12/07/08

Pierce Street Annex

by MrBreeze

About 30 years ago i went to work for Doug at the Pierce Street as their DJ. I think i was the first one.

Although i havent been there in 30 years it remains today in my mind as the most fun i have ever had in a nite spot. I am currently working on the west coast and have every intention of visiting it on my way home. I hope it hasnt changed.

T. Breedlove

11/04/08

Straight from DJ Daniel

by djdanielpiercest

Hello Everyone, its Dj Daniel here at Pierce Street every Sunday and Monday. I read a review describing my performance as tolerable? Due to not playing regulars requests. I play a mix as requested by the management. Hip Hop, Modern Rock, Old School, Classic Rock, Dance, Etc... If you request a song and are polite, NOT RUDE. Your song will likely get played. I even go as far as downloading a song if it dont have it. I almost never say no unless the song is crude or inappropriate. I do a all request live up in LA and playing other genras are not a problem. don't believe this behan's review.

Pierce Street is great! I love going to work there, the locals are always fun, the bartenders make great drinks, you can even cook your own food on the patio's bbq grill, play some pool, foos ball, make some friends, Dance the night away, and have a good time everyday of the week!

DJ Daniel djdaniel@see-djcom (Pierce Street Annex resident DJ, Sunday and Monday)

Response from this business

87692– November 25, 2008 at 21:00:25 PST

DJ Daniel is one of the reasons that Pierce Street has been in business for 32 years when the average place is gone in 3 years or less. He is friendly, personable, very professional and always caters to the crowd's wishes, as long as they fall within the guidelines of the Management. If you have a complaint, then please direct it to Management for some resolution, not a review that chastises a very good DJ.

10/23/08

A GREAT NIEGHBORHOOD HANG OUT

by benhen

Don't believe the hype seen in previous reviews referencing "...not worth risking your life over." or, "... no religious tolorance." PSA is a great place to hang out whether it be after work for Happy Hour, or a full on Night Club experience on Friday and Saturday nights. A recent change in policy allows hats just so long as they have no dubious references. There is no cover charge, there is no waiting in stupid lines, and there is no pretentious snobbyness. What you will find is a varied mix of people, great drinks, and an awesome patio with a BBQ grill.

They have great drink and food specials throughout the week making it even more appealing if you are on a budget.

DJ Johnny B is great... DJ Daniel is tolerable (he won't play requests for regulars... just aweful pop and techno music ad nauseum) In any case PSA is still great. I recommend it highly!

• Pros: great drinks, unique atmosphere, bbq grill

Response from this business

87692– November 25, 2008 at 20:53:34 PST

This opinion is to the point and very realistic. We do not try to be an elite place for pretentious people and have the most cosmopolitan crowd in OC, that gets along and enjoys socializing in a very fun and safe atmosphere.

10/09/08

Great Mix of Music & People

by GhettoBirdPilot

In reading these reviews, it seems many rate the experience on "1" specific occurance. As an objective person, here are the facts: I am 41(but never guess that) , family, professional, great shape, and luckily above average looks & dance skills. My wife and I visit this Location 2-3 times annually.--1st, arrive early (930ish) because it gets crowded at the blink of an eye. its nice to have a table to relax during the evening. NO COVER is a nice "un-O.C." way to begin the evening. The D.J. plays a wide range of music (Classic Rock, Hip Hop, R&B), but the dance floor is only average in size. The floor does get packed but NOT unbearable. The Service and Drinks are always above Average. There is a nice out-door area (large), and 2 pool tables inside the Bar, adjacent to the Dance Floor. There is a large mix of people that visit this establishment. As a result there might be a handful of people "YOU" would not associate with. If you are the OC-Judgemental Type, then you might be happier going to a "Snobby" place, because most people here are relatively friendly. As with any "club," you DO have the groups only looking to hook-up, however that's simply part of the entire experience. Everytime I've gone to this spot (Btn 25-41 yrs old), I have had a Great Time!!! Go there thinking you WILL meet Every HollyWood Diva, or thinking it will serve you a Seven Course Steak Meal, then you will be disappointed. If you Arrive anticipating an Exciting time for you and your friends, then You Will Certainly Have One!!! ~~ some reviews indictated only Hicks go to this place. Well, let me give you the Line-UP of friends I attended with 2 weeks ago. Me (Commercial Pilot), Wife (Doctor), Wife's co-worker, (Fe-Emerg Room Doctor), Sis-in law (Head Rep Fed-ex), Friend (local Police officer). Before you judge people, you might "ask," because you NEVER know! I did have one bad experience with "regulars" over the pool table, but that was "the individuals" & NOT the Business.....Go & Enjoy!!!

