Great place to drink and socialize. Friendly staff that knows how to make a drink. They have a pool table and you can sing on Friday night. read more

Bear Claw Saloon - Been there and had a great time. Prices are good, drinks are perfect and the staff is friendly. It's a great place to drink and socialize. - Music Venues Near Me - Crestline, California

Love this spot! So welcoming to visitors and super great strong drinks and prices! They made this trip so fun! And the live band is amazing! So funnnn highly recommend!!!!! read more

Bear Claw Saloon - Music Venues Near Me - Crestline, California

This has become my favorite bar here in Crestline. I have tried the others in town over the years but none of them compare to the Bear Claw. Now it is the only bar I go to. Always feel welcome and all the bartenders are great. You are welcome to bring in food from any place. Always look forward to stopping by. read more

Automatic 5 stars. Felt like family within 5 minutes of walking in. Rachel the bartender was so nice and working hard, so was Scott. Ton of locals and folks that have been going for decades, like Rick who chatted me up and we became friends while playing pool one handed One of my favorite saloons in SoCal, just overall fantastic vibe. One of the locals bought 4 pizzas and left, just doing that so everyone could eat. Like who does that? Thanks for making my first time a blast in Crestline read more

Bear Claw Saloon - Rick one handed pool - Music Venues Near Me - Crestline, California

This is the type of Service you will Receive at this dive bar . The violence is condonable.. The man in question was a senior citizen, patron the bartender Mario will engage you in conversation that is heated. They had a conversation about politics, and because the senior citizen was a Trumper the conversation went south very quickly. The bartender punched him in the face, and as you can, see by the post left by the bouncer that he decided to put the senior citizen to sleep after doing so he dragged him into the parking lot and left him there unconscious . I believe that this establishment has done great harm to our community I would be beware if you attend watch your back. Keep your eyes open and don't take your eyes off your drink. read more

Bear Claw Saloon - Music Venues Near Me - Crestline, California

Fun place!! If you want to meet some genuine local people from this town, Bear Claw Saloon (fondly known as "the Claw" by some of my friends here) is the place to be! It's a place that reminds me of Cheers - for those who are old enough to remember that show.... "Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name...". I love the small town bar vibe here. And the bartender was super attentive and friendly. Sorry no picture (yet)... was too busy having fun getting to know the folks here. But do check them out if you're in Crestline or happen to visit Lake Gregory. It's a fun place! read more

Local dive bar, very friendly, we were a big group of gay guys and they were pretty nice even though we played Lady Gaga. Some locals complained but we thought it was funny. read more

I really liked this bar, even though we were visiting from out of town, we were treated with the same respect as the locals. So much so that we came multiple times during our stay. Prices were fair, bartenders were friendly, and they had karaoke one of the evenings which offered some fun entertainment. Locals were an eclectic mix of friendly folk. Definitely plan on returning. read more

what a rootin tootin bar. The drinks are so cheap I thought I was dreaming. Everyone was extremely kind especially the bar owners. For such a tiny place, the energy felt large! Lots of dancing and great live music. Cute decorations. They told me if you're drunk enough the moose on the wall starts speaking to you. I guess next time I'll have to drink more because I never got him to talk. Definitely stop by if you're in the area! read more

Always a great time at this bar. Staff is very welcoming and Gretchen is such a badass bartender. Good vibes all the time at the Bear Claw

I absolutely love this bar. All the bartenders are amazing and everybody is welcoming. It's the best bar in Crestline drinks are delicious. The bands are awesome. of course there's trouble sometimes cause when you miss alcohol with people sometimes stuff happens but security gets an under control very quickly and smoothly. Best dive bar. I've been to in my whole life I'm just gonna say this bar is off the hook and Gretchen is off the hook. I couldn't ask for a better bartender and there's Rachel right behind her and then Mario and then Scott the security guard and then his wife Michelle I love them all always make me feel like if I'm feeling down, I just go to the bear saloon. Love you guys. read more

My sister and I were up at Crestline celebrating our father for a few days. A friend of mine recommended another place down the road, but we were not well-received and ended up leaving. We ended up here at the Bear Claw, and sat down to a good time. A local bought us a fruity shot of some kind (thank you Scott!!)....Dawn, the bartender, was as cool as all get out. We had a great time and felt like we were part of the crew. It made me remember the days of when all of us friends would gather at the local watering hole every Friday night (and other nights when basketball was on!), and play pool. I almost felt like shouting NORM when one guy walked in the door! HA! Well done, Bear Claw, well done. read more

Bear Claw Saloon - Great recommendation by Dawn for my beer too! Wish I could remember what it was cuz it was YUM! - Music Venues Near Me - Crestline, California

