The bar started off okay. There was no one there around 530PM . Bartender recommended an awesome…read morewatermelon drink but then once the crowds started coming the DJ started playing his music which I lucked out on my credits for the touch tunes machine . Also the security guards were a bunch of jerks - that place was trippin of me and my family were going to pay $350 a table. I couldn't believe it. Won't be returning.

Rusty Nail.... no longer country music. Disappointed!!!!…read moreMen aren't welcome if they're wearing shorts, but girls can with their asses hanging out! We were with a military veteran that was wearing bermuda shorts and they were beyond disrespectful to him!!! Their rules SUCK!!! Won't be back!!!

Great little hole in the wall! Pretty big inside with pool tables. Great service and quick to get…read moreme my beverage. Didn't get to try their pizza but I saw them bringing a good looking pepperoni and jalapeno pizza out for a group of people!

I love coming here! They have good bar food really good drinks, pool tables, juke box, darts,…read more pinball machine and even SLOTS! They have pool tournaments and they have dj on weekends at night. Really fun atmosphere. The service was also great! Ashley is amazing!

I like the update, fun vibe, good drink specials, great place to shake up the middle of the week or…read morea a fun weekend out

Was there and it was infested by cockroaches! The venue itself and atmosphere was polluted…read more If you like the smell and ambiance of trash. This is the place for you. The aroma alone will drive you away...literally.

Great cocktails and even better service. The drinks were made perfectly and the staff was friendly,…read moreattentive, and professional. Easily one of the best spots in Modesto.

Visited after a show at Gallo. On this day they seemed to have an event going on so we were at…read moretheir bar on the side. There was a couple small setting areas in bar and consequently it was VERY busy. With that in mind, I think the bar staff was doing its best having to serve the party going on and also everyone at the bar. While it was a long wait, the drinks were well made and they have a variety of options. The vibe was really enjoyable and is definitely one of the good bars in Modesto which definitely needs more. Wish this place the best and hope we see more like it!

Stopped in on a Sunday afternoon. We really enjoyed this place! It was about a 20 min wait to be…read moreseated but well worth the wait! The restaurant is very well decorated with a fun floral vibe. We felt like there was a lot to explore visually well waiting for our drinks and food. Service was great and felt that the staff was very attentive! We decided to try an appetizer, main dish and a couple cocktails. The Brie appetizer was a great portion and very delicious! I tried the spicy chicken sandwich and it did not disappoint! I had the spring season mimosa flight which was delicious and well crafted. Definitely a spot we will be returning to!

The food was quite good. The new format is breakfast and lunch only, order at the counter, then pay…read moreat the kiosk, then servers bring your food and/or beverages. The service was friendly. Tip jar at the order counter, so bring cash if you like to tip after your meal. There was a good selection of brunch foods. They serve mimosa flights as well. Our party did not order mimosas, however the party next to us did. Looked interesting.

Lousy drinks for a retirement toast a few weeks ago. Definitely not returning anytime soonread more

this place is so trashy! the bartenders are always drinking on the job or doing coke in the…read morebathroom. everyone is always too drunk and there are constant fights

So fun and everyone here is always such a good vibe bartenders are the best in town and I've had…read morelong time friends who absolutely loved working here and every night here has been a good one!

Use to love going to Crocodiles. Checked the website to see the cover charge rate, different rates…read morefor different times were listed. Arrived whe it should have been a $5 cover only to be told it was $20 because it was a special event. The special event I guess was the birthday parade? I'm not sure but an additional $15 for that seemed outrageous. We had reserved tables, our server was rarely there to get drinks, I cleared our tables sever times. When we needed drinks, we just went to the ar only to be told that we had to order from our server. Problem was the server was not checking on us. The music has changed quite a bit with a few sings that were played several times. I know things change especially with new ownership, I highly doubt I'd ever go back. Definitely not worth the $20 cover charge and the very overpriced drinks, and not great service.

It's a cool place, I guess. My friends (hella Mexicanas) LOVE to come here on a weekly basis. I'm…read moregay so it only feels a little cool. But regardless, the staff is cool, the vibe is aight (I'm not coming here to pick anybody up), and the music is phenomenal! We love live musicians! Regardless, there's a taco stand in the patio (loved their food) and a taco truck in the parking lot. Would give this place a 5, except I almost got jumped for looking at a guy wrong in the bathroom. Lol Will probably be back next week to settle the score, but am kinda turned off that this is the crowd that comes to el botanero

Legit I thought this was a place to have a few beers, listen to live music and have some delish…read moreappetizers. But nope! This is a flat out Mexican night club. The dance floor is tiny and it can get pretty packed but overall it's a great place to come out and break a sweat. They have an outdoor seating area in case you need some fresh air. I've also seen people smoking in the patio so if you need a nicotine fix, the patio area is key. They even have a taco stand so if you get hungry after dancing and sweating, you can enjoy some street tacos. I have not tried them so I can't comment on how good they are. Parking can get complicated if you get there too late. Recommend this place if you like Mexican music and don't mind getting stepped on every now and then. Lol

Karaoke Downtown was…read morealive tonight with Porchfest going on all around the area, and the energy carried right into Speakeasy Lounge. You could feel the city breathing a little differently -- music outside, people moving through downtown, and the Speakeasy settling into that perfect slow-build karaoke rhythm. I showed up early before karaoke started and honestly that may be one of the best ways to experience this place. The lighting, the atmosphere, the quiet conversations before the room fills in -- it has a cool cinematic feel to it. By the time the singers started rolling in, the whole room had naturally warmed up instead of feeling rushed or chaotic. Neil does a great job hosting karaoke here. The rotations move well, the sound is solid, and the environment feels welcoming whether you're a regular or someone just wandering in after hearing music downtown. One thing I appreciate is that people actually listen to each other sing here. There's room for fun, but also room for sincerity. Tonight especially felt like one of those Modesto nights where music was echoing all over downtown and somehow it all connected together naturally. Good drinks, good people, good atmosphere, and a great place to spend a downtown evening.

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