Richs

1051 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
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Vi
Review №1

If someone stole ur phone make sure that u leave a bad review here😁 sings in the club don’t really help. They just open ur bag while you are dancing and take ur phone.1. Noone care in the club about your phone and they will never help you. Even if you text them…just get a new phone, don’t waste your time.2. Police will never come too.3. If ur phone will appear in LA - the tall thin black guy stole it.4. Richs has many phones in their storage but u will never find out if they have your phone there.5. Apple care theft and lost+icloud backup might save your night😁

Ni
Review №2

I was here Friday night, and everything was good till I was outside front of the bar just chilling talking to my friends and the security just randomly walks up to me and said I had to leave!! And my friends asked that what did I do wrong? They didn’t give me a reason but that I had to go. But my friend’s weren’t getting kicked out. Just randomly outed me I don’t know if it was cause the security was power tripping or he confused me with someone else and just like that told me to leave. But my friend’s were still welcomed to stay… luckily they left with me. But that was uncalled for the security almost wanted to grab me but once I mentioned I was going to tell a friend that works there about how crappy they just pick n chose who has to go, they calmed down but still wanted me to leave. Never wasting my money there again. Not even worth to pay to go in there that smelled like feces.

Ka
Review №3

My husband and I came here last night, thank you to everyone for giving us the most fun, free spirited night full of love, dancing, and music weve EVER HAD!!This club had such an inclusive vibe and we will definitely be back. Everyone was happy and friendly. Entrance fee was only $12 a person and beers were $9 each

He
Review №4

We had a blast here on the emo Taking Back Thursday night. The bar staff is all super sweet, including the gogo boys and DJs and bartenders. There is a huge patio here if you’re not feeling the DJ or the night. We loved having the option to go from the emo night to the hip-hop night but wish that the Latin/hip-hop side would have been more Poppin. Big Ups to the taking back Thursday DJ, who is so sweet and kind and also put on a killer performance.

St
Review №5

Went to Rich’s to celebrate the Pride Kick-Off Party. Tonight featured performances by Kandy Muse and Jessica Wild from RuPaul’s Allstars Season 8 as well as music from DJ John Joseph. The place was decorated beautifully for Pride and the music was booming and definitely kept people on the dance floor.Drinks here were somewhat expensive but that’s what you have to expect at a club. Both bartenders we went to poured heavy and honestly we didn’t have the same experience with watered down alcohol that other reviews have noted. Both were extremely friendly and efficient despite the number of people they had to serve. We were a little disappointed that Kandy and Jessica only performed one song each. It was a long wait for a somewhat short show. While we were happy to be there to see them it was a blink of the eye and they were finished.Rich’s also had a large outdoor area which has different music and is more of a place to have conversations instead of dance.Overall it was a fun night. I only take them down a star due to the short show and a desire that they had mixed in some Reggaeton with the other music to give everyone some variety.

Co
Review №6

I really love this club. They always have the best djs, and its really cool to meet the best people downtown here. I have been coming here for years since I first moved to san diego and this is my go to spot if I want to get out dance and have some fun.

Br
Review №7

Venue ruined by overcrowding straight people. Harrassment was horrible. Rude customer base. Staff was nice but did not help the situation. Would have been great if the straights hadn’t infiltrated. DO NOT GO ON WEDNESDAYS. Other days appear to be ok but the scene is horrific for a “queer friendly” space. (Mainly frat guys attempting to have a “straight people night”).

Mi
Review №8

Great new patio. The drinks were top notch as always. Great music and vibes all the way around

Be
Review №9

Fun place to drink. Definitely recommend having your phone in your front pocket at all times since phone theft runs rampant here and Rich’s has yet to do anything about it.

Ma
Review №10

Keeping in mind it’s the only club in Hillcrest….. Fun, fun, fun. Well managed, great DJ, love the lighting, love the outdoor area now, if you can definitely get a vip table

Br
Review №11

If your phone also got stolen here, this is where it’s at now.Rich’s is notorious for phone theft.There hadn’t ever been I time I went clubbing there without hearing someone phone getting stolen.Ghetto place👎

Ja
Review №12

Just saying. 11 cocktails and 2 sandwiches. And this was discounted price. Original price $256. I loved our server/waitress, but pricing was not transparent, I get that COVID hit the bottom line but this is ridiculous. Richs is definitely a cool place to hangout and would recommend.

