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AD Nightclub

Founder and CEO

Bayless Cobb

Coronado-born entrepreneur Bayless Cobb is the ‘architect’ of the AD Nightclub concept. With an innate talent for bringing people together and a vast network of contacts that encompasses the who’s who of the nightlife and hospitality industries, he is responsible for assembling an all-star team of collaborators to bring the ultra-luxe nightlife venue to fruition.

As the son of a respected architect, entrepreneurial savvy is in Cobb’s blood. Bold and innovative, the University of California, Santa Barbara graduate has developed thriving real estate, finance and consulting businesses under the KDI Holdings company umbrella. His practical experience spans the disciplines of marketing, management and customer relations and has fueled his knowledge of the business of nightlife.

Cobb has been captivated by the former Red Circle space in San Diego’s Gaslamp District since 2009. He saw great potential in the uniquely L-shaped floor plan transformed to create a cutting-edge, high-end boutique nightclub venue unique to San Diego and the west coast. Four years later, Cobb’s vision of modern cathedral-inspired design is set to become a reality.

Going against the grain has been the key to Cobb’s success and AD is no exception. With Cobb at the helm, AD will focus on exclusivity, high-theatrics and the customer experience and is poised to fill a void in the city’s flourishing nightlife scene.

Cobb splits his time between Coronado California, Kailua Hawaii and Havana Cuba where he invests, owns and operates hospitality projects. 

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Ranch & Coast - “There’s A Whole Lot Shaking Downtown”

“You’ve started hearing people in L.A. and New York talking about the Gaslamp,” says Bayless Cobb, principal partner and visionary behind AD Nightclub, which opened this summer in the onetime Red Circle space on E Street. “San Diegans have become much more demanding and sophisticated when it comes to culinary and nightlife [offerings]. They’ve traveled to L.A. and Vegas, so they have expectations. They expect ‘A’ level.”

Pacific Magazine - “Join the Club”

Pacific SD: What are a couple of the coolest things that happened at AD Nightclub in 2014?
Bayless Cobb, owner and principal partner: The most amazing thing that happened (this year) was watching the evolution of live performances at our “AD On Wednesday” events. Seeing the biggest-selling recording artists in the country performing in front of sold-out crowds in such a small and intimate venue literally changed everything…

San Diego News Downtown - Posh new nightclubs are upping the energy level

“AD is exquisite [with] exceptional attention to detail,” said Bayless Cobb, principal partner. “Every nook and cranny has something new to explore — even if you come a dozen times, you haven’t seen all the details.”

Eater San Diego - “Religion-Themed New Nightclub Encourages Sinning”

The newest nightclub to descend on the Gaslamp takes inspiration from on high, creating a "modern cathedral"-themed stage , with archways, candles, columns and stained glass, for a nightlife experience that includes theatrical performers, multimedia religious iconography and staff uniforms topped with Roman collars. Owner Bayless Cobb and General Manager TJ Brown.

SanDiego.org - NEW NIGHTCLUBS SPICE UP SAN DIEGO AFTER DARK

AD Club opened its doors in August 2014 and since then has been offering a full nightclub experience with craft cocktails, synchronized areal theatrics, the latest in music, eleven bottle service booths and a small bites menu. The 4,000 square-foot space is decorated with traditional cathedral and religious elements that give the venue a unique bold and daring design. For those who worship food, exclusive dining “pop-ups” events are hosted with popular chefs who create special prix-fix menus for the occasion. AD Club is a creation of Coronado, California entrepreneurs Bayless Cobb, TJ Brown and Giana Loya.

Eater San Diego - “Red Circle Reopening As New Restaurant & Club”

Bayless Cobb, CEO of King Diamond, Inc. tells Eater that he's putting together a "dream team" of collaborators to help transform the 5,000-square-foot space to a stylish, full service restaurant and high end nightclub.

Corporate Inquiries: Bayless Cobb - ceo@kingdiamondinc.com