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Wilma's Carousel Bar, San Diego, CA

Wilma's Carousel Bar

4.8
4.8
109 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
As one of only two carousel bars in the United States, Wilma’s Carousel Bar offers a truly unique experience.
We invite you to immerse yourself in this nostalgic retreat with Executive Corporate Chef Brian Redzikowski’s French-Creole inspired dishes and Beverage Director Eric Johnson’s a selection of cocktails including both innovative spins on traditional favorites and imaginative new concoctions.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Contemporary French / American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 16:00–23:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–01:00
  • Phone number
    (619) 255-7533
  • Website
    https://wilmascarouselbar.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Experiences

  • Drag Brunch!

    30 Mar 2025 only
    Two unique drag brunch seatings at 11am and 1pm! Please arrive as close to 11am and 1pm as possible to guarantee full experience. Both seatings last for an hour and a half. If reserving the bar please make sure all parties are over 21!

Offers

  • Happy Hour - Limited Menu

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 16:00 - 17:00,Tue - Sat - 16:00 - 17:00
    We welcome you to join us for a spin (or two or three!) while enjoying limitées petite plats paired with our incredible beverage program! During this time full menu is not available

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 109 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Lively

  • San Diego

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wilma's Carousel Bar offers a vibrant and whimsical atmosphere with "impeccable service" and "expertly crafted, elegant, innovative cocktails." The unique carousel theme creates a memorable experience, perfect for celebrations. While the food menu is limited, the drinks and ambiance are highlights. "A must in San Diego" for anyone seeking fun and charm.
109 Reviews

  1. Tara

    Los Angeles16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, and atmosphere! The steak frites did not disappoint. Both delicious and gluten free! Our server was exceptional!

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  2. Grace-Kelly

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wilma’s is an absolute must-try bar and easily my favorite in all of San Diego! I’ve never had a bad experience here; every visit is consistently fantastic. From start to finish, the service is top-notch, and I always feel well taken care of. Whether you’re a regular or a first-timer, Wilma’s is the kind of place that keeps you coming back for more. While it can be a bit pricey, the quality makes it well worth it. Given the area it’s in, the price is completely justifiable for the delicious food, expertly crafted cocktails, fast and exceptional service, and the creative theme and decor that makes every visit feel unique. 

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  3. Olesya VIP

    San Francisco5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 10 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The bar has a picturesque design, satisfactory food offerings and wide variety of drinks. Though with intention to have girls outing we had to relocate our night to the nearby restaurant due to noise level. There were absolutely impossible to talk to person seating next to me, not to mention person within one bar chair or across the table. In order to conserve the voice and enjoy chatting with my friends, we left the bar. Staff was very friendly disregard out decision, checked us out momentarily

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  4. Cathie VIP

    San Diego327 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fun jewel! The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. The drinks were fun and oh, the carousel was so colorful and fantastic! The DJ was so energetic and lots of fun. We'll definitely be back for more fun!!!

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  5. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a cute bar! Had the best time in the carousel for Happy Hour! It's a must!

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance and service were great! The manager was super helpful with someone in our party who had special dietary needs.

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went in for drinks after dinner with some friends. The bar is fully stocked for almost any drink combination and their speciality drinks. They have liquor 43 which is great for carajillos it would be great if they added their own version to the menu. Our waitress Chelsey suggested beignets which come with chocolate and coffee dipping sauce, highly recommend. The rotating bar is great for any kind of social event.

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  8. Cristina VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super vibey! Really enjoyed the ambiance and the waiters were very nice.

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  9. Jose

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere and vibe. Excellent for a birthday celebration.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They were the sweetest on my birthday!! I cant wait to be back.

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Wilma's Carousel Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 109 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Wilma's Carousel Bar

2401 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101-1215

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 16:00–23:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–01:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Contemporary French / American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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