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Spectacular San Diego Fourth of July Celebrations

San Diego is the spot to celebrate 4th of July! With sunny skies, coastal views and ample spots to watch the fireworks, there couldn’t be a more ideal location to raise a glass and toast to Independence Day! Check out the below locations to decide where you and your friends and family should celebrate and commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776!

Cue the new Boardwalk Boom 4th of July Celebration – enjoy a front row seat to the Big Bay Boom fireworks show on San Diego’s Boardwalk when an exclusive seating area on Sally’s Fish House & Bar’s front patio is reserved. Fit for five people, sit back and relax while watching the largest display of fireworks on the West Coast. Spend a minimum of $500 on food & beverage for the evening and enjoy locally sourced seafood, craft cocktails and California fine wines. Ticket price of $100 reserves a seating area and remaining $400 of minimum is paid at event check-in. Private seating area will be available beginning at 7 p.m. followed by fireworks beginning at 9 p.m.

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
As fireworks fly over the sparkling waters of Mission Bay, sit back and relax on the sandy beach at the newly renovated Paradise Point Resort & Spa. Reserve a bonfire pit complete with a s’mores kit for the perfect summer 4th of July celebration, or enjoy the fireworks from the outdoor patio of signature restaurant, Tidal, featuring stunning bay views. 

Rancho Bernardo Inn 

Located in picturesque North County, San Diego, Rancho Bernardo Inn offers families special festivities for Fourth of July on Wednesday, July 4 including the following at Santiago Pool:
  • All American BBQ from 11am – 2pm
  • Kids Activities from 12pm- 3pm
  • Dive-Inn Movie at 8pm


Top of the Hyatt

Take in the Big Bay Boom Fireworks show from 40 stories above the San Diego Bay at the tallest waterfront hotel on the West Coast, offering unrivaled views. Join Manchester Grand Hyatt in Top of the Hyatt from 6 – 10 p.m. to celebrate 4th of July. Delight in sips including unlimited beer, wine, champagne and premium liquor from the bar and dining on BBQ cuisine from the themed dinner buffet. The celebration continues inside with a festive atmosphere and free event parking in Grand Hyatt San Diego’s garage, based on availability. The event is ages 21+. Seating is limited; reserve your seat here.

The Smoking Gun

Get the celebration started early, as The Smoking Gun will be opening at 11:00 a.m. for brunch on the 4th of July! Nosh on barbecue-style Brisket Hash N Eggs, with bell peppers, poblano chiles, Brandt Farms Smoked Brisket, eggs and a bbq au jus, and sip on the American Trigger Finger specialty cocktail, a mix of vodka, passionfruit, ancho reyes, lime, float of Campari and pink Himalayan salt.

Woodstock’s Pizza

This Fourth of July, Woodstock’s Pizza is keeping up with their annual sweet tooth smackdown with their Red, White, and Blue Cinnabread! This warm dessert pie is smothered in brown sugar, cinnamon and gooey icing with blueberries and strawberries on top. Skip the hassle and let Woodstock’s do the grilling this year with their BBQ Bird Pizza, a surefire hit for friends and family with BBQ chicken, freshly sliced red onions, crispy bacon, and a tasty barbecue sauce. Sweeten the deal with Woodstock’s Wednesday Happy Hour from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. with 50% off pitchers of frosty brews!

Osetra Seafood & Steaks
Sophisticated Gaslamp dining destination Osetra Seafood & Steaks has crafted an unforgettable dessert that will leave you seeing fireworks! In addition to their unforgettable à la carte dishes and unrivaled wine selection, Osetra has crafted a patriotic dessert worthy of the occasion with their Flaming Lava Cake, a chocolate lava cake filled with decadent melted chocolate and accompanied by vanilla gelato. This Fourth of July, the cake will be set ablaze as it reaches your table, topped with red and blue berries for American flair!

Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood
Nothing screams “America” quite like a juicy steak! Celebrate our country with an upscale dining experience at Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood, a landmark of the Gaslamp Quarter for nearly 20 years. In addition to their legendary menu, Greystone will be offering $4 Firework Shots to start your Fourth of July festivities! Sweeten the deal with an indulgent Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake dessert with local berries and a special beer flight of Red Trolley, St. Archer White, and Blue Moon for the day!

Spill the Beans

This Gaslamp District spot, known for having the best bagels in San Diego, will be offering red, white and blue Patriotic Bagels on the 4th of July. Go ahead and treat yourself by also indulging in a piece of red, white and blue layered dessert cake, with fresh strawberries, blueberries and whipped cream.

Nautilus Tavern

This La Jolla neighborhood bar and grill will be grilling up mouthwatering burgers and ribs, served with potato salad and barbecue baked beans, on the back patio all day during the 4th of July! In house specials on drinks and shots will also be available, and Chef Shelly Velez will be selling her tasty, signature bbq sauce (for only $6) for you to use at your next at-home barbecue.

