Whistle Stop Bar

Whistle Stop Bar is a bar in San Diego, CA, United States.

Local bar with laid-back house party vibe features regular events such as game nights, bands & DJs.

Location

• Address: 2236 Fern St, San Diego, CA 92104, United States
• Area: South Park, California, United States, San Diego, California, United States
• Coordinates: 32.729354, -117.129793

Details

• Status: Open
• Categories: Bar
• Rating: 4.4 out of 5 from 692 reviews
• Tags: Dogs allowed

Opening hours

Popular times

Contact

• Phone: +16192846784
• Email: info@thewhistlestop.com
• Website: http://www.WhistleStopBar.com/
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/155550706011

Reviews

Amazing local South Park spot with solid cocktails, good beer handles, solid jukebox and an occasional incredible live music spot from the likes of Son Rompe Pera to Therapy and All Beat Up. Rocken spot. Drop by to see for yourself!

— 5 out of 5, 2026-02-16

The “bouncers” outside were rude out of their mind. Would not tell us what we were paying for and WHO we were paying for a cover charge. Both of the bouncers at the door were rude as hell and I couldn’t undo my Venmo payment so I HAD to go in to get my moneys worth and deal with poor service. Would not ever return with this type of service at the door.

— 2 out of 5, 2026-01-18

I very much enjoy the 80s/90s/Y2K nights and Booty Bassment. Not super big so it can get pretty packed. But drinks are very reasonably priced. Patrons are largely friendly. Crowd is pretty diverse (depends on the night you go too) No experience in the day time. I think it's much more of a normal bar during those hours.

— 5 out of 5, 2026-01-04

Wonderful neighborhood hangout. If you see Yacht Rock on the schedule you absolutely must attend. Look at the calendar for the kind of music you like and wear good dancing shoes!

— 4 out of 5, 2025-09-25

They have a drawing night every 1st and 3rd Tuesday which I attended. The bar puts paper down across all the tables and people come in with different drawing or coloring tools; pencils, paints, markers, crayons, etc. There were a LOT of people of all ages drawing next to one another. Everyone was super friendly and kind. The drink selection was good. I am unsure if they offer food or not. Great spot for a fun activity. I will be back.

— 5 out of 5, 2025-08-06

One of my favorite places to see a show. It’s very casual and laid back. It’s an intimate way to catch artists who are rising in popularity. There is no stage per se, and the band is playing at the same level as the viewer. Because of this, it makes it almost feel like a house show which is fun. The drinks are solid and sometimes they even have rare beer releases like Pliny the Elder on tap. The neighborhood of South Park is also just a rad place to kick it before the show. The record store, local bars, and food nearby provide quite a lot of options before a show.

— 5 out of 5, 2025-05-12

Awesome neighborhood bar with lots of activities. Every other Tuesday there are Sketch Parties where people draw on the paper that is taped to the tables.

— 5 out of 5, 2024-03-06

I like this place and have been to a couple of shows here. Good music, friendly bar tenders and great atmosphere. My only problem is that there is no real stage, so you see the performing bands at floor level, which makes it kinda awkward. They also have a disco ball that is on all the time, so if you are sensitive to this kind of these things. Booking has improved significantly, so many amazing shows in the last couple of months!

— 4 out of 5, 2022-02-18