Crossroads at House of Blues® is a lively restaurant and bar located on Fifth Ave in San Diego’s downtown business district inside the world-famous House of Blues. It features a tantalizing new menu created by celebrity chef and Food Network star, Aarón Sanchez. Enjoy signature dishes such as shrimp & grits, short rib meatball sliders and fire-grilled flatbreads plus some new twists on House of Blues favorites like jambalaya, slow-smoked pulled pork, signature burgers, salads and steaks. It’s food that's bold and classic yet contemporary. Open nightly for dinner, Crossroads at House of Blues is truly the place where food, music & art intersect!

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51 Current Reviews

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

(51 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 51 reviews

5 stars

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4 stars

(17)

3 stars

(12)

2 stars

(1)

1 star

(1)

Food

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego Reviews List

Review 1 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent overall

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/22/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Enjoyed the restaurant experience! Good food and great atmosphere! I will definitely be back"

Dined on 5/22/2013

Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 2 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

good food

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/29/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food was very good. But the service was below par. They didn't have a greeter at each entrance. People walked in and had to seat themselves. Only seen one waitress. The place was not crowded."

Dined on 4/29/2013

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 3 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great dining prior to concert.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2013

2010

Dined on 04/13/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great dining prior to concert. The cornbread was fabulous."

Dined on 04/13/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

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Review 4 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We came here before a show

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/10/2013

2010

Dined on 04/10/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We came here before a show and did the pass the line deal where you spend $20 per person to pass the line for the concert. It was a great deal! The happy hour goes from 4-7pm and was GREAT. It was almost hard to get it to $20 a person and we each had 4 beers and dinner! Great service, good food and great prices. This all started my awesome night!"

Dined on 04/10/2013

2010

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 5 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was amazing. My sister

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/10/2013

2012

Dined on 04/10/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was amazing. My sister and I ordered off the happy hour menu, which had a great variety and was priced perfectly. I would definitely recommend going there with a group of friends for happy hour or dinner. We ate in the dining area which had a delightful ambiance, but the bar area looked really nice too...it was very full though because of the concert that night."

Dined on 04/10/2013

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

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Review 6 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Horrible Food, Good Service.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/10/2013

2013

Dined on 04/10/2013

2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"worst food we've ever had. we went down for dinner before a concert and ordered the voodoo shrimp, steak & chicken street taco's, & the chipotle corn chowder. not one thing was good. Apparently it doesn't pay to have their menu revamped by a renown chef when their quality control isn't in play. the tables could be a little bigger and it was a little to dark as well.The staff was very nice though and the décor was cool."

Dined on 04/10/2013

2013

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Review 7 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Pretty decent New Orleans-inspired

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2013

2009

Dined on 03/31/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Pretty decent New Orleans-inspired food. Usually attracts a party crowd there for a concert, and music (good music, at least) play constantly. Definitely an "event" restaurant, not a place to go for a quiet eat."

Dined on 03/31/2013

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene

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Review 8 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Came for the concert

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2013

2013

Dined on 03/30/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Spinach dip is very spinachy but it was good, the chips could have been a little fresher though. I ordered the pulled pork and while I prefer a BBQ sauce, the tomato sauce wasn't horrible. I didn't have any complaints overall and since we spent enough money we got pass the line passes (which we ended up towards the end lol). Overall, good experience. The cheesecake was delicious!!"

Dined on 03/30/2013

2013

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Review 9 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Food and Service

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/01/2013

2013

Dined on 04/01/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had never dined at a House of Blues before! We were pleasantly surprised. Food was great. Our family had Salmon, NY Strip and a Burger. We asked the server what people come back for and he highly recommended the chicken. We had chicken the night before so opted for something different. Also, the best surprise of the night was the "Pass the Line" option if you spent $20 per person, you got to get in the "Pass the Line" line for the concert. We were the fourth group to get in. Our daughter showed up late for the concert. Doors opened at 7, we got right in, she didn't get in until an hour later."

Dined on 04/01/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 10 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Loud (as expected) but enjoyable.

