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Barrio Star Bar - Barrio Star, San Diego, CA

Barrio Star

4.7 (1111)
$30 and under
Mexican
2706 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for groups
The sky’s the limit at Barrio Star--presenting San Diego with modern Mexican Soul Food woven with bold Latin flavors and clever Asian touches. As one of several restaurants created by award-winning chef and restaurateur Isabel Cruz, Barrio Star’s bright and lively décor is a metaphor for what we proudly serve. Our vibrant flavors and healthier renditions of classic Mexican dishes reveal thoughtfully presented menu items that are sure to please every palate. Pairing with our well-prepared food is a mouthwatering beer and cocktail menu. Besides serving standard Mexican beers, we also offer rotating drafts as well as an extensive tequila menu. Kickstart the evening with our roasted jalapeno blackberry margarita and let the fiesta begin!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Latin American
  • Hours of operation
    Saturday Sat 9:00 am–9:30 pm Sunday Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Monday Wednesday and Thursday Mon, Wed, Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Tuesday and Friday Tue, Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Pastrana
  • Catering
    Barrio Star's fresh local food is available for any occasion! Just reach out to us with the details and we'll take if from there.
  • Private party facilities
    Family style tacos Pitchers of beer, margaritas, and sangrias
  • Neighborhood
    Banker's Hill
  • Cross street
    Nutmeg
  • Parking details
    Lots of street parking available as Barrio Star is centrally located one block away from Balboa Park.
  • Public transit
    Close to downtown and all major bus routes.
  • Entertainment
    Everything from classic rock to the good 'ole 90's! Whatever fits the mood we will play.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,111 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Barrio Star delights with "great food, great drinks, great service," offering tasty Mexican cuisine with a healthy twist. Patrons adore the "hand pressed fresh tortillas" and "blood orange margaritas." The restaurant's lively atmosphere, friendly staff, and extensive menu featuring vegetarian options make it a "local gem" worth visiting.
1,111 Reviews
  1. Eileen

    California Central Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had chosen Barrio Star because it was close to the venue for the performance we would be seeing later and its prices looked reasonable. At my husband’s first bite of his carnitas taco, he turned to me with wide eyes and said “YUM!!!”. I had the salmon tacos which allowed me to opt for another taco so instead of 3 salmon tacos, I ordered 2 salmon 1 shrimp and was equally DELIGHTED with my choices. Our son ordered the Birria tacos and all three of us were impressed. The side was coconut rice with choice of beans on top (we all prefer the black beans) and that was a unique flavor and texture combination. I had their Barrio Margarita which was bigger than I had anticipated and scrumptious and my son had the Blackberry Jalapeño margarita. Our waitress was warm, friendly and willing to give suggestions and the whole place felt very welcoming. It was a grand start to what would prove to be an overall wonderful night. Thank you, Barrio Star

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  2. Bob VIP

    San Diego51 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice neighborhood Mexican restaurant that I learned has been open for 15 years. Seating is available indoor and outdoor. Good service, good food, distinctive Mexican food.

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  3. Basak VIP

    San Diego11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently solid. Good food, service and great location with plenty of parking

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  4. Swati VIP

    San Diego37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience at Barrio Star! This was my first time dining for brunch. Great menu with plenty of options, good food & drinks, and fantastic service as usual. Thanks!

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  5. Debra VIP

    San Diego108 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was early in the evening, so the place was mostly empty, and there was only one server. The man who seated us was efficient, pleasant, and helpful. The server was pleasant, but lost interest in us and serving us our drinks when she saw friends come in and sit at the bar. Then their order took precedence ( despite our order being placed before they walked in). The drinks were good, and the food was good except it was served missing salsa, or other sauces/toppings, (or the toppings were shriveled up, like whatever that was on top of my quesadilla- I couldn’t tell, but it looked old and unappetizing) which we had to ask for, but finding her to add the missing elements was difficult if not impossible… so the food sat there waiting for the missing garnishes. The food was not even served hot, simply lukewarm, as it is at many restaurants-though we were warned not to touch the “hot plate”—which was warm, not hot… and as we searched for the server to add whatever was missing before starting to eat, the food continued to cool. All in all, an OK, but not outstanding experience. Maybe we will try to come back again and give it another chance, because the menu had multiple vegetarian options, and was interesting.

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  6. Swati VIP

    San Diego37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great drinks, great service. Good vibes and good value. Love this place, will be back!

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  7. Esther

    San Diego1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    They were short staffed for it being a holiday so wait time to put in food order was a bit long. Food and drinks were delicious.

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  8. Sarah

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the hand pressed fresh tortillas. Great chips and guac.

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  9. Thomas VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, drinks and service. A fun and relaxed place.

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  10. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was very receptive to our needs and change. The side room is great for conversation.

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FAQs

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Barrio Star is rated 4.7 stars by 1111 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Barrio Star

2706 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Nutmeg
  • Neighborhood
    Banker's Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Saturday Sat 9:00 am–9:30 pm Sunday Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Monday Wednesday and Thursday Mon, Wed, Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Tuesday and Friday Tue, Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Contemporary Mexican, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Lots of street parking available as Barrio Star is centrally located one block away from Balboa Park.
  • Public transit
    Close to downtown and all major bus routes.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Pastrana
  • Entertainment
    Everything from classic rock to the good 'ole 90's! Whatever fits the mood we will play.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Barrio Star's fresh local food is available for any occasion! Just reach out to us with the details and we'll take if from there.
  • Private party facilities
    Family style tacos Pitchers of beer, margaritas, and sangrias
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