Li
Review №13

The best place in San Diego! All people accepted here. Great drinks, bar people, security and community.

WW
Review №14

Amazing music and a fabulous show enjoyed my Saturday night so much!

Ry
Review №15

Had fun at their Soleil event this year during SD Pride. As always, they decked out . It wasnt overly crowded this year which was nice.

Ic
Review №16

Great staff, chill vibe, the smoked chicken quesadillas were good, loved the liquor popsicles get the Rum & Coke or Lime Margarita, and the Dirty Mules are smooth be sure to stir to fully get all the flavor. I enjoyed visiting this club with my bestie. (Due to covid I did appreciate the spacing, sanitizer, & doing temp checks at the door)

Ky
Review №17

Disrespectful bouncersNot even gonna get into the discriminatory behavior. Yall are rated so low for a reason. Never getting my money or anything other black person I know

In
Review №18

ATTENTION!!! This club is no longer a “Gay Club” is full of straight men and women who are often openly homophobic. Don’t bother going here anymore

Fr
Review №19

Love this place. We drove down from riverside County every couple of months so that we can enjoy a fun night at richs. We usually come down on Wednesday nights, and it is popping off. Love it!

To
Review №20

The person working the door tonight was extremely rude and NOT accommodating to a disability. Completely unnecessary and rude for the sake of being rude it seemed. Very disappointing for an “institution” such as Rich’s.

De
Review №21

This place is fun. The venue is huge, the crowd is always fun, and the drinks are strong. I do wish they played a little bit more of diverse music but the front room is Rap/Hip Hop and the back is straight up EDM type music. Gay venues need to start including some Disco music! But overall fun place.

Pa
Review №22

It was the first time for my husband and I and we had a blast. Met some really cool people and made new friends. We will definitely be back. The drinks were good and well priced. The show was really good. The best Ive seen in a while in other states. The bartender wasnt rude, but was very a matter of fact. Not welcoming and inviting as a bartender should be, but eh, loved the atmosphere of the place. The people there were quite friendly. I would recommend this place if you want great dance music and just want to let loose for a few hours with NO JUDGEMENT. All body types there, love that!!!

ja
Review №23

Gay club ruined by the mass str8 ppl on Wednesday. Theyre very disrespectful in our gay atmosphere

Tu
Review №24

My friend ended up here at the end of her night. she was... pretty far gone, puking, dropping phone, etc. i called her phone multiple times because i was trying to her a ride for her. eventually a man answered. he was a security guard at Richs and he was extremely helpful and generous with his time. he watched out for my friend while we waited for the ride to show up and gave her somewhere to puke !i was highly impressed with how they handled this situation. tysm to the staff at Richs

As
Review №25

UNSAFE SPACE - DO NOT GO UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. I got drugged / roofied at Rich’s last night - in reading the other reviews, this has happened to several people. It happened while the drink was literally in my hand - a short/petite woman, mid-late 20s with long dark hair approached me, she was with two mid-height guys (5’10” or under, one was bald or had a closely shaved head). The only time I didn’t have eyes on my drink is when I leaned in to talk to her - the interaction lasted less than a minute. She approached me again later, and cryptically asked “how do you feel?”, which seemed like weird but harmless flirting at the time, but in hindsight the drug had absolutely started to kick in. The worst symptoms kicked in later - uncontrollable vomiting, loss of motor function, inability to speak. It is the sickest I’ve ever felt, and after only two drinks. I am communicating with Rich’s via text rn - it’s hard to tell whether or not they’re taking it seriously. I repeat, DO NOT GO TO RICH’S, THIS IS NOT A SAFE SPACE FOR ANYONE.

Ba
Review №26

I waited over a week to write this review so I could benefit from some time and perspective. Still, I am leaving a one star review. Let me paint the scene for you. Meh drinks after paying $20 per person cover, already not feeling great. Then my friends and I try to get food from a vender out front on the sidewalk, and the vender throws a hotdog at us while we are discussing the price of the food, a hotdog covered in mustard and ketchup. I normally would not hold an establishment responsible for the behavior of a random vender out front, who would right…but a manager from Rich’s came out of the club and scolded us for being upset that my friend’s tshirt, pants, and shoes were now freshly adorned with ketchup and mustard. Said manager even brought out a chart to establish that he had “catering rights on the sidewalk” and “we control this area here.” He later brought out a security guard who very quickly made clear he had no interest in addressing anything that occurred on the public sidewalk outside of the establishment he was hired to keep secure for the night. It disappoints me to share such a bad experience on one of only a few establishments specifically catering to our community, but thankfully there are better options in the area.