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OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/28/2013

2006

Dined on 03/28/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Loud (as expected) but enjoyable. Food was very good, good variety on menu. The happy hour specials were great appetizers"

Dined on 03/28/2013

2006

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Review 11 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

The hostess seemed confused

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2013

2013

Dined on 03/30/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The hostess seemed confused when told of the reservation; she told us to wait in the bar, since we'd arrived 10 minutes early, and said she'd come find us at the reservation time. She did not. I checked on table & she said it was ready, then led us back to a table in the bar, where we'd just been. Did not get approached for 10 minutes after that. It took about an hour to get two burgers and fries. Burgers were fine, but not spectacular. The band in the bar was good, but the noise level was crushingly loud."

Dined on 03/30/2013

2013

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Review 12 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

awesone bday

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/25/2013

2013

Dined on 03/25/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Our waitress wa wonderful. She made our family feel welcome. She also made my husband's birthday memorable one. She went out of her way to take pictures of us. The food was delicious. The service was excellent. The staff was positive. We will def come back. Awesome night and great time.thanks."

Dined on 03/25/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 13 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The staff was great, the food

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/23/2013

2013

Dined on 03/23/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The staff was great, the food was good. It was a nice time. The food prices were high for the food but it was decent. The key lime pie was delish."

Dined on 03/23/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, hot spot

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Review 14 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The bands were great especially

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/17/2013

2013

Dined on 03/17/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The bands were great especially the California Sirens from the recreational music center- not too loud and very good!!!"

Dined on 03/17/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 15 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

great if you're going for

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/17/2013

2002

Dined on 03/17/2013

2002

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"great if you're going for a show ... food's okay; but it's not a place i'd chose just for the food."

Dined on 03/17/2013

2002

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Review 16 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great shrimp po' boy outside

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/07/2013

2011

Dined on 03/07/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great shrimp po' boy outside of Louisiana!"

Dined on 03/07/2013

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for lunch, hot spot

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Review 17 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

had a great time, took a little

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/03/2013

2012

Dined on 03/03/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"had a great time, took a little time for food, food was great, I will say, your girls that are dropping of food NEED to know there table numbers!!! we got someone else's food, and happen to notice that when bringing out the food couple of the girls did'nt know where to go, we had ordered the same thing minus the french fries, but thought the kitchen made the mistake, our server quickly made a recovery for the other table. The food was really good, thank you, I would go back."

Dined on 03/03/2013

2012

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 18 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a great time before we

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/27/2013

2013

Dined on 02/27/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Had a great time before we entered the performance. Server was attentive and helpful"

Dined on 02/27/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies

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Review 19 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Not a romantic place to take

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2013

Dined on 02/16/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Not a romantic place to take a date and definitely not what I expected from the info on the website. Interesting place though. Over priced"

Dined on 02/16/2013

2013

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 20 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This place made you feel like

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/12/2013

2012

Dined on 02/12/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This place made you feel like you were out of town. Great place..."

Dined on 02/12/2013

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

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Review 21 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good happy hour, friendly

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/09/2013

2009

Dined on 02/09/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Good happy hour, friendly aervice Even for our large group..."

Dined on 02/09/2013

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find

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Review 22 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Free bands in the evening,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/08/2013

2007

Dined on 02/08/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Free bands in the evening, check their schedule"

Dined on 02/08/2013

2007

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem

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Review 23 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

This is in the House of Blues.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/31/2013

2011

Dined on 01/31/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This is in the House of Blues. The food was good, but the service was spotty at best. I had the Lobster Mac & Cheese. Served in a cast iron skillet. The lobster meat was plentiful and not rubbery. If you are going to a concert, and you spend $20 dollars. Make sure that you get your receipt stamp as it will allow you to cut the line."

Dined on 01/31/2013

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups

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Review 24 for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Went to the restaurant because

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/27/2013

2004

Dined on 01/27/2013

2004

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Went to the restaurant because we were going to a show at the House of Blues. Wouldn't otherwise go to the restauarant. The food is mediocre at best."

Dined on 01/27/2013

2004

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot

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Ratings-Only Reviews for Crossroads at House of Blues - San Diego

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

3 out of 3 recommend this product

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