The post, published over the weekend on the r/sandiego subreddit by user ChidiOk, claims that on two separate visits, nearly full beverages belonging to the poster and friends were cleared away without warning 0 allegedly while patrons were only a few feet from their drinks. The user alleged the practice appeared intentional, writing, "It’s clear to me that they will intentionally dispose of your drinks when you’re not looking so you are inclined to buy more." The initial post has received hundreds of upvotes and sparked a heated discussion about bar practices and customer rights.
Several commenters shared similar stories from other venues, while others suggested the removals could have been motivated by safety concerns over unattended drinks. The original poster rejected that explanation, saying the beverages were never unattended and that confronting staff over the incident led to being kicked out. Some hospitality industry professionals in the thread noted that standard practice is to replace drinks accidentally taken by staff, often at no charge.
The thread also resurfaced discussion of The Beverly Beach Garden's ownership, with some commenters pointing out that the bar is operated by the same group behind its predecessor, El Prez, as well as other Pacific Beach venues such as Truckstop, Woody’s, Flamingo Deck, and Candy’s Boom Room.
The Beverly Beach Garden debuted in November 2024 after an 11-month renovation, rebranding the popular but rowdy El Prez rooftop into what owners described as a more refined, coastal California concept with a lush garden aesthetic. The venue spans three levels - a rooftop lounge, a middle floor dining area, and a lower level with a pool table - and features a menu that includes upscale twists on Mexican and coastal cuisine.
As of publication, The Beverly Beach Garden has not issued a public statement responding to the Reddit allegations. The post continues to circulate online, with some commenters calling for the business to clarify its policies around clearing drinks, and others vowing to avoid the venue altogether.
The Beverly Beach Garden is located at 4190 Mission Boulevard in Pacific Beach. For more information, visit thebeverlypb.com.
Originally published on August 11, 2025.
