Tucked discreetly behind a faux travel agency on Grand Avenue, Captain’s Quarters invites guests into a moody, maritime escape reminiscent of a 17th-century ship captain’s retreat. This Pacific Beach speakeasy merges theatrical ambiance with precision mixology and upscale small plates, all under a ceiling of stormy porthole projections and burnished brass accents.
The cocktail menu leans heavily into gin...yuzu tonic spritzes, pandan-infused highballs, and the signature “Gunwale” Old Fashioned...though the bar doesn’t shy away from bourbon, mezcal, or tequila variations for broader palates. Chef Brian Redzikowski’s food program balances whimsy and refinement, from caviar-topped smoked salmon poppers to halloumi fries and a hush-hush double-patty burger laced with harissa aioli.