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This place has delicious pizzas and great drinks. The staff are nice and helpful, possibly…read moreoverworked for the amount of people vs help. Hubs and I came in on a random walk and had the best experience one night and did this again two nights later, had a decent second time but the pizza wasn't as spot on as the first one we got. The ambiance is a sports bar style, kids are allowed.. sticky tables and counters & tons of tvs. Indoor and outdoor seating and looks like corngole I think I saw outside. Both times we went it wasn't a current game night so it wasn't busy- (thank goodness) so the TVs weren't blasting and just had music in the background. Both times were pleasant experiences. Had a drink at the bar while we waited both times. Beer and margarita (9/10) and the other night I had an espresso martini- pretty good! (I'd give it a 7.5/10.) We got a pizza to go the first night - tavern style crust with basil, ham, tomato, green bell pepper and red onion. Delicious. Every single bite. We didn't share with the kids and ate it secretly on our deck patio.. lol. The second time we got sliders for the kids and a margarita pizza- to go. These were just okay and our pizza tasted like it had been sitting for a bit before they gave it to us so it was just okay but didn't stop us from eating the whole thing. Great job Cruisers! We will be back when we come back to So Cal.

Like cruisers we have been here often but not for an outside game…read more The tv is so low unless you are sitting I. The very front of the tv you can't watch the game. Please raise the tv we will come back in the future the future to check it out but if it remains the same we will be forced to go down the street

Great place to watch the Buffalo Bills!

Grilled chicken

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4.3(1k reviews)

0.9 mi

•$$$

We love The Tavern House! Great food and view and service. Thank you Laurie for the awesome…read moreservice for our girls night out on 9/26/26. It shows you love what you do :)

Best chicken sandwich ever. They should enter this into the chicken sandwich awards?…read more Best server we had at any restaurant in months. The founder was in the house and even stopped by our table to say hello. Great view of the harbor and Linda isle on a gorgeous summer day.

Tavern Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes,Thyme Gravy, and Green Beans, So Good!

Double cut Kurobuta Pork Chop with Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Cranberries and Honey-Balsamic Jus

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The Place

3.7(184 reviews)

1.6 mi

The family run place is excellent. We almost didn't go due to other reviews and am glad we ignored…read moreit. It is definitely a local place. We are from the east coast and they treated us like family. The food was really good and the bartender Charlie was extremely friendly. I would highly recommend.

We came to The Place in CDM on a Sunday at 1:30 p.m. to watch the Eagles game. With the Chargers…read moreand Raiders also playing, I expected it to be a busy day and some TV competition. The place is small but decent, with a side room, pool table, outdoor area, and a fair number of TVs. However, it lacks the flow and atmosphere of a larger sports bar. The food was average: my medium burger arrived overcooked and dry, and the $3 upcharge for sweet potato fries felt steep. The bigger issue was that the TVs froze for about 30+ minutes, leaving us watching the game on our phones. I understand technical problems happen, but the response felt lacking. The manager or owner seemed stressed while trying to fix the issue, but there was little communication or customer recovery. A quick acknowledgment or small gesture would have helped - free beer or fries goes a long way toward recovering after your tech fumble. Overall, it wasn't terrible, but between the average food, TV problems, and limited response, I'd probably choose another place next time.

Great energy

You can see the steam coming off of the patty melt to the left, even after most of it was gone.

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Basket of half onion rings and half fries

Helmsman Ale House

Helmsman Ale House is a good place to go if you're looking for a couple of great beverages…read morealongside a few tasty bar foods. My girlfriend and I opted for the breakfast burrito before we went off to the beach, and our friends got the steak frites. The steak frites are more of a chimichurri sauce style, but it was still pretty tasty, and you can never go wrong with a lovely breakfast burrito. Furthermore, drinks are very affordable here. I would recommend getting a few of their World Cup-style drinks as well. From there, would love to come back. Thank you so much, Helms Ale House. Great service and great ambiance as well. Nautical themed but not a lot of seafood. Why? I don't know.

Went for the Halloween specials…read more... And after eventually finding that menu, we got our "spooky" drinks. Real cute and a decent variety of options. All quite sweet, which isn't my thing, but they were festive. Food wise, we got the nachos with steak. Pretty decent for bar food. Younger crowd, but it was packed as the night got later. Didn't get his name, but the 7' employee was really attentive. Would come back for the holiday specials.

Helmsman Mac

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The Village Inn

3.9(607 reviews)

0.6 mi

Great location on Balboa Island - in the busy tourist area but across the street from it so it is…read morespacious and nice inside. We came on a Sunday afternoon when many other places were crowded with lines but here we got seated right away at this restaurant. We ordered the prime rib sandwitch (Excellelnt!!) and the Burrata salad (Fantastic if you like burrata). Good portion size and good service. Great place to eat while visit Balboa Island.

