Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    The Spot

    3.8 (45 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars, Sports Bars
    Open 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

    The Spot Photos

    THE SPOT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Moderate noise
    Juke Box
    Good for groups

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - The Spot

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Happy Valentines Jennifer
    R. Jason A.

    This is Xmas editorial investigational report on 12/20/2021 my birthday Acknowledgement to former Head Security and current Security for a job well done. The Spot receives 5 stars for all bartenders recently serving me in good faith gave customers and I quality service, upholding good business practice, governing their Kingdom when on duty without influence or corruption! Establishment disqualified R&R by Paul/Veronica by making themselves liable, not supporting Senior Bartenders refusing to deny service, creating a monster, allowing mishandling of customers banking cards and impowering a renegade high-profile Mixologist. -----------(BRIEFS) Bottom line, Maggy (Vanessa Bartender) on her off day started trouble by inquiring to New Security about me being 86 three years ago! Instead of playing pool security, bartender and myself had to discuss what Maggy started? Then very next day come to my night club and sit right next to, turn and give me a dirty look then yack away! Saturday every top bar treated me great including at the Spot, but security notified me that Owners verified I was 86? I was invited back by security then independently invited back by all senior bartenders except Maggy! She continues reprisal attempts against me with her loyal riff raff. ------------------- Respecting Google/Yelp SOP, Food and Beverage Industry, ABC, District's Bartender/Mixologist. My sworn position to the people is reporting the truth without influence or exaggeration. Conclusion for retaliation of Vanessa Maggy Persivale former #1 Mixologist Google/Yelp R&R of District 15. Incident initiated after partial 86 lifted and before full 86 given and took place following the death of Chaplin Sumo Sato. All allegation can be investigated with bank and other individual involved for verification. Shortly after the death of my pastor I ventured into the Spot for relief in which during my visit Maggy on duty approached me to discuss what she said Chase Visa card (Not my Name) I had given her when I first arrived on sight. She was sharp and sober and I was very depressed and distant. She directly denied knowing person's name on card or ever seeing my card that day. I was fortunate having cash to pay my tab and tip Maggy appropriately! Unable to track my card down within several hours contacted Chase to cancel card I had in my possession and contact the person or the cardholders. This matter was considered closed for a time until the afternoon after the evening Maggy without notice attempted to conspire an argument for 86 me forever. Maggy actually brought her boyfriend in that afternoon to beat me up, but was upset when him and I actually liked each other's company and left to continue a more business or productive conversation. (That Gentlemen or her boyfriend she was way out of his league). God gave me the peace of the puzzle as I left establishment that day! A customer of Maggy's and fellow patron of mine approached me as exiting wanting to know if Maggy had contacted me regarding the card mix up from the past? He had moved out of state never to return and had communicated with her regarding this matter etc... He did not have any knowledge of the conflict thinking her and I were still very good friends! He said it was just an act of God that he was coming through town that he ran into me. He first made contact with her before my arrival the night before when she flipped out! This information along with Maggy's actions is criminal and I was forced to notify ABC, but when speaking to owner was permanently 86. Maggy due to this individual's presence has continued to try to cover up. Last year Maggy requested removal of complaint to ABC! She agreed to an interview which incriminated herself as guilty of all charges! (END)----------- I advise Paul/Veronica lift or remove my 86 and terminate/86 Vanessa ASAP!

    Spicy Whore aka cinnamon toast crunch.
    Georgina G.

    For a place that had a bad rep years ago it's turned out to be a great place to just hang out and have some drinks with the regulars. The juke box plays all the hits, there's karaoke on Wednesday and Sunday and the drinks are stiff. The vibe is pretty chill. If you're into playing pool you better bring your A game cuz they take pool very serious in there. Also there's an outdoor patio where you can drink and smoke at which is the best part about this bar because it's the only place in pedro that offers that amenity. Me, I love the drink we dubbed the Spicy Whore.

    Juicy til the last bit!!!

