Effin’s Pub & Grill (Best Dive Bar)
Edward Lewis
Sports Editor
Address: 6164 El Cajon Blvd.
Phone: 619.229.9800
Hours: Open daily 12 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Web: effingoodtime.com
On its website, Effin’s Pub & Grill calls itself “SDSU’s Bar & Grill,” “San Diego State’s favorite bar” and a place for “an Effin’ good time.” With monikers like these, it’s no wonder why Effin’s Pub & Grill won Best Dive Bar for the sixth straight year. Located a few blocks away from SDSU on El Cajon Boulevard, Effin’s boasts affordable drinks, special food deals and plenty of bar games that keep
customers coming back night after night.
2nd Place: Bub’s Dive Bar & Grill
3rd Place: Miller’s Field Plates+Pints
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Stingaree Club (Best Nightclub and Best Girls Night Out)
Sarah Grieco
Senior Staff Writer
Address: 454 Sixth Avenue
Phone: 619.544.9500
Hours: 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Web: stingsandiego.com
San Diego’s downtown hotspot Stingaree won best nightclub and girl’s night out, and no wonder. The luxurious, exquisite interior paired with the eclectic rooftop bar makes for an entertaining atmosphere. The easiest way to get there is via trolley, as parking downtown is often hit or miss. Visit its website to ensure a spot on the guestlist to avoid the long line outside.
2nd Place: Voyeur / Lips San Diego
3rd Place: On Broadway
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PB Bar & Grill (Best Happy Hour)
Melissa Weller
Copy Chief
Address: 860 Garnet Avenue
Phone: 858.272.4745
Hours: Monday – Saturday, 11 a.m. –
2 a.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Web: pbbarandgrill.com
The best happy hour in San Diego is PB Bar and Grill. The drinks are half-price and appetizers are only $.50 when ordered with a drink. Their Long Beach iced tea is great, especially when paired with their Irish nachos. This place has a huge range of food from crab cakes to taquitos. It also has a long list of beers including ones from local breweries.
2nd Place: Woodstock’s Pizza
3rd Place: Lei Lounge
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Typhoon Saloon (Best Guys Night Out)
Agustin Gonzalez
Assistant Sports Editor
Address: 1165 Garnet Avenue
Phone: 858.373.3474
Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 6 p.m. – 2 a.m.; Saturday, 12 p.m. – 2 a.m.; Sunday, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.; closed Monday
Web: typhoonsaloon.com
Don’t be fooled by the name: Typhoon Saloon is not just any saloon. With a casual bar in the front and a bass-bumping, three-story club in the back, Typhoon is the best place to go out with the guys, grab a beer and hang with the most gorgeous girls in San Diego. Drink and food specials make Typhoon’s the go-to spot in Pacific Beach for Taco Tuesday.
2nd Place: Tipsy Crow
3rd Place: PB Bar & Grill
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Egyptian Tea Room (Best Hookah Bar)
Ruthie Kelly
Editor-in-Chief
Address: 4644 College Avenue
Phone: 619.265.7287
Hours: Monday – Wednesday, 7a.m. – 12 a.m.; Thursday, 7a.m. – 1 a.m.; Friday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 a.m., Sunday, 8 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Web: egyptiantearoom.com
Students whose idea of a relaxing evening involves sweet, fruit-flavored tobacco overwhelmingly favorr Egyptian Tea Room. Open until the wee hours of the morning, this laid-back location also serves coffee and provides a variety of board games for nostalgic patrons. Whether studying, socializing or just satisfying some sheesha cravings, San Diego State students clearly enjoy this local establishment.
2nd Place: Sinbad’s
3rd Place: Fumari’s
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The Beach (Hottest Date Spot)
Sarah Kovash
News Editor
Guys and gals in San Diego shouldn’t have to fret about a place to take their honey on a date. There is a great date spot that can be found almost anywhere: the beach. With such great weather and beautiful beaches, San Diego offers nature’s best date spot – especially at sunset. Don’t be afraid to grab the one you love and go for a snuggle on the shore.
