Memorial Day Specials Around San Diego

The Smoking Gun

Kick back this Memorial Day at The Smoking Gun, where the vibes are chill, the burgers are hot, and the arcade is calling. They’re opening early with a Memorial Day-only special: burger, fries, and a glass of Pepsi for just $16.99.

Enjoy half off game play in their retro arcade and score solid happy hour deals—$6 select draft beers, $8 Mai Tais, and $30 Disco Punch Bowls built to share.

📅 Monday, May 26 | Opens at noon
📍 555 Market Street, San Diego

Cloak & Petal

Cloak & Petal is serving up serious flavor this Memorial Day weekend with limited-time specials from Chef Robert Cassidy.

Dig into BBQ Spare Ribs with chili crisp hot honey and BBQ potato salad, or try the showstopping Patriot Roll featuring salmon, panko shrimp, chipotle spicy tuna, and torched poblano crème. Also on deck: Albacore Sashimi with sambal butter ponzu and the Strawberry Fields Cobbler for dessert.

Behind the bar, it’s $9 rosé all day plus cocktails like the Stars and Spritz, the Aphrodisiac (with fresh watermelon, lime, and ginger), and a refreshing Frosé to keep things cool.

📅 Saturday, May 24–Monday, May 26
📍 1953 India St, San Diego
🎟️ No cover | Reservations recommended, click here

Union Kitchen & Tap

Union Kitchen & Tap is firing up the grill for Memorial Day Weekend with a BBQ feature you won’t want to miss. Dig into fall-off-the-bone BBQ Baby Back Ribs served with Boston baked beans, traditional coleslaw, and buttered brioche toast. Choose between a Half Rack ($28) or go big with a Full Rack ($42).

Whether you’re beachside in Encinitas or in the heart of the Gaslamp, this holiday weekend special pairs perfectly with a cold beer and good company. Reservations are highly recommended.

📅 May 25–27
📍 Encinitas: 1108 S Coast Hwy 101 | Gaslamp: 333 5th Ave
🎟️ Make your reservations here

barleymash

barleymash is bringing the flavor and the cause this Memorial Day Weekend, running Saturday through Monday with limited-time food and drink specials and swag giveaways from Tito’s.

Dive into a plate of Baby Back Ribs served with corn-black bean salad, grilled pineapple, and herb-roasted potato salad—then raise a glass for a good cause. For every drink feature sold, $1 will be donated to The Honor Foundation’s San Diego chapter, supporting Special Forces veterans transitioning to civilian life.

Choose from patriotic cocktails like the Rocket’s Red Glare (Tito’s Vodka, strawberry, basil, lemon, soda), Broad Stripes (Tito’s Vodka, coconut, lime), or Bright Star (Tito’s Vodka, blue curacao, pineapple, lime).

📅 Saturday, May 24–Monday, May 26
📍 600 Fifth Avenue, San Diego

Rustic Root

Rustic Root is bringing backyard BBQ vibes to the heart of San Diego this Memorial Day Weekend.

Dig into a Southern-inspired feast featuring St. Louis-style pork ribs, jerk-charred half chicken, and pilsner-braised pork shoulder—each served with comforting sides like creamed corn, molasses baked beans, and jalapeño cheddar cornbread.

Prefer to brunch? They’re serving their elevated brunch menu all weekend long.

📅 Friday, May 23–Monday, May 26 | Brunch: Saturday–Monday, 10 AM
📍 Gaslamp: 535 Fifth Ave | Solana Beach: 215 S Hwy 101
🎟️ Walk-ins welcome, but reservations encouraged | Click here to book your table

Lumi

Spend your Memorial Day weekend above it all at Lumi, where skyline views, sushi, and rooftop vibes come together for a lively celebration. Lumi is extending its hours and turning up the energy with a live DJ, signature Japanese fare, and a special Memorial Day cocktail to toast the long weekend in style.

Whether you’re dining on elevated sushi rolls or dancing under the stars, Lumi is the perfect spot to keep the party going well into the night.

📅 Sunday, May 25
📍 366 Fifth Ave, San Diego

Huntress

Make your Memorial Day memorable with a visit to Huntress, San Diego’s premier modern steakhouse known for its top-tier cuts and unparalleled Japanese whisky collection. Enjoy all-day happy hour in their sleek, high-energy dining room.

Prefer a backyard BBQ? Their At Home Butcher Shop has everything you need to elevate your grill game, from premium steaks to expert-curated selections. Whether you’re dining in or cooking out, Huntress brings the flavor to your holiday weekend.

📅 Monday, May 26 | All-day happy hour
📍 376 Fifth Ave, San Diego

The Duck Dive

This Memorial Day, The Duck Dive is raising a glass—and a fork—to those who’ve served. Active and inactive veterans can enjoy 20% off their bill with proof of duty. Plus, bottomless mimosas will be flowing, making it the perfect excuse to turn brunch into an all-day affair.

Pair your drinks with a loaded Breakfast Burrito filled with house-made chorizo, poblanos, queso fresco, and scrambled eggs, or go sweet with the French Toast Trio Platter—featuring cheesecake-stuffed, candied walnut, and peanut butter drizzled slices topped with candied bacon.

