San Diego has a vibrant singles scene. The city is diverse enough to host a variety of singles clubs, each catering to different interests and personalities. The college crowd often prefers Pacific Beach or Mission Beach. Many of the city’s gay clubs are located in Hillcrest. Upscale, older singles usually head downtown to the popular Gaslamp District. And North Park, one of the older sections of the city, reinvented itself as a hip, artsy community. It now rivals the Gaslamp on Saturday nights.
If the Pacific Ocean waves aren’t A-frame (perfect), shake the sand out of your shorts and head over to the Wave House, a singles club that brings the beach indoors. Its flow barrel (a surf machine) is always on and its waves are always perfect. Don’t be intimidated by the flowboarders you see performing flips, twists and other near-impossible maneuvers; they get paid to be there. Showcase your own skills for $20 an hour (as of 2010). Located next to the Plunge pool in Belmont Park on Mission Beach, the Wave House is a playland complete with boardwalk, fire pits and a music stage.
Wave House
3125 Ocean Front Walk
San Diego, CA 92109
858-228-9288
wavehousesandiego.com
The Brass Rail is a popular dance club in Hillcrest. Although it caters to a gay and lesbian crowd, if you like dancing to good music, you’re welcome at the Brass Rail. Every night has a different theme, so call before you head over. There is always a line out the door of the Rail, so best to arrive early.
Brass Rail
3796 Fifth Ave.
San Diego, CA 92103
619-298–2233
thebrassrailsd.com
From the outside, True North looks like a big, old warehouse. Step foot inside though, and it’s more like an uptown Manhattan loft. Sports fans can watch their favorite teams play on one of the 21 widescreen televisions placed throughout the club. Play pool or dance to live music, if you’re more of a doer than a watcher. True North also serves food if you want to start the evening with dinner.
True North Tavern
3815 30th St.
San Diego, CA 92104
619-291-3815
truenorthtavern.com
The first noble experiment, Prohibition, was a dismal failure. San Diego’s Noble Experiment speakeasy pays homage to those days, complete with a hidden entrance and a strict reservation policy. Inside, patrons are seated at private tables and order imaginative cocktails from a menu that changes frequently, as bartenders experiment and add their new concoctions. All drinks are served with chunks of ice hand-chipped off of a large ice block. Located in the upscale Gaslamp District, the Noble Experiment adds an element of caché to the area.
The Noble Experiment
777 G St.
San Diego, CA 92101
619-888-4713
nobleexperimentsd.com
