The Rail

About

Gay Bars, Dance Clubs, Breakfast & Brunch

Price Range : Under $10 ($)

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    Yelp rating
    3 stars

Location

Adress: 3796 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Phone: (619) 298-2233

Work Hours

Mon 3:00 pm-10:00 pm
Tue
Wed
Thu 11:00 am-12:00 am
Fri 11:00 am-2:00 am
Sat 10:00 am-2:00 am
Sun 10:00 am-2:00 am

Business info

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    Health Score
    A
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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    Yes
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Parking
    Street
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
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    Ages Allowed
    21+
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    Good for Kids
    No
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Attire
    Casual
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    Ambience
    Casual
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    Noise Level
    Very Loud
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    Music
    DJ
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    Alcohol
    Full Bar
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    Good For Happy Hour
    Yes
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    Best Nights
    Mon, Fri, Sat
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    Smoking
    Outdoor Area / Patio Only
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    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
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    Wi-Fi
    No
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    Has TV
    Yes
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    Waiter Service
    Yes
  • fastfood
    Caters
    No
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    Has Pool Table
    No

Reviews

  • Brad B.

    star star star star star_border 9 June 2026

    If you don't like The Rail, you don't like to party.

    Junior DJs every Monday, which is awesome and The Rail is always a stop on the circuit during both Pride and Cityfest. The drinks are cold, the vibe is friendly, and while not the cheapest bar you don't go broke here.

    Give this place some props, friends. They were on the forefront of making Hillcrest a great place to both live and play, and they're still one of the funnest bars (gay or straight) in the neighborhood!

  • Loulou D.

    star star star star_border star_border 2 June 2026

    Arrived at the rail celebrating pride !
    Everything was great.
    HOWEVER!! My friend wanted some water so, I go to the bar and ask the bartender for "water" he hands me a bottle of water with attitude and My friend wanted ice. she was tipsy and wanted to cool off. I told him Can I please get water with ice.?? He then says  "I don't have time for this.. snaps his fingers and basically "TRYS" to shut me down. As he turns around I open the water  and begin to poor it in a cup of ice.
    He turns around and throws out the water almost towards my face and yells out for help!! lmfao  I was like sweetie it's pride weekend and your doing a shitty job!
    Come on! If you crack under pressure and you're  not a people person get the fuck out! To top it off he thought he was the queen of the rail! You're not going to be snapping those nasty ass dirty fingernails at me. Take your disgusting personality, poor work ethic somewhere else.  RAIL Hire people who actually have the skills and patience to work under a fast paced working atmosphere.
    PEROID!!

  • Matty B.

    star star star_border star_border star_border 29 May 2026

    Closes early, most expensive drinks in Hillcrest, unsure what it is going for... certainly not a typical Hillcrest bar to grab a drink with ya mates at
    Maybe they are trying to be a micro-brew culture... that's a shame

  • Robbie B.

    star star star star star 22 May 2026

    Great location and great atmosphere!! It is just a great place to go and wind down for the day... whether it be midday or evening... just a great place to be!

  • Fonzie D.

    star star star star star 19 May 2026

    Saturday night Latin Night. Had a great time in bottle service. Thanks to Jojo making it a remarkable night!

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