The Duck Dive

Located just steps from the sand, Pacific Beach’s premier lounge and eatery wants to say ‘Thank you for your service’ by offering a 20% discount on tabs with a military ID. Come enjoy brunch, lunch or dinner, or sip on a refreshing cocktail like the Cucumber Lemonade, with cucumber-infused Absolut Elyx, lemon, fresh mint and agave.

Pacific Beach Fish Shop

San Diego’s go-to spot for casual dining and the freshest fish in the area will be offering two special dishes for the 4th of July. Celebrate with Firecracker Shrimp Tacos, topped with cabbage, mixed cheese, pico de gallo and a chipotle aioli drizzle, and an order of Seafood Jalapeno Poppers, both of which will be available all week long!Mavericks Beach Club

Kick off your 4th of July celebration at PB’s newest beach bar with party favors, décor, a photo wall and Bomb-Pops by the plenty! There will be a DJ spinning beats all day and a special buffet menu with burgers, brats, chili and watermelon, among other tasty cookout treats.

Miss B’s Coconut Club

Have a shucking good time at Miss B’s for the 4th of July with their $1 oyster bar, which will be set up outside of Mission Beach’s staple Caribbean-style restaurant. They will also feature $5 Absolut Peppar Oyster Shooters from 5 p.m. until they sell out. And don’t forget to wash it down and stay cool with their Coldada America cocktail special. This red, white and blue frozen adult beverage is even topped with a Patriotic Firecracker Pop! Doesn’t get “cooler” than that!

Park 101

With a perfect view of the Carlsbad fireworks display from the Tamarack Deck, Park 101 will be the place to hang out this 4th of July. Enjoy the open-air atmosphere, along with food and drink specials available throughout the day!

Pacific Beach AleHouse

Sparkle this 4th of July at Pacific Beach AleHouse and enjoy $10 Rocket Pop-tails paired with the location’s stunning ocean views, or get hoppy with their house-brewed American Lager for only $5. Whether you come for the energetic atmosphere or patriotic vibes, you’re sure to have an unforgettable 4th of July at this Pacific Beach gem.

Union Kitchen & Tap Gaslamp

Head to the lively Gaslamp District this 4th of July for Union Kitchen & Tap’s line-up of festivities suited to the occasion. Curb your appetite with celebratory food and drink specials before diving into the mix of fun-filled shenanigans taking place before and after your favorite San Diego fireworks show. Sip bottomless mimosas from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and finish the night off right with a live DJ from 10 p.m. to close!

Backyard Kitchen & Tap

Join Backyard Kitchen & Tap’s patriotic celebration and enjoy a slew of specials! Head to Backyard on the 3rd to get a head start on the revelry, and delight in a build-your-own taco bar from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., $5 Pacifico, Modelo and Corona, and $8 Don Julio shots. Get your dance on with DJ’s spinning from 4 p.m. to close to finish the night right. Keep the party going on the 4th with brunch from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., including drink specials such as $7 Tito’s Bloody Marys and $4 Budweiser drafts. Be sure to stick around for their specialty BKYD BBQ from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. and more DJ action from 1 p.m. to close!

Waterbar

Jump right into Independence Day festivities at Waterbar in Pacific Beach, and delight in ocean-front dining matched with specials suited to the occasion. Kick off the celebration on July 3rd with Waterbar’s July 4th Warm-Up, and savor three Street Tacos filled with chicken, fish or beef barbacoa for only $7.95, or $3 each, and wash it all down with $7 Don Julio Blanco Margaritas, $4 Budweiser drafts, and $5 Pacifico and Modelo drafts. Head into July 4th fully warmed up, and start the day off with live music from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. paired with food specials, Jack Daniel’s and Tito’s Slushies, and Firecracker Pop-tails. Be sure to don your finest July 4th garb for the chance to win a Jack Daniels Surfboard, which will be bestowed to the person with the most patriotic outfit!

Union Kitchen & Tap Encinitas

Be sure to hit up Union Kitchen & Tap in Encinitas on July 3rd for taco and tequila specials, $4 Bud bottles and $5 PBR tall boys, and stick around for their “Aint That America” party, which will feature all-American tunes and patriotic vibes. Let the party continue on July 4th with brunch from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., including bottomless mimosas, followed by live music from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Bub’s @ the Beach

Spend the 4th at Bub’s and enjoy fingerlickin’ wing specials sure to heat up your Independence Day celebration! From 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., dive into a basket of wings tossed in one of their specialty sauces, such as Thai Red Curry, Caribbean Jerk, Spicy Teriyaki and plenty more, for half-off! Wash it down with $4 Jameson, Fireball, Bud, Bud Light and Goose IPA. Looking for a 4th of July themed cocktail? Check out their ‘Merica Mule, made with American Honey whiskey, fresh lime, bitters, and ginger beer, available for the entire month of July.

Hiatus Lounge

Want to skip the crowded beaches? Head to Hiatus Lounge at Hotel La Jolla and relax poolside. The outdoor oasis will be open 4th of July offering happy hour all day. Lounge poolside, or grab one of the plush seats throughout and order bites from Cusp’s kitchen starting at $5. Glasses of draft beer and house wine will also be $5.

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