Let me tell you why I keep coming back here…read more It's not just the beer, although Bootleggers has plenty of that. It's the patio. There's something about the outdoor space here that makes Bootleggers feel like a little beer oasis tucked just far enough away from the hustle of downtown Fullerton. There are plenty of covered tables, lots of shade, and a large, permanently covered section with a giant TV showing sports and other important television events. When they have live music, it's usually the kind that actually improves the atmosphere rather than taking it over, you know, good musicians, good music, but still chill enough that you can have a conversation. And, of course, there's the beer. They have a really solid and diverse selection, with several IPAs, stouts, seltzers, and other options usually available, plus a selection of beers from other local breweries. It's hard to imagine coming here and not finding something you like. If you can't you're just an openly hostile person. Consider meditation. There's a food truck parked along the side that has basically become part of the Bootleggers landscape. And while outside food is no longer allowed, that's not really a hardship because the food is actually pretty damn good. The sandwiches, salads, and other offerings are all solid, but the fried pickles are the real reason I keep coming back. They're cut lengthwise, breaded just right, and fried until they're perfectly crunchy. Basically big, tart, crunchy submarines of fair food fun. I have a difficult time going to Bootleggers without ordering them. Every. Single. It's close enough to downtown Fullerton to walk to, but just far enough off the beaten path that the patio feels removed from the usual bar scene chaos. The street is nearby, but you barely notice it. It's just a nice place to sit outside, drink a good beer, listen to some music, watch a game, and hang out for a while. Sometimes you don't need another crowded bar with loud music and a $16 cocktail. Sometimes you just want a good beer, some shade, and a plate of ridiculously good fried pickles. Bootleggers does that really well.

Thank you Bootleggers! We hosted a couple's bridal shower…read morefor our son and his fiance a few weeks ago, and it was absolutely perfect! The on site staff and chef were fantastic, the food was incredible, and of course the drinks were delicious. It honestly was the perfect place to "shower" the happy couple with family and friends!

Really cute, dark interior with lots of different drinks and friendly bartender. Finger foods are…read moreair-fried bar food, but delicious!

My favorite bar ever!!! The bartenders are literally the sweetest and also have a welcoming smile…read moreevery time we come! I can definitely say I'm a regular! Love this place!!!

This place is cool! Friendly staff and good ass food. Like I ate the smash burger and I was like…read more"this burger is so oh man gah." Drinks are great too. Nice chill spot here in Fullerton

Consistently good beers available. New selection every week. Chris the owner is a nice guy and…read moredon't forget about Sean. It is in a fast food restaurant but they also have a patio. Clean.

Super chill vibe and food is amazing but the chocolate milk was out of this world…read more Make sure Nicole makes it! Just the right amount of sweet! And she was super helpful, definitely coming back.

This place was just okay. I ordered the lunch special, and while the portion was decent, the food…read morewas pretty bland. The drinks were also underwhelming and nothing to write home about. The highlight was definitely the atmosphere. They had multiple TVs throughout the restaurant, which made watching the World Cup easy and fun. The servers were also friendly, attentive, and professional, so I have no complaints about the service. Unfortunately, the food and drinks just didn't do it for me. There are better spots in the area, so I probably wouldn't come back.

The inside area is nice & has AC! We asked them to turn on the Chargers game and they did (no sound…read moreon the game tho) Burger was delicious - although it doesn't come with fries. Walnut old fashion - def would recommend if you like old fashions Parmesan truffle fries - personally not a big fan of thicker fries so I'd skip next time Brussel sprouts - delicious! they mix it with like a fish sauce dressing - would get again!

Being our 2nd time we knew to come in thru the back side. There were so many open tables but they…read moresaid to give them 10 minutes. 15 minutes we got our seats at one of the tables that was open when we originally arrived. Yea you can bring your dogs to the outside patio area. But its funny how the majority of people think their dogs are more well behaved then they really are. If i come back I'll try to sit inside. The menus were sticky and crumbly from being too wet. Not very great to touch. They have a late night happy hour, which starts after 8pm. Yes they have a lot of things that are on their regular menu that appears in their HH menu. The HH alternatives were not good, and yea they are a couple bucks cheaper, but Ill stick to their regular menu offerings next time. For example their flat bread was basically on toasted sourdough bread. Their ahi tuna had more fluff in it then tuna. It just wasent worth. Customer service was not good. I think our waitress was annoyed that we waited to order more food, until it was happy hour. Yea all 4 of us only ordered 1 entrees, but we did order a bunch of apps and 1 drink each. But took forever to pay our bill. I almost jist went up to the front. The wait was ridiculous. Easy 20 min wait. And the crazy thing was she just kept going to the other tables around us and basically ignored us. Were trying to get out of your (very short) hair girl. Take my money and let us go. Like c'mon, not cool. Yes the food is ok. Better last time without ordering from their HH menu. Drinks are good. So many other restaurants to try around. Dont know if Ill be back.

I've been here a couple times and I have enjoyed my food, drinks and service each time…read more I always get their wine flights - it's great when you want to sample a few wines 5/5 Foods -baked brie (5/5) never disappoints!

