THE WHISKEY HOUSE / LAZY HIPPO located at 416 03RD AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101
Inspection Date: 2026-04-17 | Status: Ordered Closed
The Whiskey House / Lazy Hippo sits on 3rd Avenue in downtown San Diego, pairing a serious love of spirits with a laid-back, diner-style side. The Whiskey House is best known for its massive whiskey selection and cozy, dimly lit bar vibe, drawing locals and visitors for pours, cocktails, and hearty pub-style fare in a casual setting. It’s the kind of spot people hit before or after a game, a night out in the Gaslamp, or just to work through a new flight list.
Lazy Hippo, sharing the address, leans more into daytime comfort with a classic, unfussy feel. While detailed history and accolades aren’t widely documented, the dual-concept setup makes this address a flexible downtown stop: whiskey-forward evenings on one side, easygoing bites on the other, right in the heart of San Diego’s urban core.
San Diego County health inspectors have ordered THE WHISKEY HOUSE / LAZY HIPPO to temporarily cease operations following a recent inspection. The closure stems from violations including food contact surfaces; vermin; floors, walls, and ceilings. The restaurant, located at 416 03RD AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101, will remain closed until all health code violations are addressed and the facility passes a follow-up inspection.
THE WHISKEY HOUSE / LAZY HIPPO
416 03RD AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101
Closure Date: 2026-04-17
Status: Ordered Closed
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Inspector Notes – Violations Found:
- Food Contact Surfaces
- Vermin
- Floors, Walls, and Ceilings
Posted: Apr 20, 2026, 3:41 AM PT
This page will be updated if additional inspection actions are posted for this facility.
Update (Apr 20, 2026, 3:43 AM PT): Additional downgrade entry (?) on 2026-04-20T17:41:09.
