This elusive Gaslamp “speakeasy” exudes sophistication, luxury, and mystery in the comfort of its underground haven. The size of the lounge itself adds to the realism of the concept: The space stretches long across, allowing just enough room for cushy leather booth seating, belly bar seating, and mingling around the bar. The red lighting continues throughout the lounge with antique lamps affixed to the dark wood paneling that runs all the way throughout the interior...
Continue Reading Elusive Gaslamp Speakeasy Prohibition Exudes Mystery
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09/14/2009
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Taylor Doms
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While many San Diego party-goers are still in line at such San Diego clubs as Stingaree and On Broadway, in-the-know Insiders are admiring the sparkling view of San Diego Bay with late-night happy hour cocktails in hand, or lounging in poolside cabanas already ordering the second bottle on happy hour special...
Continue Reading Late Night and Bottle Service Happy Hour at KIN Lounge
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06/24/2009
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Michelle Guerin
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KIN Lounge is the spacious third floor terrace bar at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in downtown San Diego. Now open for its second summer, KIN is considered a go-to spot for elevated elegance – whether after work for sunset cocktails, Friday night for moonlit lounging, or Sunday day for flirty poolside fun...
Continue Reading Grand Opening: KIN Lounge Returns to San Diego Nightlife
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05/01/2009
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DiscoverSD
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This spring Hotel Solamar is introducing San Diego to a new rooftop: LOUNGEsix. Don’t expect a new design and don’t hold your breath for the launch of new edgy nightlife promotions. The launch doesn’t bring an aesthetic transformation, but the new LOUNGEsix name does represent a change at the Hotel Solamar – particularly a new atmosphere on the Solamar Terrace...
Continue Reading LOUNGEsix Brings New Nightlife Vibe to Solamar Terrace
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04/08/2009
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Michelle Guerin
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SWAY Lounge, the newest and most exclusive night spot in San Diego, announces its official Grand Opening just in time for summer. Get an Insider look at the all new SWAY Lounge at The Keating Hotel during the grand opening gala on Friday, April 10, 2009...
Continue Reading New SWAY Lounge Grand Opening at The Keating Hotel
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04/07/2009
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DiscoverSD
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Whether you're running from the solstice during the day, or you're in need of a nighttime sanctuary, Solamar (aka "hotel" Solamar) has it. For the nocturnal affair, cruise on over to J Six and enjoy a cocktail at their spacious bar, or grab a dirty martini and saunter into Solamar's lobby lounge...
Continue Reading Choose Hotel Solamar for the Complete Weekend Escape
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05/20/2008
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Alexis Griffith
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From the heated sand floor to the fire pits and private cabanas, all intermixed with the sparkling sights of Downtown, The W has created the possibility for Gaslamp and beach lovers to have their cake and eat it too. Though the drink prices conform to downtown standards, one would definitely be missing the entire experience without once trying the Citron my Face or A Day at the Beach while shimmying to the tunes of DJ Frankie on Fridays or DJ Chino on Saturdays...
Continue Reading Last Beach Party at San Diego W Hotel
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04/29/2008
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Alexis Griffith
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Like human jukeboxes, there probably isn't a song out there that Shout House performers don't know. You won't be able to resist singing and dancing when you've got a cocktail in hand during a live dueling piano performance of "Miss You" by The Rolling Stones or Tom Petty's "Mary Jane." Nope, not even that your buddy of yours from back East...
Continue Reading Entertain Summer Guests at Shout House in San Diego
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04/21/2008
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Alexis Griffith
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The recent alcohol bans on popular spring break and summer destinations like Mission and Pacific Beach have left a crowd of coastal partiers thirsty and without a beach to call home. We ask: How are we supposed to cool off during these raging high temperatures? Estranged summer beach drinkers, we’d like you to meet your new home: Firehouse American Eatery and Lounge. And no, firemen will not monitor your drink count...
Continue Reading Estranged Beach Drinkers Find Summer Solace at Firehouse
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04/15/2008
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Alexis Griffith
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Normally known for its elegant atmosphere and fine-dining, Jack's La Jolla is highly regarded throughout all of San Diego County. Yet Jack's is not your regular run-of-the-mill San Diego restaurant, as the venue itself is built like a lofty wedding cake and now boasts five delectable lounges and three delicious restaurants that lay among the many levels of this one establishment...
Continue Reading Third Level Proves Jack’s La Jolla Keeps Getting Better
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04/08/2008
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Alexis Griffith
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Prospect Bar and Lounge, the former Excelsior of La Jolla, claims to be a part of the "sports bar" clan, but some may be confused, as none of the formerly mentioned characteristics, minus the sports nuts, describe this new Prospect hangout...
Continue Reading New Prospect Bar Redefines San Diego Sports Bars
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04/08/2008
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Alexis Griffith
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With the original "Air Conditioned" sign hanging above the door of a derelict building, the Air Condition Lounge, at first glance, blends right in with its surroundings. But on further investigation, entering the AC Lounge is like stepping into the twilight zone, transporting you back to the 1970s...
Continue Reading Retro Radiates at Air Condition Lounge in Kensington
Posted on:
03/31/2008
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Alexis Griffith
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It is also very doubtful that if you take on the nocturnal trek that is The Gaslamp you will survive a night without seeing someone who knows you somehow, because let's face it, San Diego is the biggest "small town." But if you want to step out of the limelight for a moment the Red C Lounge, marked by a small doorway along Fifth, is a great little "underground" spot...
Continue Reading Underground Nightlife Thrives at San Diego Red C Lounge
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03/13/2008
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Alexis Griffith
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Gringo's Cantina in Pacific Beach, for the last several years has provided one safe-haven where we can get away from the ambience of a beach bungalow and recline in the refreshing, yet still casual, atmosphere of modern décor...
Continue Reading Gringo's Cantina in Pacific Beach
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02/18/2008
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Alexis Griffith
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