Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar

4.4

1445 Reviews

$30 and under

Prime Rib

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Bully's East is conveniently located in the heart of Mission Valley. As you enter, you feel the warmth of the rich mahogany bar. Locals have been gathering here for four decades to enjoy their favorite beverages and great bar food. It's also the perfect place to view a sporting event. Since its establishment, Bully's East has served more prime rib than any other San Diego restaurant, preparing only USDA Choice, Midwestern, corn-fed, aged beef. It also offers many healthy dining options. Chef Adam Johnson and his culinary staff continually create new dishes, taking advantage of the freshest local produce and seafood to bring diners the best possible culinary experience. Enjoy fine dining in this relaxed environment with over 45 years of experience and tradition. Make sure you save room for Bully's sinful desserts.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Prime Rib, Steakhouse, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 291-2665
Website
http://www.bullyseastsd.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Adam Johnson
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or having a corporate get together, Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar has two rooms that can accommodate large parties. Please contact the restaurant directly for information. 619-291-2665

Location
2401 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
Area
Mission Valley
Cross Street
Texas Street
Parking details
There are 61 marked parking spaces and two handicap spaces available for our patrons. In addition to Bully's East parking lot there are two lots located above and below Bully's East that offer parking after 5pm.
Public transit
Located on Texas Street directly out front of Bully's East there are two bus stops, one heading South up Texas Street and one heading North down towards Qualcomm Way.
Entertainment
Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar entertainment are the 13 TV screens that show all seasonal sporting events throughout the year. Long time supporters of all local San Diego sports teams.
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

CalamariUS$13.50
Panko + cocktail + sauce + lemon
Baked BrieUS$15.00
Puff pastry + apple-brandy cream + apples + almonds + crostini
Seared Ahi* **US$16.00
Cajun + tsume + greens + soy-balsamic + avocado + ginger + wasabi + wonton
Crab Stuffed MushroomsUS$13.00
Melted provolone + rosemary-mushroom sauce
Oysters on Half Shell*US$23.00
Mignonette + cocktail sauce + lemon
Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$17.00
U15 wild mexican whites + cocktail sauce + lemon
Filet MeatballsUS$14.00
Filet + whiskey peppercorn + bacon + chives + brioche toast
Kung Pao WingsUS$15.00
Sticky rice + spinach + peanuts + chives
Crab CakesUS$23.00
Confit tomatoes + balsamic pearls + beurre blanc + micro basil
Fried Artichoke HeartsUS$11.00
Panko + garlic aioli

Prime Rib / Steaks / Seafood

W/ dinner salad or soup of the day + 1 side. Add horseradish crust $3.50, add whiskey peppercorn sauce $3.50, (3) shrimp scampi $11, 4-5oz. cold water lobster tail $23, 1/2 lb. Alaskan king crab legs (market price), bleu cheese-chive butter $3, roasted bone marrow butter $3

2 Lobster TailsUS$41.00
4-5oz cold water + broiled + drawn butter + lemon
King Crab Legs
Alaskan + 1lb + drawn butter + lemon
- Market Price

Choice Corn Fed Mid-Western Aged Beef

Add horseradish crust $3.50, add whiskey peppercorn sauce $3.50, (3) shrimp scampi $11, 4-5oz. cold water lobster tail $23, 1/2 lb. Alaskan king crab legs (market price), bleu cheese-chive butter $3, roasted bone marrow butter $3

8oz. Horseradish Crusted Prime RibUS$38.75
8oz. Blackened Prime RibUS$38.75
8oz. Regular CutUS$36.00
11oz. Half CutUS$47.75
16oz. Full Cut
- Market Price
38oz. "Beast"
- Market Price

Choice Mid-Western Beef

14oz. New YorkUS$39.00
16oz. Bone In RibeyeUS$42.00
8oz. Filet MignonUS$41.75
"Nooner" 8-oz Teriyaki Skirt SteakUS$23.00

