Hillcrest, California · Near NS San Diego · Budget-friendly
# The Lamplighter The Lamplighter is an old-school cash-only dive bar in Hillcrest that opens early at 6 AM and stays open until 2 AM, making it a solid spot for drinking at basically any hour. You've got darts, pool, karaoke, and free WiFi if you need it, with a solid 4.1 rating on Google. Fair warning: bring cash, because that's all they take.