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Divey
Casual
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Ida H.

I was invited to attend a party here to celebrate our CM - Alex L's departure from his long run with Yelp of Sacramento. It worked out well as a nice place to handle our small intimate group. The interior is spacious with dim lighting for that romantic feel. There is also a lighted outdoor patio area. Above the bar, there are 3 large TV's and plenty of seating indoors and out. They have specialty cocktails and a menu of delicious comfort food selections. Years ago, if you called someplace a dive, it wouldn't be a compliment.  But now, going to a dive bar is a popular way to hang out with friends in the comfort of the neighborhood it's located in.  Dive bars to me are usually old buildings that get minimal care and up grades.  Said establishments offer all the basics that one would expect in a bar from drink selections, snacks, tables, chairs, jukebox, TV's and of course a pool table. Ambiance is not what a dive bar is usually about, but Bear Dive fulfills most if not more, of what I have mentioned, by including good service and a great bartender! Our group had a fun time hanging out and socializing! It turned out as a successful night reuniting some of us old time Yelpers and seeing Alex L again. But of course, we always have a good time when we get together!

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Rachel L.

Love the Bear Dive! Queer run, queer attended, and queer safe. You'll spot bears in the art and the people, but all kinds are welcome. Most dive bars feel cramped and full of unfriendly people, but bear dive is the opposite. Too much smoking on the patio for me, but it's a great gathering space indoor or outside. Food is greasy spoon dive bar food, love the fries and great drinks selection. Drag shows most Fridays and security after happy hour, when the kitchen closes. Dogs are welcome too!

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Kylie C.

Patrick was our bartender and he made our night. He was funny, customer service oriented and key us know of future events. My friend group is super into drag shows and are excited to visit future events. Drinks were fresh and delicious. Very chill vibe with South Park on the tv and chill music in the speakers. 10/10 recommend

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Love this place. very reasonably priced drinks and food. Lovely atmosphere! I wish the nachos were still available!

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Michael G.

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5 years ago

The so-called "covid hours", as in being closed Mon, Tues, and Wed seems a bit bogus. I hope they can stay in business.

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Michael G.

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6 years ago

GREAT new bar. Friendly with pool and outdoor heaters and great music. Menu is good, easy parking, fun people.

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Michael G.

Thank you Dan!

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Ambiance is always good here. Service is great from every bartender. Drinks definitely one of the…read morebest. Music is definitely going to make you dance.

Myself and my entire group was removed/denied entry for my medical bag being "out of policy".This…read moreis not simply just a purse or a bag I bring for convenience, it contains all three of my epilepsy medications, including my emergency seizure medication, which I need to have accessible in case of an emergency. I also have documentation and prescriptions for all of my medications. I asked if I can remove all other items in my bag ( lip gloss, chapstick, black gel pen, and hair ties) and they still said no. I then came back WITHOUT my bag and she said I couldn't come in because I was previously denied for my bag or as they say " Since we seen it in the past the policy still stands" I literally had to laugh out loud but then let my 3 friends in with fanny packs & cross body before me? I was in the back of the line and was next after my friends got checked and that's when I was denied entry the second time despite not having my bag or anything besides my phone and Id. Because of my epilepsy, I'm unable to drive, so when I go out I have to rely on public transportation, Lyft, or Uber. That means carrying my medication with me is a necessity, not something I can simply leave in my car. I completely understand that businesses have security policies and restrictions on bags. However, I was disappointed that there wasn't an accommodation. I've been to other Sacramento establishments, including The Depot, Dive Bar, The Merc, and Low Brau, where staff were able to accommodate me while allowing me to keep my bag with my medication with me. The security seem to have a reoccurring issue with customers based on the reviews on both yelp and google so that being my experience as well seems to add up. What makes this especially disappointing is that I was actually really excited to check Faces out, especially because I was looking forward to creating content there. Unfortunately, being denied entry over the medical bag left a very negative impression and completely changed my experience before I even had the opportunity to visit. I hope management considers having a clear policy for medically necessary medication and makes sure staff know how to handle situations like this appropriately. People with medical conditions shouldn't have to choose between carrying essential medication and being able to enjoy an establishment.

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