Freddie’s 35er Bar

The downstairs area is super cool! I had so much fun dancing and drinking here, the drinks aren’t expensive either, the bar tender made me the best drink I’ve ever had that he made up himself so I have no idea what it’s called! He was a super nice guy. It’s just such a great environment and I love the fact that it’s a bar that you can also dance at or go upstairs and play pool, just a super cool place to be

Initially this bar showed promise, it seemed like everyone upstairs was having an enjoyable time. It was fairly busy, and there’s not much room for people to properly play pool, but I didn’t see anyone complaining. However standing at the bar upstairs for 10 minutes waiting to place my drink order made me try the bar downstairs. Boy, what a mistake that was. The downstairs area is extremely crowded, the floor is sticky, and the bartender is very sloppy. A friend and I both ordered the same mixed drink, however the bartender either didn’t know how to make it or didn’t care and did not put the correct proportions of ingredients in the drinks. We ordered the same drink but both tasted completely different. He also didn’t know the correct cost, and told us «let’s just say it’s $ 20 and call it good.» I was appalled. The DJ on Saturdays is awful. Doesn’t know how to transition between songs and is very annoying on the mic. I have no desire to ever come back to this establishment, giving two stars for the causal upstairs sports bar area and very friendly security.

I watched the warriors win game one of the 2015 – 2016 finals here. I can only associate positivity with this place now.

«The scene of the crime»
That’s what someone in my group called it, because of what occurred here. We went here before the Copa America Centenario game on 6÷4÷16 at the Rose Bowl. I don’t remember much after we left the bar.
The drinks were cheap, the bartenders were friendly, and the people there — the people are what make the place great. You meet different types of people from all walks of life, all here for a different purpose. Sure, it’s a dive bar, but it’s a GREAT dive bar. I want to go back if I’m in the area.

I went in a few days ago and had told the bartender that I had not been there since the security guard was a jerk to me… I found out that a regular was blamed for writing the review that I wrote and was 86 for me writing it. Poor girl, was given a hard time per the bartender, and was told that the security guard gave a lame excuse to his supervisor for 86 her…

Been to 35er a few times and I gotta say, it’s nothing special… just your regular run of the mill divey bar. Exceptttttt on weekend nights when they serve cheap tacos and quesadillas haha. But honestly, the drinks are not bad — they have a nice variety of crafted beers vs. typical on tap beers, and liquors. The bartenders aren’t the friendliest bunch I have ever encountered, but they have gotten the job done. I’m sure ill be back again..

Came here a few weekends ago to watch the Pacquiao fight… The place got pretty busy, and it been a while since I’ve been there but was chill like I remembered. They charge 10 bucks at the door on fight nights… For those of you that have to pay it anyway.
I stuck to be here all night and can’t complain about that. There’s two pool tables each of which are a dollar a game, A far cry from the $ 15 an hour some places charge. There’s also a large bar downstairs, and a taco guy on busy nights… Will definitely be back soon!
Make sure to tip your bartender… If it’s Danny, or even if it isn’t Danny I guess.

This was a cool bar with excellent service, an intriguing décor of Christmas lights and sports memorabilia, and two available pool tables. Drinks were a little pricey but quite acceptable considering what they go for in other bars or clubs in this area. The only downside was that we came here on a Thursday night and although the main floor was packed, the downstairs portion of the bar was still closed off, meaning no access to the other pool tables or arcade games. However, definitely give this place a shot if you’re looking for more of a Midwest bar atmosphere and a chance to actually talk to the people you’re going out with.

This is a dive bar. That being said, it’s got two pool tables, two floors, two bars, an outdoor patio, free popcorn, cheap-​er drinks and an on-​site taco stand for happy hour.
I’ve been twice in two weeks to watch March madness games and sat outside munching on tacos with pitchers both times having a nice time. Bouncers are all friendly, bartenders were efficient and willing to adjust channels so you could watch your game. Couldn’t ask for too much more.

Wow I know pasadena has a history of having favoritism toward a certain demographic but I never experienced it in the businesses. So after an art show the wife and I want to have a drink before returning to hotel Constance. So I walk up to the bar and wait for 5 minutes trying to make eye contact with the bartender, then wait 5 more minutes then start waving and she ignores me. So 15 minutes go bye and a male 36 years old Anglo american walks up and she looks at him and says what do you want and serves him. OK maybe its just me, then two women Anglo american walk up and again what oh you want and serves them. I raise my voice and say excuse me, she yells at me and says «you Dont have to yell at me» you can wait I’ll be with you and continues serving other people of this certain demographic.
The other customers said she has been like that all night serving all white customers first then others.
We will not be returning to this Establishment.

It’s alright. Not a big fan but i would definitely come back here again during happy hour if i was in the area and in the mood for a pitcher and food. Not much of a wow factor here but if you have time to kill and just wanna chill with friends here, it’s a good option.

I was not allowed into this bar last night for wearing shorts. SHORTS! Last time I checked, this was Southern California. We wear shorts whenever we d@#$ well please!