    See all

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Service, drinks , ambiance are great! Karaoke DJ Andy is super cool.We will surely go back.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    The security here tries to intimidate people and is very unprofessional also the bartenders are not good at hospitality

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Brian J.
    165
    47
    43

    2 years ago

    Birthday here this Friday was amazing! Everyone on staff is wonderful and DJ Etixz is truly talented. Karaoke it does down!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    If you stand outside some guy will offer to drive you home though drunk.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Joey G.
    38
    53
    52

    8 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 2
    Photo of Eric C.
    46
    22
    0

    6 years ago

    Stopped in for a drink. Everyone was super friendly and the bartender John made me a killer Bloody Mary. I highly recommend the Spot!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    7 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    17 years ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 8
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ruth O.
    259
    12
    20

    8 years ago

    Really chill and super cheap! Every one was ready for a great time. Bartender had me laughing

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jason R.
    130
    67
    43

    17 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of John H.
    378
    392
    299

    15 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kerry K.
    454
    42
    33

    16 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Dean S.
    18
    138
    5

    16 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lili A.
    39
    13
    21

    11 years ago

    Love this place, everyone is super friendly, food is amazing. One of my favorite vegan spots in HB.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mitch I.
    161
    51
    2

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Maria F.
    19
    26
    11

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Chelsy W.
    216
    1020
    769

    13 years ago

    Quentessential Pedro LOVE!!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Place rocks, great music and awesome back at selection. Stop in for an awesome San Pedro landmark.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 2

    Ask the Community - The Spot

    Is this place a cash only or do they have a ATM?

    cash only and there is an atm

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    Review Highlights - The Spot

    I will say.....I've done my laundry across the street...

    Mentioned in 2 reviews

    Read more highlights

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Dive Bars 29,067 times last month within 10 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Godmother's Saloon - Scenes from Tree Lighting Ceremony

    Godmother's Saloon

    3.8(95 reviews)
    1.0 miSan Pedro
    $

    If you want to go here and drink then yes godmothers has been here forever. There bar is outdated…read moreand not really anything new just get a drink and go

    A friend of mine moved to San Pedro last year and I finally went to visit her at her new home over…read morethe weekend. We walked from her home to the Maritime Museum to watch the tree lighting ceremony. I enjoyed seeing all the little kids excited about Christmas and freaking out when the tree was lit. I loved seeing entire families walking up and down the waterfront and seeing the changes that are coming to what used to be Ports O' Call. My friend was eager to show me her new hometown and all of the places she likes. We grabbed a bite to eat at the San Pedro Brew Co. and then walked on over to her favorite place - Godmothers. It's a classic dive bar but Godmothers was happening! I could tell that it's a local's hangout - everyone knew everyone. We were joined by my friend's new "Pedro" friends and that's when it got fun - those girls knew everyone! Loved the music that was playing, played a couple of rounds of pool, they ordered rounds (and rounds) of drinks, danced, talked to lots of people and made new friends. There was no attitude from anyone, the place is charming in its own way, had a great and friendly vibe. My friend and her new friends are night owls. I'm most definitely not and I had to be somewhere at 6 a.m. the next morning so I didn't feel bad leaving early while they stayed and, according to my friend, "had the best time ever." I hadn't been out in a while, and I'm glad I went; it was a fun night, nice to be out of my zip code, check out a new place, be social, and it was good to see my friend happy and thriving in her new home and hometown. I'm sure I'll be back to Godmother's next time I visit.

