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The Liars' Bench

3.6 (60 reviews)
InexpensiveDive Bars
Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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THE LIARS' BENCH ATMOSPHERE

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Loud
Divey
Juke Box
Good for groups

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Nova C.

Vanessa is the only bar tender in Hangtown that can serve a good Mai Tai! Ambiance is super casual. So show up in your pajamas if you want. Nobody cares. It's the best part about this place! Anything goes!

Whiskey and coke.
Brian G.

Awesome dive bar. Great staff and the locals were very welcoming. Happened to stay in town last night and it was just across the street. Drink prices were awesome. Bartender even made an awesome custom drink for me. Nick named "bull$hit". Hahaha.

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Heidi W.

Lori and her staff were very welcoming to us into what seemed like a "locals" dive bar. Nice place good drinks and inexpensive games they have darts and pool and plenty of bar space as well as tables to sit and talk.

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Bill M.

One week ago tonight, I was here. The quintessential "dive bar," right in the heart of Northern California Gold Country. Placerville - aka "Old Hangtown." It's hard to leave a review for a dive bar. I mean, what are you going to say? it was a "dive." It was smoky. It was crowded. The bathrooms were gross. The drinks were strong. Well, let me tell you, that's exactly what I'm going to say! Ha, ha! My brother and I walked in after an eventful Thanksgiving with my 91 year-old grandmother, my uncles, and other extended family. We were ready for a couple of drinks, that's for sure! We knew this place would be rough around the edges, and we were right - It was perfect! No smoking inside, of course - everyone smoked outside the front door. Naturally, all the smoke came inside anyway. The place was crowded - we traded off the one single barstool that was vacant, but this was not a big deal. Sitting would have just made me tired! The bartender was super attentive, and took our order right away - we got a couple of Jack and Cokes, and they were no joke - super strong, thank you very much! The only real "negative" was after we ordered a second round (why not) - that's when the karaoke started. I don't normally mind karaoke, but this was ridiculously loud - we couldn't even have a conversation without screaming at each other! To make matters worse, the people singing were phenomenally bad. I mean, they stank! We chugged our drinks, and were out of there! Too bad, as we were really enjoying our time! So, if you're in the area and want to experience a true dive bar, intoxicated locals and all, this is it! Oh, and by the way.....the bathrooms were super-gross. I was tempted to burn my shoes after leaving!

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Cecilia A.

What a surprising and disturbing experience from the owner and staff. We came into celebrate a birthday after a long hard days work and rather than a welcoming atmosphere I was immediately targeted by the owner. She demanded my ID, which I supplied, then determined it wasn't good enough for her. She then demanded a second form of identification. Claimed she didn't believe I was as old as I claimed lol. She was the rudest "service professional" I've come across in a long time. Typically this area is a great place and the people are friendly. However, I will NEVER recommend this specific dive discrimination bar to anyone in my life. I'm sad I had to give it 1 start because it deserves nothing. This woman ruined my friends birthday.

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The staff is great. Nice atmosphere. Friendly people. Drinks are a good price won't break your wallet

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It's a dive bar. You either like em or you don't. I feel right at home at The Liar's Bench.

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A great place to meet chicks if you prefer women who look like Randy Johnson with no teeth.

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Visited Poor Red's to try their happy hour special from 3 pm to 6 pm Wednesday' through Friday…read more Naturally, I had to try to Golden Cadillac and I'm glad I did. It was creamy, vibrant and chilly. Red's appears to specialize in blended ice cocktails. I also tried the Grasshopper which walks perfectly minty, creamy and sweet. For food I tried the flank steak sliders and the coleslaw. The coleslaw was notable with a touch of paprika on top that was different and a good contrast to the sweet drinks. The sliders could be better. They came out piping hot on a series of Hawaiian rolls. The steam from the meat dissolves the buns a bit so it was more of a knife and fork situation. The dried crispy onions were a nice touch. Excellent service from both bartenders and friendly conversation with the locals who frequent the bar. Overall, I'd highly recommend, especially fo the historical aspect. The building was constructed in the 1800s and originally served as a Wells Fargo weighing station before being converted to a bar.

Poor Reds has always been our "go to" place when with friends and family. We would readily…read morecomment that everything on the menu was good! Unfortunately, something has changed in the kitchen and noticebly different after our last 3 visits. Burgers appear to be frozen and possibly grilled over wood as advertised and DEFINATELY over- seasoned and salted. Still lack natural flavor, smoke and overcooked regardless of preferance . Also ribs are dry and reheated. I would not reccomend either entry! Something positive, service and golden cadilacs are good. Please get your kitchen in order and be great again

The Liars' Bench - divebars - Updated May 2026

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