Se
Review №27

Your phone and wallet might get stolen. The employees and establishment will not care. Good luck.

An
Review №28

Rich’s is in on the phone stealing!! I lost my phone tonight & the bartenders AND security told me to check in with coat check. I was standing off to the side near coat check when I saw a girl hand in an iPhone to the coat check person & I clearly heard her say she found the phone on the floor. A second later I walk up and ask her if anyones turned in a phone and she says “nobody’s handed me anything all night” WHEN I HAD LITERALLY SEEN SOMEONE HAND HER A LOST IPHONE. The phone that was turned in wasn’t mine but it was the fact that she had said NO phone had been turned in. I went to speak to manager and they tried to deescalate it by saying that she hands them the phones that are lost. If that’s so, then why is everyone directing us to check in with coat check and why did she say she hadn’t found anything instead of directing me to speak to the manager? They’re in on it.

Be
Review №29

Went on a whim with a random person I met an hour before. Definitely a spot to visit in Hillcrest if you’re looking for high energy and a genuine good time.

Br
Review №30

If I could give this place 0 stars I would! I loved the music and everything but after I got my phone stolen last night from my person it completely ruined my night!! the whole staff did not care whatsoever they didnt even offer to help! my friends phone got stolen that night too! I think its a whole pyramid scheme and I think the workers get a cut of the phones being stolen! thank god I had insurance on my phone I literally just bought!!! but I had to pay an out of pocket expenses of $248 which I could of used for bills, get me back to Texas!!, food, etc but no they wanna be thiefs and steal your property

Te
Review №31

I absolutely love the venue but the staff was snippy and the prices were kind of outrageous. I was as kind as can be and still got back quite the attitude from my waiter. All I wanted was a cup of cheese for my pretzel. I respectfully requested it many times way before the kitchen closed. When I finally got my waiter’s attention again, he proceeded to go back and forth with me about when I asked for it, stating that I asked after the kitchen closed. Maybe they were having an off night, not sure.

Da
Review №32

Not a safe space. Our privacy was violated and the staff and security were not professional about the situation. Rather they falsely accused us and shut down the complaint. I thought it was a safe space but was mistaken. Also reached out via email and still haven’t heard back. I guess they don’t care for customer service at all. They need to do better seriously.

cl
Review №33

I met up with my friends for a bday party celebration and it was great.It was fun and everything was so clean.Great service and the drinks were so good.

Ch
Review №34

The venue is great but packed as a night club should be on a Friday night. My issue was with phone theft & the staffs attitude towards guests or lack there of. My family member had their phone stolen from them while on the dance floor and when we notified the staff their response was, thats Richs for ya! They said it as a joke and could care less and mentioned that it happens ALL the time. Speaking to other people at the club, they said they had their phones stolen too. If you go here, please watch your belongings and be alert. Its a shame that when going out to have a good time, you should be weary of someone stealing your phone while dancing but like they say: thats Richs for ya.

Be
Review №35

One of the coolest gay bars I have been to in a really long time. This place is a must for travelers and shouldn’t be missed. I only got 4.5 hours of sleep after that and it was totally worth it. The lights and music and the DJ were all amazing and 10/10!

Na
Review №36

I have been to Richs several times in the past but this visit was different in the sense that they took COVID and the restrictions so seriously and they protected their staff and guests.They had an amazing patio set up which socially distanced and enforced mask wearing and sanitization before entering. They also were very diligent about enforcing social distancing between parties and it was greatly appreciated.They have always some really great drinks and they had some great food options. I only hope they keep the patio in the future!

Da
Review №37

Do NOT go here. My girlfriend went here with a friend and had two (2) drinks. She was incoherent for the rest of the night, crying and unable to walk. She had almost definitely been roofied here, which is in line with other stories I’ve heard about this place.Five days later I also noticed the kind folks at Rich’s had double charged my card.Terrible bar, obnoxiously loud, and dirty.

