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The SRO Lounge

4.0 (146 reviews)
InexpensiveGay Bars, Lounges, Cabaret
Open • 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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Loud
Juke Box
Divey
Classy

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Christopher J.

Bartender was nice. The vibe of the bar was status quo dive bar. Older crowd of people.

I will bartender Robert and two patrons playing pool in the middle of the day. Only in San Diego. Looks like two liars oops I mean lawyers
David S.

Well no I'm not gay. In fact I'm not lgbtq plus plus plus or minus. I just love the vibe here. Robert is outstanding. My partner is a she and she is my better half. The drinks here are very, very strong. The music is fun. The atmosphere is fun and parking on the street after 6:00 p.m. Is free. What else do you want from a bar that's been around for just about 50 years come here you won't regret it. Oh and the service Robert is serving us not only serving us but he's singing and his voice is supreme. Last time I was here which was the first time I was here. Service was A+

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Super fun during the day and at night on the weekends. Im straight and have always had a blast!

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10 months ago

The bar tender was rude! I don't like this tiny little place. I will never come back here again.

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Amazing bar! The vibe was awesome and the staff were fantastic! It was inviting, fun, and friendly:)

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2 years ago

Comfortable. Haven't been in five years or so and used to be very cool place where you could be you.

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Marty is fucking greattt!! He provided w everything we needed we're definitely coming back I loveeeeeeee itttt

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2 years ago

Meh. It's ok and not that bad. Place smells like urine and tobacco, otherwise it's a place to have a beer before you go to another bar.

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18 year olds allowed in?

21+ only.

Hello, are you open again? I've tried calling the number but get a busy signal.

YES ! 2021 Aug. [ OPEN ] Same owners - Same Vibe💃 💃 Sat Nights after 10pm 👯‍♀️ it gets very busy !

What is the average age here? As someone in his mid 20s, would I find other people my age?

25 - 35 years old

What is the average age of the clientele here? As someone in their mid 20s, would I see other people my age?

After midnight the very hot and gorgeous people come in.

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“I wanted to check it out because of me being a transgender woman and this being known as the only transgender bar in San Diego.”

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Flicks

Flicks

3.2(378 reviews)
1.7 mi•Hillcrest
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Flicks is one of my go-to spots in Hillcrest. During the week, it has much more of a…read moreneighborhood-bar feel, with mostly locals and great weekly entertainment like karaoke, trivia, and bingo. The daytime bartenders are the best and a big part of what makes this place such a great local hangout during the week. Weekends have a different vibe and tend to bring in more out-of-towners, so you get a bigger mix of people and a livelier crowd. Whether you want a laid-back afternoon, something fun to do during the week, or a busier night out on the weekend, Flicks is always a good time.

Decided to stop by here last night, and unfortunately I felt so uncomfortable. The place was…read moreabsolutely wall-to-wall with people, normally would say that's a good thing but this was dangerous. Honestly, this could probably be a really great spot, but they seriously need to pay closer attention to capacity limits. There comes a point where a packed bar stops feeling fun and starts feeling like a human game of Tetris. I definitely don't wish anything bad on a gay bar or a space that's meant to be safe and welcoming for our community. That's exactly why I think this is worth saying: if there were ever a fire, emergency, or any situation where everyone needed to get out quickly, the level of overcrowding I experienced could become incredibly dangerous, very fast. Hopefully management takes a closer look at this, because a fun night out should be memorable for the right reasons -- not because you spent half of it wondering where the nearest emergency exit was.

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Rich's - DJ area and stage

Rich's

3.1(418 reviews)
1.7 mi•Hillcrest
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Never left a review but I have to shout out the bottle service experience at Richs! Not only…read morecompetitively the best priced in San Diego, Downtown could never! Best part tho THE VIP HOSTESS!!! HOLY SHHH!! Not only is she stunning but Jazmine is beyond professional. From start to finish she has everything in order. She made my whole party laugh, checked in before, during, and thanked us the day after. We all wanted to invite her over for a bbq that's how much she made us feel welcome! Best bottle experience ever. We will be back and we can't wait to see Jazmine! 10 stars!!!!

I had my phone stolen out of my purse on the dance floor last night, which seems to be a common…read moreoccurrence based on many other reviews. None of the security or other staff would help me, I ended up just taking a small slip for their lost and found number. I am beyond heartbroken, I have lost years of irreplaceable photos and videos. I will never come to Rich's again, they have allowed this club to be a place where thievery is a common occurrence and I don't think anyone should accept this. People deserve to have a night out without having to worry if someone will pickpocket them and people deserve to be safe when they are drinking and vulnerable. Rich's is infested with experienced and organized pickpockets. At best, Rich's is incompetent, complicit and turning a blind eye but it is likely that someone is involved and allows this to continue.

