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    4.3 (135 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Fiesta Guacamole
    Dan A.

    1st time visiting. Nothing I would go back for. The location is nice and offers some free parking on both sides of the restaurant. The dining room is spacious and laid out well. 5 adults went for lunch on a Friday. Some of my group was already seated when I arrived. So I can't say anything towards the welcoming and seating part. Our server Alicia took our drink orders and may not have been excited to be there on this day. She wasn't happy or rude, just kind of stoic. Once all of our party had arrived and ordered, we were brought chips and salsa, which were tasty. Chips were not stale and the salsa was pretty standard. Our 5 dishes were: 1.Choose 3 plate, shrimp enchilada Suiza, pork belly taco, and Mahi mahi taco with rice and beans. 2. Tortilla soup. 3. Shrimp enchiladas Suiza. 4. Rib eye tacos 5. Chicken Suiza Enchiladas and Tortilla soup. 6. Grilled chicken salad. The shrimp enchiladas were really good. Well flavored and tender shrimp. The pork belly taco was a little too smoky. Not sure if it was liquid smoke or actually over smoked. The mahi mahi taco was cooked perfectly but lacked flavor. The rice and beans needed more flavor. I had to ask for salt and pepper. The tortillas soup was a big disappointment. We actually sent it back and ordered a grilled chicken salad as a replacement meal. The soup seemed to have a lackluster amount of ingredients in soup base so dark, it tasted like it was straight out of a Las Palmas can of enchilada sauce. The grilled chicken salad seemed to be fresh and the chicken flavored well. The rib eye tacos were good. The chicken Suiza enchiladas were good. The chips and guacamole were fresh and tasty. The home made Flan with vanilla bean ice cream was probably the best thing of the day. I do like high end Mexican food with dishes or recipes that you cant get anywhere else that keep you coming back, but was not that impressed. And I really had high hopes for this dining experience. But just fell a little short for me. I did feel that Zoe, one of our servers, maybe the floor manager , really liked her job and had a genuine smile and seemed happy.

    Agua Fresca flight
    Jessenia R.

    I'm so glad I decided to give La Popular another try after my first visit! This time I came on a Thursday night to hang out with the girls, and we had such a fun experience. Thursday nights have some great specials, and we were especially excited about the margaritas. There ended up being a misunderstanding on our part about how one of the happy hour specials worked, but what really stood out to me was how they handled it. Rather than just telling us we had misunderstood, they took the time to talk with us and adjusted our bill to reflect what we genuinely believed we were supposed to pay. They absolutely did not have to do that, and as someone who has worked in customer service before, I really appreciated the care and personal attention they gave us. Elijah was AMAZING from the beginning. He took such great care of our table and made the whole experience fun. Then Lolly came over when we had the misunderstanding about the special, listened to us, and went above and beyond to make things right. The service on my first visit was already great, but tonight it was exceptional. That kind of hospitality makes such a difference! And the FOOD! The chips and salsa are still bomb , but this time I switched up what I ordered and found some things I really loved. I had the short rib tacos and chicken tinga tacos, and both were yummy. My friends ordered the cachetada tacos, which I obviously had to try , and those were delicious too! We also shared the guacamole, which was really good, and of course we enjoyed our grande margaritas. After my first visit, I had a feeling that maybe I just hadn't ordered the right things for my personal taste, so I wanted to come back and give them another shot. I'm SO glad I did. Between the Thursday specials, the tacos, the margaritas, and especially the way Elijah and Lolly treated us, tonight completely won me over. What impressed me most was the relational side of their customer service. Even though the misunderstanding could very well have been on our end, they still asked, "What can we do on our end to make this right?" That speaks volumes about how they treat their guests. Five stars all the way around this time. I will absolutely be back!

    The Forbidden Mule
    Carlos L.

    Wonderful experience! From the moment we arrived, the staff was welcoming and attentive, and the ambiance made me feel like I was on vacation in a beach town on the coast of Mexico. Cocktails were well crafted. My wife enjoyed their "Mercado cocktail," which is a rotating selection, and the Forbidden Mule. I enjoyed a whiskey sour, and after trying my wife's Mule, the Mule was the clear winner. The food was delicious! For appetizers, we shared some ceviche, guacamole, and queso fundido with chorizo all options were shareable and enjoyable. For entrees, we had the corn salad, which was innovative and packed with flavor! I chose the trio plate. I selected two enchiladas, one chicken and one shrimp, the sauce was well balanced and delicious. My third option was the mahi ahi taco. Although flavorful, the fish portion was tiny, and most of the taco was filled with the cabbage mix. For dessert, we had the butter cake, which was beautifully presented but a bit dry for my taste. Overall, we had a great dining experience and will definitely return! Shoutout to Alexis and Lolli for their hospitality and for making it a fantastic first visit!

