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The Patriot Bar

4.0 (58 reviews)
Open 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Omelet with bacon. Bagel with cream cheese, onion, turkey, and arugula. Chocolate espresso martinis
Rian H.

Brunch at The Patriot did not disappoint! Bobbie made the absolute best espresso martinis . I got to try four different flavors and they were all amazing, but the chocolate one stole my heart. On top of that, my bagel sandwich was fresh, flavorful, and so satisfying. Service was super fast! Between the food, drinks, music, and great vibes, this spot is a must for brunch! 10/10

Grilled steak salad with a super fresh salad mix and ripe tomatoes.
Lara F.

Where has this place been hiding for all my visits to Ridgecrest! Hubby (who grew up in RC) said that the town has long been needing this kind of place. It was a bowling alley once upon a time but it doesn't feel like the bar and restaurant were shoehorned it. It's a good flow from the bar to the tables with the pool area off to the side. The large open area was being used for a cornhole competition and there were high top tables around the edges for people to cheer on their teams. We did park in the back and walked all the way around to the front that faces the road to Trona. That one enters into the bar and Doja the Hostess with the Mostest came over to let me pet and adore her. Hubby & I walked up to the sign that said Stop Here and we did. I wish I could remember her name...but she was our server. She gave us a choice of places to sit and took our drink orders. Hubby had two Jack Sours which he enjoyed a lot. I had water...I had to drive us back to the Best Western. First - server took great care of us. She stopped by regularly but didn't hover to see if we needed anything. Second - food came out quickly and was so good. I had the grilled steak salad and they used a lovely mix of greens that were fresh. And the tomatoes were ripe. The grilled steak was perfectly medium rare, had a nice smoke ring, and solid beef flavor. Hubby had the French Dip and intended on only eating half but it was so good, he finished it. (note, the only green thing on that plate was the pickle and no fries or anything. And that's ok. The price was very affordable for all that delicious rib eye.) Third - I found the people there to be kind, polite, and fun. There were a lot of families and they were having a nice time as well. We exited the side entrance that takes you out to the patio, and then we went out the gate and walked back around to our car. We'll be back.

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16 days ago

Drinks are decent. Typical small town bar but the food is amazing! Especially love the biscuits at breakfast

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We were stuck in Ridgecrest. Found this dog freindly bar. WOW. What a great places so large and fun in there. Great food and service!

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7 months ago

Had the Antipasto Salad. Homemade Italian dressing made right. Highly recommend trying it out. Oh and had the Crème Brûlée yum

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5 months ago

Great food, great service, and friendly atmosphere with plenty of room. Loved the pizza!

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Food is delicious, atmosphere is amazing, wait staff is on point! Thanks for having a safe place with epic nightlife in the high desert!

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Food was fresh and plentiful. Staff was right on! Definitely a must go when in Ridgecrest! cheers!

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Outstanding service, but the tri-tip sandwich was not cut properly cut causing the meat to be tough. Also the the bread was not toasted.

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