Do you know what a neighborhood bar looks like in the United States? Do you know what a dive Bar…read morelooks like in your neighborhood? Well, you haven't seen a real one until you visited Bar Diana in Tecate, go there!!! You won't be disappointed whether it's the drinks, the snacks, the atmosphere, the uniqueness. You think it might be closed because the gate gives you that feeling. Just push it open. Go in. Have a drink or 2 or 10 and if you had 10 make sure you have a designated driver or get an Uber. Have fun. Be safe

Oldest dive bar in Tecate. It's right in front of the Centro. There's a very old iron gate/door to…read moreget in - which might look closed at first glance, but it's not. Make sure to go outside to the back patio and see the original fountain! If you like dive bars, this is the place for you. You can get by with minimal Spanish as well. Some locals in there do speak English as well.

what an awesome little spot just off to the side of the street. it sits on the corner of the side…read moreroad to which we turn in to get to Casa Encinares B&B. It's an outdoor wooden shack, no doors. we noticed it because there was a sign that said "beer" and we saw lots of people there. our host at the B&B told us we must try it before we leave, so we did. as soon as we sat down at the bar, a big tall gentleman came to greet us. he spoke perfect english and made some awesome recommendations. BF had a couple of beers (cant remember what they were, but i believe it was local), and because i wasn't planning on drinking more (we just got done with a small winery tasting tour), but Chris recommended i try the cocktiel de guayaba, its a bourbon cocktail with guava! It was only 40 pesos and if the owner recommends me.....why would i refuse? we were super hungry so we wanted something light and Chris recommended the pulpo ceviche (100 pesos). My drink was ridiculously tasty as i am a huge guava fan and the bourbon balances the sweetness of the guava with the liquor. the pulpo (octopus) ceviche was wonderful and delicious with just the right portion and served with thin tortilla chips. Chris was so kind and chatted with us almost the entire time we were there. i HIGHLY recommend stopping by here for a quick drink and light bite even if you are here to explore the wines in this wine country. my only mistake was that we came here after having drank so much already from visiting all the wineries!

I absolutely LOVE this place! It's a bar, but they have food as well. Often they have a special…read morelike waffles and mimosas in the day, or BBQ, tacos, even real New Orleans Poboys one time. Always pizza You literally never know what or who you might find at the Iron Door but it will definitely be fun, interesting and a taste bud treat, especially the beers on tap! Owner is so chill, nice guy and clearly regards everyone who comes through the door as a friend. All the staff are the same, like Cheers, everyone knows your name (or they will within minutes of your arrival) But. This definitely ain't Cheers. This is the heart of sand toy country in Ocotillo Wells and totally exudes that vibe. Even a flower power dark sky hippie like me loves it. Bring a dollar to autograph and staple somewhere on the wall, ceiling etc

Working on a project for work in Calexico I was looking for local breweries. While not a brewery…read moreg-maps recommended Iron Door Bar. I decided to take the drive out there, after arriving too early on one attempt I came back to try again and they were open! I met Nate, tending the bar. Nate was awesome. We had a great conversation about all kinds of stuff like Michigan. I had to have him bake me one of their Red Baron pizzas. The place is decorated with all kinds of random quirky stuff, totally my kinda vibe. The pizza was good the beer better and the company the best! Definitely a spot worth making the trek out for! If youre in the desert stop in and support local!!

This is a great fun place. Staff is amazing and the little taco cart outside is the best. They got…read moreAmerican music and football on the TV. I would prefer some non-American music but this place is still fun. Highly recommend for your next visit to Rosarito.

Came here Saturday August 2nd for their beer & food festival. Enjoyed some beers from other…read morevendors, then spent some time on Solazo's upstairs patio (less crowded since most people were by the vendors out back). $2 for ice cold Tecates with great, quick bar service. Bar is cash only. Had lots of fun, the back outside patio was packed but they have plenty of seating (indoor, covered upstairs outside patio, and a large back patio area with sun and shade).

Ray RIP! Thanks for the good time! We will miss you!…read moreEspecially your stories and play billiard..

The dive bars of dive bars!! Out house in the back (it's very clean and functioning) and money on…read morethe roof. Ray is one of the old great ones,no shortage of stories. Be ready to sit down and have a nice little chitchat and have a beer, You have three choices, bud, Bud Light, and Michelob have to say it was nice and cold. He has been there for 50 years.

My man's been coming here for decades. Ricky is a sweetheart and has a great personality and laugh!!read more

The owner here is amazing so many good stories really good time would recommend to anybody in the…read morearea

This is a cool pub. Its kind of small inside. You have bar seating to the right and the small…read moretables to the left. I like the decor on the walls. This seems more like my type of bar. There are many choices of beer. Its a good selection they have. Friendly people and nice selection of alcohol. Out of the 4 bars I went to this night, this is my favorite one. I tried pitchers down the way but they were closed. Im glad I found this one!

Small little pub with about a dozen drafts on tap, including Guinness of course, and more in…read morebottles and cans. No food is served but they allow you to bring in outside food, and there's plenty nearby, including Sombrero's Mexican food right next-door. Friendly service and several TVs. It's been here a long time and is a local institution.

Watering hole deep in the middle of nowhere. You go for the ambiance. Meet some locals, pet Duke,…read moreenjoy a beer or multiple beers, a game of pool, leave a signed dollar, and take a pic with Anthony Bourdains mural. It's hot AF in the middle of the summertime, but worth the visit!

Oh, this is such a fun place. During our photo masterclass I took my participants here for lunch…read moreand dinner - every day. Great food, good service and a very unique, appealing ambiance. So why only four out of five stars then? It is mandatory in my rating scheme that I would be willing to do a 30+ min detour just to dine or drink here, and as much as I loved the place: that would be a tad too much to ask. So if in the area and have a craving for a great burger, fries and a beer: you will be very very happy here.

Fun local bar in the center of the small town of Ocotillo. Stop by for a visit. Have a beer or…read moreglass of wine. Play some pool. Visit with the locals. Try one of Rose's homemade burritos. Take home a t-shirt. You won't be disappointed.

I love everything about this place! Perfect desert bar with cold AC and even colder beer. Also,…read morefood prices that can't be beat. Belly up to the bar and it feels like you've known the bartenders forever. All of this is even better after finishing our L'Ocotillo Baby Badwater race!

Real nice hidden gem. I ordered the Vietnamita, an iced espresso coffee with sweetened condensed…read moremilk. Not overly sweet, and you can taste the coffee. My friend ordered a blended coffee and it was also very tasty, it had the right balance of sweet and coffee. My other friend ordered a refresco, an iced tea that was made form berries and lime, perfectly sweeter and just the right amount of tart. We all ordered burgers. Everything from the party to the sauces was house made. I haven't tasted beef that good in a long time. It had a wonderful, very natural flavor, not like a burger I've had in the states. It came with a homemade thousand island dressing sauce, I wish was a little thicker, but overall delicious. To me, it was extremely affordable, around $11 for my coffee and burger and to have everything fresh is worth it. Service was great too!

Pastries are delicious and baked in house. Try the empanadas, or the beso cookies, or the cinnamon…read morebun or the apple strudel or sample them all. All underrated and good until the last morsel. The coffee is so tasty HOT LIKE I LOVE MY COFFEE! The hotter the better for me. Custom orders are welcome. I order was complicated and it was a hit. SERIOUS SERVICE IS TOP NOTCH, young hardworking staff who is awfully respectful. Tip them nice! The location is a hidden gem, the outside is deceiving and the interior is clean and welcoming. The bathrooms are clean and comfortable and the back yard is clean, cute and inviting. Dine in or to go! A must do. we will return.