    Enjoying our anniversary dinner. But first...drinks.
    Charity F.

    Twelve years of marriage apparently tastes like beef, ribeye tacos, and a dangerously good margarita. Jordan and I came to La Popular for our 12th anniversary, and the second we walked in, I was into it. The whole place has this sexy, modern energy with gorgeous decor, a lively buzz, perfect for a local date night. Even the waiters smelled amazing. Is that a weird thing to notice? Probably. But someone back there was wearing some fantastic cologne and I would like it entered into the official Yelp record. We started with a Watermelon Hibiscus Margarita for me and the LP Margarita for Jordan, and sweet Jesus, these people are not making decorative cocktails. They were STRONG. Beautifully balanced, dangerously smooth, super tasty. Then came my Carne Asada, rich and tender and saucy in all the right places. The meat practically surrendered under my fork. Even the beans and rice on the side were divine! Jordan ordered three Ribeye Tacos and proceeded to absolutely demolish them. There was no thoughtful discussion. No sharing. Just man, taco, silence. I believe that is the highest compliment he can give. And nothing disappointed us. NOTHING. We actually came back a few weekends later for brunch, sat at the bar, had another stellar experience...some outstanding huevos rancheros and breakfast tacos... and I forgot to take A SINGLE PHOTO. Which, in 2026, may be the greatest proof that I was having a really good time. La Popular got us twice. And there will absolutely be a third.

    Complementary chips & watermelon hibiscus margarita
    Marie S.

    I was unaware that this Redlands location existed until today. So glad I stopped in for breakfast. Ordered a watermelon/hibiscus margarita because, why not‍. So good. Complementary chips were light and flaky. Really nice flavor. Ordered chilaquiles with green sauce. Not a spicy person and these were perfect. Extremely pleased that the chef cooked two perfectly over medium eggs. I hope they know how impressive it is, and what a talent their chef is. Made the meal a worthwhile experience. Sometimes it truly is the little things that elevate a dining experience. Staff and servers were also super friendly, and even though I was solo dining, they made me feel very comfortable. If the rest of the food and team is this good this place will do very well. I will definitely make this a regular stop when I am in the Redlands area. 5 for me

    Birria Burrito Plate
    Roger C.

    Great Mexico-City inspired restaurant in Downtown Redlands. Beautifully decorated with lively music throughout! SERVICE: Very friendly from the entry to our table. Our server was nice and attentive even though the place was packed. FOOD: So far every dish has been superb!! We tried a few things (as you can see from the pics) our favs so far? The short rib enchilada and the birria burrito. If you haven't tried La Popular yet you are missing out! Great date night place!!

    Tacos and margaritas!
    Shelley R.

    Tried new place in Redlands for taco Tuesday. Great service by Sarah who was super attentive. We sat on the patio and had the rib eye, carnitas, chicken and octopus tacos. All were excellent with generous toppings. Happy hour margaritas were spot on! We shall return

    Jillian N.

    I am so pleasantly surprised! I went in thinking it may be another overpriced Mexican restaurant in the Redlands area, but I would highly recommend as a fun downtown spot. My friend and I arrived around 12:30 on a Sunday and was given a 20-25 min wait. When it got to 40 mins, we went inside to check on the status of our table and then were immediately seated. (This is where they lost a star. Hosts have to be more accurate with wait times.) After seating though, our experience was great. Drinks are original and well balanced. Food is flavorful and well portioned for the price. Brunch menu is fairly extensive. Lots of options. I'm definitely excited to return for their lunch specials/dinner menu. And I love that they're already doing special events. Great to get connected to your community.

    Spicy watermelon Agua Fresca
    Hehica E.

