A great time! I came here with a group of friends on a Friday night. I had a much different experience than those described in the other reviews. This bar was nothing near quiet and chill when we swung by. It was more of a frat basement vibe (which I actually found quiet endearing). This place is super tiny. When I came, all the chairs/furniture were pushed to the side to make room for a dance floor. The DJ played frat classics like 'Mo Bamba' and somehow created an energy where everyone was being perfectly carefree and dancing all over the place. Everyone was cramped up in the tiny dancefloor but still had enough room to move around and get to the bar. There was a pool table that was covered off to the side and some games lined up on the wall (to likely be used on a more casual and lowkey night). They had a bunch of security. They had guards at the entrance, by the DJ, and at the back door (that I think led to an outdoor patio). I'm not sure if this makes me feel reassured or concerned that they feel the need to have so much security. To me, the drinks were average. I ordered a Vodka Cranberry and felt that it was mostly just cranberry juice. The bartenders were friendly and quick. The prices weren't too bad either. I would definitely come back! read more

The Good Time Tavern - Bar - Dive Bars Near Me - Livermore, California

A unique dive bar-- calm & quiet. I am new to the area and stopped in with a friend and we were the only patrons who were NOT solo. Different scene than other dives- seemed to be a local watering hole for an after work spot on the way home. The TVs played a mixture of a subtitled movie and some obscure sports. As a woman, this was a cool dive bar to exist in without attention. All patrons sat in peace on their phones. Decor is a mixture of Packers // 49ers gear... guessing this is a fun place to visit for a game! read more

The Good Time Tavern - Dive Bars Near Me - Livermore, California

Low key mellow relaxing after a long day after 5pm , straight up drinks , simple dive bar simple life, nobody bugs you

Have a good time at the good times tavern! A fun place to hang out with your friends on a Friday night, the drinks are really cheap and they let you bring in your own food. They also have a few games and a pool table. They also have outdoor seating and the staff is very friendly. Make sure you use the jukebox! read more

If you wanting to play pool, then this isn't an ideal place for it even if it's a dive bar. It's just too congested to play but good place for drinks. Good on tap beer options and the bar tender was chilled out as well. read more

Highly recommend going on Sunday during football season the bar is open during the day , Craig is terrific and the chili he makes was fantastic. It's a low key place to watch football and hang out! read more

Fire bar and restaurant I wish I could afford to go every night. Fire pizza, heavy hands and not to loud.

This is actually a 3.5 star rating I'm extremely fair and thoughtful when I decide to review a place. Met my friend in Livermore for conversation and cocktails. I'm just looking for a dive bar since it's after 10pm. Get the address, drive there . Stop in front ( one way street) to check out the vibe. Checking the vibe for me is, listening to what music is being played, if any , and the loudness coming from the joint. It wasn't quiet . Sweet You can sit out front or there's a small outdoor space on the side of the bar. We are in there Let's go Two Bartenders are working. A few patrons are at the bar , drinking their drinks. Nobody is ordering. Let me slide up to the bar. I'm at the bar looking directly at both bartenders. They look at me. They Say nothing. I say noooo not one of these places. Damn Me: Hey darling , how are you ? Hope all is well in life. Hey listen. I would like to order a double Patron and a double Bulliet Rye. Him: We don't have that ( I felt a tude but he's a man so we would never want to think a man has an attitude ) right Ok no problemo. What do you have that's a rye? I then start to feel as if he knew I'm nit with the shit today. But I'm so here for it . In my mind, ( so what are we doing)? He then softens his face and tension in his throat. He then recalls that they gave a Basil Hayden rye. Awesome. I would love that My guy friend wasn't feeling the bartenders at all and I understood why. They were choosing to ignore us on purpose But for me , I'm a woman. And I don't tolerate a man's bs. No matter what race. He was taking it personal and feeling we were treated like that because we were black I could care less about it We chilled on the side "patio " area and sipped our cocktails. People complimented his shoes and my braids the entire time we were there I told him , all races love us ....our culture Some don't know how to express the love they have for us Anyway , I think I might go back tonight We shall see read more

The Good Time Tavern - Raiders baby - Dive Bars Near Me - Livermore, California

Best local bar in Livermore, hands down Friendly patrons, stellar staff, great prices and variety for drinks

We decided to stop by a bar for a few drinks. So many too choose around this area and we decided to check this spot out. It was a good call. We enjoy the lil dive bars. Liking the frames sports jerseys. They also have outside seating/patio. They had a pool table and it was entertaining to watch a group of guys being hustled by the couple that was there. The bartenders were friendly and attentive. Don't recall ever having to wait to order or receive our drinks. I would say the place lives up to its name. read more

This place has been my home, my happiness, my favorite place to go to for deep connection and lots of fun! I've made friends there, learned things about myself... this place has atmosphere. I am forever grateful to have found the perfect dive bar. Go. Elevate. Lovingly, Kyrin read more

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Weird atmosphere. Bartender couldn't figure out the music system. Beer was fine. Bartender mad at my sick friend for wearing a mask not to infect others. Bunch of drunk regulars hanging out in the middle of the day. Pool table by the wall so you can't shoot from one side. Big meh. read more

