30 Best Dive Bars near Costa Mesa

Patrick's Pub Pubs • $
2645 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa

“A good spot for a casual meet up for drinks and to play pool. Can spend hours here as other locals are friendly, bar staff all pleasant and good music on the jukebox. Drinks are reasonably priced and we definitely spend more on pool than drinking“

4.5 Superb35 Reviews
Henry 'N Harrys Goat Hill Tavern Bar & Grill • $
1832 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa

“LOVE the GOAT‼️♥️ 1st place I headed on my last day to begin my RETIREMENT‼️ Life is good‼️😃“

4.2 Good34 Reviews
Tony's Place Bar • $
2052 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa

Customers` Favorites

Cannoli

“Love the atmosphere, everyone that walks in just wants to have a drink, a good time and make friends... Best little dive bar in Costa Mesa and Penny is the coolest bar tender :-)“

4 Good22 Reviews
Goat Hill Tavern Bar • $
1830 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa

Customers` Favorites

Green Drinks for St Patrick's Day
Modelo Negra
IPA Hours
Blonde

“LOVE the GOAT‼️♥️ 1st place I headed on my last day to begin my RETIREMENT‼️ Life is good‼️😃“

4 Good86 Reviews
Johnny's Saloon & Pizzeria Bar • $
17428 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach - 6.19 miles

Customers` Favorites

Minor Threat Margherita Pizza
A Boy Named Pepperoni Pizza
Mr Toad's Wild Ride Pizza
I Wanna Be Sedated Pizza
Chardonnay Pinot Grigio
Dirty Martini Pizza
Ring of Fire Pizza

“Johnnys is hands down the best pizza. The dough is fermented for 3 days before being used and their ingredients are imported from Italy. You can literally taste the quality with every bite. I’m soo glad I discovered Johnnys because I explicitly remember thinking how complicated it felt to order and waiting an hour felt ridiculous. Now, I can’t even imagine eating another pizza it’s THAT good.“

4.8 Superb86 Reviews
Blarney Stone Irish Pub • $
11761 Edinger Ave, Fountain Valley - 6.16 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fajitas

“My grand father Ray Grady used to love this place I have been lucky to come drink at the table its amazing and its so tucked into a spot you would never know it was there. Love this place I think the steak house chris n pits its gone but anther great spot in this gem of a zone.“

4.6 Superb35 Reviews
Shanghai'd Room Bar • $
16391 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach - 7.03 miles

Customers` Favorites

Skrewball Peanut Butter Key Lime Pie
Sheik Special
Jolly Rancher
Mexican Candy

“I only come here during the daily, karaoke nights and, soon, maybe you will too. Shanghai’d Room is a divebar thru and thru. But I can count on one hand how many bars I’ve been to where I felt welcomed on my first night. And this is the ONLY bar I ever made friends.

There’s usually one or two bartenders being very attentive — making sure glasses are full, singers are purchasing drinks, and new faces get a turn on the mic. each of them has their own charismatic charm and seductive appeal. I can’t help but call out MeowMeow as my fav tho because you cant help but get drawn to her personality (plus the music/mic balance is always on point all night). She was there my first night and the energy in the room was electric.

This is the only karaoke bar where you don’t have the pressure of singing in front of the crowd on stage because there isn’t one. If you’ve ever been in a private karaoke room with friends it’s like that but with 20+ people and ur own bar LOL. If ur flyin solo and like to sing with libations in hand: check em out, sing a song, compliment ur fav singers, and soon you’ll be makin plans to comeback and meetup.

Few tips and house rules to emphasize: no food served so you can byof, only one M & one F restroom, only patrons sing so if you don’t drink buy one for someone else (lol), try the WATER OF LIFE, respect every singer and ask them for permission before you grab the second mic, and FTLoveOG don’t pick multiple songs back to back. Even when a group changes singers with duets, singing 4+ songs looks like ur group is hogging the mic. Lets spread the love and elevate the vibes.“

4.4 Superb72 Reviews
Posse Bar Bar • $
13093 Springdale St, Westminster - 10.9 miles

“Would recommend getting food elsewhere like Mike's but I've been coming here since 2014, it's my number one bar to chill and enjoy a couple rounds of billiards. Love the owners and the bartenders, shout out to Cass, Eric, Tess, and Monique. Will continue to be a patron for as long as they stay open.“

