Luckily, this place is always jammed. It's a bar, locals bar, and always busy. If you are looking for an alternative from the pier. This is it. It's one of the few dives left. I wish prices were a little less expensive, but it gives the locals vibes. Food is not special, but it's adequate bar food. They even have Pho, which sells really well. It's a little oiler than authentic Pho, but this will get you through in a pinch. So, I have a new rating system......I will be write what I feel honestly about an establishment. The only ratings I will give are 5 stars, which is enjoyable, or 3 stars which is "needs work." read more

I had one of the best patty melts of all time here! My friend ordered a grilled cheese sandwich which she raved about, and another friend got the chicken tenders which also received great reviews. Fun little dive bar with good food! read more

The pros, it's a divey bar and that good old vibe that can only happen in a dive bar. You know sticky floors and non bused tables! All the makings of a DIVE! The cons, I waited for 10 minutes for a drink while I watched the bartender, one of two brunette women, literally ignore me, and take orders from the men around me. What happened to customer service? As someone who has bartended in the hustle and bustle of a dive, it's not a good look to watch bartenders picking and choosing who to serve. Just when I was about fed up... Interestingly enough, a kind older lady who also had to switch positions to try and get the other brunette bartenders attention, and came in after me was finally able to order drinks-- and she ordered a drink for me with her orders - she ordered about five cocktails. Ok cool. I witnessed them serving ONE woman, who had a large check! Then I see my friend also waiting, a woman of course, and waiting and waiting and waiting.... She had to get her husband to go order. And finally, I met a sweet couple sitting at the bar, her boyfriend had to ask the "bartenders" if we wanted anything because again - they were not about serving the women folk! And he said this bar is known for that.. WELL YOU DON'T SAY?! Now, here is the thing, how slow do you have to be to not serve women, when on average women actually tip better, but more importantly, you never know WHO you are serving and what the impact of that will be. Well folks here we are! If you are looking for a place that's small, with "bartenders" that pick and choose who to serve, questionable music choices, stanky ass restrooms... this is your spot! As for meeee, I'll never return unless my friends force me. read more

Barnacles Bar & Grill - Dive Bars Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

We visited barnacles for a company retreat and had the barnacles special. It made our whole trip and we can't wait to come back! - ConOps team read more

Barnacles Bar & Grill - Outdoor bar - Dive Bars Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

$12 cocktails right off the boardwalk. Dog friendly outdoor patio. TV on the patio to watch sports and games. Friendly dive right at the end of the boardwalk read more

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We were looking for a low-key divey kind of atmosphere to chill and drink for the night. While this bar has the dive-bar LOOK, it falls short in every other way. Music is just loud enough to make the very young crowd yell over it. Drinks are pricey, service was poor. Bathrooms were hazardous. Would not return or recommend. read more

I stopped in at Barnacles twice in the last week. I don't drink so I can't comment on the cocktails, but I have to say my sandwiches were damn good on both occasions. My first meal was their beef cheesesteak sandwich. It was super flavorful with really good bread. It came with a side really tasty fries. I had my second sandwich today. I ordered the BLT and it was super tasty with the very delicious fries on the side. I was served quickly and sat out on the patio. So, if you're hungry and want a damn good sandwich give Barnacles Bar and Grill a try. read more

WOMEN PLEASE BEWARE! barnacles staff is not safe for women. on January 18th, I went to barnacles with a group of friends. they have two single use restrooms which required by law (AB 1732) are all gender restrooms. the women's restroom was occupied. so i went to the other single use restroom available which was a men's room. a member of the staff @ barnacles-- (he was hispanic and roughly around 5'5 in height) came into the restroom I was in while I was unbuttoning my pants and pulling them down. he pulled me out by the back of my jacket, and out of the restroom because I was using a men's restroom-- that isn't compliant with code signage, and is in fact gender neutral. this is illegal in california (AB 1782) which barnacles is NOT compliant with, and has staff members that will quite literally follow women like myself into a single use restroom.. that legally is GENDER NEUTRAL and physically pull you out and not allow you to use. I felt violated, I felt embarrassed. when he came in and pulled me out, he said "NO" "you cannot be in here" "you know that" "you are not allowed". every women should be aware of this danger when entering barnacles-- that they have staff that will not stop at anything and enter into restrooms that are in use, to physically enforce this illegal practice. read more

I don't generally like the rain but Raini pours the best drinks. Doesnt generally smile but when she does the sun comes out! She is pretty good at baseball and has some sick tattoos (especially the spoon). The bar is pretty cool 10/10 would recommend to a friend. read more

Various daily food specials, divey bar food YUM metered parking, walking distance to beach. Small town friendly service. Fun local hangout.

Great atmosphere, great food, and the people are amazing. My first visit to Hermosa Beach, and came across this bar and stopped by for a drink and a bite. The executive owner, Taytay, greeting myself and the group, and gave us the greatest hospitality of the day. read more

Barnacles Bar & Grill - Cheese quesadilla - Dive Bars Near Me - Hermosa Beach, California

I went to Barnacles Bar and Grill today for lunch. I was intrigued to find a Chicago Dog on their menu. I was met at the bar by Courtney who was delightful and highly recommended the Chicago Dog and Fries. They were both fantastic!! I even ordered a 2nd dog! So good. read more

First time here. Friendly bartenders and very attentive. Popular spot for locals for sure, place was packed.

