Welcome to The Corner Drafthouse
Step into a spot where classic American flavors meet community charm. Located at 495 Laurel Street, our huge selection of beers, community atmosphere, trivia nights, hand-crafted cocktails, amazing food and incredible staff make us one of San Diego's favorite places to eat, drink, hang or watch a game.
Bold Bites, Fresh Finds
From the crave-worthy Grilled Chicken Club to the fiery Bang Bang Salmon Bowl and crowd-favorite Cubano, our menu brings the flavor. Dive into vibrant salads, stacked nachos, and options for every lifestyle—vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free. We craft everything from scratch using locally sourced, high-quality ingredients.
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Order From Our Website
Order right here on our website for the fastest way to get your favorites—hot, fresh, and just the way you like ‘em. No app-hopping, no drama. Just good food, real quick.
A Visual Feast
From the golden crunch of the nacho stack to the vibrant, fresh layers of the SoCal salad, every dish is crafted to stand out. Each image showcases the care, color, and creativity behind every plate.
Crafted to Perfection
Sip on something special with our lineup of handcrafted cocktails. From timeless classics to bold originals, each drink is mixed with care and creativity. Explore our full list of custom libations and find your new favorite pour—whether you're winding down or turning up, there's a cocktail with your name on it.
Sip, Savor, Celebrate
We'd Love to Cater Your Next Event!
Planning a party, office lunch, or special gathering? Our catering brings classic American favorites straight to your event with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and crowd-pleasing dishes like the Cubano, SoCal Salad, and Nacho Stack. Enjoy the same quality and care we serve in-house—now delivered to your celebration with ease and flavor to spare.
Sustainability Is In Our DNA
We at the Corner Drafthouse strive to provide our guests with seasonally appropriate responsibly sourced ingredients whenever possible. We proudly support many local and regional farmers and take great pride in those relationships. See our partners below.
What our guests are saying
I went to a work event happy hour and love the drinks, staff service, and atmosphere. We weren’t crowded or rushed to leave either.
Greg K
Came in for lunch after a stroll in Balboa Park. We were seated immediately and offered drinks right away. The fig burger was delicious.
Cherilyn J.
Good place for American Food with a good selection of Craft Beers and Cocktails.
Alex M.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Chicken Tenders, Fish, Grilled Cheese, Pulled Pork, Burrata, Pancakes, Coleslaw, Fish Taco, Chicken Sandwich, Benedict, Bar Food, Buffalo Cauliflower, Nachos, Mini Burger, Salmon, Fries, Dessert, Tuna Melt, BBQ Bacon Burger, Chilaquiles, Burgers, Wings, Bread Pudding, Tacos, Brunch, Bacon Burgers, Vegetarian Food, Grilled Chicken, French Fries, Slider, Fish Tacos, Breakfast Sandwich, Seafood, Ice Cream, Chicken Wings, American Food, Brussels Sprouts, BBQ, Chicken Salad, Mushroom Burger, Bacon Burger, Hot Chicken, Cobb Salad, Salads, Breakfast Burrito, Shrimp, Burger, Breakfast Tacos, Ribs, Burritos, Frittata, Onion Rings, and Sliders
Where are you located?
We are located in San Diego, CA at 495 Laurel St
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Old Town San Diego, South Park, University Heights, Overlook, Balboa Park, Coronado, Morena, National City, Downtown, Greater Golden Hill, Reserve, Fleetridge, La Playa, Sunset Cliffs, Uptown, Barrio Logan, Old Town San Diego, Azure Vista, Midway-Pacific Highway, North Park.
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