Padres Opening Day Food and Drink Specials

Let’s gooooooo Padres fans—Opening Day is Thursday, March 27! Whether you’re looking for a spot to pregame, a place with plenty of TVs, or the hottest Padres specials in town, San Diego has a place for everyone on Opening Day.


Lionfish

Lead off or close out your Padres game day at Lionfish, the sleek modern coastal eatery at Pendry San Diego that brings elevated flavors to your baseball experience!

Opening Day Special – The Pads Package ($25)

  • Duck Confit Nachos – Topped with cilantro aioli, pickled shallots, cotija cheese, and micro cilantro
  • Paired with a Bottle of Michelob ULTRA
Lionfish padres specials

More game-winning menu picks:

  • Fresh Oysters – Served with white balsamic mignonette & lemon ($39/dozen)
  • El Maniakz Sushi Roll – Spicy Baja crab, soft shell crab, Tajín-seared albacore, avocado, and macha ponzu ($27)
  • The Revival – A fresh and bubbly mix of Belvedere Vodka, St-Germain, basil syrup, lemon, cucumber juice, and CHANDON Sparkling Wine ($19)

For a stylish start or finish to game day, Lionfish knocks it out of the park!


El Chingon

The powerful one-two combo of Padres baseball and El Chingon’s “Bad Ass” Mexican game night experience is a home run every time!

Game Day Specials & Happy Hour:

  • $6 house margaritas
  • $9 “Bad Ass” micheladas
  • $5 rolled tacos and potato tacos
  • Happy hour: Monday–Friday, 2 PM–6 PM

Postgame Party Vibes:

  • Late-night taco and burrito specials
  • Live DJs, dancing, and high-energy entertainment
  • Party until 2 AM, Monday–Sunday

Win or lose, El Chingon keeps the Padres’ spirit alive with bold flavors, strong drinks, and the ultimate postgame fiesta!


Havana 1920

Celebrate Cuba’s baseball legacy with a festive pregame meal or postgame party at Havana 1920, Gaslamp’s go-to spot for authentic Cuban cuisine and classic rum cocktails.

Happy Hour Specials (Mon–Fri, 2–6 PM):

  • $7.50 Havana mojitos & Havana 1920 daiquiris
  • $2 Ham & cheese or chicken croquetas
  • $3 Papa rellenas (stuffed potatoes)
  • $4 Empanadas (ham & cheese, vegetarian, cubanita, or beef)
  • $12 Bocadito platter (ceviche, plantain chips, and more!)

Reverse Happy Hour (Fridays, 9 PM–midnight): Keep the party going after the final pitch with the same delicious deals!

Whether you’re fueling up before the game or celebrating a Padres win, Havana 1920 is a grand slam for baseball fans and food lovers alike!


Oxford Social Club

For those looking to party like a VIP, Oxford Social Club at Pendry San Diego brings electric nightlife, top-tier DJs, and craft cocktails to the postgame celebration.

Why Oxford?

  • Live DJs spinning the latest hits
  • Sophisticated cocktails in an intimate yet high-energy setting
  • Celebrity-friendly ambiance for ballers and fans alike

After the final pitch, keep the victory vibes alive at Oxford Social Club—where every Padres win turns into a legendary night!

Padres Opening Day Specials

Prohibition

For baseball fans longing for the glory days of the Babe, Gehrig, and Murderers’ Row, Prohibition offers a hidden speakeasy experience unlike any other in San Diego.

What to expect:

  • Live jazz for a throwback vibe
  • Handcrafted cocktails in a swanky, vintage setting
  • Speakeasy atmosphere—a perfect escape from the postgame crowds

After the final inning, sip, savor, and celebrate in true Roaring Twenties style at Prohibition!


barleymash

Located at the corner of Fifth & Market, barleymash is a go-to spot for Padres fans looking to pregame, postgame, or catch every inning on the big screens.

Why barleymash?

