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    3.3 (695 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Dianna H.

    Came here for one of the private karaoke rooms and had a good time. One of my friends organized a big karaoke party in their VIP room, which was massive and was more than enough to fit the ~20 of us that were there. You have to go up to the front of the room and use the big screen to order a song. I didn't look closely at the selection but at least I was able to find all the English songs I was looking for. We ordered some soju cocktails to share. The peach and yogurt were both tasty. On my way to the bathroom, I walked around the back of the restaurant and was impressed by how many private karaoke rooms they had available, in all sizes. Would recommend this place looking to anyone looking for a private karaoke experience in San Diego!

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    Emmett T.

    I hadn't been back to HIVE for several years when I had visited with different groups on multiple occasions. Because of its internal corner location in a plaza within the Convoy District, the business was not highly visible from the street. The parking lot can be very congested during peak meal hours as there are several neighboring restaurants. I recently came in the mid-afternoon on a weekend when there were no other customers. One thing this place has going for it was space. The suite was cavernous which can actually be disadvantageous if you want to hold a conversation because of the ambient noise at night. At one point, there was an arcade to supplement the entertainment options. Regarding the karaoke, the number of available rooms was impressive. It's most likely one of the largest setups in the SD area. Some of the extra square footage has been converted to an adjacent Korean eatery that shares the same kitchen. The offerings have evolved over the years with a rice chicken vendor operating the food services for a while. From the one-page menu, I selected the Gyoza and a six-piece order of Honey Garlic Wings. The gyoza was served as five fried beef dumplings with a vinegar-based dipping sauce. The dumplings were crunchy with a decent amount of filling. The wings had a heavy coating of batter. The honey garlic sauce was applied inconsistently as the intensity of the flavor varied between the pieces. I felt bad for the bartender who served me because he looked bored without anyone else at the bar. It made me wonder if the management should consider opening HIVE no earlier than 5 pm. My latest visit was at a three star level.

    Camille S.

    Finally got to check out Hive for the first time and had so much fun! I feel like sometimes the karaoke system is kind of difficult when it comes to queueing up song, but this was SUPER easy. There's a separate tablet for both ordering food and for songs. It was only the 4 of us, so we were in one of their smaller rooms and honestly it was the perfect size it felt like we had a potluck bc of all the food we ordered but the wings were def our fav!!!! SO GOOD, tried basically all flavors

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    June K.

    Wow, the ambience of this place is spacious and stellar! Walking in, I'm immediately impressed by the classy and modern decor. It's charming, cool, and relaxing. A good friend came to town and after dining at Paik's Noodle, we decided to pay a visit for some refreshing drinks. Here are the main things that I like about this karaoke/bar based on my experience: (A). This spot provides a good space to relax and unwind from a long working day or week because of its clean, modern, and spacious ambience. The women's restrooms are cleaned. This reveals a lot about cleanliness and how well-maintained a business operates. (B). Service is great. Our drinks were ready in less than 5 minutes. (C). They have a variety of drinks and food to explore and enjoy. I ordered a non-alcoholic drink for only $7. It was refreshing and perfect for those who like a light drink. Don't let the overall Yelp reviews rating deter you from coming to this spot. You can come for the food and drinks, not only for the karaoke if you like. If you're looking for a spot for any occasions, this place is it! Check out their Instagram page for additional information and any special events.

    Jessi E.

    When you first walk in, there's a bar for ordering drinks or food. The karaoke rooms are behind the bar, and they reach have their own style of room (ours was cowboy themed). The rooms were huge, we definitely could fit like 20 people in the room. The food was really good! Expensive, but tasted great. We ordered the fries and beef japchae. The service was prompt and friendly, we could either order at the bar and they would take it to the room we were in, or order on the little tablet in the room.

    Ants everywhere, including next to my food. Yum.

    Would give this 0 if I could. Let's start with the big infestation, after waiting 10 min at a 1/4 filled bar I was given a drink complete with 2 live bugs swimming in it. Then as I look around there is ants EVERYWHERE. I mean EVERYWHERE. I've attached a picture showing them freely climbing on the post next to where my food was served. The female bartender seemed checked out and solely focus on the gentlemen who I overheard were friends that came in to see her, one of which was so clearly over served yet kept being served. I was in the area car shopping for hours after I had worked 8hrs previously and thought this would be a good place to watch my Padres an have some grub, little did I know it would be just as unenjoyable as dealerships had been just before. Hopefully they have better/acquire better management and bartenders, maybe hire an exterminator for customers sake as well. Won't be going back. Wouldn't recommend going.

    Don julio, fruit side, 2hrs karaoke, and refills

    So we went today for a friends birthday... one thing I was not aware of is the " gratuity charge" we got the silver package which was $280 but totaled to 320.00 with a $50 gratuity charge, staff did help but not as much for a $50 gratuity charge plus tax, we got our drinks sang our karaoke sang and got 1 refile, so just be aware of the extra charges they be putting I will not be going again, round one has better prices and friendly charge "hidden fees"

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    Jennifer V.

