Frequently asked questions
If the answer you need isn't here, call 858-751-9869 — a person picks up.
Do you take reservations?
Yes. Reservations are taken by phone at 858-751-9869 during open hours for parties of any size. We hold roughly a third of the room, plus the whole bar, for walk-ins every night.
Is there parking?
There is free two-hour street parking on Hood Avenue and a free public lot one block north. Rideshare drop-off is easiest directly in front of the entrance.
Are you wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The entry is step-free, aisles are at least 36 inches wide, and there is an accessible restroom. Let us know when you call and we will seat you at an accessible-height table.
Do you have vegan and gluten-free options?
Every menu marks vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free plates. Our kitchen handles gluten, dairy, shellfish and tree nuts, so we cannot guarantee a zero-cross-contact environment, but we will tell you honestly what we can and cannot do.
Can children come in?
Absolutely. We are a full restaurant with a bar, not a bar with food. High chairs, booster seats and a $9 kids' plate are available at all hours.
Do you deliver?
We do takeout by phone only. We have no delivery fleet and no contract with any third-party delivery app. If you see us listed on one, the listing is not ours and we cannot stand behind the food or the price.
What is the dress code?
There isn't one. People come from the beach and from the office and both are fine.
Do you host large parties on weekends?
Full buyouts run Sunday through Thursday. On Friday and Saturday we can host semi-private groups up to forty on the patio.
Do you sell gift cards?
Yes, in the restaurant and by phone. They never expire and carry no service fees, as required by California law.
How do I contact the owner directly?
Email service@tocterestobar.com with 'For Peter' in the subject line, or ask for Peter Valtierra when you call. He reads guest mail personally.