What a wonderful experience thanks to the bartender Molik(Moe) who was such a great person and a wonderful person! She made me and my girlfriend the best Scooby Snacks shots we ever had! I asked Moe if there's karaoke in this location, she let me know on Tuesday there's karaoke at 8:30 till 11:30. When we came back the next Tuesday we were pleasantly surprised to see our favorite bartender Moe was behind the bar. My girlfriend and I both agree this is our new favorite place Thanks again Moe Sincerely appreciate your time Jessie and Jade read more

Came in for a shot and the bar tenders didn't even attempt to help us, it was mid day so the bar wasn't busy at all. Plenty of places to get a drink downtown so we left for a drink elsewhere. read more

A nice quick spot to watch a movie and drink a beer !!! Bartender was cool , place was quiet , movie playing , people came in and put music on the juke box !! Nice kick back spot read more

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Came to this bar over the weekend with friends. Had very little drinks. (2 mixed whisky sours/ 3 shots) That was all I drank and the mixed drinks were watered down. Way to over crowded. This is how I ended up dropping the first drink I had. Upon trying to leave a strange man tried to grab me... & not say a word to me prior Some how by closing I ended up black out drunk of of those drinks.... I fully believe they let men roofie people in here. The vibes were weird and chaotic. I will never be back. If you still go I suggest you stay for 10 minutes max and leave or your night might end horribly... read more

went last night and got 1 beer. i paid with a 20 dollar bill. the bartenders did not give me change and when asked what's going on their "answer" was "i don't know what you're talking about" do not go to this place. they are theifs and do not give you your change back. terrible place, rude bartenders! do not spend your money here!! stay away from karina the bartender she will not give you your change back. watch out for this thief!!!! do not come here!!!!!! read more

If you want a more "classic bar scene" this the place to go in west Ventura. Although there are very few just bars. Star lounge is always a fun place for live music and to people watch on a weekday or weekend in Ventura. Prices are fair for drinks. read more

Service is garbage , I wouldn't recommend anyone to go here for a drink or to even spend time there . Worst customer service , bartenders waiter are blatantly rude and racist. I feel bad for whoever their parents are didn't raise to be respectful or caring enough about other people. Or in general the business , now they lost a customer that spent thousands of dollars there If I could without confirming with a star rating I would GIVE THIS PLACE 0 STARS read more

Just has a very strange and weird crowd. I've seen 6 different fights break out here all on different occasions. So go here at your own risk and remember to look out for flying fists read more

I went to star last night with my boyfriend to get a drink and the bartender with blonde hair was a too wild! She was flashing her titts! I did not expect that especially at star read more

What a great Juke box bar!! If you like a great dive bar with character it's a must. I loved all the guitars signed by great artists on the wall. The bartender Malia was a blast read more

Love this little spot!!! KARAOKE on Tuesdays is a total hoot and I had the worst vodka cran of my life here but that's the beauty of Star lounge... it keeps ya coming back ..!! read more

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We went in today on a Friday (10/11/24) during the day. The bartender was nice and friendly. Highly recommend during the day! PS - Star Lounge - Please add red wine to the drink options! read more

Star Lounge is a fun bar for young and older crowds! The bartenders are nice and hard workers. They serve drinks quickly and are efficient with their time. Security is well established. The one thing that can be improved is the restrooms. It doesn't smell good, especially at the end of the night. read more

As we are entering into Star lounge, they try charging us with a fee but let girls into the bar, there cash machine was broken so there was no way to pay for the 10$ fee and told us to get out. We said it was unfair and treated us with only disrespect and I would say racist just because we were white and let others in for free that were other ethnicities. Wouldn't not advise other people that are trying to have a goodnight come to this bar. Security was racist and I don't feel good about the situation and was not comfortable read more

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Came with a friend this past Sunday for a Bloody Mary. Only two of us in the bar and the young female bartender. We were greeted and ordered our two drinks. She seemed to be hungover having a hard time functioning. Setting the limes and olives in the glasses seemed to be challenging. We both finished our drinks quietly and declined another round. After the $24 bill we both questioned each other if there was even a drop of alcohol in them let alone the quality vodka we paid extra for. Really sad. This place used to be a good reliable dive bar now the staff is really all over the place and not to be trusted. read more

Good Micheladas. Jose makes the best drinks and gives really good customer service. My michelada was delicious! read more

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Erica took care of me and made feel loved and welcomed! Definitely recommend. It was my first time going.

