Barrel & Board Social

Name: Barrel & Board Social
Address: 1027 University Ave, San Diego, CA, United States, 92103-3309
Telephone: (619) 902-4646
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

269 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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A New Woman-Forward Intimate Cocktail & Food Experience is Here!
Welcome to Hillcrest’s chicest spot for craft cocktails, barrel-aged potables, and chef-inspired shareable boards. An upscale LGBTQ+ bar, restaurant & event space brought to you by the Mo’s Universe Group!
Named San Diego's Top 10 Hottest Cocktail spots by EATER, as well as Open Table's Top 10 DINERS CHOICE Winner!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

8:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 902-4646
Website
http://www.barrelandboardsd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chris Walsh
Catering
Yes, we can absolutely cater your next event!
Private party facilities
Please contact our Events Director Lea@barrelandboardsd.com for private events and larger parties reservations.

Location
1027 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103-3309
Neighborhood
Hillcrest
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Feta Bruschetta$15.00
Charred heirloom tomato jam, basil and balsamic caviar on kalamata toast
Ratatouille$25.00
Squash, zucchini, eggplant, portobello mushroom, tomato, basil, garlic bread
Goldie Pops Gourmet Popcorn Flight$14.00
A trio of locally popped kraft corn - Chipotle Cheddar, San Diego Blend, Dill Pickle
The Mediterranean$24.00
Hummus, tzatziki, marinated artichokes, feta, peppers, cucumber, dates, grilled pita

Build Your Own Board

Build Your Own Board
Choice of 3 chef selected cheeses of the season, generously garnished with fresh fruits, macerated cran-apricot medley, fig preserves, nuts, crostini and warm baguette
- Individual$32.00
- Shareable$45.00

Build Your Own Board - Additional Sides

Salami Trio$10.00
Lavender Honey Pot$3.00
Pickled Vegetable Assortment$6.00
House Blend of Mediterranean Olives$6.00
Warm Baguette$5.00
Gluten Free Bread$4.00
Extra Cheese$5.50
Dijon Mustard$2.00

Salads

Grilled Caesar$18.00
Romaine lettuce, rosemary and garlic cured yolk, crispy parmesan, confit tomato, garlic herb crouton
House Greens$15.00
Baby mixed greens, cabbage, cranberries, toasted almonds, pear vinaigrette

Main

Achiote Marinated Steak$31.00
Rosemary lemon confit potato, charred kale, epazote chimichurri
Prosciutto and Pesto Flatbread$23.00
Burrata, strawberry balsamic glaze, and arugula
12oz Ribeye$45.00
Asparagus, twice baked potato, yuzu truffle butter
Mojo Grilled Fish Taco$32.00
Tomatillo salsa, salsa roja, coriander crema, pickled onions, baby carrot escabeche, jalapeno toreados, grilled lime, on a bed of purple cabbage and jalapeño slaw
Pappardelle & Shrimp$28.00
Asparagus, prosciutto lardon, marsala cream sauce
Blackened Salmon$35.00
Saffron rice, black bean refrito, mango chutney
Sesame "Pad Thai"$26.00
Spaghetti squash, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, and scallion
505 Burger$22.00
New Mexico Hatch green chile, irish cheddar cheese, LTO, house fry, garlic aioli

