About The Lamplighter
The Lamplighter is a casual, cozy nightlife destination and karaoke bar located at 817 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103, United States. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and table service, it offers customers an enjoyable place to gather, share drinks, enjoy food, and take part in lively entertainment. With a 4.10 out of 5 rating based on 759 reviews, The Lamplighter has earned strong feedback from customers seeking a relaxed bar experience with plenty to do. Karaoke is one of the highlights, giving guests the opportunity to enjoy music, participate in the fun, and create memorable moments with friends. The entertainment also includes live performances, quiz nights, and bar games, while fast service helps keep the experience convenient and enjoyable. Guests can choose from a great selection of beer and cocktails, along with wine, spirits, alcohol, and happy-hour drinks. Dancing adds to the lively atmosphere, making The Lamplighter a flexible choice for casual visits, social gatherings, and evenings filled with entertainment. The Lamplighter offers on-site services, dine-in, delivery, and takeaway options. Reservations are accepted, and customers can pay with credit cards or debit cards. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, helping make the venue more accommodating for guests with different mobility needs. Restroom facilities are available, and customers can contact The Lamplighter at +1 619-298-3624 to learn more about its offerings or plan a visit.
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Good vibes ...the crowd was having a good time...nothing like going out of town and finding a great keriokie bar and enjoying a couple of drinks
Good ol' karaoke dive bar. No frills, good seating, dance floor, & pool tables. Cash only!
This is a great place to karaoke because the light effects on the stage are pretty cool and the mic set up his pretty unique. It can be a while to get on the mic if it is busy, but otherwise pretty easy. They are not kidding around. This is absolutely a cash only place. There is an ATM inside …
Consider one of the Best Dive Karaoke Bars in San Diego, the Lamplighter is a bar like no other. Opening at 6:00 AM to provide service for those over night late shifters, karaoke starting 9:00 PM, & ending services at 2:00 AM just to start all over in 4 hours. The Lamplighter is the local neighborhood bar that people from …
High energy bar with nightly karaoke. Place was packed, and singers had their A game.
Love this dive bar. It's old and dark and not the best furniture but it's perfect. :-) Bartender was super nice.
First time here and I am coming back very soon!! I recently moved to SD and was looking for some good dive bars and this place was just what I was looking for. Love the staff and love the security. Overall great atmosphere to be around people and drinks!
It’s an old school bar so expect that when you walk in. It is cash-only and for that the drinks are the cheaper than most bars. We love the morning bartender. She’s been our favorite for years! I always bring guests from out of town here to just do something different from the norm. Drinks are good, atmosphere is divey …
Been here a few times over the years, more so recently. Really great local bar that reminds me of some bars back home. The karaoke hosts are super personable and encourage me to sing even though I suck lol the bartenders are fast and east-coast friendly. If you go on a night when jj, Spider, or Jess is working youre …
Our lamps have been lit! This is an energetic, welcoming karaoke bar full of community. They have great drinks, pool, and an excellent MC! They switch off between regular songs and a karaoke song that you can request. Make sure to pick out your songs on the drive over and sign up as soon as you get in, because the …
