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“Alyssa helped me out today and was such a great bartender.” in 4 reviews
“The vibe is really friendly, and the owner, Taffy, makes everyone feel at home.” in 3 reviews
“The food was especially good, I usually have low expectations for bar food but the pretzels and beer cheese were SOOOO good and we got a turkey club which was their Saturday special.” in 2 reviews
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At Barnacles we believe that every great game deserves great food, ice cold beer and opposing fans to yell at.
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- Jan 27, 20241 check-in
We were super pleased with our nice afternoon at Barnacles! We felt like grabbing some lunch and playing pool, and this place was on the list. It's tucked away in the same parking lot as an A&W (y'know...the rootbeer place). They have a pleasant outdoor patio and cool decorations. Parking seems pretty abundant.
Inside is carpeted and comfy. The bartender was friendly and inviting. They have a few games besides pool - darts, a neat golf arcade game. The food was especially good, I usually have low expectations for bar food but the pretzels and beer cheese were SOOOO good and we got a turkey club which was their Saturday special. On the menu are burgers, sandwiches, grilled cheese, and more - along with tasty appetizers ranging from cheese curds to fried ravioli. I noticed the bar also had some candy and chips behind it. Their homemade potato chips are to die for. There's a wide variety of drinks and beer on tap. The pool table was great too (cash only to play). There is also an ATM inside.
We felt comfortable, had fun, and look forward to coming back!Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - Eric K.CA, CA01Jan 25, 2024
Been coming to barnacles for several years now and it's hands down my favorite spot !
Best bartender is Alyssa!
Foods great, people are great, and the environment is second to none!
Love the the barnacles family !!!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Branden V.CA, CA03Jan 25, 2024
Alyssa helped me out today and was such a great bartender. She was very welcoming, inviting and very friendly. Kelsey was also very friendly too
I ordered a BLT and it was so good with their Homemade chips!!! Definitely coming back to good ol Mentone Beach!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Jesse G.CA, CA01Feb 11, 2024
Terrible service, only in that they didn't want to serve me because I didn't have my physical Drivers License, even though I had a picture of it, AND alternate forms of ID on me. I was here from another country vacationing in Big Bear. Anyway, we ended up eating at Freckles Kitchen & Tavern, great service there.
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Jenny B.CA, CA01Jul 16, 2023
This was a good local spot until they recently raised their prices. $8.00 - $12.00 for a shot. Not worth the LA bougie prices
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Aug 25, 2019
A friend kept telling me that I needed to stop in to have a "Mexican Candy" drink, so today, I did just that. I wasn't disappointed. My drink was delicious. I also tried some fried pickles and I wasn't disappointed. This place is what a person would call a "dive" bar. Perhaps 'cause it looks like a drinking den. Inside the bar is rather small to me, yet it looks bigger from the outside.
They offer great snacks, drinks and provide a friendly atmosphere here. What seems to be a local favorite neighborhood bar, residents seem gather here to drink and socialize. Outside patio makes an alternative option for socializing here which is nice.
Upkeep around the bar and it's perimeter looks well maintained. Parking is easy and there's plenty of it. Bathrooms were well stocked and well maintained.Helpful 4Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Caren C.Forest Falls, CA24274Jun 22, 2021
Fun little place with out door patio. They have bands and karaoke. Food is good enough. Drinks are good. I will go back!
Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Shelly S.Beverly Hills, CA03113Apr 3, 2022
Nice spot but definitely needs a new sign and updating drinks are good atmosphere not sure about food haven't tried it
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Silvio M.Fontana, CA1893611Jan 12, 2021
Found this little hidden gem a few weeks back. Great service and good food. Beer was cold and they had the game on. Can't complain!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - SB B.CA, CA17Sep 16, 2021
The bar tender at the time was so rude to my party. She told my cousin he couldn't get a beer until his entire party showed their ID. Yeah like we're going to share one beer for a party of 5.
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