Dessert

Cafe de Olla Creme Brulee$6.00
Pumpkin Pie Bite$6.00

Specialty Cocktails

Q.U.E.E.N.$15.00
Janelle Monáe & Erykah Badu. Empress Gin, Giffard Creme de Violette, cold pressed organic lemon juice, topped with Prosecco
Bee My Baby$14.00
Ronettes. Sipsmith Gin, cold pressed organic lemon juice, basil, honey syrup
Cherry Bomb$16.00
The Runaways. Makers 46, Luxardo maraschino Liqueur, bittercube Cherry bark vanilla bitters, cherry syrup, served over a rock
Juice$15.00
Lizzo. Bombay Bramble Blackberry & Raspberry Gin, muddled blackberries, cold pressed organic lemon juice, demerara syrup
Tomboy$14.00
Princess Nokia. High West Double Rye, St George Spiced Pear, St George Bruto Americano, smoked bitters
Gold Dust Woman$13.50
Stevie Nicks w/Fleetwood Mac. Humboldt Organic Vodka, Giffards Peche De Vigne, cold pressed organic grapefruit juice, cold pressed organic lemon juice, demerara syrup, gold luster dust
Born This Way$14.00
Lady Gaga. Fleur de Cana White Rum, Dragon Fruit puree, fresh lime juice, demerara syrup
Girls Just Want To Have Fun$15.00
Cyndi Lauper. Casamigos Blanco Tequila, fresh lime juice, creme de coconut, lemon grass syrup, sprinkle of black salt
Work Bitch$14.00
Britney Spears. Ilegal Joven Mezcal, Aperol, Giffards Pamplemousse, Cold Pressed Organic Grapefruit Juice, fresh lime juice, demerara syrup
I'm Every Woman$16.00
Whitney Houston. Grey Goose, Mr. Black Cold Brew Coffee Liquor, Baileys Irish Cream, Kakawa Cold Brew Coffee, hint of vanilla
34 + 35$13.50
Ariana Grande. Teremana Silver, organic cold pressed red grapefruit juice, prickly pear puree, fresh lime juice, sprite, demerara syrup

Mocktails

Like a Virgin$10.00
Madonna. Coconut Creme, lemon grass syrup, fresh mint, lime juice, La Croix Coconut
Free Your Mind$11.00
En Vogue. Mad Tasty CBD grapefruit sparkling water (Contains 20mg Hemp CBD), organic fresh pressed grapefruit juice, organic fresh pressed lemon juice, honey syrup
Feeling Myself$11.00
Nicki Minaj ft Beyonce. Babe Craft Co Organic POG kombucha, guava puree, lemon peel
Good as Hell$11.00
Lizzo. Babe Co Craft Organic Blueberry / Blackberry Yerba Mate, prickly pear puree
Bring Me to Life$9.00
Evanescence. Pineapple juice, fever tree ginger beer, rosemary
Call Me Maybe$8.50
Carly Rae Jepson. Muddled blackberries, fresh mint, demerara syrup, Topo Chico
Respect$13.00
Aretha Franklin. Amass Riverine N/A Spirit, fresh lemon juice, grapefruit juice, lemon grass syrup, Strongwater Virtue Bitters (Contains small amount of alc. can be requested without)
Mad Tasty Unicorn Tears CBD Sparkling Water$10.00
Contains 20mg Hemp CBD

Flights

Women in Whiskey Flight$25.00
Uncle Nearest 1884 blended whiskey, Old Forester straight bourbon, St. Liberty Josephine's Flathead River Rye
Margarita Flight$28.00
Teremana Prickly Pear Paloma, El Jimador Ancho Verde Pineapple, Volcan Blood Orange Cadillac
Woodinville Flight$52.00
Straight Bourbon, Rye, Private Barrel #3, Private Barrel #5
White Wine Flight$24.00
Aveleda Vinho Verde, Cedar Brook Sauvigon Blanc, Oak Farm Fiano
Red Wine Flight$28.00
Kanonkop Red Blend, Septima Malbec, Brady Vineyards Cabernet
Rose Flight$25.00
Beiler Pere et Fils, Decoy Rose by Duckhorn, Campo Viejo Sparkling Rose

Wines

Dealers choice - red, white, or bubbles $5 a glass

Bubbles

NV House Bubbles, Sparkling Wine, Spain
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$28.00
NV Decoy by Duckhorn, Cuvée Brut Sparkling, California
- Bottle$45.00
NV Chandon, Brut, California
- Bottle$45.00
NV Veuve du Vernay, Brut, France
While Supplies Last
- Bottle$25.00
NV Nomine-Renard, Champagne Brut, France
While Supplies Last
- Bottle$100.00
NV Schramsberg Mirabelle, Brut, California
- Bottle$65.00
NV Veuve Clicquot, Champagne Brut, France
- Bottle$125.00
NV Ruffino, Prosecco, Italy
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
NV Campo Viejo, Cava Brut, Spain
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
NV Bertrand, Crémant Brut, France
- Bottle$38.00
NV Chandon, Garden Spritz, California
- Bottle$28.00
NV Ruffino, Rosato, Italy
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
NV Campo Viejo, Cava Rose, Spain
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$30.00
NV Freixenet, Rosato, Spain
While Supplies Last
- Bottle$35.00
2015 Banfi Cuvée Aurora, Rosato, Alta Langa, Italy
- Bottle$60.00

