Wilma's Carousel Bar

Name: Wilma's Carousel Bar
Address: 2401 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA, United States, 92101-1215
Telephone: (619) 255-7533
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

98 Reviews

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

24 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 17 times today

Great for happy hour
Great for creative cocktails
Charming

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 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
(619) 255-7533
Website
https://wilmascarouselbar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
2401 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101-1215
Area
Little Italy
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Happy Hour - Limited Menu
Multiple dates available
Sun - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm,Tue - Sat - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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

What 98 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

4.4Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wilma's Carousel Bar captivates with its "whimsical" ambiance and a "unique carousel theme" that enchants guests. The "delicious drinks" and "attentive service" consistently impress, while the "creative small bites" menu delivers delightful flavors. Perfect for celebrations or a memorable night out, this spot guarantees a "fun and one-of-a-kind" experience.

98 Reviews

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Catherine
VIP
San Diego
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
First time here. Super loud party celebrating a birthday at 5 pm (happy hour of course) and no regard for any other patron. Came here for dinner before theatre. Table too small for three people, should have been the booth. Server watched over me when paying the bill. I do not like pressure for a tip! The bill already has 4.8% to cover whatever the employer cannot cover. You hired them, pay them and cover their health insurance. Server not lot leave and at one point, I asked for a minute to determine tip. Tried to also get bartenders attention to pay the bill prior, and completely ignored me. Most like will not return - simply because its a been there done that. Thanks
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Xochitl
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cocktails are delicious bartenders are friendly, great decor and ambiance
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Maria
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a cute spot ! Great live music and service was excellent
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Michelle
VIP
Baja California
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went there to celebrate my birthday and got complimentary sparkling wine! the bartenders were also very kind and attentive the whole time:)
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Tricia
San Diego
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a really fun time at Wilma’s Carousel. The hostesses were very friendly and helpful. They made us feel so welcome! We got to sit at the carousel and it was really comfortable. The bar tenders were all very nice and helpful. The drinks were tasty. I tried both NA drinks and enjoyed both. The smashed Big Mac was absolutely delicious. Hubby had steak frites, but the steak was overcooked. It didn’t detract from a lovely evening. We will return and try some appetizers and dessert!
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Stacy
VIP
Las Vegas
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The most adorable bar ever!!! Got lucky & snagged a seat at the Carousel bar! Drinks were delicious & the ambiance is so enjoyable. I didn’t want to leave!
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Vanessa
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They only serve happy hour menu from 4-5pm. Had I known I wouldn’t have scheduled my reservation so early. There is no where on the menu and website that it mentions this.
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Emily
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bartenders were very knowledgeable and the food was wonderful. We were there for happy hour and it was perfect to celebrate my mom’s bday.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Baja California
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service 10/10
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Nicole
VIP
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Steak frites were mediocre and under seasoned, the environment and concept was unique but not worth going again
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Wilma's Carousel Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 98 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

24 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 17 times today

2401 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101-1215

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
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

Website
https://wilmascarouselbar.com/
Phone number
(619) 255-7533

Wilma's Carousel Bar

Make a booking

Dining areas

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Offers

Happy Hour - Limited Menu

Menu

What 98 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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