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    Elisa N.

    MOONSHINE FLATS @ DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO Parking in the area is mostly metered, though you might be able to find a few free street spots if you're lucky. You can also park at Ace Parking, which costs around $30-$40. Moonshine Flats is one of the most popular bars in San Diego. I went to the Pacific Beach location before and loved the vibe, so I was excited to check out the downtown spot, especially after hearing so much about it. Luckily, there wasn't a long line on a Saturday around 9 PM, so we got in easily. The space itself was great, spacious, with multiple bars, and really well-decorated. As a college student, though, this wasn't exactly my scene. The crowd seemed older, mostly in the 30-40 age range, so I wouldn't recommend it if you're looking to hang out with fellow college students. That said, Moonshine Flats is still a fun place to visit and worth checking out for the atmosphere alone.

    McKenna H.

    We came here for my 30th Birthday weekend. The bartenders are friendly and their drinks are great here and we had nice seats here. It definitely gets busy here at night. Just love the country vibes here

    Annie B.

    moonshine flats - always come with my sister and I always have fun! beers are decently priced. dancers are always great to watch! i like when they have nights they teach us dances. great customer service! fun arcade and beer pong games!!! bean bag toss, pool, cup pong. dj in the other section plays r&b, pop. definitely a more chill, casual vibe :)

    Raelene P.

    This place is fun! The line dancing is a good time. They go too fast though and don't teach well. Very hard to pick up the dances they do They don't have a separate area to dance so your stuck watching people line dance or trying to learn and It's hard I wish they would offer a free style area to have fun dancing at as well It was a fun time though

    David C.

    Best country bar in San Diego! Line dancing, live music, great staff, great drinks. The place you to be on a weekend night! I've been going for years and staff members like Hannah Bergman always make it a good time. If country music isn't your thing, the DJ takes over late at night on the weekends to keep the party going. There is something for everyone here. If you're downtown, not stopping by would be a huge mistake!

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    Best line dancing in Southern California! Amazing drinks and the Honey's are so kind. I love coming on Thursdays!

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    Such a fun place to go line dancing and people watch! Staff was amazing, best western bar in San Diego! Amazing vibes!1

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    Fun spot for dancing. There are pool tables available for those whose dance moves are not there yet :)

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    The vibe of the place was super energetic and not too overstimulating. Staff was very kind and helpful!

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    Hannah was the best! She made sure my friends and I were taken care of when we first entered the building and made us feel sp

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    Ask the Community - Moonshine Flats

    Is there a cover on Saturday nights?

    Yes but you can sign up for the guest list on their website and have no cover before 10

    What's the cover charge on thursdays?

    No cover charge on Thursdays.

    Will you be showing UFC Sat June 11th?

    Yes! We'll be showing it at The Deck at Moonshine Flats!

    What's the cover on Saturdays?

    $10/person or more depending on event

    Is it 21 and over all day?

    Yes

    Is there a dress code?

    As far as I know, no. It is a country bar but I saw everything from padres jerseys, people coming from work, and me in a sweatshirt and jeans.… 

    Is there a cover charge on Saturday nights?

    If you get there early... before 8:30 I think... then there's no cover, any later and then there will be.

    Taking a trip to San Diego and considering visiting this bar. Is it strictly line dancing or is country swing/ partner 2 step welcomed?

    When I've been here there is more line dancing than not, mostly due to the crowds. I have been able to do some partner dances, usually before it gets too busy. If you're coming on the weekend and want to partner dance, I'd get here early!

    Is it 18+?

    It is 21+. But the restaurant/bar connect to Moonshine Flatts, The Moonshine Deck, is under 21 until around 9pm! That is where all the fun is and the roof opens! All kinds of fun games and good food with great mocktails! One of our favorites.

    What's it like on a Tuesday?

    Hi Phoebe! Moonshine Flats isn't open on Tuesdays but we recommend checking out The Deck at… 

    How crowded is the dance floor usually?

    I'm from out of town so I can't speak but for my one visit. At 11pm it was half full of dancers and half full of people mingling. When certain dances came on (ie line dances) non-dancers moved off the floor though. My initial impression was that… 

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    Showed up on the earlier side (close to 8pm) and attempted some line dancing, which was a ton of fun!

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    Side Bar

    4.4
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    0.2 mi
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    This place is awesome and one of my go-to spots downtown. It's always crowded, which says a lot…read more There's a front area with the main bar and tables where you can hang out, then a back area with a DJ and tables you can reserve for the night. The music is always great. Shoutout to Jason behind the bar. He's consistently friendly and makes the night even better. Honestly, the whole staff does a great job. If you're going with a group, I'd recommend getting a table since it can get really busy. On weekends they have a cover, and it's cash only. There's an ATM inside. Also, pay attention to the dress code. No baseball hats, and they do enforce it. Overall, it's a solid spot for a night out.

