Excellent drink selection and love the interior design! Switches up with the seasons. The server…read morewas great at discussing the menu and helping me choose the best drink for me

I love a bar with a curated vibe, and Mothership is definitely it. My friend booked a reservation…read morehere and our table was ready when they said it would be! I got the Tracking Device, and my friends got the Mindkiller and Away Mission. The Tracking Device was zeroproof and a very delicious mocktail! The tang from the lime and floral taste from the hibiscus made it very pleasant to sip on as the night went on. The cocktails here are STRONG, so drink accordingly lol. My friend couldn't finish his entire Mindkiller drink because it was so strong, but he did enjoy it. The bathrooms are super cool, and the interior is very trippy and chic. I'm a big fan of how much effort and attention to detail the creators put into this location.

My brother-in-law and I were looking for places to drink....And we just wanted somewhere chill. We…read moreknew that any bar by tacos el gordo would be too wild for us, so we walked a couple blocks and approached Noble Experiment. I would say this was probably our highlight of our trip in San Diego. Garrick, the bartender there, was super accommodating. Not only was he and the other bartender were making damn good drinks, they would legit talk to you. The ambiance of the place is cool too. Felt like I was going inside some continental room like John Wick. Definitely my vibe and definitely coming back. But if you ever get Garrick as your bartender, you're in for a treat!

The Noble Experiment: 9/10…read more Aesthetic & Ambiance: 9.5 - This place gives "speakeasy haunted mansion" vibes. You walk into the barrels, down the mirrors, and into the skull room...IYKYK no less. The waits to get very deadly so make sure to put your name on the list early. Service: 9/10 The host was chill, and we had Quintin as our mixologist. There are no menus he told us, he just went off of our flavors, and palate, so I can't really speak for how to order the same drink. First drink: 9/10 (profile) Vodka bases with cucumber and strawberry. Second drink: 8.5/10 (profile) Smokey, deep old fashion. Overall a MUST-GO to if you're in the area stopping by!

Everything in this place is done very thoughtfully. From the menu, to the interiors and of course…read morethe drinks and food. Among food, my favorite thing was the chimichurri seitan and the eggroll burger. The seitan was house made and really soft and doused with a ton of chimichurri and some other sauces. The French onion soup was also delicious, although a tad salty for my liking. Crab cakes were A+. Didn't care much for the knots.

My bf wanted me to check this place out and I really loved the vibe! the bar area and the seating…read moreis pretty unique and the bartenders are very friendly. We came for drinks before heading to dinner and the Kult classics were very tasty. Highly recommend! It does get busy on weeknights.

My False Idol experience was memorable, albeit blurry toward the end! My boyfriend and I had been…read moreon a half-day tour beforehand, but I saw that False Idol was near our hotel and I insisted we stop in for a cocktail before calling it a night. I knew it was a speakeasy but he did not. I was trying to double-check on my phone that Craft & Commerce was the right restaurant its housed in (yes) when he tried to jet set off down the block "to keep looking" rather than listen to me. I yelled, "MOTHER!" by accident and then he did truly leave me hahaha. He resurfaced a few minutes later, and then we walked in. It was 5:15 at the time, so 15 minutes after opening. I had NO IDEA how popular this spot was, nor anything about its nation-wide reputation. I actually didn't know that until two days ago when a Yelp-friend at home here in Richmond, Virginia, exclaimed excitedly when I told her we stopped in. The host who greeted us was kind, informed us there had been a line to get in that day, but that they had one barrel left; we jumped on it of course. It was happy hour, so the first cocktail I ordered was dirt cheap at $9. It was the Imperial Hawaiian with gin, rum, lemon, pineapple, and orgeat. I really shouldn't have ordered a second drink after that one, but I did have the classic Saturn later on in the night and it was absurdly good! Definitely my favorite of the two. The moody tiki vibe was so cool and fun. They even had frogs you could play on the tables. We had some fun neighbors too, which livened up the experience even more. We had a great time and both walked out heavily buzzed. We were asleep by 8 that night, but it was worth it!

False idol is a tucked away Hawaiian themed speakeasy behind a restaurant. Reservations are…read morerequired so be mindful of that before going. Once inside seating is first come first served so the place is insanely crowded with people trying to get drinks. Service is a little confusing as the waiters will come up to you with a menu asking for your order instead of an order at the bar type of thing. Once we actually got a seat things were okay. The menu is mostly rum drinks since this is a rum bar however since I'm not the biggest fan I ordered the only thing with tequila on the menu. My drink was actually really good, it was refreshing, not too sweet or strong at all. I just wish there would be more variety.

Cute cocktail lounge! And the drinks were tasty! I would definitely check this place out if you are…read morein the area! Quick service too!

Great low-key spot in North Park. Service was understated, but friendly…read more We went on Monday so it was hard to get in with Caffe Calabria closed. We had to walk down the alley from Lincoln or University to reach the entrance versus thru the front door of Caffe Calabria on 30th. It is confusing and they could use more signage since it really isn't a true speakeasy. Drinks on HH, all night on Monday, we're delicious and only $8-10 on select cocktails. I had the dirty martini and gold rush.

beautiful restaurant, i went there for my bday celebration and it was the right choice…read more the service is fast and friendly ! it was happy hour so there was some mix in the appetizers that were ordered but they were nice enough to waive the cost for the one that arrived late. overall every delicious i love coming here !

