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Ponyboy at The Pearl Hotel, San Diego, CA

Ponyboy at The Pearl Hotel

4.7
4.7
59 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for outdoor dining
Nearly 70 years after its arrival onto the San Diego boutique hotel landscape, Point Loma’s iconic mid-century modern Pearl Hotel has unveiled the latest chapter in its storied history with an ambitiously reimagined restaurant and bar: Ponyboy. The inspiration behind Ponyboy extends beyond its décor and menu. Named after the protagonist of S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders, the restaurant conveys the spirit of individuality and rebellion in a time when hope and resilience were pivotal to navigating the challenges of a changing world. Guests will sense the nod to cultural iconography as they step into a space that feels familiar and refreshingly new. The ambiance is designed to harken back to a bygone era when traditional American comfort foods and elaborate dinner parties were both fashionable and fun. We look forward to seeing you soon, drink in hand, soaking in the sun pool-side. Stay gold, San Diego.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Wed–Sun 16:00–17:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (619) 226-6100
  • Website
    http://www.theponyboy.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Menu

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What 59 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ponyboy at The Pearl Hotel offers a "fun, midcentury refresh" dining experience with a retro-modern twist. Guests rave about the "excellent service," creative comfort food, and impressive cocktail program. Highlights include the Chicken Kiev and "deviled eggs," set against a stylish ambiance with poolside seating. Perfect for a unique, memorable night out.

59 Reviews

  1. Steven

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing culinary renditions of mid century staples.

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  2. Sandy

    San Diego

    42 reviews

    4.0

    42 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The host/ floor manager was top notch, very professional and efficient. Our sever, could have been better, forgetting our drinks. Food was good and loved the ambiance and the endless Bewitched. Really like the ambrosia salad. We will definitely go back.

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  3. beth

    VIP

    San Diego

    34 reviews

    3.0

    34 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    We had the fisherman's hot plate and it was tasty, but a bit too tangy. The fish sandwich was just OK--the shark seemed mushy, and the bun was gigantic. Would have been nice to have a bit of slaw or something green instead of so many fries. We've been here before it was Pony Boy, and I get the vibe, but I don't get the cartoons showing on the giant screens--so distracting. Of course I don't like TV's in restaurants, so I guess it's better than sports, but can we just turn off the TV's?

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  4. Stefan

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Tasty food with a unique 60s vibe + modern twist. Nice space by the pool.

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  5. Jenna

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our host and waitstaff was so friendly and accommodating. The food and cocktails were fantastic, start to finish. Pool view was so nice and very well warmed with the outdoor heaters. Great experience overall!

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  6. Susan

    VIP

    San Diego

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique and cool decor. Full on. Great concept. The chicken was the best dish!

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  7. Daniel

    VIP

    San Diego

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    If you like comfort food, and we do, you'll love Pony Boy; however, the food was a little too rich and heavy, which is why I did not give it 5 stars. We had the burger, the stroganoff and the chicken. All were delicious, but i could have stopped after only a few bites, as it was simply too heavy and rich to finish. I hope they offer some lighter menu items in the future.

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  8. Stefano

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this placed, the ambience, the food. I’ll be back

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  9. Alan

    San Diego

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to Ponyboy for a birthday dinner. Our service was impeccable!! Every single person greeted us with a smile. We sat outside and had a heater put next to us. The food was excellent. Better that I had expected. It was updated 50-60’s style food. It really took us back to that age with everything from the utensils and dishes to the food. We will definitely be back.

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  10. Bianca

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great service and top quality food. I never get tired of it and their subtle changes to their menu keeps le going. I will always try to make it to Prime rib night because it’s Divine. Holly is a great server and always delivers exceptional service.

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Ponyboy at The Pearl Hotel is rated 4.7 stars by 59 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Ponyboy at The Pearl Hotel

1410 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106-2239

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Point Loma
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Wed–Sun 16:00–17:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access
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