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Welcome to The Smoking Gun – where urban street food meets bold craft cocktails in a high-energy, unapologetically fun atmosphere. Our scratch-made menu draws inspiration from the streets, serving up creative, crave-worthy bites that are as vibrant as the city itself. Whether you’re here to sip on inventive cocktails, challenge your friends to a game of ping pong, or just soak in the electric vibe, we’re all about bringing people together over damn good food and drinks. No pretense, no fluff—just a place to let loose and enjoy the moment. So pull up a seat, grab a drink, and dig in. We’ve been expecting you.
Spacious, laid-back bar with tabletop games doling out Southern-inspired fare & seasonal cocktails.
Hours
| Friday | 3 PM–2 AM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 AM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM–2 AM |
| Monday | 3 PM–2 AM |
| Tuesday | 3 PM–2 AM |
| Wednesday | 3 PM–2 AM |
| Thursday | 3 PM–2 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 555 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 233-3836
Website: http://www.thesmokinggunsd.com/
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Reservations: tripleseat.com
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A revolutionary spin on the neighborhood bar. Gaslamp, San Diego. Home of the Crimson Tide. Hours: MF 3pm-2am / Sat-Sun 11am-2am.
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Becky Schmelzer
We stumbled upon the Smoking Gun restaurant on a trip taken in September of 2024. The atmosphere was fun with a 1970/80’s decor and menus presented in Pee Cee folders. We had a breakfast sandwich and potato cake addition (might be only available for brunch on the weekends) that was so good! We flew into San Diego February 2026 and the first thing we thought of was to find this restaurant again to have the fantastic breakfast sandwiches! I hope they keep keep these on their menu. We will be back!
… moreKimberly Tyson
I held a corporate happy hour here, something I’ve done several times. This was hands down the best restaurant I’ve worked with. They were so communicative and reassuring beforehand, extremely helpful and flexible during set up, and I wish I caught the name of our server because he was truly amazing. He remembered so many peoples drinks and was so on top of everything. On top of all that the price was perfect. The space is amazing, great for friends, work, or family with any age kids. I will definitely host here again and would love to come back with my family!
… morePhilip D
ROLL TIDE! Amazing place to visit in San Diego. Great food, Great drinks. Cheapest beers in town. Ask for the lawn mower beer menu. Perfect place for local and out of town Alabama Crimson Tide fans. Arcade is Great. Leg lamp, grandma’s living room, Gump’s jersey, and you can wish to be BIG with the Zoltar machine. ENJOY.
… moreJ Will
It was such a cool looking place that a bunch of friends told me about. Unfortunately, the service left much to be desired. We walked in and it was not quite busy yet. Just a handful of folks. We sat at the bar and waited….and waited…and waited…two employees walked past us ( behind the bar) and tried hard to not make eye contact. Then a manager walked out,right past us,and leaned on the bar talking to another customer who already had a drink. The. The bartender comes out and he walks past us..my husband said ‘excuse me’ and the guys turns around and tells us they aren’t serving at the bar right that second. Totally weird since there were about 4 or 5 people sitting at the bar with cold drinks in their hands. Really bummed…it looked like a cool place to frequent. But we won’t be.
… moreTisha Zuniga
The venue offers a fantastic atmosphere for spectators, with reasonably priced food and beverages, friendly service, and excellent visibility from all angles
… morePATRICE OUTEN
Gaslight District highly recommend eatery. Fun atmosphere with Pool Table, Shuffleboard, Nostalgic Arcade Gaming and several TVs. I was with a group of 8 with no reservation and they were able to accommodate although a party of 75 was scheduled to come in. We arrived in time for the 7pm cut-off Happy Hour Drinks and Appetizers. Our Waiter was attentive and patient. We had a fun time and will go back.
… moreDavid Spiewak
One of my favorite places in downtown San Diego. On the cusp of the Gaslamp and East Village Smoking Gun gives off such a fun vibe. Food is great, atmosphere is fun, arcade and games are amazing. Makes me feel like childhood (born in the early 80’s) and frequent this establishment a ton! It’s such a unique experience in the 92101. If you like fun, you like smoking gun!