    Photos
    Godmother's Saloon
    Godmother's Saloon
    Godmother's Saloon

    See all

    Crimsin - 2022 FIRST CHOICE
 GOOGLE YELP XMAS

    Crimsin

    3.6(138 reviews)
    1.0 miSan Pedro
    $$

    This bar has become my usual haunt, or watering hole, or my third place. I once heard someone talk…read moreabout how each person needs three places to be happy-- a job that fits well, a home that feels peaceful and the third place is one where one feels like one with the crowd. They are just a regular person, not their woes, hopes, titles (or lack there of), they are another joe/jane/jonx, and are seen as such, with respect and acceptance. I do not know if Crimsin has become my third place, I love the gym, and places where I am invited to romp, and places where culture has esteem, but this place is definitely a place where I feel engaged by the mood, vibe, staff, and possibility so maybe one day in the future this place will be my third, I just can't say that, today. This place is definitely a dive bar--- meaning one comes for the beers and the shots, not necessarily to be impressed on transported by a mixologist. For me that was a point against the house of Crimsin, but then an unlikely hero came into play: Channel. I think I got her name right, I can easily see how an S can replaced the C. Whether her name is spelled with an S or C, one thing is clear, her talents are a gift to this place. I described to her how I do not really like the taste of alcohol, thus I gravitate toward drinks that are sugary cocktails. She took my limited explanation and concocted a raspberry lemon drop worthy of being held by a rom-com heroine as she described her latest fancy-free quarrel with her best friend in a NY hot-spot. Of course, both the heroine and the the bff have french tip nails that are to die. Since understanding my flavor profile, and my proclivities toward glitz in sip, she has crafted wonderful drink after wonderful drink. I appreciate her candy apple cocktail, and her black bitters drink that she warned me about before sipping, real bitters were in the drink, so I may have to chew or straight-up gulp. If you are in the area, port before a cruise, or coming to or from the fish market, stop here and ask for her, if you tend to like a drink served in martini glass. However, Jules, another bartender from this joint recently made me a blueberry cocktail- that I loved to the last hearty sip- and she served in a regular glass. I always paired cocktails with martini glasses, like I imagine coffee on a mug, but if you let it cool morning coffee would taste just as good in milk glass. The place has a man-cave kind of feel for sure. In the back there is a pool table (put a quarter down if you wan to play) that is often populated. If you never play pool, find an opponent that is at your level, and you will grow to understand its purpose. But if you play someone better than you will just hate the game. More broadly, this is true about life, that is why equity for all lives matter. They also have televisions that play all major events, and a juke box of modern times, where you can pay via an app. So this place has all the trimmings needed for a good time at bar, including a shuffle board table and a policy that allows you to bring in food from nearby eaters, or I guess even from your home. Another bar tender that you should ask for is Garrett. I stopped going for a while and then he made me feel like I could come back once and again. I really cannot remember how he did that so the words of Virgil are true--- people will often forget what you said, but you never forget how they made you feel. Weird how one can be nostalgic for a bar, but I can also see if you have. bar to call your own, that seems more ordinary than unique. A lot of people like Garrett he has this salt-to--the earth kind of vibe, which reminds most goers, that someone human can listen to you and respond with simple words that ring true, in a super good easy way. Visit Crimsin and make a Tuesday or Wednesday one where something fun can happen.

    Haven't been by to hang for a while and Musa and Alex were amazing behind the bar as always!read more

    Photos
    Crimsin
    Crimsin
    Crimsin

    See all

    The Blind Donkey - Oscar made good Old Fashioned and Whiskey Sour.

    The Blind Donkey

    4.1(620 reviews)
    6.6 mi
    $$

    Firstly, I enjoy how the entry is very speakeasy vibes; where you try to find it and you start to…read morefeel unsure if this is the entry nicely done. The ambiance of the wooden tables and the total feel was cozy and welcoming. Once seated at the bar, we were greeted immediately by a very awesome Mixologist/Bartender! Amazing banter A+++++ Service The drinks : My Whiskey Sour was delicious, it had the perfect balance of sweet to sour notes. We also had the old fashion yes. May I have another, soo good. And, this place has a couple games to play and on some nights entertainment, which is pretty cool but on this night I only partake playing some pool. Overall, the drinks were crafted wonderfully, and I would recommend this lovely joint!

    1 Star - Worst Experience I've Ever Had at a Bar…read more I've been to The Blind Donkey in downtown Long Beach before but what happened last night deserves to be shared. I came here with a friend last night and ordered a blonde beer that tasted completely off -- it genuinely tasted like blue cheese. My friend encouraged me to ask for a replacement since something was clearly wrong with it. When she brought it to the bar, the bartender told her he'd replace it and that it was on the house, but then made her pay for the second drink anyway. If I had known she'd still be charged, I would've just not asked for another drink. When I came up to the bar to clarify why she paid for something he said was comped, the bartender backtracked and said he "didn't mean" that. I asked if they could void the second charge, since this was supposed to be a simple replacement. He kept explaining that he is charging us for this second one because it was not a blonde, it was a white ale. I told him that's fine, but why did he say it was "on the house" and now charging us anyway? He ended up bringing over the manager. The manager was a short, Latino man with a hat on. He was incredibly rude from the moment he arrived explaining the beer was a blonde- which I know what I ordered, but tasted whack. He didn't look at us, didn't listen to anything we were saying, and without asking a single question he grabbed both drinks we paid for and dumped them down the drain. We were stunned -- we paid for both of them and now had nothing. When he came back, I calmly told him we paid for both drinks he just threw out. His response? "Don't expect to come here and get free drinks." Which is wild considering we never asked for anything free -- we were just trying to get the mistaken charge fixed. When I told him he needed to void the drink he dumped, he called security on us. We weren't loud, drunk, or confrontational. Security refused to give us the manager's name, and only one finally whispered "Ken," though at that point it felt like they were just saying anything to get us out the door. I've worked in customer-facing roles before. I understand dive bars aren't known for luxury service, but this wasn't about service -- it was about basic respect, integrity, and not charging customers for drinks you throw away yourself. I'm leaving this review as a Long Beach local, it's saddening to see how a popular bar like The Blind Donkey treats their customers. This was the worst experience I've ever had.

