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    Dawson's Bar & Grill

    4.2 (308 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American
    Closed 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    The margarita's were hand crafted by Debra thank you sooo delicious I had 3
    Michelle R.

    The food here has fresh ingredients with some added home garden grown vegys. The service is amazing Debra was excellent anything you need she got it . Ambiance is great. Very soft and relaxing great for that first date, parties, special occasions or just alone for relaxing time. I definitely recommend Dawsons for that one night of fun with your family or friends in town. Wednesday was a great day busy but not to busy. This is that great small town place you will enjoy and fall in love with. I definitely left feeling very relaxed and full. thank you Dawson chefs and Debra

    Bourbon drink
    Alina J.

    Came here for the first time with my friend. I ordered the Dawson's double breakfast and the bourbon drink. I will say that drink was quite strong. It's a very relaxed vibe. Server was friendly. Place was clean. I would come back for another chill afternoon.

    So much yum! Are you drooling?
    Peggy G.

    Wow! Meal, ambiance, service, value. Checked all the boxes. Short rib dinner and I subbed the smashed potatoes for a different starch. Just like my Mom's. My piece of short rib was easily the size of a regulation baseball. Cooked fork tender and not stringy. Seasoned perfectly and not overpowering the meat's own flavor. Small bit of tasty gravy for dipping. Oh, lordy! Medley of fresh green beans, cubed zucchini, tri-color bell peppers, and maybe even a yellow squash. $34 out the door with a solid second meal in a go container. Top level service. Quick on/off 80 or make it a destination for dinner.

    Chicken Piccata
    Danelle W.

    5 stars Dawson's Bar & Grill in Dixon never disappoints! The staff is always friendly, and the service is top-notch--quick and attentive without being overbearing. Another great meal here: the Chicken Piccata was a delicious with that bright, lemony sauce, and the Ragin' Cajun pasta had just the right spicy kick. Yum! It's exactly why we keep coming back every time we're heading to or from the Bay Area--this is our reliable stop for consistently delicious food in a cozy, historic spot.

    Paul W.

    This is our third time dining here for lunch, and this time around we went with breakfast options. It wasn't too busy when we arrived but it really started to pick up not long after. The pancakes my wife had smelled really good and she enjoyed them. The biscuit and gravy I started with was fantastic. Fresh biscuit and the gravy had a nice spicy kick to it. The presentation of the chicken and waffles was a thing of beauty! It also came with eggs, crispy bacon, and fresh blueberries. The exterior of the waffle had a nice crisp while fluffy in inside and a sweet touch to the taste. The chicken was very tender and juicy. If anything, I wish maybe the chicken would've had a little more crisp to it because the parts that were crispy had great flavor and crunch. It was still very good and I would order it again. My wife loved her California Omelet too. Thank you to our server Gina for her friendly hospitality. We enjoy coming here for the laid back atmosphere and delicious food.

    Dawson's Burger!

    Best hamburger in town! Quality of tomatoes, meat and special sauce, along with sweet potato fries ...all a winner and nice vibe! Rebecca Robinson

    Bruschetta from happy hour menu
    Sara M.

    Good food, came fast, good atmosphere. My family and I enjoyed this place and our server was great too, very helpful and quick.

    Pinky N.

    Dawson's is always a great go-to for meeting my girlfriends for dinner! We love the ambience and great service. My favorite meal is the macaroni with bacon and jalapeño. It is deliciously creamy with just enough heat for my liking. And I always have half for lunch the next day. It's perfect. If you want a family-friendly option that also works for date-night or girls' night, Dawson's is a great choice!!

    Rajin pasta!
    Patricia M.

    Great service! Favorite appetizer...Steak bites and dinner Rajin Pasta is wonderful! 10/10!! Ambiance is fun, great Old fashion and mojitos!

    Wagyu sliders with side salad....
    Jody W.

    Had a great time with Josh at Trivia night with my mom. Easton was a great server. Mom had veggie pizza and Arnold Palmer and I had Asian Chicken salad no peppers or walnuts but add bacon bits with different flavored lemonades. Yummy.....both entrees were great. Mom has a third of my salad and I had 2 pieces of her pizza. Stayed for all 3 rounds and got 3td place- $5 card to Dutch Bros. Will be back (probably alone) for paint night Saturday ....will just sip on lemonade lol. Keep up with the fun free events... It sets you apart from all other local restaurants. Bring back Bingo night! And don't forget to add potatoe skins to your staters .. I'd pay $8 for 6...lol. Thx again for a wonderful dining experience.

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    David M.

    The food was REALLY good, the service is excellent, and the establishment is very nicely decorated. A great place to stop by on the weekend.

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    Amazing food, not found in Dixon until now, we are very impressed! Good prices, the best staff!!

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    Had a great time dancing! Unfortunately they weren't serving food. Next time!! Great drinks! We will go back!