    Overall a nice nightclub and bar to hang out in downtown San Diego. It's right across the street…read morefrom the ACE parking lot called "Park It On Market" so easy parking. Parking is $10 after 6pm until 3am. The ambiance is modern and sexy. The front part of the venue is a bar with several tables and love seats spread throughout. There's also a small outdoor area with a few tables and bar stools if you need some fresh air. Behind the bar is the actual night club area with the DJ booth, several VIP tables, and a smaller bar. There isn't a dedicated dance floor so people are just dancing wherever there's space. You can get on the guest list through their website for free bar/club entry before 10pm. After 10pm, there is a cover fee of $20 per person. It was quiet around 930pm when we arrived but it got pretty busy by 1030pm and crowded by 1130pm. Note: the back night club area opens at 11pm. If you come before then, only the front bar area is open. They apparently serve food as well but we didn't try it this time. I felt service was great from the bartenders to security to the servers. The DJ was playing awesome hip hop music which was perfect for the vibe. They even have a professional photographer who takes your photo. If you like it, it's $20 for your picture in a frame. Two things that can make it even better: - wish there was a bigger dance floor for those without tables to enjoy the music and dance - wish there was more than 2 bathroom stalls in the women's restroom. With hundreds of people inside, the line can get pretty long.

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    Parq Nightclub

    Parq Nightclub

    3.6
    (744 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    Vinny is the mf man!! Had a great time celebrating my boy's bachelor party and Vinny really hooked…read moreit up will be back!

    We chose this club for a bachelorette celebration and reserved bottle service expecting a fun,…read morestress-free VIP experience. Unfortunately, the night ended up being more frustrating than enjoyable. Despite having a table reservation, we still had to wait outside for over 20 minutes before being allowed in. If you're paying for bottle service and VIP accommodations, you shouldn't be standing in line wondering when you'll be seated. Because of the wait, the manager told us before we entered that he would provide a complimentary bottle of champagne. However, once we got to our table, the bottle server initially told us that wasn't possible and that they don't do that. After several trips back and forth between the server and the manager, the bottle was eventually honored. While we appreciated receiving it, it shouldn't have taken that much confusion to honor a promise made by management. After finally being seated, we waited more than 30 minutes before receiving any drinks. For a bottle service table, that's a long wait, especially when you're celebrating a special occasion. There were also issues with our order. We requested High Noons, which were listed on the menu, but were given something else instead. If an item isn't available, customers should be informed beforehand rather than finding out after the fact. The most stressful part of the night was when the staff took my friend's ID and forgot to return it. Since my friend was visiting from out of town and needed it to fly home, this created unnecessary stress at the end of the night. To their credit, someone from the club did bring the ID to where we were staying, which we appreciated. However, the situation felt like an inconvenience to some staff members rather than an urgent issue involving a guest's identification. I do want to give credit where it's due. One staff member who helped us was genuinely kind and helpful, and they even put a picture of our bachelorette group on the screen, which was a thoughtful touch and one of the highlights of the night. Unfortunately, those positive moments weren't enough to make up for the delays, poor communication, and overall lack of organization. For the amount of money spent on bottle service, we expected a much smoother experience. I wouldn't return based on this experience, and I hope management takes steps to improve communication and customer service for future guests.

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    Onyx Room

    3.7
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    I visited onyx for a friends graduation from UCSD as a celebration. I had a PHENOMENAL time here…read more My bar tender, by the name of Karina, made me feel so welcome! She provided excellent customer service and recommended many fun drinks! The candy shot was an easy drink to handle. If you have the chance, visit, as she's in the basement floor and always serves with a smile. Thank you for an amazing experience!

    Hello, I go to Onyx…read morepretty often, that is my friends and I go-to spot for night outs. It is usually a good time, but last night was so out of line... I (25F) got kicked out by security for pushing one of the security guards. I was walking over to one of the rooms downstairs when I just felt a huge body shove from a man, my I guess natural and protective response was then to shove them back. The I then get grabbed by my arm with force VERY AGGRESSIVELY by a man yelling at me saying I am done, I'm out, etc. I have to hold on to a wall to get myself not to get dragged by this man. My friends come in to help sooth the situation, but no matter what they say the security guard is yelling at them, at me, and continues to pull on me along with other security staff. I did not know that man who had pushed me was security and once I realized it was, I immediately apologized by saying OMG I didn't know you were security, I just thought it was a random guy pushing people! Keep in mind, I am a 4'11'' woman, in heels, a little tipsy, so when I got shoved over (for whatever reason) it made me lose all of my balance and I believe there was absolutely no need for all of that aggression. Anything my friends said or I said did not matter. They wanted me out. Once I was outside this security guard just kept talking down to me and laughing at me. It was the most disrespectful thing I've experienced here. I'm not sure what that security guard was going through that night or even personally, but he can not be grabbing people any way he wants just because he is having a rough night.

