James Munson
Being from out of town we started looking for a bar to watch my Rams Sunday Saturday night. Kevin the owner his bartender Madison took care of us. We returned for Sundays game Kevin had or drinks poured before we even sat down . Madison took over from then as Kevin had like 20 TVs to get ready for our game. We ordered wings biggest I’ve had and on point. Locals made us feel welcomed and we were last ones in the bar after all Bears fans bailed . If I lived local I’d be there every Sunday so give them a try you won’t be disappointed. We will be back.
… morejeff polbort
Very friendly staff good bar food if you like to be horses or watch sports this is a very cool place. Definitely would recommend
… moreJeff Garland
I was excited to see the New OC Tavern since the change of ownership and remodel. On the positive, the new layout works. I would recommend Hightower around the dance floor and dimming the lights in the bar when the band is playing.
On the negative, horrible service. Servers did not deliver drinks for 45 minutes. While waiting for my drink order, I noticed servers taking out bar trash. Gross that the same servers were delivering food. Managers need to step it up or this place will close.
… moreP T
Your typical sports bar that also happens to have the extra benefit of the Off Track Betting back room– should you be blocked on i5 due to road closesure and need a betting fix. Taps were all out of order but the bottles were cold and plentiful. Didn’t eat there but what I saw looked decent for your typical bar food. Plenty of tvs too to get your game on!
… moreThe Mid Life Traveler Lexie Lee
We were pleasantly surprised to find healthy delicious salads that day. If we lived there we would definitely go back. The staff were great too, tons of TV’s, love this place!
… moreJoseph Latorre II
San Clemente has a new kitchen and chef that may very well be the best in town. We also have a menu that may be the best value in town. The food is absolutely unbelievable, actually had to eat three entrees it was that good. I started out with the Meat Lovers pizza, the dough, sauce and abundance of toppings made it one of the best pizzas I have ever had. It reminded me of my Grandma’s home made.
Next I went onto the Cajun Salmon, the Salmon literaly melted apart, the Cajun seasoning was bold but not over salted, there was also a Safron sauce had me thinking of delicious paella, the presentation with the shark fin tortilla chip was an awesome touch as well.
Now for the grand finale and best part the Ciopino, the best I have ever had, the tomato base was to die for, with some really nice sweetness to it but no acid. It was packed full of so much amazing fish i couldn’t believe it. The lobster tail was substantial and pulled right out of the shell. I am so blessed to have this awesome establishment two blocks from home. First time here and I am hooked as regular.
Last but not least was the beer, I had the Artifex IPA and it was cold, bold and crisp. Everything here is so clean it was like John Tapper was here earlier in the day. Our waitress Taylor was amazing: knowledgeble and super attnetive. The New OC Tavern is rescue for the record books. What an awesome way to spend my birthday. THANK YOU The New OC Tavern, your loyal patron, Joseph
… moreJay Sievertson
First time ever being there on 8/16 and was excited to check out the place. I wanted to get some food and a couple of beers. I was there to meet an old friend but I was about 45 minutes early. Unfortunately, I got there around 2-2:30 and the bartender Kimberly (I think. Black hair. Pierced eyebrow) was pissed off at the world and she let me and the nice couple next to me at the bar know it a few times before I could get my first beer. I had to ask her for it which seemed inconvenient for her and now I obviously felt bad vibes of course. She never asked me if I wanted to eat or drink anything. I never saw a menu. She kept saying that she “wasn’t supposed to be here” and complaining about the place and staff etc etc. About 20 minutes later I was a little nervous to ask her to put on the NFL channel but I did and she barked at me saying “I don’t even watch TV so I dont know”. I’ve managed bars and restaurants and I had enough of her unprofessionalism and finally said, “well you work in a sports bar, you need to know these things. I’m just a customer. Do you want me to grab someone that can do it?” She never spoke to me again and a few minutes later went over to the TV and put it on the right channel but it didn’t come on so it was a blank screen and she just walked away and didn’t care. It stayed blank for the next 30+ minutes. My beer was empty for awhile and she knew it because she kept looking at it and blowing me off. I was nervous to ask her for another one but I did and of course she gave me an attitude like I was bothering her. She put it in front of me and walked away. During all of this, the couple next to me had been trying to get another round and finally gave up. They joked with me saying “good luck with her” and we laughed and they left. The girl that took over for her was nice and normal and did her job. I don’t think I’ll be back but If I do and Kimberly is behind the bar, I’ll walk in and walk out and go somewhere thats professional. I’ll give them my money.
… moreMark Ferris
Large enough to get seated and find a TV which is rare in socal. Service is always with a beautiful smile and beers are cold. Breakfast burrito is amazing. Skinny and fat ! Heaters on patio. Lots of parking in back. I see children on Sunday afternoons usually so kids are welcome. Please like this post if you find helpful.
… moreTyler Gorden
This place was nice. Everyone there seemed to be in a community of sorts. The nachos are not good if you are sober but I can imagine that it doesnt matter when you are intoxicated. The servers were very nice and there was a pretty cool dog just cruising around the place. When I arrived it was sunset and it looked amazing. The picture attatched is what it looked like. Everyone was nice to everyone and overall it was a good experience. I would reccomend this place if you are looking for a drink and a good time.
… moreM. H.
Had the sampler platter for lunch just to get a taste of a few different things. Excellent! The wings were particularly good. The staff is friendly and takes care of the customers. Great place to get some food and watch the game.
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