De
Review №38

PLEASE READ!! BEWARE OF PHONE THEFT!!I have come to Richs many times with my best friend because we have always loved the atmosphere and the people who were around. However, on Saturday April 23, I dont know what made today the day to engage in phone theft but for the first time ever in my life, my phone was stolen. At first I had thought I just dropped it and someone, maybe a Good Samaritan, would give it to Lost and Found. But that was not the case. After futile attempts at looking on the ground for it, I couldnt find it. It seems the person/people who did this has done this many times because when I tried to use Find My iPhone, it could not be located. Keep in mind, my phone was completely charged and it was On the last time I checked it before it was taken. Me and my bestfriend then went outside to take a breather and there we met two other people who we found out had the same thing happen to them only moments ago. Both had their phones in their back pocket and later discovered it gone. They also spoke of Find my iPhone not being able to locate their phone even with their phones having been charged and On. When we headed back inside we noticed another person looking for their phone with the SAME EXACT THING happen to them. This is most definitely not a coincidence. A security guard who we talked to, when we mentioned what happened, just had one thing to say: it happens all the time. To have more than one person in one night have this happen to them, must be some strategic occurrence because that was insane to me. The fact that staff know it happens all the time and no one does anything about it tells me that they are either aware of who is behind it and are turning a blind eye or they really just dont care. I will not be coming back here any time soon and if youre reading this, please PLEASE heed my warning, be cautious, and keep your personal belongings close.

Du
Review №39

Usually have a great time with my fiance there until last night one of the managers knocked my fiances phone out of his hamd, didnt apologize and once asked to pick it up respectfully, told security to kick us out. Very unprofessional, and just simply rude as hell. No customer service whatsoever.

Da
Review №40

DON’T BOTHER GOING HERE. If I could give them 0 stars, I gladly would. Managed to avoid this place for an entire year after moving to SD in 2021, and finally decided to go with some friends on Friday. BIGGEST MISTAKE EVER. Only go here if you want your PHONE TO BE STOLEN. My week old iPhone was as securely zipped in front of me and STILL was taken. I noticed immediately and notified Security which is a JOKE - couldn’t have cared any less. Apparently this is such a constant occurrence they’re careless. Sorry Richs, but youre the worst. Keep your phones at home boys, those phone thieves are ruthless!

Ch
Review №41

Never had any problems here, #1 best gay bar in SD. I miss it so much. That and gossip grill are my favorite. Can’t compare to anything else. I love Rich’s. They always have good music to play too! Love it!

Ma
Review №42

The worst bad service in San Diego. Bartenders are always arrogant and abusive, they charge extra charges for a drink. I have always had bad experiences at Richs San Diego

Fa
Review №43

Misgendered at the door by security despite my ID and presentation both being male. This employee did not apologize or correct themselves, and despite a fun show of Pokemon Drag, I couldnt fully enjoy the experience because I couldnt forget the negative start to the night. For a place known as a queer hotspot, they REALLY need to do better training their employees on how to serve our community. Disappointing first impression, not sure Ill be back :/

Ji
Review №44

My friends and I love this place. So fun! BUT FOR THE LOVE OF GOD RICHS PLEASE OPEN A WINDOW. it gets SO ridiculously hot in there its unbearable. We had to leave early because I felt like I couldnt breathe. There is like zero air circulation in this place its horrible.

L
Review №45

Came here on LEZ night for a friends birthday and had a blast! All staff were attentive, friendly, and welcoming. I loved the smaller dance floor in the front playing hip hop, and the bigger room in back for techno seemed fun, too. Drinks were kinda pricey imo ($7 for pinnacle) especially since there was a cover charge. OH and the dancers were amazing !!!

Fl
Review №46

I went to this establishment on a Saturday night in the summer where they had 20%/80% ratio, when I went to wash my hands, there was no soap or paper where the woman working for donations at the sink demanded money for soap or towels... very weird safe place atmosphere for a place that has the old Hillcrest sign in their establishment...

Ja
Review №47

My wife was drugged at Rich’s on Pride Weekend. We ended up in the hospital and the doctor determined based on her condition the drug was GHB. Although the head of security handled the situation very well, I reached out to Rich’s regarding partnership to review their security cameras and they have been very unresponsive. If you go here, watch your drinks and know that there are predators who frequent there that create an unsafe space for our community.

Br
Review №48

Always great music, fun crowd, drag shows, underwear contests, gogo dancers, beautiful people everywhere! The bouncers are the best! they are always very respectful and make sure everyone leaves safely. On multiple occasions I have witnessed the bouncers make sure that extremely drunk people get a safe ride home! Thanks for being so caring to your patrons! Mike the bouncer you are so dope!