  • Rotating Draft Beers & Taps
  • Beer & Bourbon-Inspired Bites
  • Seasonal Giveaways & Activations

As they gear up to celebrate 13 years in May, this Gaslamp staple is ready to bring the energy all season long!

Meet you at barleymash—where every game is a party!


The Smoking Gun

Just one block from barleymash at Sixth & Market, The Smoking Gun is turning up the energy for Padres Opening Day and every game this season.

On Opening Day, you can enjoy $1 hot dogs with classic ballpark toppings and enter raffles for a chance to win Padres tickets, memorabilia, and jerseys.

Throughout the season, The Smoking Gun will keep the game-day vibes going with drink specials like $3.94 beers, “Bases Loaded” beer buckets, Padres Palomas, and City Connect cocktails.

Families are welcome too! Starting April 2, kids eat free with the purchase of an entrée (just mention “Kids Night”). Plus, the full-size arcade offers half-off gameplay Monday through Thursday from 3 PM to 7 PM.

Catch all the action, fuel up, and celebrate every win!


Puesto

Whether you’re inside Petco Park for Opening Day or catching the game at Seaport Village, Puesto has you covered with handmade tacos, fresh margaritas, and housemade cervezas!

Game Day Bites & Sips:

  • At Petco Park – Grab handmade tacos on organic non-GMO blue corn tortillas at the Puesto Taco Stand, or wrap up something delicious at the Puesto Burrito Stand! Don’t forget a Puesto Cadillac Margarita or Puesto Clara Cerveza to wash it all down.
  • At Puesto HQ (Seaport Village) – Not at the ballpark? No worries! Feast on Short Rib Quesabirria Tacos, Chicken Al Pastor Tacos, and Crab & Shrimp Flautas while toasting the season with a Puesto Perfect Margarita, Mango Margarita, or housemade cervezas.

Tacos, tequila, and Opening Day? Sounds like a home run!


The Deck at Moonshine Flats

Step up to The Deck at Moonshine Flats for an epic Opening Day celebration packed with Smokehouse BBQ, craft beers, and game-day vibes! Just a short walk from Petco Park, this Gaslamp Quarter hotspot is the perfect pregame or postgame destination.

Game Day Specials:

  • “5 for $30” Buckets – Bud Light & Michelob Ultra
  • “5 for $28” Buckets – Buena Cerveza & Holler & Swaller
  • Spirits Specials – Hooch Vodka, Cutwater Rum, Bulleit Bourbon, Cantera Negra Blanco & Casamigos Tequila

Snack on game-day bites like:

  • Pretzels with Mustard & Nacho Cheese
  • Beef Sliders
  • Half-Pound Hot Dog with Kettle Chips

Whether you’re rallying before first pitch or keeping the celebration going after a Padres win, The Deck delivers the perfect mix of energy, eats, and drinks all season long!

The Deck at Moonshine Flats

Duck Dive

Baseball is back, and Duck Dive is serving up Padres Gametime Specials all season long—whether you’re watching at home or cheering from the bar!

Food Specials:

  • Chicken Sliders & Wings – Buttermilk chicken sliders with pepper jack, pickles, greens & honey mustard, served with wings
  • Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Fries & Fried Pickles
  • $35 Homerun Platter – A game-day feast with fried pickles, wings, calamari, garlic parmesan duck fat fries & dipping sauces

Drink Specials:

  • $10 Boomstick – Maker’s Mark, ginger, lemon, honey & soda
  • $12 Shot + Beer Special
  • $35 High Noon Buckets

Big flavors, cold drinks, and a great place to catch every pitch—let’s go, Padres!


The Original 40 Brewing Company

North Park’s The Original 40 Brewing Company is celebrating Padres Opening Day with classic ballpark vibes. Stop by for $2 hot dogs and $5 pints of their Czech-style pilsner, “Czech In With Your Padre.” Doors open at noon, just in time to catch the 1:10 PM first pitch.

Voted Best Brewpub 2024 by San Diego Magazine readers, this spot is the perfect place to kick off baseball season with great beer and good company.