4.5 Superb24 Reviews
Tumbleweeds Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $$
21094 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach - 4.06 miles

Customers` Favorites

Beef Crispy Tacos
Chicken Tenders
Fried Zucchini
Buffalo Wings

“Great live music, wonderful bartenders, low key atmosphere!!!“

4.3 Superb64 Reviews
Tustin Inn Bar • $
440 E 1st St, Tustin - 9.19 miles

“Great little place to have a quick drink or spend a Friday or Saturday night. They have multiple TV sets for watching the game,two pool tables and an old school shuffle board .the place is clean and even they bathrooms were kept clean and fresh.The bartender was a beautiful young woman with an affectionate smile and was busy and still made sure to c g neck on her customers and make sure they were good.i would recommend this spot over any other in the Tustin area come down to nite it's always funn“

4.4 Superb25 Reviews
The Cliffs Bar Bar • $
424 17th St, Huntington Beach - 5.5 miles

“Been a nice place for many years to sit have a beer, catch a game or sip some wine with a date. My favorite is shooting the breeze or some pool. Serving staff always cordial and with a smile. Pretty decent selection of Taps, bottle and canned beers. Lots of Big Screens to boot“

4.5 Superb15 Reviews
Rack' um Up Sports Bar • $$
14258 Newport Ave, Tustin - 8.4 miles

“Great place love going there !“

4.3 Superb36 Reviews
HyRoy's Bar Bar • $
5050 Heil Ave, Huntington Beach - 8.96 miles

“This is a quiet, tucked-away bar with plenty of space inside. It features pool tables, pinball machines, and soon will have Phoenix online dart boards where you can compete with players from around the world or from the bar next door. Dart leagues are starting soon, so ask the bartender for more information and to sign up. There’s also a TouchTunes jukebox for your music needs.“

4.4 Superb13 Reviews
Fling Cocktail Lounge Cocktail Bar • $$
2370 N Tustin Ave, Santa Ana - 10 miles

Customers` Favorites

Wild Turkey

“excellent bar keepers and bands!!!“

4.2 Good43 Reviews
Office Bar Bar • $
13221 Garden Grove Blvd, Garden Grove - 9.3 miles

“Huevos hay boy ya. Donde estas“

5 Superb3 Reviews
Mission Bar Bar • $
302 N Main St, Santa Ana - 7.89 miles

“Great place for drinks bartender was awesome and super nice. Great beer selection and great music too“

4.2 Good25 Reviews
OC Boardroom Bar • $
8896 Warner Ave, Fountain Valley - 5.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Philly Cheese Steak Sandwhich
Thinly Sllcod Steak

“Fun place bartenders are nice, They host Pool league and a Dart league several nights a week dart players are older folks who can be slightly rude but otherwise fun place for any night of the week they have TouchTunes jukebox that has an app you can pick almost any song you can think of it's fun“

4.1 Good32 Reviews
The Quill Lounge Cocktail Bar • $
1630 Mabury St, Santa Ana - 9.24 miles

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp Tacos Only Available Weekends
Woodbridge by Rm Cabernet Sauvignon
Shot of 7 Siete Leguas Tequila
Grilled Cheese Hot Dog
Thaimex Fried Rice
Chicken Fried Rice
Basket of Fries
Plain Hot Dog
Sample Platter
Loaded Nachos

“Showed up with my boy who was visiting from out of town. Never been to a lounge or bar in Santa Ana before. This is definitely the neighborhood spot, but they made me and my friend feel like regulars.

Claudia hooked it up with the libations. She made it happen. I mean you won’t get Clase Azul here but you’ll get first class food and service.

I had no idea the food was going to be on point as it was and it surprised me. You expect bar food, but this food is on another level. Fresh made tortilla chips served hot with mouth watering and juicy tacos. I had the asada and al pastor. Served hot and fresh.

Claudia and the chef Josh made it real nice for the experience. I highly recommend if you’re in Santa Ana. It’s dark in there so when we came out the doors at 5p you definitely need sun shades or time to adjust.

