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Ad Libitum, San Diego, CA

Ad Libitum

4.1 (5)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
1263 University Ave San Diego California, 92103-3311, San Diego, CA 92103-3311

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Great for brunch
  • Innovative
Latin for "At Your Liberty" - Ad Libitum serves inventive and internationally inspired shareable plates that are grounded in tradition, and crafted to explore bold and eclectic world flavors in New American/California cuisine - that are complimented by a true craft cocktail.



Ad Libitum's bar program was designed by Jay Choi and Ram Udwin, with a focus on modern craft cocktails that are fun and inviting. The cocktail program also features classics and barrel-aged cocktails, freshly squeezed juices, Boy Drinks World Bitters and Nostrum Shrubs. We also feature a curated list of fine wine and local beer.



The restaurant features ample indoor and outdoor seating, in a bright, chic, sexy and modern atmosphere. Our dapper bar features a curated selection of fine spirits and provisions, with an upper "Mezzanine Lounge" that is available for your celebrations and private events.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Californian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Charleen Sandoval
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant features ample indoor and outdoor seating, in a bright, chic, sexy and modern atmosphere. Our dapper bar features a curated selection of fine spirits and provisions, with an upper "Mezzanine Lounge" that is available for your celebrations and private events.
  • Neighborhood
    Hillcrest
  • Cross street
    University Ave and Richmond Ave
  • Parking details
    Located in Fabulous Hillcrest, our address is 1263 University Avenue. We offer limited off street parking, and are just a two minute walk from the DMV where you can park for free. Visit AccessHillcrest.com for parking information.
  • Public transit
    MTS Route 10, 11, 1
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What people are saying

Ad Libitum reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1
4.1 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

5 Reviews
  1. Customer

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 22, 2019

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We had a brunch reservation but the chef didn't show up for work so they didn't open. Someone came out and told us after we stood outside for a while double checking our reservations and their hours. No notification was sent to reservations that they weren't opening so we took a car across town for nothing. We were visiting from out of town so we didn't have another opportunity to go.

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  2. Robert

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dinner was delicious and the waitstaff was spot-on attentive.

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  3. Mary

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks are delicious! I will definitely be back, the waitstaff is very nice :)

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  4. Shan VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service, and atmosphere here is excellent. The food is really well done, and their Old-Fashioned is amazing.

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  5. JulieN

    Los Angeles12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved this restaurant! Great food and atmosphere! Love the bartenders drink specials!!

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FAQs

Ad Libitum is rated 4.1 stars by 5 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. San Diego
  4. San Diego
  5. Hillcrest

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Google Map for Ad Libitum

1263 University Ave San Diego California, 92103-3311, San Diego, CA 92103-3311

Additional information

  • Cross street
    University Ave and Richmond Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Hillcrest
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Californian, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Located in Fabulous Hillcrest, our address is 1263 University Avenue. We offer limited off street parking, and are just a two minute walk from the DMV where you can park for free. Visit AccessHillcrest.com for parking information.
  • Public transit
    MTS Route 10, 11, 1
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Charleen Sandoval
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant features ample indoor and outdoor seating, in a bright, chic, sexy and modern atmosphere. Our dapper bar features a curated selection of fine spirits and provisions, with an upper "Mezzanine Lounge" that is available for your celebrations and private events.
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