The Space Pad

4.8

65 Reviews

$30 and under

Speakeasy

406 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054

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2 people

25 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

Innovative
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

At The Space Pad expect to find cocktails with flavored smoke bubbles floating on top of your drink, cocktails that look like a lava lamp in your hand, change color as you drink, fruit suspensions, and spherified cocktails that you actually eat rather than drink, similar to giant boba pods each individually filled with cocktail ingredients that bursts with flavor and booze when you bite into it.

Reservations offer a 90-minute experience. WALK-INS WELCOME - Reservations not available? We always set aside space to accommodate walk-ins, first come, first served. And before or after your experience at The Space Pad you're welcome to join us at Kilowatt Brewing for our award winning craft beers, hard seltzers, adult slushies, and a bite to eat!

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Speakeasy, Hawaiian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(760) 231-1997
Website
https://thespacepad.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
406 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054
Area
Oceanside
Cross Street
Coast and Mission Downtown Oceanside
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
5 minute walk from the Coaster, Sprinter, Metrolink and Amtrak Surfliner at the Oceanside transit center.

Absinthe Fountain
The traditional way to drink Absinthe with a slow fountain drip over a sugar cube. $20 per person, 2 person minimum.
Ambassador Scones
Cucumber Infused Gin. Citrus. Mint. Rillisporian Fassionola. Space Rock Rim.
Beam Me Up
Rum. Coconut. Citrus. Rum & Lime Infused Gelatin.
Blast Off
Rum. Passionfruit. Citrus. Orgeat.
Cosmic Coil
Rum. Peach. Orange. Coconut. Rillisporian Fassionola.
Lunar Roja
Ginger. Honey. Lemon. Mezcal. Alma Tepec.
Reverse Paloma
Tequila. Lime. Grapefruit. Falernum.
Smoked Old Fashioned
Choose Whiskey, Bourbon, Mezcal or Rum. Applewood Smoke.
Spaceman's Sour
Rye or Bourbon. Citrus. Passionfruit. Frozen Sangria. Smoke Bubble.
Venus Phoenix
Tequila. Alma Tepec Float. Passion Fruit. Orange. Guava. Lime. Jalapeno. Tajin.
Violet Vega
Vodka. Violet Sparkle Liqueur. Lemon. Rhubarb Bitters. Blueberry Maraschino.
X-15 (Saturn)
Gin. Falernum. Orgeat. Passionfruit. Lemon.
Jungle Bird
Rum. Campari. Lemon. Pineapple.
Mai Tai
Rum. Curacao. Orgeat. Lime.
Royal Hawaiian
Gin. Orgeat. Lemon. Pineapple.
Spritz Veneziano
Aperol. Prosecco. Soda.
Trinidad Sour
Rye. Angostura Bitters. Lemon. Orgeat.
Whiskey Sour
Rye or Bourbon. Citrus.
Zombie
Overproof Rum. Absinthe. Falernum. Cinnamon. Grapefruit. Lime.

What 65 people are saying

The Space Pad reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

San Diego
Innovative
San Diego
Neighbourhood gem
San Diego
Good for special occasions
San Diego
Lively
North San Diego
Best Service
North San Diego
Best Ambience
North San Diego
Innovative
North San Diego
Neighbourhood gem
North San Diego
Good for special occasions
North San Diego
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Space Pad is a vibrant speakeasy known for its "incredibly sweet and generous bar staff" and "wonderful drinks." Guests enjoy its playful and whimsical ambiance, complete with "fun surprises" and a "cute campy space theme." Though the space is intimate, the "amazing cocktails" and unique decor create an "otherworldly experience."

65 Reviews

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Lindsay
Seattle1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The only thing that outshines the food and vibe are the incredibly sweet and generous bar staff! What a fun night!
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Adrienne
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on 13 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hostess, Baristas were awesome, friendly and was offered free shots. Everyone kept checking to see if we were alright or if we wanted more drinks or food. The decorations and the room was awesome, music, food, and drinks were a must try. So many options. Just have to go there and check it out
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Laura
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My friends and I had a great time at this speakeasy. Both food and drinks were great and service was on point. It was a rad vibe with elements that were silly and awesome. A great time with friends!
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Stephanie VIP
Orange County24 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a fun place! Very yummy drinks and the vibes are just playful and whimsical!
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Lisa
Las Vegas19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really fun place. Very accommodating for our group. Drinks were very fun and special.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County1 review
4.0
Dined on 17 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was not worth it. This is a small area. Nothing secret about it. People kept walking in and out.
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MariaM
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had been wanting to check out The Space Pad for awhile! I love speakeasies so I was super excited to hear that one had opened in my hometown! I ordered an old fashioned with mezcal and it did not disappoint! The room itself is really small but the drinks and the ambience delivered! Will be bringing back more friends for an otherworldly experience!
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KimC
Las Vegas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the experience and the amazing cocktails! We will be back
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Tracy
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome! Fun spot for locals and newbies............
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Angelique
Orange County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Did not eat food, so could not rate. But the specialty cocktails and awesome bartender/manager, made this a worthwhile, fun experience, especially for visiting out of towners. Wouldn’t want to give away anything, but there are some fun surprises throughout your stay.
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The Space Pad is rated 4.8 stars by 65 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

25 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 4 times today

406 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Coast and Mission Downtown Oceanside
Area
Oceanside
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Speakeasy, Hawaiian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
5 minute walk from the Coaster, Sprinter, Metrolink and Amtrak Surfliner at the Oceanside transit center.

Website
https://thespacepad.com/
Phone number
(760) 231-1997

The Space Pad

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

Cocktails

Absinthe Fountain

Ambassador Scones

Beam Me Up

Blast Off

Cosmic Coil

Lunar Roja

Reverse Paloma

Smoked Old Fashioned

Spaceman's Sour

Venus Phoenix

Violet Vega

X-15 (Saturn)

Jungle Bird

Mai Tai

Royal Hawaiian

Spritz Veneziano

Trinidad Sour

Whiskey Sour

Zombie

What 65 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

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Dining areas

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