Ri
Review №49

Nice venue, good sized crowd. Bar staff are much less friendly than pre-pandemic. Drink prices are out of control. For drinks I recently paid $10 or less at other places in San Diego, Chicago, and San Francisco, Richs charged $14 on Friday night and $15 on Saturday night. The drinks were also considerably weaker than pre-pandemic.

Ma
Review №50

Bouncer check my ID and told me it was fake and almost didnt give it back. Ive been bar hopping all over San Diego and had a 21+ wrist band on from a concert. When asked about the information on my ID I answered everything correctly and he still didnt want to give me my ID back. Thankfully after talking back and forth he gave it back! I have a flight to catch and I would be stranded without it. The workers here are VERY unprofessional.

Ma
Review №51

My first time coming here with my friends who have been here every other weekend and my husband. Had a bad experience with security who kicked my husband out without ANY explanation at all. We weren’t drunk, or causing any problems he was just dancing with my friend and one security guy guided both of them out. I am 9 months pregnant and was sober all night we were actually out celebrating my due date. I was watching over him they couldn’t even tell me why they were kicked out and they took out their pepper spray as if I was gonna try to lash out on them. They also sent another 2 securities to guide me out just for asking what was happeningOn top of this I was holding on to my friend’s drinks all night and as soon as I took my eyes off from it for one second I noticed bar tenders trying to get rid of them maybe thinking we were all too drunk to realize and make us buy more.

Br
Review №52

If you like shallow, narcissistic, elitist, boring, vapid young snobs (they are very ageist here).... then this is your place.If this place did not have good speakers and phenomenal lighting (the only good thing about here) it would be obvious how uninteresting, rude, and clueless the cohorts are of this stand and model alcohol and drug fueled den...I dont recommend, and sadly there are no other good bars in the whole of this tinsel town...

Mi
Review №53

Since we are dancers, we almost always end up here when we go out- I LOVE going on Lesbian night - lots of cuties and young girls, and theres really two dance areas. Very, very lively and OK to be straight feel. If you love to dance or watch, this is a must see stop in Hillcrest. basically something for everyone, and pretty busy sometimes but the bartenders are super good and fast.

Ma
Review №54

Rich’s is just not it for me, personally. The cover is usually VERY high, and you get no added benefits for that steep pricing. The drinks are also outrageously priced, and weak weak! Bartenders are either snobby, or just really rude to patrons. It is always overcrowded, and HOT! I do like the layout, and the outside patio area, but that’s it.

jo
Review №55

Everything I love in a bar. This was my first time in San Diego and I stumbled on this fun spot. Great music, outdoor, strong drinks, good food, less clubby and more social. Super friendly and attentive staff...it’s obvious they’re a team that gets along.

Al
Review №56

The place is incredible but I think they should educate the security personnel, especially the black girl, she is working tonight (02/19/2022) in the bathroom area. You should NEVER illuminate her eyes directly with her lamp, thats dangerous, its hard for her to move from her place and make an attentive call.

Be
Review №57

This used to be the only gay club in Hillcrest before all the Mackenzies and Ashleighs turned into their straight girl playground. Please understand our community needs a safe space to gather and remind ourselves that we are valid and we don’t need to be disrespected by basic *****s vomiting in front of our venue. Thank you.

Mi
Review №58

If you’re going to charge people charge everyone not just the people you want.Also if you’re charging for coat check I expect my stuff to be there when I return. They lost my coat and hat. No one was able to help. Security is the worse here. People literally hostile and when you ask for help by security they laugh at you and walk away. The worse club in San Diego.

De
Review №59

This was a high energy, slightly crowded club. But, great music, strong drinks and wonderful people! The line was around the corner but moved very quickly! Multiple bars to get drinks and friendly service. A great place to have a great time!🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈

Ry
Review №60

The front door manager said he’d 86 me from the side walk because the hotdog vender out front threw a hotdog at our friend. Totally confusing why he’d leave his establishment to try and talk us out of calling the police.

Jo
Review №61

$23 for a vodka redbull, a cover charge, and a dead empty club .. what a joke. Theres nothing special about this place 👎

Review №62

Please save your time and money for another place. First, there was an $18 entrance fee on Saturday night even though there was no special event. You get nothing for those $18. Second, it’s packed worse than sardines. You can’t even move or dance. Third, people and bartenders are rude. Fourth, the bathroom lines are insane.

