After leaving the Crest Theatre, my girl and I walked across the street to The Dive Bar to end the…read morenight. Security checked our IDs at the door, and once we walked in, the bar area was packed. Luckily, there were reserved booths nobody was using and my girl, and I sat there since the main bar was crowded. It actually worked out perfect for us. It gave us space to sit, relax, and have a good conversation without feeling cramped. We ordered a couple of colorful drinks that were nicely balanced and flavorful, not too overpowering, and easy to enjoy. The music was hip-hop which is right up my alley, so the vibe was definitely on point. What really stood out was the atmosphere. I've never been in a bar quite like this where jellyfish were hanging from the ceiling, and a whole underwater theme. I was told a mermaid appears over the bar at certain times, but sadly, I didn't get to see her this visit. Overall, it was a great spot to end the night after the movie. Good drinks, good music, and a unique sea-themed vibe. If I return, I will hope to see a mermaid

If you want to be charged a cover to get into a place where you'll be comepletely ignored by…read morebartenders, harassed by security and patrons and allegedly have to worry about your drink being accompanied by something a little extra...just so you can see a "mermaid" swim around in a fish tank then this is the perfect place for you. The bar tenders have horrible customer service even when the bar isn't busy. It seems like they rather hang out and chat with regulars and friends than serve paying customers. The security guards we're blatantly discriminating against my friend for no good reason. Also, security apparently accepts bribes at the front door to let people in, so much for safety. The drinks were in my opinion overpriced and didn't taste good. Maybe I'm biased because my whole experience here put a complete sour taste in my mouth. Then, to top it all off my friends and I were being harassed by two patrons who had clearly been overserved the entire time we were there. We had no choice but to leave and we will never be back again! After visiting I wanted to leave a review because I felt other people should steer clear. To my surprise, I read reviews here that mentioned almost the exact experience we had. So, this is not an isolated incident and Dive Bar has not taken our comments into consideration. Disclaimer: I did not have this experience, but it was very disheartening to see all the reviews, tik toks, reels, etc. I found after visiting Dive Bar in which women and men are claiming to have been roofied. This may or may not be true, but it can't be a coincidence this many people have had the same experience. There needs to be an investigation into this bar. I myself will be placing a call to the BBB and I hope that anyone who has had that experience feels empowered to speak to the authorities.

Great variety of people! Good drinks, good pool, staff mostly GREAT! Sound system good!read more

Used to be a wonderful, safe and friendly spot! I want to make it clear that I am not reviewing…read morethis way in reflection of the bar itself, or other bartenders. It's a great hangout where "everyone knows your name," however, some people just should not be in a position of "power" if they are going to let their personal life, jealously and insecurities get in the way of their work... I was a regular here for a long time, as well as my husband was, but management has become increasingly unprofessional and, to be frank, unstable. The manager treats this establishment like her personal living room rather than a professional business. She regularly uses her position to settle personal scores, including banning people and '86ing' loyal, high-spending customers based on personal whims and private grudges rather than actual conduct. It is incredibly disappointing to see a local spot run this way. It creates an uncomfortable, toxic atmosphere where the 'vibe' depends entirely on the manager's personal mood or who she is currently upset with outside of work hours. It is lousy business practice and even worse customer service to regularly bait patrons and then use professional standing to retaliate against them. Even after letting an overcharge of around $100 slip until I noticed it and brought it up... The attitude remained. If you aren't in the 'inner circle,' or if she decides she has a personal grievance with you, expect to be treated with hostility. It's a shame because the bar itself is amazing and staffed with fun, great bartenders, but the current leadership is a liability to the business. Has been so and will likely get worse... There are plenty of other establishments in the area where you can spend your money without the high-school-level drama and unprofessionalism. Save yourself the headache and go somewhere that actually values its patrons.

Never in a million years would I expect to find the quintessential dive bar in THE MIDDLE OF…read moreNOWHERE! This little joint is the bomb-dignity. And, when I say that, I mean it! If you like dive bars like I do, well my friend, you are in for a treat!! Rance, the bartender/general manager of the entire property (they have rustic cabins for rent and a campground (also rustic) for your lodging needs) knows a metric ton of history of the property (40 acres) and its multiple owners. Originally, it was a stopover for horse ridden and drawn wagons back in the day headed east and west. If only the walks could talk!?!?! They have events that are becoming quite popular including Red-neck Olympics which have multiple games including frozen pea spitting contests. They are completely off grid, utilizing solar and generators for power needs. This is a hidden gem that you need to check off the box with. Cheers friends!!

A real hidden gem. Stop by if you want a cold beer and fresh air in beautiful surroundings. You can…read morestay the night or for a couple of hours and enjoy time with friends before continuing your Jeep adventures. The history and decor make this place so unique. Definitely stop by for a beer! UTC is one of a kind.

