Bars near Empire

“This place is cool, especially when you pass by after the jale and sell seafood next to their bar where they sell beer. The food is very good, whether tacos or seafood and it is one of my favorite places to come and eat with confidence. Besides, "El primo" is very kind to all his clients.“

“Great place to have a beer, a class reunion or just hangout! The owners are awesome🌹“

“Perfect date night with my husband! The food, service and wine were amazing! Loved that the owner checked in on us before we headed out too! ☺️ We can’t wait to come back!“

“Went there for for the valentines day brunch it was a great day everyone was so friendly ?“

“3/29/2025 - We went to celebrate my favorite sister-in-law's birthday number 55! We had a great time. The music was awesome, and at the last minute, we were able to secure tables for gathering. Drinks were small but had good taste. Servers would come around often, and the club floor was nice to dance on.“

“Great additions to the drink/food menu. Great job! And my boxers are still welcome. 😀“

“These guys were great. I have celiacs, a gluten allergy, and they baked my hot wings and french fries just so I could eat. I really appreciate that as it's really hard to find good food.That's gluten free. They went out of their way to do this for me. The food was excellent! I highly recommend their hot wings and french fries! Delicious!“

“The staff on the Speakeasy is family to me. Gotcha Covered loves playing there, and we keep them steady on our calendar. Karaoke on Sundays is so much fun, too!“

“bartender was rude af.. chic needs to quit if she doesn't like her job. I guess that's what you get in the trash“

“great place to hang out fun clean always great service bartenders are always fun and try 100% for to have your drink on so see you there“

“I love coming here on week nights… Wednesday night it’s lightly attended but the drinks are wonderful (I had an old fashioned) and the live music was on point! Matthew Davis has a great sound and perfect vibe for the atmosphere. Great place to duck in for a couple “

“Went in for lunch with the wife. Had a pint of beer from a local brewery, an amazing smoked Tritip burrito and a flight of beer for the wife. All for under $30. As we waited at the counter area the staff was friendly and helpful. Informing us of the crowd favorites. Plus I've always wanted a beer in the grocery store.“

“Great food, great live music and great djs. What can I say? If you want a good time go hang out at La Bodega 57 of Modesto.“

“Clovis does Karaoke and we get to sing more than other places. pool table, darts and a place to dance, room for everyone 👍 come on out before it gets packed like other places, a hidden gem.“

“Love the free love dancing Tuesday abs Thursday evenings 7 to 9. The instructor is great and everyone there is nice and welcoming. Plus Thursday starting at 9 is ladies night with a Dj/ kareoke. I can't wait to try the new country swing lessons on Sunday evenings at 6.“

“A True Modesto Staple

Donoby’s is more than just a bar—it’s a gathering place for some of the most genuine and thoughtful people in the city. You’ll find business owners, healthcare workers, veterans, and community members of all kinds exchanging ideas and stories over a drink. It’s one of the few places where real conversations still happen, and I always walk away having learned something new.

The staff go above and beyond. They remember your favorite order, give you a quick nod to confirm, and usually have it ready by the time you sit down. It’s small details like that that make the experience feel personal and welcoming.

One time, I even found myself in a fun arm-wrestling match with one of the staff members—turns out he’s a bit of a legend in that world. You never know who you’ll meet or what you’ll experience here, and that’s part of the charm.

If you’re looking for a place with heart, history, and good company, Donoby’s is it.“

“Great food, friendly service.“

“Always fun night at this place! Good food and great service! The staff is awesome and on top of your order!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An Absolute Hidden Gem — Modesto, Don’t Sleep on This Place! Can’t say enough good things about Burly’s Bistro. This place is truly one of Modesto’s best-kept secrets (unfortunately) — and it deserves to be packed every night. We came here for my mom’s birthday dinner with a large group of 18–20 people, and from start to finish, everything was flawless. We ordered a variety of appetizers — the cheese board, Brussels sprouts, lamb meatballs, and almond-crusted chicken skewers — and every single dish was packed with flavor and beautifully presented. Even with a group our size, all the food came out at the same time, hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The kids were served first (huge win for the parents!), and the service throughout the night was nothing short of exceptional. In a time when good service is rare, Burly’s truly goes above and beyond. Every single person at the table was impressed — most had never been there before, and every one of them said they’d be back. And while that birthday dinner was amazing, it wasn’t a one-off. Before moving out of the area, I’d eat lunch at Burly’s about once a week. The food was consistently top notch, never hit-or-miss like so many other places. You always knew you were getting something great — and honestly, it's one of the spots I miss most since we moved away. I still crave it. Incredible food. Incredible service. Unmatched value. Modesto, this is the kind of local business we should all be rallying around. If you haven’t tried Burly’s Bistro yet — do yourself a favor and go. You won’t be disappointed.“

“Good place to throw darts, listen to the dj later on in the night on weekends, and just drink your drink and alot less drama and foolishness from people. A honest to goodness nice bar where you can just relax and have a cold beverage and chill out.“

“Best Bar in Modesto ,Fun & lots of Live Music in there !“

“Best bar in Turlock, CA! Cheap drinks, great bartenders! Raymond is the best bartender in Turlock.“

“The was was good and it's so pretty inside and out.“

“nice club had a good time there .good music and bartenders were awesome will definitely go back.“

“good food vbhg fvhh great“

“Her Favorite Restaurant .. Always💯“

“Food is great! There busy but service is still good, friendly staff! Oh yeah did I say the food is great!!“

“I was there on Mothers day and the brunch was wonderful as was the staff. I was there when Austin spray was there and the group and themselves were the only problem. No one else in the restaurant has had the same problem. Guest received exactly what was advertised and it was delicious! It is fathers day today and I am going back for the brunch! I'm looking forward to the delicious food and seeing the friendly staff. Keep up the great service all! I recommend Georges steakhouse to all and Austin... stay home.“

“This was by far them most delicious authentic Mexican food we have eaten this side of the border. The love and compassion that is put into the food served here is beyond excellent. As you walk in, you will immediately feel the transformation of old Mexico with its rustic beamed ceilings and mosaic hand painted tile floors. The atmosphere speaks for itself. You can tell the owners who also work there that they take pride in what they do. I highly recommend this place and think of it as a very special jem of Oakdale. Ray & Gina Hoot“

“Lovely place to hang out for several hours with a laptop and a series of snacks much more substantial than you can get at a coffee shop. All the cocktails were tasty and had amusing names and the food was all quite good. I was particularly impressed with the bbq wings, which were exceptional.“

“Ate lunch here for my birthday on 1/16. We ordered the preztal, the piggy piggy pizza and a tri tip sandwich. Everything was delicious! Will definitely go back! The service and atmosphere was great too!“

“Great place all the time“

“Phenomenal venue with a great atmosphere, catering and service staff. We've had multiple events and meetings at this spot and have yet to have a bad experience.“

“our waiter Ben was great. food was fast n hot“

“The food is delicious 😋 Sometimes the wait can be long if there busy, but it's worth it. The food is always freshly prepared and that takes time.“

“I did not sure want more found a post bout ladies night & drinks half off will it want an let bag tender know & she wouldn't even try 2 see if they would do anything blue it.“

“bar food and the feeling at this place is super good. This location is absolutely outstanding. I've had nothing but great experiences here and will keep coming back. This place has a great feel to it. This place has many great reviews for a reason.“

“Super chill vibes and atmosphere.“

“Overall good tasting food and still somewhat reasonably priced“