    Ray's the man... I sort of was confused by the entry of the establishment. But all my confusion subsided once I was greeted by the warmth of Ray. He was welcoming, friendly, and patient. As well as thorough in how the karaoke rooms worked. This was my first time and each time forward I want my experience like the one I received from Ray. The karaoke room was fantastic. Food and drinks were delieved to the room. Everyone in my party enjoyed the food, drinks, and singing our hearts out!

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    My group was there for a birthday party and Carissa was amazing! She made our night so much fun!

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    Carissa and Xavier are the best! Couldn't recommend this place more! If yall go ask for them you'll have the best night

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    Xavier was great... appreciate of his service! Super attentive and made for a great time!

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    I had a great time! They have a lot of of songs and it's easy to find songs because of the iPad

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    Ask the Community - Hive

    Is this place going to be closed and is it going to be coco ichibanya?? trying to make reservations for september but can't.

    Hello Julie, We are open!… 

    Do they use the Karafun catalogue or something different?

    Hello Karina, Thank you for your question.… 

    Do they have kid friendly options for music/songs?

    Are our own food and drinks allowed?

    Are the karaoke rooms open during COVID?

    Yes, they take reservations online.

    Does anybody know if they're open? Automated response says they reopened September 1st from 4:30-10:30 pm Mon-Sat, but nobody has been answering calls during business hours.

    Yes they are open. Karaoke rooms in the back are also available. I called to book mine.

    How much is karaoke?

    I got a small room for $40/hr. It can prob fit 5-6 people comfortably.

    Is it 21+?

    No it is not 21 and up

    Just wondering, Are you still open?

    Yes still open

    What is the age requirement?

    Minors or those under 21 (except 10 and under) do not require a chaperone to use the karaoke rooms before 9:30 PM.

    How many people can fit in the biggest karaoke room?

    Their biggest karaoke room can definitely fit at least 50. They rage from medium to smaller rooms. They also opened up a speakeasy restaurant that's also there called, Pocha.

    Are kids allowed, 12y.o and under?

    It's a bar.

    Does anyone know if Hive has updated their song selection within the past year? As of Halloween 2017 they hadn't updated in over a year.

    Yes

    What is the music selection?

    It's a good mix of old and new mainstream hits, but also with some Korean, Tagalog, etc. songs as well. Don't be surprised if you can't find your signature karaoke song but they have a great selection!

    Is this kid friendly during the day and dinner time?

    How's the karaoke?

    The karaoke was great. The rooms were pretty big, but it probably just depends on how many people go and that determines the size room you get. But it's pretty great and I'd go back again. They provide two microphone and the remote (the thing you… 

    What time does the AYCE Lunch special start/end?

    Lunch $9.99 11am-5pm dinner $14.99 5p-9pm

    Have any gluten free options?

    Yeah. Oysters $1 each for happy hour. check out the menu https://www.hivesd.com/food-menu/

    You are not allowed to watch on the big screen on the floor if you have a karaoke reservation, and you should stay in that karaoke room? This what your security guy said (who are wearing black suit)

    If it's for an event fight that is being charged for and karaoke people don't pay that charge to watch that event it totally makes sense

    I heard there's a cover charge? Is this true?

    HIVE has cover charges during special events such as but not limited to, Special DJs, UFC PPV Fights, any PPV Broadcast events.

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    6.9 mi•Little Italy
    •$$

    False Idol is a tiki bar and speakeasy hidden away at the back of Craft & Commerce. Although…read moreindistinguishable from the outside, the entrance to the speakeasy is clear once you enter Craft & Commerce. Our hostess was really nice and let us sit although a couple of our party members were running late. On that note - reservations for a table are quite hard to get here. My friend just happened to see one pop up on OpenTable and immediately grabbed it. If you don't have a reservation, it's standing room only.  After walking through a cavern of glowing skulls, you emerge into a lively Tiki atmosphere. Colorful glass baubles hang from the ceiling suspended by a rope netting while Tiki effigies stare at you from the walls. There's even a small waterfall in the back corner. The atmosphere inside is lively and busy. The floor is packed with standing patrons chatting about. Lucky for us, we got to sit at one of the few tables they had available. Every once few minutes, the ceiling thunders because one of the groups orders a punch bowl, complete with sound effects and pyrotechnics. My favorite drink of the night was the Mac Nut Chi Chi. It was sweet and creamy, which contrasted very nicely with the salted macadamia nut. I liked it so much, I even asked for the recipe. Another drink I enjoyed was the Saturn, which is a classic Tiki drink. In comparison to the other drinks of the night, this one felt a bit more posh. It was served up and simple and elegant in its presentation. On the nose, it was very refreshing and citrusy, and on the palate, it was light and refreshing with floral notes. I also enjoyed the Reserve Mai Tai, which was quite strong. I can definitely see why it's so hard to get a table at False Idol. I had an amazing time and would totally come back.

