The Gentle Penguin

289 3rd Ave, Chula Vista
(619) 565-2156

Recent Reviews

Rando Schmo (SparrinaTheMad)

tiny but adorable, very

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Claudia Lugo

First time at this bar. The gentleman behind the bar had great customer service - very friendly and hospitable. I am assuming he was the owner because we were speaking about the renovation. It is currently a temporary beer service only due to the kitchen renovation. I am pretty sure that once done, it will be an even greater place to be. I was there for a friends birthday and we had a great time. It was karaoke night. We had a great time here. It's definitely a place to hang out and enjoy the music and time with friends! I will most likely return.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 5

Endya S.

I've been recently going here for a few weeks. Always a great vibe, nice music, good drinks. I saw a fight here once, it was immediately taken care of by security and everyone went back to having a great time.

Luis Escobar

Cool place to have some drinks and listen to music. The DJ always plays good

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Johnnie Scott

We went to see DJ Christian 805, baddest and most creative DJ on the planet! Bartenders were quick and responsive, drinks reasonably priced. Liked the low key lounge in the back for conversation. Front of the place was jumping of course. Recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Elizabeth

Love the place, best drinks...

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

David R.

Fun bar, cool staff. Oh, and they're building a rooftop bar/performance space which would be great.

Vinitzia B.

This place used to be so fun. They shut down for a while to "remodel" and it has not been the same since. Can barely hear the music, no more dancing just not a very good time.

Tallly R.

Shady ass bar. Don't go here unless you want to put yourself in the position of getting robbed or jumped. The workers or someone in charge are definitely involved. Save yourself and go somewhere safer.

Davida Garcia

Needs way better music and another bathroom and to connect the back to the front or have the back have its own dj.

Desi T.

The place is small, the drinks are horrible. Idk what alcohol they use but it was horrible, probably the worst drink I had from any bar at 3rd Ave... the event ended at 12, and they never gave a "last call" they just expected people to run out the place, leaving drinks at the tables. A guy who was finishing his beer was assaulted by the "bouncer" And thrown out. Workers have zero sense of good customer service. Rude and careless.

Hector Coronado

I dont come to this spot often but its always a good time. At times they have live music but mostly DJ's. The bar has great drinks and they have a lounge area if you dont want to be in front near the DJ. Just get their a little early it does get full or reserve your table so you have seating available to you if that is your thing.

Omar Mora

Had a great time with friends. Liked the music and environment

Dulce P.

What a cool amazing venue. We ventured inside right as they opened at 6pm, unfortunately live entertainment started at 8pm. This spot is located on busy 3rd avenue in downtown Chula Vista and has been open for 5 years. The decor is very slick and has those velvety couches. The front has a stage for live entertainment and a whole wall of wines. Yes they sell wines and beer at the moment as they are currently undergoing construction by adding a kitchen downstairs and another bar upstairs. There is a lounge in the back with tvs and more velvety seating to relax and have a glass of wine. A great classy place for a date night while catching your favorite game. Cannot wait to see what the new remodel brings! Will definitely be able to walk her for date nights!... Owner/staff was extremely friendly and accommodating and answered all of our questions. We definitely loved the feel of the atmosphere. There is a dress code (no shorts, no hoodies etc).

Ricardo Arriaga

Place is small packed doesnt sell liquor just beer music is w.e.

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