About Sid's Bar
Sid’s Bar is a standout live music venue on El Centro St in San Diego, CA, where electric performances, a lively atmosphere, and great hospitality come together for unforgettable nights out. Known for hosting live music in a welcoming setting, Sid’s Bar gives guests a place to enjoy talented performers, social energy, and the kind of experience that keeps music lovers coming back. With an on-site bar, restroom access, wheelchair-accessible car park, and wheelchair-accessible entrance, this San Diego live music venue is designed for comfort as well as entertainment. Backed by a 4.90-star rating from 18 reviews, Sid’s Bar has built a strong reputation for memorable shows, friendly service, and a local nightlife experience that feels both exciting and easy to enjoy. To discover the live music venue experience at Sid’s Bar in San Diego, CA, visit us on El Centro St and see why so many guests choose us for great performances and a vibrant night out.
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Customer Reviews
Went to a show, got drunk, all in the neighborhood. What’s not to like?
Great cocktail and vibes
Good place good people great atmosphere
Cool building, good drinks, and I got to listen my favorite KCRW DJ Boogie Boudreaux spin vinyl one night.
Absolutely gorgeous little bar adjacent to the new auditorium. Friendly staff and yummy cocktails. So glad to have this place in the neighborhood.
Everyone at sids is cool. They're like the person that walks on the street and you look at them and you're like I'll bet you. Their collection of smut is really impressive and strange and nuanced. That's what it's like. Whenever I walk in this place. There's a bouncer. She's a very sweet girl but I asked her once. Did …
So stoked on Sid’s Bar! Great addition to South Pas. Great vibes, music and drink selection. Welcome to the neighborhood!
This place is rad. Wild to catch Ty Segal doing a DJ set in the bar. Really nice cocktails. Great atmosphere. This is what South Pasadena needed. It's what the whole area of SGV needed.
Total win for south pas. Beautiful job restoring this old school/admin building. Should give any California public school graduate the chills (this was the model for the open hallway model used by most California schools). Bathrooms are exquisite. Cocktails are lovely. Villas tacos is coming soon. Can't wait to see a show here! Support your local independent venue!
Coolest spot in LA right now! A schoolroom turned bar, complete with stage and all, this spot is cozy and culturally important. IYKYK: “Detention” every Saturday night from 7-12am with legendary musician Naeem Juwan
