Cyber City Esports Center San Diego

3024 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, United States
+1 213-255-5240
$$$ Internet cafe , Sports club , Video game store
(51 Reviews)

Cyber City Esports Center in San Diego is a spot where gamers gather to relive classic multiplayer moments and dive into competitive play, all set within a straightforward, no-frills environment. Located on El Cajon Boulevard, it blends the feel of a traditional internet café with that of a modern esports hub, offering high-refresh-rate monitors and comfortable seating that cater well to both casual players and more serious gaming sessions.

People come here mostly for the social aspect of gaming—whether it’s meeting up with friends for team-based games like CS or Dota, or trying out battle royale titles such as PUBG and Apex Legends. The center also appeals to those who want to game without the hassle of using their own Steam accounts, thanks to guest access for certain popular titles, though the selection beyond a few licensed games can be limited. For anyone who needs to install new games, it’s worth knowing that download times count against your paid session, which can affect your playtime.

Expect a lively atmosphere when busy, with a mix of nostalgia for older games and a steady buzz from current favorites. The venue tends to fill up especially on weekends, so if you prefer quieter conditions, mid-morning during weekdays might be better. Staff are generally friendly and helpful at setup, making it easy for newcomers to get started quickly.

One practical detail to keep in mind is the interior temperature, which can run on the warm side without much active cooling. Snacks are available, though most visitors seem to come primarily for the gaming rather than food. So, Cyber City is most appealing for folks looking to spend a few hours focused on multiplayer gaming in a local spot that keeps things simple and accessible without distractions.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

10:30 AM - 2:00 AM

Tuesday

10:30 AM - 2:00 AM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Friday

10:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 2:00 AM

51 Reviews
Brandon Urednick

03 Jan 2026

Made a pit stop during a Saturday morning. I was the only one in the store but it was one of the better cyber cafes I’ve been to this year. The host was nice and friendly. $20 got my account setup and 3 hours of play. Wide range of games and computers ran smooth. Got to use their license to make play MW3 and Payday 3 without my steam account. They had a variety of snacks to choose from but I didn’t partake of any. Overall very happy and will come back again.

jose mago

26 Dec 2025

Comfortable chairs, 144Hz monitors, and very friendly staff.

Sydney Nitzel

14 Dec 2025

Excellent spot to hang out for a few hours with friends, there are plenty of cool games to try. However I did have a few notes that they could improve on. First the temperature is very hot inside. I could not find a vent or fan to help cool me down. Second there should be a way to download your games without running up your time. I sat there for 2 paid hours downloading a game. Lastly I found they did not have the EA game launcher downloaded which was inconvenient and caused me to waist more time looking for and downloading it. They allow you to pay for the day, by the hour or in 5 or 10 hour intervals. The staff were very friendly and they have parking in the Carl’s Jr parking lot.

Maxim Volkov

30 Oct 2025

Great atmosphere! It was awesome to feel like I went 20 years back and play CS — crazy emotions. I’m not a gamer, but the selection of games is huge and the place is always full. Highly recommend!

Alsin

04 Oct 2025

It's cool if you wanna play some CS or Dota/LoL with friends. Battle Royals are available too, PUBG, APEX, Fortnite. Many other games aren't available though because I have to login to my own steam and buy the game (I don't have access to my account, that's why I came here). If you login to one of their accounts on Steam, the options are still very limited, the games are on some admin library apparently and not available to regular accounts The staff would definitely benefit from having more freedom of power to solve simple issues with software and accounts. I wish they could grow to a 5 star review and I hope so!

Joe Keane

29 Sep 2025

Amazing ESports Center here in San Diego! Came after work. They have all the major pc games(WoW, Call of Duty, Counterstrike, Apex LegendsOverwatch, etc...). Computers are fast and graphics are really good. The atmosphere is also super cool like a Sci-Fi movie. All staff are super professional. They have a variety of snacks to eat as well. If you're a gamer in the Sam Diego area this a must see.

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