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    3.6 (15 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Jennifer S.

    *Drum and Bass night every Wednesday.* Dope spot with really cool, friendly people. Door guys are always friendly and Bartenders provide great service. Drum and Bass night aka Sanctuary hosted by San DNB w/ WerdMC and Adrawn is absolute fire. Free from 8-9pm, after 9pm $5 cover. I would also recommend Sabbat(industrial/ goth) and Blue Mondays (80s/Dark Wave) at this location. Glad to have rediscovered this venue as it had such a makeover. Definitely UPGRADE-d with outside area screens to watch games live and to play cornhole. Upgraded lighting inside as well. This location was formally the Merrow, then before that Ruby Room, and even further back it used to be called San Diego Sports Bar with bartenders Olivia and Tony. Tony apparently still owns the building. Nostalgia. This post was converted from the Merrow to a new profile: EQ. Forgive the double post.

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    Eddie C.

    Fun and interesting place for this straight guy. NO MORE LABATTS on draft!!! Only place I knew in SD that had it on draft. Pacifico, Modelo and Stella still on tap. Place jumping today and packed after some softball tournament ended up here.

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    Jerry V.

    Well it seems like you can't get drunk at this place . I went the other night to have a few drinks after I had dinner and the girl at the entrance was like you can't come in. I was like why I just got here so I asked to speak with the "manager " which he came and told me the same reason I was not able to come in . Last time I check it's a place to drink. I'm sure I'm not the only one that gets drunk once in a while . DONT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE YOURE BETTER OFF IN A BETTER PLACE TO DRINK SND NOT BE JUDGE.

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    Great news pace to pass the afternoon. Bar staff is great and it's a mellow place with a good crowd of regulars.

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    Awesome spot. Cody the bartender was on it and polite. Couldn't ask for a better happy hour.

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    Review Highlights - EQ

    I would also recommend Sabbat(industrial/ goth) and Blue Mondays (80s/Dark Wave) at this location.

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    U-31 - Cheap drinks that aren't bad!

    U-31

    3.4(750 reviews)
    1.4 miNorth Park
    $$

    Saloon Sunday at U 31 was an absolute vibe! From the moment I walked in, the good vibes were…read moreflowing--everyone was upbeat, welcoming, and ready to have fun. The music was great, the drinks were on point, and the country dancing made the night even better. Em does a fantastic job teaching the dance lessons--she's clear, patient, and makes it fun for dancers of all levels. One thing I've noticed, though, is that it seems like she only teaches a few dances now. I feel like she used to instruct more in the past, and it would be awesome to see her bring back a wider variety. Her instruction really adds to the night, and a few more dances would make Saloon Sunday even stronger. Honestly, Saloon Sunday should definitely happen more often--maybe even every Sunday. It's the perfect mix of great music, good drinks, friendly vibes, and fun dancing. Already looking forward to the next one!

    Wow... where do I even start?! Sunday night at U31 Country Saloon was absolutely incredible. U31…read morehas quickly become one of my favorite places to go line dancing, and every time I'm there it just gets better. I seriously wish they had country nights more than twice a month because I'd be there every time. The vibe is always so welcoming -- from the staff to the crowd, everyone is friendly and makes it such a fun, comfortable place to dance. Huge shoutout to Lexie for the amazing decorations -- she did such a beautiful job and really set the tone for the night. I also have to give some love to Country Dancing Em. Her lessons are always a blast, easy to follow, and full of good energy. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does, and it makes the whole experience even better. Already counting down the days until the next event -- I'll definitely be back on the dance floor!

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    Side Bar

    Side Bar

    4.4(201 reviews)
    2.5 miGaslamp
    Luxury
    Private events

    This place is awesome and one of my go-to spots downtown. It's always crowded, which says a lot…read more There's a front area with the main bar and tables where you can hang out, then a back area with a DJ and tables you can reserve for the night. The music is always great. Shoutout to Jason behind the bar. He's consistently friendly and makes the night even better. Honestly, the whole staff does a great job. If you're going with a group, I'd recommend getting a table since it can get really busy. On weekends they have a cover, and it's cash only. There's an ATM inside. Also, pay attention to the dress code. No baseball hats, and they do enforce it. Overall, it's a solid spot for a night out.

    Overall a nice nightclub and bar to hang out in downtown San Diego. It's right across the street…read morefrom the ACE parking lot called "Park It On Market" so easy parking. Parking is $10 after 6pm until 3am. The ambiance is modern and sexy. The front part of the venue is a bar with several tables and love seats spread throughout. There's also a small outdoor area with a few tables and bar stools if you need some fresh air. Behind the bar is the actual night club area with the DJ booth, several VIP tables, and a smaller bar. There isn't a dedicated dance floor so people are just dancing wherever there's space. You can get on the guest list through their website for free bar/club entry before 10pm. After 10pm, there is a cover fee of $20 per person. It was quiet around 930pm when we arrived but it got pretty busy by 1030pm and crowded by 1130pm. Note: the back night club area opens at 11pm. If you come before then, only the front bar area is open. They apparently serve food as well but we didn't try it this time. I felt service was great from the bartenders to security to the servers. The DJ was playing awesome hip hop music which was perfect for the vibe. They even have a professional photographer who takes your photo. If you like it, it's $20 for your picture in a frame. Two things that can make it even better: - wish there was a bigger dance floor for those without tables to enjoy the music and dance - wish there was more than 2 bathroom stalls in the women's restroom. With hundreds of people inside, the line can get pretty long.