White

2020 Cedar Brook, Sauvignon Blanc, California
- Glass$7.50
- Bottle$28.00
2021 McBride Sisters, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
2019 Duckhorn, Sauvignon Blanc, California
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$58.00
2021 Cox Vineyard Boeket, Sauvignon Blanc, Mendocino, CA
- Bottle$46.00
2019 Yulupa by Kenwood, Chardonnay, California
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$28.00
2018 Migration by Duckhorn, Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$58.00
2020 Asuncion Ridge, Chardonnay, Paso Robles
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
2019 Natura, Organic Chardonnay, Chili
- Bottle$36.00
2020 Mezzadro, Pecorino, Terre di Chieti, Italy
- Bottle$26.00
2019 Villa Alena, Pinot Grigio, Italy
- Glass$7.00
- Bottle$22.00
2020 Balletto Vineyards, Pinot Gris (Estate Grown) Russian River
- Bottle$38.00
2019 Jadix, Picpoul de Pinet, France
- Bottle$34.00
2019 Fillaboa, Albariño, Rias Baixas D.O.
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$40.00
2019 Aveleda, Vinho Verde, Portugal
- Glass$8.50
- Bottle$32.00
NV Schmitt Sohne, Riesling, Germany
- Bottle$30.00
2020 Beiler Père et Fils, Rosé, Aix en Provence
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
2021 Decoy by Duckhorn, Rosé, California
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
2021 Maddalena, Rosé (Estate Reserve) Paso Robles
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
2020 Bella Grace, Bella Rosé, Amador County
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
2021 Oak Farm Vineyards, Fiano (Estate Grown) Lodi, CA
- Bottle$46.00
2020 Château de Berne, Inspiration Rosé, Provence, FR
- Bottle$40.00

Red

2019 Three Thieves, Cabernet, California
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
2018 Decoy by Duckhorn, Cabernet, California
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$58.00
2018 Brady Vineyards, Cabernet, Paso Robles
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
2018 Browne Family Vineyards, Heritage Cabernet, Columbia Valley, WA
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
2019 Unshackled by Prisoner Wine Co., Cabernet, California
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$62.00
2018 Simi Winery, Cabernet, Alexander Valley
While Supplies Last
- Bottle$65.00
2018 My Favorite Neighbor by Booker, Cabernet, Paso Robles
While Supplies Last
- Glass$20.00
- Bottle$75.00
2018 Postmark (Duckhorn) Cabernet, Pasa Robles
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$60.00
2019 Coquerel Wines, Cabernet, Calistoga, Napa Valley
- Glass$20.00
- Bottle$80.00
2018 Bella Grace, Zinfandel, Amador County
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
2018 Duckhorn, Merlot, Napa Valley
- Glass$20.00
- Bottle$78.00
2018 Bella Grace, Barbera, Amador County
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$50.00
2021 Cox Vineyard, Red Blend, Mendocino, CA
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$70.00
2019 Pessimist By Daou, Red Blend, Paso Robles
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00
2018 Kanonkop "Kadette" Red Blend, South Africa
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$42.00
2018 Prisoner, Red Blend, California
- Glass$26.00
- Bottle$84.00
2018 Asuncion Ridge 3 Sum Red Blend, Paso Robles
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
2016 Montpelier Vineyards, Pinot Noir, California
- Glass$8.00
- Bottle$28.00
2018 Decoy by Duckhorn, Pinot Noir, California
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
2018 Migration by Duckhorn, Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$60.00
2018 Asuncion Ridge, Pinot Noir, San Luis Obispo County
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$58.00
2021 Coelho., Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR
- Bottle$50.00
2019 Septima, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
- Glass$10.00
- Bottle$38.00
2018 Coquerel Wines, Petite Sirah, Calistoga, Napa Valley
- Glass$20.00
- Bottle$80.00
2019 Parducci, Petite Sirah Reserve, Mendocino
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
2018 Falcone Family Vineyards, Syrah, Paso Robles
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$62.00
2019 San Felice, Chianti, Italy
While Supplies Last
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$46.00
2020 Mezzadro, Montepulciano d'Adruzzo, Abruzzo, Italy
- Bottle$26.00
2016 Cotes de Bonde, Montagne Saint-Emilion, Bordeaux, FR
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$50.00
2019 Audebert et Fils., Bourgueil, Bourgueil, FR
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$52.00

