Vogue Tavern — Restaurant in Chula Vista

I stopped by Vogue Tavern for a little happy hour after getting a haircut nearby. They offer happy hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 p.m., with an extra perk on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. When I walked in, there was a decent crowd enjoying the specials, which is always a good sign.

One of the things I love about their happy hour is the $5 margaritas with different flavor options—classic, mango, and even a spicy jalapeño version. For food, I ordered the chicken sliders, which were solid, and the bratwurst, which came with Dijon mustard. While the brat itself was good, it felt a bit plain—some grilled onions or another topping would’ve added more character.

While the food and drinks were enjoyable, the service was lacking. I had to flag down a bartender/server to take my order, which I understand since there were only two of them running the whole place. However, when my food arrived, I said thank you, and the server just walked away without a response. No one checked in after a few bites, and when I was ready to close out, I had to wait quite some time before getting the check.

As for the ambiance, the interior has a cool, masculine vibe, heavily influenced by Star Wars—there’s even a life-size Darth Vader statue and Star Wars-themed branding. There’s plenty of seating, including a few patio spots, and multiple TVs make it a solid spot to catch a game with friends. I also heard they’re working on opening a rooftop space, though they’re still waiting on permits. They used to have the best patio on Third Avenue, but unfortunately, that closed down post-COVID.

One highlight is their great German beer selection, which adds to their appeal. I’ll definitely be back, but I wouldn’t rush back, as the hospitality was just okay. A little more attentiveness from the staff would go a long way in elevating...

No service animals allowed...

I was taken a stroll through Chula Vista with my service dog in his big red vest. I recently moved here, and was looking for a place to relax have a drink and eat. I saw this bar that looked good to go and have a drink. I waited at the door for a couple of minutes, nobody came to me and as soon as I stepped inside I was rudely said that I couldn't come in with my dog, there are tables and chairs outside, where if offered and treated differently and respect, I would have gladly had my drink and looked at the menu to see what I could eat.

It is very discouraging that there are places like this with no proper training in how to treat people that have the necessity to have a service animal with them.

"Small" actions like this sometimes have a big impact on people who are going through difficulties, that just getting out of bed for a walk is such a struggle to only be treated unkindly. Didn't even want to try in other bar or restaurant, since I couldn't deal with another...

Extremely disappointing food came out ice cold Don't know if it was the fault of the waitress or the fault of the cook The waitress didn't seem interested in helping us seemed more concerned about the customer's outside and not the ones on the inside Food is overpriced for what you get They don't even have sauerkraut and they are a semi-german-based bar one of those specials comes with pickled carrots and pickles how does that even make sense I tried one of them It was disgusting like they just made it that morning and it didn't have a chance to marinate tasted awful and did not go with the bratwurst and pretzel at all completely throws off the taste of the plate You need to have sauerkraut with it This place is a complete embarrassment to anybody that likes German food I would definitely never go back and definitely discourage anybody from coming here you'll be greatly disappointed Hopefully with people being honest they can improve With time but I definitely would...