What They Say:

As San Diego's oldest remaining gay bar, The Brass Rail has been serving drinks to men who like men for over forty five years. In spite of its long history as the cornerstone of gay San Diego, the bar has a modern edge to it that keeps old and new friends coming back again and again. This is the place to be seen if you want to be part of the San Diego scene.

Within the gay bar, the spot to be scene at is right in the center of the main bar room, either lingering over a drink at the newly remodeled bar or doing your thing on the dance floor. Those who prefer to watch others shake their stuff can watch from the comfort of plush VIP areas with personalized bottle service. If it gets too hot inside, the fresh San Diego sea breeze can be inhaled (along with the smoke of sultry cigarettes) on the outdoor patio of the bar.

The Brass Rail is located in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego's gayest gay neighborhood. This makes it great for starting out the night before heading to other locations in the area or for enjoying on in to the wee hours. It's a place that can be enjoyed every night of the week, with different music featured depending on the day and entertainment several nights out of the week. This gay bar may be the oldest in the area but it's attitude is all new all the time.