past projects

Before growing Good Time Design into the company it is today, Ty Hauter was involved in 26 projects, including notable operations: WaveHouse in Mission Beach, Southpaw Social Club, Bootlegger, Culy Warehouse, The Double Deuce, the original Whiskey Girl in the Gaslamp and Typhoon Saloon in Pacific Beach. With each of these businesses, Ty was an integral part of the ownership, growth and success built upon those experiences to develop his own successful current portfolio.

wavehouse

Located at historic Belmont Park, WaveHouse had four unique restaurants, multiple bars, wave machines and jam-packed events.

BUB’S AT THE BALLPARK

Bub’s was born in 1996 in Pacific Beach and emerged into its second location in downtown San Diego in 2011. Embracing both history and the growing traditions of America’s Finest City, Bub’s was constructed using various architectural salvage from throughout the West coast, including reclaimed wood, scrap metal and reused brick.

The Tipsy Crow

The Tipsy Crow is the prominent destination on the most popular block in the Gaslamp Quarter. You’ll find games, entertainment, dancing and spots to unwind on the three levels: the Main Bar, the Nest and the Underground.

southpaw social club

Southpaw Social Club was a watering hole & eatery, paying homage to the barnstorming baseball days of old. It featured 3 patios, distressed barn timber, industrial steel and historical brick.

Culy Warehouse

In 1914, Frank O. Culy started The Culy Trucking Company in the historic heart of East Village to transport goods to residents. Nearly a century later, it was a multi-purpose 4,500 sq.ft. event space.

The Original Whiskey Girl

One of the longest running venues in the Historic Gaslamp Quarter, where casual days met high energy dance music.

THE GEORGE JONES

The George Jones was a multi-level bar and restaurant concept that was home to the official George Jones Museum until 2021. Purchased in November 2016 by Possum Real Estate Holdings LLC, which consists of R. Coran Capshaw, Joe Penland Jr. and and Good Time Design’s CEO, Ty Hauter, the 46,000-square-foot building featured a Smokehouse BBQ restaurant, a picturesque rooftop bar, event space and memorabilia of the country legend known as “The Possum.”

CERVEZA JACK’S GASLAMP

Located in the historic Gaslamp of San Diego, Cerveza Jack's was an everyday escape for any food & drink lover. The menu featured Southern comfort favorites inspired by the sister location in “Music City” Nashville, TN, while maintaining the effortless cool of the California coast. Cerveza Jack's was an oasis complete with live music, big personality and memories to be made.

THE LOMA CLUB

Formerly known as Sail Ho Golf Course, the club attracted talent such as Craig Stadler and Phil Mickelson in Junior Golf Tournaments throughout the years. In 2014, Good Time Design remodeled the bar and grill located in the clubhouse, and added a 3,000 square foot deck and an outdoor bar.

Bootlegger

Built on a locals-oriented foundation, Bootlegger sprung from the minds of local industry experts. Bootlegger takes the comfort of your best friend’s living room and pairs it with the allure of a 1920’s speakeasy.

Typhoon Saloon

Typhoon Saloon was Pacific Beach’s premier & largest nightclub & sports bar located only 4 blocks from the beach on PB’s busiest strand, Garnet Ave. The space is now known as Moonshine Beach.

GO GO AMIGO

A staycation in Liberty Station! Go Go Amigo served up Mexican inspired eats and a unique tequila focused menu in a lush patio setting.

KNOTTY Barrel

Knotty Barrel is home to East Village’s newest Gastropub, featuring fine, locally-sourced food and a selection of over 100 local, domestic and imported beers from around the world.

The Double Deuce

Boasting 4 levels, 2 rooms and DJ’s pumping the best in party music, rock n’ roll, new country hits and old school dance favorites, The Double Deuce has something for everyone.

Cat Eye Club

The Cat Eye Club was a retro cocktail lounge, located in Downtown San Diego in the heart of East Village across from Petco Park.  Inspired by the late 50’s, early 60’s nightlife culture, it payed homage to mid century cocktail trends with an emphasis on classic and tiki cocktails.

1st street bar & grill

A quintessential coastal dive bar & local Encinitas favorite, the building has a tremendous history dating back to the late 1800′s.