I wish the food here was a little bit better. We have tried salads, sandwiches, tacos, entrees, and…read moreevery time the food lacks flavor or is too greasy. The drinks are great and service is typically good. Sitting on the patio is a lot of fun, and sitting inside is fun during a game.

Filet

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Wedge Salad

Muldoon's Irish Pub

Wow wow wow! Love me a pub! Love the ambience! Love the drink choices! Of course had to get the 1/2…read morefish and shrimps combo!!! Damn!! Those shrimps were big & delicious! The fish was spot on!!! The varieties of sauces yummy!!! Definitely a place to checkout! I wanna come back again to try all the other unique dishes and drinks! It's just something different!

Today was our third visit here. There was no wait and we sat inside which made us feel like we were…read moretransported to a pub in Ireland. The waiter was very courteous and made the dining experience very enjoyable. I will say that the staff seem overwhelmed with how many tables they are responsible for. The food was hot and fresh when it was put on our table. I ordered the French Dip with chips. The sandwich and au jus was perfect. The chips were kinda stale and meh. My wife ordered the corned beef and cabbage. It was cooked to perfection and the sides held up well. We will come back to explore the rest of the menu.

Pub favorites: Shepherd's Pie paired with an Irish coffee

Muldoon's courtyard

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Crab cakes

Wild Goose Tavern

Wild Goose Tavern - A Must-Visit Spot for Food, Drinks & Football!…read more If you're looking for a great place to enjoy delicious food, grab some drinks, and catch your favorite football games, Wild Goose Tavern is the place to be! The food was fantastic, and I love the variety they offer. There's something for everyone, whether you're stopping by for a full meal or just looking for some good food and drinks while watching the game. One of my favorite things about this spot is how they let you know which game is playing on each TV. No more guessing or missing out on your favorite matchup! It's a small detail that makes a huge difference, especially for football fans who want to keep up with multiple games. Add in the great selection of food, a variety of drinks, and the awesome atmosphere, and you've got yourself a place worth coming back to. Whether it's game day with friends or just a casual outing, Wild Goose Tavern delivers! I love this place and definitely recommend checking it out! Great food Perfect spot to watch football Excellent variety of food Plenty of drink options A place you'll want to visit again! #WildGooseTavern #FoodReview #Foodie #FootballSunday #NFL #GameDay #GoodFoodGoodDrinks #SportsBar #FoodLovers #EatsWithEddie #MoreReviews

Tried this place after discovering on yelp. I was looking for a good espresso martini and this…read moreplace was a suggested result. I will say the espresso martini was not 5 star, but other drinks were good. We tried the blood orange marg, the spicy strawberry marg, and the cowboy marg. My mom liked the blood orange but the second round did not taste the same as the first. A bit of a consistency issue but she nursed it and finished it. My favorite drink was the cowboy marg. It was on the sweeter side but refreshing. For food. We had an assortment. Standouts were the steak dinner and onion rings! I would come back to try other things. The short rib grilled cheese was mid, but would be great to soak up alcohol. Cassidy was an excellent server, even as it got really busy for a UFC fight. Ambiance is definitely fun and unique. Generally, the experience was good. I would give it another shot to try other food and drinks.

Margaritas

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Turner's Pub 33

3.9(249 reviews)

2.4 mi

I love Cali so much , she's the reason I come here. Please don't be wired - this is the most…read morebeautiful spirited person you're going to meet whether she serves you a drink or not . God bless this bae! Her and Helen are an amazing team, no doubt you'll have a great time at Pub 33 with them 2 bartending!

**Pub 33 - A Good Place to Watch Sports, but Police Activity Is a Serious Concern**…read more Pub 33 is a decent place to relax, watch sports, and enjoy time with friends. Unfortunately, one of the biggest concerns isn't necessarily the establishment itself, but what reportedly happens to customers after they leave. There have been concerns about Costa Mesa police officers parking near the tire shop just down the street, apparently monitoring patrons as they leave Pub 33. Customers have reported being followed by police vehicles and subsequently pulled over for what they believe are questionable or unjustified reasons. Even more concerning are reports that officers immediately begin questioning drivers about alcohol consumption or possible intoxication, despite no apparent evidence of impaired driving. Nobody disputes that police should enforce DUI laws and keep dangerous drivers off the road. However, **there is a significant difference between legitimate DUI enforcement and seemingly targeting individuals simply because they visited a bar or restaurant that serves alcohol.** Customers should be able to enjoy a meal, watch a game, or socialize responsibly without feeling that they are automatically under suspicion the moment they leave. I believe the management of Pub 33, neighboring businesses, and the City of Costa Mesa should take these concerns seriously and review whether police enforcement practices are discouraging customers from visiting local establishments. **Responsible patrons deserve to be treated fairly, and local businesses deserve an environment where customers feel welcome rather than intimidated.**

Bouncer assaulted me last trip. Bartender trying to hustle us this trip. One more try and never again.

