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Wilma's Carousel Bar, San Diego, CA

Wilma's Carousel Bar

4.8
4.8
110 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar
2401 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101-1215
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood 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 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 110 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wilma's Carousel Bar in San Diego offers a "unique and whimsical experience" with its captivating carousel theme. Guests rave about the "impeccable service," "delicious and expertly crafted cocktails," and "heavenly beignets." The vibrant ambiance and friendly staff ensure a memorable visit, making it a "must-try" destination for celebrations and casual outings alike.
110 Reviews
  1. Tara

    Los Angeles16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 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 March 15, 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 March 10, 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

    San Diego327 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 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 March 2, 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 March 2, 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 March 1, 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 March 1, 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 March 1, 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 February 28, 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 110 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Wilma's Carousel Bar

2401 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101-1215

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
  • 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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