33 Best Dive Bars near Placentia

“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.“

“This bar is clean and the prices are great!!! Friendly bartenders and patrons �“

“Fantastic classic rock cover bands every night from 9pm to 1am! Great bar selection and drinks are priced right.“

“It’s a wonderful place to hang“

“We actually ended up at Salty Dawg Tavern by mistake because of a mix-up with our plans, but what a happy accident! This place is a total gem that we never would have discovered otherwise.
The food was great, the waitresses were super nice and friendly, and the overall vibe in the tavern was so much fun. It felt like the perfect spot for a relaxed, enjoyable time.
Highly recommend stopping in — even if you find it by accident like we did! We'll definitely be back on purpose next time. 🐶🍻“

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

“Came to Hedz or Tales yesterday to celebrate my dad’s birthday… we had a blast!!! Great/friendly service, music & drinks.. not to mention pool tables! Recommend to all those looking for an awesome dive.“

“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“

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“Laid back with classic rock, some hip-hop and alternative. Good deals on drinks when you’re there early. Nice owner and locals“

“Great dive bar. Pool and darts“

“EVERYTHING. this bar is fantastic. cute atmosphere, incredible staff, great drinks. Ask jesse for a pistachio shot.“

“Biggest Bucs bar in California !“

“Always a great time at Shady Nook“

“Great place for a good time“

“Great Bartenders Great people fast tables …“

“Friday night Prime Rib is the best you’ll ever have...“

“Killer entertainment. Go Latin Soul Band.“

“love this place I always enjoy myself when I go met new friends while I was there“

“It’s a safe and enjoyable place to relax and have a great time.“

“Great selection of pool-side food and drinks. The hours are a little limited 12pm - 6pm. Side of French Fries were absolutely fantastic and cost $10. Had a virgin strawberry daiquiri which was from a mix but still was descent. The chips and guacamole plate looked really good. Great way to relax at the Westin poolside and treat yourself to good food.“

“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.“

“It’s a great place to have a beer.“

“How is it I've owned a business in Orange for 14 years and this is the first time I've been to the Olive Pit?! I missed out! Lovely, sweet, lovely welcoming lovely bartenders (Friday noonish). Patrons welcomed my wife and I even though we were strangers. Love the funky, backside-below location. We'll be back!“

“If you are into dive bars, this is a good one. It's actually really chill inside and the patrons that come here are just looking to have a good time and maybe chat with some cool bikini bartenders.
We usually stop in after a game for some pool and drinks and have always had great service and not too long of a wait for a game of pool. Drinks are average to good prices and the girls are quick with the service.
Solid 5 stars for the atmosphere and service.“

“This family owned business has great food and service. The Chinese Food is outstanding!!!! Thank you Lily and Charlie for your hard work and dedication to the community you serve...“

“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!“

“While I will get personal in this review to a degree, I will also be completely honest. The people you meet at ruby's are a mixed bunch between wonderful and terrible. Though that speaks of the patrons. Among which I have met what might as well be a brother to me, an only child naturally. A father to me, someone raised by a single mother. As well as plenty of friends who care... but also those who'd just take advantage, the good people far outweighed the bad. The ownership is up in the air right now due to a divorce where either potential option has their perks and I'll remain neutral despite saying that the husband's choice in manager needs to learn humility and how to speak to people, an issue many young managers face and must learn in the field when first given a leadership position. As well as the wife's choice could stand to learn when to say no. Regardless though during their personal issue, the staff remains strong and solid. Bartenders who genuinely care enough to personally make sure customers get home safe and sound, as well as give a chance to noble souls amongst the downtrodden, and I speak as someone in love with one and living with one as well.. when alone and broken before, and it was more than one of them, nearly all of them who put in an effort towards helping me through multiple deaths in the family as well as my partner of 10 years leaving me. They are trusting, sometimes too much for their own good, and there is a reason I make the drive from lake Elsinore to anaheim more often than not, and rarely their westminster location still despite the options in between. I have faith in ruby's, it's regulars, and it's staff... no matter who leads it between Cherie and Mike, I know so long as it maintains its spirit, it can and will survive and do well. And I say this as someone with their popularity in reviews based mostly in negative truths. Ruby's sports bar is one of few establishments I place faith and trust in. And if anyone who reads this finds me there, let me know and we'll take a shot on me to Ruby's and the hope and memories it creates!“

“I came to visit the store next door. Decided to walk in. I was greeted with one of if not the most appropriate greeting a dive bar bartender can give you if their goal is to make me a regular. If you are not a dive bar fan... We understand.“

“bartender J and friends smoking hot here. great service and better eye candy! best 7 years of service i have received here. she takes care of me and all my people i bring. awesome and nice and sweet. the owner should be grateful for having such a great bartender!!!!! i will definitely come back and recommend!! if it wasn't for her i wouldn't come. great job hiring her!“

“We always have good time at cups Bartender. Steph“

“This bar is rocking! Great music, bar maids, and cool crowd!“

“A + Beers and Service --- 1/2 Price of the Hipsters bars.“