The Rail

3796 Fifth Ave, San Diego
(619) 298-2233

Recent Reviews

Fernando Zacarias

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.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Tony Petruzzella

Came here on a Saturday night with a group from out of town for drinks and dancing. The staff were friendly, and the whole space/vibe felt welcoming.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Katie Palino

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

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Lauren F.

Came in before the rush. Big Mike took care of us, super awesome service (deserved ALL THE TIPS!). Very fun and inclusive space.

Ryan Jaxon

Nice bar as in the layout. Bartenders from Saturday night rude, and only seem interested in talking with their friends. Keep the attitude. Door person looked high on meth.

Atmosphere: 2

Service: 1

Michael B.

Been here maybe 10 times. Sometimes for burlesque shows. Sometimes just passing by and hear the music. Sometimes to start my night. Had I written this review a few months ago I would have given it a 4 star. But since management changed hands it's been a pretty odd experience the few times I been in the last 3ish month. The bouncer / person checking IDs has given me the side eye with a look of disgust both times they have checked me in and the third time he said something about my ID photo which caused me to leave before even entering. There's never more than 30 people in here at any given night that I've been. The music isn't that great on the Friday and Saturday nights I been here. But at least the drinks aren't too bad. I think it's a bit expensive for the quality you're getting but it's semi strong so I guess that balances it ouI think the beers are a better deal as you're only paying 6 maybe 7 dollars for one and it last longer. I've interacted with a handful of their bartenders and really only two of them have greeted me and my friends with a smile. It's starting to feel like if you aren't queer enough in mannerisms or outfit then you're not welcome here. Haven't been here for food, not sure if they even have a kitchen but if they do, I probably wouldn't anyways. Doesn't give me a clean enough vibe to want to eat here. I'll continue to go here as long as they have burlesque shows. But other than that. I probably spend my money elsewhere.

Fransua Montesinos

They have the best music. Atmosphere. Ppl stuff bartender. Everyone one.

Mark R Chase

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.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 2

Ricky S.

Management definitely changed. I used to avoid this place. No crazy cover charges. Drinks aren't a million dollars anymore. Fun events. Whatever happened please keep doing what you are doing.

Jacob Joey L.

Absolutely like the new owners and the staff is very friendly. A lot of different theme nights to satisfy everyone.

Darrell West

New owners and doing it right. Great drinks and good

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

John Thompson

It would be 5 stars but the chairs are horrible I could see making this place my new hangout but it’s not comfortable to grab a chair at the bar.

Raina Reign (RainaReign)

Fun place to dance! Everyone is very friendly.

Atmosphere: 4

MrSuarez489

Too expensive of a cover usually, bartenders play favorites, small pricey drinks.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 3

Service: 1

Kevin K.

$25 of Lame.I feel like if a bar/club is under new ownership and making a comeback, there's some hubris in charging $25 for a NEW party, O'so Sucia. It was underattended and fairly sparse. I might suggest charing a $10 cover and building a following vs. charging more an scaring people away, shooting yourself in the foot before you can get going. This may be poor management, but I paid and I attended so the joke's on me. What isn't excusable though is the common bar problem of ordering 7-up and getting soda. I know it must be hard for a bartender to know when one clear drink has dried up and turned into another, but at $12.00 a drink, I expect that to be solved. This was a premium-priced experience, when I got an unpleasant cocktail and an empty dancefloor. Our money is worth more.

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