… moreShadia Dawkins
Had an amazing time. The food was outstanding. Some of the best restaurant fries I’ve ever had. The portions are huge, so please bring an appetite. Our waiter, Manny, was excellent. We couldn’t ask for a better waiter. He knew all the details about the meals and how they were prepared. He explained all the house made items (Homemade roll) and even down to the flavors. I’m definitely going back the next chance I get.
… moreEdgar Isaac Vazquez
4pm and not busy… I wonder why?!!?
Let’s start off with the warm plastic fake cup they serve their drafts in that suddenly warm my beer up in less than two minutes. Not cool man. With the competition of being located in the gas lamp district you would think they would actually care or put up some kind of a fight to keep up with the competition, this establishment is not worthy of popping up on my google search as a “barbecue restaurant!” Weak by all means. Next let’s talk about the kiddy trays they are trying to serve with child size portions of a soup dish that they try to pass as “smoked brisket…”. NOT EVEN CLOSE- THE TEXTURE ALONE MADE ME WANT TO VOMIT ON CONTACT WITH A MAC AND CHEESE SLOP FOLLOWED WITH A WHOLE DOUBLE SHOT OF BUTTER WHICH IS ABSOLUTELY POINTLESS IF YOU ARE IN BUSINESS TO TURN A PROFIT AND I BET THE WASTE ACCUMULATED FROM CUSTOMERS BARELY USING 1/10 OF IT AND THEN DISCARDING THE REST IS COMPLETELY AN ISSUE FOR RETHINKING.
We returned the fatty brisket plate back just to be uncomfortably confronted by the waitress because the chef wants to know exactly what part about their smoked brisket “hoppy meal,” I didn’t like. LETS SEE… I was completely polite and honest because I thought that is what they wanted- some honest feedback- but abruptly confronted by the cook- he angrily snatched the rest of our plates from the table in front of us while taking care of the bill. My wife said, oh my gosh they are aggressive and rude! She wouldn’t allow me to leave a gratuity, and we left from there while we could. I do NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE, instead I believe they need a serious BAR RESCUE!!! This place should really receive a zero review, the only good thing to look forward to is them being out of business soon.
… moreLet’s start off with the warm plastic fake cup they serve their drafts in that suddenly warm my beer up in less than two minutes. Not cool man. With the competition of being located in the gas lamp district you would think they would actually care or put up some kind of a fight to keep up with the competition, this establishment is not worthy of popping up on my google search as a “barbecue restaurant!” Weak by all means. Next let’s talk about the kiddy trays they are trying to serve with child size portions of a soup dish that they try to pass as “smoked brisket…”. NOT EVEN CLOSE- THE TEXTURE ALONE MADE ME WANT TO VOMIT ON CONTACT WITH A MAC AND CHEESE SLOP FOLLOWED WITH A WHOLE DOUBLE SHOT OF BUTTER WHICH IS ABSOLUTELY POINTLESS IF YOU ARE IN BUSINESS TO TURN A PROFIT AND I BET THE WASTE ACCUMULATED FROM CUSTOMERS BARELY USING 1/10 OF IT AND THEN DISCARDING THE REST IS COMPLETELY AN ISSUE FOR RETHINKING.
We returned the fatty brisket plate back just to be uncomfortably confronted by the waitress because the chef wants to know exactly what part about their smoked brisket “hoppy meal,” I didn’t like. LETS SEE… I was completely polite and honest because I thought that is what they wanted- some honest feedback- but abruptly confronted by the cook- he angrily snatched the rest of our plates from the table in front of us while taking care of the bill. My wife said, oh my gosh they are aggressive and rude! She wouldn’t allow me to leave a gratuity, and we left from there while we could. I do NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE, instead I believe they need a serious BAR RESCUE!!! This place should really receive a zero review, the only good thing to look forward to is them being out of business soon.
Katy Garcia
The bartender Kat was amazing! She really took care of us and was beyond helpful on what to choose from the menu! THEIR BURGERS ARE TO DIE FORRRR!! ESPECIALLY IF YOU’RE A MEAT LOVER The bar vibe was dope and played great music They also have am arcade and games to play! Definitely coming back when I’m SD!
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