Let me tell you why I keep coming back here…read more It's not just the beer, although Bootleggers has plenty of that. It's the patio. There's something about the outdoor space here that makes Bootleggers feel like a little beer oasis tucked just far enough away from the hustle of downtown Fullerton. There are plenty of covered tables, lots of shade, and a large, permanently covered section with a giant TV showing sports and other important television events. When they have live music, it's usually the kind that actually improves the atmosphere rather than taking it over, you know, good musicians, good music, but still chill enough that you can have a conversation. And, of course, there's the beer. They have a really solid and diverse selection, with several IPAs, stouts, seltzers, and other options usually available, plus a selection of beers from other local breweries. It's hard to imagine coming here and not finding something you like. If you can't you're just an openly hostile person. Consider meditation. There's a food truck parked along the side that has basically become part of the Bootleggers landscape. And while outside food is no longer allowed, that's not really a hardship because the food is actually pretty damn good. The sandwiches, salads, and other offerings are all solid, but the fried pickles are the real reason I keep coming back. They're cut lengthwise, breaded just right, and fried until they're perfectly crunchy. Basically big, tart, crunchy submarines of fair food fun. I have a difficult time going to Bootleggers without ordering them. Every. Single. It's close enough to downtown Fullerton to walk to, but just far enough off the beaten path that the patio feels removed from the usual bar scene chaos. The street is nearby, but you barely notice it. It's just a nice place to sit outside, drink a good beer, listen to some music, watch a game, and hang out for a while. Sometimes you don't need another crowded bar with loud music and a $16 cocktail. Sometimes you just want a good beer, some shade, and a plate of ridiculously good fried pickles. Bootleggers does that really well.

Thank you Bootleggers! We hosted a couple's bridal shower…read morefor our son and his fiance a few weeks ago, and it was absolutely perfect! The on site staff and chef were fantastic, the food was incredible, and of course the drinks were delicious. It honestly was the perfect place to "shower" the happy couple with family and friends!

Located in a run down strip mall, Cask & Hammer is a little divey bar where locals go for a drink…read more They have an extensive beer menu but surprisingly no Golden Road on the menu the day I went. It's a bit dark in here but that's okay for the vibe it's going for. Definitely not a first date kind of place. They have pool table in the back and beer is cold. All in all, not a bad place to grab a beer and relax on a weekday.

This is a great local spot. They have a respectable selection of brews. From sours to IPAs. They…read morehave snack food options, I have not tried them. I usually end up there AFTER I've had dinner. The bartenders are nice and serve well. Our favorite is Amy, because she gives off a groovy Goth feel. Also, when she is there, the music is very aligned to my tastes. Give this establishment a try!

This is another secret gem in Downtown Fullerton. You can enter from the back or the front doors. I…read morereserved the semi-private section facing Commonwealth. I got the idea from a beloved colleague who had her going away party last year here. You can wear super casual clothes bc the vibes are low-key and relaxed. We had a party of about 17 + in our adults only for happy hour reserved for 4:15 - 7 PM to celebrate the launch of our 2nd year together. We ordered a variety of apps and pizza flavors. For apps, the zucchini fries with ranch dressing were BOMB! Our group also enjoyed the lemon pepper and teriyaki wings, tossed just right, not too saucy. Let's talk about their pizzas and pies: deep dish pepperoni, vegetarian, margherita cheese, pepperoni (A+ curl on the pep), buffalo chicken, and the star finale, chicharrones topping - pizzas (ALL in Extra Large) and as the came in, the waitresses and water brought it out piping hot! The cheese pull was real and long, the sauce was even, and the dough wasn't too chewy or too thick, just right. The person on the phone reserving and taking my order before we even arrived, was super nice to me. When we got there, people can order the own items at the register. The servers are super friendly and their HH "refills" kept coming. The ambiance is SUPER CHILL and loud. Games on TV screens, air hockey for those who don't like to talk to who is there, but just play. I'm glad small businesses like these still exist in NOC.

