Dobson's Bar & Restaurant
French, Californian, Seafood
956 Broadway Circle, San Diego, CA, 92101 | Phone: (619) 231-6771
Restaurant Information
- Prices $$
- Reservation Reservations Suggested
- Location exit 17 (Front St/Civic Center) southbound, 0.9 mi s to Broadway, just e, then just s;
- Parking Street only
- Cuisine French
- Hours
Lunch
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Dinner
Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
AAA Diamond Program
Trendy food skillfully presented in a remarkable setting.
Presentation, Ingredients, Preparation, Menu
Attentiveness, Knowledge, Style, Timeliness, Refinement
Style, Materials, Tables, Seating, Ambience, Comfort
AAA Diamond Inspector Notes
Opened in 1984 by Paul Dobson, this longtime favorite earned its reputation as a premier business-lunch destination, serving a French-inspired menu highlighted by its now world-famous mussel bisque. Classic entrées such as duck à l'orange, pork loin mignon, and grilled lamb chops showcase the restaurant's timeless appeal. Before you leave, take a moment to study the enigmatic clock mounted across from the bar—a curious conversation piece that has puzzled guests for decades. Can you figure out how it works?
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