we are returning quite often to Neil*s to meet friends for lunch..fun atmosphere..great cocktails..friendly staff and the best of all is the food.amazing fried chicken sandwich...keep trying to order something else but our group table always gives in to the sandwich ..cant beat it in the desert....if i could go every day i would...check it out...great times read more

LOVE NEILS... Always a fun time, whether you come with a Group or come in alone...you will Always make new friends at NEILS !!

I would like to rescind my previous good rating and leave a horrible rating. Tonight I felt more disrespected and unwelcome that I ever have in my life (and I've been to Iraq) So, I've come to this bar probably a couple hundred times. Most of the staff if not all, know me by name and will have nothing but good things to say about me. I tip good, have never caused a problem, I'm a shoulder to cry on and an ear to listen. I got here a little late (45 min before closing) I've never had a problem getting in. The only one who ever gives me problems is Tony the security. Always for no good reason even though I'm always cordial and nice to him. He has this pretentious attitude, and a fake professionalism that makes it hard to stomach. He has seen me hundreds of times but acts like he doesn't know me every single time. I don't know about you but that seems like a bad trait for a security guard. It also seems like he is singling me out every time I come here which in most books is harassment. So I don't know I have been here hundreds of times and I get harassed even though I tip well, I never cause problems and I'm a near perfect patron. Anyways he didn't let me in but he let people in after me and I was celebrating and going to drop a couple hundred dollars. Now I'm just gonna leave this review and probably never come here again. Once again. I have spent thousands if not tens of thousands here and never caused a problem. Tony is the reason for probably every bad review you get. That is such b s how I was treated and I really want a face to face apology and the reasoning to why I wasn't let in but two strangers that weren't regulars were. Feel free to reply at teflonveteran@gmail.com read more

Great place full of locals. We are in the area for the winter so we obviously aren't locals but have always felt welcome here. Other patrons are friendly and the humor at the bar never disappoints. The bartenders have been fantastic and the drinks are not weak... The kitchen has been closed for renovation but will reopen in mid December of 2019 so we cannot speak for the quality of the food. We will be back several more times while in town and we would definitely recommend. read more

Neil's lounge is a great little dive located in Indio, the vibe is country/dive bar. The drinks are tall and the folks that frequent here are quite down to earth. Karaoke is a big thing here, and let me tell you they sure do know how to get down! My husband and I actually had our wedding reception here, the staff was the nicest, and so were the locals. If you are in the area this is definitely the spot to kick up your feet and have a drink! read more

Okay, we were so excited to go to this karaoke bar for my best friends bach weekend... however, we never made it in. They questioned our party's LEGIT IDs... we are all 30! I've never been questioned for my ID in my life, and these guys were convinced it was fake. We told them we would call the police and they could verify it... and they were still EXTREMELY rude and aggressive towards us. I was in complete awe. Don't go here. After reading the comments on yelp, I realized that this business clearly just discriminates against young females....I suggest you try somewhere else ladies. read more

We were ignored. The bartender cashed us out after one drink. Several people put songs into the karoake mix and were never called and they began playing random songs around 8:45. The only redeeming quality about this bar is the food service woman. She was very sweet. Avoid if you aren't a local. read more

This place is best place to go great service great food and great place to Injoy ur karokee read more

Neil's Lounge - Bars Near Me - Indio, California

Only been here a handful of times but each time the chick with a guys name makes it agonizing as well as the older bouncer, not only did the dude put his hand all in my purse and accuse lotion of being weed but the waitress made it hostile rushed us and closed the tab out without warning after our first drink. Not to mention the half our waits for her to check up on us and serving us bottled water instead of cups for free read more

Great relaxes vibe during the day at least. Great selections played on the jukebox. .$3 pinta if you drink american light beer. Nice locals. Friendly bar maid. read more

The atmosphere was great, however, we had a really shitty waitresses that was rude and didn't want to give us an itemized receipt. All and all the experience could of been better. read more

Great place love coming here. bartenders are really nice, drinks are good priced love it there

Didn't even let us in? They checked our bags, interrogated me and my friends, questioned our legit ID's, and asked for credit cards to make sure they match the name on the ID's. The 'head of security' rushed toward us as soon as we walked in. He asked us why we smelt like weed? It's 2019 bruh, weed is legal? I don't know what that guys problem is but he was a complete a-hole. Because he found weed on us he told us we can't be there and asked us to leave. During this entire 15 minute debacle people were walking in and out without even getting their ID's or bag checked. You should really fire that guy, he's making you guys lose business.... read more