I love Old Town Pasadena and that is why I have become quite familiar with most of the bars in the area, especially Freddie’s 35er or as we all call it 35er. This place is interesting because the first floor seems like a normal sports bar. Tons of sports memorabilia on the walls, sports on the TV, sweet classic rock, and even a pool table. However, on the floor downstairs it is a complete 180. The downstairs is full of drunk and rowdy people looking to get wasted, drink and dance. There is a DJ downstairs playing hip-​hop, EDM, Spanish music, a little bit of everything that will get you dancing. It sounds fun, and it is at times, but the crowd gets a little too raunchy and over the top at times. I have seen numerous of fights break out while I was there and heard of various others. I suppose these things do happen at plenty of bars but 35er definitely calls for it more than other bars I have been to. I will admit, I have had a lot of fun here before I it is not totally a terrible place. You can definitely go and check it out for yourself, but you have been warned.

Looking for a place to chill and not want it to be super upidy and fancy. Well this place is pretty Divey but not a bad one. It has TV’s everywhere to watch the games and a pool table and a dance floor downstairs. Perfect place to just hang out and grab a drink, sometimes they have popcorn for free as well. The drinks were mediocre no specialty drinks, takes a while for the bartender to notice you.

Jeremy & Oben were the best. we had a super great time. drinks were def generous. clearly it’s a local bar… but they made the out-​of-​towners feel welcome.
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The drinks are strong and cheap. The bartenders are nice and may or may not give you a free shot if you stop by for your birthday.
The place could b e a little cleaner, but it’s not enough for me to drop my rating to 3 stars or less. The drinks are too cheap and good for me to care about some toilet paper on the bathroom floor.
There’s an entrance in the front on Colorado or in the back in the alley.

Came here on our second stop of bar hopping.
I feel this place has seen better days but we still went. Lack of judgement? IDK.
Crowd is more middle age. Can get crowded. I like that there’s free popcorn. Ordered a pitcher of blue moon. Music was meh. Bartender was really nice though. It has the convenience of being right on Colorado Blvd if you’re not willing to explore the neighborhood (which I highly recommend you explore).
I had to take one star away for the price. This place can get expensive quick.

I’m never returning. I used to like the music and crowd but last Friday changed my mind about this place.
Like others have said, the staff are terrible. My friends and I were having a great time in a Friday night when I went to the restroom. The two stall bathroom was woefully inadequate for the number of women in line during a packed night and the line was long. I’m honestly not the type to break rules but I had to go and figured no one would care, so I went to the men’s restroom. The bouncer guy (supposedly Oscar but that might not have been his name) followed me, made me leave, and asked me if I thought I was «special.» There’s the problem– this dude had a major chip on his shoulder. If you’re such a stickler for the rules, I get. Just make me leave. But don’t go being a dick about it.
Anyway, we argued some, then I went on my way. Only to end up in line again a little later, and find out from a girl in line that he was letting women use the men’s restroom. WTF? So I found him and, admittedly, went off. Apparently, women are supposed to know to ask the male bouncer for permission to use the men’s restroom. How was I supposed to know that? Ridiculous. He was just angry because he thinks he’s wanted to be able to control everything in his little kingdom.
We ended up being kicked out. I’ve seen the other bad reviews of this place so I know their management doesn’t care how rudely its staff treats customers but I will follow up with a formal complaint. First, if someone doesn’t follow the rules, let them know but not in a rude way that escalates the situation. Secondly, it’s the bar’s fault for not having adequate facilities.
Anyway the rude one (there may be more) is some big guy with a beard, dark hair, and tattoos on his arms.
And nothing’s free: a guy who used to bar tend there told us that people come out of the bathroom without washing their hands and take popcorn straight from the machine.

Been here a few times now and during different times of the week too.
Not much to say other than this is a divey sports bar. There’s a free popcorn machine and pool tables.
Drinks are cheap on weekends. But on Friday nights, drinks are pricier after happy hour but they’re stronger — pro and con in one.
Insider tip: you can order food and have it delivered!

On hot summer nights in Pasadena during the late 70s/​early 80s, my parents would often load me and my five younger brothers in the van, hoping that the soft whir of the van engine would lull us to sleep. Our route through town invariably took us down Colorado Blvd. from east to west.
This was well before «Old Town» had seen any kind of urban renewal; at that time, it was a series of abandoned buildings, halfway houses, adult bookstores, and pawn shops. Homeless lined Colorado Blvd., there was trash in the streets, and «seedy» was in full-​swing.
And yet, somehow in the midst of all that was an old dive bar called the 35er. My earliest memory of the place was watching a guy in a vest beating the hell out of another guy on the ground as we drove by one night. The fight had poured out onto Colorado and into the street, and Dad floored it to get his family out of there.
Thankfully, the 35er doesn’t seem to have quite the same proclivity for biker violence as it had in the past… although it has not lost its dive-​bar charm. It is now nestled amidst trendy restaurants and retail stores in the heart of Old Town Pasadena.
Dark and delightfully gloomy, the 35er (still somewhat pejoratively but lovingly referred to as the Dirty Diver) has over a dozen flat screen TVs with sports and entertainment. There is a main bar, as well as tables, pool tables and a few games line the walls. A few tables outside go largely unused except on weekends. The gal behind the bar is a doll, and completely fits the vibe of this place.
My bride of ten years and I like to go in there and… get this… have a couple of beers after dinner down the street somewhere. If you’re looking for a safe and welcoming place where you come as you are, a place that doesn’t assume, a place that doesn’t charge a cover, a place with more history than you have… check out the 35er. Better yet, check in on Unilocal and receive… well, absolutely nothing. :D