The Lamplighter

This used to be one of my favorite spots until a new DJ started controlling the songs and now if you’re not part of the in crowd with him, your song never gets played. I asked him multiple times when I would be up and he always lied to me and said I was 3rd up or next up. I tipped him early on in the night and it seemed to move me down in the list. Never coming back to this place again.

Been here a few times over the years, more so recently. Really great local bar that reminds me of some bars back home. The karaoke hosts are super personable and encourage me to sing even though I suck lol the bartenders are fast and east-coast friendly. If you go on a night when jj, Spider, or Jess is working youre gonna have a great night! Sidenote, the best smoking patio in San Diego. Well ventilated with lots of seating! If smoking isn't your thing, its still a great place to have a conversation away from the karaoke lights and sound. Ive met a ton of bartenders out there, definitely an Industry hang

First time here and I am coming back very soon!! I recently moved to SD and was looking for some good dive bars and this place was just what I was looking for. Love the staff and love the security. Overall great atmosphere to be around people and drinks!