My wife and I took a day trip down to San Diego to celebrate our 4 year anniversary, and somehow we…read morestumbled onto one of the highlights of the whole trip. We had spent most of the day around Bankers Hill and decided to grab an early dinner at Books & Records. Getting reservations was easy, but from the moment we walked in, the ambiance alone already had us sold. The place was still pretty quiet when we arrived, and to our surprise it was happy hour, so naturally we ordered a bunch of items off the menu along with drinks. Everything was ridiculously good. Not one miss. What really stood out though was the attention to detail. The host brought us a complimentary glass of champagne after hearing we were celebrating our anniversary. Small gesture, big impact. Stuff like that matters. As the night went on, the restaurant filled up, live music started playing, and the whole atmosphere just came alive. Our waiter never rushed us once, which made the experience feel even more intentional and relaxed. We were able to actually enjoy the moment instead of feeling pushed through dinner service. Good food is one thing. Great hospitality is another. This place gave us both. Next time we're in San Diego, we're absolutely making it a point to come back. Lovely spot. Lovely experience.

I didn't even know this place existed, but I'm glad I found it. The bartenders were great and…read moreattentive. The drinks were excellent as well. I especially loved the two mezcal cocktails! It is a small space, so a reservation is definitely helpful, and there isn't much room to walk around, which can make getting to the bathroom a bit tricky. Overall, though, it's a great spot and I'd definitely come back.

This place is calm, creative, and has the right low lighting without feeling too dark to see. The…read moredrinks are pricy, but very unique, and they have a special emphasis on aesthetic. The bartenders are nice and give good recommendations. It is attached to an art gallery and is supposed to have art displays in the bar area, but unfortunately they were all turned off when we were there.

Had an awesome time at Good Enough after a random walk down a plaza area to a fountain. The music…read morewas what brought me in as they were playing A Tribe Called Quest and continued to play the best underground hip hop tracks ever. The drinks were amazing, the masala chai whiskey sours was the go to and definitely a unique drink. ALS tried the Basque Cheesecake which was equally as delicious as the drinks. Donna and Mark were some of the best bartenders we have ever had. The Apricot Sour that Mark brewed up for us is one of the best cocktails we have ever had. Will absolutely come by anytime I'm in San Diego.

Located in Little Italy, I think this place might have taken over the food hall that was here?…read more Good music, outdoor seating too. Bartenders were friendly. We ordered several rounds of cocktails but unfortunately, a lot of them lacked flavor & could have used more alcohol.

Fith and rose is a great pet-friendly spot with such a welcoming vibe. I brought my dog Skyler and…read morethe staff treated her with genuine warmth -- not just tolerated, but really welcomed. That's something you don't find everywhere, especially in a stylish place like this. The atmosphere is relaxed but classy, perfect for drinks and good conversation. Whether you're stopping by for a cocktail after work or a night out with friends, it feels comfortable and easygoing -- especially if you've got your pup with you. Definitely one of the best pet-friendly places around.Cherah is great server!!!

Fifth & Rose: 8/10…read more Located in the lobby of the pendry, I came down and stopped by for some quick drinks before going to dinner. Service: 8/10 was a bit slower, but giving off the cocktail lounge vibe of no rush, no problem. Aesthetic & Ambiance: 8/10 nicer bar / cocktail lounge with a bit of seating but plenty bar space. Ambiance was a trickle crowd of people starting around 6pm. Big Lebowski: 8.5/10 great tiki drink, very yummy & sweet with a smooth coconut taste. Passion fruit spritz: 8/10 citrus forward with great blend of passion fruit. A little more on the sour side, not too sweet.

First time here. Definitely out of our comfort zone but enjoyed the show. Cas, Mj and Josie were…read moreamazing host and had great hospitality. Come visit!!!!!

As the self-appointed king of speakeasies, I'm back at it with another one. After having dinner in…read morethe area, we stopped by Charade for some drinks on a Monday night. I parked on the street close to the dinner spot I went to and then walked over to Charade. Ambiance (5/5): Charade is a speakeasy so here's your clue. It's located inside Balboa. Look for the room with the arcade games and you're on the right track. Once you enter the speakeasy, you'll immediately be impressed with the old school charm. It seats roughly 20-30 people and there's a bar on one end and a stage on the other end. Old school red curtains add to the vibe. And here's the best part. On Mondays, it's jazz night. Local musicians will play which makes for a great time. Service (3/5): There was one bartender working when we were there. Overall, she provided pretty good service. There was one comment she made which rubbed me the wrong way but no biggie. Food (N/A): I had dinner prior so were on a liquid diet. I did notice that they have a few snacks available like popcorn. Drinks (4.5/5): When you think of speakeasies, you think of elevated cocktails. I look for creativity and an interesting blend of flavors and ingredients. The menu here, while not huge, has some interesting options. Outside of the menu itself, the prices are reasonable (especially for California). And they make you stiff drinks which is always appreciated. Taking into account the cocktails and the ambiance, Charade is an awesome laid-back speakeasy. Make sure to stop by on a Monday for jazz night. That takes things up a notch.