The Space Pad

Leave it to Kilowatt Brewing to come up with another killer speakeasy concept. After successfully launching the wildly popular Forbidden Cove, adjacent to their Kearny Mesa tasting room, the owners decided to open The Space Pad alongside the brewery’s Oceanside taproom last year. In an about-face from Forbidden Cove’s beloved tiki theme, The Space Pad features futuristic cocktails that employ molecular tricks and treats like color changes, pearlized surprises, jelly textures, and smoke bubbles. Ordering a certain drink can trigger an interactive experience like a mock liftoff or a tropical paradise, along with a state-of-the-art lighting and sound system that simulates alien abductions and other paranormal events. Also on the menu are Kilowatt beers, an absinthe fountain, and a seafood-centric bar menu.
How to book: Reservations are required and can be made online.