    This is a very small but beautifully decorated tiki bar inside the Craft & Commerce restaurant. I…read morerecommend making a reservation but you can also try walking in (you may be allowed access but may not get a table, so be prepared to stand). The place is not exactly hidden; there is a host stand near the entrance. For what it is worth, the parking lot next door to False Idol and Craft & Commerce should be renamed Butch Cassidy, not because of the entertaining movie, but because it charges highway robbery rates. We paid $40 on a Friday night. That is...outrageous. The menu at False Idol is long and delightful and the drinks are delicious. As far as I can tell, none of the drinks are blended, so sorry for you Pina Colada fans, which includes me. They also offer three mocktails. We tried a Mac Nut Chi Chi (macadamia based) and a Chi Breeze mocktail (also macadamia based). They were both very nice. I appreciated the detail in the menu. If you want stronger and boozier drinks, they are available. If you want something lighter, they have that, too. Most of the drinks seemed reasonably priced. The lighting and music were excellent. When someone ordered a shareable "bowl" drink, loud volcano rumbling noises played and the lighting flickered. That was fun. As a tiki fan, I would return, but I would never, ever park in that evil thieving parking lot next door again.

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    False Idol - Rum Old Fashioned

    Rum Old Fashioned

    False Idol - Isn't it gorgeous?!

    Isn't it gorgeous?!

    False Idol - Tiki themed decor

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    Tiki themed decor

    Polite Provisions - Uncle Jalapeño

    Polite Provisions

    4.3(2k reviews)
    4.3 mi•University Heights, North Park
    •$$

    Always a 5 Star experience when gathering for drinks here…read more Over the years, the names have changed for the provider of Polite Provision's delicious orderable food to go along with their polite provisions. Items such as scrupulously prepared meatballs, fried polenta, spaghetti with mushroom sauce, etc., from the prior next-door, connected purveyor "Soda and Swine"...but those days are done ...I digress. And where is Soda and Swine's Yelp page? I know I did a review, but now the page appears gone completely in search? Nah, it's just hidden, presumably to accommodate Fortunate Sons, which opened about a year ago after re-construction of both establishments. I'm too lazy to see if still owned by Consortium Group. I did search my reviews and found my updated Soda & Swine review dated 8 & 10 years ago. O_o !! Now, food is still served, however, there's a new name in town called "Fortunate Son" (next door, connected). Apparently, food now served is Asian-inspired. I've not visited recently to taste. The North Park area is a great neighborhood with many different types of food close by. While you're there, don't forget to stop by "An's Dry Cleaners", where the most inventive gelato's, ice creams and sorbets come from.

    You can order from the bar or your table. Lots of different seating options indoors and outdoors…read more Very extensive drink menu almost too many options. The drinks we ordered were good and service didn't take too long. Right next to Fortunate Son so you can order food from them and enjoy in their bar.

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    Polite Provisions - Want. Make. Disco.

    Want. Make. Disco.

    Polite Provisions - Real oil lamps!

    Real oil lamps!

    Polite Provisions - Art deco

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    Art deco

    Noble Experiment - Spiced banana flip! Delicious!

    Noble Experiment

    4.5(1.9k reviews)
    7.5 mi•East Village, Core
    •$$

    My husband and I recently spent some days in San Diego. He found this speak easy and we decided we…read moreneeded to try it out. This was definitely the highlight of our trip. From the spooky, dark, skulls old school ambiance and decor, to the experience of not ordering from a menu, everything about it made it feel unique and curated making it feel like a true individualized experience. As mentioned, there are no menus. We sat at the bar, the bartender makes casual conversation with you regarding the types of drinks you enjoy. He curated something for both my husband and I based on what we shared we enjoyed. The drinks were delicious. The entry was very cool! It felt as if you were entering a hidden spot - which you do. When you enter the restaurant, you let the hostess know you're there for the Noble Experience. She let us know to head to the wall with the kegs (which is actually a door). You enter and there's a small waiting area where you're greeted by another hostess. This place is a 20/10. We can't wait to return on our next visit to SD.

    Drinks are hit and miss. No menu bar is more gimmicky than anything…read more I'm sure there's some set menu that the bartenders just play off of and quality of the drinks really really just depends on who's your bartender. First round was great, not exactly what we ordered but still quality cocoktail. Second round was not good at all. And especially not what we ordered lol The wait on off days can be 5-10 minutes. Busy days it can be 1-2 hours. Drinks: 5/10 Service: 6/10 Atmosphere: 7/10 Value: 4/10

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    Noble Experiment - Strawberry cucumber Gin cocktail

    Strawberry cucumber Gin cocktail

    Noble Experiment - Ceiling and chandelier

    Ceiling and chandelier

    Noble Experiment - Skull wall

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    Skull wall

    Hive - korean - Updated October 2026

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