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    The Wild Idol Saloon

    3.7 (43 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    THE WILD IDOL SALOON ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    DJ
    Live music
    Divey

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    Rebekah K.

    I've been here a few times now and usually have a pretty good time. The Desert Moon Band was playing this past Friday and I went for my 24th birthday with some friends. The band was great! The bartender was Nicki, who was adorable, super sweet and her drinks were on point! Prices were decent. There was another bartender working, didn't get her name, that was not so great. Overall it was a lot of fun. Lot of dancing, and a good crowd. Seemed to be a lot of different kind of people, which was great. Its kind of in the middle of nowhere, otherwise I'd probably come here most often.

    My twin and hubby outside being social and cooling down after hitting the dance floor.
    Theresa M.

    Live bands that play very danceable music. Large sized dance floor, nice large park setting outside to talk, relax or cool down from dancing. You can also smoke and enjoy a drink in there outdoor area as well. Nice bar good beer and good service!

    Dusty H.

    Good tunes, good drink prices, good people. Fav bar of all time! 10/10 Bartenders are great. Heads up - cash only, but there's an ATM inside

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    Ed C.

    Friendly bartenders, a big open dance floor, patio out back, decent pours on shots, acres of parking and a saloon custom made for people watching are reasons to GPS Byron and discover this place for yourself. Biker bar? Nah, maybe once upon a time but not in 2017

    Stomping the bar in snake skin boots!

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    15 days ago

    friends did karaoke and had fun. drinks were strong and had everyone feeling good 10/10 would recommend

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    Told me they close at 10 then kicked me out at 9:20 and ran off to party at some other bar :/ i couldn't even finish my drink. Why?

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    7 years ago

    First time here! Our bartender was awesome! Karen thank you for your great service and recommendations. We will be back.

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    Great times, really good bands, now they take Credit Cards, awesome place for a great Friday or Saturday night local fun

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    7 years ago

    Love this spot. Good people and service and the live music is a huge plus imo. Can come here any night of the week and have a great time.

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