    I was searching Yelp for a Mexican restaurant for our 21st wedding anniversary dinner, and La Popular came up with excellent reviews. We were nearby, so my husband and I decided to give them a try! We went for dinner on a Thursday evening, arriving around 6pm. Parking is not the best. Your options are the free parking structure north of the train tracks, about a 2-3 minute walk, or paid parking near the restaurant. The paid parking was around $14, which was pretty pricey. To be fair, the Redlands Public Market is right across from La Popular, and by the time we left, the parking lot was packed. The ambiance at La Popular was really nice. There was plenty of lighting and greenery that made it feel calm and inviting. We sat across from the bar with a view of the Metrolink tracks, and there were plenty of TVs showing news and sports. They also have a disco ball in honor of their first location in Mexico City, which turns into a nightclub in the evening. Our server, Paige P, shared some of the restaurant's history with us, which was a nice touch. We just missed Thirsty Thursday, their happy hour, which ends at 6pm. Paige offered to put an order in for us, which was very generous but we decided not to. It was our first visit and we didn't want her to rush an order for us. I ordered the spicy watermelon agua fresca. I am NOT a spicy-tolerant eater, so our server, Paige, requested a mild version for me. It was delicious and tasted very fresh, with Tajín around the rim. I would definitely order it again. The food came out beautifully plated and picture-ready--which, of course, meant I took plenty of pictures. I ordered the 3-combo plate, where you can choose any three tacos or enchiladas. I chose a chicken Suiza enchilada and two tacos: one birria and one street corn. It also came with rice, beans, and consommé. Overall, the food hit the spot. The chicken in the Suiza enchilada was a little dry for my liking, but I enjoyed everything else. The beans had a little kick to them, but nothing too spicy for my very low spice tolerance. My husband ordered the chicken fajitas with corn tortillas. His plate did not come with rice and beans and only came with two street-size corn tortillas, which was a little surprising. And then came dessert. THE BUTTER CAKE. The butter cake was served warm and topped with vanilla ice cream, strawberries, and passion fruit custard. I died and went to heaven. It was SO good and easily one of my favorite parts of the meal. Overall, we had a great first experience at La Popular and a nice dinner celebrating our 21st anniversary. Good food, a fun atmosphere, beautiful presentation, and Paige, who took the time to tell us a little about the restaurant. And seriously...get the butter cake.

    Watermelon Hibiscus margarita
    Becky B.

    Great new restaurant in Redlands (8/7/26)! Large drink list and experienced bartenders making strong delicious drinks and good music make it a great vibe for HH, brunch or dinner. The queso fundido with chorizo is one of the best I've ever had. Make sure to not skip the chips and salsa they were so good! We also had the rib eye tacos, shrimp enchiladas and carne asada plate, everything was so delicious we scraped our plates

    They have a nice outdoor patio. It was a hot day so the misters really helped .
    Debbie S.

    My daughter picked this restaurant for four family members to celebrate their birthdays. It opened 2 months ago. It's beautiful, nice bar, dining area inside and a great patio outside with misters. I didn't expect great service because they are so new. They did have a lot of servers. They did a good job with being new and every table was taken. We went on a Saturday night and there was a singer, he was good. It does get loud inside, having a table of 6 or more can be hard to hear people talk. The food was good, I felt they had a good selection.

    This is a photo of the Birria Burrito Plate
    Damian G.

    Honestly starting off i'd give the restaurant a 2 stars limited table options. Mediocre flavors, there wasn't a single special thing that made this restaurant surprising to me to be quite honest. to sell latin food i'd suggest studying latin food a little more closely. Our sever however I didn't get there name! with the curly hair, tall slender she was nicest and so attentive.

    Chicken breakfast
    Michelle L.

    Love it here. We have only eaten here for breakfast. The 2 times we came for dinner it was packed. But the breakers food has been wonderfully delicious. The service has also been very good. I love love the vibes and the ambiance of the place. My new favorite

    Pork belly Tacos yum!!

