94th Aero Squadron - San Diego

Name: 94th Aero Squadron - San Diego
Address: 8885 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA, United States, 92123
Telephone: (858) 560-6771
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4

4 (3283)

$31 to $50

American

8885 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92123

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2 people

Jul 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Charming
Neighborhood gem

For over 40 years, the 94th Aero Squadron Restaurant has been San Diego's landmark dining destination and is undoubtedly one of the most unique and memorable restaurants you will ever find. Located inside a replica of a World War I French farmhouse decorated with fascinating military memorabilia, antiques, and aviation relics, the restaurant overlooks Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport, and has a cozy and romantic ambiance, with large stone fireplaces, intimate booths, and beautiful views. The extensive menu features mid-western aged beef and the freshest seafood. Here you will find USDA Choice Prime Beef steaks, slow-roasted Angus prime rib, fresh fish, salad entrées, seafood, chicken, pasta dishes, and fabulous desserts. Their award-winning Champagne Brunch is not to be missed. Beautiful outdoor patios, a very popular Happy Hour, and excellent banquet facilities help make the 94th Aero Squadron one of the greatest dining experiences in all of San Diego.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steak, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 560-6771
Website
http://www.94thsandiego.com/
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Beautiful, unique banquet facilities for parties of 25 to 250. Wedding receptions, ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, corporate functions, cocktail parties, birthday and anniversary dinners, retirement celebrations, military events, fundraisers, private luncheons, etc.
Private party contact
Candy Kim: (858) 560-6771

Location
8885 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92123
Neighborhood
Kearny Mesa
Cross street
Kearny Villa Rd
Parking details
Large lot with ample free parking.
Entertainment
D.J. & Dancing on Fridays from 6:30 pm until 1:30 am.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.0

4.0 based on recent ratings

4.0Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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94th Aero Squadron in San Diego offers a unique dining experience with a "very original setting" and "A++ Service." The weekday lunch buffet is a highlight, with "so many food selections" including a delightful lobster mac & cheese. The atmosphere is both inviting and nostalgic, making it a memorable visit.

3,283 Reviews

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Russ and Janine VIP
San Diego10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We LOVED the weekday lunch buffet. There were so many food selections! The noise level was quiet, and we felt the price was good for incredible amount of food to choose from. Our favorite was probably the lobster mac & cheese.
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Sally
San Diego10 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 17, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was...almost...an unmitigated disaster! Have been going to 94th Aero Squadron for YEARS (my late husband and I celebrated our 25th anniversary there as well as MANY other occasions). When my cousin and I arrived, there were only TWO other cars in the parking lot. I managed...barely...to walk up the handicap ramp--only to find that access door locked. My cousin entered the restaurant, thinking he could open the door from the inside, only to find it not only locked but CHAINED. I (as a 76-year-old with severe mobility issues) had to make my way up the many stairs on the inside of the restaurant, only to find NO ONE at the front desk. Was told they didn't take reservations except for Weekend Brunch (we were there for their Weekday Brunch). It looked like there was one cook and two servers in the entire place. Were finally seated at a nice table by the windows and enjoyed a nice meal...but the effort took so much out of me that it's taken two whole days to recover. Don't know if I'll return to this much loved establishment.
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Nora VIP
Tucson16 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
There were many wonderful food choices available that were very tasty. The server for our table was very attentive and personable.
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Edna
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on July 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Too large of a selection at the salad bar. Charcuterie board not able to reach for a person 5'2". Desserts were minimal, bagels too large and hard.
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Omar VIP
San Diego35 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A++ Service, oue waiter and staff went above and beyond. Highly recommend, very original setting.
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Chris
San Diego1 review
1.0
Dined on July 9, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Do not go here. It is a shadow of its former self. Lunch buffet is not made on site. Why is there a ramen station with noodles in store bought style packages? Drinks in mini solo cups. Outrageous price for delivery. The food is like what you would get in a nursing home. NO, NO, NO!
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Alejandra VIP
San Diego38 reviews
2.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I had high expectations. The place is cute, but the food is not of the best quality when it comes to the hot plates. The sushi was ok. The buffet features a ramen station, which is a fun addition, as well as a stocked mini fridge with ice cream and frozen treats. The cool part is that you get never-ending champagne for mimosas, which makes it worth the price, and they also have frozen orange and raspberry juice. However, going there to enjoy the food is not as much fun.
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KC
San Diego1 review
2.0
Dined on July 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and atmosphere is fantastic. The food was inedible. We went here to celebrate my son’s birthday and my retirement from the military and were very disappointed. The steaks were all over cooked. My wife got the seafood pasta and the calamari was basically rubber bands. Definitely ruined a very special day.
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Aaron
San Diego24 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun place to bring the kids…plus, good food on top of it!
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Vicki VIP
San Diego11 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 24, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Didn’t know that lunch was only an expensive buffet Food choices weren’t great. No sandwiches or carved meat. Not great food quality Would not go back
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94th Aero Squadron - San Diego offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 560-6771.

94th Aero Squadron - San Diego is rated 4 stars by 3283 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jul 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

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8885 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92123

Additional information

Cross street
Kearny Villa Rd
Neighborhood
Kearny Mesa
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steak, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Large lot with ample free parking.
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
D.J. & Dancing on Fridays from 6:30 pm until 1:30 am.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.94thsandiego.com/
Phone number
(858) 560-6771
Private party facilities
Beautiful, unique banquet facilities for parties of 25 to 250. Wedding receptions, ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, corporate functions, cocktail parties, birthday and anniversary dinners, retirement celebrations, military events, fundraisers, private luncheons, etc.
Private party contact
Candy Kim: (858) 560-6771

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