Absolutely a breath of fresh air on a strip of bars between Rich's and Flicks (two bars/dance clubs…read morethat get absolutely PACKED wednesdays-sundays). It's a tiny bar, but the pièce de ré·sis·tance to this place is their 8pm-10pm HAPPY HOUR. You're thinking "oh it's probably a well special," WELL, you're wrong! ALL BEER, ALL WINE, Jack, Bacardi,, Hornitos, Absolute, Captain Morgan.... etc. Gunther served me here. Absolutely one of my favorite Bartenders in the neighborhood. SECRET: you can open the refridgerator doors to the right and be met with the craft cocktail bar on the other side! But that's a different review because it's technically a different bar. (It's called the Board Room) If you're tired of people stepping on your shoes and, yelling in your ear at Rich's or Flicks, this is probably the equivalent of turning on noise cancelling headphones while sipping tequila. Do your self a favor and check this place out. Tell Gunther I sent you!

I had some time to kill while I was in the area and stopped by this bar for a drink. They have…read morehappy hour all day with $5 cocktails that were stiffer than usual. Loved it! There's also a speakeasy bar attached to it which you discover on your way to the restroom ;) will definitely come back!

I can't remember what day of the week I wandered into this place, but I sure remember having one…read morehell of a time. I sat there drinking about a half dozen cans of the cheapest beer they had and chain-smoking out front. There was a tall gal behind the bar slinging drinks fast as hell while a bunch of folks sang "American Pie." It felt like I was exactly where I was supposed to be. That's where I met the sweetest little old lady. We talked for what felt like hours, and then she asked if I wanted to play pool. I told her I didn't play, but what the hell--we were having too good a time to say no. She beat me fair and square. I reckon that's the moment I knew I was in trouble, though I was too stubborn to admit it. What followed were the most magical four weeks I'd had in a long, long time. It felt like we lived a lifetime together. Anyway... Betty Sue, if you ever happen to read this, I miss you, and I'm sorry. I'll always wish I'd been the man I should've been for you. The time we shared was simple, honest, and full of joy. You never know you're perfectly aligned with the universe until the moment has passed. Maybe that's the lesson I was meant to learn all along. Star Bar will always have a special place in my heart because it gave me memories as priceless as this.

Fun atmosphere, DJ playing a good beat. Security was helpful and quick to respond to a situation,…read morefelt all was in control. Didn't have any food and as far as drinks we went to the bar for, there were no servers walking around I'd go again

Every time we're in San Diego, we make it a point to stop by Gossip Grill, usually 2-3 times per…read moretrip. It's one of the few lesbian bars left in the US, so that alone makes it a must-visit, but the experience keeps us coming back. The vibe is always energetic, and the staff genuinely make it special, their personalities suit the place perfectly. Even though we're just visiting, they make you feel like a local who's been coming in forever. It has that neighborhood bar feel every single time. Food-wise, this last visit we had the steak sandwich and it was delicious. Their chicken fingers and fries are also excellent and as a self-proclaimed chicken finger connoisseur, that's saying something. Also a great spot if you're nursing a rough "morning" (or afternoon depending on when you roll out of the house) after. Gossip Grill is a staple every time we're in town, and Hillcrest in general just has such a great energy. Highly recommend.

First time having Sunday Brunch here. I would drive by it all the time, but with limited parking I…read moredon't come unless I can find a spot. All the staff was super duper friendly and they were playing my jams the whole time. We were a group of 3 adults and 1 medically fragile pup in stroller. I ordered Avocado Toast with chili oil on the side with a side of fruit, So . . . About last night subbed eggs over easy, Shrimp and Grits and soft scrambled eggs for our pup. My friend ordered some green drink too. Avocado Toast was delish, the bread was killer and avocado to veggie ratio was on point. So . . . About last night was a very generous portion and definitely on the heavier side but very yummy. Shrimp and Grits was full of flavor and cheesy grits were so velvety smooth. Stitch gobbled up his eggs and my friend thoroughly enjoyed her drink too. Definitely coming back for music and trying their regular menu items.

Stayed at the Westin Bayview recently and we decided to grab some food at the bar one afternoon. I…read morehad the Tuna Sandwhich it was fantastic! I was a little hesitant when it came out because it looked a little well done but to my surprise it was cooked well and loaded with flavor. I also loved the Dynamite sauce it had on it. The service was great, the bartender was very kind. Overall great experience especially for a hotel bar.

We were staying at The Westin for my birthday. Becky had turned in for the night in the room. I…read moreventured downstairs to get a few more coffee pods for the morning in the room. I ended up at The Westin Bar in the lobby! Bartender Paul and the couple from Louisiana, Bryan and Monique were great! I may have let it slip that it was my birthday, and the three of them helped me celebrate! Probably more than I needed to, after all I was just going for more coffee pods. LOL! There was birthday cake, there was (lots of) beer and they even sang "Happy Birthday" to me, it was a blast! An impromptu celebration after a day of celebrating. After using my $10 voucher that I received at check-in, my bar tab was a whopping 78 cents! Thank you to Paul (a San Diego music scene legend) and Bryan and Monique from Louisiana!

