The Blue Door Bar — Restaurant in Fullerton

Alright, where should I start? Last night's experiences needs a serious review. I would give 0stars. However, I would give 5stars to the bartender. She managed everything like a pro, her level of patience and tolerance for dealing with inappropriate behavior and individuals. She was incredibly kind, provided outstanding service, and even went out of her way to return the extra cash I had accidentally left behind. I ended up telling her to keep it as a gesture of appreciation for her honesty something you don’t often see with many bartenders! Clear she took pleasure in her work, with care and efficiency without taking too much time. More bartenders like her are needed in bars. This was my first visit to the bar, and I can say with certainty that I won't be returning. I visited this bar for a first date, as it was a fair midway point between us, and it had received quite good reviews. There are some poor ones, but never judgment. It goes without saying that this is a NEGATIVE review, from the behavior of the so-called "frequent flyers," as others around me referred to them. The first incident that caught my attention was when a man approached the bartender, asking for the owner's #because he claimed he hadn't consumed all those drinks. I was present and had noticed the previous bartender pouring roughly the same #of drinks he was denying. The bartender said, she can't give out his # but you're welcome to look up our bar's #online and call him tomorrow. Then, a guy came along and said, Here's his number, just text him. I'm not aware of any bar in my area that freely gives out the owner's #, especially so late at night. A cause for disaster. This bar could really use a bar rescue... or perhaps the owner needs it. My date arrived, we ordered another drink, and wrapped things up. At 1:30 am, the bartender announced "last call." She then moved around the bar, serving their final drinks and closing out tabs.. We were getting ready to leave when, at 1:50 a.m., a guy approached to ask for a drink, and she said sorry I stopped serving a few minutes ago. She then announced to everyone, thanking them and It's 150. You have 8 more minutes to finish your drinks. See you all tomorrow. Certainly expressed better than many who turn bitter and consumed by rage. Everyone was wrapping things up. As we stepped outside, we could hear a man shouting at the bartender from our car. The bartender then yells, GET OUT, no drinking allowed after two. It's 2:02! She had calmly informed everyone three to four times that there would be no more drinks as it was past 1:58, yet the man kept shouting at her. He insulted her with derogatory names, at one point referring to her as the C word and the B word, belittled her, claimed she was insignificant, and hurled every offensive term imaginable at her. That's when you notice others stepping in to support her and trying to lead him out. Meanwhile, the man refuses to leave and continues shouting at the bartender. At one point, he shouts, You have no right to tell me to leave. I go whenever I choose. Wow, I was truly astonished when I heard that. He then shouts, "I'm calling James." But who is James?! At this moment, I assume he must be the owner. My date inquired and, sure enough, the so-called mystery man named James turned out to be the owner. This man would not stop yelling at the bartender, insulting her, challenging her to a one-on-one fight, and belittling her by saying she was a nobody and couldn’t do anything to him. It completely shocked me! What surprised my date and me even further was hearing some regular attendees mention that these individuals always behave this way. I truly couldn’t believe what was occurring. Such a tense and unfriendly atmosphere to endure. The petite and stout bartender shouldn't have to handle such altercations or deal with intoxicated individuals. However, she did handle it at her best, better than most, definitely better than I have ever handled things in my past of being behind a bar. I can already picture what it's like on a...

The Bar: This bar and I go way back. This was my old stomping ground back in the day. Located on Euclid, a stand alone building not attached to a strip mall, which is unusual for the type of bars I've been to lately. They calls this #4, but there are only 2. This place has had a face-lift since the last time I was here. The outside looks brand new. The inside, still the same with a few new improvement, including and indoor smoking lounge, which is a nice touch. The Crowd: Mixed. College, retired, a few bikers...all seemed like good people having a great time. Service: Outstanding. All 3 poison pusher were very attentive to the patrons. Prices: $3.50 pints of PBR, $10 pitchers of domestic, $14 for premium, $10 large pizza. Entertainment: 3 pool tables ($0.75), 4 electronic dart boards, 6 TV's. Tonight, there was a DJ... I skipped out before having to hear that noise. Restroom: Less than fabulous, nothing too horrible, but no where to spend any more time than you have to. Typical dive bar crap hole with the classic dive bar condom machine. Bartenders: Heather, Sam and Tatum. Closing statement: Still a great bar. Looking forward to a return trip...

It’s a dive bar, as we expected. Went in to ask if the dogs could come in and the bartender said as long as they were friendly.

Big space inside was not too many people on a Saturday night. The dogs had plenty of space inside.

There’s also a little back area. The door says that you can’t come back through but it’s not locked so you can.

We had just missed the pinball tournament, but somebody gave us some pinball tips and bought us our first round of pinball.

Met some regulars at the bar. One lady gave us her homemade cowboy candy, which we ate with the nachos from the bar. Nachos are corn chips with a heated container of melted cheese. She had also raved about the onion rings but we did not try that.

My sister got a free chocolate birthday cake shot for her birthday and we ordered vodka sodas with extra limes, which came in a tall glass.

Casual and friendly local place. People were asking to pet our greyhounds.

There is parking but we were able...