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    The Overland

    4.2(309 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Eco-friendly

    The Overland Bar in Redlands is one of the best spots in Southern California's Inland Empire to…read moreenjoy delicious food, perfectly prepared cocktails, and mood music played live on vinyl in a beautiful setting. It's a perfect place for a date or a night out with friends or family. The focal point of the main dining room is the bar, which faces the restaurant's entrance. Meticulously designed with a nostalgic feel, the bar features blonde wood shelves holding hundreds of vinyl records, carefully curated design objects, and a DJ booth neatly tucked into a corner next to the bar. The beer taps are elegantly minimalist, and every detail in the bar--for example, the old-fashioned glass syrup bottles--seems planned to give a nod to history (specifically the late 19th century, when Redlands was founded). The main dining room offers plenty of comfortable seating choices, including a long bar along the center of the room. The patio is spacious and well kept. All of the spaces inside and out have music piped in from the bar. There are two restrooms just off the patio, and these are well-maintained. On busy nights, patrons can enjoy a drink in a standing bar area just off the patio. I love that the Overland provides a choice of setting depending on the kind of night you're planning. A romantic date? Get a reservation to sit inside, and it feels intimate. Just hanging out? The bar is fun as the mixologists make excellent drinks and friendly conversation. Sitting at the bar after 7 PM, you can watch the DJs spin the platters. If you have a larger group or just like to eat alfresco, the patio is perfect. The menu offers a really nice variety of drinks, including the pricier craft cocktails, more classic, moderately priced beverages, nonalcoholic drinks, and all sorts of beer and wine. The food menu is solid, with plenty of appetizers, salads, entrées, and a dessert. The real star is the tacos! These are very moderately priced at seven dollars apiece, and all three varieties are delicious! There is a potato taco, a beef taco, and pork chili Verde taco. I highly recommend these! The green salsa they provide is extremely mild, but they do have a variety of hot sauces on hand. It's worth mentioning that even a humble plate of tacos is served on nice ceramic dishes, along with good flatware and napkins.The espresso martini cheesecake is creamy and delicious, and the portion is really generous. The staff seem to enjoy working at the Overland. The servers work hard to make sure your order is to your liking, and food comes out pretty fast. There's a good sense of teamwork among them. The staff is also accommodating about seating or any special requests. We've been there on a busy Friday night, and on a Sunday evening and late night. The Overland is always at least moderately busy, so reservations are strongly recommended. The city of Redlands should be very proud of this establishment. Go and have fun!

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    Copehouse Bar & Bistro

    4.2(927 reviews)
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    Ariana was amazing. She gave us great recommendations…read more The food, as always, was fantastic. We love the warm confortable vibe.

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    Black Antler Book Club

    4.5(19 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    I really wanted to like this place, my friends and I were genuinely excited to try it. The…read moreaesthetic is beautiful...the decor and overall concept makes for an intriguing night out. Unfortunately, the experience didn't live up to the hype. Service was the main issue. The bartenders seemed inexperienced, and our server wasn't familiar with the drinks, often needing to check with someone else. It took about 20 minutes to receive our first round. Our reservation was at 10:30, we were seated until 10:40, and the place closes at midnight so timing already felt tight. Because of the wait, we asked to order two drinks at once for the next round, but were told it's limited to one at a time. That would be understandable if service were faster, but it took another 20 minutes to get the second drink. We were also told drinks from the regular menu take longer, so I tried one from the specialty menu...still a 20-minute wait. It was a frustrating experience. That said, the space itself is smaller and more intimate, which could make it a nice date spot. I do think this place has potential, and I'd consider giving it another chance, hopefully with smoother service next time. Oh Beignets were amazing!! Yummy little donuts!

