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Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar, San Diego, CA

Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar

4.5
4.5
1456 Reviews
$30 and under
Prime Rib

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Bully's East is conveniently located in the heart of Mission Valley. As you enter, you feel the warmth of the rich mahogany bar. Locals have been gathering here for four decades to enjoy their favorite beverages and great bar food. It's also the perfect place to view a sporting event. Since its establishment, Bully's East has served more prime rib than any other San Diego restaurant, preparing only USDA Choice, Midwestern, corn-fed, aged beef. It also offers many healthy dining options. Chef Adam Johnson and his culinary staff continually create new dishes, taking advantage of the freshest local produce and seafood to bring diners the best possible culinary experience. Enjoy fine dining in this relaxed environment with over 45 years of experience and tradition. Make sure you save room for Bully's sinful desserts.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Prime Rib, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat 14:00–22:00 Sun 14:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (619) 291-2665
  • Website
    http://www.bullyseastsd.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Adam Johnson
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or having a corporate get together, Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar has two rooms that can accommodate large parties. Please contact the restaurant directly for information. 619-291-2665
  • Location
    2401 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
  • Area
    Mission Valley
  • Cross Street
    Texas Street
  • Parking details
    There are 61 marked parking spaces and two handicap spaces available for our patrons. In addition to Bully's East parking lot there are two lots located above and below Bully's East that offer parking after 5pm.
  • Public transit
    Located on Texas Street directly out front of Bully's East there are two bus stops, one heading South up Texas Street and one heading North down towards Qualcomm Way.
  • Entertainment
    Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar entertainment are the 13 TV screens that show all seasonal sporting events throughout the year. Long time supporters of all local San Diego sports teams.
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar's menu was last updated 2023-05-18.

Appetizers

  • CalamariUS$13.50

    Panko + cocktail + sauce + lemon

    • Baked BrieUS$15.00

      Puff pastry + apple-brandy cream + apples + almonds + crostini

      • Seared Ahi* **US$16.00

        Cajun + tsume + greens + soy-balsamic + avocado + ginger + wasabi + wonton

        • Crab Stuffed MushroomsUS$13.00

          Melted provolone + rosemary-mushroom sauce

          • Oysters on Half Shell*US$23.00

            Mignonette + cocktail sauce + lemon

            • Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$17.00

              U15 wild mexican whites + cocktail sauce + lemon

              • Filet MeatballsUS$14.00

                Filet + whiskey peppercorn + bacon + chives + brioche toast

                • Kung Pao WingsUS$15.00

                  Sticky rice + spinach + peanuts + chives

                  • Crab CakesUS$23.00

                    Confit tomatoes + balsamic pearls + beurre blanc + micro basil

                    • Fried Artichoke HeartsUS$11.00

                      Panko + garlic aioli

                      Prime Rib / Steaks / Seafood

                      W/ dinner salad or soup of the day + 1 side. Add horseradish crust $3.50, add whiskey peppercorn sauce $3.50, (3) shrimp scampi $11, 4-5oz. cold water lobster tail $23, 1/2 lb. Alaskan king crab legs (market price), bleu cheese-chive butter $3, roasted bone marrow butter $3

                      • 2 Lobster TailsUS$41.00

                        4-5oz cold water + broiled + drawn butter + lemon

                        • King Crab Legs

                          Alaskan + 1lb + drawn butter + lemon

                          • Market Price

                        Choice Corn Fed Mid-Western Aged Beef

                        Add horseradish crust $3.50, add whiskey peppercorn sauce $3.50, (3) shrimp scampi $11, 4-5oz. cold water lobster tail $23, 1/2 lb. Alaskan king crab legs (market price), bleu cheese-chive butter $3, roasted bone marrow butter $3

                        • 8oz. Horseradish Crusted Prime RibUS$38.75

                          • 8oz. Blackened Prime RibUS$38.75

                            • 8oz. Regular CutUS$36.00

                              • 11oz. Half CutUS$47.75

                                • 16oz. Full Cut

                                  • Market Price

                                • 38oz. "Beast"

                                  • Market Price

                                Choice Mid-Western Beef

                                Add horseradish crust $3.50, add whiskey peppercorn sauce $3.50, (3) shrimp scampi $11, 4-5oz. cold water lobster tail $23, 1/2 lb. Alaskan king crab legs (market price), bleu cheese-chive butter $3, roasted bone marrow butter $3

