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    Buckhorn

    4.5 (42 reviews)
    InexpensiveBars, American
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    BUCKHORN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Juke Box

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    Bryan G.

    The Buckhorn is one of Petaluma's best kept secrets. The bartenders are great and the drinks are wet. If you are looking for a fancy place then this is knot it. If you are looking for a local place where the working person goes, then this is the place for you.

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    14 years ago

    Best dive bar in the county. Good bartending, got pool tables, friendly crowd. Great place to have a beer and unwind after work

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    Local bar, but they are nice and just want to hang out.

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