S/O TO STACY!! She is one of a kind server/bartender. Her energy is only positive and uplifting..please keep her forever!!
Jayme Romero
Bartender was nice and made good drinks but thought it was funny to bite my brand new drivers license so now it has teeth marks. I am still upset. 2/26/24 from 9:30-11:50 pm. Cost $33 to
Service: 3
Michael Rowe
Great place to get a brew !!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Brandon Bushnell
They discriminate against people with disabilities. I have a disability that causes my hands to tremble. The bartender, who I think was named Mike and was a stocky white gentleman with very short hair, repeatedly accused me of being on drugs. He also made me perform a "field sobriety test" by tracking my eyes with his fingers before he would serve me, even though I explained that I had a disability. Even after I passed his "test" he continued to make humiliating remarks accusing me of being intoxicated on substances, even though I explained to him that I have a disability that causes physical tremors. At one point he said "I know you're on something but I'll still serve you." This was very humiliating and awkward, and caused me further stress. Discrimination against people with disabilities is against federal and state law. I attached a photo of my Medicare card, I am 35 and only eligible for Medicare at my age because I have a disability.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
Margel L.
It was my first time here. On a Thursday night, it was dead. Which I liked bc I don't do well with heavy crowds. Staff were all friendly. If you haven't been here, there's technically 3 different spots: the dance floor, 2 activity rooms. Each had boots and tables to sit and just enjoy. They have 3 billiard tables, a foosball table, and 2 shuffle boards. They take about 4 quarters per game. They do have a changing coin if you don't have any. I like the vibe here. But I'm giving this a 3 stars bc one of the rooms I guess is considered a smoking place. If you hate the smell of cigarettes or have any respiratory problems, please save yourself the trouble and don't come here. They do have a non smoking area (I presume), bc no one was smoking in that area. That's where my friends and I went. I gotta say, the smokers were apologetic of them saying which was really sweet. I'd come back here again.
Jun O.
Great experience, Omar went above and beyond for my party. Great server and great customer service!
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NO FOREIGNERS ALLOWED.I am 31 years old, grew up my whole life in right here in Orange County. I’ve spent the last 9 years living and working outside the USA, and after 7 years of not being home, I finally flew to California for a visit.My California IDs are expired since I do not reside in the USA anymore. (I do security work in the Middle East and reside in one of the countries in that region) They refused to accept my drivers license from the country I reside in, along with my government ID Card from the country I live and work in. I explained to the security guard at the door along with his supervisor, that I am no longer a CA resident and am just here visiting. They refused to accept me, telling me they have a policy where they only accept U.S. ID. They told me to “go get my passport and bring it to the bar”. Every other bar in the area let me in that weekend with those IDs. Since then I’ve noticed that there are several other bad reviews about similar incidents where people with IDs from foreign countries are not accepted at Goathill Tavern. Like I wrote before I do security work in the most dangerous part of the world and I more than anyone else understand the life and job of security people and all the policies, But it is just so ridiculous to expect someone who is traveling , to go to a bar with their passport and risk loosing it in a noisy crowded bar. Every other bar we went to gladly accepted me with my foreign IDs. I encourage management to re-assess this policy, because it is essentially a policy that enforces a “No Foreigners allowed” atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Terrence Y.
It's the definition of a longstanding dive bar. It's been here for 55 years so it's a classic. It's known for all their beers on tap, but it's also a full bar with any option of cocktails. The service is fast and friendly and the prices are great during happy hour.
Amir Salout
The bartender were extremely efficient and friendly. Great widely of selection of beers and alcohol drinks. With games available to enjoy.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Kaleigh Laurino
This is such a great spot. Pool tables, great crown, great service. I went on a slow night and it was awesome but it looks like it would be so fun and rowdy on a weekend night. Oh, and you can smoke inside.
Great bar with an awesome vibe, phenomenal drink selection and the atmosphere is on point, if I lived closer I would be here minimum once a week!
Ruben Chavez
First time to this place.The music itself was fire. The atmosphere was great. My friends and I had a great time here. Great spot to chill or dance or whatever your mood is.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Modelo Negra, IPA Hours
Walt White
Local dive bar with loads of beers on tap, three pool tables, two shuffle boards, and passageway to a neighboring bar with a dance floor, and great music.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
James K.
Great fun and busy place. Love decor, peanut shells on the floor and so many taps of beer to choose from...
Robyn O.
This is my favorite neighborhood bar in Costa Mesa! There's always a fun crowd any day of the week. The bartenders, Joe, and Nick are super attentive and always have our favorite drinks on hand. One time, Joe ran out to get it for us when they were out! Their founders hours are unmatched with half off drinks. Love this place!