My family and I are no strangers to the Bowery. Such a fun place to go when you want a pizza and…read morebeer...or if you're like us, coming to karaoke nights or listening to live music during the Day of Music festival! But what I really wanted to share was that we FINALLY tried the Detroit Style deep dish pizza and wow. Such a great looking and great tasting pizza. Since it was a deep dish pizza it did take some time for the pizza to come out. But in the meantime, you can play some games such as air hockey or pinball, or just have beer and enjoy the offerings of the Bowery. I promise, the wait will be worth it! Looking forward to the next time we order it!

I absolutely love this place! It's hands-down one of my…read morefavorite nighttime spots to stop that is dog friendly. They pour one of my favorites, a strawberry cream beer that is just delicious and being right there with Jaxon's chicken makes for a good bite to eat as well, while sitting on the patio, listening to the fabulous music going on Next-door! I always get friendly greetings from the staff and owners and I think my pal Maverick probably gets even more lol.

Stumbled upon this "Vikings" bar on a Sunday morning to catch the game. They share the location…read morewith Jaxson's Chicken co-operated. Lots of beers on tap and plenty of selections to choose from. Sean is a superstar when it comes to pouring drinks! The vibe was energetic for Sunday football. Plenty of seating and bar stools. There's also a back patio area if you're feeling like some outdoor breeze to go along with your brews. If you're in the Fullerton downtown area, make sure to make a stop for some ice cold drinks on tap and say what's up to my boy Sean!

Super chill vibe and food is amazing but the chocolate milk was out of this world…read more Make sure Nicole makes it! Just the right amount of sweet! And she was super helpful, definitely coming back.

This place was just okay. I ordered the lunch special, and while the portion was decent, the food…read morewas pretty bland. The drinks were also underwhelming and nothing to write home about. The highlight was definitely the atmosphere. They had multiple TVs throughout the restaurant, which made watching the World Cup easy and fun. The servers were also friendly, attentive, and professional, so I have no complaints about the service. Unfortunately, the food and drinks just didn't do it for me. There are better spots in the area, so I probably wouldn't come back.

This place is amazing! The food and drinks are always outstanding, and the staff is incredibly…read morefriendly and welcoming. Every visit has been a great experience, and the customer service keeps me coming back. If you're in Fullerton, you should definitely check out The Pour Company--you won't be disappointed!

This is one of my favorite places to come in Fullerton with friends, or to bring my wife on a date…read more Their patio is dog friendly, which is nice for pet owners. Ambience on the inside as well as the outside are both pretty great. I've also never had a bad meal here, virtually all of their food is spectacular and made from scratch although their prices are not "cheap" they are also very fair, especially given the quality of food. The drinks are also dead on, they have a wide range of craft beer as well as a full bar. The service is great. The only thing I could think of the lands in the constructive arena is their live music. Sometimes they have open mic nights, other times they have a hired band or musician. The music is way, wayyy too loud. I don't mind live music, but it can't be so loud that you are unable to enjoy the company. Patrons should be able to talk to the person or the people next to them without being drowned out by the music. I recently came with friends for drinks and we were having a great time for the first 10 minutes we were there, but when the music started, we couldn't hear each other talk at all. So we just sat there quietly, drowned out to mediocre music. We all had another drink and then left. Might be a better idea to have the music loud enough to be slightly above background noise, but low enough where you can reasonably talk and listen to those around. Even ordering at the bar was tough. We would yell an order at the bartender, who would yell at back for confirmation. Often, exchanges in this dialogue included "what was that?"

I've been here a couple times and I have enjoyed my food, drinks and service each time…read more I always get their wine flights - it's great when you want to sample a few wines 5/5 Foods -baked brie (5/5) never disappoints!

Came in Saturday evening. No wait time, was greeted warmly immediately and given a walkthrough of…read morethe wine selection. I ordered the baked Brie ($17) while the rest of my party ordered wine & skewers. Food, ambiance, and service was great for the most part. I do want to mention that they do not allow outside water of any sort inside. I was told to put away my hydroflask because it's a, "violation of liquor license". That gives the assumption that ABC prohibits guests from bringing a water bottle, which is false. It would be more appropriate to just say they "don't allow outside water" as a general house rule.

