Niffy's Merrimaker

Nathan Delaney

6 years ago

Love this place. The cleaned up Merrimaker is even better. I'm so glad they did minimum to update this classic bar. The bathrooms are by far the biggest improvement. Same layout, same basic look and feel, but better. It made me feel like I was up in the mountains while grabbing a pint and hanging out with friends. Classic dive bar with warm welcoming people next to the beach, what more could you want?

randall lyon

3 years ago

The remodel keeps the rustic vibe, but with a clean look and feel. Friendly staff help the inviting atmosphere. Reasonable prices and expertly made drinks will make this a place to be. I went with the cast of ""Murder on the Orient Express" and we had a great time.

Carrick Johnson

2 years ago

One of the best spots on the central coast! A very friendly and fun environment with a fireplace, pool table, ring toss game, board games, and multiple decks of cards available. There is also a beer garden in the back, which has a beautiful relaxing environment with multiple fire pits and live music. Locally owned and operated so it feels like everyone is family and all out of town visitors are welcomed by friendly locals.

Mohawk

year ago

Thursday night karaoke is a blast. Great KJ!!! Awesome bar staff. Some of the best locals in the country. Every time a treat.

Ame Quinonez

3 years ago

What an awesome place. The music was amazing and the remodel is amazing. No Dive Bar no more, but a great local bar with great people.

Kris S.

11 months ago

We stopped here for a drink st this fun dog friendly local bar. Service was great. No food options there, but you can bring food in. Has live music, fun people and great staff.

Wendy Oliver

3 months ago

Beautiful ❤️ remodeling by Niffy's! Great energy 👏 stage staff service owner and booking 👏 Baywood park is a gem 💎 ✨️ 💖 with creative people. A must see and experience!! ❤️ music 🎶 with Ras Danny.com ✨️

Dreams and Videos

4 months ago

Great little coastal bar. Friendly staff, friendly locals. Dog friendly too. Nice bar box pool table ($1 per game)

Judy Alesso

2 years ago

A GIANT THANK YOU to Jennifer for providing the Best/Perfect venue to celebrate 2 (child like) old Ladies Birthday Party! Nicole did a fantastic job behind the bar and was a class act as always! Add a couple of the Best local musicians in Rachel and Bobby Santa Cruz and, you have the Perfect Party! A great time was had by all!

Tami Donner

4 years ago

We love this bar! Not a pick-up joint. This is a place to have a stiff drink, talk story and watch TV. Definitely a Cheers type atmosphere. A couple of busy pool tables and a small patio room to smoke. A Monday must, after shopping at the Farmer's Market across the street, from 2-4:30pm. No food here, but there are some great places within walking distance. Did I say we LOVE this bar? UPDATE: Changed my 5 star rating to a 3. The bar was sold and redone. Not the same ole dive bar. We didn't feel as welcome, the crowd was not the same, new bartenders and furniture. They updated the bathroom which seems to make most people happy. But that said, the new bathroom isn't enough of a draw for us. We haven't been back except for the one time and don't have any plans to. If we return again and I feel differently, I'll be sure to update my review. If you enjoy the new look and feel, right on! Someone needs to keep the doors open. 2/14/2022 - UPDATE: How many times can I re-review this place? Answer: As many times as it takes. Today, while dining on the patio of High Street Deli, my husband noticed movement at the Merrimaker. We rode our bikes down here, expecting it to be closed, but to our pleasant surprise, they were open. A quiet soft opening to allow locals to get to enjoy it first. As mentioned in other reviews, the Dive Bar ambiance of the ole Merrimaker is gone. However, that said, the Merrimaker, as it is today is a fun and satisfying place to grab a drink. Once in the door, it's up to you to manifest your own experience. Nuzzle up to the gorgeous wooden bar, or sit at the bistro style tables. One of the pool tables survived but the karaoke is gone. I never partook in either, so I don't feel the change. We truly enjoyed sitting at the bar, today, as locals walked in and cheered at their afternoon serendipity. It's still conveniently located near the east end of the Monday Farmer's Market. I've changed my 3 star rating back to 5 stars. The snobby crowd wasn't present to