We as a band have played this awesome friendly establishment on more than one occasion, We love it there and as always look forward to coming back, The Manager knows how to run a bar and she's always been accommodating to us, if you get a chance to go, definitely go you will have a blast, they usually always have something going on and bands every Saturday night! read more

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This bar is definitely the most middle of middle ground standard for a bar. You won't find any food here, so be prepared to eat before or after you come. There's 1 pool table that some people get territorial over because this bar is apparently where "the regulars crawl around" (not my words, a bartender's). They have live karaoke on the weekends (?) which is cool if you want to be around older generations singing oldies. They're pretty funny since they're all drunk so it's good entertainment. Beware, this place has a LOT of drama. The staff will gladly talk about other people to you, even other staff of other restaurants/bars in the area. The regulars are incredibly territorial over the place and they will side-eye you all night, it makes a really hostile environment especially if you just want to play pool. The staff itself here is alright but they're all "experienced" so if you want a drink remade you might get an attitude. Mario is super sweet and an excellent bartender, so if you can, ask for him. Oh, and ladies.... Come with a male companion. This bar is hunting grounds for the locals. read more

Gretchen is the best bartender in Crestline! Most affordable drinks in town! The karaoke is always a good time. The regulars are welcoming to tourist and locals alike if you behave with respect it's the perfect place to let loose! I love ending nights at the bearclaw because they never close early! read more

Heck yeah! Rachel made us bomb espresso martinis and all the locals were friendly. Also, I got to pet dogs!!!

Did not expect to find top notch craft cocktails here. The bartender Monday and Tuesday night was well-versed in the classics and made us some outstanding drinks. Cool atmosphere too. Price point was excellent. We'll definitely be back. Thank you Bear Claw Saloon! read more

Great place. Very nice people and great vibe! Seen some post from a person who was 86ed talking trash...I assume it is why she is talking trash about patrons and the great bartenders! read more

BEAR ATTACK! First time In Crestline I tried The Bear Claw The owners Oh man THE BEST Andrew & Maeve Who run The joint Got a Pool table Patio Yes! It's comfy Cozy Full Of love Inviting Flowing booze With Happy face This pubs The place Trust me You Cannot lose read more

Bear Claw Saloon - From Left to Right Actor - Diego Garcia @awkwardappeal @diegovgarcia Tyler Massey ANDREW MAEVE Photographer - Christo Dimassis @christoworx - Music Venues Near Me - Crestline, California

Awesome space with a bunch of cool people. Andrew, the owner, welcomed us personally and chatted with us for awhile. He had a lot of cool stories to share with us and we enjoyed every minute. Mario made AMAZING drinks and even shared their history with us! We felt very welcomed and appreciated and will certainly be returning for their karaoke! read more

Bear Claw Saloon - Oaxacan Old Fashioned, Smokey with hints of orange! - Music Venues Near Me - Crestline, California

The bear claw is not just a bar it is a community of amazing people! All of the employees are amazing, they make great drinks, put on amazing events, and listen to their customers and make it an enjoyable place to come too! From karaoke, pool, jenga, live bands, themed nights and more this is the place to be! I love my bear claw family! read more

Bear Claw Saloon - Crafted Cocktail! - Music Venues Near Me - Crestline, California

Can't love a little town bar more, regulars make this feel like family. I own in the mountains and come up often and I seriously crave my little bear claw family . They remember my drink before I can even get to the bar, always welcome me into locals bday party's . I feel part of this small town. During covid when I'm sure the owners and staff were struggling they made it a constant to write to me on Fb. the owners even called the regulars to check in and show they cared. Buying a home up here was the best decision I've made and being a single person I know I'm never short of company and welcoming friends and smiles there . Lol saw the previous bad review it's all bullshit that chick had to be a drunk fool and jealous of the friends that hang there. It's the most welcoming bar on the mountain. read more

If you come to the Bear Claw you're guaranteed to have a good time. The bartenders are great and every time I walk in Gretchen has my drink ready before I get to the bar. The music is great, karaoke is fun and they even have awesome bands on the weekend. Come down and hang out with the locals. I would give six stars if I could. read more

Bear Claw Saloon - BC Jeep Crew - Music Venues Near Me - Crestline, California

NOTE- no food here! No fries, nothing, but you can always bring food in from the pizza place or the McDonald's across the street. NOTE- not a whole lot of space, but it doesn't get too busy so it's usually fine. Still, this bar gets 5 stars from me! Great price on drinks, awesome bartender who takes time to remember you. Outdoor seating is nice. read more

