A classic dive bar for sure. Dark, dingy, and smoke-filled. Bartender was very nice, the beer was cold, and they did have a ballgame on the TV. Based on the stares we got upon walking in, this is obviously a place that not many non-regulars frequent. Had to leave after just one beer because the cigarette smoke was too much. read more

We thought we would go to a fun dive bar, but walked in and walked right out. The person smoking at the bar. DISGUSTING! Nobody was doing anything about it. read more

Eww. I know this isn't the most amazing bar but disgusting, the bartender was sitting with her butt on the bar and her feet on the ice container while eating. I've never seen such gross service done behind a bar, but I will not order a drink from her again as long as she as working here. Pics to prove. Also drinks were not the greatest... I'm sorry. Update: she also asked us about 7 times if we paid for our drinks... On the up side, the bartender who came In later that night, heather, I believe, she was amazing! read more

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This dive bar that recalls moments from the 70s is right on the main strip in Sonora California. The bartender is super helpful and they have a nice selection of drinks. And then the 70s called. They have ashtrays up and down the bar that are being used by patrons who smoke in this bar without any ventilation. The smell from the cigarettes hits you like a pacific ocean wave as you enter the bar. There is no apologies nor concessions made for patrons who don't smoke and it is one of the most outrageous features in a business that wants to draw customers that I've ever seen. I don't get it! And I don't recommend this place if you have any allergies to smoke or cigarettes. It's really unfortunate, because it could be really a nice place to just have a drink with friends and play a game of pool. SMH! read more

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I love dark low-key bars like Zane. We ended up here after leaving some new Hipster bar that was not our vibe. We left and started walking down the street and found Zanes. Environment is chill and relaxing. read more

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Great neon lighting order in takeout for the friendly crowd and juke box-- thrifting next door

Dark ambience with friendly people, good bar with good atmosphere. No food. The drinks are stiff and cheap. read more

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They serve hard drinks in here to people who want to get drunk fast and they don't need any characters around to give the place any atmosphere. read more

Used to know Zane and Suzanne his daughter and crissie my fav bartender and auntie. Good times spent here w good friends hasn't changed since the early 2000s . read more

I left my purse here and the bartender (older woman long hair) refused to give it back to me (even though I clearly identified the purse and my ID was in there). I came in multiple times and she kept saying she didn't have my purse. I had to track it on find my iPhone. Finally after making a scene another employee came in and made her return my purse to me. Watch out the older lady bartender is a dishonest thief. read more

I came in with my service dog that is only 5 pounds the bartenders were rude smoking a cigarette while serving beer. Completely unsanitary! They asked for papers. Illegal. (You may not ask for the dog to demonstrate the task it provides. It is also illegal to ask for "proof" of any kind, including documentation or a vest, as neither the federal or state government requires it. The only entity allowed to decide if an animal is truly a service dog is a judge in a courtroom). read more

Showed up on Feb uary 14th at 1pm ordered a shot of dry gin and played some pool the bartender said min ten dollar limit but if I ordered two it would be eight and she would be ok with that I said thank you much appreciated I played five games of pool in an hours time and had two shots. Then yesterday I checked my card balance and she generously gave herself a 19.00 tip without my knowledge. I will be going back today to discuss this matter. read more

Whenever I travel I like to get a 'taste' of the local bar scene. The bartender is great. He was on our order toot sweet. The drinks are inexpensive. A Bombay gin and tonic a double jack on the rocks and two draft beers 19 bucks. Screaming deal! The pool table is shabby but flat. Surprisingly the cues were straight. Everybody smoked (not sure how, since it is illegal in California?) If you can't stand cigarette smoke, I suggest you skip this one. Personally, I loved it. read more

I'm a local I used my debit card to pay a $20 tab. When I got my statement. They charged me $24 dollars. This place will rip you off if you use a debit card thanks Celeste read more

Great dive bar..great for people watching. Beer prices are good but don't order a craft beer, a little flat. One if the perks if your a smoker you can smoke in this bar read more

If you've heard hear a story about a bar fight in Sonora, it probably happened here. That said, I try to stay away from here as much as possible. Unfortunately a few friends like the strong drinks they pour, so I usually end up here once during a visit. Its an old place probably been around since the town itself. Its a hole in the wall kind of place, but more pit and less hole It always smells, has the worst patrons, and zero customer service. Don't even think of going near the bathrooms!! Head down the street to the other bar instead. They are much better than this place. read more

The only bar I've ever been at where it was packed, a fight started, and everyone but me and my 3 companions were fighting. We just kept drinking because poof -- just like that, everyone went back to their business. Gotta love Tuompton. One of the guys who works here is seriously Sam Elliott from Roadhouse, limp and all. Since moving to Oakland, I always hear hipsters talk about how much they like "dive bars." Yeah right. This is the real deal, folks, and it will scare the bejeesus out of all y'all emo kids. Go. read more

Classic dive bar. Smoking permitted. All types of people. Lots of lit people. I love it. It's not for everyone -- try it. read more

Do you remember that particular scene from "Deliverance"? If you got a kick out of that, this is the place for you. Violence, depravity, and authentic frontier gibberish in one convenient downtown location. Free lung cancer starter kit is a bonus. read more

