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Hard Rock Cafe

619-615-7625

801 4th Ave San Diego, CA 92101

hardrock.com

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Worship rock legends while dining on familiar American favorites.

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In the 1900's, the Golden Lion Tavern drew people to the Gaslamp Quarter for fun& frivolity, & history hasn't changed much! Here it is less than a century later,& that same location has become a Hard Rock Cafe. The Gaslamp Quarter is a renovated historic area packed with restaurants, clubs and other attractions, a western Bourbon St. without the Cajun accents. From Hard Rock Cafe San Diego you're in a prime location for day trips. Journey to nearby San Diego Zoo Wild Animal Park, Sea World, Old Town or Balboa Park, then come back and end your day on the right note with us. The Cafe's cozy confines will wash all that local culture out of your head in no time, allowing you to fill it with important rock 'n' roll history and trivia. Interested in planning your next event at Hard Rock Cafe San Diego? Visit our Parties & Special Events section.

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Walls covered with decades of Top-40 memorabilia, rock songs blaring in the background and an all-American menu typify this music-themed restaurant. The kitchen churns out group-friendly appetizers like nachos and Southern staples like barbecue ribs and chicken. Burgers are served with hefty sides of fries and the signature pulled-pork sandwich is topped with vinegar barbecue sauce. The gift shop sells branded items like T-shirts, shot glasses and hats.

Key Points

  • A Global Phenomenon!
  • Rock 'n' roll memorabilia
  • Love all. Serve all.

The Inside Scoop

  1. What to Drink - The beer selection may feature some local brews, while unlimited soda refills keep the designated driver and the kids satisfied.
  2. Where to Sit - Ask for a booth instead of a table; the booths will give you a closer look at the rock memorabilia hanging from the walls.

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Howard T. | insider_expert Insider Expert | Rank: 8,092

i kinda like this Hard Rock Cafe. Simply because it's a hard rock cafe. i love the theme dining experience. it's something new once in a while. i wouldn't go here like everyday but once in a while isn't bad.

Posted 11/03/08 | Report Abuse

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Samantha R. | insider_guru Insider Guru | Rank: 612

This hard rock is just okay. The memorabilia is not up to par. if you are going to go to a hard rock check out the hotel its much more posh and is just flat out amazing. The food is just okay as well.

Posted 10/31/08 | Report Abuse

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Ratings_icons such a fun place!

Rachael S. | insider_expert Insider Expert | Rank: 10,713

This place has the coolest atmosphere. Such a great place to go for appetizers or to have a party for. This was also the place of the super sweet 16 on MTV. Such a fun place!

Posted 03/03/08 | Report Abuse

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