    After being to the one in Rancho Cucamonga multiple times, I had very high expectations for the…read moreBlack Antlwr Book Club. When we walked into this speakeasy, behind a movable shelf, I was greatly disappointed by the size of this place. It literally was the size of a walk in closet. Probably a fifth of the size of the one in Rancho. The room was so small and cramped. We sat at the round tables which was small for 2 people, and they were spaced so close to each other. Another couple sat next to us and we could here their entire conversation. The space is just so cramped. Maybe 6 round tables with barely a foot apart. Then the bar top basically when someone is sitting there, theres less then a foot of space to go inbetween. The decor is beautiful. I did enjoy the library theme. Service here is a disappointment. There was inly 2 groups (including ourselves) when we arrived and service was excessively slow. On their featured cocktails which was the same as the one in Rancho (6 drinks?), they were already out of the first 2. And mind you, they've only been open for 2 hours. We asked them to prepare unique off the menu drinks. They basically gave us drinks from the main restaurant menu. Rum for the hills and an old fashion. The bartender at the Rancho location is so much better and nicer and way more creative. Able to create unique individual drinks off the top of his head. Not here though. She asked us what we were ordering at least times. And she still got our orders (food) wrong. The glass was sticky from the sugars. We ordered no grilled onions on the burger and it came with grilled onions. She was so unsure of what they carried (alcohol wise) that she had to go ask the other guy on multiple occasions. When the bill came, we didnt get a pen to sign it with. So we went to the bar area. The guy was a total A-hole. He was like what do you want? Woah guy. We're trying to give you more of our hard earned money via tip and sign this check so we can get the heck out of here. Like chill bro. We should be there ones angry with how bad the evening went. Not you. There were multiple flies flying around our table and food. A large fly, and then a small gnat around our drink. It was gross. Overall, it was a terrible experience here. There was mystique (I give you that, love the books). But nothing high end or exclusive about it. Usage of the space and their knowledge of the drinks reminds me of a run down dive bar. They need the bartender from Rancho to come here and revamp everything about this place. The only good thing here is that we were able to order burgers (full menu availability) in this speakeasy as suppose to the one in Victoria Gardens. But besides that, I am 100% not coming back. It just isnt worth it.

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    Don Orange - Dons Premium Margarita is delicious

    Don Orange

    4.1(1.8k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Vegetarian friendly

    Food was delicious!!!…read more I had the nachos and they were very substantial. I asked if the sauces on top had mayo and was told they only have cream Our waiter was great as well, very attentive! I wish I'd gotten his name The music was good but it was a little too loud I couldn't hear the other people at my table, and they are not quiet ladies. The walk to the bathroom was an experience though. It felt like you were entering catacombs so weird. Otherwise everyone working there was nice, all 3 of us love our food, the starter portions were more than enough for one person to have as an entree. Sharing between 2 people would be a good portion but idk the size of entrees because we only got starters. Seemed nice and clean too Enjoyed our time here, we will be back

    The food was great, the drinks refreshing, and the service so polite! But the music was so loud…read more We were sat in the back by the bar with minimal wait on a Saturday night. 6 people and maybe 15 min wait. Our waitress has on break, but this was communicated well and rhe other staff stepped in until she returned. We got a mix of drinks and food and loved every sip and bite. I will say the serving sizes are not what I'm used to for a Mexican restaurant but not tiny, around 2 to 3 tacos per plate. I got the birra tacos and I do wish they would have had a side but it wasn't a huge issue. Now the music for the elephant in the room. It was very loud in the small space. I would say club level, which is a lot for a dining experience. It didn't take away too much, just made talking hard. Another summer specific thing to point out, it is not the standard California A/c situation. We were in not way dying of heat, but it was warm. The day's temperature was around 102° so that of course was taken into account. If you have a group of friends that need some yummy food, this is your spot. Just maybe not a 1st date location, OR the perfect 1st date place

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    Cadillac Margarita

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    CHEESY BIRRIA

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    Madri - Not much eggplant

    Madri

    4.2(185 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Absolutely amazing experience at Madri! My mom and I stopped in for lunch today and were on about a…read moreone hour time crunch. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by Billy, who was incredibly welcoming and got us seated right away. We ordered the mozzarella cheese sticks, antipasto salad, and a Madri pizza, and WOW everything was absolutely amazing! The food was delicious, fresh, and came out quickly, which we really appreciated since we were on a time crunch. This was my mom's first time back since the remodel, and we were both blown away by how beautiful the restaurant looks. The atmosphere is incredible, it feels classy, welcoming, and like such a great place to spend time with family & friends. I also have to say, I cannot wait to plan a party in the back room! It looks like such a beautiful space for an event. Thank you to Billy and the entire Madri team for such a great lunch. We'll definitely be back! Next time we will bring my Dad.

    This place is a hidden gem in Old Town Redlands…read more. Came here for my Wife's 50th Birthday as she likes Italian food.. Everything was really good and we had a great experience.. We sat at the bar for happy hour and enjoyed everything so much we sat there and had dinner too.. The bartenders were so friendly and personable.. We started with appetizers with our drinks.. Honey Goat Cheese Dip with toasted bread and Calimari Strips.. For dinner we had Lasagna and Penne Gorgonzola Pasta with Chicken.. The place was very sharp and clean. Even the restrooms were shiny clean.. I can't wait to see what the upstairs looks after the remodel.. We definitely will be back for a date night.. Thank You Madri For A Great Birthday Dinner..