S/O TO STACY!! She is one of a kind server/bartender. Her energy is only positive and uplifting..please keep her forever!!
Bartender was nice and made good drinks but thought it was funny to bite my brand new drivers license so now it has teeth marks. I am still upset. 2/26/24 from 9:30-11:50 pm. Cost $33 to
Service: 3
Great place to get a brew !!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
They discriminate against people with disabilities. I have a disability that causes my hands to tremble. The bartender, who I think was named Mike and was a stocky white gentleman with very short hair, repeatedly accused me of being on drugs. He also made me perform a "field sobriety test" by tracking my eyes with his fingers before he would serve me, even though I explained that I had a disability. Even after I passed his "test" he continued to make humiliating remarks accusing me of being intoxicated on substances, even though I explained to him that I have a disability that causes physical tremors. At one point he said "I know you're on something but I'll still serve you." This was very humiliating and awkward, and caused me further stress. Discrimination against people with disabilities is against federal and state law. I attached a photo of my Medicare card, I am 35 and only eligible for Medicare at my age because I have a disability.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
It was my first time here. On a Thursday night, it was dead. Which I liked bc I don't do well with heavy crowds. Staff were all friendly. If you haven't been here, there's technically 3 different spots: the dance floor, 2 activity rooms. Each had boots and tables to sit and just enjoy. They have 3 billiard tables, a foosball table, and 2 shuffle boards. They take about 4 quarters per game. They do have a changing coin if you don't have any. I like the vibe here. But I'm giving this a 3 stars bc one of the rooms I guess is considered a smoking place. If you hate the smell of cigarettes or have any respiratory problems, please save yourself the trouble and don't come here. They do have a non smoking area (I presume), bc no one was smoking in that area. That's where my friends and I went. I gotta say, the smokers were apologetic of them saying which was really sweet. I'd come back here again.
Great experience, Omar went above and beyond for my party. Great server and great customer service!
NO FOREIGNERS ALLOWED.I am 31 years old, grew up my whole life in right here in Orange County. I’ve spent the last 9 years living and working outside the USA, and after 7 years of not being home, I finally flew to California for a visit.My California IDs are expired since I do not reside in the USA anymore. (I do security work in the Middle East and reside in one of the countries in that region) They refused to accept my drivers license from the country I reside in, along with my government ID Card from the country I live and work in. I explained to the security guard at the door along with his supervisor, that I am no longer a CA resident and am just here visiting. They refused to accept me, telling me they have a policy where they only accept U.S. ID. They told me to “go get my passport and bring it to the bar”. Every other bar in the area let me in that weekend with those IDs. Since then I’ve noticed that there are several other bad reviews about similar incidents where people with IDs from foreign countries are not accepted at Goathill Tavern. Like I wrote before I do security work in the most dangerous part of the world and I more than anyone else understand the life and job of security people and all the policies, But it is just so ridiculous to expect someone who is traveling , to go to a bar with their passport and risk loosing it in a noisy crowded bar. Every other bar we went to gladly accepted me with my foreign IDs. I encourage management to re-assess this policy, because it is essentially a policy that enforces a “No Foreigners allowed” atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
It's the definition of a longstanding dive bar. It's been here for 55 years so it's a classic. It's known for all their beers on tap, but it's also a full bar with any option of cocktails. The service is fast and friendly and the prices are great during happy hour.
The bartender were extremely efficient and friendly. Great widely of selection of beers and alcohol drinks. With games available to enjoy.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This is such a great spot. Pool tables, great crown, great service. I went on a slow night and it was awesome but it looks like it would be so fun and rowdy on a weekend night. Oh, and you can smoke inside.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great bar with an awesome vibe, phenomenal drink selection and the atmosphere is on point, if I lived closer I would be here minimum once a week!
First time to this place.The music itself was fire. The atmosphere was great. My friends and I had a great time here. Great spot to chill or dance or whatever your mood is.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Modelo Negra, IPA Hours
Local dive bar with loads of beers on tap, three pool tables, two shuffle boards, and passageway to a neighboring bar with a dance floor, and great music.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great fun and busy place. Love decor, peanut shells on the floor and so many taps of beer to choose from...
This is my favorite neighborhood bar in Costa Mesa! There's always a fun crowd any day of the week. The bartenders, Joe, and Nick are super attentive and always have our favorite drinks on hand. One time, Joe ran out to get it for us when they were out! Their founders hours are unmatched with half off drinks. Love this place!