This place is a vibe! Plenty of seating with enough space in between you and the next person to talk and chill. They play records and have a record store in the back. Awesome vibes all around ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Dabydeen
One of the cooler speakeasy-esque bars that I’ve been to. It’s located behind some old school doors which we didn’t realize at first but once inside, the vibe is spot on. The cocktails were delicious and high quality. They’re also playing some great tunes which sets the mood nicely. Would recommend if you’re in the area!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
P.S. Kim
Hands down new favorite cocktail bar in SD. Wonderful cocktails, and a very good selection of Japanese liquor. They have Iichiko shochu and Roku Gin, which you don't always find at every bar. It's my favorite gin and I subbed it in for all my cocktails with regular bases, except the Iichiko shochu cocktail Sway Reduction, which is already PERFECT.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rodrigo De Lima
Dim-lit and dialed in, the building's facade retains its Art Deco style. The interior is a revival of a Frank Loyd Wright postmodern look and feel. Everything is set up for you enjoy the crackle of old vinyl. The seating gets busy, so it's wise to arrive early. I loved the music selection; my only caveat was that I wish they had someone mixing at the time; they only played records end to end. The mixologists are kind and pay top-notch attention to detail with every drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rolando Ang
Love the musical
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Hunter Spear
Gets a little to busy for my liking but would be an awesome spot if you hit it at the right time. Prices are high but the drinks are well
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Douglas Clemens
Part Time Lover stands out with its eclectic mix of a vinyl shop and a bar, serving unique drinks by friendly bartenders. The atmosphere is elevated by DJs spinning diverse vinyl albums, creating a vibrant yet cozy vibe. It's an innovative spot for a memorable night with a nostalgic touch.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Amy Wise
The atmosphere is great and definitely a place to take visitors. The cocktails are ok and of course a bit more on the expensive side.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Luiza Ventura
One of the coolest bars I've ever visited in my life. Just by crossing the door you're transported to this Mad Men-esque world. The ambience is incredible and the music that was playing fitted the bar so much. Truly worth a
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Sheila Walter
For as busy as this place was.. the service was quick. Very cool place to go have a drink. I like the record store theme.
Love this spot ❤️ I visited Part Time Lover on my first night in San Diego from Toronto and found myself coming back throughout my trip. The drinks are super cool and creative, and the record shop in the back is a great addition to the space — I was so thrilled to have found a Mulatu Astatke vinyl to bring back for a friend. I hope to come back some time in the future!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Luana Ceratti
Not sure if the guy was just an ignorant door man or what but he was so horrible and aggressive towards me and my service dog. Bar in north park that’s not dog friendly- horrible for this neighborhood. Local north Parkers I would not
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Robert Ramji
Line is so long on a busy night but it moves fast. The Chain Reaction tastes like a peach gummy ring, it is so delicious. Not a fan of all the Consortium Holdings spots but this one is worth coming back to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
L Escamoteur
Good vibe, music and interior on point.Cocktail pretty solid, will come again.
Luana Ceratti
Not sure if the guy was just an ignorant door man or what but he was so horrible and aggressive towards me and my service dog. Bar in north park that’s not dog friendly- horrible for this neighborhood. Local north Parkers I would not recommend
This place is a vibe! Plenty of seating with enough space in between you and the next person to talk and chill. They play records and have a record store in the back. Awesome vibes all around ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the cooler speakeasy-esque bars that I’ve been to. It’s located behind some old school doors which we didn’t realize at first but once inside, the vibe is spot on. The cocktails were delicious and high quality. They’re also playing some great tunes which sets the mood nicely. Would recommend if you’re in the area!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hands down new favorite cocktail bar in SD. Wonderful cocktails, and a very good selection of Japanese liquor. They have Iichiko shochu and Roku Gin, which you don't always find at every bar. It's my favorite gin and I subbed it in for all my cocktails with regular bases, except the Iichiko shochu cocktail Sway Reduction, which is already PERFECT.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dim-lit and dialed in, the building's facade retains its Art Deco style. The interior is a revival of a Frank Loyd Wright postmodern look and feel. Everything is set up for you enjoy the crackle of old vinyl. The seating gets busy, so it's wise to arrive early. I loved the music selection; my only caveat was that I wish they had someone mixing at the time; they only played records end to end. The mixologists are kind and pay top-notch attention to detail with every drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love the musical
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Gets a little to busy for my liking but would be an awesome spot if you hit it at the right time. Prices are high but the drinks are well
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Part Time Lover stands out with its eclectic mix of a vinyl shop and a bar, serving unique drinks by friendly bartenders. The atmosphere is elevated by DJs spinning diverse vinyl albums, creating a vibrant yet cozy vibe. It's an innovative spot for a memorable night with a nostalgic touch.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The atmosphere is great and definitely a place to take visitors. The cocktails are ok and of course a bit more on the expensive side.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
One of the coolest bars I've ever visited in my life. Just by crossing the door you're transported to this Mad Men-esque world. The ambience is incredible and the music that was playing fitted the bar so much. Truly worth a
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
For as busy as this place was.. the service was quick. Very cool place to go have a drink. I like the record store theme.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Love this spot ❤️ I visited Part Time Lover on my first night in San Diego from Toronto and found myself coming back throughout my trip. The drinks are super cool and creative, and the record shop in the back is a great addition to the space — I was so thrilled to have found a Mulatu Astatke vinyl to bring back for a friend. I hope to come back some time in the future!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Not sure if the guy was just an ignorant door man or what but he was so horrible and aggressive towards me and my service dog. Bar in north park that’s not dog friendly- horrible for this neighborhood. Local north Parkers I would not
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Line is so long on a busy night but it moves fast. The Chain Reaction tastes like a peach gummy ring, it is so delicious. Not a fan of all the Consortium Holdings spots but this one is worth coming back to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Good vibe, music and interior on point.Cocktail pretty solid, will come again.
Not sure if the guy was just an ignorant door man or what but he was so horrible and aggressive towards me and my service dog. Bar in north park that’s not dog friendly- horrible for this neighborhood. Local north Parkers I would not recommend