7 Best Bars near Oakdale

“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.“

“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“

“i love how lowkey it is. it was my first time there and everyone was super welcoming“

“I had always heard about the Outpost friends who went there always trying to get me to go ( to be honest i work alot and i thought it was such a faaaaar drive) well, luckily for me a friend of mine asked me to go to the outpost on a Sunday. WOW !!!!! Let me start off by saying it’s just a quick John no traffic country roads didn’t take long at all. The rustic atmosphere is amazing. The bartenders are great! And the crowd all were so very friendly ….and if you go on Sundays, let me tell you this I don’t even care for me that much I don’t really eat steak. I’ve never even ordered a tri-tip sandwich at a restaurant . But it was she was serving on that day . I had one of her tri-tip sandwiches. Another WOW THE MEAT WAS SO TENDER AND JUICY IT MELTS IN YOUR MOUTH AND DON’T FORGET TO ASK FOR HER SPECIAL HORSERADISH SAUCE And the owner. Lynn is pretty “awesome sauce “herself. (Even tho she loves her Raiders 😇) It really is a “hidden gym” both thumbs up from me👍👍 I know I’ll be back!!“

“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 this place. One bad thing is that the new to-go containers ruins the food. By the time it gets home the moisture from the steam makes the bread soft and rubbery. If you can eat in store tho, you will be delighted. Fingers crossed they go back to the old to go containers (cardboard boxes)“

“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.“