Saloon Bars & Clubs in Laguna Beach – GayOut Guide
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Saloon

Google (115) 4.2
Tripadvisor (10) 3.5
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Visitors praise the Saloon for its unpretentious, welcoming, and cozy local atmosphere, with many enjoying its unique decor and potent specialty drinks like the Popo. However, several reviewers reported negative experiences with rude or unhelpful bartenders, including one instance of discrimination against a service animal and another where a patron was asked to leave after reporting harassment.

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446 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA
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(949) 494-5469

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About this place Saloon

Saloon is a gay bar and club located in Laguna Beach, a beautiful coastal community in Orange County, California. Situated on South Coast Highway, the venue sits in the heart of this vibrant seaside town known for its welcoming LGBTQ+ atmosphere and stunning Pacific Ocean views. Laguna Beach has established itself as a popular LGBTQ+ destination, offering visitors a relaxed yet lively social scene. As a gay bar and club, Saloon provides a space where LGBTQ+ travelers and locals can gather, socialize, and enjoy entertainment in a welcoming environment. The venue fits naturally into Laguna Beach's inclusive community, where visitors will find a range of dining, shopping, and nightlife options alongside beautiful beaches and coastal trails. Whether you're visiting Laguna Beach for a weekend getaway or a longer stay, Saloon offers a local scene to explore. The town's compact size and walkable areas make it easy to experience multiple venues and attractions in one trip. For current information about hours, events, and what to expect during your visit, we recommend checking their official channels or calling ahead.

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115 reviews

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KJ
KJ May 2026

The old man with glasses working behind the bar during closed hours is rude and condescending if you accidentally stumble to the wrong door in an extremely popular tourist destination. How can you be so grumpy, sir? You live in paradise.

Michelle B
Michelle B Mar 2026

Extremely rude bartender, I think he was the owner. Made us all very uncomfortable. There are many other options in Laguna for a drink, so I would never recommend this place

Bobbi Cox
Bobbi Cox Mar 2026

Stand up bar. Fun conversation. Good Happy Hour. Local Laguna..

Gabby Hollon
Gabby Hollon Dec 2025

Date: December 27th Time: Around 3:00 PM My experience here was extremely disappointing and upsetting. We were asked to leave solely because we had a legitimate service animal, despite clearly explaining that the dog is a medical service animal and providing documentation. The bartender explicitly stated that he “didn’t care if we were even blind” and refused us service anyway. This was not only unprofessional, but felt openly discriminatory toward people with disabilities. There was no issue with the dog’s behavior—it was calm, controlled, and doing its job. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), service animals are legally allowed in businesses, and staff are not permitted to deny access simply because they do not want dogs. Being dismissed in such a blunt and disrespectful way was humiliating. This incident will be reported to the ADA, and I strongly hope management takes this seriously and properly educates their staff on disability rights so this does not happen to anyone else.

Cristian m
Cristian m Dec 2025
Bobbi Cox
Bobbi Cox Aug 2025
Anna Virovka
Anna Virovka Jun 2025

Discrimination to the max. We were not allowed because our friend who has a service dog was denied service. Stay away from them !

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