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    Forestville Club

    3.8 (36 reviews)
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    Open • 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    FORESTVILLE CLUB ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Divey
    Good for groups

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    My old band Echodyne after our set and before Over The Falls went on.
    Toby B.

    Kind of a hike to Forestville for most of the county but if there's a band you like playing this place is tough to beat. Great sound system and large dance floor. Everyone seems so surprised when they fall in love with this joint. As a native Forestville kid, I grew up with an ugly windowless brown building kitty corner to Carr's Drive-in. It always looked kinda sketchy to me. After turning 21 I absolutely had to see what was inside, and by that time I think the inviting mural of the surrounding hills and forest had been painted on the front of the establishment. Kinda dark inside and can seem huge when there's only a few people in there. But Wayne will take good care of you and he makes a mean vodka tonic. Couple pool tables in the back as well.

    Mountaindawg performing at the Forestville Club
    KellyAnn J.

    Great local bar, especially on weekends. Local bands, and a few National Acts play there for pennies compared to elsewhere. I have never paid over $10 to get in, and it is usually $3 to $5, and only if there is entertainment. Heck, they usually stop charging folks after the first few hours. I like going there because there are several areas to hang out, including a large pool table room. You can slink into a dark corner table with your date for privacy, sit in the middle, or at the bar, or hit their big wooden dance floor, or just hang out in the pool table room. They have a full bar, and decently priced drinks. The bar tenders have all worked there forever, and thats nice, because they know how to make good drinks, and how to keep things "going". Deb is usually there on the weekends, and she rocks behind that bar! She is pretty to look at, nice, and can be tough. If you are rude, she will still serve you, but will not take any crap from anyone, saving her smiles for polite folks. The jukebox is modern, which is nice between band sets, or when there is no band. The sound varies, as each band is in charge of their own. If you see a band here and it sounds awful, it is not the clubs fault! I like the way they let the bands run their own shows. When my favorite bands play here, the crowd consists of mostly the bands fans and friends. If you want your band to play here, you will need to bring people. Local regulars are few, although they will join the fun when they like the band. The only time its sad here is when a touring band plays and expects the bar to fill up with locals.

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    If you're a fan of dive bars and are looking for the Holy Grail, Forestville Club might be your spot. Set in a sleepy town in the Russian River Valley (Forestville), this gem has been around for as long as any local can remember. I'm not a local to this area but, asked a few of the patrons when I was there this past weekend and it's basically their only option in town. Once you enter this relic, you immediately feel like you're transported back forty years, let's call it mid 70's. The panel siding on the walls, the old Budweiser signs, and antiquated carpet all help contribute to this feeling of nostalgia. There's a big stage to your right which features live music on the weekends (which we just missed). But, if I had to guess would seem like more of a practice studio because there are so few people in this little town. The pool tables in the back were busy and filled with smoke. Yes, I'm pretty sure you can still burn one down in there. The bartender was super sweet. A townie for sure. She poured us a couple 7 and 7's and went about her business. $4 bucks for a drink? Yes please! Amidst the darkly lit bar I saw a jukebox in the corner just waiting to get played. Guess what kids? It was 80's hair metal hour with yours truly! Iron Maiden, Poison, Motley Crue, Winger...you name it. I filled this machine with some of the greatest power ballads the world has ever seen. What did I do next you ask? Proceeded to head to the stage and practice my "power kicks" made famous by none other than David Lee Roth, or "Diamond Dave". In most establishments I would have been asked to stop but, noooooo, not at Forestville Club. In fact, they embraced it and that sweet bartender told me I had a nice voice. Wouldn't ya know :) Moral of the story. Spend a quaint evening in wine country and head to Forestville Club if you want to cut loose and not have any judgement. It was exhillerating and I want to go back.

    I'm taking a minute to both express my gratitude to the owner(?) and to say that a buddie and I had a great time at the Midget Wrestling event on Friday night!! The drinks were strong, the Wrestling was really entertaining and I really appreciate the owner's help with some obnoxious hecklers that were giving the performers a bad time. With all of this in mind, I'll definitely be back!!

    Best dive bar in West Sonoma County easily!

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    Best on west county for local music and friendly bartenders. Part of Forestville history

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    Great old bar. Velvet on the walls, awesome flora-pattern carpet/stage, big, bad-ass mirrors, billiards awesome Bar.

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    Robin Is the best. I really appreciate her kind considering attitude. She goes above and beyond for her customers.

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    Here for New Year's Eve and there's a fantastic band playing! Modest cover, good beer, nice people, will for sure come back!

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    i am absolutely in love with this place and can't even explain why, really :) my absolute favorite dive bar in the world.

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    The restaurant itself is a gem - a classic old bar/restaurant style with plenty of local charm, a…read morewarm and welcoming atmosphere, and a wonderfully diverse crowd. Worth noting though: it gets very noisy. The menu offers an interesting mix of Thai and French cuisine - not quite fusion, but rather two distinct menus side by side. Think of it as a safe bet for groups with different cravings. The portions are decent and the prices are in line with typical Bay Area standards - not a bargain, but not outrageous either. Unfortunately, what brought my rating down to three stars was the service. For a relatively simple meal - oysters to start and one entrée each - the pacing was surprisingly slow. We waited nearly 20 minutes for our plates to be cleared, another 10 for the dessert menu, and after an additional 15-minute wait we ended up canceling dessert altogether, as the evening had stretched to two hours and we had a long drive ahead. To be fair, the tables around us seemed to have a smoother experience, so perhaps we caught them on an off night. I'd like to give them another shot, but I'm leaving with mixed feelings that honestly reflect a three-star experience - great bones, but the service needs work.