Yo this place is the shit from the dj Jim to the bartender Chris the older gentleman with the gray hair treated me and my birthday boy great. I asked Laderrell to if he could get the get dj Jim if he could just have a verbal birthday shout out to my homie Moe no only did he come thru but also put on 50 cent- in da club to get those vibes right, they took care of me like if I was family and I respect and appreciate that because now a days most places are for the profit but this place regally made me feel like family read more

Neil's did a bang up job of showing us LA folk a great time on a random night in Indio. I come to La Quinta all the time and if you are not a senior, there really is very little to do. So when I heard about Neil's both my fingers and my toes were crossed that the place could be a repeat. One step inside those doors transported me to a dive bar in some time warp on what could be considered an entirely new planet. Drunk old men in Tommy Bahama sing Willie Nelson (you know who you are ) while tiny Asian women in really big shoes since terrible songs (repeatedly). Yes, you guessed it. What makes Neil's so special is its weird mix of cheap drinks and karaoke. Without the cheap drinks, the karaoke wouldn't be half as entertaining (and frankly they are necessary). I happened to land at Neil's on a night where the lesbian convention was in town. Women were brawling in the bathroom while others made out. Some asked me to dance to songs like Do Wa Ditty and Like a Prayer. If people were veggies of all shapes and sizes, Neil's would be one heck of a tossed salad. This was the strange combination of people: fat, thin, tattoos, yuppies, young, old, tacky and tackier, pants hanging low, pants that are wayy too tight. Ethnicities Galore. Get ready for some good times people. And for some bimbo to spill a drink in your lap. read more

So I'm from the bay area and when I came to town for Coachella and was looking for a late night spot - here is were I landed. Me and two friends took a taxi and upon arrival one of the bouncers comes up the taxi and immediately checks all our ID's - um, weird and intimidating. Walking in there is a kareoke stage to the right, a bar to the front and tip bar tables to the left. We find and spot and sit. I was wearing a short skit, heels and nicer top - silly me - my friends and I were stared at in an akward way the entire time. So we watched the stage for a bit, the singers were ok and the equipment looked high tech and all so - good if you are into it and know where you are going. I ventured off to the restroom at one point. It's one room, with a curtain that wraps around the tiolet - no lock on the door. So I just had to do my business quick, hoping no one would come in and just open the curtain to my modesty. But it was clean at least. The vibe was just weird and totally non friendly and bordering on aggressive. Call me an out of towner - I'm ok with that. But I shouldn't have felt that akward - 30 minutes later we called a cab and were leaving. But even then a super creepy guy started to make some gross comments to my friend outside while we waited. If you know what you are in for, know the crowd, hardcore kareoker - great - otherwise I'd pass - especially if you are from out of town. read more

So my friends took me out to this place for karaoke. I'd never been but knew it was popular for karaoke. After one duet with my girlfriend, I knew the second mic (my mic) wasn't loud enough in the mixer as I could barely hear myself. I politely told the dj who then told me my voice was too soft and my friend was louder. This couldn't have been further from the truth as in a professional theatre singer who can be heard from the back of the house a Capella. I brushed off his dismissivness and my fiend and i put in for a few songs. After waiting for the longest time as the dj sang HIS songs as girls grinded on him and eachother and left raunchy hip hop playing while he was no where to be seen for the longest time, we finally left. I did eventually get to do another song but my friends was completely dismissed and had to ask the dj what was up. The best part was our very courteous server who made sure our drinks were always fresh. I love karaoke and have been everywhere in the valley and this was the worst karaoke experience ever. At least they had a good sound system, if only the dj knew how to manage the sound system... read more

I have to say the food is excellent. We went for karaoke --- was the worst experience of our life. Two or maybe three people would sing and then the KJ would take off .... Sometimes unable to even find him. Other times walking around the bar. He would go behind the bar --- He would do dishes, lean and talk to people. Come back to the stage, Let one or two people sing and then take off again for a long time. It was a horrible horrible horrible experience with the terrible terrible KJ ....... We will never go back there again!!!!!! Just heads up for anyone wanting a nice night out to karaoke, Don't go to Neil's!!!!! read more

I'm writing in a LA point of view. I just moved to Coachella Valley so this is what I thought. I really like this bar. I went during the day and in the summer so no one was really there. I just stopped in to get a couple of drinks not really to have a crazy day/night. They had a very good menu, great lay out and decently priced drinks. I'm looking forward to coming back here for karaoke night or to bring my out of town friends for some desert fun. read more

