Bar & Nightlife Recommendations
Little Italy
Princess Pub
Longtime British watering hole for sports TV, traditional pub food & European & local brews.
Nolita Hall
Airy-industrial beer hall serving cocktails, wine, pizza, charcuterie & cheese plus sports on TVs.
Camino Rivera
Great for a night out with dancing, plus an outdoor patio, happy hour & DJ nights.
Wolfie's Carousel Bar
Beers, cocktails & an extensive liquor list, plus classic pub grub presented in fanciful surrounds.
Waterfront Bar
This 1933 institution outlasted the waterfront but still draws crowds with pub grub & happy hour.
Pali Wine Co.
Wine tasting bar with an upstairs patio serving a variety of vino & charcuterie.
Kettner Exchange
Eatery for handcrafted cocktails & a creative menu of American dishes with some global flare.
Banker’s & Mission Hills
Mister A’s
Bay & skyline views draw diners to this elegant eatery, serving French-hued American cooking.
Corner Draft House
Cozy local hangout with a wraparound patio serving gastropub fare & Southern California brews.
Pure Project Brewery
Local San Diego based micro brewery with outdoor seating near Balboa Park.
Extraordinary Desserts
Buzzy cafe known for its array of gourmet desserts, including flower-topped cakes & cupcakes.
The Lamplighter
Old-school watering hole with karaoke, darts, pool & free WiFi opens at 6 AM & only takes cash.
Aero Club Bar
Local watering hole draws a crowd with pinball, a pool table & an extensive whiskey selection.