Vodka

Well Vodka$10.00
Humboldt Organic$11.00
Titos$11.50
Grey Goose$15.00
Ketel One$13.00
Tina's Vodka$11.50
Belvedere Organic Lemon Basil$13.00
Belvedere Organic Blackberry$13.00
Belvedere Organic Pear Ginger$13.00
Deep Eddy Peach$11.00
Deep Eddy Lemon$11.00

Rum

Cane Rum$10.00
Flor de Cana Silver$11.00
Flor de Cana 7 Year$13.00
Humboldt Organic Spiced Rum$11.50
Zaya Dark Reserva$12.00
SelvaRey Coconut Rum$11.00
Santa Teresa Solera Rum$14.00
Mount Gay Black Barrel Rum$11.00

Gin

Gordons$10.00
Empress$13.00
Fords$12.00
Sipsmith London Dry$12.00
Monkey 47 Lavender Infused$17.00
Bombay Bramble$13.00
Grey Whale$12.00

Tequila

El Jimador$10.00
Casamigos Blanco$15.00
Teremana Silver$12.00
Patron Silver$15.00
Volcan Silver$14.00
Volcan Reposado$15.00
Casamigos Reposado$16.00
Casa Noble Reposado$15.00
818 Reposado$12.00
El Torsoro Reposado$15.00
El Torsoro Anejo$16.00
Casa Noble Anejo$16.00
Ilegal Mezcal Joven$12.00
Ilegal Reposado$14.00
Yola Mezcal$15.00
Casa Dragones Blanco$15.00
Calirosa$15.00
1800 Cristalino Anejo$15.00
Tanteo Jalapeno Blanco$11.50
Mijenta Blanco$14.00
Mijenta Reposado$15.00
La Gritona Reposado$15.00

Whiskey

Well Made Whiskey$10.00
Jameson Irish Whiskey$11.00
Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey$11.00
Brenne Single Malt Whiskey$19.00
Humboldt Organic Whiskey$12.00
Roe & Co. Irish Whiskey$12.00
Uncle Nearest 1884$14.00
Uncle Nearest 1856$15.00
Suntory Toki$14.00
George T. Stagg Limited Edition 116 Proof$45.00
George T. Stagg Limited Edition 130 Proof$45.00
W.L. Weller Limited Edition Uncut/Unfiltered$45.00
E. H. Taylor Bourbon (Bottled in Bond)$12.00
E. H. Taylor Single Bourbon (Bottled in Bond)$16.00
Makers Mark 46 Bourbon$16.00
Woodinville Bourbon$12.00
Woodinville "Barrel & Board" Bourbon #3$18.00
Woodinville "Barrel & Board" Bourbon #5$18.00
Angels Envy Bourbon$16.00
Old Forester Bourbon$12.00
Basil Hayden Bourbon$15.00
Frey Ranch Straight Bourbon$15.00
Woodfords Bourbon$13.00
St. Liberty Mary's Four Grain Bourbon$16.00
St. Liberty Bertie's Bear Gulch Bourbon$16.00
St. Liberty Josephine's Flathead River Rye$16.00
Widow Jane 10 Year Bourbon$21.00
Widow Jane American Oak Rye$18.00
Widow Jane Applewood Rye$18.00
Highwest Double Rye$12.00
Frey Ranch Straight Rye$16.00
Templeton Rye$12.00
Redemption Rye$11.00
Woodinville Rye$12.00
Rittenhouse Rye$11.00
James e Pepper 1776 Rye$11.00
Monkey Shoulder Scotch Blend$13.00
Laphroaig Scotch$13.00
Aberfeldy 12 Year Single Maly Scotch$12.50
Sia Scotch$10.50
Famous Grouse Scotch$11.00
Dewars Scotch 12 Year$12.00
Dewars Scotch 21 Year$13.00