I have been here a few times and can confirm it's a dive bar haha can find all sorts of characters in this place, but they're all friendly and there to have a great time! Parking is limited up front, but they have more parking outback or next door if it gets too crowded. This place has a fun vibe to it the moment you walk in. The karaoke stage is to your immediate right, restrooms to the left and straight ahead is the bar. They have plenty of screens to watch the games, especially during football season. They have pool tables behind the bar as well. The staff here is super friendly and usually hook you up if you're a regular or just seem like you're having a blast haha The drinks here are strong and worth the low price. Careful with stacked glasses, they will freeze together making it harder to separate. Never had a full meal here, but what I did try was pretty good. Overall 4 stars because I have yet to show up when it's fully packed and they got the karaoke going on. This place still functions M-F just fine though! read more

They have a lil restaurant in there called Puros Tacos. Best Shrimp tacos around, sooo good. Neils crowd is always mixed and the drinks are on point. Cool spot for Kareoke and a strong drink. This place has never disappointed. read more

After a long "girls night out" for a bachelorette party, we stopped by here before we headed back to the resort. The bride-to-be loves to sing so we thought it would be fun for one last hurrah before we headed home. The bouncers were hilarious. Unfortunately, not all of us were drinking but the waitress didn't seem to mind and still brought out waters. There was some really good karaoke going on and kind of intimidating. After listening to a couple of them you forget they're just regular people. I was impressed. I loved the variety in the crowd. There were some sports fans here, a few cowboys there, couple of locals. This guy even came up and offered to get me a bottle of water cause I just missed the waitress. He gave it to me, we joked for a second and after I thanked him again for the water he just strolled off. Seriously, the nicest guy ever! Didn't act creepy or try to saddle up to the table. Very cool. Soooo, the reason I missed the waitress was a trip to the ladies room. There was a line, so I didn't get to see what was going on in there, but by the time I got inside I realized what was up. A shower curtain? It was all that separated you from the girl washing her hands at the sink and the girl standing next to that girl waiting her turn. Still trying to figure this one out. Oh well, I survived. Unfortunately, miss bachelorette didn't get a chance to sing. They apparently had a last call for the karaoke and we missed it. All is well, after the weekend we had I wasn't up for being a back up dancer to an all girl rendition of Baby Got Back. Love a dive bar - love it even more when you mix it with cool people and good karaoke. read more

I ALWAYS Have A Good Time @ Neil's! Solid Pours On Drinks, Ice Cold Beer, Great Food From The Back Of The House and All Around Great People Running The Joint. I've Never Ever Had A Problem While Hanging Out Here. During Football Season They Really Do A Bang Up Job Giving Away Stuff With Bingo! Just GO and Have A Good Time! read more

Dark, gritty, amazing dive bar with a karaoke crowd you can really get down with. They provide a free shuttle to/from the lounge, and we took advantage of that service. Showed up around 7pm on a Friday with an entourage of women. We were treated well, served stiff drinks, and whiled away an awesome evening at Neil's. The people watching is great - flashy to trashy and everything in between. The place really started filling up around 9:30 or so, so we were glad to have arrived early enough to grab a table. The food is surprisingly really decent and very affordable. Loved it. read more

I am a long time customer of Neil's Lounge and always have a great time while I'm here. Karl is a fun karaoke host and Crystal is the best server! She makes me and my friends feel like family. The only complaint I have is that there was a dog inside the bar. As far as I know, that is against California health code unless it is a service animal, which this dog clearly was not. My friends and I wanted to stay longer to sing a few more songs and eat but we cancelled our food order because one of my friends is allergic to dogs and the rest of us were pretty grossed out watching the lady feed her dog mozzarella sticks at the table. Just seems unsanitary. Other than that, always a good time! We will be back but hopefully Jackie and Cowboy will talk to security about the laws pertaining to animals inside the bar. read more

Cheap beer? coors light on special! Liquor? It's ladies night, all night! karaoke? it's not a lounge fer nuthin. pool tables? twin tables baby front AND a back entrance? Boo-Ya. Bud girl posters? You go Dale Jr! MAGIC? HELLS YES. Every x-mas, IHS class of '92 holds our informal reunion here. We get to bask in the sticky-seedy glory that is Neil's Lounge. Would I change a thing? HELL NO! It's like, right by my mom's house. a timeless classic! read more

Super fun place ! Although our food took over an hour to get an order of chicken tenders because the server was taking shots... Not only that but the DJ was really rude and said he would only play our songs if we tip them. Therefore I did tip him and he rolled his eyes and never played our song. Overall fun place but not going back. read more

Karaoke at Neils is one of the best things about being out here for a month doing the festivals. The staff are nice and friendly and can SING! they let us party and act like idiots and have not kicked us out yet. yay for neils! read more

