Noble Experiment
Bar · San Diego
777 G St, San Diego, CA 92101
Highlights
Secret speakeasy crafting custom cocktails based on your preferences
Secret speakeasy crafting custom cocktails based on your preferences
"Within the East Village’s upscale gastropub Neighborhood lies this intimate bar hidden behind a keg wall and past a hallway covered in mirrors. Classical art and a wall of golden skulls keep the dimly-lit space dark and mysterious, adding to the bar’s already unique element of not having a menu — cocktails are crafted on the spot based on your preferences. Leave it to the experts at the bar to dictate what will be poured into your cocktail after telling them your desired drink profile: bright and refreshing, floral and fruity, or direct and no-frills. Be sure to make a reservation beforehand on OpenTable for a secured seat at the cocktail den. The bar is open daily from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m." - Roxana Becerril
"For a quick San Diego snapshot, cap things off with a final nightcap at Noble Experiment." - Candice Woo
"When it opened 10 years ago, Noble Experiment was at the forefront of the cocktail revival scene thanks in no small part to Sam Ross, who trained its dynamic group of local bartenders. The latest iteration is slightly more relaxed, with brighter finishes and room for larger groups, but the biggest change is that there is no menu." - Candice Woo
"And, two blocks away, Noble Experiment, where asking for the “dealer’s choice” will get you a bespoke drink mixed to your tastes." - Sophie Friedman
"You'll find the entrance to this popular speakeasy inside the casual food-and-beer restaurant Neighborhood, hidden behind—what else?—beer barrels. After a brief stint in a dark waiting room, with decidedly Stranger Things vibes, you'll find yourself in the (very) tiny, trendy place. There's seating for about 30 people, accommodated by a mix of cozy, tufted leather booths and bar stools—you'll need a reservation to sit on one of them. But the hassle is worth it: Drinks are made with impressive attentive to detail. There's "La Guapa," made with blanco tequila, ancho chile liqueur, lime, and red pepper. Or, opt for the "Dealers Choice": tell the bartenders what flavors you like, and they'll create something just for you." - Archana Ram