                                • 14oz. New YorkUS$39.00

                                  • 16oz. Bone In RibeyeUS$42.00

                                    • 8oz. Filet MignonUS$41.75

                                      • "Nooner" 8-oz Teriyaki Skirt SteakUS$23.00

                                        Burgers / Sandwiches / Classics

                                        W/ dinner salad or soup of the day + 1 side

                                        • The Bully Burger**US$16.00

                                          Chuck + lettuce + tomato + red onon + bullys spread + onion roll

                                          • W/CheeseUS$17.00

                                        • Prime Rib DipUS$20.00

                                          Shaved roasted prime rib + onion roll + au jus + horseradish sauce

                                          • Pub BurgerUS$19.00

                                            Flat top wagyu beef patty + bacon-onion jam + gruyere cheese + arugula + pretzel bun

                                            • Prime Rib MeltUS$22.00

                                              Sourdough + caramelized onions + provolone + au jus + horseradish sauce

                                              • Nashville Hot Halibut SandwichUS$19.00

                                                Local california halibut + lettuce + tomato + cucumber + hot chili oil + garlic aioli + Kaiser bun

                                                • Seared Ahi SandwichUS$21.00

                                                  Seared rare ahi + pineapple slaw + gochujang aioli + kaiser bun

                                                  • Steak and EnchiladasUS$26.00

                                                    Teriyaki steak + (2) cheese enchiladas + red sauce

                                                    • (4) BBQ Prime Rib BonesUS$21.00

                                                      Beef + hickory BBQ sauce

                                                      Entrees

                                                      No substitutions

                                                      • Fish N ChipsUS$20.00

                                                        Ale tempura + seasoned shoestring potatoes + cole slaw + tartar + malt vinegar

                                                        • Dry Aged Duroc Pork ChopUS$30.00

                                                          Braised kale + creamy goat cheese polenta + apple cider-mustard reduction

                                                          • Grilled Scottish SalmonUS$37.00

                                                            Wilted spinach + root vegetable hash + blackberry & guajillo gastrique

                                                            Salads

                                                            • Bistro**US$13.50

                                                              Field greens + gorgonzola + pine nuts + grape tomatoes + balsamic vinaigrette + roasted bell pepper + crispy onion haystack

                                                              • NY StripUS$19.00
                                                              • Chicken BreastUS$16.50
                                                              • (5) ShrimpUS$19.00

                                                            • Caesar**US$12.50

                                                              Romaine hearts + shaved parmesan + garlic crostini

                                                              • Teriyaki SteakUS$20.00
                                                              • Chicken BreastUS$15.50
                                                              • (5) ShrimpUS$18.00

                                                            • WedgeUS$12.50

                                                              Iceberg + bacon + tomatoes + red onion + bleu cheese crumbles

                                                              Side Dishes

                                                              • Elotes (Mexican Corn)US$7.00

                                                                • Brussels SproutsUS$6.50

                                                                  • BroccoliniUS$6.50

                                                                    • Mac N CheeseUS$6.50

                                                                      • Baked PotatoUS$7.00

                                                                        • Seasoned Shoestring PotatoesUS$5.00

                                                                          • Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$6.00

                                                                            • Steak FriesUS$5.00

                                                                              • Cup of SoupUS$6.00

                                                                                • Bowl of SoupUS$8.50

                                                                                  • French Onion GratineeUS$6.50

                                                                                    • House Dinner SaladUS$7.00

                                                                                      • Caesar Salad

                                                                                        In place of dinner salad

                                                                                        • AddUS$6.00

                                                                                      • Wedge Salad

                                                                                        In place of dinner salad

                                                                                        • AddUS$6.00

                                                                                      Desserts

                                                                                      • Carrot CakeUS$13.00

                                                                                        Cream cheese frosting + walnuts + shaved white chocolate

                                                                                        • Mud PieUS$12.00

                                                                                          Mocha almond ice cream + oreo cookie + fudge + whipped cream + chocolate + nuts

                                                                                          • Crème BruleeUS$10.00

                                                                                            Vanilla bean + sugar in the raw + strawberry

                                                                                            • New York Style CheesecakeUS$9.00

                                                                                              Mixed berry compote

                                                                                              • Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse CakeUS$14.00

                                                                                                Callebaut chocolate base + peanut butter mousse + chocolate ganache

                                                                                                Last updated: 18 May 2023

                                                                                                What 1,456 people are saying

                                                                                                Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar 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

