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    The Buccaneer Lounge

    4.3 (105 reviews)
    InexpensivePubs, Cocktail Bars
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Live music

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    Debbie is just the very best bartender! Please come visit her! Her drinks are delicious and she is so kind and great to talk with!
    A B.

    From the history inside, or beautiful shaded patio, to the gorgeous town, or beautiful bartender & her delicious drinks, you should definitely head to The Buccaneer!

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    Xochitl F.

    Here for Hubby Birthday after a hike at 1030am . The bartender was great and made a delicious Bloody Mary

    Kymberly M.

    Dive bar? Yup! You'll love it! Everyone is very friendly. Great assortment of beers and full bar. Large patio in rear. Plenty of parking on the street and behind the bar.

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    Travis W.

    A real happy place to grab a drink, laugh with friends and sing your heart out with the live band. If I'm in town again for sure I'll be returning.

    In June to Aug, 2024 I travelled around the United States for 42 days and as part of my travels I attended at the legendary Bucaneer Lounge in Sierra Madre to check out where Halloween 3 was filmed and other John Carpenter movies were also filmed. The bartender Debbie was the most welcoming and friendliest bartender I have ever met - she volunteered to take the attached photos. The best ambience! Would of loved to have stayed all day ! Great place and I had bren wanting to come here since the 1980's

    Kimberly I.

    This is a local dive bar that has live music on the weekends. It does get busy, so if you like to sit and watch bands I would recommend coming in earlier on the weekends. There is also a place to dance if that is your thing. There is a pool table and darts if you want to play some games. I asked for a hot toddy one day and to my surprise the bartender was able to make it! This bar is located at the heart of Sierra Madre where you will meet great locals! No food is served here, but there are several restaurants you can choose from nearby.

    Debbie S.

    Went there for the first time New Years Eve with my husband. We live in town and had a great time! Enjoyed a couple glasses of wine. Generous pour. Friendly crowd and Brenda was a great bartender.

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    nice bar service. attentive bartenders. a very nice young lady at bar who was nice enough to smile and answer my question

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    Debbie was so nice and a great bartender and the place was packed. We enjoyed our conversations with her.

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    Great staff and wonderful ambiance. If you're in Sierra Madre definitely stop in. Plus their hours are the best!

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    Dive bar with strong drinks and interesting characters. You can bring in your own food.

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    Side note, I'd never been to Sierra Madre before; it is totally cute and a pleasure to walk through after cocktails at the Buc.

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