Dive Bar Review #2 - I've only been here twice. Once with a friend and we were inside pre-quarantine. I wasn't even aware of an outdoor patio. Crowded restaurants with an hour wait necessitated a drive to my neighboring Hermosa and my buddy and I ended up here. It fit our criteria, an outdoor patio and voila, one parking spot on the street. It's a sign. Sign of good times! There was literally one table for two and we snagged it. Ordered a few drinks, served in plastic cups but cheap! What more could I ask?! No food, no frills and no weirdos...at least we didn't encounter any that night. Great conversation and company. I'll be back but I prefer the patio versus sitting inside anyway. read more

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Awesome chill local spot with reasonable prices and a great sound system on the jukebox! Shoutout to Alex for being a gem of a host.

Had Thanksgiving dinner there since we went there last year and it had been so good. This year was not so good due to the poor service. C.M. seems to be ok as a bartender but when it comes to waiting on customers her attitude and service is improper. Her friend that brought in the continually barking little dog was really annoying and loud. At least I know it can be good here, like anyplace it can vary a lot depending on who's working. Also I need to mention that the food was plentiful and pretty good. read more

Barnacles Bar & Grill is a lively spot known for its great seafood and vibrant atmosphere. The wings, fish and chips and clam chowder are must-tries. The bar offers a good selection of beers and cocktails. The outdoor seating area is perfect for enjoying a meal with a view. The friendly service and fun ambiance make it a great place for a casual meal or drinks with friends. fun fun fun read more

I love my dive bars and this one is great. However the prices for a glass of wine is an absolute joke!! It's not good wine and they charge more then a concert, football game festival etc.... there are alot of wine drinkers in the South Bay and this is definitely not the place to come for that. read more

This was my favorite bar to stop at when I went to Hermosa. Their patio is amazing, and it's always a fun time!

An awesome neighborhood joint in Hermosa Beach. Just a bit south of the pier, there is indoor and outdoor seating. It is basically a casual dive bar. But, expect a super friendly crowd and friendly server. We came for food and not booze, but we really enjoyed it. We had street tacos and fried zucchini, both of which were awesome. I think that they fresh batter the zucchini, which was delicious. They should do the same for their onion rings, rather than pouring them out of a bag. The onion rings were just meh. But, the street tacos were greasy and wonderful - absolutely delicious. I wouldn't drive out of my way, but it is a great place to grab an inexpensive bite (under $25 for 3 street tacos and 2 big fried side dishes) by the beach. read more

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Went here on a Friday morning and met Courtney who was working at the bar. She was delightful. Very attentive, learned my name and provided exceptional customer service. This dive layout is great. Bathrooms were moderately gross. Nothing unacceptable by any means of how you'd expect a dive bar to look. Definitely enjoyed myself here talking with Courtney. This is definitely a Trump-Train bar. But nobody was rude to me or said anything out of pocket to me while I was here. I even asked the bartender (Courtney) if Rainey the manager (who is legendary on yelp and gmaps for being hostile, PA and Racist to Black and Brown people) was still employed here. She definitely is. I told Courtney about how bad this place stinks on yelp and online (in regards to the racism that radiates from the negative reviews here) she handled it with class and tact. The only reason why this place gets 3 stars is carried off of her great service. May or may not come back, but I'll definitely look to do so if she is here. read more

One of the best places to hang out in Hermosa Beach. We were here 2 weeks ago. I love the fish tacos here and some of there hamburger sliders. Nice drink specials and margueritas. Great bartenders and customer service. I wish i could come here more often. read more

This bar is awesome. I met Courtney the bartender yesterday. She's super cool. The patrons absolutely awesome. It's easy to find a pool player in this bar. read more

Love this local bar. Been coming here for decades. Great location away from the hustle and bustle of the promenade. Saw a $5 Jalisco beer on the board and ordered it. Bartender told me the beer was $7.66. I pointed out the sign and she said that was for bottles. I looked at her 'like really' and she said she couldn't read my mind. Instead of me saying 'You don't have to read minds if you ask bottle or draft?' or 'how long have you worked as a bartender?' but instead, I giggled and paid $9 for the cheapest beer around with a dollar tip. I was going to get a hot dog but lost my appetite. She didn't give me coin change either which I could have used in the meter. Anyway, these jobs are tough, and I give much leeway for bad attitudes or noncaring vibes. And, I'm a local with an American Junkie hat and a Sharkeez shirt. I wonder how the tourists are treated. read more

Great food and drinks, always a good crown and good music. Being a local to hermosa still my favorite locals bar not in the center of that madness of pier. read more

