The Wayfarer

4.4 ( 588 reviews )
Checking... 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM See Hours
$10–20
843 W 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, United States
+1 949-764-0039
The Wayfarer, a live music bar located in Costa Mesa, CA, captures the essence of a vibrant nightlife destination. Sporting a welcoming atmosphere, patrons rave about the friendly staff and excellent acoustics during live performances. Many customers, like Kelsey, highlight the intimacy of the venue, allowing for a memorable experience up close with the artists. While a few reviews focus primarily on the music, the food and drink offerings have not gone unnoticed. The happy hour menu features crowd-pleasers like the Animal Tots and Chicken Skewers, each priced at just $8, ensuring that food is as accessible as the entertainment. Diners can enjoy refreshing cocktails alongside comfort foods such as Mac and Cheese and Quesadillas. Customers like Benjamin Morrow appreciate the solid beer selection and the famed stage that once housed The Detroit Bar, making The Wayfarer an iconic spot for live entertainment and delectable treats. Walt White highlights the friendly vibe and reasonable drink prices, emphasizing the bar's community spirit. Ultimately, whether you're there for the music or the delicious fare, The Wayfarer presents an experience worth revisiting time and again.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has bar games
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has karaoke
    • Has live music
    • Has live performances
    • Has quiz night
    • Good for watching sport
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Has dancing
    • Serves food
    • Serves food at bar
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has restaurant
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For The Wayfarer

Kelsey
May 25,2025
I can't comment on the food or drinks, but the concert I went to was fantastic! The audio wasn't too loud, and it was a fun experience being so close to the artist. I would definitely come back for another show. It's in a plaza, so there was plenty of parking.
Phillip Keidel
May 19,2025
Cool bar, friendly staff, live music!
veri i
May 13,2025
Didn’t try the food but the vibes and the drinks are great! I loved the movies they played in the bar! Saw a cool show and sound was great! Awesome place recommend!
Benjamin Morrow
May 6,2025
Great food, awesome beer selection, friendly bartenders, and an iconic stage for live entertainment!!! Formerly The Detroit Bar, you can't go wrong at The Wayfarer!!!
Walt White
Apr 24,2025
Great spot for live music, two new pool tables, and a great selection of drinks at a reasonable price. Usually there’s a cover charge when a band is playing which is frequently. I like this place it’s near my house, and there is usually a good crowd.
Max Sanchez
Mar 17,2025
Mellow OC vibes here. Good place for an indie show. If I lived closer, I would probably frequent it more often. I got some food and vaguely remember it being good. Drink selection is solid.
DMM
Feb 17,2025
Awesme bar and venue! Chill, attentive, & fast bartenders, serving killer drinks. Excellent kitchen, a tasty Cowboy burger hit the spot, lotsa tots!! Good pool tables and sticks. Great sounding live sound system & stage with an terrific in-house sound person. Cool & hospitable staff. Gem in the corner, keep it rocking don't stop!
Page Musgrove
Feb 15,2025
We went to attend a show and meet up with some great graphic design artists enjoying their energy, talent and I was impressed by the way everyone had presented with the entire evening.

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