Barrel Board Social

1027 University Ave, San Diego, United States Of America

🛍 Full, Wine, Cheese, American

4.5 💬 443 Reviews

Phone: +16199024646

Address: 1027 University Ave, San Diego, United States Of America

City: San Diego

Menu Dishes: 22

Reviews: 443

Website: http://www.barrelandboardsd.com/

"Overall, our server and bartender were very friendly, and the drinks were quite good. However, we were extremely disappointed with the cheese board. The selection of cheeses was not impressive at all. It featured a standard brie and a wine cheddar, both of which I could easily find at the grocery store. The most disappointing part was the third cheese, which was a parmesan-like cheese (I don’t remember the exact name), but it was mostly rind. When we pointed this out to our server, she acknowledged the issue and said she would replace it. Unfortunately, she became busy and forgot. When we gently reminded her, she returned to tell us that it was the last piece they had, which explained its small size, and she offered us an alternative. This was fine, but what frustrated us was that the kitchen or whoever was responsible thought it was acceptable to serve that cheese on a $32 cheese platter, just hoping nobody would complain. It’s just poor practice. Unfortunately, due to the quality of the cheese and this experience, we won’t be returning for food again. However, we might consider coming back for cocktails only."

Full menu - 22 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Build Your Own Board - Additional Sides

Starters

Good Food For Thought

Vegetarian Dishes

Sides

Salads

The Immaculate Collection

Main Course

Starter Salads

Heavenly Burgers

House Cocktails

Fish & Seafood

Side Dishes

Pasta

Share Plates

Dessert

Special Occasion Teas

"Celebrity Banquet" - Appetizers

Shareable Boards

ItaliaR ItaliaR

Always an amazing experience at Barrel and Board. The staff is so friendly and accommodating, the food and drinks are always incredible. We love coming here anytime we're in San diego.

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Greg
Greg

I visited for a birthday party and absolutely loved the atmosphere. They had a fantastic charcuterie board that was both delicious and satisfying, along with strong drinks. I can't wait to go back!


Katelin
Katelin

Very nice ambiance. Definitely good drinks and excellent boards. However, the food menu is definitely on the pricier side for the quality and flavor. Overall, a wonderful place for what they're well-known for.


Taylor’s
Taylor’s

The service was great. The food was delicious and the whole vibe/ambiance is beautiful. We will definitely be back! We chose chose a cheese board and the Mediterranean board and both were beautiful and delicious. View menu


AngelaR
AngelaR

This restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere and the wait staff is very friendly. The drink menu is enjoyable, especially the impressive selection of delicious mocktails. The chef's charcuterie board is top-notch for its presentation, flavor, and shareability.


Shayna
Shayna

We enjoyed a fabulous evening at Barrel and Board, beginning with a cocktail in the Board Room, followed by a delicious meal in the front dining area. We shared the fish tacos board. So good! We ended up back in the Board Room for another signature cocktail. It was the chchchcherry bomb!!!


Grant
Grant

The service from our waitress was absolutely excellent and she did a great job, but was the only server, and was acting as the bartender and making drinks. The board we received took a significant amount of time, and the extra amount for the meat on the board was not commensurate with the cost. The burger we received was small and was burnt on the outside, and the fries were cold, but I think they were cold because our waitress was the only one running tables. It was a great space for a bar, but not dinner. View menu


babalwa
babalwa

I had an experience almost identical to another recent reviewer which is quite concerning. Service was excellent. Mixed drinks and charcuterie were really good. Ambiance was ok. The rest...bad. Pad Thai tasted like cheese, nothing Thai about it. The burger was really bad. The patty was half the size of the bun, charred on the outside. I had emphasized “anything but well done” and sure enough, was well done. The burger was cold by the time it was served and had no flavor. The fries was cold and soggy. Took only a couple of bites. Couldn't eat the food. Left hungry. Overall, would not recommend.


Anon
Anon

It’s a shame to experience such poorly managed restaurant. I am a big supporter of local businesses so it pains me to post a review like this.The restaurant was not packed. The restaurant was understaffed and had not presence of leadership. To top off a bad experience, our party had an automatic tip applied which i am completely offended byeFood arrival took more than an hour and 3 our guests never got their food. There was no additional courtesy extended to our party of 12 during the lengthy wait. Heck bread and butter would have been the bare minimum to take the edge off from being hungry.When the food did arrive, it was mediocre. Someone actually ordered a bigger medium well. When the bur...


RyanD
RyanD

Overall, our server and bartender were very friendly, and the drinks were quite good. However, we were extremely disappointed with the cheese board. The selection of cheeses was not impressive at all. It featured a standard brie and a wine cheddar, both of which I could easily find at the grocery store. The most disappointing part was the third cheese, which was a parmesan-like cheese (I don’t remember the exact name), but it was mostly rind. When we pointed this out to our server, she acknowledged the issue and said she would replace it. Unfortunately, she became busy and forgot. When we gently reminded her, she returned to tell us that it was the last piece they had, which explained its sm... View menu

San Diego

San Diego

San Diego offers sunny beaches, a vibrant arts scene, and a diverse food culture with a focus on seafood, tacos, and craft beer, reflecting its rich Mexican influences.

Categories

  • Full Savor a delightful array of authentic flavors with our carefully curated menu. Indulge in a variety of dishes, crafted to perfection, offering something for every palate.
  • Wine A curated selection of fine wines from around the world, offering rich reds, crisp whites, and elegant rosés to pair perfectly with your meal. Savor each bottle's unique aroma, flavor, and complexity. View menu
  • Cheese A curated selection of artisanal cheeses from around the world, featuring diverse flavors and textures that delight the palate. Perfect for sharing or savored individually with the ideal accompaniments.
  • American Enjoy classic American flavors with our diverse menu, featuring juicy burgers, crispy fried chicken, hearty BBQ ribs, and fresh salads. Indulge in timeless comfort with each bite, crafted to satisfy all tastes.

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