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    Gaslamplighter

    4.4 (105 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Live music
    Karaoke

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    Caitlin M.

    Incredible service here! I wish I remembered the bartender's name but he did a great job chatting with guests, making sure they were alright, and mixing great drinks. The DJ did a great job keeping the crowd dancing and singing to mostly nostalgic y2k hits. I had no clue that this was THE SPOT for karaoke. I loved how much fun the crowd was having no matter who was singing. This isn't a spot where serious singer go for karaoke, but more for the casually courageous and tipsy. A lot of the guests appeared to be a fun and friendly group of people in their early 30s. I would love to come back here for another fun night out!

    Inside, near the DJ.
    Rose M.

    I meant to review this place months ago, but I was in San Diego for and got sidetracked! I came here for an event that was hosted by an associate of an associate. Because she was hosting an event here I did not pay a cover charge. This is a smaller to midsized establishment that serves various types of drinks, has food, plays music, and allows randoms to do karaoke! There isn't much room to dance, so don't expect to be able to do anything crazy, but I was able to get into the vibe and do a lil' side to side. They have a VIP area, and they play stuff on this projector type screen that matches the music when people aren't singing. Which btw, you can go up to the DJ area and put in a request to sing. People sang popular songs from all different decades. There is a slight dress code that I didn't have a problem with (I had a dress and some heels on), but I did hear from some other associates that they were turned away. So try not to come dressed too casual, or at least check with the establishment. (Price Range): $30+ (Crowd): Most of the people were chill and I danced with a couple of strangers. The majority age range seemed to be late 20s to late 30s. (Music): They played a lot of classic hits in the R&B, Hip-Hop, and other genres. I cannot remember exactly songs, but I do remember knowing a lot of them and liking them very much. (Location): It's in a very high traffic area of Gaslamp. There were hundreds of people and traffic was constantly being held up due to the congestion. Parking is pretty much non existent, but that's how Gaslamp functions. I took an Uber there, so I suggest doing the same. There is also a light rail not too far from the area, but it stops around 12:30 am, so it wasn't a good option when the clubs close a bit later. Seemed fairly safe in comparison to the other areas of San Diego. (Drinks): I tried two different drinks; a heavier mixed drink (maybe the South of Naples) and a sweeter, more fruity mixed drink that I liked a lot. I believe it was the Amore 75. The drinks didn't taste watered down and they were served in actual glasses. I couldn't handle anymore drinks because we decided to go to another place, but I definitely would have. I paid something around $17 for each drink. (Service): The entire reason I am even leaving a review is because of the excellent service that I received from the gorgeous woman (she had long braids or twists and reminded me of Zoe Kravitz) who took my drink orders. I wasn't able to get a drink at the bar, but she saw me and asked what I wanted. She was very friendly and even suggested a drink after my drink choice turned out to not be something I really liked. I did not expect to receive such great service due to experiences that I've had in the past, but she really made my time there enjoyable.

    Take on p*rnstar martini!
    bella

    Amazing experience at KARAOKE!! First of all- the KJ is unmatched!! Every song was a hit and he made it sooooo fun!! The sound system is incredible- I've done a lot of karaoke and usually it's hard to hear yourself... not here! 2nd of all- drinks are delicious and fun!! The Hollywood hotel was delishhh service was attentive and friendly!!

    The total amount charged without a print out receipt
    Kahlie M.

    Update: I contacted management via their email address, they replied to my email, I sent the receipt and details so they could refund the order..it's been FOUR months and they completely ghosted me. Absolute absurdity.

    Right before I karaoked
    MaDonna W.

    We absolutely adored our experience at cocktails and karaoke, gas lamp, lighter! We danced a little, we karaoked a little . Super fun. No charge , you just have to have the guts to grab the microphone and go up when your name is called from the sign-up sheet and sing your heart out... everybody was doing. It was so much fun. What a great way to spend a couple of hours.

    Cheeseburger, fries and mini martini deal

    Great spot for drinks and karaoke. They were running a special - cheeseburger, fries and mini martini for $22 which was a great deal. This place had great vibes and will def go back!

    Janai W.

    Finally made it to Gaslamplighter, and honestly, no complaints! (*note we got there at opening on a Thursday) As someone who loves checking out new spots, I'd been meaning to get here for a while. The space is a bit smaller than I expected, but that's on me, especially knowing their OG location was a true dive in both size and style. This one has definitely leveled up. Stopped in for drinks with my girl friend before dinner and had just enough time to enjoy a couple of well-made cocktails and their beautifully presented Aperitivo app--both solid choices. Excited to come back with a group and take on some karaoke. Also, worth noting: they have an "Aperitivo Hour" with $13 martinis and snacks, which is a nice touch. Looking forward to round two

    Nicole E.