Sure you can drink at home, drink on a plane or drink while you drive but sometimes you just want a…read morechange of scenery. However, you don't always want to feel like you're trying too hard to change your scenery, bumping you too far out of your comfort zone. The answer my friends, is the good old classic American dive bar. Now, many places like to call themselves a dive bar just because they never clean a single inch of their establishment and have seedy patrons that love to play the more than occasional 80's songs on the jukebox but don't be mistaken, a good dive bar is hard to find. Well, I happen to have found one and it's in Fullerton of all places. That's right, Fullerton, not Los Angeles, nor Hollywood nor some pop-culturally over-hyped city. What makes The Blue Door a good dive bar? First, there's earned consistency & routine. The drinks won't always be made well, or the bartender won't always be attentive but if you come a few times, you'll soon know at what time and day the drinks are made properly by knowing the schedules of the bartenders. Secondly, the drinks are stiff, the service is friendly and nobody bothers you unless you bother them. The atmosphere goes from lively and loud to quiet and solitary, again depending upon when you visit. Lastly, they're open from 6:00AM-2:00AM. They're not just there when the hipsters are around, they're there for you whenever you make the bad decision of using alcohol as an anesthetic. Stay searching for the last remains of Americana my friends....

Dive ambiance 5/5 Ambiance 4/5…read moreRestrooms 2/5 Pool? Yes Beers? Yes Jell-O shots? Yes Darts? Yes Arcade? Yes. Smoking area outside? Yes Never knew about this place till someone brought me here! Total 100% dive Plenty of interesting decors all around to look at.

Went for dessert...it was fabulous! Consisting of the blueberry peach cobbler! Wish I could have…read morepurchased an entire cobbler!

Came here during the food and wine festival. This is a great place to sit and eat and drink. You…read moreare in the heart of California Adventure, so you could bring your trays to this area a relax. It is nice and covered in certain spots if you need a few minutes to unwind and relax. A lot of really tempting things to buy to drink. Plus it is close to some kiddie rides in case the kids get board and want to wander off close by. During the festival they had more substantial food in this area. Instead of the small tastes they had full meal size portions. We tried the impossible burger gyro. It was absolutely amazing! Honestly, you could not tell it was vegetarian. It tasted exactly like gyro meat. Plus the pita was soft and fluffy and the toppings were spot on, so good! I am not sure if it was vegan or if there was real yogurt on this meal, but it was honestly one of the best gyros I have ever had outside of Tarpon Springs! So good in fact that I had to try to recreate it back at home for dinner.

Need somewhere reliable to go that's open late night and has consistently delicious food? Look no…read morefurther. What we ordered: Jellyfish salad ($24)- I've never had jellyfish before and it was such a pleasant experience. I loved the freshness of the warm veggies and the spiciness of the hot mustard dressing. The pieces of jellyfish and beef were warmly welcomed into my belly! I really liked the potato starch noodles in the middle too! Don't mistake them for the jellyfish pieces like I did. All of the different textures really brought this dish home. I'm still daydreaming about it days later. Spicy chicken & cheese ($18)- this came out on a sizzling plate-- the oohs and ahhs were audible. The chicken was so juicy and tender and the sauce was salty and sweet. Loved the heaping pile of melted cheese on top. This dish pairs perfectly with the tangy Cucumber Salad, so you need to order that too! Service here was great-- servers are attentive and friendly. Would come back again :)

We would definitely recommend this place! The shrimp dish was delicious crispy, flavorful, and…read moreprobably my favorite of the night. The chicken was also really good, and the spring rolls were a great addition. The drinks were definitely an experience! Super cute presentation and something fun and different to try! One thing we did notice was that the food seemed to have quite a bit of MSG or seasoning we felt very full and sleepy afterward so just something to keep in mind if you're sensitive to it. Aside from that, everything tasted great, the presentation was fun, and we'd definitely come back!