Dirty banana shots and sharks, what more could ya want
John “poidaddy” Poister
I was visiting family for the holidays. I visited the Sandbar, to watch a Chiefs game. It was awesome they hosted a potluck and had random specials for shots. Everyone was inviting and chatty. Best of all super dog friendly. I mean like, dogs off leash with no one freaking out. I loved my visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Ash
The Sandbar is one of those places that will always be iconic in Lawrence. Yes, every bar can be a lot of fun.. HOWEVER, Sandbar is an experience. It is a party every night.They have fantastic drinks, with fun toys, and lights.The music is loud! All kinds of tunes to get you moving and singing.Extremely colorful, with pictures all over the walls. Years and years of memories.The people are a joy.A destination stop!Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp to get into the door however this establishment is quite small.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shark Attack
Eren Miller
Very mediocre straight man hit on me here. Just what I expected from the sandbar. Got a shark, popcorn was litty. 5 stars
Randy Delp
Fun little spot with awesome drinks. Cheap too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Matt Manternach
Quickly became my favorite place in town. A definite must see!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Nathan Lee
Loved this place! Was in Kansas City for my birthday this year and saw this place in reviews. I figured it was close enough that we made the trek to it, and it didn't disappoint! First time in Lawrence, and as soon as we walked in the door of the Sandbar, you could feel the vibe of the room even though it wasn't busy. Staff was friendly and welcoming. I'm coming back to Lawrence in March for my birthday from Minnesota just for this bar!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shark Attack
Duke James
It's the Sandbar. Good vibes, great music, good drinks, great times.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shark Attack
John Martin
Always a good time at this dive bar! Especially at the car wash ?
I had such a good time there tonight! Fewer people in town I think since it's Labor Day weekend. But from the moment I got there it felt like the DJ had my Apple Music connected because I knew every song and they were all bops. I will say the crackhead homeless population outside is a slight turn off but I think that's a government issue and certainly has nothing to do with this specific establishment. Also JP the bouncer is super chill and has good energy. That man needs a raise with all the chaos that happens on that street after midnight that should literally be none of his business but becomes his business b/c it's by Sandbar.
Shawn DeJarnett
Was over served. Great tropical drinks and great timr
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julie Davidson
?What a freaking hoot!! LololI had heard about this place! I was at Buskers Day, stopped in here ??? We sat outside watching it all, having our Shark Drinks and!! Free popcorn ? 100% we will be back and bring friends
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shark Attack
LastNovember (Chris)
Definitely a young spot but the drinks are fun and the atmosphere is lively. Dirty bananas are cute and the themed cocktails are adorable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Teresa H.
I took my Co-worker here after we had dinner/drinks at another Restaurant. The Busker Festival was going on so we walked around downtown Lawrence. I suggested we go down to The Sandbar to get a drink. We were both ID'd when we got to the door, as there were festival shenanigans going on right outside. There were tables to sit out on the little patio but we opted to stay in and sit at the bar top since they were playing great music inside. The Sand Bar is kind of a hole in the wall, it is a very small narrow bar, and it can get packed. It's a fun local bar to go to. Our Bartender Joe was Great which is why we stayed inside. He made funny small talk and suggestions on drinks-I wanted fruity-girly drinks and Joe delivered! There was another bartender that was fun too-I didn't catch his name however. They had several pre made drinks coming out of a tap-they were good, I tried several. Joe did bring us some popcorn from their popcorn machine which was nice. We had a great time hanging out there.
The best bartender works on Saturday afternoons!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Dirty banana shots and sharks, what more could ya want
I was visiting family for the holidays. I visited the Sandbar, to watch a Chiefs game. It was awesome they hosted a potluck and had random specials for shots. Everyone was inviting and chatty. Best of all super dog friendly. I mean like, dogs off leash with no one freaking out. I loved my visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The Sandbar is one of those places that will always be iconic in Lawrence. Yes, every bar can be a lot of fun.. HOWEVER, Sandbar is an experience. It is a party every night.They have fantastic drinks, with fun toys, and lights.The music is loud! All kinds of tunes to get you moving and singing.Extremely colorful, with pictures all over the walls. Years and years of memories.The people are a joy.A destination stop!Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp to get into the door however this establishment is quite small.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shark Attack
Very mediocre straight man hit on me here. Just what I expected from the sandbar. Got a shark, popcorn was litty. 5 stars
Fun little spot with awesome drinks. Cheap too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Quickly became my favorite place in town. A definite must see!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Loved this place! Was in Kansas City for my birthday this year and saw this place in reviews. I figured it was close enough that we made the trek to it, and it didn't disappoint! First time in Lawrence, and as soon as we walked in the door of the Sandbar, you could feel the vibe of the room even though it wasn't busy. Staff was friendly and welcoming. I'm coming back to Lawrence in March for my birthday from Minnesota just for this bar!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shark Attack
It's the Sandbar. Good vibes, great music, good drinks, great times.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shark Attack
Always a good time at this dive bar! Especially at the car wash ?
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shark Attack
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I had such a good time there tonight! Fewer people in town I think since it's Labor Day weekend. But from the moment I got there it felt like the DJ had my Apple Music connected because I knew every song and they were all bops. I will say the crackhead homeless population outside is a slight turn off but I think that's a government issue and certainly has nothing to do with this specific establishment. Also JP the bouncer is super chill and has good energy. That man needs a raise with all the chaos that happens on that street after midnight that should literally be none of his business but becomes his business b/c it's by Sandbar.
Was over served. Great tropical drinks and great timr
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
?What a freaking hoot!! LololI had heard about this place! I was at Buskers Day, stopped in here ??? We sat outside watching it all, having our Shark Drinks and!! Free popcorn ? 100% we will be back and bring friends
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shark Attack
Definitely a young spot but the drinks are fun and the atmosphere is lively. Dirty bananas are cute and the themed cocktails are adorable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
I took my Co-worker here after we had dinner/drinks at another Restaurant. The Busker Festival was going on so we walked around downtown Lawrence. I suggested we go down to The Sandbar to get a drink. We were both ID'd when we got to the door, as there were festival shenanigans going on right outside. There were tables to sit out on the little patio but we opted to stay in and sit at the bar top since they were playing great music inside. The Sand Bar is kind of a hole in the wall, it is a very small narrow bar, and it can get packed. It's a fun local bar to go to. Our Bartender Joe was Great which is why we stayed inside. He made funny small talk and suggestions on drinks-I wanted fruity-girly drinks and Joe delivered! There was another bartender that was fun too-I didn't catch his name however. They had several pre made drinks coming out of a tap-they were good, I tried several. Joe did bring us some popcorn from their popcorn machine which was nice. We had a great time hanging out there.