Came here with group of friend. It's decent bar lots of selections beer + spirit and plenty of games which was plus. Not a lot of IPA choices though, I ended up settling with space dust. The place is smaller than i thought and there only one restroom per gender. The service was great and the staff was really nice. They also have happy later in the night which awesome. The only thing was that table were messy and there are no trash cans. The tables were littered with bottles, glasses, and pizza boxes. We had to move aside pizza boxes and bottles to get a table. The staff didn't bother coming by to clear up the table at any point through the night which was really weird. The parking lot is pretty big but then again at night only the bar and liquor store are open in that shopping center. read more

Day drinking in Brea,California... We originally wanted to visit Shady Nook for an hour of karaoke, but we ended up just chatting, having soft drinks, and munching on complimentary popcorn! We didn't want to disturb the other customers with our singing... haha! We could have played pinball or billiards, but we just wanted to hang out together and enjoy the calm, air-conditioned environment at opening time. We didn't have a reservation. We were the first customers of the day. Diane was our friendly server/bartender. She was cheerful and made us feel welcomed. I admired her for opening up the shop, taking our orders, paying attention to each patron, serving everyone, and cleaning up after us! She's amazing! I think we should return on karaoke night... then we can blend in... haha! We also would take another photo at the Photo Booth... and get our picture via email! read more

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Came here with some friends, I never been here before what a cool place. It's close by this liquor store we used to stop in sometimes to get lotto tickets lol i never knew this place existed! It's pretty big inside, they have lots of seats and tables and pool tables to play and games even karaoke my favorite lol! Although we didn't end up singing, I hope that next time we do! We had a blast, we ordered soda's and we got some free popcorn. It was pretty busy for during the day, the employee's were super friendly and nice. The parking lot is pretty big. We had a great time together talking and having fun. I would come back here again for karaoke night lol. Have a beautiful day, be kind to everyone :) Aloha read more

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Chill local hangout bar/dive with two pool tables and a King Kong pinball machine. Good prices and super friendly bartenders. No karaoke any longer. read more

Trinity behind the bar has really turned this place around. She's a great bartender. Gorgeous too. It's hard to get a seat at the bar when she's working. Will stop in often when she's working. read more

Located off Kraemer Bl in Brea. Parking is shared with the other businesses in the plaza. Stopped by here to hang out with some Yelp friends before meeting up with more Yelp friends. This bar is pretty nice has two pool tables , a pinball machine and they also do Karaoke but we didn't see when that happens probably a night thing. They have TVs all around as well. The bartender Diane was really nice and friendly. We just got non-alcoholic drinks and some popcorn. Overall a nice bar to hang out at. read more

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Very Friendly atmosphere! The locals were very nice and wanted to talk to us. The drinks are decently priced. The vibe here is good! read more

One of my fav sports bars in Brea next to a delicious Italian restaurant. Happy Hour specials are the best and the staff are so friendly.

New owner! Got ride of the riffraff bartender all the bartenders now are legit. Delia is a great Shay's great Trinity's great Dianna's great Daniela's great I might've forgotten one, but they're all great.! read more

Bruce is a regular and he came up to my sister and said I put this song on and my sister said no my sister did and he looked at her in the eyes and twisted her wrist and said no I did and then we told the bartender and a calmly matter and the bartenders that I spoke to him, but I believe she did not because he was still there when we left and when I was trying to defend myself people were looking at me like I was in the wrong. I believe that he should no longer go to that bar because he made my sister feel unsafe and to and how dare a grown man put his hand on anyone especially a young lady who did nothing wrong simply there to play darts with her mom and sister it just because you're a regular it gives you no right to do anything like that and I believe the bartender and possibly the owner needs to be talked to or the places should be shut down read more

Very clean upscale dive bar. The bartenders are very nice and they even make delicious cocktails.

Epic place to drink and make your friends do the splits. 3 dudes won $600 on scratchers, not kidding. 10/10 read more

Shady Nook - Do the splits or stay TF home - Sports Bars Near Me - Brea, California

Not too many dives in Brea, so I definitely had to check this place out. It was a good spot for a couple of drinks and to play some tunes on the jukebox. Crowd was a little iffy. The bartender was nice. I may come back again if in the area. read more

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Great service, the fact there is complimentary popcorn and the high lifes are great for the price, you will enjoy how much you will not overspend. Good ambiance. read more

Sheila is awesome! Diane too! All about that Preston energy tho. ;) Oh, and the drinks are rad. Cool shirts too. read more

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Small local spot! Sweetest dive bar. Friendly drinkers. And rhey have pool Tables. The service was excellent. read more

Can't say enough about how much I love this place. The new owner revamped this place and let me just say, that whisky selection does NOT lack variety. If you're in the area...stopping by is a MUST!! read more

This place was so dope! I pass by everyday for work and finally came out with a few friends. A lot of entertainment (free games, dart machine, pinball machine, and pool). Good selection of beers and mix drinks were fair and tasted great. 10/10 would recommend. read more

Dope spot, bartenders are hot, ppl are cool. I learned I'm crap at pool but the popcorn is free! If you forgot your ID stay at home, I guess this is the only bar in brea so everyone is carded read more

This place was great. Super clean, fairly priced and low profile. Me and my coworkers loved it. Darts and pool table