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Stag Bar + Kitchen

Awesome spot chill vibes and Awesome knowledgeable bar tenders. Amanda went above and beyond to…read moremake sure we were taking care of.

Cute, dive-y bar with really good food. Came in on a Tuesday night. Had a half price pizza. $8 for…read morea cheese thin crust. Kinda greasy, but in a good way,delicious. Ceasar salad had cherry tomatoes, the dressing was light & tossed perfectly. Also got a huge pretzel. Soft, and delicious. The honey mustard & cheese dip was yummy. We only had water, no Dr Pepper or sweet tea available. Next time I'll have a beer. The bartender was our server, super nice, refilled our water.

Award-Winning Pizza! Personal size or large. Gluten-free crust available.

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Stag Burger with Grilled Beef, Cheddar, American, Grilled or Raw Onion, Pickle, House Dressing, Lettuce & Tomato

Class of '47

3.7(201 reviews)

0.1 mi

Stumbled upon this bar after we went to Cruiser on our way back to our car, thought we check them…read moreout. As soon as we opened the door we're greeted by a pic of John Wayne. Yvonne greeted us warmly and ask what we wanna drink. 2 pool tables, few booths and roughly about 12-15 seats by the bar. Lots of selection of beers, spirits and seltzers. Cool set and just overall vibes as we met a couple from Arizona celebrating her birthday (Happy Birthday, Lisa!) and few college kids. TVs playing live sports game or a movie if you ask the bartender nicely.

We stopped by this bar after the boat parade since it was the closest spot once we docked. I…read moreusually am not into dive bars, but this one pleasantly surprised me. The crowd was much more dressed up than expected, which gave it a fun, lively vibe right away. The bar was decorated beautifully for the holidays and already has a lot of character on its own. It felt festive without being over the top. There was also a taco stand right outside, which was such a great touch. My friends grabbed a burrito along with chips and guacamole, and it was perfect late night food after being out on the water. The bartenders were friendly and welcoming, and overall it was just a really fun place to spend time with friends and people watch. Definitely a better experience than I expected and a great stop after the boat parade.

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John Wayne used to drink here.

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Monica C.

12 years ago

The duelling banjos from the movie "Deliverance" should be the background music playing in this bar. It would be a subtle warning that "outsiders" are not welcome! We held a reunion at a friend's residence along the bay front on Balboa Island on Halloween. We attended at this premises in the afternoon of October 31st dressed in our Halloween costumes. As we entered the premises we noticed the bartender was wearing a wolf mask. We figured we had hit on a fun bar to celebrate our reunion before the kids came around for their treats. One of the men in our group and I walked up to the bar to order a drink. The bartender was unbelievably rude to my friend when he ordered a Tab soft drink for someone in our group. The bartender proceeded to mock my friend and said "Tab?? Oh you mean the drink my dad would drink?" and when filling the beer order I observed him loudly using very vulgar language directed at my friend. We were appalled but thought possibly he was joking. We had two drinks and upon exiting the premises we filled the plastic drink cup containing the soft drink with the remaining ice from the drinks. We were walking toward the ferry when all of a sudden the bartender came running out of the premises and proceed to scream at us from the top of his lungs. He accused us of leaving with a glass of liquor. We attempted to explain but he was extremely aggressive and started to scream obscenities at us. He was out of control and so aggressive that we quickly walked away. We were extremely shaken up by this experience and I want to warn everyone that you are at risk of verbal abuse should this bartender be working. We are all professionals and simply wanted to have a quick drink before Halloween. We frequently meet up on Balboa Island from across Canada and the U.S. and it was our first and last time ever attending this place. I so wish I would have read the reviews below before wasting my time and money here. There is clearly no point in advising the owner either based on another reviewer's experience dealing with him. I suspect the bartender must be a relative of the owners. NOBODY in the hospitality industry would have someone like him employed in their premises. I did a bit of research on this Saloon and read elsewhere that the police have numerous charges filed against this bar. Our biggest mistake was not walking out as soon as my friend was subjected to round one of the abuse... read more

Bridget V.

2 years ago

If I had the option to not star this place and just post a review I would! Do not recommend this place to anyone. I came in with my sister in-law to have a drink and play some pool while we waited for my husband but the bartender decided not to help us. Her tone and rude attitude was felt as soon as we approached the bar. We were looking forward to having a drink while needing to wait but unfortunately ended up having an awful experience at this place. They need to hire a new bartender that can provide a friendly customer service. read more

Amber B.

