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Wilma's Carousel Bar, San Diego, CA

Wilma's Carousel Bar

4.7
4.7
53 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 32 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
As one of only two carousel bars in the United States, Wilma’s Carousel Bar offers a truly unique experience.
We invite you to immerse yourself in this nostalgic retreat with Executive Corporate Chef Brian Redzikowski’s French-Creole inspired dishes and Beverage Director Eric Johnson’s a selection of cocktails including both innovative spins on traditional favorites and imaginative new concoctions.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Contemporary French / American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (619) 255-7533
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    Little Italy
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour - Limited Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.,Tue - Sat - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    We welcome you to join us for a spin (or two or three!) while enjoying limitées petite plats paired with our incredible beverage program! During this time full menu is not available

What 53 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wilma's Carousel Bar offers a "fun and unique experience" with its charming carousel theme and vibrant ambiance. Guests rave about the "impeccable service" and "creative drinks." The happy hour is a highlight, featuring a full cocktail list and delicious small bites. Perfect for celebrations and entertaining out-of-town visitors.

53 Reviews
  1. Mike

    Orange County

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Well worth going! Love the carousel! Very friendly bartenders and staff! Drinks were great, but the smash Big Mac burger was freakn amazing!!!

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  2. cindy

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun atmosphere, great food and cocktails, great service! Highly recommend coming here if you're near Little Italy area in San Diego.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The vibe is good, music, visuals and drinks where tasty. As far as the food the menu was very small only appetizer size plates. It could use 3 entree options. Overall a wonderful time.

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  4. Chi

    San Diego

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stylish, modern, intimate ambience. Awesome food. Expertly crafted, elegant, innovative cocktails. The rotating bar is staffed by super friendly staff who make top notch cocktails. Will definitely return!

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  5. Cain

    Boise

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fun spot to celebrate a birthday! Fun drinks and cool vibes.

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  6. Lance

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. Needs a little more variety on food options. What they offered was good.

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  7. Abraham

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place! With great service. Everyone was really kind.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was such a sweetheart! The ambience was immaculate and the food was to die for!! Best happy hour I’ve had in ages! We had just left the restaurant and were still talking just outside as a staff member came running out with my car keys that I’d forgotten at our table. Such great service!

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  9. Noreen

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a very whimsical and fun atmosphere! The cocktails, service, and food were very good. We were there for happy hour, so the value was a bonus.

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  10. Jael

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My daughter and I got an early reservation at 4pm. We were able to sit in a booth with the carousel horses. We both loved the whole vibe inside. She wants to go again, especially after she turns 21 so we can sit at the rotating bar. Our service was excellent and the happy hour food was amazing and filling. The beignets hot, fresh, and probably the best we’ve ever had. It was definitely a top notch experience and we will definitely be back!

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Wilma's Carousel Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 53 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 32 times today
Google Map for Wilma's Carousel Bar

2401 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101-1215

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Little Italy
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Contemporary French / American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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