Diversions Lounge

Having worked in country clubs in the past I know what it's like to have a mix of regulars and visitors in your bar lounge so I can appreciate the vibe and ins and outs of an establishment like this.

The menu was A-okay and the service was fine too. We wandered in for lunch after the pool closed for a wedding. We were starving and needed a break from the sun. What I think is interesting about this location within the La Costa Resort is that it's a seriously under-rated sports bar... The drinks are not dive bar prices, you're paying a premium but they've got wide open spaces where you could push back from your table and scream at a false start with ease. Wave your arms around in the round and round motion when you think a baseball player should round the next base. You might even be able to watch the fight, I'm not sure on this but it'd be worth calling to investigate next time you and your peeps want an uncrowded upscale location to catch a popular sport.

I'd eat there again, Probably during a hockey game.

Honestly avoid this place at all costs! My $17 burger was an overcooked frozen patty and $4 diet coke tasted of beer. They didn't even both to clean my table which smelled like urine from all the beer that had been spilled that has never been properly wiped up. I understand the prices because it was a resort, but the food quality should match the prices. Try again La Costa.

Really disappointed. We drove all the way up here from North Park area. We came here to redeem a $50 gift certificate. We called ahead and were told they were open until midnight. We got there at 9:50pm and they told us the kitchen was closing in 10 minutes.

We placed our order quickly and it was evident the food was rushed out of the kitchen.

We ordered the King Salmon Tartare, Fried Calamari, French Onion Soup and Pork Sliders. The best thing was probably the french onion soup.

It was clear they had shut the fryer off because the calamari was soggy on the outside and overcooked on the inside. I had a few bites and threw more than 3/4 of the dish away.

The pork sliders were dry, frys were cold.

The salmon tartare was about average. Portion size was a little on the small side, but the ginger sauce was a good complement.

The resort itself is very nice. The lounge and fireplaces and ambiance are also upscale. Unfortunately the food offerings seemed very sub-par.