Lounges near La Mesa, CA

“We had a nice meal here for my moms 80th birthday! The food was great and the service was amazing! They even let us bring our own cake! Our servers name was Dez and she went above and beyond! Our family has enjoyed Anthonys since I was a little kid, over 40 years! We love the atmosphere and will definitely keep coming back!“

“what a wonderful experience. they are so well cared for. beautiful cats that are so friendly and need so much love very clean and the cats have so much to climb on, play with, see and sleep. the hosts were amazing and even let me stay a bit longer. I had the best time. I'm coming bk!!!!!!“

“Simply the best!! Highly recommended!!“

“We had great time . Cocktail were very good 👍🏼“

“Some of the baddest cats in town show up for this jam!“

“One of my favorite bars in the city! Great cigars, deals on drinks, and a vibe that’s always chill but never boring. Staff makes you feel at home every time. I even love bringing in my board games here it’s the perfect spot to relax, hang with friends, and just enjoy the night. Easily one of my favorite bars in the city.“

“The Whiskey house isn’t just for whiskey! We enjoyed a great brunch outdoors. The cinnamon pancakes are to die for! Great service from Jackie!“

“Chillin’ by the pool with drinks!“

“Fool was locked out got me what I wanted“

“I really enjoy their lunch specials, order a penne pasta and it came with a side salad. Food was excellent and the staff was so friendly.“

“Just the best place in SD ❤️“

“Overall excellent steak dinner“

“Came in on a whim around midnight with a few friends after closing my bar. The bartender was very sweet and made us some pretty decent shots. The draft beers were ice cold and priced well. Quite a few people for a week night. We shot some pool and stayed till last call. I hadn’t been there in over 15 years. Completely forgot what a great dive bar it was and has always been. I’ll definitely be coming back more often.“

“Loved the space, the sound, and the people's energy. I look forward to djing and performing there again.“

“Casual Poolside Dining. Friendly Staff. Amazing Lobster Rolls. Nice Beer & Cocktail Selection. Comfortable Seating. Great Music.“

“Great service and a mixture of up scale and simple dishes. The menu is great and the bar has a good selection. Plenty of space in and out. So seating is not an issue. I Had a well cooked dish, but it was salty. My friend ordered the same and it was too. They took care of it and re-ordered. The 2nd day my food was perfect. Rations are big compared to other restaurant in the area. It’s a great experience and has a decent schedule for those staying at the hotel. Will comeback to upgrade this to a 5 stars.“

“angel was a gem, he went home before we can give him his tip. Give this man a raise! Period, king period! Thank you so much our engagement and sister in laws bday was 10 more times enjoyable because of you!“

“Went there to see my good friend DJ Yodah spin, and enjoyed the views and rooftop views for photo opps/selfies…“

“Walking back into SRO after years away felt like slipping into a memory you did not realize you missed — a soft, familiar glow, the buzz of conversation, and the kind of warmth that settles into your shoulders the second you walk in. This isn’t just a neighborhood bar; it’s one of those rare community anchors where the energy feels lived-in, loved, and completely unfiltered.

SRO has long been a haven for San Diego’s transgender and LGBTQ+ community. It’s the definition of a classic dive: no pretense, no attitude — just real people, real stories, and that easy, comfortable vibe you cannot manufacture. The pool league keeps things lively, the bartenders keep things relaxed, and the regulars create a sense of belonging that feels almost immediate.

After working in another gay bar in this neighborhood for over two decades, returning to SRO was surreal in the best way — I recognized faces I hadn’t seen in years. That kind of continuity is rare. It tells you everything about the heart of this place: people come back, and they stay connected.

If you’re looking for velvet ropes or curated aesthetics, this isn’t that bar. But if you want authenticity, comfort, laughter, and a place with a heartbeat — SRO is the kind of spot that becomes home without you even trying.

Highly recommended, especially if you appreciate a bar with real soul.“

“The first time you go your a stranger but it didn't feel uncomfortable because you could tell that you were in a friendly atmosphere. Good singers, delicious drinks, good company, excellent bartenders and an attentive KJ! Karaoke is on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9:00 pm until closing. Pool tables and darts. If you don’t sing come by anyway … you’ll be glad you did. Hey you’ll probably see me there!“

“Good food and friendly employees“

“Cody, Bellman a fine hospitable team member. Inflated 🚲 tire. 🎩 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“

“A neighborhood gem! Owners are wonderful people and have created a place with a lot of heart as well as being one of the best bottle houses in San Diego.“

“We were in downtown San Diego yesterday for a bachelor party with 19 of us, and the night completely changed thanks to the guy outside. A tall, tattooed gentleman approached us, super friendly, confident, and genuinely engaging. We were actually headed to another spot, but he had such good energy and made us feel so welcome that he convinced us to give his bar a shot. Best decision we made all night.

He personally hooked us up with champagne bottles and great drink deals (we ended up spending a lot of money there), you could tell he was single handedly packing the place with his hustle. I’d been to this bar a few months back and it was pretty dead, but last night it was buzzing, clearly because of him.

