Brandy is great! Food is great! Portions are big for the price. Great time! I'd do it again.read more

Great dinner experience!! Thank you to Hector for making our birthday dinner great. We will be…read moreback!!

It was okay, seating but pretty drab. Don't think they have the dueling pianos any more.read more

So disappointed to write this review, but the establishment left me no choice. We stopped by here…read morebefore an event/performance. My husband had a beer while I walked around. One beer. He paid with a credit card and left a cash tip and then we headed into the event. When the credit card bill arrived, the charge was $48. Ummmm.... What? I wanted him to call the bar before disputing the charge with the credit card. I figured management would want to know their bartender added a $33-plus tip to his bill (on top of the cash tip he left) and have the ability to issue a credit and make it right. They said they'd locate the receipt and get back to him. He called again, maybe 5 days later, and they basically said the same thing. It's been another five days. He still hasn't heard from them. I recommend avoiding this establishment. Or at least don't use a card if you do go. Pay cash so you can't be massively overcharged. So disappointed in management for not even calling us back.

Still not a fan of the computer pours. It makes for light drinks. Although the bartender was nice…read morethe drink was so so. I do love the atmosphere I just wish they eliminated the smaller pours. My favorite bartender no longer works here, she was the best. I'm hoping Caesar's will make a change and bring back the bartenders.

Timothy's spin of a chocolate martini did not disappoint. Any time I visit Spiked he serves up…read moresome of the most delicious cocktails with a twist. His customer service and hospitality is what keeps us coming back although my parter and I are no longer weekly visitors we do try to always make a stop here when we are in town. Prices are pretty fair for a hotel bar and I've honestly never had a bad drink here. The feel of this area is almost nostalgic listening to old classic songs as music videos played on the tvs. The only thing we miss is our bartop black jack game.

Ok this place caught me by surprise. I was thinking it was going be a large restaurant because you…read morecannot see it from the road, but they have a large street sign. For years I've been wanting to try this place. After an outing in the Desert with my sister-in-law, we decided to try this restaurant it would be both our first time. My sister-in-law and I walked into the restaurant and found the place to be very busy as you would expect at dinner time. The crowd was mostly elderly, could be regulars. For appetizers, we ordered the potato skins. For our meals, I ordered the special of the day, Seabass with pilaf, and vegetables. My sister-in-law ordered the soft crab cake. And before our appetizer and meals arrived we were served a basket of rolls which looked like regular rolls, but when you bit into them, they were warm and very tasty. Both of our meals were very good. Sadly we had no room for dessert. Where our table was situated, we could see pretty much the entire restaurant. The only thing that was not visible was the sitting bar but everywhere you sat, you would be looking out a window. It is all around the windows. One of the window area they had hummingbird feeders hanging, and you could see the hummingbirds haven't their dinner as well. Service was very friendly. I would love to come back and try some other items on their menu..

We've visited three times because of the consistently great reviews, assuming we must have caught…read morean off night. Unfortunately, the experience has been the same each visit. Sitting at the bar feels oddly enclosed and lifeless. Even with open windows, the atmosphere comes across as closed off and quiet in an uncomfortable way, more empty banquet hall than inviting restaurant. Each time, the place felt dead. Service at the bar was also lacking. The bartender was frequently away talking with servers, leaving us waiting a long time for drinks despite how slow the restaurant was. The food was equally underwhelming. The sides that are often praised, including the twice-baked potato, tasted like frozen, reheated items rather than something freshly made. The meat itself was mediocre and forgettable, with nothing that stood out. We really wanted to like this place and gave it multiple chances, but after three visits, we're genuinely confused by the hype.

Center Bar is, not surprisngly, in the center of Pala Casino…read more The best part of Center Bar is the stage above and behind the bar that features a full calendar of live music. The worst part is $9 pints of beer and the indifferent service from the bartenders. This was our go-to bar during our stay at Pala. We were part of a large group staying at the hotel as we were all attending a wedding nearby. The bar's central location made for a convenient meeting spot. The bar is large with a lot of bar top seating and even more 4-tops behind. The live music was great and pumped up the energy and vibe of the entire place. As mentioned, service was a bit indifferent and typically pretty slow. Not a lot of bartender/patron interaction, they were really busy at night, so understandable. Yet even during morning hours when it was slow the bartenders weren't especially personable.

Worth the price of admission…read more Drinks are reasonably priced and the entertainment is well worth the visit. Bartenders are quick and have heavy pours. I'll be back for sure.

Tried the bus service for the first time from Irvine to PALA…read more Given the price of gas there's definitely a benefit to the service The bus is a little dated and could use a cleaning I'd try it again in a pinch

Posting this as a warning to anyone visiting Pala…read more We stayed over Memorial Day weekend and were incorrectly charged over $800 at the pool. It took more than a week to get the issue resolved. Unfortunately, my family visited again this past weekend (June 4-7, 2026) and experienced another problem. This time, we were charged at a restaurant and sports bar that we never visited. As of today, no one from the casino has contacted us to apologize or make things right. We've spent hours on the phone with both our bank and the casino, with no meaningful resolution other than having to cancel our credit cards ourselves to prevent the charges from going through. We are extremely disappointed. Our family has been coming to Pala for more than 25 years, and it's upsetting to experience these issues. If these unauthorized charges are happening to other patrons as well, that is very concerning. What a shame to see a place we've enjoyed for so many years leave us feeling this way.

