A cool little local spot that has been around for almost 100 years. Hang with the locals and hear some good stories. Bring your quarters for the pool table. They have wine and beer. Your choice. Plenty of parking. Not a busy place, sometimes they close early, depends on the crowd. Good place for a dinner time drink.
Ed U.
This fairly hidden tavern in Rodeo reminded me of an old episode of Rod Serling's "Night Gallery". It was about a salesman, a 25-year veteran of a plastics company who had a few too many at lunch. His favorite bar was about to be torn down. However, when he tried to enter, he heard the ghostly voices of long-ago colleagues and friends singing "For He's a Jolly Good Fellow". I wasn't having the same hallucination, but...It sure had that old-timey vibe that made it feel exclusive to the locals who were obviously regular patrons. I was greeted warmly by the bartender who immediately saw me as not from these parts. They only serve beer and wine, so I had a $4.50 bottle of Stella Artois (photo: bit.ly/3KvcwW8) as the regulars went about with their conversations and pool playing. It honestly felt like a hallucination about to disappear the moment I leave. Maybe they did.BEER - 4 stars...no argument about a bottle of beerAMBIANCE - 4 stars...very vintage space like a post-WWII scene in a small town tavernSERVICE - 4 stars...treated me swellTOTAL - 4 stars...was it just my imagination?RELATED - Exploring this part of Contra Costa County? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: bit.ly/2VyCP18
nancy wright
Good people
NewKids 510
My son and I both feel very welcome, & comfortable when we come to Lakemans.Everyone is so welcoming.
Dave B.
I came out here for an appointment at Aloha body. But ended up here if you're in the area you should definitely stop by and check this historic bar out. Especially if you are in the mood for a nice glass of good wine or a cold beer
Cindy Dominguez
Her and George have been our landlords since 1985. The most kindest people I've known.
Xxammi Nation
Very beautiful atmosphere lovely people! Pool table for tournaments and fun, cards as well. Serves wine and beer, smoking outside with seating, also bar cat comes around here and there and I think it's the best. Will most definitely come more often! I give this place five stars.
Richard Belden
Extremely charming and welcoming, an older & calmer place . Great for conversations and a slice of old Americana . pool table and old school jukebox with variety of songs .
Tina M.
Beautiful old fashioned place. Lorraine is 102 yrs old, and is still running it. What a step back in time, and history.
Great "Cheers" type bar. Very friendly Beer and Wine Bar. Family owned.
Simon L.
If you're looking to experience what a clean and friendly, low key neighborhood bar can be, then put Lakeman's Club on your list. Family owned since 1939, Lakeman's Club serves up beer, wine and friendship on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays on 1st Street in Rodeo California. Whether you are stopping in for a cool one and a bag of chips or to join in a game of pool, this throwback to a time when the living was easy will not only quench your thirst, it will refresh your soul.
Eric H.
A friend of mine told me about this place. Good call. I liked it and would recommend it. Great happy hour tumbs up
Kara B.
A divey bar. Not a dive/dirty/sweaty-old-man, bar. This bar reminded me of a place my Madrina would have taken over. A wine and beer only bar. A true neighborhood bar that stays open until... Everyone, leaves happy. Could be 10pm? Could be 2am? You will count yourself lucky to arrive here when they're open. I loved the casual, friendly feel of this place. The bartender was awesome, and very friendly. The woman at the back, near the old stove reminded me of a funny, loving Auntie. There's one pool table, and that's all they need... Keeping it nice and cozy. The night I visited, they were sharing a nice lemon bunt cake. I asked, "what's the occasion?" That awesome bartender replies, "because cake is good!" Yes! Because, CAKE.
Mr. T B.
This is a great family owned bar with lots of local history, just ask the other patrons. A must is the linguica and egg sandwich they are famous for, but you gotta go early. Wonderful people.
Gotta try Molly's Philly cheese!!Amazing!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
A cool little local spot that has been around for almost 100 years. Hang with the locals and hear some good stories. Bring your quarters for the pool table. They have wine and beer. Your choice. Plenty of parking. Not a busy place, sometimes they close early, depends on the crowd. Good place for a dinner time drink.
This fairly hidden tavern in Rodeo reminded me of an old episode of Rod Serling's "Night Gallery". It was about a salesman, a 25-year veteran of a plastics company who had a few too many at lunch. His favorite bar was about to be torn down. However, when he tried to enter, he heard the ghostly voices of long-ago colleagues and friends singing "For He's a Jolly Good Fellow". I wasn't having the same hallucination, but...It sure had that old-timey vibe that made it feel exclusive to the locals who were obviously regular patrons. I was greeted warmly by the bartender who immediately saw me as not from these parts. They only serve beer and wine, so I had a $4.50 bottle of Stella Artois (photo: bit.ly/3KvcwW8) as the regulars went about with their conversations and pool playing. It honestly felt like a hallucination about to disappear the moment I leave. Maybe they did.BEER - 4 stars...no argument about a bottle of beerAMBIANCE - 4 stars...very vintage space like a post-WWII scene in a small town tavernSERVICE - 4 stars...treated me swellTOTAL - 4 stars...was it just my imagination?RELATED - Exploring this part of Contra Costa County? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: bit.ly/2VyCP18
Good people
My son and I both feel very welcome, & comfortable when we come to Lakemans.Everyone is so welcoming.
I came out here for an appointment at Aloha body. But ended up here if you're in the area you should definitely stop by and check this historic bar out. Especially if you are in the mood for a nice glass of good wine or a cold beer
Her and George have been our landlords since 1985. The most kindest people I've known.
Very beautiful atmosphere lovely people! Pool table for tournaments and fun, cards as well. Serves wine and beer, smoking outside with seating, also bar cat comes around here and there and I think it's the best. Will most definitely come more often! I give this place five stars.
Extremely charming and welcoming, an older & calmer place . Great for conversations and a slice of old Americana . pool table and old school jukebox with variety of songs .
Beautiful old fashioned place. Lorraine is 102 yrs old, and is still running it. What a step back in time, and history.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great "Cheers" type bar. Very friendly Beer and Wine Bar. Family owned.
If you're looking to experience what a clean and friendly, low key neighborhood bar can be, then put Lakeman's Club on your list. Family owned since 1939, Lakeman's Club serves up beer, wine and friendship on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays on 1st Street in Rodeo California. Whether you are stopping in for a cool one and a bag of chips or to join in a game of pool, this throwback to a time when the living was easy will not only quench your thirst, it will refresh your soul.
A friend of mine told me about this place. Good call. I liked it and would recommend it. Great happy hour tumbs up
A divey bar. Not a dive/dirty/sweaty-old-man, bar. This bar reminded me of a place my Madrina would have taken over. A wine and beer only bar. A true neighborhood bar that stays open until... Everyone, leaves happy. Could be 10pm? Could be 2am? You will count yourself lucky to arrive here when they're open. I loved the casual, friendly feel of this place. The bartender was awesome, and very friendly. The woman at the back, near the old stove reminded me of a funny, loving Auntie. There's one pool table, and that's all they need... Keeping it nice and cozy. The night I visited, they were sharing a nice lemon bunt cake. I asked, "what's the occasion?" That awesome bartender replies, "because cake is good!" Yes! Because, CAKE.
This is a great family owned bar with lots of local history, just ask the other patrons. A must is the linguica and egg sandwich they are famous for, but you gotta go early. Wonderful people.