📅 Monday, May 26
📍 4650 Mission Blvd, San Diego
🎟️ 20% off for veterans (with ID) | Bottomless mimosas ‘til 2 PM

Mavericks Beach Club

Looking for a place to party all weekend long? Mavericks Beach Club has you covered with three days of DJ-fueled fun. Kick off the day with their brand new weekend brunch menu featuring the Ultimate Breakfast Burrito, Monster Cinnamon Bun, and plenty of breakfast tacos to keep the good times rolling.

📅 Friday, May 23–Monday, May 26 | 10 AM–1 PM
📍 860 Garnet Avenue, San Diego
🎟️ Walk-ins welcome

El Chingon

Ready to prove you’ve got what it takes? El Chingon is turning up the heat this Memorial Day Weekend with its first-ever All-In Fries eating challenge. Grab a friend, form a team of two, and prepare to take down a giant platter of loaded fries in 5 minutes and 25 seconds. The fastest finishers win prizes—and serious bragging rights.

Participation is free, but registration and a signed waiver are required.

📅 Sunday, May 25 | Check-in: 3:30 PM | Eating Challenge: 4 PM
📍 560 Fifth Ave, San Diego
🎟️ Free to register | Sign up here

Cococabana & The Lobby Tiki Bar

Make it a double this Memorial Day Monday at The Brick Hotel in Oceanside, where both Cococabana and The Lobby Tiki Bar & Grill will be open and pouring the vibes.

Head up to the rooftop of Cococabana for Miami Monday featuring $10 Miami Pound Machines—a tropical cocktail with tequila reposado, passion fruit, saffron bitters, and a black rum float. Then cruise downstairs to The Lobby Tikki Bar for Mai Tai Monday, with $7 Mai Tais and $10 Huli Huli Chicken Wings.

📅 Monday, May 26 | Cococabana: 12 PM–8 PM | The Lobby Tiki Bar: 3 PM–9 PM
📍 408 Pier View Way, Oceanside

Temaki Bar

Temaki Bar is rolling out two special ways to celebrate Memorial Day weekend. They’re honoring National Wine Day with $5 glasses of wine—perfect for pairing with your favorite handrolls. In tribute to Military Appreciation Month, all active-duty military and veterans will receive 50% off their tab with a valid ID.

Whether you’re stopping in for sushi, sake, or a solid toast to the long weekend, Temaki’s got you covered.

📅 May 25: National Wine Day | May 26: 50% discount for active-duty military & veterans
📍 575 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas

PB AleHouse

Kick off Memorial Day Weekend in true beachside style at PB AleHouse with four days of rooftop parties, live DJs, and drink specials. With DJs spinning on the rooftop SkyDeck and in the Beer Garden, the energy stays high all weekend—no cover required.

Don’t miss their Memorial Day BBQ Special: a pulled pork sandwich stacked with crispy onions and coleslaw on a brioche bun, served with fries for $17.95. Brunch runs daily with $2 mimosas and military and first responders receive 20% off their tab.

📅 May 27 | Brunch: 9 AM to 2 PM, $2 mimosas 9 AM–11 AM
📍 721 Grand Ave, San Diego
🎟️ No cover | BBQ Special: $17.95

Spill the Beans

Spill the Beans in Pacific Beach is extending its hours for Memorial Day weekend. Whether you’re heading to the beach or winding down after a day in the sun, it’s the perfect pit stop for a fresh bite or pick-me-up.

Fuel up with giant bagel sandwiches stacked with flavor, or keep it simple with their house-made bagels and small-batch cream cheeses. Craving caffeine? There are plenty of specialty coffees, teas, and energy drinks to keep the good vibes going.

📅 Friday, May 23–Monday, May 26 | Open until 8 PM
📍 980 Garnet Ave, San Diego

STK Steakhouse

STK Steakhouse is saluting our nation’s heroes this Memorial Day weekend with exclusive perks and a limited-time cocktail collaboration. Veterans, active-duty military, reserves, first responders, and Gold Star families receive 20% off their dine-in experience with valid ID.

In partnership with veteran-founded Horse Soldier Whiskey, STK is also serving up a Yuzu Whiskey Sour—crafted with Horse Soldier Straight Bourbon, yuzu, and lemon. Even better? Guests who scan the on-site QR code will trigger a matching tip donation from Horse Soldier Whiskey to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

📅 May 23–26
📍 600 F St, San Diego

Borrego Rooftop Kitchen + Cocktails

Kick off Memorial Day weekend in style with the launch of Sunset Sessions, a new live music series at Borrego Rooftop atop Hotel Indigo. Enjoy golden hour with two live sets, plus a complimentary sunset toast. It’s the perfect way to wind down the week with skyline views, good vibes, and great cocktails.

After the Padres face off against the Braves, head back to the rooftop to keep the energy going with a Padres Punch—a refreshing $16 mix of Huckleberry vodka, lemonade, and blueberry purée.

📅 Launches Friday, May 23 | Live sets: 5 PM–7 PM and 7 PM–9 PM
📍 509 9th Ave, San Diego

Arely’s Patisserie & Bistro

Add a little sweetness to your Memorial Day weekend with festive iced shortbread cookies from Arely’s Patisserie & Bistro for $4.95 each. While you’re there, grab breakfast or lunch with the fam at this charming French-inspired café, open daily.

📅 Now through Monday, May 26 | Open daily from 7 AM–3 PM
📍 4961 Clairemont Dr. #A, San Diego
🎟️ No reservation required