Gertie's Salon & Bar is what happens when the warm glow of conversation mixes with jazz notes and ice clinking in crystal - with a little mischief stirred in. Where strangers become chosen family somewhere between the first sip and the last laugh. Named for the spirit of connection and conversation, Gertie's is the perfect complement to dinner at Alice B., and the kind of place that pulls you in for "just one drink" before convincing you to stay until last call.
This isn't your typical bar. Inspired by the literary salons of centuries past, those intimate gatherings where artists, thinkers, and troublemakers came together to share ideas and forge unlikely friendships, Gertie's recreates that electric energy for the modern age. Here, ideas collide over craft cocktails, laughter ricochets off candlelit corners, and every night feels like you've stumbled into something special. A sanctuary, a stage, and a second living room for the LGBTQ+ community.
Gertie's is designed for lingering - the kind of space where time slows down and the outside world fades away. Whether you're settling into a plush seat with old friends or striking up conversation with the person next to you at the bar, you'll find yourself in good company.
Walk-in seating available Tuesday - Sunday 5 pm - 9 pm. To reserve for larger parties (8+), please call the restaurant - 760.537.4311 - and speak with a manager to discuss availability.