Part Time Lover

3829 30th St, San Diego
(619) 932-4434

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Angie Diaz

This bar is very overrated and overpriced.

The place is TINY and they let so many people in, so there’s nowhere to sit. It feels like an inclosure; too crowded so it feels like a sauna inside.

Very very loud so you can barely hear anything.

Drinks are INSANELY overpriced, $18-$25 a drink.

Do not recommend, I’m not coming back.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Kiana Daniels

This establishment is owned by consortium holdings. In my opinion there are many locally owned establishments that are smaller businesses , family owned, or community staples, that I would much rather support. Consortium holdings owns this establishment, along with the new branding of The Lafayette, Polite provisions, and many other business spanning from UTC to downtown. Sure these establishments are hip and swanky but that's easy to achieve when you have the assets to do so.
It's always been crucial to be mindful of how we conduct ourselves as consumers. It's one thing when our hands feel tied with the day to day necessities but especially when it comes to our vices and retail therapy, where we shop and dine matters.
SUPPORT your LOCALLY OWNED establishments!

*just to name a few*
Records:
-Vinyl junkies Record Shack ( est 2012)
- Beat box records (est 2014)

Dine:
- The Mission
-Ranchos Cocina ( Vegan)
-Queenstown Public house

Bar:
-The Rabbit hole ( Est 2014 owned by Social syndicate, but they are local and aim to restore rather than gentrify)
-Cantina Mayahuel

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 2

Cole Cecconi

I just wish they had a better vinyl selection and some dedicated listening rooms for those shopping for records

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 5

Hannah Lambert

Nice jazzy vibe. Went on a busy weekday night and there was a little bit of a wait to get a drink at the bar. Lots of seating areas and low lighting for cool atmosphere 😎

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 3

Lauren Jones

Wow what can I say? This place was GREAT! As soon as we walked in the staff greeted us and they were very friendly. I really loved listening to vinyl and the vinyl store located inside. The atmosphere here is really chill and has great energy with historic looks. For a Monday night this place was bustling!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jennifer Southern - Milot

Maybe would have loved to spend money at this place but didn't get a chance to barely walk through the door. The bartender yelled at us to see or id's so we handed them to him. My husband informed him he just renewed it so it is an expired ID with the paper from the DMV showing it's been renewed ( Feel like this is pretty standard) and he immediately said no and couldn't give any real reason except they are just picky about that stuff. My husband is 45 by the way. If you are that serious about checking ids maybe hire a door person or at least train employees better on what valid id's are. I honestly felt the bartender was too busy to be bothered with it. Waste of our time

Service: 1

A. Richardson

Need more bartenders and seating. Friday and Sat, this place is packed to the rim around 630pm.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Lovers Stone

Ashleigh Motz

Immaculate vibes

Atmosphere: 5

bryan lane

Saturday evening, busy to the point it took 30 minutes to get a drink, swanky dim light. Sexy people chill vibe

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

Sarah N

We were visiting San Diego and checked this place out on a whim - WOW. We were mesmerized by the decor and music the minute we opened the door. Unique and delicious cocktail menu. Friendly service. Great experience overall and recommend to anyone looking for a place to grab a cocktail. Loved the record shop in the back.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Saulo

This place is a dream come true for record collectors, especially jazz enthusiasts. Their selection is incredibly deep, with rare gems you won’t easily find anywhere else. I spent almost two hours digging through the crates, and the variety was impressive — it’s the kind of place where you can lose track of time hunting for treasures.

It can get a bit crowded, sometimes beyond what feels comfortable, but if you’re cool with that, you’ll still have a great time browsing. The one downside is they don’t sell food, which can be a bit of a bummer if you’re there for a long digging session and need a snack break.

Still, if you’re into vinyl and jazz, this spot is a must-visit. Just plan ahead and maybe grab a bite before or after your visit!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 2

Matthew Alexander

Very cool bar. Great vibe & drinks were good 👍

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 4

Lu De

Cocktails were well balanced. Great music and decor.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Rachel Klitzner

Great vibes! Really immersive. Like being transported to the 70s, but in a building left over from the art deco era! Such a cool concept! Drinks were very well balanced and fairly priced.

Kid-friendliness: Adult-only environment. ID at the door

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Amanda Relyea

Drink was weird... vibes were great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

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