50 Best Cocktail Bars near Brea

“I wanted to gatekeep this SO BADLY but I may have just found the BEST quality handrolls in Orange County.

Took my mom to this super chic and modern handroll bar in Brea. The quality of each handroll was UNREAL.

Seriously, so hard to choose favorites, but I loooved the baked blue crab and A5 wagyu.

I also definitely recommend getting their rock shrimp tempura appetizer and fun mocktails that are so tasty.

If you're like me and can't resist top-notch fresh fish that won't break the bank, make sure to bookmark this and share it with your friends.

Thanks for reading! ^-^“

“Definitely recommend. Walked in and instantly loved the decor and vibes. The bartender was super friendly and amazing. The drinks were delicious and strong just how I love them. We went on a crafting and karaoke night.“

“Everything was fantastic from the food & drinks, to the service, to the ambiance & music. We absolutely loved everything. Ally & Noah were absolutely amazing! The entire staff was so accommodating and kind! Definitely going to be back!“

“Service was fast and excellent, the ambiance was fascinating and really makes for a special evening, the drinks were so fun to watch them make, smoked drinks especially. The patio was large and lots of seating. The food was fresh and delicious. Great place for a date or night out with friends !“

“My wife and I stopped by for lunch on a Monday. It was not at all busy so we were seated right away. We ordered legacy fries with garlic Parmesan cheese, harvest salad (arugula and artisan lettuce) and Dan Talk Thai (shrimp and salmon in coconut milk sauce over jasmine rice). Fries were one of the best I've had... crispy with the right amount of garlic and Parmesan cheese. The salad was refreshing with an Indian or Mediterranean spice dressing. The Thai dish was a nice balance of sweet and savory although the Jasmine was cooked a little al dente for our taste. Overall, we had a nice experience and will return to this farm to table restaurant.“

“Always a good time love this place“

“I stopped by this place on a Friday night, and oh my goodness, it was hopping! The vibe is incredible—it honestly feels like you're eating in a nightclub! There are loads of TVs showing music videos, and the artwork on the walls is just awesome. I decided to go for the guacamole, which came with crispy chicharrón, and it was absolutely delicious! The pepino agua fresca was super refreshing, and I couldn't help but try the shrimp enchiladas, too. All in all, it’s such a fantastic spot to enjoy a meal, totally packed with great vibes!“

“Best bar in California hands down!“

“It’s a wonderful place to hang“

“The small restaurants were very good and clean. I also loved the food there! A little overpriced but great food. Overall would recommend to eat with friends“

“Samantha is the best bartender with such a happy smile. Always welcomes everyone walking in the door. Friendly attitude with all the customers. This is why guys go to bars in the first place. Excellent pool table and it has sonoma felt. Table is level and shoots well. Plenty of parking and definitely the best bar in the area. They also have Karaoke for those that want to sing.“

“Just ate the most amazing chicken sandwich and the Best Onion Rings EVER! !!!!!“

“Good times, good drinks, a fun group of people that make it a party!“

“Awesome bar, for all those that left bad reviews came in wasted.
Roberta and Lonnie are all about safety and care about their well being.
If you want local all good time I highly recommend this bar. Also music selection here is top tier
You all enjoy :)“

“Bartender on Sundays is chill“

“Excelente place , delicious food and cocktails 🍹 Plus the services is a 5 ⭐️ i will definitely go back to el matatan 🙌“

“Great place for a good time“

“Bartender (Madlynn?) was very pretty and welcoming. Vibe was what I expect at a sportsbar and plenty of parking. When the Angels game started, I asked and they immediately threw the game on. No Complaints. If it was closer to home, I would be here all the time.“

“What a GREAT dinner! Met friends here on a late Friday night and they fit us in. The sushi was fresh and so tasty, definitely the best I’ve had in a LONG time. The drinks were amazing, try a version of their old fashioned but so many different drinks to choose from. Our server Christine was so attentive & sweet. We felt the service was 10/10! I recommend the wagyu dumplings and Geisha roll!“

“Bartender Jonny was very welcoming and knowledgeable. Affordable drinks. Plenty of TVs. 3 pool tables. 1 juke box. Plenty of interesting characters. Give it a shot.“

“Shout out to Baran Mediterranean restaurant. We had a superbowl/ 50th birthday party yesterday and everything was literally perfect. Food/staff/ decorations/ cake, everything was perfect. There's nothing I would change or do differently. We had a party of 80 and everyone has been texting today saying how good the food was. Go try them out, you won't regret it. Owners are pretty amazing too, super friendly and down to earth. Thank you Baran!!!!❤️“

“Bday! Great place and brought me a cupcake with candle!!!“

“Excellent food, service, and atmosphere! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Excellent service great views awesome food“

“Food was great , portions were huge , quality was top notch , Alaskan king crab legs were massive , staff very friendly and grateful for your business. Will def return“

“I was at The Richland for the ASID Gala & thoroughly enjoyed the venue. The space is lovely & uniquely laid out with multiple areas & rooms. The food & service were terrific.“

“My friend and I recently visited The Blind Rabbit which is located inside the Packing House. We decided to try our luck without a reservation and put our names on the waitlist. To our surprise, there were a few cancellations, and after waiting about 25 minutes, we were texted that our reservation was ready.

As we entered the speakeasy, we were warmly greeted by the staff and immediately taken in by the festive Christmas decor—it truly set a magical tone. The drinks and music created a lively and cozy atmosphere, and the bartenders were incredibly friendly and engaging, adding to the charm of the evening.

