Sushi Beneath a Giant Buddha: 4 San Diego Stops
AKA San Diego puts Gaslamp sushi, cocktails and a prominent Buddha statue at the center of this collection. The American Comedy Co. adds underground stand-up, Comic-Con Museum turns to rotating pop-culture exhibitions, and Haunted San Diego Ghost Tours supplies theatrical history and true-crime storytelling. Compare four distinctive experiences, with shows, exhibits and guided tours planned around their own programs.
At 611 Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter, AKA San Diego pairs an Asian fusion menu with a nightlife lounge. Japanese, Chinese, Korean, and Thai dishes include sushi platters, while the bar serves handcrafted cocktails. A live DJ performs beneath the prominent Buddha statue, and Friday and Saturday service continues until 2 AM.
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The American Comedy Co. pairs major headliners with emerging local talent in an intimate underground room at 818 6th Ave. in the Gaslamp Quarter. Cold beer and prompt table service accompany performances. The venue is 21 and over. Most headliner shows have a two-drink minimum, while selected open mics and special shows do not. Happy hour features five-dollar drinks.
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Comic-Con Museum in Balboa Park presents rotating exhibitions on comics, science fiction, and cinema at 2131 Pan American Plaza. Galleries feature screen-used costumes and childhood characters, while family-friendly scavenger hunts add another activity. A small theatre and gift shop round out the visit, with educational programming and sponsored evening events also part of the offering.
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Haunted San Diego Ghost Tours leads a guided walk through the Gaslamp Quarter’s historic Stingaree district, visiting more than 25 haunted and true-crime sites. Guides tell local stories, including tales of Wyatt Earp and restless spirits. The route includes indoor access to a haunted hotel and hospital, with pendulums and EMF readers. Tours require advance booking and are for ages 13 and up.
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