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Rich's - Dance floor

Dance floor

Rich's - Outside Patio Decorations

Outside Patio Decorations

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San Diego Eagle

3.1(73 reviews)
2.4 mi•North Park
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Eagle San Diego is the last and only Leather and Levi cruise bar located in North Park in a city…read morewith a population of over one million. Sad to say, but the advent of the internet and the inevitable generational changes have decimated bars and other small businesses.  San Diego Eagle's basically a dive bar which serves as an all male sanctuary where men yearn for the camaraderie of other men in real time and not in some online virtual space or hookup app. It is a place where men want to be exclusively surrounded by male hormones & pheromones. You can have anything you want as long as it's mostly BEER. Very "blue collar" feel as most Eagles the world over are apt to be. It's a place to let your hair down, burp, scratch crotches, tell your buddy that he's a bitch. Some of the clientele may be professionals, academics, entrepreneurs, but they're wearing torn jeans, "wife beaters", rough boots.  Prissy clean queens, who complain about how dirty, smelly, low down, funky with their noses up in the air, enter at their own risk. It's man's country with little of the niceties. You're not going to get Krug Grande Cuvée Brut nor Dom Pérignon here, and I'm perfectly happy with that. Go to the Addison for the fancy stuff.  In our increasingly digitized world, it's comfortIng to know there is a real bar with real people, drinking beer and talking schit.  4 stars  PS  Only drawback: Good luck tryIng to find any street parking at all even on a late weekday afternoon.

Never been here (but always wanted to come) during one of our many visits to SD. This place…read moreappears to be the only LGBTQ+ bar that has weekend happy hour; however, when I googled it online it states HH from open (2pm) til 7pm but those hours are incorrect as there's chalkboard signage that states HH fr 4 to 7. Anyhow, this bar is much smaller than I had anticipated and luckily we arrived half an hr after opening as it was dead and I couldn't imagine how it is packed. As for drinks, top shelf Tito's is way overpriced at 12 bucks each, no thanks (not sure if cheaper during HH). Bartender was friendly though.

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San Diego Eagle - Eagle: Low Down, Dirty, Smelly in a good way. Germophobics: Enter at your own risk.

Eagle: Low Down, Dirty, Smelly in a good way. Germophobics: Enter at your own risk.

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Urban MO’s

4.1(1.4k reviews)
1.7 mi•Hillcrest
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Urban Mo's, or Mo's as most folks know it by, is located in the heart of Hillcrest and is honestly…read morea huge piece of this community and some would even say, one of the heartbeats of the gay scene in San Diego/Hillcrest. And honestly, I wouldn't argue with that! Mo's is much more than just a bar, it's a community gathering spot for all. They offer all the classic bar vibes, but also have a pretty solid food menu as well. The space occupies a full corner of Hillcrest and offers a large outdoor patio/bar, inside bar, small dining area and then a theater/stage where all the magic of drag shows, bingo, etc...happens! Over the years and during each visit, a stop in at Mo's is always a must. I've been by for just cocktails, drag brunch and even just brunch. Each time we enjoy ourselves from entry to exit from service, drinks, food and of course, vibes. Their food is surprisingly good quality for a spot like this. If eating, we are usually enjoying brunch and the chilaquiles are always my choice, especially when adding chorizo! I usually pair it with a house cocktail and my go-to for brunch is the Bloody Mary. Speaking of drinks, this is a gay bar...so be prepared, as they will be a bit stronger than you are used to! Overall, absolutely love Mo's, and everything it stands for, what they have done and what they continue to do for the Hillcrest neighborhood!

Urban MO's is one of my favorite spots in Hillcrest. It has a fun, casual bar and restaurant…read moreatmosphere and is always a good time, especially on the weekends. The Hangover Burger is one of my favorites and is super delicious and filling. I also usually get the Blackout Frozen Lemonade. It can definitely get a little loud when the place is packed and everyone is talking, so I wouldn't necessarily come here expecting a quiet brunch. But that's also part of the lively atmosphere. They also have a separate area toward the back where they sometimes host entertainment and events.

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Urban MO’s - Halloween decorations

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Urban MO’s - One of the inside bars

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Pecs Bar

Pecs Bar

3.8(182 reviews)
2.0 mi•North Park
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Fun, great bartenders and a nice, diverse crowd. Great bar for a Saturday night, was visiting from…read moreout of town and had a great time.

