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Roma Norte

4.8 (23)
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar
789 W Harbor Dr unit 155, San Diego, CA 92101-7710

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
  • Romantic
Welcome to Roma Norte-where the vibrant spirit of Mexico City's iconic neighborhood meets San Diego's rising cocktail culture. Brought to you by the acclaimed team behind Puesto and Marisi, Roma Norte is more than a bar-it's a celebration of craft, culture, and connection. Behind the cocktails are Beau du Bois and Derek Cram, blending precision, creativity, and hospitality in every glass. With a slow and low approach, technique-driven drinks, and a focus on timeless classics, Roma Norte sets a new standard for cocktails in San Diego.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Lounge, Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Roma Norte Sessions: Sammy Donado

    May 22, 2025 only
    Born in Colombia and raised in Miami, rhythm runs in his blood. Sammy Donado is a DJ and music aficionado with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences. With a style rooted in high-energy sets, he seamlessly blends everything from Latin beats to 90s Hip-Hop. Come join us on Thursday, May 22nd starting at 8PM!
    Roma Norte Sessions: Sammy Donado Photo
  • Roma Norte Sessions: DJ FLIGHTplan

    Jun 12, 2025 only
    FLIGHTplan is a San Diego and Mexico-based "Deep Lounge" electronica DJ who has played on four continents. An accomplished slide guitarist and upright bassist, FLIGHTplan's live "Deep Lounge" sets pull influence from his time in West Africa, Spain, and Brazil, where confluences were forged between electronic dance & house music. Come join us on Thursday, June 12th starting at 8PM!
    Roma Norte Sessions: DJ FLIGHTplan Photo
  • Roma Norte Sessions: MAC Motion

    Jun 19, 2025 only
    MAC Motion is a DJ and electronic percussionist based in San Diego, whose sound fuses Melodic House with rhythmic influences of Latin and urban music. Classically trained as a musician, MAC Motion began producing music in San Fransisco, and has played in cities like Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, and Miami. Known for his high-energy live sets, MAC Motion brings the heat with live electronic percussion, creating a raw, infectious sound that keeps the crowd vibing all night. Come join us on Thursday, June 19th starting at 8PM!
    Roma Norte Sessions: MAC Motion Photo

What 23 people are saying

Roma Norte 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

23 Reviews
  1. Amanda

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best el pastor taco I’ve ever had! Phong had incredible service.
    Roma NorteResponded today
    Thank you for this review Amanda! We are delighted to hear this. Be sure to keep up with us at @romanorte.sd

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  2. Adolfo

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I just moved to San Diego and this was a first for me. The ambiance is impeccable. Everything from the music to the food and drinks was incredible. Our bartender was very attentive and provided us with a list of places to visit while in town. If you’re ever in San Diego, this is a MUST visit place. I’ll be back!

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  3. Samantha D. VIP

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I really love it! It feels like a you are in a Mexico City bar

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  4. Eva VIP

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a wonderful experience sitting at the bar. The drinks were phenomenal and staff were very kind and inviting. Will visit again!
    Roma NorteResponded on March 7, 2025
    Hello Eva. We are so delighted you enjoyed your time, thank you for review!

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  5. Bob VIP

    San Diego14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great cocktail menu, but not inexpensive. Tapas are excellent, but not a lot of choices. Go here for the drinks and a light bite.
    Roma NorteResponded on February 21, 2025
    Hello Bob, thank you for the review! We are pleased you enjoyed the small bite options. We’d love to see you again soon.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I had a great experience. Staff & Management (Edwin) excellent 👌
    Roma NorteResponded on February 14, 2025
    We are happy to hear you guys enjoyed your experience at Roma Norte! Thank you for your time and review.

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  7. Joelle VIP

    San Diego15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed our time at Roma Norte. The drinks are extremely complex and well-crafted, not to mention delicious. The food was also spectacular, though some reviews make it clear folks don't realize it's just light bites, nibbles... but really amazing nibbles. They are pricey and the sizes are quite small, but it's definitely delicious. The shrimp cocktail and the tuna tostada were highlights. Their signature cocktails are on the pretty high end, but knowing what goes into them, it doesn't surprise me and it was 100% worth it. Their other "classic cocktails" (espresso martini, old fashioned, etc.) are comparable with other upscale bars in the area. I'd definitely go back and recommend it especially for a date night. The atmosphere is cozy and we loved the banquette seating along the walls. 10/10!
    Roma NorteResponded on February 7, 2025
    Thank you for your wonderful review Joelle! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time at Roma Norte. We take pride in creating complex and well-crafted drinks, and we're glad you found them delicious. We're also glad to know that our small bites hit the spot! Your kind words are greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  8. Alanna

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Truly good drinks, but oddly inattentive service and a huge open door that made for a cold evening inside.

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  9. Vanessa VIP

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for drinks and the sultry ambiance and it was just that. For a busy Saturday night service was fairly fast, we did not have a bite but I presume if we did it would of been just as delicious as the drinks we had. Unfortunately I can’t remember the same but the cocktail with the cantaloupe (sigh) gorgeous presentation and refreshing, if your into melon.

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  10. McKenzie

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow. Without question the most thoughtful and balanced cocktails in San Diego. The ambience is beautiful and intimate, perfect for a date. The warm towel is a delightful touch and speaks to the attention to detail.
    Roma NorteResponded on February 21, 2025
    Hi Mckenzie! We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time at Roma Norte. Thank you for your thoughtful review, we hope to see you again!

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FAQs

Roma Norte is rated 4.8 stars by 23 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
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Roma Norte

789 W Harbor Dr unit 155, San Diego, CA 92101-7710

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Lounge, Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Full Bar
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