PRK 101

North County fans, this one’s for you! PRK 101 in Carlsbad offers 8,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor space, complete with an enormous LED Jumbotron—perfect for catching every Padres game.

Fuel up with house-smoked BBQ plates Friday through Sunday, or dig into BBQ-inspired favorites like Rodeo Barrel Nachos, Surf n Turf Fries, the Smoked Tri Tip Philly, and BBQ Chicken Salad. Pair it with a cold beer or a craft cocktail from their stacked drink menu.

Whether you’re celebrating Opening Day or posting up for a game all season long, this is the spot for North County fans.


The Blind Burro

Located just steps from Petco Park, The Blind Burro is your ultimate pregame and postgame destination for the Padres season. This Gaslamp Quarter hotspot has the vibes, tacos, and tequila to keep the energy high!

Game Day Special:

  • $15 Beer & Shot – Código Blanco Tequila + Estrella Jalisco Tallboy (Available all season long!)

Baja-Inspired Eats

  • Signature Baja-Style Tacos
  • Street Tacos & Tortas

Swing by The Blind Burro for a winning mix of game-day energy, great drinks, and unbeatable bites—all just a short walk from Petco Park!


Draft

Baseball and beach vibes? Yes please! Draft at Belmont Park is the ultimate game day destination with ocean views, 31-foot LED screens, and unbeatable specials!

Game Day Specials (Available every Padres game day!)

  • Buckets of Belmont Brews, Domestic Brews, Cutwater, & Nutrl Vodka Seltzers
  • Special deals on single cans of seltzers
  • Burger & Beer Combo – Any menu burger + 14oz draft beer for just $20

Watch the game in style with epic screens and coastal views!

Draft at Belmont Park

Nason’s Beer Hall

Make Nason’s Beer Hall at Pendry San Diego your home base for Padres season in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter! Back by popular demand, the Wagyu Beef Hot Dog—served with truffle aioli on a potato bun—returns for game days. Want to level up? Add a 1oz tin of Kaluga Royal Caviar.

New menu items also hit the lineup, including Lasagna Bites, Buffalo Chicken Sliders, the Nason’s Crunch Wrap, Birria Grilled Cheese, and a Wagyu Corn Dog.

With 23 big-screen TVs, 24 beers on tap, open-air windows, and bar games like cornhole and foosball, there’s no better spot to watch the game and soak up the Gaslamp energy!

Padres Opening Day Specials

Tajima Ramen

Just a short walk from Petco Park, Tajima Ramen East Village is the perfect pregame stop to fuel up before cheering on the Padres!

What to Eat

  • Steaming bowls of ramen with rich, house-made broths
  • Crispy pork gyoza
  • Savory karaage
Padres Opening Day Specials

Game Day Drink Specials

  • For every home game, all beers on tap are just $4—because great ramen deserves an ice-cold Japanese beer or sake!

Mezé Greek Fusion

Fuel up before first pitch at Mezé Greek Fusion, a Gaslamp favorite known for its modern Greek cuisine and bold flavors—just a short walk from Petco Park.

Game Day Specials

  • The Padriño – A grand slam of flavor featuring Cazadores Silver, fresh watermelon, lime, agave, and a Tajín rim ($17)
  • Double Play – A Pacifico or Michelob Ultra + a shot of Don Julio Blanco or Crown Royal ($12)
  • Beer & Shot Combo – Any beer from Mezé’s extensive list + a shot of Don Julio Blanco or Crown Royal ($9)

For delicious bites, unbeatable cocktails, and the perfect pregame energy, Mezé Greek Fusion is the place to be this Padres season!

Meze Greek Fusion

MooTime Creamery

Kick off Padres season with MooTime Creamery’s flavor of the month—Slam Diego Swirl! This home run combo features Brownie Batter Ice Cream, Caramel Ice Cream, Mini Marshmallow Baseballs, and Peanuts & Cracker Jacks, available March 27 to April 30.