Food was absolutely amazing such a shock we had no idea!!! We went to Thirsty Barrel and they were…read moreclosed but Gary's Place is a hidden gem for amazing fresh food...what a great find!

Solid dive bar right on the main walking street. Food menu is robust and really better than most…read moredive bars.

Great local "dive" bar! Super friendly peeps and good prices. Billiards, darts, shuffleboard and…read moremultiple large TV's on sports. Large stage and dance floor with live music on the weekends. Some bands have a 5-10$ cover on Saturdays depending on who they are. No charge any other time. Highly recommended!

First off I wanted to say how clean this place is. The drinks were perfect and the staff was so…read morefriendly. I went there to see my friends perform there for the night and I just had a blast! I will be back and I'm telling everyone about this place!

This place is a-ok. I stop by every so often for a couple beers and if I feel frisky shoot some…read morepool. The ladies that work behind the bar are typically very friendly. This is a dive bar for sure so don't expect anything above that. I typically get a good chuckle out of the old dudes playing liars dice at the end of the bar.

Classic dark dive bar with a neon sign, jukebox, two pool tables, cheap drinks, and a stage. They…read moreclaim to be serving since 1929, though Prohibition ended in 1933, but, in any event, that means the 100th anniversary is coming up, so you know what that means! Time for its centennial bath! I stuck with the $3.75 bottles of Coors Light, but, based on some reviews corroborating what I saw today, I recommend you specify if you want well or not. You might not want a "Jack and Coke", but maybe a Signature Select and cola.

We went here to cool off today..june 2nd..see receipt…read more Drinks are good and still relatively cheap. I had a glass of wine and my boyfriend had a Budweiser. Its relaxing inside and has tvs to watch sports. They have outdoor seating as well. I believe people can smoke out there. Its popular for the locals and you can get Freds chinese food next door and bring it into the bar ( i believe Fred bought the place). Plenty of outside seating to meet your friends!

In town for a wedding and frequented this bar during the long weekend on several occasions. It…read moreseems to be a great local spot with lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Staff was friendly and the place had a divey, charming appeal. I was a little frustrated with the digital jukebox situation but whatever. This is a great, casual hangout spot. Nothing too remarkable but a great go-to for casual drinking!

This place seems like a hole in the wall type of joint but when you enter, it's a beautifully…read moredecorated historical space. The bar area is gorgeous with Tiffany lamps seated at some tables. The bartender was so nice when my friend and I visited, hardly anyone was there at the time because they were transitioning to dinner service- I assume, at least. My friend and I both got cocktails (can't remember what they were) and both were good! We decided to try their beet hummus platter which came with lots of delicious and fresh toppings along with some herbaceous focaccia bread. It was one of the best appetizers I have had in a long time. We also ordered the Amaretto Bread Pudding which I guess was a seasonal item at the time- in my opinion, it should be on the menu full-time. It really was that good! Unlike anything I've ever had before, and soaked in that lovely almond flavor with moist and buttery bread pudding. I highly recommend coming here, even if it's just for some small plates!!

This place is fricken GEM!!! The musicians they get are consistently amazing, food is super yummy,…read moreand the vibe is funky and friendly. A local spot that I hope we never lose! A must do in the summer - dancing, kids having a blast with their parents, friends running into each and catching up - the best!

I really like this place. It's small, and it can be pretty fun on weekends, but there isn't enough…read morespace to dance comfortably. At the same time, the vibe is fun and the crowd is nice. I'd recommend it for younger people. And if you're hungry you can eat outside. There is a good food stand on the same parking lot

Liberal Bull is the ultimate midafternoon to late night small town spot or local watering hole…read more Have gone to Liberal Bull multiple times and continue to have an enjoyable time. Continue learning on each visit how special the people of the Town of Loomis make their town. The karaoke, the singing, dancing, and people watching make this a spot to visit especially on the weekends. Individuals come to the local watering hole following weddings, dinners, sporting events, etc. which makes this an excellent place for "people watching" and meeting others. Overall the service is quick and friendly for nonalcoholic and alcohol beverages even when not sitting at the bar. The door guy and the bartenders do not mind the conversation and encourage positive energy even when need a moment to sit in silence to watch the world go by. Looking forward to my next visit to Liberal Bull.

The crowd here was pretty decent for a smaller town on a Sunday night. Bartenders were cool, drinks…read morewere great with a good selection. Will definitely be revisiting when we come back to Placerville!

I really liked my time at this little dive bar. i loved that it had a touch tunes, so customers…read morecould place music. The bartender was very kind and she was nice to our group even though we were a rowdy bunch (especially me). The vibes were great and I also really enjoyed the crowd this bar drew in. It's your classic small town dive bar. Nothing beats it!