Operating since 2009 inside the restored lobby of the 1929 North Park Theatre, West Coast Tavern serves seasonal American small plates and craft cocktails at 2895 University Ave in San Diego’s 92104 ZIP code. The tavern shares its historic building with The Observatory North Park, making it a natural dinner destination for concertgoers headed to live shows next door. A rotating menu features shareable plates alongside a collection of more than 40 whiskey and bourbon labels, house-mixed cocktails, and a weekend brunch program. Patrons looking for a sweet finish can walk one block to Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams on the same stretch of University Ave. The restaurant’s most involved service is a full-venue private event that pairs the vaulted ceilings and original 1929 architectural details with a custom multi-course seated menu.