Prohibition

Unlike its bright-light neighbors, the Gaslamps’s new speakeasy, Prohibition, is hidden away from the usual foot traffic. There are never lines out front to give away its location – the venue is guest list only, with very few exceptions. A password is given to patrons as a way of letting them know they are invited in for the evening, and keeping stray passer-bys out. The real power of distinction for Prohibition, however, is your experience there through the music that truly reflects the era. Unlike other San Diego clubs where loud music seems to dominate over a need to keep conversation, the live jazz and bossa nova music set the mood for the subterranean lounge that advocates conversation among patrons just slightly below the music. Every Thursday, Prohibition hosts a live musical performance by jazz vocalist David Patrone, who just yesterday received the 2009 San Diego Music Award for best jazz.