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    Eggs In Purgatory | Sunday Brunch

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    The State - Irish pub burger

    The State

    4.1(2k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Had a chance to visit both the State in Rancho and Redlands. This review will be for Redlands…read more To put it simply- Amazing spot in the heart of Redlands. The quality of food was fresh, prepared just right, and the service was fast and welcoming. It's in the nice down town Redlands area so never too busy or loud, in the small city. Our server, Aubrey, was also AWESOME so definitly give her a raise lol. My buddies and I were wanting some steaks and drinks after work, and we were not disappointed. 100% will be back. The only thing to be weary of is if you get outdoor seating. Many folks downtown tend to smoke marijuana so sometimes the smell will make its way into the patio area.

    I absolutely loved the decor of this place with a big open bar. Dark Victorian meets industrial,…read morewith birdcage chandeliers and low-lit wall sconces. Definitely a fun spot for a fancy cocktail--or, in my case, a mocktail. I ordered the Hibiscus Cooler and LOVED it. The food was more of a mixed bag. I ordered the Poblano Burger, and the deep-fried poblano was SO good. Unfortunately, I ordered the patty medium and it came out overcooked. The fries were also a little undercooked, and the burger could have used more sauce. Tasty overall, just not quite hitting the mark. Then came dessert... and this is where the experience really went downhill. I ordered the crème brûlée because I've had it elsewhere and had been craving it. While waiting, I stepped away to use the restroom. When I came back, my entire table--including my drinks--had been cleared. I had literally just ordered dessert and never indicated I was finished. The server seemed confused when I questioned it, which made the whole thing even more awkward. And unfortunately, the crème brûlée itself was also a miss. The sugar topping was torched too long and had a noticeably bitter, burnt flavor. The server (and possibly a manager) apologized, and I was given $2 off the drink, which I appreciated. Between the okay food and the especially strange service and lack of communication the experience left me disappointed. The atmosphere is definitely the highlight, but for me, the service experience was enough to say I probably won't be back anytime soon.

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    Soup and salad

    The State - BLACKBERRY BARBECUE BURGER!!  Very good, sweet, savory, and spicy.

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    Vault Martini Bar & Grill

    Vault Martini Bar & Grill

    3.6(213 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $

    I am a huge fan of open mic nights. I have found a few really good ones in the area and love…read moreattending them. I feel like a fangirl, hoping that my favourite performers will be there. I hope one day to see them on the stage so I can say, "I got to see them when they were small fries." The Vault hosts a lot of events, including musical open mic nights. I still prefer Writers Block's open mic night (the first Wednesday of every month). I am shocked that the event is free, with how talented the poets are. I have bought several books from one of the local poets (shout out to Winry Hagerty!!) who sells her work at the poetry event. The last time I went there were stickers from an artist, some leather works, books by poets for sale. The atmosphere at The Vault during Open Mic Night is vibrant and supportive. The audience is engaged and respectful, providing an encouraging environment for the performers to shine. It's worth noting that this event is not only entertaining but also affordable. It's free. If you're looking for an enjoyable and affordable evening filled with talent and creativity, make sure to check out The Vault's Open Mic Night.

    I'm not going to be back,unless I am paid or compensated…read more I drove an whole ass hour out of town to play a FREE set at this bar, and make them money, and the asshole bartender TRENT thought that it was appropriate to not only wildly knock on the bathroom door as I was taking a shit from the drive, but to barge in on me and yell that I was "taking too long" and wildly accused me of using narcotics. I had been in there for literally 3 minutes at that point. And if I wanted to do that shit, my car was right outside. I tried to explain to him that I had just returned back inside from a smoke, but all he did was threaten to kick me out for literally NO FUCKING REASON. I am transgender, and while this used to be one of my favorite spots, I will never be returning. I have been made to feel unsafe and unwelcome at this bar and I regret the fact I spent money on beer just to calm my fucking nerves after the incident. If youre worried about people using the bathroom and taking their time, get more fucking bathrooms, and dont treat out of town talent like shit. Especially queer talent, if you're a so called "safe space"

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    Vault Martini Bar & Grill - Movie night

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    Dj on a Saturday

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    The Vault

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