Huge shoutout to him for making the night unforgettable, and props to the bearded bartender and the blonde bartender as well, they kept the vibe going strong. Thanks for an epic night!

We will also be back to try his favourite dishes there, aguachile and wagyu burger.“

“Overall excellent steak dinner“

“Great rooftop bar with an amazing atmosphere and beautiful city views. It was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the evening. The drinks were good, the service was friendly, and the overall experience was excellent. I would definitely come back.“

“Uptown Tavern never disappoints. Great food and excellent drinks. Cheers!!“

“Having walked to the end of the promenade we called in to the Hilton and asked at the restaurant where the best place to order a drink would be. We were directed to the Pool Bar – a delightful area outside with comfortable seating. We ordered iced tea and when we asked for the bill we were told that there was no charge. Most impressive.“

“Stayed for a week at Hotel Republic. Trade restaurant is right next to the reception area inside the hotel. The hotel charges a daily 25$ fee and one of the perks from that is you can eat either at this restaurant or Topside on the floor above, with 25$ daily refund, even the morning you checkout - just need to charge it to your room. I was always having proper meals outside, but showed up 4 times during my stay here just to get something extra. Really liked their soup of the day - it was creamy potato the night I went. The steak fries plate is very oily and a huge size too. The breakfast burrito was okay. The hummus was really good. The staff are all very friendly.“

“Good food and fast service. Fair prices and expert help.“

“Food was unbelievable! Customer service was great. They brought us complimentary Michelada's as we had never had them before. Had to take a cab home after walking there because we had so much food! Will definitely return next time we are in San Diego!“

“Great spot, with Great employee's, I rented the Entire Club for a 50th Birthday Party that included food and drink. I highly recommend this Place.“

“The Shamrock drink I had for St. Patrick's day was DELICIOUS!!!! My kids don't eat meat off the bone; however, my son devoured the bone-in wings. The XL pretzel was my favorite. Shrimp cocktail was also good, as well as the Carne Asade taco.“

“Let's go walking Yes ok.“

“Where is the 10 star option for service? I was at the hotel for a few nights for work. The entire bar staff was so hospitable and professional — it’s Elijah who really distinguished himself. By my third of three nights, he knew my name, what I was drinking, and what I wanted to see on the TV (hockey). That young man embodies hospitality.“

“It was a busy morning and the receptionist alarmed us that service would be slow, I wonder if they could solve that by hiring more personnel. The waitstaff was very professional and nice. The food was good, it was all a very nice athmosphere.“

“A little pricey but you get what you pay for. Very nice cocktails in a fun environment.“

“Excellent drinks.. beautiful view…come on down!!“

“The Alibi is no longer, it is now the Malt House. What a refreshing difference. From the lighting to the layout this place is fab. They have pool and shuffle board and plenty of TVs for all of the sports fans. The bartender that I met is Eric and he is a really nice guy. He is courteous, sociable and efficient, these are qualities all bartenders should have. For those of us who were not regulars of the Alibi were not treated very well by the night bartender Laura. Well, she's no longer tending bar and it's a whole new atmosphere. If you're going to Santee or even just passing through I recommend a visit to the Malt House. Oh, I almost forgot, the bathrooms and patio that were in desperate need of an overhaul were remodeled, job very well done. I will definitely be patronizing the Malt House more often.“

“Such a great venue! Loved it!“

“I love it here and love the bartender Jess and Bernie and the djs“

“Los tragos, comida y el ambiente ✌🏼“

“This is my favorite spot to eat, drink, and dance in San Diego. I’ve had mixed experiences here due to how packed it gets. I think they could improve on how they treat customers who throw down $700 on food and give them better treatment and access to the nightclub. It was my birthday and after we spent $700 upstairs on food and we would have likely spent another $500 on drinks in the nightclub. However, they made us wait for 2 hours in line for the nightclub then asked us to pay another $120 to get inside. We were so livid that we went somewhere else. If they get more organized and give bigger spending customers priority, then this wouldn’t have happened. I work as a marketing director in Los Angeles in the nightclub scene and customers like this keep the business going. Their priorities need improvement.“

“Great vibes quality Music and quality People“

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“I came to Casablanca with the 619 party and had an absolute blast with my friends. This one was definitely one of my favorites out of the entire bar crawl with amazing service and such a fun atmosphere to celebrate the reopening of San Diego at!! Great place for a hangout for friends to catch up at!“

“Our server was pleasant but rarely checked in, drinks/food took a very long time, and then went on break. He told us he had turned us over to another server to cover while on break but we finally had to flag someone down to order dessert. Can't beat the setting, though!“

“Just a great spot with good food and nice staff. We will be back for sure!“

“This place is cool. The waiters are super nice but there is an automatic 20% tip charge so beware of that when booking a section that was supposed to be $1000 minimum purchases. I was always charge $1269 but the receipt I came home with says $1139. So don’t know where that extra $130 went towards. As well as they have a $200 deposit beforehand of the day of the event.“

“Good music, good customer service and good vibes! Love it here 🖤“