The Collective
The Collective is where Pacific Beach comes to drink. Show up after 9 when the dance floor fills but the bartenders still know your name. Garnet Ave foot traffic makes it feel like the whole neighborhood decided to stay out.
Order whatever's on draft and don't overthink it. The crowd and the music are the real draw here.
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- 1261 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
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