Hands down one of the best karaoke bars I have been to. WHY? Price: drinks, food PERFECT, reasonable. Especially food Food: surprisingly awesome. If you like fried, bad for you goodness! Quesadillas! Drinks: full bar, enough taps, good taste, great pour Service: little slow at times, but mostly really good Look: clean,dive bary but overall...very acceptable. U can tell they remodel stuff often Bathrooms: clean, small, but clean. Didn't wanna throw up walkin in, yes dig? KARAOKE: System: great sound, even a stage area Song Selection: update often?!? They always have what I wanna sing. New included Singers: surprisingly very good. Once in a while u get a non singer, but those are the best! Music: country, new, kj's plays dance music in between and gives karaoke breaks! Wait time to sing: I've now been here 4 times I think and once it was packed and I only sang twice, every other time I sang multiple times. KJ: know it all, thinks he is the best, but what KJ doesn't ?!?! If you are good, he'll put you up more. If you tip, you can sing all night. Seems like they work on tips. Clientele: depends on the night. One time it was buncha local assholes which made the bar in a weird mood including staff. All Other times it was very pleasant! It's a local dive bar, but has a clean look and friendly staff. Can't help the assholes that come in sometimes I guess. Kj announces local check points if any! Ask about shuttle service to and from bar to hotel! It exists!!! And wonderful!!!! Overall- I'd come here again. I do shows at a local theatre and I drive out to Neil's to sing and drink when I do. Always a fun time! read more

My co workers and I were working a sales event in the area and we decided we wanted a drink after, I'm a huge yelper so I looked it up and I liked the reviews so we checked it out. I loved the vibe in this place! It is defiantly a dive bar lol everyone in there is a regular but they are super welcoming of new people. Cool people and cheap drinks! 7 import drafts for 26 bucks and some change,Not bad at all. read more

Visiting from out of town and needed a burger and a cocktail. Someone recommended Neil's Lounge and we were not disappointed. Savanna and Ladaryle made sure we had everything we needed, Lala served up a delicious burger and Karel and Vu made sure our glasses were never empty. Gotta stop here! read more

Homemade chili!!! Was awesome!! Wings and tri tip on point. Everything cooked perfectly. Great customer service. Oh and the jalepeno poppers are the best! So glad to have good food while i watch the game. Thank you!!!! read more

Neil's Lounge - Sorry i was so hungry forgot to take a before. Lol - Bars Near Me - Indio, California

Fun place:). Marginal food, but it's cheap:). Fun dive bar. Karaoke was suppose to start at 8 pm. 8:30 it had not started, so we left

Always a solid time. Great bar in Indio. Good pool, stiff drinks and intriguing karaoke

Went in for karaoke on a Saturday night. The karaoke guy wasn't very interested in driving the party. Staff was a little uninterested. Seems like it could be a cool spot, but no energy at all. read more

This is my kind of bar, pool tables, dart board, good food, strong drinks, regulars and friendly staff. What else do you need in a dive bar? read more

Neil's Lounge - Need I say more - Bars Near Me - Indio, California

I came out of town to visit. Great bar,had a fun time. Workers were nice. The DJ told us he couldn't play Boyz n da hood by dynamite hack(Bunch of white dudes)! It was on the book. Disappointed, one of my buddies wanted to karaoke to that song. They don't like "ghetto" music. Jackie! Let us play Boyz in da hood. We promise we won't be ghetto. But regardless we had fun. Thanks. read more

Went here with the family for karaoke on my birthday. Had a great time! I'm not much of a drinker so can't give any remarks on drinks. This is a great local bar with sports tv, dance floor and karaoke. Staff is friendly and very clean and nice inside. Very fun atmosphere -- everyone enjoys themself! Haven't tried the food but will next time! read more

Me & my girlfriend don't like karaoke bars, but Neil's is awesome. Very comfortable, nobody taking themselves too seriously. Cheap drinks and best of all, INCREDIBLE food. Mike's kitchen seriously rocks, it blows the doors off much higher-priced restaurant fare. Really delicious BLTs, burgers, wings and potato salad - excellent ingredients imaginatively seasoned, and really good bread. The bartenders are cool, no-nonsense. If you're a regular, down-to-earth type, you'll fit right in and love it. Plus they have a free shuttle van that will pick you up and drop you off if you want to avoid any DUI concerns. Oh, and they have a smoking moosehead. Ask the bartender what the WYBMADIITY sign means. read more

Perfect place for nighttime fun, not much going on in La Quinta after dark. This place is a 10 minute drive and they offer a shuttle for pick up and drive which is great. It's a karaoke bar, so be prepared. It's good spot for big groups which is also fun. read more