Came here twice. Pho & comedy dive.....yep. **THEY SERVE PHO HERE** First time I ordered it to go with a friend of mine that lives in Hermosa Beach. He swears their pho is good and authentic. When we got back to his house, I had a first bite of their pho and it was pretty good (considering non-Vietnamese people made it lol). It was not the most authentic pho I've tasted BUT not bad at all. It was about $8 and they do give you plenty of it with all the trimmings. Second we went to see a local comedian Briana Hansen http://www.brianahansen.com/, no cover (free free free). It was on a Thursday night and not crowded at all. We ordered chicken wings and fries....both pretty standard but good. I had my usual Blue Moon and a couple of other friends ordered Coronas. The crowd was very different from the typical weekend crowd. Nevertheless we had a good time. A good place for locals to hang out....esp if you live walking distance like my friend. read more

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I've got a soft spot for Barnacles since it is an easy walk from my house, although admittedly I don't get there often. The staff here has always been nice, attentive, and the girl bartenders are pretty. Whether you're on the patio of inside they always take good care of you, even when it gets busy. The food here is surprisingly good for a dive bar, especially since the 'kitchen' is so small. I've had the following: 1) Cheese burger - cooked to order and came out as ordered, medium rare. 2) Steak sandwich - a higher cut of meat than most places for the price. 3) Chili - perfect spice level to warm you up on a chilly (no pun) day when the fog rolls in. 4) Turkey club - large portion with a little of everything in each bite. 5) Fries - crispy and well salted. Let's be honest though, you come here for the beer and drinks and they have a great selection of beers on tap. I've never had a skunky beer here, which leads me to believe they do correct maintenance on the taps. Prices are good as well! read more

Great dive bar drinks are cheap service was awesome the food is very good great location as well.

Service is excellent! I stopped in early scouting for a fun night and Alexes Was great, friendly and informative Came back in for dinner with my husband Erin was tending the bar and all, we shared grilled wings and steamed artichoke with a bonus of live music! Great experience all around! read more

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I love Barnacles. The bar food is surprisingly good and the beer tasty cold! A Hermosa must.

Cool divey bar and restaurant! I order the Carne Asada fries and was delighted. The plate was definitely fulfilling and flavorful. Came on a Saturday and service was in-between due to the Football Game and 1 waitress... it worked out some how. DEFINITELY PET FRIENDLY! There is a patio for Dog-owners to bring there pet. Of course I had mine, and they mingled. Just keep in mind dogs will be dogs so some barking may occur. read more

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Try the Hermosa Cheese Steak sandwich. Fantastic. Seriously how is the food in this place this good?

Barnacles Bar & Grill is a local's favorite, no doubt. It always seems to be poppin' here. Definitely a strong option if looking for drinks in Hermosa Beach outside of the pier. Barnacles is the definition of a beach dive bar, and the vibes cannot be denied. Been here a handful of times now and always seem to have a great time. My most recent visit was a couple weeks ago on a Saturday afternoon. The place was crowded as always and hosting a very lively crew. Not overly crowded though, we were able to score a decent sized table for our group. They have an outdoor patio, as well, if you're looking to enjoy the sunshine. Located a minute walk from the beach, definitely give this place a try next time you find yourself in Hermosa Beach. It won't blow you away, but it's a pretty cool establishment to stop in and grab some drinks at. They do serve food, so order yourself some tacos and enjoy the vibes! The ambiance is great. read more

Went in to this local bar on Christmas Day. Family tradition. Not sure what's happened to it. Bartender (blonde) was so rude. Treated us as if we were crashing her family Xmas party. She obviously didn't want to be working and was only there to hang out with friends. Hopeful it was just a Christmas glitch. Bring back Danny! He was the life of this place! read more

Terrible service. Owner or manager confronted some guys that pulled up on motorcycles. Told them they were too loud. The guys STILL came inside but she refused to serve them. Don't understand her attitude. Just regular guys on beautiful bikes. They left. I paid for my drink and followed them. read more

This is a Dive, in the best way possible. Bartenders and cooks are great! They definitely take care of you!

Love this place. Chill beach bar vibe, drinks are on average $5 cheaper than on the pier just two blocks over. The bar food is great. Simple classic bar food. The fish tacos and the jalapeño poppers are my go to. Great walkable area. Drinks are great, really good cocktails. Everyone I've met there that bartenders or kitchen staff has been super friendly. Shout out to Alexis! She makes great margaritas! read more

One of the best bar food spots in South Bay... please, please, please bring back the mac n cheese!!! Danny and the Alexis's are my ppl

Great Bar Clearly the best bar in Hermosa Beach. Dive bar for sure. And that's what makes this place such a gem. The beers are good, the menu is good, the bartenders are nice - you really can't lose. The only negative is it can get crowded and seats are hard to come by. The hidden secret about Barnacles: Sunday mornings: $1 beers and amazing breakfast menu for a GREAT price. We love coming in on Sundays and watching the games while enjoying a cheap and delicious breakfast. Tip: 4 dollar 20oz PBR drafts Thanks read more

Great local place. This place is old school Hermosa. Bartenders are super sweet, efficient and it's free pour. Score!! My husband and I shared the club sandwich. Yum yum delicious. read more