This review reflects the perspective of a swing dancer. Swing dance happens at Queen Bee's on…read moreTuesday evenings and consists of a lesson with a small dance party afterwards. The fee for the lesson and party is $15, for party only - $10. The announcement (https://www.queenbeessd.com/swign-dance) places the lesson at 6:30-7:30PM, the dance with DJ music is supposed to start at 7:30PM. On the day of my visit, the times were shifted by half an hour, so if you want to just dance, 8PM is the good time. The dance lesson by Mercedes Moore (yes, the great San Diego singer!) is excellent, most of the 20+ dancers appeared to be regulars and thus had accumulated significant amount of skill, yet due to small size of group, a true beginner should feel OK. Unlike most places in San Diego, this one has noticeably more leads (traditionally men) than follows (women), so this venue might be great for a true beginner follower. During the social party few more dancers appeared, but the group remained pretty small, and by 9PM it became hard to find a dance partner (the music was still going on). Some logistics: the free (street) parking is very limited. The best paid parking is across the street in a well-lit parking lot ($5 for two hours). The wooden floor is of OK quality, the seating is adequate for the small crowd. As always for small gatherings, bringing one's own dance partner is recommended, although on the day I have visited, it was easy for follows to find a lead. Overall: a true beginner follow should definitely check out this venue. An intermediate lead that wants just to dance, should consider bringing his own follower.

Queen Bee's definitely has character... and by character, I mean you can tell this place has been…read morearound for a minute. Came here for a wrestling event and the place was PACKED. No AC, shoulder-to-shoulder with everyone, and moving around felt like being in a battle royal before the matches even started. Parking...Well, it's North Park, so you already know that's part of the adventure. Expect to do a few laps and maybe say a quick prayer. That said, we made it happen and had a great time. The crowd brought the energy, the wrestling was entertaining, and honestly, the packed-out atmosphere made it feel like a big event. Just come prepared to sweat a little and earn your parking

Great views over all of San Diego, and an amazing membership program with fun events to get…read moreculturally immersed. I particularly love the sunset sips monthly wine tastings, the travel talks dinners where we explore different countries cuisines, as well as all of the chef driven pop-ups. This is an excellent membership for those that are looking for a co-working space that is elevated and where you are likely to run into lifelong friends. I personally have this membership for meeting like-minded peers and enjoying food experiences that I would be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in San Diego.

If you enjoy dining with your (white) grandparents in a deathly silent mausoleum, this place is…read morefor you. I researched online and their membership is way down because downtown San Diego is dead. There are way better options if you're looking for a lively place to conduct business and network. Also, if you are a person of color, you most likely work here, NOT a member. This is still clearly mostly a club for old, white, powerful men. As a diverse woman of color, I did not feel welcome. In fact, I was DISINVITED to join. In writing. Nice views but is it worth the $750 initiation fee and monthly dues of $260 and up? (It is not. Lol. I found much better alternatives at a much lower price point without a one-year contract commitment.)

A great venue. The interior architecture is phenomenal. Sound quality is very good…read more The floor is slightly slanted upward toward the back. There are little sections separated by railings, which add a little separation. We paid for the VIP up top (not the four-top tables). We could choose to sit on a counter/bar stool with a thin-line bar top. But, it was farther back and you looked down at the people in front of you. So we moved to the right side in a standing section. The best! On the rail. Had a table to set drinks on. Private bathroom for upper level guests. Way worth it. One thing I wish they did was sell the 4-tops in twos. They are great. It, it's not always easy getting four people together for a show. Oh. Parking is a breeze. Structure across the way validates for concerts.

I went to the Heated Rivalry Rave and I can say that was such a fun event…read more Purchasing tickets online was really easy and getting in was fast and efficient, I felt like everyone was working together to make it safe and easy. The venue itself is really huge, I've been for a couple podcast tours but it was always seated so getting to come where there was open floor was fun. Lots of space for dancing and letting our little hearts live in the music. Would totally come back or another event here!

Highly recommended, take friends the more the better , or going solo is fun because there's lots…read moreof friendly people and it is the world famous (MOOSE) because of its location ocean front the views from the bar are ocean waves strong cocktails at unbeatable prices

thinking about this place makes me want to cry I love it so much…read more $6 PITCHERS of stella shuffleboard hamburger night card-carrying moose lodge member children drinking mountain dew in the bar at 9pm on a monday

what do you get when you combine all you can eat free popcorn, a jukebox, an arcade and a back room…read morebonus sitting area? Dyno Bar! This is the bonus sitting area, dinosaur themed, for a roarin' good time! Plush burgundy leather-esque seats, a large Godzilla mural, and lots of place to sit! this joint knows how to do kitch, grit and charm all in one. fun place with good vibes all around! $5 an arcade card, serving up hoppy soda water fire non drinkers. Hard to get the bartenders attention, typical for a bar. Free parking in the lot next door between 5-6pm, otherwise $5 valet parking. Taco truck outside not always open, like when I went, it wasn't.

