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The Pool House

435 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

179 Reviews

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Stylish, poolside eatery at the Pendry Hotel featuring lobster rolls, poke, cocktails, and beer.

Information regarding the specific temperature of the pool(s) at The Pool House is not publicly available. As a common amenity for a luxury hotel, the pool is typically heated for guest comfort, but an exact degree is not provided.

What are people saying (AI review summary)? The rooftop pool at Pendry is highly regarded for its chic, trendy ambiance and vibrant atmosphere, which varies from relaxing and less crowded during weekdays to an energetic party scene on weekends. Drinks are consistently praised as good or great. While many guests enjoy delicious food, such as the Mediterranean appetizer plate, lobster roll, sashimi, and various options ordered during special events, there are some negative experiences including an expensive quesadilla with unmelted cheese and significant wait times for food. Service is frequently highlighted as exceptional, with staff described as professional, courteous, attentive, and catering, earning special mentions for individuals like Kaden, Jennie, Zack, and Mike. Despite occasional food-related issues or long waits, the overall experience is positive for most, with many expressing a strong desire to return.

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Amenities

  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Accessible Entrance
  • Accessible Restroom

Reviews

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Josh Baltazar July 20th, 2025
Josh Baltazar

Staying at the Pendry so went to check out the pool. Came here on a Wednesday at noon, not very busy. But I heard on Sunday afternoons, this place is an absolute party. Anyways found my pool chair. I tried to ordered an Estrella Jalisco on draft but they didn't have it. I ended up going with a Shock Top. Nice and refreshing by the pool. The server was nice and overall solid experience.

Anita Daryanani April 11th, 2025
Anita Daryanani

I really liked the ambiance of the rooftop pool! It was relaxing to come during the week when it was not crowded. I liked the music in the background. I ordered a quesadilla and was highly disappointed that the cheese was not melted. It sucks especially since it was $30 total (I added shrimp for $12). So, I did not think the food was good. I like the drinks. Service was decent, started well then tapered off though I would have ordered another cocktail if they came by.

Kellz J July 1st, 2025
Kellz J

I just visited the rooftop pool today and it was an amazing experience. We ordered the Mediterranean Appetizer Plate and the Lobster Roll w/fries…everything was delicious! The ambience is very chic and trendy. The drinks were also very good. I think the best element of it all was the service. The staff is very professional, courteous, and catering. This place does an amazing job of hiring the right people…special shoutout to Kaden who provided great service and we also had an amazing lady with short black hair as our waitress but I didn’t get her name. I will definitely be back!

Nicole Burke May 27th, 2024
Nicole Burke

Where to even begin… we always stay at the pendry and always hung out at the pool house! I decided to have my bfs birthday weekend in San Diego. So I went ahead and booked a cabana. Mike helped set up everything and did amazing . Zack had took care of us since walking in along with our server/hostess Jennie. Both were very attentive and overall great customer service. Jennie even helped me pick out what to say on the marquee sign for one of the rounds of bottles we had brought out. The dj, the vibes, a packed pool house with all our friends, it was a weekend we won’t forget. The food was delicious and the mixed drinks we ordered on top of the bottles and mixers was great. I recommend getting a pitcher! Safe to say we will definitely be back! 10/10 for everything.

Zuzana Votrubec August 27th, 2017
Zuzana Votrubec

Came here for a Happy Hour a few months ago. The scene is great, the layout and ambiance as well. However, the wait for the food was outrageous. We waited an hour to get a lobster roll and some sashimi and oysters. Everyone was nice and apologetic, but it was still irritating to wait so long nonetheless. The food, once we did get it, was quite good. I especially liked the sashimi and lobster roll. I'm sure we'll come back again, but probably after the summer rush, when the kitchen flow can be more manageable.

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Opening Hours

Sunday 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Monday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday Closed
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