Other Fun Stuff

Copper & Kings Brandy$13.00
Martini & Rossi Fiero$10.50
Aperol$11.00
Campari$11.00
Amaro Montenegro$11.00
Averna$11.00
Cynar$11.00
DOM Benedictine$11.00
St. Germain$11.50
Mr. Black Coffee Liquor$11.00
Ancho Reyes Chili Liquor$10.50
Ancho Reyes Verde Liquor$10.50
Sorel$11.00
Chartreuse Liquor (Green or Yellow)$15.50

What 269 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Good for groups
San Diego
Contemporary American
San Diego
Good for groups
San Diego
Contemporary American

269 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was fabulous and our server gave great recommendations.
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CindyA
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and Drinks were amazing. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
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LauraG
San Diego
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my second visit there and my companion's first. Excellent service, nice menu with some unique items, good wine list, lots of exotic drinks!! I was very pleased with my entree and I felt like the prices were moderate! Great decoration.....and there's a secret here too!!! I will be returning!
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Greg
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, ambiance, and service! Will definitely be back!
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AaronO
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything we ordered was delicious, well plated and served with the nicest. The drinks were generous and tasty. We had such a nice time here. The music is good.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was phenomenal! I came early before my party and the lovely host showed me around and showed me the speakeasy! The music was a perfect mashup of all my favorite throwbacks! Food and drinks were all delicious! Shout out to Dorian (I hope I spelled that correct ) who waited on us and was just a delight! Even with our complicated order 😅Exceptional service from all other staff members as well. My second time here and has never disappointed! 10/10 will recommend to everyone!
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ChristopherF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dorian or server with excellent. You have to choose where in the restaurant you eat. There are different noise levels at different locations in the restaurant. From experience we knew that the back patio area was the quietest area. And had a special ambience that we liked. So we were aware of where we were going to sit.
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OpenTable Diner
Oklahoma City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience1
Really overrated place. Terrible quality food and horrific drinks
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MarcieR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dorian is the best server. We always request to be sat in his section. The food is always divine. Couldn’t ask for a better experience. This is our favorite restaurant by far!
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LauraG
San Diego
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My first time there and it was a delight! Nice menu, lots of options, enjoyed the charcuterie board I ordered. The server was great and attentive without hovering. Nice drinks list, too. Afterwards, we went into the speakeasy for a nightcap and to listen to the live music. Great evening!
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StephdR
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
We sat in the front patio which was perfect for the weather. We were informed that they were hosting a wedding as well which accounted for the very slow service, which I will assume isn’t normally the case so. We weren’t all to bothered by it because the servers were very pleasant and we were enjoying conversation. The board servings were a good size. The food was flavorful (I ordered the Achiote marinated steak). Drinks were beautiful and my margarita flight was nice and strong, so thumbs up to that! Overall good experience and would recommend
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OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent experience as always. We brought friends from out of town because it’s always a lovely experience. They loved it! Food was beautifully presented. We truly enjoyed myself.
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ChristiB
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Dominique was a fantastic bartender and server, would go back just to sit at the bar to have her make us drinks all night and chat. Boards are always a good choice and really loved the prosciutto and pesto flatboard! We were not fans of the Cesar salad.
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PaulR
San Diego
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great dining experience, sever was very attentive, drinks were fantastic, Mediterranean Board was delicious and Salmon Board was perfectly cooked - skin and all. Dog friendly outside! I would highly recommend going with anyone you enjoy sharing your meals with!
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Foodiesrus
San Diego
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience3
Service and food took forever to be served. Tables that came after us were served and left before our main dishes came which was an hour and a half later. I would advise avoiding this place on Friday evenings altogether
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
All great, kitchen a little slow
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Bday
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Spent my birthday dinner here & it was the most lovely evening!! We had the semi private enclave room area. It was so fun - the boards, drinks & atmosphere. Can’t wait to come back again soon!
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MeganT
San Diego
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The server was so nice and she recommended a bunch of great wines
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Lawrence
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great time, food was great and hot and fresh. Everyone was so pleasant.
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marlenaf
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came here with girlfriends for a birthday we had a lovely table. We ordered a charcuterie board to share and each got a main dish. We all had fun different cocktails. After dinner we went into the speak easy in the back to get a drink and listen to the live singer. It was jazzy and special. The service was great the food was great and the ambiance was amazing. We need more places like this in San Diego.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall3food5service1ambience3
Our charcuterie board came out after our meal, when we specifically ordered it as an appetizer. Our server offered us water towards the end of the meal, my partners Paloma’s (we were kicked out of the dining area at 10:27, but maybe if they knew how long we waited for each drink that would have been adjusted) took forever. And to top it off they wouldn’t take my little visa gift card that was given to me (and I confirmed the balance was available) as partial payment. I mean after gratuity, drinks at the bar, and dining, spending $295 in total for three people, I would expect a little better. This also is not my first visit there. While I will return, I hope that this was just an off night for our server. Food was amazing as usual.
