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  1. ALTITUDE SKY BAR
  2. EDEN
  3. HOUSE OF BLUES
  4. MARTINI RANCH
  5. MOONSTONE LOUNGE
  6. OLE MADRID
  7. ON BROADWAY
  8. ONYX ROOM AND THIN
  9. RED CIRCLE
  10. THE SHOUT HOUSE
  11. SWEETWATER SALOON
  12. THE VAULT
  13. TOP OF THE HYATT
  14. WHISKEY GIRL
  15. YARD HOUSE

Altitude Aky Bar
Conde Nast dubbed Altitude Sky Bar one of top 25 new bars in the world. So what earns a bar such an honored title? Start off with the gorgeous view overlooking downtown San Diego's Petco Park and the bay. Next, throw in some of the most exquisite appetizers from downstairs world-renowned restaurant Soleil @ K. And finally, top it all off with the fine decor in a subtle, chic setting. Calling all San Diego socialites-going up?
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Eden
Eden is a tropical adult-playground serving as a sleek escape from the early morning until-the early morning. An incredibly chic rooftop sundeck, bar, and lounge located above The Ivy Hotel, Eden is the luxurious refuge imagined only in dreams, until now. Petite ivory, canopy love-seats and plush pool beds allure swimsuit-clad patrons enjoying champagne bottle service in the sun. And with a panoramic view of the Gaslamp, exclusive nighttime guests party with the stars between the sultry lounge and pool-side bar.
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House of Blues
The House of Blues specializes in soul. From powerful performers to a southern Cajun-inspired menu, and multicultural outreach decor, The House of Blues is a unique and socially conscious two-story music venue, restaurant, and entertainment center. Stand in the scene on the bottom floor or grab a drink and enjoy a bird's eye view from the second story bar and lounge. From folk to country, soul, hip hop, alternative, and reggae concerts to comedy tours and special events, The House of Blues is an electic venue that suits all musical tastes. All ages are welcome on most nights, however, patrons under 21 must remain on the balcony seating level.

Martini Ranch
Famous for posh design and sultry swagger, Martini Ranch has everything you need for a successful night on the town. Choose from any one of their delicious martinis or go rogue and order a beer. Happy hour consists of $3 well drinks and a free lunch on Friday. The Shaker Room is the latest club add-on, which is roughly three times the size of the original Martini Ranch. Hot DJs and a huge dance floor invite you to come and see what's shaking.

Moonstone Lounge
The Gerber Group’s latest nightlife craze is Moonstone Lounge, the spacious and revolutionary rooftop lounge atop the all-new Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego. Select nightlife enthusiasts take the elevator up to the rooftop deck to sip champagne bottle service around the fire pit warmed VIP booths, circle laps and people watch for A-list celebs like the Black Eyed Peas, or take part in the makeshift dance floor that overlooks the East Village in Downtown San Diego. Moonstone Lounge also features a poolside bar and lounge.

Ole Madrid
Ole Madrid is an eminent cultural icon in the Gaslamp nightlife scene. Both a Spanish restaurant and eclectic nightclub, Old Madrid keeps patrons guessing with an elaborate blend of dinner, drink, and party specials. Amid colorful walls, authentic Spanish paintings, elegant iron accents, and vibrant lights, guests are truly immersed in Spanish culture. From wine Tuesdays to salsa dancing Wednesdays and the all-time favorite champagne bubble bath Fridays, visit Ole Madrid for a wild European adventure.

On Broadway
On Broadway Event Center is an aptly named nightclub. On weekends, On Broadway transforms into a colossal venue that caters to those who take clubbing seriously. On Broadway spins a wide variety of music, but mainly sticks to house and hip-hop currently in demand. The deejays that haunt the turntables are some of the hottest entertainers around and know how to keep the party going. Their Zen Caf? offers a fusion of Asian and French appetizers and sushi selections for pre-dancing dining. And needless to say, dress code is strictly enforced.

