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When stepping out on the town with a date - picking the right venue can be crucial.

Avoid overly crowded clubs, cliché lookout points, and ridiculously expensive restaurants. Keep it comfortable, encourage fun interaction, and steady the focus on your significant other (to-be). Discover the top ten appropriate San Diego clubs and lounges that are hip and practical for cozy conversation and delicious drinks at all hours of the night.

KIN Lounge
The new poolside lounge at the Manchester Grand Hyatt is an idea date stop for a guy looking to impress his gal. This hidden oasis is located on the 4th floor of the Hyatt and offers a gorgeous view of the San Diego harbor without the door drama and pretentious crowds that are prevalent at many other Gaslamp rooftop bars. (pictured)

Ivy Hotel
The Ivy Hotel makes a great date night destination - not only because of its amazing location and ambiance, but the date atmosphere options are endless. Custom cater what your date would like best - some rooftop cocktails and the view from Eden, the large VIP romantic couches upstairs at Envy, or Envy's bass-bombing dance floor downstairs.

Anthology
Nothing sounds more romantic as Anthology on any night of the week. The dark and cavernous booths make the perfect setting to enjoy the romantic jazz sounds in this Little Italy hot spot. Come early for dinner and stay for the show. Also check out the top floor outdoor lounge for late night cocktails.

Bleu Bar
The Bleu Bar surrounds the crystal blue pool at the newly revamped Del Mar L'Auberge Resort and Spa. Canvas covered cabanas and poolside seating with sparkling ocean views make for an ideal outdoor location for late summer romance.

The Fleetwood
Fleetwood has a posh club feel with a relaxed lounge vibe. The open floor plan and large sliding doors make it the perfect destination for a date of quiet conversation and people watching from the sidewalk tables, while also compatible for a few rowdy shots at the bar and dancing to DJ beats by the fire place in back.

Tower 23
Breathtaking ocean views and ultra chic design mix at this Pacific Beach hotel. The signature cocktail menu and bustling nightlife scene at JRDN make for the perfect beachfront date destination.

Jack's La Jolla
Jack's is another option friendly venue that contains many different ambiances within the same front doors. The downstairs destination is hot bar for singles on Thursday nights, while the mid-level Wall Street Bar or upper Piano Lounge have completely different vibes - perfectly accommodating for you and your date.

East Village Tavern and Bowl
Although not as posh as the typical downtown San Diego nightlife venues, East Village Tavern and Bowl offers the relaxed option of a friendly game of 1-on-1. Make a wager on the game and have fun with it - no sore losers! Trust us, your female dates could use a night break from stiletto-trekking through the Gaslamp.

Minus 1 Lounge
The red and black decor at this sexy subterranean location makes for an intimate evening at the classy Keating hotel bar and lounge. Hide away at a plush black VIP lounge and indulge your date in European style bottle service to the beats. Still working on your charm into the late night? No problem, Minus 1 Lounge is open until 4am on Saturday nights.

3rd Corner
Wine bars are the current trend in relaxed nightlife and 3rd Corner's cozy and affordable gimmick is the best out there. With two locations in Ocean Beach and Encinitas, the selection and service can't be beat.

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