Ri
Review №63

Ava is confused. 3 reviews and 2 1 stars. Girl, so your friend had some medical emergency while pregnant episode yet insisted in going into a club? I have been going to Richs for a decade, never experienced anything like you say. Im hetero and this place is fun.In fact, I will be there this weekend.

Al
Review №64

Second time here, order a drink only to have my card thrown back at me by a bartender (female) because I didn’t tip her by the hip-hob section 11/12-13/2021 Not everyone can afford a tip so if I’m here hosting a night at the vip section for several people and I already spent more than $400 you have to relax you ain’t going broke its ok you have good days and not so good days. Just be respectful because people remember what type of service they get regardless of what influence they’re under 👌 ok (Leo or Lea whatever) 🙄

Fe
Review №65

Only came because I needed to dance, since I was still on acid from a Chris lake show. Good layout, djs we’re playing good music. It was hot in there and drinks were weak considering the price.

Gu
Review №66

As many have said , they have very rude bartenders much of the time . One time while visiting , they were ALL doing shots behind the bar together , not even with guests . When I finally asked politely if I could order some drinks , one of them turned to me and said «  you’ll just have to wait «  . I still cannot believe a service person would say that in that tone and while THEY were drinking , not pouring . 🤷‍♀️. Surreal !

Me
Review №67

This place has the potential to be one of the best clubs in San Diego. Great large space with good sound and a cool hanging dj booth. Not the place for homophobes, but IS the place if you wanna get your dance on!

Bu
Review №68

This place is horrible nobody here says excuse me everyone is just pushing each other and the hip hop side smells like cheese all the time it’s gross also the security guards here are super horrible and inconsiderate especially the guy who’s white and has a really big beard like a ginger color beware of him I’ve heard him say he does drugs while on the job and he flashes his really right light at peoples faces for no reason he shined his bright light in my face it was bad drinks here are also really expensive and not good at all

He
Review №69

BEWARE THEFT HAPPENS HERE. HAVE BEEN HERE 2X WITH 2 GROUPS OF FRIENDS. 1ST TIME, 1 FRIENDS CARD GOT STOLEN AND 2ND TIME 2 PEOPLES CARDS GOT STOLEN. Think it happens outside bc both instances the last time the card was used was outside. Decent place but not worth the stress.Fool me once shame on you. Fool me twice shame on me. Never going there again so there wont be a 3rd.

J
Review №70

Dont go here. They allow people to steal your phone while youre on the dance floor and wont offer any assistance with getting it back even with iCloud pinging your phone as still in the bar. Worst customer service ever! Ill never go back in this crappy bar thats crawling with pick pockets and management more concerned with music than helping a customer get back stolen property. Absolute worst experience ever!

Ma
Review №71

Rich’s is the most important club in Hillcrest and I would say San Diego. If you travel to San Diego, this place is a MUST. They are always offering great events, great DJs and good drinks! I can’t wait to them to te open!

Je
Review №72

Security guard was rude and put his hands on me while waiting in line telling me to move. There was no place to move to. I decided to spend my money elsewhere for this reason. I don’t have to tolerate this type of behavior.

La
Review №73

I usually dont do reviews, but in this case its more of a public service announcement for all the ladies who come to LEZ night to have a good time, hang with the girls, and not be harassed by disgusting straight guys asking you to kiss your girlfriend or have a three way. THIS IS NOT A SAFE HAVEN ANY MORE, FOR US. I use to go every Thursday (always an AMAZING time) but hadnt gone in a while. I took a girlfriend last night and, my goodness, it was like walking into any bar in PB. Straight couples everywhere, staring down the gay couples, SUPER wasted straight girls begging for attention, giving nasty looks to all the pretty gay girls actually enjoying themselves- AND THEN, all these guys, who APPEARED gay (dressed in crop tops and denim cut offs, one even had a collar) just took over the dance floor and started asking all the girls to make out/dance with them, and they did! One even asked me to pull his collar and when I didnt, he proceeded to try and kiss me! EW WTF. EW! then they all started strattling each other on the dance floor, shoving each others tongues down their throats, as if this was some kind of straight orgy. Super uncomfortable energy and the clubs environment has totally changed. To be clear, I have nothing against men, I have everything against CREEPY men, and when I want to go out dancing-they are not even on the list of the things I want to experience. Especially creepy straight guys pretending to be gay just to get close to all the pretty girls and try and f*** them. The only thing thats the same is the beautiful bartenders and their amazing attitude and awesome drink specials. Thank you ladies for always making it a pleasure!

