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Charade, San Diego, CA

Charade

4.7 (15)
$30 and under
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
1867 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101-2712

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Innovative
Charade: A Speakeasy Experience Like No Other

Step into a world of hidden delights at Charade, a speakeasy nestled in the heart of Bankers Hill San Diego inside The Balboa Bar and Grill. This intimate venue embodies artistic passion and community spirit, offering a unique blend of handcrafted cocktails, vibrant performances, and an atmosphere that transports you to other eras and different dimensions.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Banker's Hill
  • Cross street
    5th and fir st
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 15 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Charade is a lively venue offering vaudeville-style entertainment with "great atmosphere" and "fun for a date or girls night out." The decor is "amazing" with unique projections. Staff are "friendly and personable," enhancing the speakeasy vibe. While drinks and performances receive praise, attention to seating comfort is suggested.

15 Reviews
  1. Randall VIP

    San Diego68 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. The burger sans chicken at Balboa are superb. Charade is fun and last night it was wild with fun people on the audience. The performers were great as well. A lot of fun. A couple of things - the banquette on the left side as you enter now dips in the seat so it is not really comfortable. Also some lights on the wall are out. Could mean they are not paying close attention to the details Love the place.

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  2. Sandie VIP

    San Diego3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff was excellent, but the drinks were not. We had reservations at 6, but it did not open until 6:15.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Veronica

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a very nice and unexpected surprise. Loved the show! Fun for a date or girls night out.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Entertainment was great and very interactive. Great atmosphere. 😍

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  5. Randall VIP

    San Diego68 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a truly weird place and it is magnificent! Vaudeville-style entertainment, wall-to-wall and ceiling projections and a vibe that is nowhere else to be found. Service is sold. Drinks are about $15 each and it’s a blast.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. NGOC

    San Diego19 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server was accommodating and friendly. The burgers are delicious here. The performance are hillarious. Had a great time.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Ray

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a beautiful venue! We absolutely loved the whole experience. The decor was amazing and the cool projections that surround you while you’re enjoying the entertainment made it really special. The staff was kind and attentive and the drinks were delicious. We will definitely be back. Really awesome concept and so unique. Just what you would imagine a speakeasy to be like.

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  8. Tom

    Washington DC6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fun speakeasy with interesting atmosphere, entertaining musical acts, enjoyable twists on classic cocktails, and friendly and personable staff. We had a great time and recommend Charade - we'll be back!

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  9. Brandie

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was so much fun. It was a very eclectic theater audience, and it offered great entertainment. It was a surprise, but a good surprise! 

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Lindzy VIP

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great performances and excellent drinks! Would highly recommend!

    1 person found this helpful

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Charade is rated 4.7 stars by 15 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Charade

1867 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101-2712

Additional information

  • Cross street
    5th and fir st
  • Neighborhood
    Banker's Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Thu, Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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