Burgers / Sandwiches / Classics

W/ dinner salad or soup of the day + 1 side

The Bully Burger**US$16.00
Chuck + lettuce + tomato + red onon + bullys spread + onion roll
- W/CheeseUS$17.00
Prime Rib DipUS$20.00
Shaved roasted prime rib + onion roll + au jus + horseradish sauce
Pub BurgerUS$19.00
Flat top wagyu beef patty + bacon-onion jam + gruyere cheese + arugula + pretzel bun
Prime Rib MeltUS$22.00
Sourdough + caramelized onions + provolone + au jus + horseradish sauce
Nashville Hot Halibut SandwichUS$19.00
Local california halibut + lettuce + tomato + cucumber + hot chili oil + garlic aioli + Kaiser bun
Seared Ahi SandwichUS$21.00
Seared rare ahi + pineapple slaw + gochujang aioli + kaiser bun
Steak and EnchiladasUS$26.00
Teriyaki steak + (2) cheese enchiladas + red sauce
(4) BBQ Prime Rib BonesUS$21.00
Beef + hickory BBQ sauce

Entrees

No substitutions

Fish N ChipsUS$20.00
Ale tempura + seasoned shoestring potatoes + cole slaw + tartar + malt vinegar
Dry Aged Duroc Pork ChopUS$30.00
Braised kale + creamy goat cheese polenta + apple cider-mustard reduction
Grilled Scottish SalmonUS$37.00
Wilted spinach + root vegetable hash + blackberry & guajillo gastrique

Salads

Bistro**US$13.50
Field greens + gorgonzola + pine nuts + grape tomatoes + balsamic vinaigrette + roasted bell pepper + crispy onion haystack
- NY StripUS$19.00
- Chicken BreastUS$16.50
- (5) ShrimpUS$19.00
Caesar**US$12.50
Romaine hearts + shaved parmesan + garlic crostini
- Teriyaki SteakUS$20.00
- Chicken BreastUS$15.50
- (5) ShrimpUS$18.00
WedgeUS$12.50
Iceberg + bacon + tomatoes + red onion + bleu cheese crumbles

Side Dishes

Elotes (Mexican Corn)US$7.00
Brussels SproutsUS$6.50
BroccoliniUS$6.50
Mac N CheeseUS$6.50
Baked PotatoUS$7.00
Seasoned Shoestring PotatoesUS$5.00
Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$6.00
Steak FriesUS$5.00
Cup of SoupUS$6.00
Bowl of SoupUS$8.50
French Onion GratineeUS$6.50
House Dinner SaladUS$7.00
Caesar Salad
In place of dinner salad
- AddUS$6.00
Wedge Salad
In place of dinner salad
- AddUS$6.00

Desserts

Carrot CakeUS$13.00
Cream cheese frosting + walnuts + shaved white chocolate
Mud PieUS$12.00
Mocha almond ice cream + oreo cookie + fudge + whipped cream + chocolate + nuts
Crème BruleeUS$10.00
Vanilla bean + sugar in the raw + strawberry
New York Style CheesecakeUS$9.00
Mixed berry compote
Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse CakeUS$14.00
Callebaut chocolate base + peanut butter mousse + chocolate ganache

What 1,445 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar delights with "great food and exceptional service." This classic spot offers hearty comfort food, including a "magical" prime rib experience. Guests appreciate its "reliability" and "consistent quality." Despite occasional service hiccups, Bully's remains a cherished destination for "memorable" dining and "great prices."

1,445 Reviews

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GianniP
VIP
Mexico City
38 reviews
3.0
38 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The Management Totally sucks. They treat their employees & guest really poorly. They don’t value at all the people that make the restaurant work, Customers & wait staff!
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Robert
San Diego
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Fantastic Experience at Bully’s East Prime Bistro Sports Bar! Bully’s East is hands down one of the best spots in San Diego! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that blends the perfect mix of casual comfort and upscale dining. The prime rib is absolutely top-notch—tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Their menu offers something for everyone, from juicy burgers to fresh seafood, and the portions are generous. The craft cocktails and extensive beer selection make it a great place to unwind and catch a game on one of their many screens. The service? Outstanding! The staff is friendly, and attentive, and truly makes you feel like a VIP. Whether you're here for a game, a date night, or just great food, Bully’s East delivers every time! Highly recommend it—this place is a San Diego gem! 🥩🍻🏈
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Tom
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had the large cut of prime rib, it was very soft and tender, good food
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Ron
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Mark was the best We were celebrating our 25 wedding anniversary
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KEITH
San Diego
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Ordered prime rib and Lobster and it lacked in preparation, seasoning and presentation needless to say we we’re not impressed and don’t know if we will ever go back to Bully’s East again
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Jay
VIP
San Diego
46 reviews
4.0
46 reviews
Dined on 4 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
old-timey classic. glad it's still solid and consistent
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Edgar
VIP
San Diego
94 reviews
4.0
94 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
For years we have enjoyed this pub with very good food, reasonably priced, with warm ambiance, and very competent wait staff.
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Nancy
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been going to Bully's since the 1970s - to the previous La Jolla and Del Mar locations as well as Bully's East. I had the prime rib with the french onion soup and a side salad. Their house dressing is still so good! It's a bit like thousand island dressing but better! The steak arrived warm and just how I ordered it. My family was with me and we all enjoyed our meals. Service was fast and friendly.
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martin
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat at the bar. Bartender was great. No issues. Fried chicken special was fantastic
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Michael
San Diego
37 reviews
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on 29 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very pleasant for lunch. Great food and table service. Highly recommended.
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Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 291-2665.

Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar is rated 4.4 stars by 1445 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar

2401 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108

Additional information

Cross Street
Texas Street
Area
Mission Valley
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Prime Rib, Steakhouse, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There are 61 marked parking spaces and two handicap spaces available for our patrons. In addition to Bully's East parking lot there are two lots located above and below Bully's East that offer parking after 5pm.
Public transit
Located on Texas Street directly out front of Bully's East there are two bus stops, one heading South up Texas Street and one heading North down towards Qualcomm Way.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Adam Johnson
Entertainment
Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar entertainment are the 13 TV screens that show all seasonal sporting events throughout the year. Long time supporters of all local San Diego sports teams.
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bullyseastsd.com/
Phone number
(619) 291-2665
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or having a corporate get together, Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar has two rooms that can accommodate large parties. Please contact the restaurant directly for information. 619-291-2665

Bully's East Prime Bistro Sports Bar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

8oz Filet Mignon

Prime Rib Dip

Prime Rib Melt

Appetizers

CalamariUS$13.50

Baked BrieUS$15.00

Seared Ahi* **US$16.00

Crab Stuffed MushroomsUS$13.00

Oysters on Half Shell*US$23.00

Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$17.00

Filet MeatballsUS$14.00

Kung Pao WingsUS$15.00

Crab CakesUS$23.00

Fried Artichoke HeartsUS$11.00

Prime Rib / Steaks / Seafood

2 Lobster TailsUS$41.00

King Crab Legs

Choice Corn Fed Mid-Western Aged Beef

8oz. Horseradish Crusted Prime RibUS$38.75

8oz. Blackened Prime RibUS$38.75

8oz. Regular CutUS$36.00

11oz. Half CutUS$47.75

16oz. Full Cut

38oz. "Beast"

Choice Mid-Western Beef

14oz. New YorkUS$39.00

16oz. Bone In RibeyeUS$42.00

8oz. Filet MignonUS$41.75

"Nooner" 8-oz Teriyaki Skirt SteakUS$23.00

Burgers / Sandwiches / Classics

The Bully Burger**US$16.00

Prime Rib DipUS$20.00

Pub BurgerUS$19.00

Prime Rib MeltUS$22.00

Nashville Hot Halibut SandwichUS$19.00

Seared Ahi SandwichUS$21.00

Steak and EnchiladasUS$26.00

(4) BBQ Prime Rib BonesUS$21.00

Entrees

Fish N ChipsUS$20.00

Dry Aged Duroc Pork ChopUS$30.00

Grilled Scottish SalmonUS$37.00

Salads

Bistro**US$13.50

Caesar**US$12.50

WedgeUS$12.50

Side Dishes

Elotes (Mexican Corn)US$7.00

Brussels SproutsUS$6.50

BroccoliniUS$6.50

Mac N CheeseUS$6.50

Baked PotatoUS$7.00

Seasoned Shoestring PotatoesUS$5.00

Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$6.00

Steak FriesUS$5.00

Cup of SoupUS$6.00

Bowl of SoupUS$8.50

French Onion GratineeUS$6.50

House Dinner SaladUS$7.00

Caesar Salad

Wedge Salad

Desserts

Carrot CakeUS$13.00

Mud PieUS$12.00

Crème BruleeUS$10.00

New York Style CheesecakeUS$9.00

Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse CakeUS$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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