Plus, Moochado is Back! Snap a pic with Moochado in your Padres gear, tag @mootimecreamery on Instagram, and enter to win a $100 Blue Bridge Hospitality gift card (valid at Village Pizzeria, Little Frenchie, Stake Chophouse & Bar, and more!). The giveaway runs March 27 to June 1.

Who’s ready for baseball and ice cream season?


Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Celebrate Opening Day in style at Hilton San Diego Bayfront, just steps from Petco Park! This exclusive pop-up with Made in San Diego lets fans gear up, grab a drink, and soak in the Padres spirit before the game.

Here’s what’s happening:

  • Pop-up merch shop – Score Made in San Diego gear, as worn by Manny Machado and Joe Musgrove!
  • Game day beer special – Enjoy Alesmith .394 for $3.94 at Hudson & Nash and Odysea Waterfront Lounge during every Padres home game.
  • Padres pride everywhere – The Hilton Bayfront lights up in Padres colors for the ultimate game day vibe.

Insider Tip: Get three hours of parking validation with any food or drink purchase!

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Happy Does

Padres fans, Happy Does in the Gaslamp Quarter is your go-to pregame and postgame spot this season! Just a short walk to Petco Park, this retro indoor-outdoor bar is where the good vibes keep rolling—before, during, and after the game.

Game Day Specials:

  • 5 for $35 – Buckets of Topo Chico Hard Seltzer
  • 5 for $30 – Buckets of Coors Light, Buena Cerveza & more
  • Drink deals on Crown Royale, Cutwater Rum, Casamigos Blanco & Cantera Negra Tequila

Game Hall Fun: Play FREE arcade games, darts, pickleball & more
Dog-friendly: Pups get pup-cup treats while you celebrate another Padres win!

Specials run all season long, starting Opening Day!

Happy Does

Patrick’s Gaslamp Pub

Patrick’s Gaslamp Pub is serving up killer drink specials and live music to keep the energy high!

Game Day Specials (until 7 PM)

  • $5 Pints of Guinness
  • $5 Espolòn Blanco Tequila & Skrewball Whiskey
  • $5 House Red & White Wine
  • $5 ALL Draft Beers

Live music + great drinks = the ultimate pregame!

Patrick's Gaslamp Pub

The Crack Shack

Nothing hits home quite like crispy fried chicken, an ice-cold beer, and America’s Favorite Pastime! The Crack Shack in Little Italy is the ultimate laid-back, open-air spot to catch the game, sip on craft cocktails, and feast on shareable Flock Meals with the whole squad!

The Crack Shack

Game Day Highlights:

  • Flock Meals – Bone-in fried chicken, fries, classic slaw, mini biscuits, chicken nuggets & cookies—perfect for game-day gatherings!
  • Craft Cocktails – Try The Cuckhold (Vodka, Passion Fruit, Strawberry, Lime) or Jack Rosen (Bourbon, Orchard Cherry, Grenadine, Lemon, Spiced Cherry Bitters)
  • Full bar + multiple TVs – Catch every inning with a drink in hand!
  • Kid-friendly – Play area keeps the little fans entertained while parents enjoy the game.

Fried chicken, baseball, and good vibes—what more do you need?


Far Corner

Just steps from Petco Park, Far Corner is bringing bold flavors, craft cocktails, and unbeatable game-day energy to the Gaslamp Quarter! Opening March 2025, this brand-new East Village spot will be the go-to for pre-game hype, post-game celebrations, and every inning in between.

What to Expect:

  • House-fermented dough pizzas & personalized calzones
  • Massive bar with local brews, cocktails & daily specials
  • Live DJ spinning postgame beats
  • Big-screen action & late-night vibes

Whether you’re grabbing a round before extra innings or celebrating a Padres win, Far Corner is set to be the spot where every game day starts—and every victory is toasted in style. Stay tuned for more details as Opening Day approaches!


Hotel Indigo

Located just blocks from Petco Park, Hotel Indigo San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is the place to be this Padres season! With two epic dining destinations, Borrego Rooftop Kitchen + Cocktails and Table 509 Bar + Kitchen, you can enjoy food and drink specials, unbeatable views, and game-day energy all season long.