• Pros: Bar & Cocktail Service / Variety of music, but All Good
• Cons: None really (maybe overcrowded at midnight)

Response from this business

87692– October 20, 2008 at 11:21:08 PDT

We agree with everything that you said, but two things were not included, and that is the amazing mix of people. On any given busy night you might hear a dozen or more languages spoken, and if there are any problems, the Security is very visible and will handle any issues including pool playing ones. Out customers quality is very good as evidenced by the review and the many teachers, and off duty police from all over that regularly attend our establishment. Thank you for your comments, and whenever you visit us again, be sure to ask tor either Gordon or Doug.

09/15/08

Too dangerous not worth dying for

by SpydaMan

This place was once a classy joint but not anymore. First of all they are too lax with their dress code in that now foolish mob members are walking in this place with their foolish white tee attire. I wet to this place after watching a couple of games at a sports bar, going here was a mistake. The place was full with a samoan organized mob who later cowardly tried to jump two gentlemen outside for no reason whatsoever.. They are the same people who were bullying people in the club pushing them and looking for a fight all thie time. The security at this place is too lenient with who they let in. In a nutshelll if you are going to risk your life going here, avoid standing next to any of those mob foolish members in sagging jeans and white tees. Especially teh samoans they are there to look for trouble half the time. This place has to have better security and control who is getting into their club to at least get their class back.

Response from this business

87692– October 20, 2008 at 11:12:11 PDT

It is hard to respond to something that is so off base. We have a dress code, that is similar to all of the local dress codes, and we have a very low tolerance for anyone that is gang related. When you open to the public, everyone is invited and it is up to the Club to monitor the crowd, which we do on a very serious basis. Call the Costa Mesa police and ask about our record of incidents in the last 8 months. We have no fights and customers that don't act properly are escorted out. Any confrontational incidents that we see or are informed of are handled immediately. Ownership is on the premises each and every busy night. In the future, please introduce yourself to management or the head of Security to address your concerns or inform us of any issues that you are having with customers. We will gladly handle any problems. 500-600 customers a night on busy nights disagree with the aforewritten review and we do as well. Our Women are great and the Men are well behaved or they are out.

07/18/08

Must go there

by Heartbreaker1

That's the best bar in orange County. it's great to have fun with friends or make new friends. no dress code just not wear any kind of hat.

Response from this business

87692– August 04, 2008 at 12:14:57 PDT

Thank you for your remarks and review. We want to point to our specials during these difficult times, and ask you to introduce yourself to either Gordon or Doug when you come in for a little extra token of our appreciation.

06/25/08

dont cross the street

by BillyTheBouncer

Pierce Street Annex is a trendy kind of bar small dance floor. they do however have a great BBQ pit to make your own burgers. and they do have a nice staff.

Response from this business

87692– August 04, 2008 at 12:20:06 PDT

We want to thank you for your comments. We also want to recommend that you take advantage of our Tuesday night Brat, Sausage and Burger specials, and coming soon our Monday night Taco and Flauta offering. We sincerely appreciate your business and hope that we can continue to present an atmosphere and product that will bring you back.

05/19/08

Skip it.

by alwaysaangel

Not that young of a crowd. However the bigger issue is that the dress code is apparently unmovable for religious tolerance. A medical student from UCI was not let in recently because he was wearing a turban. Google "pierce street annex no hats sikh" for the full story.

Someone wearing head covering for the purpose of religion should not be barred because of a so-called dress code. What sort of ridiculous place is this?

• Cons: Religious intolerance

Response from this business

87692– August 11, 2008 at 13:37:44 PDT

Our dress code did create entry issues for someone wearing a turban, but that happened in 2007, and our policy was changed and documented in April of 2007. Since that time there has been no issue with regards to someone wearing a religiously mandated headware. This review in May, over one year after the fact, is libelous, and any other false claims will be met with legal action. We do not discriminate against any religion and never have.

12/14/07

Great great great

by tisher

This is such a great place! I've been there a few times now on Saturdays and Sundays. It's Really fun to go dance and on Sundays, the band is GREAT!!! Drinks are pretty cheap unless you order something with redbull. The bartenders are pretty cool and my favorate waitress Marisa is really cool and friendly. We always have fun with her and good conversation. Very upbeat. I absolutely recommend the place! See you there one of these nights soon. Oh yeah! One of the best parts is you can grill your own food out on the large patio. If you want to make something they don't offer, you can bring it in. I LOVE this bar!!

• Pros: Great staff, a place for everybody as long as you're not stuck up, every type of person.
• Cons: Redbull drinks are expensive

07/24/07

Website please!

by 30yroldpartygirl

I like this place. I think it is fun to cook out on the patio. I just wish they had a website available other than myspace. Not all computers allow myspace.

• Pros: Can cook your own food purchased there.
• Cons: No website

Response from this business

87692– September 18, 2007 at 11:18:31 PDT

We have an active web site at piercestreetonline.com. We are sorry if you were not able to access this before. Please feel free to browse and to e-mail us. Thank you for partying with us.