    Gaslamplighter is definitely a Saturday night vibe. It is more of a younger crowd that is singing their hearts out during karaoke. However, social media portrays this place more lounge, speakeasy older feel which is the complete opposite but we had a good time regardless. Reservations required prepay for burgers with a table. The burgers were delicious but it was a bit awkward eating when everyone is in a party mode around you so we felt a bit out of place. Otherwise cocktail menu is on point and loved the spa water cucumber drink $16. The waitresses were really kind and had great recommendations. They kept the drinks flowing which matched the vibe. This is a lively spot in gaslamp if you are looking to let loose!

    Espresso martini
    Dung N.

    My friend and I were staying in downtown and decided to hop around Gaslamp. This was one of the stops and have been wanting to check them out when they first opened. We went in April and sat at the bar. Since it was early, around 8:30pm, it was pretty dead. I liked that they had two musicians playing the guitar and singing during my visit. I thought it was a karaoke bar and if there was going to be music, it would be happening a lot later. My friend ordered an espresso martini and then we headed to our next destination. We planned to come back last night for Halloween, but had to reschedule. I'm looking forward to trying out their food soon!

    Alexandra M.

    Gaslamplighter is honestly the spot. We've been going forever and somehow it just never gets old. We know everyone, we're probably there too much, but the vibes are always right. Whether we're screaming karaoke, dancing in the corner, or just catching up at the bar, it always hit. The staff feel like friends, the drinks are strong, and there's something about this place that just keeps pulling us back. If you know, you know. If you don't... you will.

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    Valerie P.

    Went here on a Friday night, it was pretty busy but entry was quick. They have Karaoke! It felt like you were in a past time elegant exclusive bar. Leah was our bartender and despite her being super busy she took the time to recommend drinks and engage. "Let's meet aT the lodge" is great for any bourbon lover and there's plenty of other options for other tastes. Can't wait to go back

    Custom crafted cocktail by the bartender

    Absolute best new spot in Gaslamp! Came down here last weekend and wow wow wow! The venue is stunning and the cocktails are delicious. You can tell the staff cares a lot about making you feel at home. We had some happy hour cocktails and was so happy to see they serve it til 9:30pm! The bartender told me they serve food til 2am, so I'll definitely come back again for that wagyu smash burger- it was so freaking good. Overall the place was good vibes, lively ambiance, and would definitely come back for a girls night out or date night!

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    This karaoke bar is so fun. It gets packed af! Everyone has a great time. Bar service is quick. Bathrooms are clean enough lol.

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    Fun spot, great service. Very attentive and kind. Karaoke is a major bonus. Diverse crowd.

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    Yari was an excellent server. We loved the environment and the karaoke was awesome. Great cocktails and beers.

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    9 months ago

    Maya is the most amazing waitress! Gaslamplighter is such a vibe 10/10 made girls night with karaoke night!

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    Best place ever: the service is amazing. Izzy is the best bartender and made me feel so special.

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    Maya was the absolute best server and so attentive to our whole group and made our night so special!!!

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    Hive - Karaoke  Bulgogi fries

    Hive

    3.3(685 reviews)
    7.5 miKearny Mesa
    $$

    Went to South Korea this year. Got South Korea vibes here. I think it's because ive been looking…read morefor my Jim bean high-balls all over these Korean bars in Koreatown Los Angeles. Nothing, nada, until now. Finally from all places. San Diego had em. I loved my Jim bean high balls over there. A lil too much so had to sober up w/ one hour of karaoke. After getting lit, we went to the karaoke to sober up b4 driving off into the moonlight. The trick is. You have to go all-out when u sing, or u don't enjoy urself. Karaoke is only fun when ur drink actually. They had songs from like 4-6 different countries which I found unique and cool especially their iPad for American songs. San Diego is Lit!! Coming from Koreatown Los Angeles Wow!

    Went here on a 4/26 Sunday 6pm room 7, parking on the area was packed, hard to find one just fyi…read more Guy on the counter looks like he didn't want to work there and had 0 enthusiasm , the food was good tho, easy to order on the iPad . The seats had ripped parts, the floor and table were sticky . The music control was close to the TV and can block the others singers view while you were inputting songs, the keyboard remote wasn't working. The music selections were so so and was lagging 20% of the time. The walls were thin and you can definitely hear the other rooms well enough. The lighting was nice! Price was on the pricier side compared to other Karaoke places. Overall the experience was so so, would I come back to this place? Maybe if they had a discount but who knows . Additional info they don't subtract the charge of your $25 reservation from your main bill

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    Partial view of the bar area

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    Spot KTV & Restaurant

    3.7(160 reviews)
    8.3 miKearny Mesa
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    We came here just for dinner (we didn't actually karaoke, although we inquired about the prices and…read morethey seemed reasonable). The food was actually quite good with large portions and reasonable prices. We ordered the cucumber salad, it was very flavorful with garlic and cilantro added. We also had the spicy pickled fish which was also very good (just wish there was a little more fish). The beef noodle soup was also surprisingly good and had lots of noodles. The staff didn't have the most friendly expression, but they were helpful when we asked for anything. The ambiance/decor was trendy and the place was very clean. It didn't seem very busy even on a Saturday night, there only seemed to be a couple groups singing in the private rooms. The rooms also looked to be a good size with nice decor when we walked by.