They've got the biggest framed mirror I've ever seen. Bartender didn't seem to know much about it. Typical "trying to be dive bar but isn't" vibe. Meh. read more

Loved and will be back. Staff was friendly and fun, from the bar tender to the bouncer, everyone seemed happy to be there. The music was great, crowd was chill and an overall good vibe. Thank you and see you soon! read more

They've recently installed a metal detector before u enter...but it's only for people they can't "vouch for" per the security in front! When I called them out I was told I could "go somewhere else if I didn't like it". Here's my issue..it's for ALL OUR SAFETY YA?? But when something happens...and all those people (I saw at least 6-8 male & female let in) we should all be ok with this??? Wtf is the point! Enforce it or quit faking the funk!! Y'all look dumn ass fuk read more

SAM with the beard does not know how to handle customers, he throws ppl out for no reasons. The bartenders throw peoples cards on the floor for no reason. They will kick you out and will never admit they are wrong. read more

Love this place super cool spot that beautiful blonde hair bartender is the coolest she opens the beer with her teeth like a champ!! Love that southern bell women read more

I use D to be there every week end to shoot pool, then they took the pool tables out read more

Never returning here and would never recommend it. Came to celebrate my 30th birthday...a security guard was absolutely disrespectful and unprofessional. Taking my chair and touching my purse because he wanted to sit and be lazy and not do his job. You should seriously reconsider who's "securing" your bar. read more

Been going here for the past 3 years. As bartenders have changed, the place still keeps the same energy. Thankful for the staff who make me Feel safe downtown. Malyse has been such an amazing face to get to meet. Always greeted with a smile and amazing memory of my drink. 7 months pregnant and cannot drink, but because of her I make sure to tell my friends to stop by when she's working! Love this place! read more

We were here Sunday, amid covid19. I really love the set up of their outdoor patio setting, unlike the patio in LA bars, this one is cozier, nicer, prettier, and cleaner and totally away fro. The sidewalk. The security 'Steve " is exceptionally awesome, friendly, and made our stay worthwhile, with our great conversation. Thanks Steve! The beer were really chilled and so refreshing, bathroom was super clean. This used to be a really cool, hot spot, the inside of this establishment rocks!! Its still is to my opinion, again...I love the set up of their outdoor patio! Thank you for opening, for your effortless, serving the community! Making us all feel normal and happy again! We will continue to support our bars everywhere! Bars to me are essential! Its life! God bless! See you soon! read more

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Dive bar by day, Dive bar with live music by night The first night of our long weekend, among other places we hit the Star Lounge. While cracking back pitchers of beer, a G & T, and a 24oz can of PBR, we hung and watched The Fugitive on TBS with no sound on a maybe a 24 inch old tube TV. A band was setting up and eventually started playing some kind of roots rock, but don't quote me on that. Couple of pool tables there, one with a guy getting smoked by a cougar The second night there was an 80's cover band playing things like Love Shack Good times. Gotta like a bar where almost all of the seating is along the bar read more

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Malyse is my favorite bartender here and tonight I asked her to surprise me with a drink, it's now my go to here. its always a fun vibe here with a more youthful crowd but Ive have had great conversations with all walks of life here. read more

Bartender didn't know anything about the mirror but the drinks she made were really good!

The blonde opened my michelob ultra with her teeth and I would actually marry her, 10/10 will be back.

Once a great dive bar with class to a OK place with A crappy juke box that cuts out due to blown out speakers. Haven't been here in About 2 years and new bar tenders more interested in hooking up then bar tending. So just beware and have fun.. read more

I've been here twice in the last two years. Terrible service both times. The first time I brought the poor service to the managers attention who didn't give two shits. I will never go back. Also, been reading on Nextdoor that people are getting drugged there pretty consistently. This place needs to go away. read more

Haven't been here for six years,so the remodel was welcome.Thought the place was a dive back then and a hard core local crowd.Onto 2020....big suggestion to the owners...you have two pool tables which suggests you encourage pool players.One stick? And $1.25 a game? I'm used to .50c in Tacoma,WA.Apart from that ,I like the environment...still have some colourful characters and the service is okay.Have not tried the toilets yet...always a pet peeve of mine if they are literally a shit hole.No excuse for that. read more

Our first time coming to this place to hear live band. We came back the next day with friends and had an awesome time. We will definitely come back. read more

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The bouncer called my friend a f*gg*t and started a fight because someone knocked over a chair. The most unprofessional and worst bar I have ever been to. I have never seen more power-tripped bouncers that escalate issues rather than being reasonable. Not only were they homophobic, they picked on someone who was literally half their size. read more

Love coming to the Star Bar! Always a great time, fun music, good drinks, and the bartenders are awesome! Specifically Gabi, whether she is behind the bar or DJing, atmosphere is fantastic in here. read more

The atmosphere is fun. Just watch out for Tanner the bartender, he likes to tip himself, from your change.

So, the Star Lounge had a remodel. Now, there's 3 individual unisex bathrooms. I'd rather wait 20 mins for a women's only bathroom. I'm sure women know what I mean. Not to mention having to get thru the crowd to get to the bathrooms. Although the bar looks updated with nice lights, etc, I felt bad for employees having to run back and forth to the back fridge to keep things stocked. Same as before. I'm hoping they haven't finished with providing storage behind the bar. And the layout, no improvement there. Very few places to sit, and you have to be aware of the pool players, because you're always in their way. read more

This bar is quite. Lacking vibe. But there is the loveliest bartender named Victoria. She is personable and has wonderful customer services skills. If you go to this bar ask for her. read more

Bartenders are friendly! I love the atmosphere of the place. Star Lounge has that small town feeling I love. Coming from a musical family, I love that they have live music. Also the guitars hanging on the wall are pretty cool. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

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