1919

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1919 alludes to the year of the “Black Sox Scandal,” when eight Chicago White Sox players who were up against the Cincinnati Reds in the World Series were caught intentionally losing games in exchange for money from gamblers, including noted mobster, Arnold Rothstein. Banned from baseball for life, these players ignited a scandal that corrupted America’s favorite pastime, shaking the fabric of the nation. These times gave rise to the famous phrase, “Say it ain’t so, Joe,” in reference to Shoeless Joe Jackson, a Chicago White Sox player who was believed to be part of the scheme. Since that time, impropriety has played a part in nearly every sport. From Pete Rose and Tim Donaghy to Reggie Bush and Danny Almonte, sports and scandals have oftentimes gone hand in hand. 1919 is a throwback to what a neighborhood sports bar used to be. Simple drinks are served quickly, so that you can focus on the next play. At 1919, you won’t find any food items you can’t pronounce. Instead, you’ll savor classic comfort food made from scratch, with a creative twist. With the sound on for every big game, there is no better place to watch your favorite team than amid the timeless surroundings of 1919. 1919 has two floors spanning two adjacent spaces. On the main dining floor, there is a private dining room to accommodate up to 16 guests, available to rent out for your team’s upcoming big game, or your company's next dinner. Visit our lounge on the top floor overlooking 5th Avenue for some of the best people-watching that Downtown San Diego has to offer. From there, take an elevator down to Prohibition, San Diego’s original Speakeasy, where live music and hand-crafted cocktails can be enjoyed from some of the best musicians and bartenders in Southern California. Want to listen to every game? 1919 offers customers an experience they can’t get anywhere else. We know how important sound is to your viewing experience. With the click of a button on your smartphone, you can listen to the sound of any game on any of our 25+ TVs. 1919 offers a Happy Hour menu Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM featuring $5 drafts, $5 wells, and 20% off specialty cocktails.