Borrego Rooftop Kitchen + Cocktails

  • Pregame & postgame happy hour – Specialty bar snacks, discounted beers, and a refreshing Padres Punch
  • Customizable buckets of White Claw hard seltzers & beers
  • Unmatched rooftop vibes – Feel the energy of Petco Park with stadium views & electric game-day atmosphere

Table 509 Bar + Kitchen

  • Fans in Padres jerseys score $1 off beers on Opening Day!

Get in the game-day spirit at Hotel Indigo—whether you’re pregaming, celebrating a win, or soaking in the Petco Park buzz, this is your all-season spot for good drinks, great food, and unbeatable Padres energy!

Borrego rooftop

Sandbar

Get game day started the right way at Sandbar in Mission Beach! This Opening Day Pre-Game Party is the ultimate way to rally before heading to Petco Park.

$120 Ticket Includes:

  • Breakfast – Think breakfast burritos, hot dogs & chicken tenders
  • Open Bar – From 10 AM–11:30 AM
  • One-Way Party Bus – From Sandbar to Downtown SD
  • A Ticket to the Game!

Check-in starts at 10 AM. The bus leaves promptly at 11:30 AM. Get your ticket at Eventbrite

Good vibes, great drinks, and an epic ride to the game—what more could you ask for?


Hasta Mañana Cantina

Located just two blocks from Petco Park, Hasta Mañana Cantina is the perfect spot to fuel up before the first pitch or keep the celebrations going postgame.

Daily Happy Hour (3 PM–6 PM):

  • $5 Street Tacos
  • $8 Margaritas
  • $6 Wells, Drafts & Wine
  • ½ Off Tequila & Mezcal

Game Day Special: $10 Casamigos Margaritas during all home Padres games!

With 29 TVs and a lively atmosphere, this Gaslamp hotspot is a home run for Padres fans.

Catch the action, sip a margarita, and cheer on the Padres in style!


Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Located just a minute from Petco Park, Hard Rock Hotel San Diego is the perfect place to kick off or wrap up your game day. Opening weekend will feature live music at 207 Bar, with performances on Thursday, March 27, from 11 AM to 1 PM and Friday, March 28, from 3 PM to 5 PM.

Enjoy game day specials all season long, including $5 drafts before and during the game, as well as postgame for Petco Park employees who show their lanyards.

There’ll be $5 hotdogs, $10 nachos, plus the signature Slam Diego cocktail for $12.

For those looking to enhance their experience, the Pitch Perfect Kit, priced at $80, comes with a Petco Park-approved clear backpack filled with game day essentials. The kit includes items like Liquid I.V. hydration packs, sunscreen, Karl Strauss brews, mini Screwball Whiskey cans, and a variety of yummy snacks.

Padres Opening Day specials

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Just a 10-minute walk from Petco Park with stunning views of San Diego Bay, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina is offering a Game Day Stay Package for baseball fans.

Available for stays from March 27 through September 28, the package includes a stay in a Bay View King or Queen room, self-parking for one vehicle, and breakfast for two at Marina Kitchen to fuel up before the game.

You’ll also receive a game day welcome kit stocked with essentials like a stadium-approved clear bag, lip balm, sunscreen, hand sanitizer, and a portable utensil kit.

To set the perfect game day mood, house-made cinnamon sugar and chili lime chips, four .394 San Diego Pale Ales from AleSmith Brewing Company, and baseball-themed sugar cookies will be delivered straight to your room!

The Game Day Stay package starts at $464 per night. For more details or to book your stay, visit here.

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Vin De Syrah

Keep the Opening Day energy going at Vin De Syrah with a special after-party featuring DJ Swish on Thursday, March 27, from 5 PM to 9 PM.! Celebrate the start of the season with great vibes, craft cocktails, and a lively crowd at this unique underground lounge in the Gaslamp.

Don’t miss out—RSVP now to get on the guest list and cap off Opening Day in style.


See you there, San Diego!

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