    We came here to celebrate my friend's birthday and had a really amazing time! We loved the primacy…read moreof our room with the plush sofas. The ambiance was nice and we all liked the neon lights. We ordered a bunch of food: Taiwanese beef noodle soup, dried noodles, popcorn chicken, fries, fish tofu skewers, fried rice, cucumber salad, and shredded potatoes. We liked everything except the shredded potatoes. The large screen, mics, and sound system were great. We struggled a bit with the screen, as it was in Chinese so navigating to songs/artists was a bit of a challenge. There were also limitations to the songs available. It would've been nice if we could just pair up our phones. Service was good, our server came in to check on us, making sure our water pitcher was plentiful. There was also a tray of complimentary fruits and chocolates, which was a nice touch. We had a lot of fun and would come back!

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    Rock Out Karaoke - The lovely Amanda - one of our great karaoke hosts! Every ROK private event includes a host to get people pumped to be on stage with us.

    Rock Out Karaoke

    4.7(56 reviews)
    1.1 miBanker's Hill
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    Woo hoo yatuhhhhhhh badass hella bad ass place yayuh. Left my sweater here got it backread more

    Time sure flies. Four years ago I originally posted a review when I saw these guys at 710 Club in…read morePacific Beach. This time it was the post-party following the Elite Event: Halloween Prom at Tin Roof in downtown San Diego. Rock Out Karaoke takes the stage and continues to provide the perfect atmosphere for fun audience-fueled performances. My gamer past thinks back to the video game Rockband, where we took turns singing karaoke and playing toy instruments in front of the living room TV to a playlist with decades of pop hits. The game now sits in storage, but aspiring vocalists can continue their craft of singing with a live band, playing and providing backup vocals to your lead. I am not a singer, even as a hobby. I am still recovering from a cough & cold where I lost my voice, but after several rounds of liquid courage, I kinda wanted to give it a go. After listening to a few performances and doling out well deserved high-fives, a gal mentioned that the live band performance aspect was a completely different experience to the typical lounge scene. She really enjoyed it and would definitely do it again. I think it would be helpful to the fans and groupies if their schedule was easily found on their main website page. If it's there, I missed the link. My bad. I don't FaceBook, so I'm not looking there either. Just sayin'. I read someone else's review about ROK's limited playlist. While I am easily impressed with the band's repertoire, I could see how discouraged a potential singer would be if a favorite karaoke song is not available. Maybe expanding the library to include more classic and current songs wouldn't hurt. Ready for the main stage? If you enjoy karaoke and energetic music performances, then consider Rock Out Karaoke. There's nothing else quite like it in town. Doing it ROK style might leave you breathless, but you'll love the unique experience.

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    Guitar Paulo and his axe; ready for shredding.

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    Awesome karaoke wedding at Orfila Winery in Escondido

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    The Hole San Diego

    The Hole San Diego

    4.3(115 reviews)
    3.7 miLoma Portal
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    Unfortunately, my group & I had a poor experience at this establishment. We were a group of 8…read morefemales coming for a fun night out. It was my first time here so I was looking forward to it. I was happy to hear they offered karaoke too so my friend & I put our name down for a duet (the iconic HSM, "Breaking Free"). Upon coming to the bar, there were a few other groups but it wasn't crowded yet. It was about 30 minutes later, and several more people had come to the bar now. My friend went up to ask the guy (leading the karaoke) a question. At this point he tells her: "well, I already played your chosen song an hour ago...and it's the same crowd, so...". There wasn't a conclusion if he was asking us to choose another song or if he was just giving his personal opinion. We also simply disagreed that it was the same crowd as an hour ago, and also I didn't realize there was a rule about playing the same song per hour? Given there wasn't a conclusion from the conversation, my friend & I decided to keep our chosen song since we were looking forward to singing it. 10 more minutes passed and we were next in line. My group came up to the stage to get ready for when we were called. But then, we were skipped! The audacity! Someone else from my group went up to address why we were skipped. He said "I just won't play that song!". Honestly I'm wondering if he just had a personal issue with that song lol. Like bro just play it for three minutes and make the customers happy? Since we were upset about his power trip, we took our buisness to Redwing. I am happy we made this move. I will say, the drink pitchers are worth the money & the bartender was nice. The cup pong was fun entertainment.

    Great place with the best burgers on Sunday Funday. It's somewhat of a dive but I have been coming…read morehere for years whenever I visit San Diego. If you love a good burger, you better get here. Plus they serve drinks in pitchers. Oh my!!

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