Only reason why this place is getting a 2 is because it was super hot inside.... I noticed the air was set to 78 degrees... With about 35 ppl inside. I asked bartender any way we could open door are turn air down. She said sorry but she couldn't. A customer chime in and said new owner has it set. Well unfortunately I I can't leave because I of pool league. So am outside where it's about 84 but still feels better. Switching out with my teammate so he doesn't melt. So want to add. The bartenders did try to work on air brought out a fan Didn't work went 85 owner came still no solution. Makes e feel better that he came out and it wasn't like the customer said that owner has set like that. So changing my stars. read more

Update to my review owner is taking a lot better care of his regulars the bartenders are great no food but they have snacks and free popcorn and your allowed to bring food inside that's nice people are great very welcoming bar he has great whiskey and tequilas my favorite and the prices are best in town just beware of the screaming little girl during the Rams games you will need earplugs that's the only downfall of this bar read more

Hidden clean dive bar in a super quiet area near the golf course. Friendly bartender and locals. Great prices on stiff drinks and awesome pool tables and dart boards in great condition. No food but the neighboring restaurants will deliver inside for you. read more

Cool little local bar. Pool tables, darts, plenty of tvs and well priced drinks. Beers are $3 which is unheard of and some craft beers and Guinness! They have some top shelf stuff like Wellers reserve for $12 a pour which is an amazing deal. Perfect stop for a quick drink read more

Shady Nook - Guinness - Sports Bars Near Me - Brea, California

The Shady Nook is great place for Karaoke every Thursday Night. KJ Chris is friendly, polite and gives everyone a chance to sing. Two years now and still going strong. There are pool tables and plenty of parking available as well. The bartenders are friendly too. Definitely this is the spot for Thursday night fun in Brea read more

Friendly staff, cool patrons, and great drink prices. The accept cash and card. The also have a BBQ vendor that parks outside sometimes.

First time here with my bae! Shayla greeted me with a smile and was ready at the spout trigger. Got good drunk and had good time! I will be back just because of her vibe and conversation! read more

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Ashley and Shayla are wonderful bartenders and make this place such a joy. Great drinks, fun times, a must go to!! read more

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Had a great time had a few drinks. feels very comfortable place to hang out and drink. Service was amazing bartender got us what we needed and was acknowledging us 100%. read more

Came here on Sunday after church. It smells like raw sewage in here. The bar was full so we sat at a table. The bartender wasn't friendly but that's okay. The main problem was the Modelos from the draft weren't cold. I've been here before and had better experiences but today was a bust. read more

Shady Nook - It smells in here. - Sports Bars Near Me - Brea, California

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I usually don't leave reviews but I was wowed. I think her name was daniela..she was wearing a cute outfit, she had a cute plad skirt. It was my first time here and everything she recommended was so good. The rum punch was on point. Bomb! Totally recommend! Overall it was an amazing experience, made me feel so welcomed. I will be back! read more

Great spot to come for pre dinner or post dinner drinks. They have a wide selection from $3 beers to craft beers. Enjoyed some Blantons with my wife and went for our dinner. Highly recommended. read more

Stopped by for some drinks after golfing at Birch Hills, First time here since the new owner took over. Great selection of drinks and really love the new set up! read more

Very nice local bar. Has locals and working regulars. Two pool tables, dart board and full bar. Prices are the best in Brea. $2 dollar beers everyday. In 35 years I've seen only one altercation. These are good people. read more

I just stumbled upon this place, and I can't tell you how impressed I am. The vibe is nice. The ambiance is cool. But most of all, our bartender Shayla fucking killed it. She couldn't have been more attentive and accommodating to our needs. I would come back just because of her. read more

Shady Nook - Shayla, the best fucking bartender ever. - Sports Bars Near Me - Brea, California

I've been there twice in the last two weeks. Both times I could see the patrons looking at me as if I didn't belong. I'm Latino and have dark skin but I don't don't speak Spanish. I think the people next to me were surprised that when I placed my order I didn't have an accent. I tried to be friendly and engage in conversation but got the cold shoulder. The beer was good and the bartenders where friendly and accommodating. Both times there, I was the only person of color. I'm a retired first responder of 30 years and an Army veteran but I don't think it would have mattered. read more

Met up with a friend here once for a drink. The place is small but was pretty busy for a week night lol. Drinks were pretty cheap and a bit strong. They have a pool table as well. The bartender was very sweet and was keeping up with the busy bar. read more

Shady Nook - Sex on the beach & jack n coke - Sports Bars Near Me - Brea, California

Hossana Hossana Hossana she is the reason I come here soo much customer service soo much personality and great drinks !! Hosanna is a master behind the bar drinks soo quality you thought you were in Los Angeles l, such great work ethic your never left without a drink and so fun. She makes every visit so blissful like your vip cannot thank her and the shady nook more cheers to morw Add: Nothing has changed! Still amazing bar!!! Hossana ha the best smile in town! read more

Definitely a neighborhood bar and since I am new to the area I tried it out. Not very welcoming to new people, I wanted to pull out my "Brea card," but the bartenders seemed a little judgy anyways which is nuts for a dive bar even in Brea. I am not sure how they get new customers. Anyways not a good vibe! read more

Shayla always creates a fun environment in the bar while making sure everyone is taken care of. Beer is definitely cold, no idea why people are saying it's warm. Easily the coolest bar in the area. read more