$9 grey goose dirty martini Live comics on a random Tuesday. Say less! Ill definitely be back next time I swing through town! read more

Let me start by saying Mariana is the best bartender! She made us feel soo welcome and made us feel like we been here even though we never have. The atmosphere is chill and laid back. Got a pool table and it's a nice vibe. Her energy is super positive and comforting. We will be back and we highly recommend anyone to stop by when you're in the area. Thanks Mariana, we really enjoy our time out here! read more

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Bartender was super nice and hooked it up with the drinks! He also gave us our first pool game for free, and the rest of the games we played were a dollar each. Two beers and three cocktails were $33, which is pretty unbeatable for the area. The jukebox lets you play whatever song you look up and it was surprisingly lively for a Saturday at 4pm! You'll definitely be taken care of here :) read more

Customer service was terrible. Girl bartender was YELLING at customers for not tipping saying they can leave & that they are wrong for not tipping. Unacceptable very unprofessional read more

The definition of a dive bar- pool tables, outside covered patio with seats, dark and dingy, almost hazy inside, drinks served in plastic cups. That is the good time tavern. The drinks were strong and there was plenty of people watching to do. read more

The Good Time Tavern is probably the smallest dive bar in Livermore. it's on a side street just around the corner from Range Life. not much of a sports bar having just a short pool table and a few flatscreens. wasn't that busy. opens usually latter at 5 except for fridays, weekends. small seating area around bar and back patio. brew: Altamont IPA (5) -nice and smooth, not hoppy. -just a few draft beers on tap. on draught: -small parking lot to side, little street parking -traditional bar with few artisan spirits available. -friendly staff and opinionated patrons. -cheap drinks compared with nearby bars, etc. read more

First time here from out of town and looking for a dive. Drinks are cheap and everyone was super friendly. Lisa is a bad ass bartender. Would recommend. read more

A great dive bar. Great service. Best priced drinks in town! Great vibe! All ages - no slutty sluts. Small pool table. Culturally diverse, juke box that plays with an ap (ami bar link) and about 6 TV s. read more

The Good Time Tavern - Double jack n coke , jager splash root beer! - Dive Bars Near Me - Livermore, California

Why 5 stars???? It's the opposite of people's imagination, thought , of what a five star bar or restaurant is. It deserves stars ! It's a bar of its own design and well comes any person , group or Crowd. It drives away a unique type of people who think it's trashy place. The drinks are a reasonable price. You can buy 2 drinks here for the price of what's really considered a high class bar Those bars can keep over charging people and have the mentality of being in San Francisco. It's a place that's doesn't change much The good times atmosphere and vibe is unique to its own design. An establishment that serves that good feeling liquid. It's a place with many flavors A "Good"place that welcome anyone thats new, mid, and old patrons. No joke! Thats on Tuesdays by the way ! If you want a a pizza, lf you just want a a drink that's offered in a. Can, plastic , cup or glass and listen to chill music! "Then come on Wednesdays folks!!!" Any day is a good day and especially a place to find a drink after one AM for those late nighter folks. If anyone say more bad or talk shit about this bar. Beat this word count then you're just a HATER!!! " The Pool table being there adds a challenge. If you can't handle a non regulation side table and shoot with a short stick. Then go play shuffle board at the end of the road bar" It's always good time @THEGOODTIMES read more

Great dive. Went in there for a quick game of pool and the bartender played some games with me while refilling my cokes without me even noticing. Super friendly and really made me wanna come back. Highly recommend. read more

Wow. This place is a dive. Apparently drinks are pretty cheap though. It's a small hole in the wall, and they have a patio for smokers (although, I really didn't like that there was no door between the inside and outside patio, so all the smoke came in). It was a fun place, and I would probably go back with my friends if everything else in town was closed. The place was small, but everyone who bumped into me apologized. The people were friendly. I really appreciated that they had a separate women's bathroom. read more

The Good Time Tavern - Car over the pool table! - Dive Bars Near Me - Livermore, California

The bartenders need to learn some manners. Don't really recommend unless you want a small town suffocating experience.

Great place to hang with friends and play pool. Now open at noon on Sundays. Sunday/Monday -Free pool/jukebox $2 Tuesdays (all beers) Open mic on wed Nice open patio in the back. And all new food truck out front! Thu-sat 8pm-3am Great chill bartenders. read more

Goodtimes is a Livermore staple and 100% worth checking out if you haven't yet. This place has affordable drinks and hospitable staff. They also serve an impressively thoughtful whiskey selection (ranging from affordable to appropriately-pricy of course), good beers, tasty lil pizzas, and a cozy environment to indulge and enjoy! I recommend coming out for their open mic nights if you're into that sort of thing (Tuesdays for comedy and Wednesdays for music). read more

Off the beaten path but that's perfect. Great staff, chill owners. Outside seating and even munchies like pizza served hot. Come for the local atmosphere and stay if you like to risk making friends. read more

Marina is the best bartender there is. So attentive and kind. Always making sure I am good and the way she takes care of the bar and you at the same time. The vibe she gives and how helpful she is, is so amazing.recommend and will be coming back read more

