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Hours
| Saturday | 12 PM–2 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM–2 AM |
| Monday | 2 PM–2 AM |
| Tuesday | 12 PM–2 AM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 12 PM–2 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM–2 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2531 S Coast Hwy 101, Cardiff, CA 92007
Phone: (214) 930-3501
Website: https://krakencardiff.com/
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Reviews
Burrito
Fun place with plenty of pool tables. The outside patio is wide open and a good place away from the crowd plus a good view opposite of the ocean.
The bar is cool with all sorts of knick knacks.
Doesn’t smell gross too.
I had an alright old Fashioned served in a plastic cup. That was different but alright. On the higher prices side.
Sunday night is music night. Crowd is chill and they all dance.
… moreThe bar is cool with all sorts of knick knacks.
Doesn’t smell gross too.
I had an alright old Fashioned served in a plastic cup. That was different but alright. On the higher prices side.
Sunday night is music night. Crowd is chill and they all dance.
Juan Ruiz Martinez
I’ve been coming to this bar for nearly 20 years. I’m now 38, and I have never experienced the level of hostility I did during my most recent visit.
I told the bartender I would be paying with cash and simply asked what the price of the drinks was. Instead of answering, he repeatedly yelled at me to “just give him money” without explaining what anything cost.
The interaction was confusing, hostile, and completely unprofessional. When I asked if his attitude toward me had anything to do with my ethnicity, the situation escalated further.
Afterward, I reviewed the bar’s Google reviews and noticed others reporting very similar experiences. I’ve included screenshots of those reviews as well.
This was extremely disappointing to experience at a place I’ve supported for nearly two decades. I’ve also included a photo of the bartender involved so others are aware of who the interaction was with.
… moreI told the bartender I would be paying with cash and simply asked what the price of the drinks was. Instead of answering, he repeatedly yelled at me to “just give him money” without explaining what anything cost.
The interaction was confusing, hostile, and completely unprofessional. When I asked if his attitude toward me had anything to do with my ethnicity, the situation escalated further.
Afterward, I reviewed the bar’s Google reviews and noticed others reporting very similar experiences. I’ve included screenshots of those reviews as well.
This was extremely disappointing to experience at a place I’ve supported for nearly two decades. I’ve also included a photo of the bartender involved so others are aware of who the interaction was with.
Terrence Greene
This is my favorite place to hang out on Mondays it’s lit!! the tall bartender is super friendly outgoing and attentive. So much fun here with pool and darts!! great place by the beach to chill at with friends. Happy black history month!!
… moreEmmanuel Morales
Bartender (Caucasian tall male) was upset at ME, because his boss doesn’t pay him enough to have a livable wage. I typically tip at the end for the great service , but the bartender refused to pop open a can because i didn’t tip him the first time i ordered a seltzer. As a marginalized minority the situation made me feel that race may have influenced how I was treated. First and last time of ever going there
… moreJay Lack
Best dive bar in Cardiff. Great live music. Pool. Lagoon in back. Ocean In front.
… moreELIZABETH AZ
Horrible customer service from a tall (Caucasia) male tender with beard and a hat. Was arguing with a customer because they didn’t leave a tip on a two beers order. Then proceeded to deny service afterwards. It was hostile, immature and uncalled for. I have never witnessed such a shitty person in my life. It also was not the cleanest environment with the smell of dirty urine and stale beer. If you’re looking for that environment, feel free to visit the kraken.
… moreAngel Torres
So disappointed. This used to be a fun and welcoming bar. Now all it has done is nose dive. I came back on a Friday at sunset after being gone 10 years. I miss my old spot. The bar tender was not personable and acted like patrons were more of a burden than folks she wanted to interact with or get to know. There are plenty of beachside bars in Southern Cali. I will return and visit others instead of Kraken and that is sad.
… moreLilith Of The Valley
We went during lunch time, they did not serve food, but they will allow you to bring food in. The atmosphere is great, lots of older people come. They have 3 pool tables for $1 each to play (bring quarters, but they have a coin machine if you need it). The music they play is mostly rock music, but you can request any song through their digital jukebox for a small fee. There’s a small dance floor, and they play love music at nighttime (you can check the schedules on their website).
… moreElizabeth N
Great bar! Saw Horseshoe Lucky perform 3/3/2024 to a packed house. Loved the music and the atmosphere. We had a wonderful time!
… moreRoss Stevenson Hunter
We just stopped in for a beer and pool just as their were opening. Nice biker beach bar atmosphere.
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