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    O'Brians Tavern

    2.9 (35 reviews)
    InexpensiveCocktail Bars
    Open 6:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    After a girl fight at O'Brian's on my 27th b-day...we won. :)
    Kristin P.

    Well of course I've experienced better...who hasn't? But I still go to O'Brian's every now and again because it's the closest bar to one of my best friends/drinking buddies house. It's a hole...with some pool...a condom/sex toy machine in the restroom...some scuzzy "regulars" and a few trashy old men...all conveniently nestled next door to an AA meeting spot (WTF!!??!!. Most recently, this was the last stop for me and my friends on my birthday before the bars closed. Without going into great detail let me just say the night ended with us defending the poor bartender who was being yelled at by a sloppy, trashy possibly pregnant girl because the bartender cut her off...not to mention it was 2 a.m. So the trashy possibly prego bea-tch didn't appreciate me or my friends telling her to back off so...she smacked my best friend on the head...resulting in a girl fight that was extinguished fairly quickly after they kicked the drunk out. Great way to end my birthday...seriously we were dying laughing! (See muscle pic post-fight)

    Miss T bringing some Mardi Gras to Modesto on this Fat Tuesday.
    JW Z.

    Service great and after remodel the place is very nice. But the bartenders are the best. Manager Tina and Melissa. Try Melissa's Michelada on Mondays! They are so awesome!

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    We stopped in from out of town and had a great time! The atmosphere is fun and the bartender was amazing!

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    8 years ago

    Love this place especially since the remodel! Thanks Colleen and Alyssa for making it such a fun night!

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    15 years ago

    So very, very, fun. The bartenders are sweet and accomidating. A dive is what you make it to be. So far, have not had a bad experience.

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    EMS night shifter morning beer spot !! Good service/strong drinks!!

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    Lo-Fi Lounge & Dining

    5.0(3 reviews)
    3.4 mi

    We've visited Lo-Fi Diner four times now, and it's officially one of our favorite local spots…read more I'm vegan and my husband is a carnivore, and we've both been genuinely impressed with the menu and the flavors every single visit. This tapas-style restaurant offers a seasonal menu, which keeps things interesting and gives us a reason to keep coming back. So far we've tried the lentil-stuffed mushrooms, deviled eggs with spicy shrimp, poke rice cake, braised beef, mushroom risotto, assorted salads including the beet and Caesar, steak-cut fries, butternut squash, and the brownie with ice cream. Every dish has been thoughtfully prepared and absolutely delicious. There hasn't been a single miss. They also have a great drink selection with craft cocktails, mocktails, wine by the glass, beer, and even non-alcoholic beer, which we really appreciate. Service has been friendly and attentive on all four visits, and when we've gone on Wednesdays, there hasn't been a wait. If you're looking for a locally owned restaurant that accommodates different dietary preferences without compromising on flavor, Lo-Fi Diner is a must-try. We'll definitely be back.

    Saturday evening, made space for my partner and I…read more Good drink menu, drinks were well crafted. Entries (Salmon, Chicken Pot pie) delicious! Staff attentive given full house-overall very good experience, prices very reasonable.

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    3.4(111 reviews)
    3.5 mi
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    If you haven't experienced karaoke at Speakeasy, you're missing one of the most steadily growing…read moremusic rooms in town. Neil and Tristan have built something that feels intentional. It's not chaotic karaoke. It's not ego-driven. It's a room where singers are respected, the sound is dialed in, and the energy rises and falls naturally throughout the night. What I appreciate most is how they run the floor. Rotation stays fair. The mic levels are balanced. Adjustments are made when needed. They're paying attention -- and that matters when you care about your performance. I've watched the room swell to 60+ and ease down to a tight circle near closing, and both versions feel good. Big crowd? Electric. Smaller crowd? Intimate and locked in. That's leadership from the booth. And here's the exciting part: Starting Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 8PM, they're opening another karaoke night during the week. That tells you everything. They're not coasting. They're building. Opening a Tuesday gives local singers another space to sharpen their craft, support a venue that supports them, and bring life into a traditionally slower night. That's good for the performers and good for downtown. If you're someone who: * Likes clean sound * Appreciates organized rotations * Wants to sing without drama * Or just wants a solid midweek night out Put Tuesday at 8PM on your calendar. Order a pizza--pepperoni or cheese--they are delicious. Neil and Tristan are doing it the right way -- steady growth, real community, and a stage that feels earned. I'll be back.