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Bday
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the boards & ambience! Great way to kick off pride weekend.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I can’t begin to express how much I love love love this place! The charcuterie boards never disappoint and the service is always top notch! The drinks are STRONG so if that’s not your thing I’d maybe skip the cocktail. The cheese and meats are spectacular and the ambiance is amazing! I like to sit on their outdoor patio, it’s a lot quieter out there!
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AnthonyS
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 9, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very aesthetically pleasing restaurant and our server Dorian was amazing! Both the food and drinks were very good! We will definitely be back
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Moe’s staff and service and the food quality is always superb here. You can never go wrong with some boards, wine and specialty cocktails. A must go to for anyone that is in the neighborhood or who visits Hillcrest
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place for a nice yummy charcuterie board and beautiful, tasty drinks
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CJohn
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a special place. We have so much fun here. The staff are upbeat and fun. The food is delicious. The back patio is our favorite for 4 of us. It's like we are hanging out in someone's backyard, you can relax and enjoy the time with friends without feeling rushed or like you need to yell over the music.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was lovely! Service, ambience, and drink selection were my favorite things.
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CWnewyorknative
San Francisco
34 reviews
vip
2.0
34 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall2food1service1ambience3
Friendly host and waiter who "allowed" us to split the 7 person bill. Waiter didn't show itemized bill, just a device which had a total -- including a tip whether you wanted to give or not. Appetizer ordered when first seated never showed up Only one dish was served to 1of 7 guests 20 min before others entrees came to table. Fish tacos were well played but fish was very overcooked. Excellent Ribeye and burger but ratatouille had mixed reviews from the two that ordered it. Loved the Boardroom's music and energy. Bartenders are inattentive.
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Michelle
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great time. A very interactive meal with good food. The cocktails are pretty and tasty and the Boards are beautiful. Also having the Gluten Free bread option is a real plus.
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JisooK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for our friend’s birthday and we had a BLAST! Dom was amazing with the service, food, cake, and drinks. The interior was gorgeous and perfect for photos! So close to bars and clubs for any after parties❤️
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TeresaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had the best time here. Was given plenty of time to order and never felt rushed. Great vibes and was the best dinner date I’ve had in a while.
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MyraH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a wonderful xperience. Very thoughtful and attentive. Food and drinks were great.
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Taylor
Seattle
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My partner and I always have the best time when we go to Barrel and Board! It’s our favorite date night spot. They have the best cheese boards and the staff have been so wonderful each time we visit.
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the best experience ever. My fiancé and I came to celebrate our engagement with our friend Janna. The manager took amazing care of us and our waitress (Autumn) took it to the next level. We were treated like royalty and the food was so so so delicious. This is truly the best place to eat, hangout and be gay!
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Robo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place was great and the food and atmosphere was the best! I highly recommend this place for anyone wanting great food and atmosphere.
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SusieB
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exactly what we wanted for a birthday girls get together. The vibe, presentation & service. Perfection. We will be back. I love this concept~
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Brian
San Diego
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The brunch menu and cocktails were delicious. Our server was also extremely sweet and courteous.
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AnnaBNana
Washington DC
14 reviews
1.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall1food5service1ambience4
Barrel & Board Review The was my single worst experience at a restaurant of this caliber—the service was simply awful. Let me start by saying this was my 3rd visit to Barrel & Board since we moved to the neighborhood 6 months ago. The other experiences were great and we enjoy the food. So when our friends came down to visit from Santa Barbara, we were eager to take them here. I made a reservation on OpenTable for 4 and requested a table at the front of the restaurant. When we arrived, no one had read the note and there were no tables up front—we ended up in the back patio. If this had been the only issue, this would have been long forgotten. We ordered drinks and a cheeseboard for the table to start and entrees to follow. We waited about 30 min for our drink order of beer and wine. Then quite a while later, all the food came out at once. Our table was covered in food—it was ridiculous. And no one checked on us at all after taking the order. They never asked us about our food, if we needed anything, or even if we wanted a 2nd drink. We all wanted another round of drinks, but we didn’t want to wait for our server any longer. I walked to the front to ask a random employee for the check. After we paid, we walked to a nearby spot for that round of drinks. The biggest concern we had about the whole night was that no one asked us about our experience or food, never asked if we needed anything other than that first order, and never apologized for the long waits—not even a thank you for joining us when the bill was dropped. I have over 15 years of experience serving and typically hesitate to leave a bad review. I understand that hiccups happen, but this was unbelievably poor service.
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DavidS
San Diego
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience4
Great ambiance, horrible service. One meal took over an hour, none of the food came together.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Barrel & Board Social using the Order Online button. Barrel & Board Social also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 902-4646.