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    Parq Nightclub

    3.6(740 reviews)
    2.3 miGaslamp, East Village
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    PARQ NIGHTCLUB @ DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO…read more Parking is available for street for pay or you can also purchase parking in their garage lots. I definitely wished Downtown was good for parking but it's the worse and can get pretty busy. I was invited to the Up & Up Festival Event yesterday for DJ Odd Mobb to perform, located at Parq Nightclub. The event started at 8pm but I did arrive at around 9:45pm, and the line was wrapped around the entire area. We did make it in within 10 minutes. The place was spacious, huge, and I really loved the ambiance. The decor makes it special and unique, there are also rooms downstairs! Overall, the venue itself was spacious and very well designed. The staff were friendly, but definitely were strict! I was able to get two guest passes for my friend and I to go behind the side stage which was nice! Overall, great place and vibes

    An absolute rip off. These guys will get you in for a free bottle of cheap champagne, charge you…read more$700 for a bottle of tequila in an empty ass club and then kick you out at 11:30pm WHEN THERES NO ONE ELSE THERE. It was a Friday night! I had bottle service and the security had the audacity to be mad that I called him sis for storing his bottle of water under our table after we had to get our own water, AGAIN WITH BOTTLE SERVICE. LITERALLY EVERY SERVER apologized for how bad this place sucked.

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    DanceJam

    DanceJam

    5.0(1 review)
    1.2 miNorth Park

    FRIDAYS, 9:00 pm to midnight $7.00 at the door, $5.00 if in…read morebefore 9:30 pm If you love to dance, but hate the club scene, this is your place. DanceJam is an open floor, mixed dance venue -- music ranges wildly, but tends mostly to worldbeat/latin, 80's and electronica. All styles and abilities welcome, on floor participation not required -- DJ is a great place for non-dancer you to bring your dance-lovin' honey to get the groove on. DJ is family-friendly: you can bring your kids if you like -- so pack up your mind, your muse, your munchkins, your moves, your mojo, your... oh, oops, sorry -- got stuck on the alliterative track for a mo'... whatever you like, truly. Comfortable clothes recommended, also socks or soft shoes for those who don't like to do their boogie barefoot. WHAT IT IS -- FUN: yes, I know -- *duh*. However, I've been to plenty of dance venues that completely failed this primary requisite. INCLUSIVE: everyone is welcome here, and that really does mean *everyone*, regardless of age, sexuality, race, shape, (or lack thereof!) other arbitrary definition or even the inclination to dance. ACCESSIBLE: located just around the corner from Claire de Lune at 30th and Kansas, DJ is easy to get to by any known means of transportation, public or private. NOTE -- parking *can* be a royal pain, and I recommend you do NOT park behind Acoustic Expressions. LOW-KEY: the crowd is very mellow, there is ***LOTS*** of seating for the tired / non-dancing folks, music is various enough to suit most tastes and the people watching opportunities are endless. WHAT IT IS *NOT* -- A MEAT MARKET: if you are looking for a hookup, don't look here -- *totally* wrong venue. A BAR: this is an alcohol, drug and smoke-free environment. BIAS ALERT -- I have been attending DJ for the 20+ years its various incarnations have been in existence -- *of course* I think it is a good thing... and I'm willing to bet you will too. Give it a try -- Tante Dio sez'

    Lips

    Lips

    4.2(1.1k reviews)
    1.4 miNorth Park
    $$$

    We had a blast here for a galentine's or early birthday celebration with my BBFF. The positive: we…read moremade reservations ahead & did not stand in line to long to get in. Promptly seated & orders taken soon after this by Indica who also was performing & did an absolutely stellar job!! Bottomless mimosas or Bloody Mary's are served with brunch & they are refilled frequently. Jordan never let a drink get a glass go empty. Our host for this show Paris continuously kept the crowd entertained with lots of laughter! I have gone to many drag show experiences, but this was probably in the top 5 for me & I would gladly attend another one on a visit back to Sd. A few negatives are although every seat is good- the table we were at sometimes caused the show lights to hit me directly in the eye so I had to divert my attention to performances. Our meal (we both ordered carne asada breakfast) was not really seasoned. I just would try something else next time I go. Overall I had a lot of fun at Lips & it's something I would highly recommend if you're in the area! Thank you for keeping the drag experience available semi locally for me!

    Great experience! We took our cousin here bc she has never been to a drag show and she loved it!…read more the performers are top notch and there was never a lull in the show and audience energy. They're sassy and fun The place is visually stunning, and aesthetic - everything to keep your eyes stimulated. It's perfect for bachelorettes, birthday parties, and whatever celebration you heart desires. Theres all you can drink brunch that if you're looking for something fun to do, this is your place!

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