The hours of operation for Luis Rey's Sports Bar at Pala Casion suck…read more A "sports" bar not open for sports. College football kicks off at 9:00 AM on the west coast and lasts literally all day. Luis Rey's doesn't open until 4:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. The NFL kicks off at 10:00 AM on Sundays. Luis Rey's doesn't kick off until 1:00 PM. Sunday Night Football? You might miss the end of the game as Luis Rey's closes at 9:00 PM. They close at 9:00 on Thursdays also, so the end of the Thursday Night Football game is in jeopardy also. Monday Night Football? Forget it. Luis Rey's is closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. We never actually went to Luis Rey's. We stayed one night at Pala on a Saturday; we were attending a wedding nearby. We had to get to the venue about the time Luis Rey's opened, and we didn't return until after they closed. Looked like a decent bar. If only they were open when sports are being televised.

service here is absolutely horrible. go to noodle's next door if you actually want to receive…read moreservice and have someone take your order. the only thing going for this place is the giant screen for sports.

On our first day staying at Pala Casino, I went to the Poolside Cafe & Bar to grab some lunch while…read moreBecky was with the bridal party getting ready. I sat at the bar and immediately I was invisible. I sat. And I sat. And I sat some more. A solid 10 minutes or more. At one point I stood up to check what was on a different TV than the one above me. Upon my return, the bartender finally acknowledged my existence and said, "Sorry, I guess I left you hanging". I then ordered a beer, which he poured right away. While I had his attention I ordered my meal. After all, I had plenty of time to look at the menu. Then the 2nd round of invisibility started. I finished my beer and was ready for another. I waited. And I waited. And I waited some more. About an additional 15 minutes. I finally caught the attention of the other bartender and ordered a 2nd beer that was never brought to me. Finally, the first guy came back, so I ordered it from him. As he was bringing it to me, I heard him tell one of the young servers, "Make sure it's medium rare". Wait, what?! That's my burger order! You're just now putting it in? WTF? Invisible indeed! Another 15 minutes went by before my burger and "frings" (fries and onion rings) arrived. I realize that the guy was keeping busy with the walk-up customers, but I was right there! Sitting right in front of him! I finished half of the burger and had a lot of rings and fries leftover and needed a to-go box. Good gawd! More waiting ensued. I finally caught a young woman as she was leaving the kitchen area and asked her for a box which she grabbed for me. Trying to get the bartender's attention for the check ended up being yet another exercise in futility. At least the burger was good (really good in fact), the fries too, the only redeeming quality of my visit. The onion rings? Meh. Straight from a bag of frozen.

The pizza is excellent. The Pizzaiolo used to work in a famous Vista based Italian restaurant and…read moreit looks like he took his recipes with him ;-) Even though the pizzas are baked in a convection oven, the dough remains the best you can find in the county. The toppings and arrangements are so flavorful and perfectly seasoned. Prices are fair for the location. Service is really great, friendly staff and the ambience is great (by the pool, by the pool bar, under a covered patio). The music is slightly loud though but I will definitely go back and try more! Note that you can enter the restaurant and also enjoy the bar without a pool pass.

June 5, two guests of ours, husband and wife, one a school official, dined at Bar Meets Grill. In…read moretheir words it was one of the best nights ever in terms of the quality of food, ambiance and the friendliness of the host, server, server assistants, chefs, bar team, everyone. Nancy and I dined there on Saturday, June 6. It was, as always, a perfect evening. We both had the new BMG Salad on the menu; fresh, lemon based dressing, light, just enough without being filling. Then we both had the ribeye with mashed, and it was one of the best as a larger, thicker, cooked to perfection pair of steaks. Reed took care of us and was perfct, everyone including the chefs stopped by and were gracious, and it was a welcome back to Nancy in particular which made her weekend. One of the nicest and best places to eat, with the best people you will meet taking care of you. Out of superlatives. Just a great place place with excellent good and new items run by a team which works like a family to take care of you. Cannot imagine a better evening.

We love this restaurant. The service is always spot on and the food does not disappoint. For dinner…read moretonight we tried the stuffed portobello mushrooms, crab cakes, calamari and Cesar salad: the stars of the show were the portobellos and calamari. Absolutely delicious. The calamari was super light and crispy and the pork sausage in the stuffed portobellos was awesome. We will be back!

I don't write Yelp reviews lightly, but The Side Yard absolutely deserves the praise…read more From the moment you walk in, you can tell this place is something special. The atmosphere strikes that rare balance between relaxed neighborhood charm and thoughtfully curated design. It feels intimate without being cramped, lively without being loud. Whether you're meeting friends for brunch or settling in for a long, unhurried dinner, the space just works. The food is outstanding. Every dish feels intentional--fresh ingredients, bold but balanced flavors, and presentation that elevates the experience without being pretentious. You can taste the quality. The menu manages to be creative while still delivering comfort and approachability. It's the kind of place where you start planning what you'll order next time before you've even finished your plate. Service was equally impressive. Warm, knowledgeable, and attentive without hovering. The staff clearly take pride in what they're serving and genuinely want you to have a great experience. Hidden Meadows is lucky to have a spot like this. The Side Yard isn't just a restaurant--it's a destination. Five stars, easily. I'll absolutely be back.

This place is a great spot for a quick lunch or a beer and a sports game. The food is fantastic and…read morecomes out pretty quickly. It's a seat-yourself and order-at-the-bar kind of place. You can either close out right away or keep your tab open. There's bar seating with TVs and also patio seating available. It has a cute, comfy vibe that was welcoming. We had the Classic burger, Chicken Caesar wrap, and a side of Parmesan garlic fries. Everything we saw coming out of the kitchen looked great. We can't wait to come back and try the wings next time. My only complaint is that their burgers, sandwiches, and wraps are $15/$16 and are à la carte. At that price, I think they should come with a side.