Whiskey Dave's
Storied bar named for a resident "ghost" with rock-themed bar eats, pool, live music & TV sports.
Location
40740 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
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What reviewers say
Whiskey Dave's receives mixed reviews on atmosphere, drink quality, pricing, and safety.
Themes summarized from customer reviews (sample of 8)
What do customers say about the drink quality at Whiskey Dave's?
Multiple customers reported that drinks, especially cocktails like Long Island Iced Tea, tasted like soda or were poorly made, leading to disappointment despite high prices. One review specifically mentioned the drinks tasting like juice rather than the expected cocktail flavor.
Source: 3 of 8 reviews • Confidence: high (explicit mention)
How is the atmosphere and cleanliness of Whiskey Dave's?
Several reviewers praised the atmosphere for being lively with music suitable for millennials and clean bathrooms, while others found the vibe unwelcoming and the interior dark. One customer highlighted the cleanliness of the bathrooms as a standout positive.
Source: 3 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (mixed feedback)
What are the pricing concerns at Whiskey Dave's?
Customers noted that prices are high, especially for shots and beer, with one review mentioning a $13 charge for a specialty shot and another criticizing the ATM fee of $5 per withdrawal. The high cost was cited alongside subpar drink quality.
Source: 3 of 8 reviews • Confidence: high (explicit mention)
Is Whiskey Dave's safe late at night?
One reviewer warned that the venue is unsafe after dark, citing concerns about potentially compromised alcohol leading to symptoms of drugging or poisoning, and criticized the bartender for charging for tap water in a medical emergency. This raises serious safety concerns.
Source: 1 of 8 reviews • Confidence: low (single alarming report)
What amenities does Whiskey Dave's offer?
Whiskey Dave's features pool tables, a dance floor, and a fire pit outdoors. It is open late, staying open until 12 AM, and offers a variety of spirits. However, some equipment like the foosball table was reported missing balls despite full pricing.
Source: 4 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (recurring theme)
How is the service and management at Whiskey Dave's?
Service speed was noted as fast by one reviewer, but management and staff behavior were criticized in another for over-serving intoxicated patrons and questionable security practices, including a security staff member allegedly encouraging fights.
Source: 2 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (conflicting feedback)
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3.7
★★★★★3.7542 reviews
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- Plus Code
- 63RP+2Q Big Bear Lake, California
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Google Place ID
- ChIJf42mQJazxIARP2S1w2H2fug
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