Came in Saturday evening. No wait time, was greeted warmly immediately and given a walkthrough of…read morethe wine selection. I ordered the baked Brie ($17) while the rest of my party ordered wine & skewers. Food, ambiance, and service was great for the most part. I do want to mention that they do not allow outside water of any sort inside. I was told to put away my hydroflask because it's a, "violation of liquor license". That gives the assumption that ABC prohibits guests from bringing a water bottle, which is false. It would be more appropriate to just say they "don't allow outside water" as a general house rule.

Sure you can drink at home, drink on a plane or drink while you drive but sometimes you just want a…read morechange of scenery. However, you don't always want to feel like you're trying too hard to change your scenery, bumping you too far out of your comfort zone. The answer my friends, is the good old classic American dive bar. Now, many places like to call themselves a dive bar just because they never clean a single inch of their establishment and have seedy patrons that love to play the more than occasional 80's songs on the jukebox but don't be mistaken, a good dive bar is hard to find. Well, I happen to have found one and it's in Fullerton of all places. That's right, Fullerton, not Los Angeles, nor Hollywood nor some pop-culturally over-hyped city. What makes The Blue Door a good dive bar? First, there's earned consistency & routine. The drinks won't always be made well, or the bartender won't always be attentive but if you come a few times, you'll soon know at what time and day the drinks are made properly by knowing the schedules of the bartenders. Secondly, the drinks are stiff, the service is friendly and nobody bothers you unless you bother them. The atmosphere goes from lively and loud to quiet and solitary, again depending upon when you visit. Lastly, they're open from 6:00AM-2:00AM. They're not just there when the hipsters are around, they're there for you whenever you make the bad decision of using alcohol as an anesthetic. Stay searching for the last remains of Americana my friends....

Dive ambiance 5/5 Ambiance 4/5…read moreRestrooms 2/5 Pool? Yes Beers? Yes Jell-O shots? Yes Darts? Yes Arcade? Yes. Smoking area outside? Yes Never knew about this place till someone brought me here! Total 100% dive Plenty of interesting decors all around to look at.

Went for dessert...it was fabulous! Consisting of the blueberry peach cobbler! Wish I could have…read morepurchased an entire cobbler!

Came here during the food and wine festival. This is a great place to sit and eat and drink. You…read moreare in the heart of California Adventure, so you could bring your trays to this area a relax. It is nice and covered in certain spots if you need a few minutes to unwind and relax. A lot of really tempting things to buy to drink. Plus it is close to some kiddie rides in case the kids get board and want to wander off close by. During the festival they had more substantial food in this area. Instead of the small tastes they had full meal size portions. We tried the impossible burger gyro. It was absolutely amazing! Honestly, you could not tell it was vegetarian. It tasted exactly like gyro meat. Plus the pita was soft and fluffy and the toppings were spot on, so good! I am not sure if it was vegan or if there was real yogurt on this meal, but it was honestly one of the best gyros I have ever had outside of Tarpon Springs! So good in fact that I had to try to recreate it back at home for dinner.

Need somewhere reliable to go that's open late night and has consistently delicious food? Look no…read morefurther. What we ordered: Jellyfish salad ($24)- I've never had jellyfish before and it was such a pleasant experience. I loved the freshness of the warm veggies and the spiciness of the hot mustard dressing. The pieces of jellyfish and beef were warmly welcomed into my belly! I really liked the potato starch noodles in the middle too! Don't mistake them for the jellyfish pieces like I did. All of the different textures really brought this dish home. I'm still daydreaming about it days later. Spicy chicken & cheese ($18)- this came out on a sizzling plate-- the oohs and ahhs were audible. The chicken was so juicy and tender and the sauce was salty and sweet. Loved the heaping pile of melted cheese on top. This dish pairs perfectly with the tangy Cucumber Salad, so you need to order that too! Service here was great-- servers are attentive and friendly. Would come back again :)

We would definitely recommend this place! The shrimp dish was delicious crispy, flavorful, and…read moreprobably my favorite of the night. The chicken was also really good, and the spring rolls were a great addition. The drinks were definitely an experience! Super cute presentation and something fun and different to try! One thing we did notice was that the food seemed to have quite a bit of MSG or seasoning we felt very full and sleepy afterward so just something to keep in mind if you're sensitive to it. Aside from that, everything tasted great, the presentation was fun, and we'd definitely come back!

I mean.. just a few more spots before they take over the entire lot…read more We went here with my cousins on a self guided brewery tour. This was our first stop and it did not disappoint! We arrived at opening and were their first few customers for the day. My cousins have been here before and love their extensive selection of stouts. I went with a flight to get a feel of their menu - stand outs for me were the viejo and son of nectron. There was ample seating inside and out. They offer a different food option each day. There was a pizza truck when we went, but by the time they set up it was time for us to head to our next stop.

I hate when people ride on others' coattails...but in this case, I am THAT person. You see, my…read morefiancé has a 'Reserve' membership to Bruery and there are tons of perks to it...one of them being a bottleshare in their barrel room. If you've never done a bottleshare (like me!), it's a fun concept: A big, deep table full of ice full and everyone brings something to share. Simply put your bottle(s) in the table and make friends! Their Barrel Room is very spacious- they hold all sorts of events here. From what I gather, their bottle share events are once a quarter. So fun!