The Rail

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The Rail

3.81

Open since 1960, buzzing gay nightspot boasts bottle service, bar bites, a patio & theme nights.

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3796 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States

Monday - Tuesday: 3–8 PM

Wednesday - Saturday: 3 PM–2 AM

Sunday: 3–8 PM

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Jonathan Ray

10

The Rail is the oldest gay bar in San Diego. It has moved a few times over the years, but they just celebrated 90 years. Management is very hands on, so you are guaranteed an excellent experience! Great events and there's almost always something new. Definitely go for their Saturday Happy Hour? You can't beat those prices anywhere!


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Brooke Hall

10

I like coming here especially on Saturdays. I feel really safe and accepted here. Bartenders are great and security as well. Entertainment is also fun and exciting. Its like the rail I knew in 1991,1992


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Brandon Escondido

10

The absolute best for drinks and fun. Told them.what happened at the loft. We got quite an earful. Had a great time being around people who can have fun Ty . Brandon


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Xuxin G

8

Stopped by during the day time for some day drinking with friends. Place was ok. They've remodeled and you definitely notice it right away. The day we visited was a Saturday afternoon. They had a drink and draw event going on. Made the place feel livelier. Overall it was a good place to stop by to cool down, hang with friends, and drink.


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Fernando Zacarias

10

A modern, airy bar. The bartenders are very friendly, and the bar seems to have several ongoing events. I typically go in the later afternoon so the vibe is a little more chill but I know it also gets very busy at night, more of a club. So there’s something for everyone.


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Mark R Chase

4

Went with my friends from out of town. Arrived at 930. They had an event with a cover . Okay. The guys who said they were running the event were too busy touch feeling my friend. I mentioned it and was told " it's part of being gay Gurl friends. "???.... The drinks were good and delicious. When we left we were greeted with a big thank you from a thin average security person ? In a black jacket. Drinks and friendly bar and security staff. But tell the event people that touching a person down there is disrespectful.


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Katie Palino

10

The bartender Big Mike is such a wonderful kind person. He was welcoming and graciously gave me a new drink after I spilled mine. Good place, support the inclusive spaces


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Stephanie Meyering

6

Drinks were good! Bar tender was nice!!

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3796 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States

Monday - Tuesday: 3–8 PM

Wednesday - Saturday: 3 PM–2 AM

Sunday: 3–8 PM

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