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Post #36100 by thejab on Tue, May 27, 2003 12:57 PM

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Besides the other good suggestions, if you don't mind a newer place, consider the Lava Lounge in Hollywood. The decor is nice, they're set up for bands, and you could have it catered as I don't think they serve food. The neighborhood is ugly though.

The good thing about San Diego is there is nice lodging on Shelter Island at Humphrey's Half Moon Inn (very near the Bali Hai) and also at the Hanalei (where the Islands restaurant is located). And the whole outdoor atmosphere at Humphrey's is great - the buildings and the gardens and the bay views.

The Hanalei gardens are beautiful also with some tikis here and there and a nice pool area with a huge Moai watching over the area. The Hanalei has some Polynesian style private rooms in addition to the main restaurant. The food at the Bali Hai is OK, but nothing great. I liked the food at the Islands more but the drinks at the Bali Hai were better. I have not tried the food at the Half Moon Inn. If you can afford it and you want a romantic tropical event at a place with polynesian style to spare, I would do it in San Diego at either Shelter Island or at the Hanalei.

http://www.halfmooninn.com

http://www.balihairestaurant.com

http://www.hanaleihotel.com