                                                                                                4.5
                                                                                                4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                • 4.6Food
                                                                                                • 4.5Service
                                                                                                • 4.4Ambience
                                                                                                • 4.3Value

                                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar is a beloved spot for "excellent prime rib" and "great happy hour drink specials." Guests enjoy the "traditional steakhouse food" and the establishment's "old school delicious" vibe. Standout service is often noted, with patrons praising staff as "friendly" and "attentive." A local favorite for dining and sports.

                                                                                                1,456 Reviews

                                                                                                1. Robin

                                                                                                  San Diego14 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Excellent prime rib!!!! Very good service and food!

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                                                                                                2. Barbara

                                                                                                  San Diego6 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  I have been going to Bully’s since first moving to San Diego in 1969, although I believe the Mission Valley location did not open until 1971. Continue to enjoy this restaurant because it still provides a comfortable dining experience with high leather booths, carpet, and Always personable staff. I never get anything but the prime rib dip sandwich, which comes with a salad and side and it never disappoints.🥰

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                                                                                                3. Randall VIP

                                                                                                  San Diego55 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 8 March 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 2
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  Over all it was okay. Pride rib was good as was the filet Wellington. Asparagus was inedible. Burnt, herd, and just bad. Mashed potatoes were ok at best. Atmos was ok. It’s a sport bar and the servers acted like it. $200 for just ok is not ok. They need to ramp is the customer appreciation level a lot.

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                                                                                                4. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                  San Diego2 reviews

                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 7 March 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  Watch your bill and make sure they don’t charge you for something that is free and included in your dinner. They charged me for the clam chowder which was supposed to be included.

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                                                                                                5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                  San Diego5 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 6 March 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Great service Jessica was awesome. Food is great. Newly remodeled restrooms

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                                                                                                6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                  San Diego7 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 1 March 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  The guests in the room with us were soooo loud we couldn’t talk across the table

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                                                                                                7. Paul VIP

                                                                                                  San Diego20 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 26 February 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  Way too much bun on the burger. Why did you change it? Go back.

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                                                                                                8. Sally

                                                                                                  San Diego7 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 25 February 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Good food, easy access, ease of parking and average pricing for type of restaurant. Eaten there many times and will continue to do so.

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                                                                                                9. Kim

                                                                                                  San Diego4 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 18 February 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  This is my go to place to get a good solid meal with lots of selections. It’s a great place to meet with friends. For me, it has always been consistently good food, good service and great prices. Always enjoy sitting in a bar booth, however, it can be a little noisy sometimes.

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                                                                                                10. GianniP VIP

                                                                                                  Mexico City38 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 16 February 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  The Management Totally sucks. They treat their employees & guest really poorly. They don’t value at all the people that make the restaurant work, Customers & wait staff!

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                                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                                Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 291-2665.

                                                                                                Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 1456 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
                                                                                                19:00
                                                                                                Booked 17 times today

                                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                Google Map for Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar

                                                                                                2401 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108

                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                                                  Texas Street
                                                                                                • Area
                                                                                                  Mission Valley
                                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                  Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat 14:00–22:00 Sun 14:00–21:00
                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                  $30 and under
                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                  Prime Rib, Steakhouse, Seafood
                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                  There are 61 marked parking spaces and two handicap spaces available for our patrons. In addition to Bully's East parking lot there are two lots located above and below Bully's East that offer parking after 5pm.
                                                                                                • Public transit
                                                                                                  Located on Texas Street directly out front of Bully's East there are two bus stops, one heading South up Texas Street and one heading North down towards Qualcomm Way.
                                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                                                  Adam Johnson
                                                                                                • Entertainment
                                                                                                  Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar entertainment are the 13 TV screens that show all seasonal sporting events throughout the year. Long time supporters of all local San Diego sports teams.
                                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                                  Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                • Website
                                                                                                  http://www.bullyseastsd.com/
                                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                                  (619) 291-2665
                                                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                                                  Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or having a corporate get together, Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar has two rooms that can accommodate large parties. Please contact the restaurant directly for information. 619-291-2665
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