It’s a perfect vibe in there. Lookout for the baby giraffe!“

4.1 Good23 Reviews
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The Pen Sports Bar • $
19901 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach - 4.62 miles

“If you play pool this is your place anywhere from novice to pro tables are well maintained for public standards fun atmosphere. The crowd is a good mix of young and old drama is left at the door not the barstool Thanks guys great experience from a long time fixture of old-school HB where the real hang!PS gave the atmosphere a 5 star cause not snotty,snutty,people are friendly service well the gals make good drinks and do it with a smile and quick whit to me this leaves a lasting impression of your welcome here.“

4.1 Good15 Reviews
Beach Girls Bar Bar • $
15549 Beach Blvd, Westminster - 7.76 miles

“Invited my friend for her Bday treat and was not disappointed 🤩 steak was melting in my mouth and my friend said that fillet mignon was super tender !! potatoes and veggies simply delicious 😋 very good service and atmosphere 🥰 highly recommended 5⭐️👌“

4.1 Good11 Reviews
Harry's Irish Pub Bar • $
13912 Ponderosa St, Santa Ana - 9.61 miles

“Love this place. Sleepy little dive bar with hands down, the most hilarious K.J. on Wednesday nights. Service is always fast and happy to see you. Pool tables are always clean and ready to go. Only complaint. I really wish they served pitchers. Easily my favorite place to spend a Wednesday night.“

4 Good21 Reviews
The Walnut Room Saloon Bar • $
1060 Walnut Ave, Tustin - 8.16 miles

Customers` Favorites

Modelo Especial
Craft Beer
Darts

“It's your typical neighborhood dive bar. A number of beers on tap and a good selection of cans and bottles. Daily specials are on point. The bartenders are all young and cute and everybody knows your name.There are two dart boards pool table and giant connect four.Plenty of flat screens are available to watch your favorite teams and a booming jukebox with all the jams!Parking is plentiful.The servers are amazing, especially Mckenna and Melissa.“

4 Good22 Reviews
Cassidy's Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $
2603 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach - 2.1 miles

Customers` Favorites

Frosty Mug of Beer
Negra Modelo
Cheeseburger
Patty Melt

“I was told that Cassidy's in Newport Beach had the best burgers in town. I was out on a motorcycle ride today and supet hungry so stopped in for a bacon cheeseburger, fries. Ok, so they don't serve fries (bummer) but I have to admit they really do make a damn good burger 😋 in this little "Dive Beach Bar".
I'm not kidding or exaggerating these folks do a really great burger. 😋
If you like great burgers you gotta stop by. Enjoy 😋
Tell them Smokey Fred sent you 😊
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Follow me on Instagram at SmokeyFredsays 😊“

4 Good66 Reviews
Kit's Place Bar • $$
19476 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach - 4.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Taco Stuffed Avocado

“All I have to say is it doesn't matter who's tending bar the girls are the most beautiful creatures on the planet the drinks always are pouring and you're going to have the best time here thank you Joe for having the best bar in town and thank you for my spirit animal is there) loves. I really appreciate you and all your employees and the times that I have there thank you so much come see Mel Erin Jen Ali Brandy and Babs“

3.9 Good20 Reviews
Godfather's Bar • $
420 E 1st St, Tustin - 9.18 miles

“It’s a great place to have a beer.“

3.9 Good28 Reviews
Beach Ball Bar • $$
2116 W Oceanfront, Newport Beach - 2.31 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sausage

“I have only great memories of the Beach Ball in the early 1980's when Phil Johnson was owner or manager. Beach Ball always had a live band on Sunday afternoons. Great drinks great people great memories and times“

3.9 Good35 Reviews
Ruby's Sports Bar Bar • $
7132 W Garden Grove Blvd, Westminster - 10.5 miles

“Cool place to play pool. I’ve never seen it crowded here and the pool table has always been free when I have come in. The service can be a little rough, bartenders aren’t super efficient so it might take a second for them to acknowledge you and serve you a beer“

3.8 Good17 Reviews
Newport Beach and Pier Hamburger • $
2116 W Oceanfront, Newport Beach - 2.35 miles
3.8 Good24 Reviews
The Sandpiper Lounge Bar • $
1183 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach - 11.06 miles

“Hi I love it miss this place so much good dancing“

3.8 Good42 Reviews
Shooters Bar • $
18582 Beach Blvd #20, Huntington Beach - 5.34 miles

“It's an Awesome place to have a drink and Par-tay the cocktail waitresses we're a total blast my band played there Saturday Oct 29th and we were treated with the best of respect by all can't wait to come back and play again .. Switch-Blade Rocks !“

3.5 Good31 Reviews

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