5 years ago

This place is a filthy, stinky dump. Me and my girlfriends stopped in to have a drink and the disgusting smell almost choked us out. On top of that, some creepy old dude, who said he owned the place, tried to block us from leaving and intentionally rubbed himself against us as we tried to get passed him and out the door. Thank goodness we never even sat down long enough to order. Ladies... if you find yourself at this bar, be careful and stay clear of the creepy owner. read more

Brenda A.

108

7 months ago

Angelica at Balboa Saloon is hands down one of the best bartenders I've come across. She's friendly, attentive, and knows exactly how to make you feel welcome from the moment you sit down. Her drink recommendations are always on point, and she makes everything with care and consistency. Even when it gets busy, she keeps a great attitude and makes sure everyone is taken care of. If you're stopping by, definitely ask for Angelica you won't be disappointed! read more

Shea R.

16 years ago

Love love love love this place!! O HEY $4 vodka tonics! And its not even happy hour! What's not to like about this place? Even better i tried this new drink called ty ku witch i loved even more....love love love!! The saloon is large and spacious, there are pool tables and arcade games. The bartender, Eric, is really really nice and hilarious. The BF and I came here between whale watching and dinner, and for $20, we got pretty buzzed and happy. read more

Amber D.

654

10 years ago

Never have I ever been so disrespected in my life. Apparently the older lady bartender likes to run out and defend her old perverted boyfriends who tend to harass girls at the bar. First time at this bar and will gladly say I'll never be back. Older crew that comes here. And they apparently have territory at every seat of the bar even when there's only 10 people inside. It's a joke. Don't come here read more

Dana E.

1 year ago

I just heard the new owners of the Balboa Saloon fired all the staff . Bartenders who've been there for 35, 22 and 18 years amongst the others. This is a local bar and the locals attend because of their relationships with the people across the bar and the friendships we've all developed because of The Saloon. My sincere wish is these owners suffer severe financial hardship. Stupid Focks! read more

Philip C.

11 years ago

Douchebag bartenders, every one of them. They all act too cool for school and serve only their friends. If you go there, only order beer because the bartenders get pissy with liquor drinks. I literally cannot figure out these guys, they seem like hippie, down to earth people, but they're really just complete assholes. Good luck if you go there. P.S. Their bathrooms smell like dick. read more

Salem B.

11 years ago

One of my favorite local places! Always a great time, excellent bar service and amazing drink prices. Friday/Saturday nights are the most captivating. Rod and Jeff are consistently going above and beyond to ensure everyone is feeling welcomed and appreciated! Engaging local crowd with some noteworthy stories into the history of the place!! read more

Jenna K.

8 years ago

I would give 0 stars if I could. Can't believe this place is still in business, please don't support a racist establishment. I wish I would've read the reviews before going. Hope to see this place close soon, I'm all for fun dive bars with cheap drinks and pool tables. But not discrimination. read more

Harpreet D.

1 year ago

I had an amazing experience at this bar! The atmosphere was comfortable, the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. The music and vibe made it a perfect spot to relax with friends or enjoy a night out. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Ken T.

9 years ago

Friends came here and were turned away for being Asian. "We don't serve your kind here." Please dont support an establishment like this. They don't deserve the patronage of Americans when they don't support American ideals. read more

Raul C.

9 years ago

Sadly this place has become a haven for racist bartenders/management. Stopped coming once my buddies told me they were subjected to a racist encounter by their bartenders. Disappointed, will never come back. read more

Saylor r.

16 years ago

completely love this place first timer going here had alot of fun best part they have my favorite drink called tyku witch is hard to find places but i love it! so yummy top my night and its low cal yay! read more

Allie D.

1 year ago

So happy Jeff and Darla are still employed at the loon! Super great people, super friendly, we can carry on our continued relationship at the Balboa Saloon!!!! It's family read more

Nate M.

12 years ago

The stoner bar tender seriously just left the bar whole people were waiting to get drunk to go out back to smoke a join... Come on what happened to service. read more

Jenny M.

2 years ago

The bartender was rude AF. Don't come here unless you want bad service. A-hole with the beard was mean idk what his problem was terrible place read more

Mike S.

13 years ago

Bad service and food was par at best for price. People were nice in general but seemed to be a click and we felt it was a local place.

Venus G.

3 years ago

If you want to go to a bar with absolutely ZERO hospitality this is the place. Grumpy Roddy behind the bar needs to just stay home

Karl H.

101

154

3 years ago

Came in today , NEVER AGAIN. RUDE OLD HAG WITCH running the bar. nothing but local drunks. FK this place read more

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