Once Encinitas’ most notorious dive bar, it’s now Encinitas’ hippest dive bar. Fantastic Old West saloon–style murals make a great backdrop for good old-fashioned sipping and flirting. Expect a line out the door on weekends.
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San Diego
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
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Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
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Nearby San Diego attractions
1. Self-Realization Fellowship Retreat
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A cluster of furniture, interior and design shops, plus a few restaurants, entertainment venues and galleries.