Onyx Room and THIN
Onyx is an upscale lounge filled with cocktails, urban music, and hip clientele mixing up the dance floor all night. The crowd is full of energetic people who love to move to break beats, hip-hop, and house music. To escape the scene, Onyx offers VIP exclusivity overlooking the lounge. A DJ booth with the latest technology controls the dance floor while live jazz bands on Tuesday nights add a sophisticated tone to the mingling vibe.

THIN is a contemporary nightclub bent on providing clientele with a contemporary environment and sleek, cool sounds. THIN is stocked with ultra hip club decor, semi-private VIP rooms, plasma screens posted around the interior, and an outdoor patio for dancing, fresh air, or a quick smoke break. THIN is built for big crowds with a generous capacity and spacious corridors. As DJs spin deep house, acid jazz, and trip-hop, well-dressed locals cheers creative shooters and mix around the dance floor.

Red Circle
The newly improved Red Circle combines the old club class with the new lounge vibe to create an innovative and unique atmosphere that evokes a dreamlike whirlwind of soft plush and passionate red. Dramatic candles suspend from brick walls and large columns are the backdrop for high rise disco balls and chandeliers. The new Red Circle was reinvented by Pauli P, Phillip Drew, and William de Peralta – nightlife entrepreneurs making big leaps in San Diego.

The Shout House
There are a lot of entertainment choices out therebut only one that has captured the basic desire of everyone to "be" the entertainment

ROCK 'N ROLL / SING-A-LONG / DUELING PIANOS
Dueling Pianos are two piano players/singers performing at two, face to face grand pianos in front of two large mirrors performing the classic rock 'n roll hits from the 1950s to the present. It's request driven by the audience and with the use of multiple teams, goes non-stop all night.

IT'S A CELEBRATION OF LIFE AT THE TOP OF ONES LUNGS! It's the great music hits of all time combined with great showmanship, energy and comedy. Watching the people, watch the people . . . It’s worth the price of admission alone! WE SELL ONE THING... FUN!
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Sweetwater Saloon
The Hard Rock Hotel changed the face of nightlife in San Diego with two Vegas-worthy venues designed by the gurus of the good life – the Gerber Group, led by Rande Gerber. Located on the hotel’s first floor, Sweetwater Saloon is an ultra-exclusive club with a large central bar, inviting black leather booths, and deep crimson VIP suites lining the back wall. Expect the best service and the hottest guests when sipping a taste of the upscale at Sweetwater Saloon.

The Vault
The subterranean lounge below The Keating Hotel is a passionate red and black whirlwind of luxury. Serving as the social center of the boutique hotel, The Vault is a wine bar and lounge decorated with authentic Pininfarina Italian wines and minimalist, modern chic decor. Although the lower level brick-based lounge as a whole specializes in hot shakes martinis and down-tempo beats, The Vault maintains a wine-centric vibe.

Top of the Hyatt
Floating forty floors above downtown San Diego is one of the hippest lounges in the nightlife scene. Top of the Hyatt is a posh lounge sitting atop the Hyatt Hotel boasting gorgeous view of the Gaslamp's sparkling lights. The Top of the Hyatt is the ideal spot for a romantic evening on the town, mainly catering to the hotel-bound travelers, but welcoming locals to indulge in their exquisite food and top-shelf drinks. Though live entertainment is not a specialty, Top of the Hyatt remains one of the top hotel lounges in San Diego.

Whiskey Girl
Whether you're a Jack Daniels-lovin' type of girl, or a man looking for a modern woman with a brave liver, Whiskey Girl offers something for every extra-classy desire. Whiskey Girl gives off an upscale Coyote Ugly style vibe on the weekends while maintaining a sports bar mindset during the week. With a unique entertainment special each night Gaslamp-trotting locals keep coming back for seasonal games followed by house DJs, live music, and all-night dancing.

Yard House
If you're bored with domestic bottles and watered down vodka mixers, head to the Yard House to refuel your standards. Yard House's extensive selection of hundreds of local, national, and international beers, in addition to signature cocktails, will certainly satisfy your desire for variety. Specialty beers are served in goblets as well as the infamous yard glass to quench the thirst of even the most daring drinker. And when you're ready to do a little more than drinking, work your way down the spiral staircase to an inviting lounge that welcomes DJs and dancing in a high-energy atmosphere.

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