We used to call it "Zanes Iron Lung." My old stomping grounds. Met my husband here in 2004, so it is a special place for me. Been married for over a decade. Who says you can't find love at a dive bar? read more

Super cool bar. Talked to the owner Rick. He is an OG Rickie read more

In from Australia to visit my cousin and grandparents. Went in and had a wonderful time with the bar tender!!! Great place to visit!!! read more

Zane Iron Horse Lounge - Hanging out in Sonora on holidays from Australia.... highly recommend this place for the friendly atmosphere!!! - Bars Near Me - Sonora, California

5 stars is warranted once you get to see a 300 pound Latino try to choke-hold an 85 pound, 60 yr. old bartender. Hard-fucking-core! Went with Joey C. to visit Lacey P. in her village and ended up in a drunken haze requesting cigarettes. Who doesn't smoke when they're drunk nowadays? So, what's better than a bar you can smoke in? A bar that sells cigarettes you can smoke inside! Yep, we were officially in a Village. Joey C. put it quite accurately when he described the village as one of those pictures you see in a Wells Fargo of a Gold Rush Boom-town. There is a small dance floor, a pool table, American beers, hard liquor and live music - quite the happening small-town place. If you're ever in Sonora, go here, but watch your tongue - a 300 pound Latino can mess a sista up. read more

I like this place and we stop in here every time we come through Sonora. Pool tables, friendly bartenders, and you can smoke if you want. This is a real bar folks. read more

The best diviest dive bar ever!! Not that I smoke, but you can smoke cigarettes inside and the have a great juke box.

My favorite dive bar in town. This place has definate character. Its not everyday you can get cheap liquor, smoke inside, schmooze with tweakers and weirdos, see an occasional altercation, and scam on young hot men all in one place. There is definate crowd diversity here. Gets really crowded on Fri./Sat. nights, you'll always run into someone here. Also the randomly hot cowboy singer is a good draw as well. Sometimes it takes forever to get a drink or to settle a tab, so bring cash to speed up the process. read more

Stayed in Sonora this weekend and was "seen" at this location 3 times. Great bar!!!smoking, pool, darts, video poker and jukebox!!! Oh boy. My boyfriend and I were in heaven!! Bartenders are also owners and are SO friendly!! Locals as well!! Love that bar!! Sierra Nevada on tap. Yay!!! read more

Great bar. being able to smoke inside is a big plus. The bartenders aren't stingy with the booze when they mix your drink and the regulars were very friendly to us "outsiders" read more

I've had a few bad experiences here. The first time I went to the Iron Horse was about a year ago. I'd just turned 21 and was really excited to go bar hopping (especially in a place that allows smoking). I'm from out of state and hadn't gotten a new license yet. When I handed mine to the bartender she exclaimed that it was fake and refused to give it back. It took 10 minutes and a younger bar owner looking at it for her to give me back my ONLY form of I.D. She didn't even apologize - she just said her daughter had one like that when she was 16. And she short changed me and said I was lying when I told her so. I was pissed. The second time I went here was because I'd been drinking over at The Office (which is amazing by the way) and my boyfriend wanted to stop over at the Iron Horse for a drink and smoke. I went with him reluctantly. I was halfway through my drink when a huge man came up to me and called me a faggot. He then proceeded to grab my ass and not let go when I told him to. First of all, yes, I am gay but he had NO way of knowing it. My boyfriend and I were sitting pretty far apart because this bar is usually full of drunken idiots. I'm sure he only thought we were gay because I have quite a few piercings and my hair way dyed purple at the time. Either way it was ridiculous. The only reason I'm giving this place 2 stars is that the drinks are really strong. I could see someone getting into a bar fight or even raped here pretty easily. It's the sleaziest place around. I'd suggest trying The Office or even the Sonora Pub first. read more

This is the locals spot love it would always come back if in the neighborhood this is a smoking Bar the bartenders are also owners

I feel like this place is popular because you can smoke... it's kinda lame just a shit load of old folks smoking...a lot. I dunno people were nice drinks were drinks. But nothing special just a dive bar with a shit load of of old folks smoking. read more

This place is awesome! My husband & I stopped in for a few drinks before turning in for the night & I'm glad we did. We met all kinds of characters & had a blasty! Looks like it was the place to hang out & have a real good time if you're not stuck up & into the meat-market club atmosphere. Just good booze, good ole boys & smokin to boot! I can't wait to go back. read more

been here a few times now and the bartender already knew my name by the second visit. Jason's awesome! but doesnt like roundtable... so dont even try to bribe him.. that being said, i will be back! read more

Been in town for a few weeks working. It depends o who's bartending. .. Hard to get a drink unless the older ex hippie girl knows you. ... Too bad. Spend alot of money for hotel, and nowhere to get a beverage. ... Go to the nearest store. Stay in the room. read more

drank lots, got in fights, where are the girls? if your a dude lookin to take your girl friend... be warey. or put a beard on her to fit in with the rest of the sexy bar flies (i really am talking about the ladies). no chicks but sometimes it made it better.( no im not gay) read more