    Photos
    The Blind Donkey - Old Fashion

    Old Fashion

    The Blind Donkey - Entrance

    Entrance

    The Blind Donkey - Old fashioned

    See all

    Old fashioned

    V Room - Bar area

    V Room

    4.0(292 reviews)
    7.0 mi
    $$

    When my life is in shambles, I love coming to V Room…read more It's a small, dark place with a jukebox to match. During one drinking session, I think I heard Sonic Reducer three times; that adds an extra star. Before we get off track, let's get back to my opening line; when my life is in shambles, I come to V Room. It's fun, it has great music and things just don't feel as bad here. My last venture to ye olde V, my roommate broke up a fight in the girls room, my friends and I drunkenly sang along to Iggy Pop, and a hipster girl was hoisted out by the straps of her 90s era child's backpack. So, all things considered, my life may be in shambles, but at least I'm not brawling in the girls room. The drinks rule and the bartenders are the BEST.

    The little red head behind the bar should not be a bartender. Her attitude is the definition of an…read moreentitled little brat. Acts as if you're the issue for coming to have a drink at "A BAR" . Eye rolls whenever anything was asked for. Went to pay & when the " tip" wasn't up to her par , she made the comment under her breath " why even **** come out cheap f**k?" Why even be a bartender if you're not going to provide a service. You don't get a tip for being terrible at your job. That's not how this works. Management will probably read this & brush it off because she'll have a lame excuse like we were the problem or needy. Nope. She is the problem. Even the regulars mentioned they can't stand when she bartends because her attitude is so terrible. Fix your system please. Get better people.

    Photos
    V Room
    V Room - Inside

    Inside

    V Room - Paloma. Andrew is an artist

    See all

    Paloma. Andrew is an artist

    McGeady's Pub - Andy rocking to some great music

    McGeady's Pub

    4.0(21 reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $

    Edit to my prior review, I'm never returning to this place again. Not only is this place constantly…read morefull of homeless people, drunks and Meth heads; the staff just seem to let them wander about and bother the customers. All the time. I kept trying to give this place a chance, but the clientele are horrendous. The only redeeming quality about this place are the bartenders, but unfortunately they allow a bunch of trash through the doors.

    Formerly called The Bee Hive, McGeady's Pub, which carries a wide variety of beers and wines, is…read moremuch larger than it appears from the street. With room for three pool tables, darts and an electronic punching bag game (for the truly macho) this pub has several tables and a long bar running from one end of the place to the other. Plenty of parking out front and a smoker's hang-out area just outside the back door. Prices are average. Beer is served ice cold and the wine selection is surprisingly good, considering the venue. Pool tables seem straight and true and the crowd is mixed. When I was there last I saw people in their 20s, 30s, 40s and even much higher. Music pumps through the jukebox all night. The bartender (I say the because I have only seen one.. the same one... every time I visit) is friendly and fast. Fairly low-key in general but this place has a bit of an energetic buzz going on. To me its a great place to have a beer, shoot a rack, and just hang out with friends. McGeady's only accepts cash but the do have an ATM inside. Of course, those ATMs have fees and since I hate those fees I figured its good to warn you here in the review so you can remember to bring cash when you come.

    Photos
    McGeady's Pub
    McGeady's Pub - Great place to shoot pool

    Great place to shoot pool

    McGeady's Pub - Good times!

    See all

    Good times!

    The Spot - divebars - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...