I share my birthday with my best friend and this year our online gaming group decided that they'd…read morebe going to San Diego to celebrate. Erikka had mentioned Oculto 477 as one of the places she wanted to check out after seeing it on Tiktok, so I made reservations as soon as they were available. I would definitely recommend doing so, as there is really limited seating. When one of our friends mentioned that they wouldn't make it in time for our original time slot, we made a quick change, which was easy to do online but we ended up losing table seating and got bar seating instead. Since this is a speak easy style bar, you enter into Tahona, check in with the host, they give you a QR code for their rules, one really important rule is confessing a sin. My friends are a little shy and not really comfortable speaking with strangers, so I said I would confess their sins. We were then taken into a dark space to confess and low and behold each of us had to confess. They definitely had to step out of their comfort zones for that. I was the DD so I opted for a non-alcoholic bevvy called the Humility, it had like an essence of mezcal and for $15 it was definitely more ice thank drink. My friends, got a couple drinks each, I did taste theirs and it was good apart from the drink with sweet potato. Definitely not for me. The bar seating lets you see the bartenders make all the drinks, they're really friendly but I felt so bad for them to be in such a hot bar. They also gave my friends complimentary shots for our birthday. The drinks are strong, the team is friendly but damn is it hot in there.

This speakeast is located inside the Tahona bar restaurant next to a small cemetery. It is…read morerecommended to make a reservation. We went on a weekday and was easily able to make a same day reservation. To get in, you check in with the host at Tahona and they lead you to the back where you have to go through a mini confessional to get into the speakeasy. You have to disclose one of the seven deadly sins or a sin of your choosing to gain entrance. Once inside, it is dimly lit with faux candles and moody lighting. The light fixtures are singular hands holding onto light bulbs, creepy and cool at the same time. Everything looks dusty, old, and worn adding to the occultesque vibes. We ordered a few cocktails and all were great tasting and carefully made.

I've been here once and it was pretty cool, I can see why it's an SD staple…read more AMBIANCE Parking: Welcome to the Gaslamp! Street parking is possible, but don't count on it. There are plenty of paid lots and garages nearby, but expect downtown prices. Rideshare/Public transportation might be best. Seating: Good amount of seating throughout with tables and bar seating. Earlier in the day it has more of a sports bar/restaurant feel, but as the night gets going, expect more people standing, socializing, and hitting the dance floor. Vibes: Whiskey Girl is classic Gaslamp energy. You're right in the middle of Fifth Avenue with restaurants, bars, clubs, tourists, locals, Padres fans, and weekend adventurers all moving around you. Inside, you've got TVs for sports, music playing, drinks flowing, and later in the evening the place transitions into more of a nightlife atmosphere with DJs and dancing. DRINKS Malibu Sunset (Recommend) Can't go wrong with something tropical while you're out having a good time! Sweet, fruity, refreshing, and easy to drink. You get those tropical coconut vibes from the Malibu with the fruit flavors giving it that classic sunset-style cocktail experience. CUSTOMER SERVICE Rebeccah was great! Friendly and efficient. TL;DR OVERALL 4 Stars. Good drinks, lively atmosphere, and a solid option if you're looking for that classic Gaslamp nightlife experience. It's slow during its slow times but during its eventful evenings, itt's a place to catch a game, meet up with friends, grab some drinks, and eventually hit the dance floor to catch a line dance. Come for the drinks. Stay for the music. Enjoy the Gaslamp energy. TIPS * Check their calendar--they regularly have DJs, karaoke, sports, and other events.

Dropped in on a Monday night with my hubby as we're visiting SD. It was karaoke night. Place filled…read moreup a bit and seemed like the only place to fill up on the avenue. For a Monday night not bad. Hubby and I enjoyed ourselves with our drinks and had a good time. Service was good. As not too many people seated at the bar as everyone kinda scattered into tables to see the screens.

We didn't order food but the servers all were so friendly and helpful, we had drinks and watched a…read moregreat show and a beautiful sunset. The decor was nice and the location and view were to die for.

day pass for here today was $15 plus tax. I consider this a decent price since parking is $42! I…read moregot a ride from a friend so i didn't pay that! The place is clean and of course the hotel is beautiful. I just had higher expectations for this place. i might consider coming back but I would definitely have someone drive and split the cost of parking perhaps. They validate for 3 hours if you have spent $50. Easy if I went with someone. awwww... next time!

Great nice meets divey bar with fun vibes and games and good drinks! Staff is quick and friendly…read moreand we love popping into aero club!

$34.00 (before tax & tip) for two burgers: Patty Issues (3 patties) and This Burger Understands Me…read more(2 patties). I'll definitely be back for the bar, the pinball, and those burgers! We walked in and found out that they have a strict age limit, which I discovered when they insisted on scanning my ID into a machine. I'm closer to the tomb than the womb, so I'm not entirely sure what they were expecting to find. But apparently, the machine needed to verify that I'm legally old enough to be there. Afterward, the bartender thanked me by name. My person who is closer to the womb than the tomb forgot their ID. It could have been Justin Bieber, or myself for that matter, but it wasn't going to happen. The burgers would have to be, to go. First impression is the decor is classic, and the place was absolutely immaculate. Later, I noticed the bathrooms were spotless, and perhaps most importantly, there was no graffiti on the walls. It's a class act establishment where civilization survives. There's a back covered patio surrounded by ferns, a great game room, and then the backyard where the food trailer is located. It was Sunday around 2pm, and while talking to the bartender, they mentioned that they had wings out for happy hour and the games. But I had my sights set on the Wagyu burgers. If I must say so myself, it was an excellent choice on my part. The patties were perfectly seasoned, and the toppings mixed with the Wagyu juices to create a delicious little sauce. I happened to have some chips underneath the burger, and they basically became the lucky recipients of all that wonderful burger grease. Very, very yummy. Walking around while waiting for my food, one can't help but notice that the bourbon selection is fantastic. While my person was booted, I can still say that all the employees were cordial, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. No attitude, no nonsense just good service. While it's listed as a dive bar, it's way too chic for that classification. I love a welcoming bars with great burgers, an excellent bourbon selection, and enough character to keep me coming back. Which I plan on doing in force!