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What time is it?! Good Times!! Very fun bar. Their name says it all. If you want a good time and some beer, and you happen to be in Livermore, check this place out! read more

I absolutely love this bar. The service is awesome. All of the bartenders are amazing, the vibe is great. 100% recommend. Mariana an Jacky killed it last night. Keeping everyone happy no matter how busy they got, keeping happy smiles an great conversations with each customer they served. read more

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I go almost every Tuesday night to be meet up with old friends. I get so excited to go through the doors and see Mariana. She has to be one of the most entertaining if not the best bartender in Livermore. She goes out of her way to make her customers feel special and at home. I've read negative reviews like she is desperate for tips, that is not the case and I don't know her personally, only professionally, and she has never approached me or commented on my tip amount as she truly enjoys her job and her customers can feel that as well. I would highly recommend stopping by if she is working, you will truly enjoy yourself. Thanks for the great service and good times! I'll be back of course! :o) read more

I've only been coming here the last few months, but I love the atmosphere! The bar tenders are all super nice and make bomb ass drinks! Mar has always taken care of me and my friends, and always makes time for conversation. She makes everyone feel welcome and want to come back. She always serves people in order, never plays favorites. She has never expected tips from me or my friends, but we have always given at least something as a thank you for good service, busy or not. read more

A 5 star neighborhood bar. A notch above a dive I guess. Everytime we come here, there's always sports on the TV, some good tunes on the jukebox and some amazing drink specials. My wife and I drank all we could and barely cracked $30 including a generous tip. It's the kind of place where strangers play pool with each other. Added bonus: They have an outdoor smoking area that's close by and you can still see the game on the big plasma while you smoke. They open at 5:30 pm so don't leave work early to get here. read more

Honestly, I'm not sure quite what to make of this place. On one hand, it's a great little dive bar with cheap, strong drinks. On the other hand, it is a little small. Here's how I came to the 2 star conclusion. It started out as a 5 star bar. A 3 dollar whiskey and coke that was stronger than I've had at every bar I'm not a regular at. It drops to 4 stars because of the size and the amount of people there (it takes forever to get from the outdoor area inside). And lastly, I had to drop off 2 stars for them losing my debit card (I gave it to keep a tab open, and 2 hours later it was charged, signed for, and given to someone else). I might come back, but I will never use a card here again. read more

TL;DR: Everything a Dive Bar Should be. Small but cozy joint. We came in here after being driven out of the Beer Baron by oppressively loud music way too early in the evening. Randomly selected via Yelp, but please with our choice. Myself and two others found seats at the bar, and were greeted by bartender Sto/Justin, who we found was the owner as well. He was very pleasant and entertaining, and enjoyed chatting with him. The other patrons in the bar were equally friendly and chatty and made the whole place seem so much more welcoming. As the afternoon carried into the evening, the place began to fill up, which is always a good sign. Still received prompt service at the bar however, whenever we went up for a drink. Our first round was only 6 bucks for 2 beers, and our final tab ended up being 25 dollars, which was about what we had paid at the Beer Baron for 2 drinks. Nice little outside patio if you want some fresh air, and a decent pool table inside for distractions. Juke Box had a good list of tunes, and was kept playing steadily while we were there. Best of all, Clean Bathrooms! Its ridiculous that so many bars have such disgusting bathrooms. I don't know whether this is a function of the patrons or the establishment, but in either case, this place had no issues with that, which speaks well to both. Next time I'm in downtown Livermore, i'll be back by here. read more

There have been some nice improvements with Good Time Tavern. They recently re-upholstered their seating, got a new pool table, two new arcade games (Mortal Kombat and Area 51), there's more music in the jukebox, and drinks are still cheap as ever. Also, they have always had a VERY strict no-fighting policy so it's also a pretty safe bar. Some reviewers have been concerned about any cliques that may be here and if you come here alone, you'll drink alone. Not true. When I first started coming here a couple years ago, I came alone and didn't know a soul. It was kind of like being the new kid at school. Don't let it deter you, though. This is a very friendly bar if you give it a chance. This is where I met my boyfriend. Play a game of pool with someone once in a while, or if you see that it's someone's birthday, offer to buy them a drink! Making friends here is easy as long as you're not a close-minded, judgey, monkey dick about it. read more

Homiest bar in town. Friendly people. Fun attitudes and spunky cool bartenders. They're pretty hot too guys the tips worth the gab for sure could get lucky if your a big spender I'm guessing classy sassy bunch of folks in there! read more

This not the place you go to have a drink with your friends out of fun but to drink because you are an alcoholic. Since it is under the category "Dive Bar" I can't give it that bad of a review because that's what it is .We know it, They know it and that's what ya get. read more

Awesome dive. The owners and staff are cool and the drinks are reasonably priced. The pool table is cramped, but still playable and the outside deck is perfect for getting some air. read more

This is where locals in Livermore hangout. Very friendly staff and good prices. For those who want to stay safer, there is outside seating in the front as well in the patio in the back. There is even a selection of very tasty pizzas at good prices. read more