Return Pecs in my MBL Vest, yes!…read more This all inclusive Bear and Leather Bar is one I'd frequent for sure if I was a local and will return to again whenever I'm in San Diego. Double patios. Double Bars. Plenty of room. Great happy hour. Cool events including cigar socials, 90s music nights, themed nights, a pool table, good seating and great service. The happy hour beer special was stellar. $10 for a pitcher of Bud Light I shared with guy. Plus 90s Night with nostalgic classics for this made in the 80s baby, was 10 kinds of perfect. It's so easy going and chill here, but also very social and friendly at the same time. It reminds me a little of my home bar in North Hollywood, Los Angeles (The Bullet Bar). Bartenders are amazing (including Dutch who I remember from his days at Redwing) and I even got to reconnect with some of my SD friends I haven't seen in 7 years. Nor been into Pecs since 2018. I've been here during San Diego Pride in summer (July), causal hangs in the winter (like now) and a variety of fun things. We've been in a bit this weekend. Including on our way to tthe "Bad Bunny Bowl"! But also Go Seahawks! Nice bar eats when available. Veggie friendly. Website could use a little modernized tlc, but their IG and FB stay updated. Parking isn't your bestie, boyfriend, sir, or someone you know well lol, but the true locals recommend a ride share, early times and carpooling. We drove around on a Saturday night for quite a while and lucked into a sort of parking spot without restrictions. Restrooms are solid. Seating around the bar area and on the outskirts including a long beach or two fills up, but if you're patient something will open up. They typically card everyone at the door so please bring your non expired ID since no matter your age it's prohibited to serve adult beverages to anyone. Pecs does it's best to be a great bar so let's do our best to keep it that way. Open 12PM til Midnight daily, and until 2AM on Friday/Saturday.

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Pecs Bar
Pecs Bar
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insideOUT

4.4(1.5k reviews)
1.8 mi•Hillcrest
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Great service & atmosphere! The food was so good. Our…read morereservation was at 2pm and they only offered breakfast with maybe 2-3 items could be lunch items such as salad, burger, and chilaquiles. I recommend making reservations. I believe parking in the area is limited 2 hrs.

See and be seen, especially in the oasis-like outdoor courtyard surrounded by a residential…read morecomplex--how fun for the neighbors... ;) Having made an early Saturday evening reservation, our party of 4 was seated promptly upon arrival. Our friendly server helped us navigate the Cali-Med menu, including several seasonal offerings, and we ended up sharing everything family-style except our drinks: DESERT MULE prickly pear syrup, lime, pineapple juice, simple syrup, muddled basil, kefir ginger soda ATAY SPRITZ angels envy bourbon, spearmint, sencha green tea, la marca prosecco, lemon CRIMSON SMOKE illegal joven mezcal, ginger bitters, lime juice, prickly pear SAUCY LITTLE TART deep eddy lemon vodka, chinola passion fruit liqueur, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, sprite LEMON CREOLE JUMBO PRAWNS romesco, pickled fresno chili, frisee, marcona almonds, fresh herbs KIMCHI POKE TOSTADA sashimi grade ahi, foraged seaweed, house-made kimchi, petite herbs, furikake ROQUETTE ARUGULA & PICKLED GREEN STRAWBERRIES persian cucumber, chamomile-sicilian lemon balsamic, humboldt fog, tajine, crispy shallots BRAISED LAMB SHANK TAGINE ras el hanout, apricot, walnut, barberry, saffron basmati rice, mint salsa verde CREMA CATALANA spanish crème brûlée infused with orange zest and warm spices BAKLAVA ICE CREAM SANDO pistachio & walnut baklava with ice cream and afloral honey syrup HOUSE BEIGNETS

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insideOUT - Spring oasis

Spring oasis

insideOUT - Dip and chips

Dip and chips

insideOUT - Pear mocktail

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Pear mocktail

Gossip Grill - Bruschetta:
Whipped goat cheese, pistachio pesto, drizzle of hot honey, topped with toasted pistachio crumbles on toast points

Gossip Grill

4.0(1.2k reviews)
1.7 mi•Hillcrest
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I wanted to write an updated review since quite a few of their menu items have changed. I consider…read moremyself a regular here, coming once or twice a week so I have tried a lot of the menu! I also have met a lot of the staff. Every staff member is absolutely wonderful. From the servers, to the bartenders, to security. I always feel at home here. My favorite food here is now the Hummus plate, tacos, and fried cauliflower! But overall, they really do have something for everyone here. You will find something on the menu that you want, trust me. Drinks are always strong and perfect. Music is on point, though I don't usually come on the weekends for the DJs, just normal ambience music which I always love. I bring my dog here often as well, they are dog friendly on the patios! Overall, one of my favorite places in the city.

Every time we're in San Diego, we make it a point to stop by Gossip Grill, usually 2-3 times per…read moretrip. It's one of the few lesbian bars left in the US, so that alone makes it a must-visit, but the experience keeps us coming back. The vibe is always energetic, and the staff genuinely make it special, their personalities suit the place perfectly. Even though we're just visiting, they make you feel like a local who's been coming in forever. It has that neighborhood bar feel every single time. Food-wise, this last visit we had the steak sandwich and it was delicious. Their chicken fingers and fries are also excellent and as a self-proclaimed chicken finger connoisseur, that's saying something. Also a great spot if you're nursing a rough "morning" (or afternoon depending on when you roll out of the house) after. Gossip Grill is a staple every time we're in town, and Hillcrest in general just has such a great energy. Highly recommend.

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Gossip Grill - Ratatouille:
Eggplant, zucchini, tomato, squash, portobello mushroom roasted in a tomato sauce, topped with melted cheese, crostini

Ratatouille: Eggplant, zucchini, tomato, squash, portobello mushroom roasted in a tomato sauce, topped with melted cheese, crostini

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