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Landmark tavern offering American grub & beer, plus live music & karaoke, in old-fashioned environs.
Hours
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 18761 Main St #120, Groveland, CA 95321
Phone: (209) 962-6244
Website: http://irondoorsaloon.com/
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Reviews
山田Keith
Friendly people and good food. The iron doors look locked, but you are allowed to walk through them. They have vegan and gluten-free options and whatever accommodations you could want.
… morePaul
Alright, this place rocks. An old school dive bar with great wings, awesome atmosphere, friendly staff, and great history what else could you want on a way to Yosemite.
The kitchen had a great variety of bar food with a surprising good selection of both healthy and traditional bar grabs. The wings were incredible. I wouldn’t come here expecting it to be fine dining, but for an easy laid back experience I would definitely come back.
My only complaint it the desert is pretty expensive for what it is. 15 dollars for a pretty small, but delicious, slice of carrot cake. I’m definitely coming back.
… moreThe kitchen had a great variety of bar food with a surprising good selection of both healthy and traditional bar grabs. The wings were incredible. I wouldn’t come here expecting it to be fine dining, but for an easy laid back experience I would definitely come back.
My only complaint it the desert is pretty expensive for what it is. 15 dollars for a pretty small, but delicious, slice of carrot cake. I’m definitely coming back.
Tj Gross
Oldest saloon in California. Lots of room to lounge and hangout. Very relaxed atmosphere. Bring a $1 bill and get it to stick to the ceiling. Legend has it you will have good success in the gold mine and will return to the saloon
… moreMarc Crawford
This place is super cool. The atmosphere here is amazing. Lots of very unique things hanging from the ceiling and on the walls. The staff here is very friendly, professional and helpful. Did not have to wait to long for food after ordering. Everything tasted great. Worth the stop if you are in the area.
… moreSiggi 3301
The Iron Door Saloon in Groveland is absolutely worth a visit! The staff was extremely friendly and attentive, making you feel welcome right away. I especially have to mention the Garlic Fries – the best I’ve ever had! On top of that, the beer was served ice-cold, just the way it should be. The rustic and authentic atmosphere completed the experience perfectly and made the visit truly memorable. A fantastic place I will definitely come back to!
… moreDizard
This place is amazing , this is the oldest saloon in California and the atmosphere there is unique, the food is good , if you are nearby you should go check it out
… moreWook Chung
We weren’t really sure what we would be expecting at a “historic” establishment – the oldest saloon in California. And absolutely, the place screams history. But we weren’t sure because we had kids in our party.
The interior is historic alright, but also really worn down. We were a bit confused as to how to enjoy the atmosphere – whether soak ourselves in 1852 or cut it slack for being quirky in 2025. The ceiling was a bit gross with spitballs of bills stuck to it like a disease. I’m sure there’s some significance here but it was ghastly to say the least. And yes, it is a saloon but they could absolutely use a bit more lighting during the day. Again, at 2pm, it isn’t a nightclub nor a karaoke saloon. Other than this, the entire place is again like a museum with artifacts from all over time hanging from walls and ceilings.
Surprisingly, the food was quite good. The battered fries were near perfection. We were genuinely blown away on the quality of effort that was put into preparation – especially given the cuisine being American comfort food. The bacon burger was juicy and flavorful. The cobb salad was well made except they could’ve used a bit more fresher avocados and eggs. Other than that, it held well together.
Iron Door Saloon has so much potential. All they need to do is “clean it up” a bit and be more museum and lean on history than a run-down, random collection of artifacts. The food backs it up. But everything else comes up short.
The service was friendly but super slow. And I don’t think it was our table only. And there weren’t many in restaurant.
If you are passing by Groveland, and want a bit of history, then this is it. But I wouldn’t recommend it more than once a few years.
… moreThe interior is historic alright, but also really worn down. We were a bit confused as to how to enjoy the atmosphere – whether soak ourselves in 1852 or cut it slack for being quirky in 2025. The ceiling was a bit gross with spitballs of bills stuck to it like a disease. I’m sure there’s some significance here but it was ghastly to say the least. And yes, it is a saloon but they could absolutely use a bit more lighting during the day. Again, at 2pm, it isn’t a nightclub nor a karaoke saloon. Other than this, the entire place is again like a museum with artifacts from all over time hanging from walls and ceilings.
Surprisingly, the food was quite good. The battered fries were near perfection. We were genuinely blown away on the quality of effort that was put into preparation – especially given the cuisine being American comfort food. The bacon burger was juicy and flavorful. The cobb salad was well made except they could’ve used a bit more fresher avocados and eggs. Other than that, it held well together.
Iron Door Saloon has so much potential. All they need to do is “clean it up” a bit and be more museum and lean on history than a run-down, random collection of artifacts. The food backs it up. But everything else comes up short.
The service was friendly but super slow. And I don’t think it was our table only. And there weren’t many in restaurant.
If you are passing by Groveland, and want a bit of history, then this is it. But I wouldn’t recommend it more than once a few years.
Vahid Garshasbi
I recently tried Iron Door Saloon, and it was fantastic! The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, with a nice interior decor. I ordered the Western Burger, and it was delicious—fresh ingredients, well-seasoned, and perfectly cooked. The staff was attentive and friendly, always making sure everything was perfect. The prices were reasonable for the quality, and the portions were just right. Overall it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for a great dining experience in the area!
… moreRostRoss
The food was terrible — almost the worst I’ve ever had. The bread tasted like it wasn’t fresh. My friend ordered avocado toast, and it literally turned out to be just a piece of bread with two thin slices of avocado on top, nothing else. They didn’t even give ranch with the potatoes. The restroom was super inconvenient — about 2×2 and very narrow. The interior in the main hall was nice, and if it weren’t for the performer on stage, I would have given it a 1. The first thing I wanted was tasty food, but the menu turned out to be poor, and the food wasn’t good at all.
… moreFoodie At Heart
A Historical Lunch at the Iron Door Saloon
Had a delightful lunchtime visit to the Iron Door Saloon today. This family-friendly restaurant boasts a rich history, claiming to be the oldest saloon in California. While I can’t vouch for the historical accuracy, the atmosphere certainly held a sense of charm and tradition.
The restaurant itself is spacious and inviting, with a warm ambiance that felt perfect for a casual lunch. We were seated promptly and our server was friendly and attentive.
… moreHad a delightful lunchtime visit to the Iron Door Saloon today. This family-friendly restaurant boasts a rich history, claiming to be the oldest saloon in California. While I can’t vouch for the historical accuracy, the atmosphere certainly held a sense of charm and tradition.
The restaurant itself is spacious and inviting, with a warm ambiance that felt perfect for a casual lunch. We were seated promptly and our server was friendly and attentive.