Come checkout the Stag in Exeter. Great vibes, great customers, the best staff. The best popcorn in town. read more

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The Stag isn't just a bar -- it's a living, breathing paradox wrapped in simplicity and nostalgia. A sanctuary for the sunburned and the soul-weary, sitting square in the heart of Exeter like a shrine to simpler sins. The sign, half invitation, half dare: Enter if you're thirsty for something that isn't on the menu of life. Inside, the air is thick with laughter, cheap perfume, and the musk of memory. The wood is old, the stools are crooked, and the light is low enough to make everyone look like the best version of themselves. You can feel the ghosts here -- drifters, dreamers, field hands, maybe even a few saints who took a wrong turn. They all linger in the hum of the jukebox. Ah, the jukebox -- electronic altar of heartbreak. It glows on the wall like an electric confession booth, playing Merle, Patsy, and Johnny for the price of a few credits and a little piece of your heart. Each song unfurls like a slow whiskey burn -- sweet, sad, and just a bit dangerous. For a few minutes, everyone in the room is part of the same melody, the same ache. And behind the bar -- the real magic. The women who run this joint aren't just bartenders; they're high priestesses of the pour, keepers of secrets, and therapists with better lighting. They don't just serve drinks -- they dispense absolution one glass at a time. They smile like they've seen it all and still find the world worth laughing at. Their pours are generous, their eyes sharp, and their patience mythological. The Stag isn't polished, and thank the gods for that. It's honest. It's human. It's the kind of place where time stretches, stories spill, and strangers become drinking buddies before the song ends. When you finally pull the door (real hard) and step into the cool Exeter night, the stars feel closer somehow. You can still hear the jukebox faintly -- one last chorus chasing you into the dark. And you know, deep down, that The Stag isn't just a bar. It's a reminder. A reminder that imperfection is beautiful, whiskey is holy, and that the best kind of truth usually comes from a woman with a towel over her shoulder and a grin that says, "Another round?" read more

Quick pit stop to wet the Whistle. Sweet bartender. Just right drinks, and friendly locals. Love finding a new dive bar during our travels. Will come back for a night on the town read more

The Stag Saloon - a beer tap and a television - Bars Near Me - Exeter, California

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This bar is one of the worst bars I've ever been into, the "regulars" treat outsiders like they aren't wanted giving dirty looks as we walked in, they enforced some stupid "backwards hat rule" that was the cherry on top of a terrible experience. We down our disgusting drinks and left but just before our exit we popped in "bye bye bye" by insync on the jukebox! hope those regulars are JT fans lmao smell you later stag read more

The Stag Saloon - Our song choice for the regulars - Bars Near Me - Exeter, California

Wow! What a difference makes with new ownership. Had a blast hanging out, was extremely busy and they did amazing job keeping the atmosphere fun and no one had to wait long on a drink. Staff was kind and attentive. Exeter has a fun little social area now with food trucks, restaurants and taverns, loving it. read more

I went to the stag and was shown disrespect by the owners wife and I will NEVER EVER GO THERE AGAIN they are rude and unprofessional and I highly recommend cellar door or Visalia brewing company in Visalia instead not too far but wonderful service opposed to the stag read more

Been coming here since I first turned 21. The bartenders are some of the coolest, friendliest people you will ever hope to meet, especially the always sweet, Shannon. The drinks are well made, and cheaper than the bigger bars in Visalia, plus it's one of the few bars that doesn't charge a cover on the weekends. The atmosphere is casual, and the patrons are friendly and fun as well. Drop in, play a game of pool, or shuffleboard. Also pitchers of bud light is only $5 Mon-Wed. Thursday's and Sunday's they have karaoke, and Friday and Saturday nights they have a band. read more

Cool bar with shuffleboard, pool and Touchtunes. Very reasonable prices ($2 small draft, $4 well)... Very locals oriented but not unwelcoming. Fun bands as well. Strict dress code: -no backwards ball caps -no hoodies I wouldn't call it a travelers bar by any means but if you live in the area and get along well with Cowboys, ranchers and Exeterians you will have a fine time. read more

There were three people behind the bar. One was working, one was checking Facebook on his phone and the other was just standing there. Looking at the people standing around waiting to get a drink. The bartender finally got to me, but instead skipped to a guy she knew and too his order. I eventually was served a pitcher of beer with about 2 inches of foam on top. That easily could have been another beer. At least it's cleaner in there, now. read more

Just recently did an overhaul. Really cool local spot. Brings you back to the wild wild west cowboy days. Cash only but they have an ATM

Asss jerks.... kick us out before it was 2am. Sign outside said it closed at 2am but yet they pretty much told us to get out at 1:35 AM. It was nice that the bathroom was clean and that the beer was priced good , but really. Going to tell people to leave before the time that is posted on the sign. Come on. Don't you want to keep your customers? Guess not....Also there was at least two people working there however on three occasions when I went to purchase a drink there were no bartenders there ‍ WTF read more

I haven't been here in the evening, but in the afternoon. The staff is extremely friendly and the drinks are very reasonable compared to other bars. It wouldn't be the place to order a complicated drink, although the bartender I usually see will try to make anything for you. But for beer, wine or simple mixed drinks it's a nice, friendly place to relax for a few. read more

Cool little find this past weekend..Elizabeth the bartender was awesome! Played some pool..was a little loud with some dice game being played but very friendly crowd! read more

Fun dive bar; 2 pool tables, 2 tvs. Definitely a dive though; everyone knew everyone(except me)... of course I was there on a thursday... There is also a shuffleboard table that was a ton of fun. The pool tables are in the back room with the only booth and a bit of open floor for dancing. They have karaoke on thursday nights; I was one of the only people who didn't sing a coun try song. read more

The Stag is the only bar in town, unless you're a member of the Eagle's Lodge. It's a small dive bar with a lot of regulars. It's okay considering it is the only bar. They have an okay selection of beer, but only one on tap. That's right, only one. They have most of the mixers needed for most of your mixed drinks. If most of the bartenders don't know how to make something they will look it up to keep you happy. I wouldn't consider the place super clean, but it's a bar and it isn't super dirty either. They have shuffleboard and two pool tables to keep you entertained. They also make popcorn and sell a variety of snacks such as chips. There is also a jukebox and they have live bands every week that bring out the cute dancing couples. Make sure to bring cash because they don't accept credit or debit cards. They have put in a giant atm machine in the corner, if you don't mind paying the fee. As with any bar, it is what you make it and I have fun each time I go. read more