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    Good Night John Boy

    4.3
    (77 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    The rumors are true - this is a cool freakin' bar…read more If you're looking to host an event at Good Night John Boy, I highly encourage you to look no further. I was lucky to be suggested GNJB as a venue option for a corporate event I was putting together. Not only was it super easy to get in touch with Rick, he made planning this event so seamless. Rick was always available to chat, quick to respond and was able to answer any/all questions I had. His suggestions were always helpful and appreciated. Belinda was also such a pleasure to work with. She was always accommodating to our needs and requests. Her team delivered the best service for our guests - from the security (shout out Sebastian) to the bartenders. What a dream team! I can't wait to host another event at this venue :)

    Went here for a night out with some friends and had a great time! We did get bottle service and our…read moreown separate area behind the DJ which probably helped too because it definitely got packed as the night went on. The space is 70s themed and they have two disco balls right in the center of the dance floor. The music was mostly 70s right when we went around 8 but as the night went on they mixed in a lot more genres. So everyone will find something they like. The DJ definitely could have been better though. They rotated through songs really fast so just as we were getting into something it was already changing. Service at the bar was really friendly and prices aren't unreasonable. Cocktails were tasty, albeit a little sweet.

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    Club Train

    Club Train

    4.6
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    0.2 mi
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    I highly recommend signing up for an evening with Club Train versus just going out and showing up…read moreat a club on your own. No lines, no hassle, no cover fees and a free drink (shot) to start. I also enjoyed the entourage aspect of it with our Club Train leaders Alex and Vince, dressed in dapper bow ties and suits, shepherding us around the Gaslamp district of downtown San Diego. I tried out Club Train last weekend (bought my ticket through Pacific SD Magazine for extra savings). The itinerary included a set schedule for visits to Don Chido, F6ix, Side Bar and FLUXX with an hour at each location and 90 minutes at the last one. The evening was slow to start, as my friend and I found ourselves bored at our first stop, the new bar/restaurant Don Chido, where the group was to meet and depart to the clubs. If we could do it again, we would've shown up later for that first stop because it was not necessary to be there the whole first hour. We were told by our Club Train organizers that there were food and drinks specials at Don Chido. When we got there, we were seated at a table, then ignored by waitstaff for a long time before we finally asked someone who then told us we had to get drinks at the bar in order to get our Club Train deal. Also, we were told by the Don Chido staff there were no food specials. By showing our Club Train wristbands, we ended up with $5 margaritas (half price!) from the bar so it wasn't a complete loss but we felt like we wasted a lot of time in Don Chido and that the night was off to a rough start. Once our group leader summoned all of us (around 30 people), things went smoother as we then proceeded to each club. The evening then flew by as we had about an hour in each venue. Our Club Train leaders escorted us as a group from club to club but it was fine when we twiced missed our group leaving. We were still able to follow on our own with our wristbands. It was nice to be taken care of but not completely babysat, as once you are inside the club you're on your own. I didn't get a chance to talk to other members of our group, but theoretically you could probably make new friends in Club Train. A Club Train ticket normally costs $30, but I got the magazine deal where it was $20 with fees (total $22), which is a steal. The highlight of Club Train was the group photo at the end of the night. The group leaders always have the group gather together and take a photo in the middle of Market Street which is a lot of fun. Timing is everything with the traffic lights!

    NYE crawl. No line, yea, right. Unorganized crawl from the…read morestart. Couldn't get any of the the crawlers into the first venue. The round up to each venue was poorly done. Skipped one of the venues for reasons they never told. Waited for too long to get into the last venue. Do yourself a favor people, skip this crawl and go to the other ones. By far the worse one in Downtown SD.

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    The Tipsy Crow

    The Tipsy Crow

    3.7
    (1.5k reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    This is a multi-level bar in Gaslamp SD. Each level has a different DJ that plays different genres…read more We loved the main level DJ and even though there wasn't a dance floor on that level, we were able to dance by the bar. The lower level is where majority of the dance floor is but its gets super hot and crowded down there. Drinks were suuuuuuper strong - good or bad depending on what you like! They even have a fun photo booth you should check out!

    I've been coming to this bar since 2011. Never before in my life have I been so disrespected and…read morehumiliated by a security guard than on this night. On 01/03/26 I came up to the front entrance and I was either reciting a song or going over my own lyrics as I am a poet. After a few minutes of this I went to enter and a short hispanic security guard haughtily told me "You look odd. And I saw you over there talking to yourself. I'm not letting you in." I explained that I wasn't "talking to myself" I was reciting music (my own or somebody else's , as I often do karaoke). He said "Ok. I'm still not letting you in." with an attitude. What the hell? Never once have I caused an issue at this bar. All the security guards know me. I've never seen this guy before in my life so I guess he thought he could bully me for no reason. What a shame. To top it all off when I got irritated with him he laughed in my face and loudly yelled "Weirdo!!" at me in front of multiple witnesses. This is disgusting behavior and incredibly unprofessional. I've been to The Tipsy Crow countless times and never been so insulted and mistreated. I don't know the guard's name but is a short dude, I believe hispanic. I will find out his name and report this to the manager. This was beyond unacceptable. He continued to sneer and laugh at me while i was outside in shock at being turned away. What a jerk.

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