Where are the more alternative art inspired conversation friendly bars in San Diego, California.?

Question

I am new to San Diego and am looking for really chill bars that are artistically influenced and cater to those more interested in quality conversation than drunken debauchery. A place that has good music but not so loud you have to yell into someone's ear to communicate. A place where people aren't there for upholding some fake image they are putting but rather for socializing with friends and getting to know like-minded people. Any recommendations? Thanks so much!

Answer 1

I'm not from San Diego but I am an artist and writer who loves to travel there. Here are some ideas:

The Grape, 823 Fifth Ave
George's At The Cove in LaJolla
La Fiesta Mexican Cuisine & Lounge, Gaslamp District
Beach Bar, Not your ordinary rooftop bar, 421 West B St

Out of curiousity, I did a search for chill bars. Get to know the city and do a little touring of your own as each of us has our own idea of what it is to "chill." Also, where I like to chill in my own neighborhood differs greatly when I visit
San Diego, San Francisco, LA, Napa or Sacramento. Bottoms up!

http://sandiego.citysearch.com/search?cslink=cs_topbar_search&context=restaurants&searchOpt=cs&query=chill+bars&y=0&x=0

Answer 2

I lived there for 8 years and the area's that I feel would interest you would be:
Kensington
Balboa Park
Torrey pines La Jolla
The Gas Lamp for the night life
Take a drive over to Coronado Too!!! By the marina there are some nice places to walk around.

Answer 3

Landlord Jims
A tiny dive bar just outside of Downtown