Cl
Review №74

Great spot for amazing EDM DJs

Es
Review №75

Every time I go, Richs its always poppin. I like the fact that it has two DJs. One for EDM and one for Hip Hop. I personally love going to dance the night away. I would definitely recommend coming here if youre looking to have a fun night. No homophobes please! Lol

An
Review №76

I-phone and wallet got stollen hereBEWARE OF PICKPOCKETING

JB
Review №77

Extremely rude pushy security that hates being there. The bartenders are shady they will charge you top shelf when they serve you cheap quality liquor, they assume your drunk and wont notice.There is no respect for the patron.I hate this place and the word is spreading

Pa
Review №78

I lost my car key last night while dancing and the old white security lady working Saturday night at closing would not let me back in to go look for my key and told me I would have to come back the next day to see if anyone found a key! My car now has a $100 ticket and I had to get it towed just now

C
Review №79

I love Rich’s. It’s indoor/outdoor and updated. There’s a large dance floor and a nice VIP area. Everyone is friendly and it’s very inclusive.

Do
Review №80

It was so so Most staff were nice, some thought they were doing you a favor. It was ok decore. I guess I am use to a better standard of service from the bars I go to in Minneapolis.

Da
Review №81

It costs a $12 cover to walk into a mediocre dance floor with lame music and incredibly rude bar staff/security. The drinks are overpriced and the alcohol is watered down. I wont be going back. I should have read the reviews before I went.

Ju
Review №82

Security guards roughly attacked two girls. One of them ended up with her eye bleeding after that. Cruel and miserable. Be safe

Da
Review №83

Super fun. Two separate rooms with different djs. Smoking area. Cool crowd.

Br
Review №84

I Absolutely Love this Nightclub..Almost similar would say to A Modern Day Star 57...type of Club Atmosphere Sure There are Gays Men And Women so What?? Im not Gay but I like also the Fact that its not just Gay LGBT folks but Straight Heterosexual folks mixed in With Couples..HappY Place To Be let me tell you.Super Nice Staff ....2 different Dance floors One for techno style music / Dance..Then other Dance floor Is mainly catered to a Hip hop Dance style...Ive Noticed That is A Free Spirited Place Where You dont Seem to run into much Riff Raff if you accidentally bump into someone etc.Utopia lol.No one is trying up pick Unnecessary Stupid Fights..Yes The Body Guards Can Be As I read on other teviess vigilant and Loud but Who care? They doing there to protect All And Keep A Safe awesome Club Going...GREAT NIGHTCLUB 8N MY OPINION.WIRH DIVERSE PEOPLE BUT ON BALACE 90% HAPPY FUN NON VIOLENT CLUB FOLKS...BY FAR MUCJ BETTER THEN YOUR TYPICAL SNOBBY GASLAMP NIGHT CLUB ECPERIENCE YEHH😁😁😁😁😁😄😄😄😄😄🐼🐧

Tr
Review №85

Richs is much fun! I go almost every weekend to dance, drink and have fun. A lot of good looking men and very friendly staff.

Is
Review №86

First time going to richs I got ROOFED!! DONT GO HERE!! SO DANGEROUS!!My friend went the other night, got phone stolen and roofed!!! ENDED UP IN HOSPITAL!!!!!!

el
Review №87

Only when pride event have d.j. blasting the music until all hours. Actually, I DO NOT call it MUSIC, only NOISE . From my house, ALL I hear is the CONSTANT POUNDING OF THE BASS!! I purchased earplugs...noise is STILL deafening!! Calling there does NO GOOD. THEY JUST TURN IT UP MORE!! HAVE THEY NOPRIDE ( IN THEIR CONSIDERATION OF RESIDENTS NEARBY?? )APPARENTLYN. O. T.

An
Review №88

Sad to pay and not get to see the headliner. Far too packed, can’t reach the bathrooms, literally zero crowd control and def will not come back here 👎

Jo
Review №89

A great place to meet and make friends!

He
Review №90

I absolutely love it here on Thursday nights for LEZ nite as well as Saturday’s!Drinks are great, atmosphere is great, and amazing music!

Da
Review №91

The stage and sound system were amazing but the drinks were $9 a piece! Be sure to pregame before you attend an event here.

Ry
Review №92

BEWARE of double-charging! I have been here numerous times but this past weekend I was charged two covers instead of one. They are taking advantage of drunk people who dont notice.