Unfortunately, since we arrived later in the evening, the kitchen was already closed, so we didn’t get a chance to try the food. This gives us the perfect reason to return—I’m eager to explore more of their drink menu and try some of their food offerings next time!

Overall, The Blind Rabbit is a gem of a speakeasy with great vibes and exceptional service. Highly recommended, but I’d suggest making a reservation to guarantee your spot!“

“Sol 626 is truly special. The menu offers a good variety of dishes, and our server was very knowledgeable about the ingredients and the origins of the recipes. Ambiance and service were exemplary, but the food was the real star of our evening. We tried the salmon, carne asada, and enchiladas with both red and green mole sauces. Each of these plates was perfectly prepared. Such amazing flavors! I also ordered the jamaica agua fresca, and it was delicious and not too sweet. I highly recommend Sol 626.

Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options would require substitutions.

Parking: Parking lot behind restaurant

Wheelchair accessibility: The parking lot behind the restaurant has accessible parking and a double door entrance to the building level with the parking lot. The front, street side entrance has steps and so is not wheelchair accessible.“

“The food tastes amazing and the service is fantastic. The atmosphere is such a calming vibe. Definitely coming back!!!

Kid-friendliness: Very fun for the kids especially because of the claw machine. I do recommend taking your picky eaters here!!!!!“

“The best hamburger I've ever had bar none and I'm 75! Grilled to perfection, loaded with goodies like cheddar cheese and lettuce and tomato and pickles. oh my! and yummy french fries. Our server, Luis, went out of his way to make us feel welcome. He even gave us directions to a local market and answered all our questions about the hotel.“

“We had a fantastic experience!The food was delicious, and the drinks were spot on. What made the evening even better was our server, Jennifer. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect for us. Her warm personality and excellent service really stood out. Definitely be coming back soon!“

“straight to the point. this place is outstanding from the food to the service to the ambience 100% satisfied special thank you to our server gracie. she did a excellent job“

“Great spot to watch any sports event. I took my kid to watch a futbol game (soccer), and the ambient was spectacular. Eddy, the owner of this place, is great. Always taking care of everyone, suggesting the right food to order, making sure your glass was never empty. Definitely, I'm coming back to this place.“

“Absolutely loved macho nachos, Korean style wings, hot dogs with bacon excellent“

“The food is acceptable, the service is friendly and patient, and the night view from high above is comfortable. When you entered the parking lot, you entered the machine with full access and did not give you your ticket card. However, when you left, you were stopped and asked to provide your ticket card to pay? There is a problem with parking lot control. The store should be able to proactively ask if you need a free parking certificate to drive.“

“Finney’s has a busy sports-pub vibe, with TVs angled every booth and a bustling indoor/outdoor table scene. The service was great despite the place being packed, and we appreciated the attentive listening (i.e., including small details like easily receiving room-temperature water instead of ice water on first request). Our flatbreads were excellent as well.“

“food is so delicious and service is excellent“

“Here’s an example of a positive review for Heather the bartender:

I had the absolute pleasure of being served by Heather. She was incredible—friendly, attentive, and genuinely made the experience memorable. Heather has an amazing ability to make everyone feel welcome, and her drink recommendations were spot on. You can tell she takes pride in her craft, as every cocktail she made was perfectly balanced and beautifully presented.

Her positive energy and professionalism added so much to the atmosphere. If you’re visiting, make sure to grab a drink from Heather—you won’t regret it! Highly recommend!

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“amazing atmosphere! the crowd at the bar is the best in orange county. beat prices in town, great community, all the Regulars make you feel welcome!“

“Went there for the first time with my family and the food did not disappoint, the waiter was very nice and checked in on us very often, we had pozole and birria tacos and enchiladas, drinks and food and pozole was really good, you gotta try the pozole,definitely be going back

Parking: They have a front roll parking just for them“

“One of the secret gem in Orange. Delivering the finest Spanish and Italian cuisine. The cocktails and food are out of this world. Friendly service, and always on top of their game. .“

“This place was listed on one of mist fry BBQ place. Pretty nice and cozy place. We had the beef brisket, 1/2 baby back ribs, loaded potatoes, pork belly tacos. The brisket was very tasty and tender while the baby back was a bit tough. The pork belly taco was very tasty. Too much jalapeños but it was good. We also had fried ice cream and the bourbon bread pudding and that was excellent! The services could use some improvements. Food and desserts were served but there was no silverware. Took more than 5 min. To get the utensils plus we weren’t finish eating yet and they are ready to take our plate away without asking if we were done.“

“Great happy hour and good food. We went here while staying at the hotel for our Disney trip and it ended up being our groups rest spot after a long day. If you're going to get a specialty cocktail, the Smoky Sparrow was really smooth and the aromatics were wonderful. The server/bartender Zaira was really attentive and kind to our group with toddlers.“

“delicious korean pub food! with natural wine by the glass. soju cocktails. highly recommend the pork belly.

don’t let the interior fool you. parking can be tough with the kbbq spot next door but there’s residential parking nearby.“

“Come here for happy hour. Cheap drinks“

“Service was wonderful. Food was delicious great waiters and waitresses wonderful atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back.“

“Kevin was an awesome host to our table and the view is spectacular over Disneyland & California Adventure. Michelada Oysters were excellent, with the just the right level of spices and sauces. We had the Charcuterie Board with a great mix of cheese and meats.“

“Great food. Great service. Friendly staff. Relaxed atmosphere. Place was clean.“

“Great food, service, drinks and ambiance.“