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    Great food , great service and fair prices i will go back again. Matt the chief is great he will cook anything you like .

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    Breakfast (corn beef) was delicious! Bloody Mary very tasty! Place looks great and great staff!

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    The food was great! 10/10 on their French Fries, however the service was terrible it should not take half an hour to make two burgers.

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    Mac n Cheese topped off by being served phenomenal drinks by the Beeeeautiful Michael

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    Dawson's just reopened, and they are amazing! Good food, good drinks, and Michael behind the bar is fabulous!! Go soon...go often!!

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    Ask the Community - Dawson's Bar & Grill

    Are kids allowed here?

    Yes we are children friendly, you may sit anywhere as long as food is being served. We do have a back area for families if they want to dine separate from the bar area.… 

    Open on easter?

    Yes we are from 9:00a to 9:00p & we will be having some Easter specials.

    Can I make a mothers day reservation?

    Can I watch Monday night football here? Any happy hour specials?

    There are TVs around the bar showing popular games. I believe Happy Hour runs 4-6. They have a happy hour menu with a few snacks & small plate options. Draft beers & specialty cocktails are $1 off.

    Hi Dawson's How long have you been in business?

    The new owners reopened it in January 2018. The previous owner had it for many years prior. In fact I cant remember Dawsons ever not being there. They used to just sell breakfast and then the bar was open until late. It has been classed up a bit!

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    Tuesday through Friday 4 to 6p

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    Brandi!! Waitress!!! ... or lack there of, kicked us out of the restaurant following us outside…read moreYELLING at us in the street "don't come back". We were great customers eating there twice a week. She should be fired, but she won't because the manager didn't give a crap. We now go to Cattlemens, Dawson's or Jacky's which is a block away. Full bar and excellent customer service. They serve American food as well. You know, we asked for the manager and she was said to be too busy and it would take a couple days to get a call back. Well, that never happened. Food is not very good, always over cooked. Waiters other than Brandi are great. So manager doesn't manage! Either doesn't care or doesn't have time for the customer. She followed us out the door yelling don't come back. Enough said! The food has fallen way down. Way down!!!! 1 star at best. Everything is over cooked. Yet, we kept going because of the atmosphere and service. Brandi killed that. Have you ever been told you complain too much, get out and don't come back. What a great example. We were on name basis with the waiters. That's why we kept coming. It wasn't the food. Let me be clear, the rest of the staff were amazing. Have you ever been barred by a waitress. She was mean and vindictive. This place is on a downward spiral. Find another place. If I could give less than a star, I would. Thanks, Brandi. We found new places.

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    Honestly I've been to the historic town of Dixon only once before, but never to its quaint and…read morebustling downtown. So I was happy to find yet another Sacramento Valley gem away from usual touristy hot spots. I came for a special event with delicious sips, and samples of their menu. The versatile and styled ambience is perfect for a casual date, after work hangout spot, or an elevated wine tasting. Nothing pretentious here though, just lots of heart shown in the thoughtful decor, local art displays, and versatile seating - you can choose to saddle up to the bar, sit at a small table or high top with a group, or lounge in a conversation area of moveable velvet chairs for casual laughs with friends. The drinks are fun and imaginative. I sampled both the cowboy margarita that came with a cute hat decoration, and an Aperol spritz. Many of the guests raved about the mocktail options, such as their rendition of the Shirley Temple. For their size, they have a generous and well curated retail selection of wines, plus a cooler with craft beers and other beverages you can enjoy there or take home. For food they have a solid options of savory items that punch above typical bar food, such as the Croque Monsieur - that I helped myself to seconds of! - escargot, and bone marrow. The owner operator was an amazing host and her team did an awesome job quickly serving our group, who all seemed to descend on the place at once! This a 21+ spot, so you have an excuse to leave the kids at home! Can't wait to return!

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    The service was okay. We had a party of eight, and the staff initially wanted to seat us outdoors…read more It was very warm, so I asked if they could put two tables together inside since the restaurant was not busy. It was early, around 4:00 p.m., and there were only two people dining inside. They agreed and eventually placed two tables together indoors. My thought was, why was this not offered from the beginning, especially given the heat and how empty the restaurant was? The ambiance was great, but unfortunately, the food was not. I ordered a salad with chicken. The salad was very skimpy, with only two thin slices of apple, two small orange slices, very little feta, and mostly lettuce. The chicken portion was extremely small and was served separately on a plate rather than sliced and placed on the salad as ordered. The other dishes were also small and underwhelming. The burger and fries were nothing special, and the spaghetti was plain and lacked flavor. If you are looking for great ambiance, this may be a nice place to visit. But if you are looking for great food, you may want to consider other options. For a great burger, I would recommend Buckhorn instead. It costs less and is much better.

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