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Sunbird, San Diego, CA

Sunbird

4.5 (3)
$30 and under
Californian
743 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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Sunbird

4.5
$30 and under
Californian
Downtown

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Romantic
Sunbird is a modern rooftop bar that celebrates SoCal coastal freshness with bold, coastal flavors that reflect San Diego’s vibrant culinary mix. The experience is deeply social, highlighting fresh, shareable plates perfect for golden hour gatherings and late-night energy.

The Garden Bar is available for private events, including cocktail receptions and corporate mixers, with customizable menus, elevated beverage packages, and flexible layouts. Island hospitality, coastal ease, and skyline views create an inviting setting for great food, great drinks, and even better company.

Parties of 7 or more, please call us at 619-544-1800

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Asian, Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Ferrer
  • Private party facilities
    Slow down, connect, and bring your next gathering to a rooftop above the Gaslamp Quarter. Sunbird offers semi- private space and full buyouts for events worth celebrating. Schedule your tour today. Contact sunbirdsales@pyramidglobal.com for further details
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • Trivia Thursday- free entry

    1 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    Trivia Thursdays kick off at 6PM on Sunbird's Rooftop in the Gaslamp Quater, right as Golden Hour wraps. Come for happy hour, stay for another round, pick your team, and claim bragging rights once and for all.
    Trivia Thursday- free entry Photo

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Sunbird.

4.5

4.5
(3)
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

3 Reviews
  1. Gretchen Gold

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect views @ this rooftop restaurant. Light house music played by a live human DJ absolutely made my day. Food was elevated - the green goodness dip is delightful! Service didn’t miss a beat. We loved our entire dining experience. 9/10 stars

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  2. Norma Gold

    San Diego15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing sunset and great atmosphere. The food was yummy
    SunbirdResponded on September 15, 2026
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the beautiful sunset, welcoming atmosphere, and delicious food. Your kind words mean a lot to our team, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience soon! 🌅✨

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  3. Lindsay

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, bartender was mixing up anything we asked for and she made perfect drinks. Enjoyed everything. Quaint area and recommend for a couples date night.
    SunbirdResponded on September 15, 2026
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the beautiful sunset, welcoming atmosphere, and delicious food. Your kind words mean a lot to our team, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience soon! 🌅✨

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Asian, Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Ferrer
  • Private party facilities
    Slow down, connect, and bring your next gathering to a rooftop above the Gaslamp Quarter. Sunbird offers semi- private space and full buyouts for events worth celebrating. Schedule your tour today. Contact sunbirdsales@pyramidglobal.com for further details
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Casual dress, comfortable, relaxed clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is expected.

Yes, Sunbird is a rooftop bar with outdoor seating and skyline views, a lovely spot for golden-hour drinks and sunset watching.

Yes, for parties of seven or more the restaurant asks guests to call 619-544-1800, and the Garden Bar is available for private events with customizable menus and elevated beverage packages.

Yes, Sunbird clearly lists a Vegan Aguachile on the menu, so plant-based diners have an explicitly vegan dish to choose from.

Yes, Sunbird’s intimate rooftop setting, skyline views and sunset-friendly vibe make it a lovely pick for couples, and guests explicitly recommend it for date nights.

Sunbird feels like a modern, social rooftop lounge, skyline views, sunset-friendly seating, and a golden-hour-to-late-night energy complete with light house music from a live DJ and generally chill, fun vibes.

Sunbird really shines at sunset, guests praise the rooftop’s amazing sunset views and golden-hour vibe, and the venue is open Wed–Sun with evening hours so you can plan around sunset visits.

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Sunbird

4.5
$30 and under
Californian
Downtown

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
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