Pioneer Saloon — Restaurant in Woodside

Came here mid-day on a Saturday and expecting a dive bar; got a biker bar instead. We decided to have a round anyways and the server was really rude. We went to the bar and she came by and asked what we wanted. After we pondered drinks for no more than 10 seconds, she sneered and walked away to serve another customer, as if the place was crackin' (there were 7 people at the bar). The actual bar is really beautiful, with seemingly original walls and ceiling and a stained glass window. However, the overall vibe is aggressive and intense, and not what I want out of a dive bar. I think most of the reason I didn't like it was that the crowd and atmosphere are just not ones I prefer in a drinking establishment, but to each their own. Regardless, the service was...

The pioneer is an iconic watering hole for bikers and billionaires. It's been operating since the late 19th century. It's main attraction is the music program which has some of the greatest talent both local and national, featured on the small Dusty stage. This is a very casual place, often a destination by those on horse back-who park out back. Weeknights, you might walk in and find a #1 artist playing the guitar to 5 people in the bar. On weekends, when big headliners like Dutch Uncle play, expect to mingle in a very packed bar with captains of industry from the local area, and the regular folk who are all there to party and enjoy life. Even for people who rarely get out, this is not a...

The Pioneer Saloon is my favorite day saloon and late night club! Awesome live bands or stand up comedy all nights with a all inclusive jam session on Sunday's. The saloon itself has a great old rustic western feel to it set in a easy to find location. All ages are seen at the Pioneer Saloon from the nicest day crowd to silicon valley tech people at night. Excellent bartenders and reasonable prices for drinks, not to mention a great location for a...