Horrible experience, bouncers couldn't be more rude…read more Very disappointed overall because this was a go-to spot previously. Highly recommend anywhere else

Of all of the sports I might imagine having an affinity for, I have to say, lawn bowling has not…read morebeen hovering at the top of that list. However, when a bunch of my elders, whom I greatly respect, give up their Saturday gaming and agree to get their requisite whites dirty to show a bunch of hoodlums how to play, they have my attention and best effort. Forget that we may or may not have been drinking and we may have made an unsavory joke or two in what we were informed, quite promptly, is a family establishment (can establishments be a well groomed grassy playing court in a park?). Those little snafus aside I was going to give this lopsided ball rolling my best go. Did you know that not only are the balls lopsided but they are weighted heavier to one side so that there will always be a curve out or in when you roll them? I didn't either but thanks to my stellar lesson I do now!! So, I roll the balls for the first time and, wow, its fun! In all of my alcohol induced glee I decided it was a great idea to take on the ultimate challenge and play the US Lawn Bowling Champion. And. I. Beat. Him. What??? Yep, the crowd went wild. I won a very nice polo shirt. Bells were rung, I, one by one, shook the hand of each of the lawn bowling club members present that day, who also happen to have a great sense of humor about these things. I was invited to watch this very same player compete in the World Championship happening in San Francisco this September. Lawn Bowling. Who knew?? I am going to buy some white pants and do this again. Yes. I am purchasing white pants. If that doesn't say love I don't know what does.

After years of walking by the lawn bowling club and seeing the older folks decked out in all white,…read morehappily rolling balls across a meticulously coiffed field, I finally decided to try it. I saw a daily deal for a party for 10 at the lawn bowling club and jumped on it. When we arrived on the day of the party, we were met by a handful of ... well, lawn bowling people. They were all super helpful. They helped us all pick out our "bowls" (a set of 4 lawn bowling balls that fit your hand) then we went to the field to play. They explained the rules (there are a LOT -- way more than I expected!) and then they helped us while we played. The bowls are oblong and have a weight on one side, which means you have to really think about where you are aiming. The helpers were all patient and nice, but if I had any small recommendations, it would be that they hang back after a while and just let us play without critiquing and commenting on every shot. But they were just trying to be helpful. Everyone in my group had a great time and some even signed up for a membership. There was a big discount for the membership that day ($68), but normally it is $165/yr. With a membership, you can pretty much go to play whenever you want. If you are curious about lawn bowling, you should give it a try. Call them up and see if they have any special deals or rates for a first timer who wants to try it out. It's a great way to spend a day in the lovely San Diego sun. (And the all-white clothing is only required in Sundays!)

Great place to just chill and drink for waaay cheaper than most places. Great vibes, music, sports…read moreon tv, pool tables and more. It does get a little warm at times since there's no ac but a great spot nonetheless. Taco Tuesday's and fish Friday's are amazing!

I would strongly advise against using this venue for any event, let alone something as important…read moreand sensitive as a memorial service. Our experience was a complete disaster, and part of the blame lies with Mr. Hilliard's blatant lack of professionalism and transparency. Please keep in mind that although we are San Diego natives, we corresponded with him from South Carolina where we currently reside. If he had been honest about the conditions of the facility we would have booked elsewhere. From the start, his failure to return my mother's calls and emails should have been a red flag. We scheduled to arrive two hours before the service to set up, but when we got there, the doors were locked. For over an hour and a half, we tried calling him from multiple numbers. I'm convinced he deliberately blocked mine, since my calls went straight to voicemail while other numbers still rang. Only when I finally called from my mother's phone at 11:08 did he answer, claiming he'd arrive in 30 minutes. The memorial was scheduled for noon. By the time he finally showed up, guests were already arriving, and we were forced to set up in front of them. To make matters worse, we later learned he had been volunteering with another organization that morning, choosing to prioritize that over honoring his commitment to my family during our time of grief. The facility itself is appalling. The place is outdated, poorly maintained, and in clear need of serious repairs. Leftover Christmas decorations still hung over the stage, the air conditioning didn't work, and the "solution" was to blast loud industrial fans throughout the room. I asked about microphones, only to be told they existed, but needed batteries. Had we been informed ahead of time, we could have brought some. Instead, every speaker had to shout over the noise and compete with the fans and many guests in the back couldn't hear a word. Even worse, the kitchen was unsafe. The stove pilots were left burning, and when questioned, we were told they "had to be left on." That is not only negligent but a serious fire hazard in a public gathering space. To add insult to injury, during the repass, outsiders casually walked in and started playing pool, as if a memorial gathering was not taking place. It was beyond disrespectful. On top of all this, I'm still waiting for a refund for the drinks I paid for in advance. This was one of the most unprofessional, unsafe, and disappointing experiences I have ever had. Mr. Hilliard owes my mother a partial refund at the very least. Save yourself the stress, embarrassment, and potential danger...do not book this venue.

McGuffie's Live pushed out a supporter who had helped that place and then kept the gear he had…read morebrought in. Three Turbosound monitors, about ten LED lights, and a speaker stand were never returned. A venue that treats people like that does not deserve trust. McGuffie's | Freekeenan's Blog https://share.google/RxAES5BZg3FsEoVQn

Definitely a hidden gem! First visit on a Wednesday night to support my girl Ms. Val for Comedy…read moreNight. I was a smidge late, the website advertised 8:30pm and I arrived at 8:15pm. I just grabbed the empty seats in the front row not be disruptive. We prepared to get heckled for choice of seats. It was great to see new talent and familiar faces too. I didn't drink but had to peep at the gorgeous wooden bar. There was a vendor selling food from outside too. It looked like a tasty home cooked meal: rice and stirfry meat and veggies. Fairly large space for all things bar activities. Happy it was located in a strip mall for parking accessible. Will be back for other events soon!