Part Time Lover

Name: Part Time Lover
Address: 3829 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA, San Diego, California, US
Telephone: (619) 932-4434
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.5

North Park

4.5(510)

$$

Discovered: 24

BarsCocktail Bars

The essence

“Vinyl-spinning 70s lounge where the record store in back is half the reason to go.”

Food

Drinks

Vibe

What makes it distinct

70s Lounge

Reviewers specifically cite '70's theming is spot-on' with 'art deco style' and period-appropriate decor throughout.

Deep Couches

One reviewer highlights 'lots of deep couches and lounge seats for cozy vibes' as a key comfort element.

ID Check

Reviewer observes 'Most everyone we saw was asked for ID on their way in,' signaling younger crowd and enforcement.

Record Store

Reviewer notes 'record store in the back that has some rare records that are worth checking out.'

Vinyl Only

Multiple reviews mention 'spinning vinyl' and 'record store in the back' as defining features of the space.

What people are saying

Google Reviews

Marc Milrod

5

Didn't try any food. Excellent Cocktail Lounge, though it seems to cater to a younger crowd. Most everyone we saw was asked for ID on their way in. Decent cocktail skills evident, and an impressive bar back. They seem to run towards a wood interior, though rum and Tiki culture in their cocktails. Whisky or Whiskey drinkers, be ready with your choices if needs be. Moderately noisy and busy. This place sports a vinyl peddler in the rear, and select tunes creating the mood and vibe. Several bar seating areas with 4 packs of comfy but clunky bar stools. Easy to perch upon, difficult to reorganize along the bar.

5 months ago

Bonnie Ye

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Contact & Hours

3829 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA

(619) 932-4434

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Hours

Monday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thursday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Friday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Saturday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM

3

I came in around 9pm on Friday. There wasn’t a line to get in but it was very packed. There’s a record store in the back that has some rare records that are worth checking out. I got three different drinks but i didn’t like any of them. I love sweet cocktails but they were all too sweet. The lychee one would taste really good if it wasn’t so sweet. I’d love to check it out again when it’s less crowded and maybe bartenders would have more time to make their drinks.

8 months ago

Kahani Patel

5

Had a great time at Part Time Lover. The vibe felt easy and fun, good music, good crowd, and drinks were really good. It’s the kind of place you can actually have fun and enjoy the night. Would definitely go back.

2 months ago

James Voorhies

5

This place has great vibes and music, they were spinning vinyl which is a lost art these days. The bar tender Nick was quick, entertaining, poured a great drink and is a total babe! The art deco style and warm lighting made for a great atmosphere. The record store in the back was awesome to enjoy a cocktail while flipping through records. If you haven’t been…go!

9 months ago

Frank de Jong

5

Wow, such a cool bar. The 70’s theming is spot-on (from the decorations to the vinyl store in the back) the atmosphere is amazing (lots of deep couches and lounge seats for cozy vibes) and the drinks and music are great. Great spot.

4 months ago

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