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    3.4(100 reviews)
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    Stopped in for dinner with a friend a couple of weeks ago. We were greeted as soon as we came in…read moreand sat right away. We ordered a coupe of draft beers while looking at the menu. They have a very good tap selection here. I was happy to have several good options for a cold draft. The place looks and feels like a traditional Irish Pub with lots of local folks who are clearly regulars at this well maintained pub. We got the fried green beans appy. They were good, well breaded, and not greasy at all. I ordered the chinese chicken salad and it was very tasty. Maybe a smidge too much dressing, but it is a light dressing so too much was probably just right with this salad. My friend got the shrimp tacos. They presentment on the tacos was very nice. It was a generous portion and the plate was empty by the end of the meal. So I know he liked it a lot.

    We were staying in Healdsburg and wanted to find a lunch spot with the Giants game on and a relaxed…read morevibe. The Publican came up and had good reviews. So off we went! Our waitress was friendly and attentive. Our drinks took long to arrive as the Bartender was a bit slow, and spent his time chatting and serving those at the bar. We opted for the Guinness wings and wished we ordered more. They were delicious. Also this once was Irish bar, Irish decor everywhere , so we ordered Guinness. I split the G! IYKYK We will go back during football season and hope for quicker service. In another note, the bathrooms could use more attention.

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    Russian River Brewing - View from outside

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    3.8(731 reviews)
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    We were visiting Windsor for the Labor Day weekend. We had lunch at Russian River Brewing and…read morereally enjoyed it! We had the Pub Sandwich, and it was delicious. The slaw was creamy and flavorful, and the bread was amazing, toasted with the perfect crunch. We also had the mac and cheese, which was super creamy and definitely hit the spot. Of course, you can't go to Russian River Brewing without having a beer, and that didn't disappoint either! The service was upbeat, friendly, and attentive throughout our meal. I also really liked the newer Windsor location. It's spacious, clean, and has a great atmosphere. Good food, good beer, and great service. We'll definitely be back!

    Woah! How does this only have a 3.8 rating!?…read more Hubs and I had the most wonderful experience here in July 2026. Beautiful location, friendly staff, great beer and delicious food! This place is HUGE! So much seating everywhere!! My only complaint is that we asked for a great view that the hostess liked and she should have warned us she was seating us in the dog friendly patio area. After we had already ordered, some woman had her dog literally laying on top of the table. So that was disgusting. Their whole table was extremely loud and annoying. Other than that, it was a beautiful area. Now on to the food and beer. We ordered a couple beers, what a great price for most! They were ice cold and delicious! For the first appetizer we ordered the riblets (I wish there had been more), they were very tasty. Next we ordered the grilled artichoke- make sure you order this!! What a flavor explosion! So so good. I only wish our two appetizers were warmer, but we didn't let that stop us from devouring them. Then we shared the Russian River cheesesteak and upgraded to the Pliny fries - you must do this! A delicious white cheese fondue on top of fries with jalapeños and Parmesan on top, then dip your sammich in the cheese fondue. Yum yum yummmm! The cheesesteak was very tasty!! Carlos was our server and was very attentive and friendly. We really enjoyed our time here. You can't eat outside but you can take drinks in metal cups to enjoy the scenery out back. Kid friendly.

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    HopMonk Tavern - 8 Wings with their outstanding blue cheese. Served with jicama- super refreshing. Wings are very tasty.

    HopMonk Tavern

    3.7(920 reviews)
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    We ordered some NA drinks and one plate or the fish n chips. The batter was light, airy and crispy…read more Everything else besides the fish was good too but they did really beat with the cookery and seasoning of fish ...I only wish they had malt vinegar. Food came out fast but service was order @ bar and get the plate & thats it. Its a pub, bar, beer garden vibe fore sure. outdoor seating is nice but too hot. ans crowded ro sit outside. The vibe there is classic Northbay Sonoma county.

    One of my favorite spots to come when I'm looking for great drinks, tasty food, and a atmosphere!…read moreSuper bonus that they are dog friendly, and even have a pup-menu. They also often have live music that you can enjoy while you're there. You really can't go wrong with any of their drinks, whether it's a cocktails or a local beer from their rotating draft menu. This past weekend I ordered the wedge salad, and it was delicious. The lettuce was super crisp, and I enjoyed the addition of the pistachios for a little extra crunch. My friend ordered the grilled romaine salad and enjoyed it so much she said she was going to try to recreate it at home. Our server was wonderful and even gave us recommendations for where to go for live music and dancing afterwards. I've also brought my dog here a few times before, and they're very attentive to her and bring her a water bowl. She loves the pup burger, and if she could talk, I'm sure she'd be asking me to bring her back every night. They also have a Photo Booth in the back, which is always fun for the memories.

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    HopMonk Tavern - Broken Compass Bluegrass at HopMonk. Great live music venue.

    Broken Compass Bluegrass at HopMonk. Great live music venue.

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