We moved to the area in March and were worried we wouldn't find a welcoming bar for us "city folks". Turns out our fears were unfounded! The owners and the bar crew of the Bear Claw (Gretchen in particular) have been so great to us. Cheap beers, a deliciously dangerous fruit punch, karaoke, live bands, pool table, and a bunch of friendly people. read more

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Cool mountain saloon with all you'd expect in a local bar. Ain't nothing fancy... just good folks that are friendly. They have everything you want... beers on tap, beers in bottles, well drinks, and call drinks. There's a pool table and an outside patio area. Drink up! read more

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Love the karaoke and the people there, Wednesday I get to play tournament pool, and other nights I sing my ass away doing karaoke, love this place read more

If you want to have a good time surrounded by good hearted down to earth people who feel like family, hit up the Bear Claw Saloon. The bartender, Gretchen is amazing. She is a badass, with a big heart! The other staff are also amazing. They are all so welcoming and will treat you like family. They have killer bands that play out on the patio. They also have themed nights which is a blast! Make sure y'all head out there for the Halloween Party, it's always the best time. I have so many amazing memories there with good people. The only time there is ever any issues is when you have trashy people that come in there thinking they are privileged and don't have to respect the bartenders who bust their butts all night every night to give everyone a good time. This is hands down the best small town bar I have ever been to! Let me also add that Gretchen will also put the baseball games on which is awesome! Go Dodgers! There is also a new taco truck that comes by sometimes, so there is the option for some good grub. read more

Horrible atmosphere. Bartenders over pour alcohol, which in turn causes fist fights among the customers.

You want a place where you feel like home? This is it. Want drinks that don't break your bank account? This is it. Want to enjoy good tunes and dance? This is it. The best nights I've had in recent memory have been at The Bear Claw Saloon. An ABSOLUTE must if you are in Crestline, CA. The bartenders are tops and the environment is just as good. Safest bar I've ever been in as a single woman. read more

Great atmosphere and friendly people, are the 2 main reasons I would come back. Karaoke nights on Fridays and Saturdays were awesome! read more

Played some billiards and had some drinks . The darts are available but I didn't have a chance to play. The ladies didn't look to bad. I'm happy to see what kind of surprise I'm in store for on my next visit. read more

It's the dream, the bar where everyone knows your name! Great drinks and service. No food but the staff don't mind if you bring something in! Fun events almost every day of the week. Safe, fun, and you always feel like family! read more

Amazing bar! Great vibes! The service is amazing here! The bartenders make amazing drinks!

I am new to the town, was looking for a local friendly bar found the opposite with this business. The bartenders are very clicky with the locals, and will gossip about everybody's lives. They spread false rumors about their customers. If you happen to be a single female and getting attention from other customers, there's this very rude lady that attends this bar daily who makes you feel very unwelcome and after doing my research and reading the reviews and going on Facebook I have found that this ladies name is Rhonda the owners of this bar should do something about their staff and keep their patrons in control. They should be ashamed with the way, they run this business. read more

The blond bar tender was the meanest bar tender I've ever encountered in my life. The locals seemed to get along with her but me and a buddy had bad experience with her. She was passive aggressive and gave me bad vibes. Another bar down (I think of the name right now. I'll update this late) the street had friendlier bar tenders. read more

Favorite bar! Me and my friends definitely became regulars. Great bartenders and cheap drinks. Always a fun time no matter the day of the week. The owners are very kind people and chat with everyone. Fun events during the week. Great deals during happy hour. Bathrooms are always clean. Right across the street from McDonald's and around the corner from a pizza place. read more

You know, I've given this place chance after chance. I use to live up on this mountain, thankfully I have moved away. Because quiet frankly nothing but absolutely nasty people come here. Talking negatively about "Flatlanders" (people who live down the hill). I'm here now and it's honestly sad. I won't recommend this place, I believe you need to hire new staff, open the place up. You charge for a tab less then $10??? Welcome to 2019, time to get with the changes. The bartender who is working tonight will remain unnamed, nothing but negatively out of her mouth from the moment I walked I the door. Absolute shame BearClaw.... Absolute shame.....1 star/ Half a star if I could. read more

Amazing bar! Great drinks at an affordable price. Great place to hang out after a day at the lake Gregory. Will definitely be back here. Ordered a pizza for delivery and was able to enjoy with some drinks! 10/10 recommend read more

This is probably the only bar in my life I would go to alone feel right at home with Gretchen what a great gal and Rachel & Mario do wonderful drinks things that you would get in L.A.but you're here on the mountain. Andrew and Mave are wonderful hosts read more