Barrel & Board Social is rated 4.8 stars by 269 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

8:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1027 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103-3309

Additional information

Neighborhood
Hillcrest
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Walsh
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.barrelandboardsd.com/
Phone number
(619) 902-4646
Catering
Yes, we can absolutely cater your next event!
Private party facilities
Please contact our Events Director Lea@barrelandboardsd.com for private events and larger parties reservations.

Barrel & Board Social

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Shareable Boards

Feta Bruschetta$15.00

Ratatouille$25.00

Goldie Pops Gourmet Popcorn Flight$14.00

The Mediterranean$24.00

Build Your Own Board

Build Your Own Board

Build Your Own Board - Additional Sides

Salami Trio$10.00

Lavender Honey Pot$3.00

Pickled Vegetable Assortment$6.00

House Blend of Mediterranean Olives$6.00

Warm Baguette$5.00

Gluten Free Bread$4.00

Extra Cheese$5.50

Dijon Mustard$2.00

Salads

Grilled Caesar$18.00

House Greens$15.00

Main

Achiote Marinated Steak$31.00

Prosciutto and Pesto Flatbread$23.00

12oz Ribeye$45.00

Mojo Grilled Fish Taco$32.00

Pappardelle & Shrimp$28.00

Blackened Salmon$35.00

Sesame "Pad Thai"$26.00

505 Burger$22.00

Dessert

Cafe de Olla Creme Brulee$6.00

Pumpkin Pie Bite$6.00

Specialty Cocktails

Q.U.E.E.N.$15.00

Bee My Baby$14.00

Cherry Bomb$16.00

Juice$15.00

Tomboy$14.00

Gold Dust Woman$13.50

Born This Way$14.00

Girls Just Want To Have Fun$15.00

Work Bitch$14.00

I'm Every Woman$16.00

34 + 35$13.50

Mocktails

Like a Virgin$10.00

Free Your Mind$11.00

Feeling Myself$11.00

Good as Hell$11.00

Bring Me to Life$9.00

Call Me Maybe$8.50

Respect$13.00

Mad Tasty Unicorn Tears CBD Sparkling Water$10.00

Flights

Women in Whiskey Flight$25.00

Margarita Flight$28.00

Woodinville Flight$52.00

White Wine Flight$24.00

Red Wine Flight$28.00

Rose Flight$25.00

Wines

Bubbles

NV House Bubbles, Sparkling Wine, Spain

NV Decoy by Duckhorn, Cuvée Brut Sparkling, California

NV Chandon, Brut, California

NV Veuve du Vernay, Brut, France

NV Nomine-Renard, Champagne Brut, France

NV Schramsberg Mirabelle, Brut, California

NV Veuve Clicquot, Champagne Brut, France

NV Ruffino, Prosecco, Italy

NV Campo Viejo, Cava Brut, Spain

NV Bertrand, Crémant Brut, France

NV Chandon, Garden Spritz, California

NV Ruffino, Rosato, Italy

NV Campo Viejo, Cava Rose, Spain

NV Freixenet, Rosato, Spain

2015 Banfi Cuvée Aurora, Rosato, Alta Langa, Italy