Carlsbad Nightlife
Better known for its great outlet shopping, flower fields and its array of dining opportunities, Carlsbad nightlife it's also great. Consider nightlife in Carlsbad as bar hopping and indulging in the great food, drinks, and hospitality while unwinding to live local bands or just mingling with locals. Coming from inland next to the outlet center to beachside downtown Carlsbad, nightlife is mellow and always a great time.
Arena Sports Bar
Phone: 760.966.2600
15 N Coast Hwy
San Diego, CA 92054
Dress code: Moderately Casual
Karl Strauss Brewery & Restaurants
http://www.karlstrauss.com
5801 Armada Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Golden Tee Cocktail Lounge
1065 Carlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Port Brewing
http://www.portbrewing.com
571 Carlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Village Pub
http://www.thevillagepub.net
2990 State Street
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Boar Cross'n Bar & Grill
Boar Cross
390 Grand Avenue
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Alley
http://www.yelp.com/biz/alley-the-carlsbad
421 Grand Avenue
Carlsbad, CA 92008
PCH Sports Bar & Grill Inc
http://pchsportsbarandgrill.com
2782 Gateway Rd
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Some of the popular bars of Pacific Beach:
Moondoggies: Large and very popular bar a block from the Ocean on Garnet, was once the Thursday night spot with it's "$2 You-Call-It's". Was recently remodled and is now as busy as ever.
Pacific Beach Bar and Grill: Large popular bar with many different areas including Tremors dance club in the back. Can be busy any night of the week, especially Taco Tuesday. Also known for their Sunday Brunch. A favorite spot for the military.
Typhoon Saloon: Large bar that was formerly a bowling alley. Great atmosphere with live bands performing frequently in the back area. Can be busy any night of the week including Wednesday when Steel Panther (formerly known as Metal Skool) performs. Has been popular on Thursdays with $2 well drinks.
Johnny V: Newer large bar, downtown style. Slightly stricter on dress code and pricier than other bars in the area. Has large dance floor. Located just a couple blocks from the sand.
The Tavern: Medium sized bar, 5 blocks from the beach. Popular any day of the week including Monday's with "Shot and a Beer" drink specials.
Bar West: Built on the former site of Margarita Rocks, the only bar on Hornblend. Has downtown style with stricter dress code. Slightly pricier on the drinks, can be busy almost any night of the week.
Plum Crazy: Known locally as "Plum," this popular dive bar is a few blocks from the sand on Garnet. Home of the Philadelphia Eagles. Usually seems to start slow here, but by midnight is usually packed and often has a small line. A great "after-party" spot, has foosball and pool tables.
Bub's Dive: Next to Plum, another popular dive bar. Known for their tater tots. Biker's seems to especially like this place.
Cabo Cantina: Very popular day spot. Has lots of outdoor seating. Beer specials on Mexican beers, bathroom situation is not the greatest. Opens early closes early.
Longboards: Medium to large bar more inland from the rest. Usually more mellow than the other bars but very popular. Live bands often perform.
Silver Fox: More inland on Garnet, near the Vons shopping center. Underground dive bar. Usually has a funky smell and a little older crowd. Known for opening early for those who drink all night. Very crowded on Thursday nights for "$2 You-Call-It's".
Other PB bars include:
The Dog: Dive Bar on Everts
PB Shoreclub: On the boardwalk
Lahaina's: On the boardwalk
Open Bar: On Mission Blvd
Firehouse: On Mission Blvd
PB Alehouse: On Mission Blvd
Miller's Field: On Mission Blvd
Gringo's: Mexican Cantina on Mission and Garnet
Thrusters: Known for great drink specials. Friendly staff and fun atmosphere. Surf/Sports theme on Mission Blvd
Society: Pool hall on garnet
PB Pub: Dive bar
Tropicoso: on Garnet, no hard alcohol
Rocky's: On Ingraham
710 Beach Club: On the west end of Garnet, features live music
Cass Street Bar & Grill: On Cass Street, no hard alcohol but pool tables and good food