    Stopped by for my Bachelorette, the bartenders were excellent and the vibes were great! 10/10…read morerecommend

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    Sidelines Whiskeyjacks - All Meat Pizza

    Sidelines Whiskeyjacks

    3.9(56 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    It takes a bit to get your food but definitely worth it. It's not an outrageous wait, the wait…read morestaff is very friendly and helpful. Ambiance is confusing because it looks like a bar, but it's a family restaurant. You just go sit on your own upon arrival and eventually get approached. 10/10 recommend

    Gabby a waitress in the bar area was extremely rude. From the start I said hello and thanked her…read morefor coming over to chat with me and asked her about what was going on. She said rnb brunch but not to ask about it because it's sold out. From the start she was rude...I sat at the bar and ordered a drink and she came up and asked me if I wanted to close my tab, I said as confused because I was still ordering another drink with the lady behind the bar, in which the lady behind the bar told gabby "no, she's still ordering another drink with me and wants to keep it open". Gabby looked at me and rolled her eyes and said loudly "whatever I guess" and scoffed. The lady behind the bar apologized for her. I got my drink and left the area. My group ordered 3 family meals and it came out wrong and we politely mentioned to gabby, we'll gabby immediately got defensive and said "so what, what do you want me to do about it". The owner came out and apologized and offered to fix it. Never were we upset or blamed anyone, we just asked for it to be fixed. Overall gabby was so rude and not welcoming. We wont be coming back.

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    Camp 4  - Deluxe cheese and charcuterie board.

    Camp 4

    4.6(787 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    Very nice from start to finish. Everything we tried was top notch, presentation was superb. Way…read morebetter than a 'wine bar,' with the food coming out top notch. Great service from Mateo our waiter.

    We picked CAMP 4 for a birthday celebration lunch after reading reviews and considering several…read moreother of Modesto's eateries. We were not disappointed. Looking at the exterior, we could only guess what was coming. Walking in just after opening gave us opportunity to marvel over the beautifully appointed interior without bothering yet to arrive lunch customers. After perusing the menu, which we had somewhat studied pre decision to dine here, our waiter Matteo filled in item by item our understanding of the many menu options. With his help and suggestions we four decided to share two "starters" - the whipped feta - half classic and half smoky. Both were delicious! We chose the 4 piece Bruschetta with a suggested cheese added. It too rang the delicious bell. We picked paninis for our main course: Flank steak, French dip and Prosciutto & Fig Jam. Each would be served with a side salad - either Spinach or Spring. We all chose Spinach. The sandwiches were full of the components as described. My wife's Prosciutto & Fig Jam had prosciutto from end to end countering a review to the contrary I had read. The other paninis were likewise filled. The Spinach side salads were loaded with walnuts and cranberries. The amount of feta was adequate. the total amount of salad was more than I expected. My wife ordered a dessert to go, and just reported to me that was superb. We had to forgo any wine with lunch as we had miles to drive home afterward. But I await the day we can spend the night in town and enjoy some selections of their impressive wine stock and not have to drive home. A Friday evening comes to mind. It must happen so we can try out more items of their well chosen fare. A couple of the pokes look scrumptious and a few more of the paninis await my gastric juices. We were pleasantly surprised by Damon bringing us a complimentary Chocolate Panini served with house made whipped zcream (who even serves that these days?) He said that we HAD to try his #1 selling item from the whole menu before we left. We tasted, and learned why it had reached that status. Good in appearance. Perfect in creation, Superb in taste. Kudos by the bucketful to Damon, Matteo, and the rest of the staff who helped this Birthday Bash be warm & fuzzy and highly enjoyed. If you haven't yet. I suggest you put Camp 4 on your high priority list and enjoy the experience as I'm sure you will. We sure did!

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    Camp 4  - A flight for the night?

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