
Hours
| Friday | 5 PM–1 AM |
| Saturday | 5 PM–1 AM |
| Sunday | 3–11 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6–11 PM |
| Thursday | 6–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2948 Randolph Av unit B, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Phone: (657) 600-8477
Website: https://www.thecowboysandpoodles.com/
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Reviews
The inside of the speakeasy was very Western themed and decorated. The bar was placed right in the center of the room, covered by what seemed to be the hood of a covered wagon. To the left, an old-timey carriage. To the left, a confession booth bathed in sinful red light. You can sit in either of these props, or saddle up on a horse’s behind next to the bar.
On this particular Wednesday night, there was a very nice man offering free spirit samples in the back corner of the bar. His name was Michael, and let us try several of the spirits from his brand, Tin City Distillery. I really liked the Fig Brandy and Chocolate Vodka, which he said won double gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
The bartenders were very nice and efficient. I had the Cowboy Blues, which was a Paper Plane inspired cocktail with blueberry. The drink was well rounded, having the depth from the bourbon, but still light and refreshing from the blueberry and lemon. My favorite drink of the night, however, was the Sundance Kid, which was very light and easy to drink.
I had a great time at Cowboys and Poodles, but a minor incident with other guests did affect my night when I went to use the restroom. The restrooms are gender-neutral and single-occupancy. When I tried the door, it was locked, so I stepped aside and waited. A moment later, a woman briefly opened the door, saw me, glared, and shut it again. “Odd,” I thought as I continued to wait.
My friend later walked over to ask if it was still occupied. When he gently checked the handle — which was still locked — the same woman opened the door again, glared at us, and said, “Can you guys chill? There are women in here,” before leaving with her friend. It became clear that two people had been using the single-use restroom together for quite some time. I don’t believe the restroom was being used for its intended purpose, and in a bar where many guests will naturally need to use the facilities, long waits caused by misuse can be frustrating. I also felt unfairly antagonized despite behaving exactly as any waiting guest would. While I understand the bar cannot control every guest’s behavior, this experience did highlight how easily the restrooms can become bottlenecked — especially since there is no indicator on the doors showing when they are occupied.
It may be helpful for the business to keep an eye on restroom usage, or consider adding an occupied/vacant indicator, to ensure all guests can access the facilities at a reasonable pace. For context, the second restroom was also in use, though by a single person who did not react negatively when someone checked the handle — which is understandable given that there is no way to tell from the outside whether the restroom is occupied.
Overall, I had a great time at Cowboys and Poodles. I really liked the free spirit sampling. I thought the decor was really cool. And I thought the drinks were yummy. I hope to have a better experience on my next visit.
Unique seating adds to the experience: we were cozy in the confessional box (perfect for 2), while another group fit comfortably in the carriage (seating 4). A disco ball throws playful reflections across the space, layering modern nightlife energy over the speakeasy’s quirky, vintage feel.
The bartenders were attentive & fun, & during our visit there was even a tattoo pop-up happening inside..complete with someone getting inked while sipping cocktails. It’s eclectic, memorable, & one-of-a-kind.
We will definitely be back!
The staff is friendly and makes you feel welcome right away. The live music adds a nice touch and brings the room to life without being too loud.
Whether you’re out with friends or looking for a relaxed place to enjoy a drink, Cowboys and Poodles is an easy choice. I’d happily recommend it.