Ga
Review №93

The worst thing Ive seen, they discriminate against us because a friend was drunk, but I never disrespected them

T
Review №94

Great vibes! Love the different DJs and various spaces to grab a drink and listen to music!!

Te
Review №95

Got my phone stolen there lastnight.... dont ever go there beware of phone thefts!

Da
Review №96

This club was popping off for a Wednesday night and they played great music in both rooms!

Br
Review №97

Not enough room to dance on crowded nights but they have the best DJs.

Ke
Review №98

Hip-hop in the front and techno in the back! Great club really enjoyed my time here!

Ed
Review №99

Not a very friendly staff... even if your white... spent alot of money and they still treat you like trash... i see a boycott coming soon... uhhgg

Tr
Review №100

Love this place but so tired of the straight gurl takeover! So annoying!

Bi
Review №101

Staple gay club if youre in Hillcrest. A night out at Richs always ends up being a good time.

c.
Review №102

Best gay night club in San Diego without a doubt, pride week is going to be crazy.

[X
Review №103

Best nightclub in town

Jo
Review №104

Fun

Br
Review №105

It was ok. The back room dancefloor is nice.

Ma
Review №106

Been coming here for years! Best dance/show club!!!

Review №107

Great place! Hot guys and good music.

Al
Review №108

I just don’t like how they charge cover . Rather go somewhere free.

Ja
Review №109

Nest all around gay club in San Diego, to see and be scene, theme nights and every event

Mo
Review №110

I had no access to bathroom

Ta
Review №111

My fav place in California ~ Roger Smith

Mi
Review №112

A damn good night club everyone has to go to at least once.

Ma
Review №113

Most rocking club in Hillcrest.

Je
Review №114

They don’t answer their phone line.

Da
Review №115

No bidet

D
Review №116

Always too much fun.

Lu
Review №117

This place gets wild after 11

Te
Review №118

Fun!

Gl
Review №119

Bar staff the best

Ka
Review №120

Place is fun and cheap

Ch
Review №121

Awful

An
Review №122

Fun place!

Fe
Review №123

Great Nightclub!!!

ro
Review №124

Great club

Jo
Review №125

Too straight now.

re
Review №126

Chill place

Da
Review №127

Actually a really nice club, with a good crowd and good music, if it werent for the toilets! It was like on the Titanic, 20 lifeboats for 2000 passengers, 2 queues stretched into the middle of the disco, conditions like in a developing country! I am of the opinion that if you want to charge admission and sell drinks, you also have to provide for peoples basic needs and offer a sufficient number of toilets.

Mi
Review №128

Bad customer service place! All workers drinking even while on shift hours!! I approached a waiter if he could serve me with a bottle of beer in hand, I asked him if I could order food, and he told me that he was out of service and then he checked the time on his phone and he replied, Im sorry, Im still on the clock, theres one he realizes how drunk he is!! And he answers that the kitchen closes at 8 pm, which is why at the entrance they told me that they still served food!! After waiting 1 hour at the table without having someone to serve me! But seeing many employees at the tables sitting drinking and even wearing the uniform of the bars name, it makes me feel very bad since as a customer you expect to have a service.

Ju
Review №129

Perfect, a top bartender... Happy vacation in Nice 😁😁😁

Cr
Review №130

IT IS A PLACE WITH BAD SERVICE, FROM THE RECEPTION, TO THE WAITERS, AND BE CAREFUL THEY STOLEN MY CELL PHONE. AND NOBODY DID ANYTHING TO SEE WHAT HAPPENED. I SUGGEST A GENERAL REVIEW OF ALL SERVICES SO THAT IT STOP HAVING A BAD FAME. AWFUL.

Ma
Review №131

Excellent place more in the angy hot dogs 😁😁😁😁 outside

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  • Address:1051 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, United States
  • Site:https://richssandiego.com/
  • Phone:+1 619-990-2703
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:10 PM–2 AM
  • Thursday:10 PM–2 AM
  • Friday:9 PM–2 AM
  • Saturday:9 PM–2 AM
  • Sunday:9 PM–2 AM
From the business
  • Identifies as LGBTQ+ owned:Yes
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
  • Live music:Yes
  • Live performances:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Dancing:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Gender-neutral toilets:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Trendy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • LGBTQ+ friendly:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
  • Transgender safe space:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
Payments
  • Credit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
Parking
  • Free of charge street parking:Yes
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