The Record
Charming local pub on Point Arena's Main Street with great food, local beers on tap, creative cocktails, and occasional live music.
- Mon Closed
- Tue Closed
- Wed 3:00 – 10:00 PM · Today
- Thu 3:00 – 10:00 PM
- Fri Closed
- Sat Closed
- Sun 12:00 – 10:00 PM
Along Highway 1
Leg times are driving estimates along Highway 1.
South to north along Highway 1: Stewarts Point Store, then ~5 min to Sea Ranch Lodge, then ~15 min to Gualala Downtown, then ~25 min to Point Arena Downtown. The Record is the venue on this page.
Nearby
Within a short walk
Arena Market & Café · B Bryan Preserve · Franny's Cup & Saucer · Izakaya Gama · Little Green Bean Roastery · Sign of the Whale
A short drive
- Cove Coffee 1.0 mi W
- Point Arena Pizza 1.0 mi W
- Pier Place 1.0 mi W
- Pelican Bluffs Trail 1.2 mi S
Bar
A historic Main Street storefront turned community pub — regulars know owners Paul and Kim by name. There's a stage, a dance floor, and outdoor seating, built more for lingering than a quick drink. Point Arena's one-block, walkable downtown makes it an easy stop alongside a gallery, café, or the historic Arena Theater.
Live music is the draw: home to the monthly "Third Thursday Poetry & Jazz" open mic with a featured poet and live jazz improv — the most reliably scheduled night to plan a visit around.
What to Order
- Beer and wine are served; no cocktail program confirmed
- Typical spend: $20-30 per person
Before You Go
- Hours are unsettled between sources — Google lists Wed/Thu 3-10 PM plus Sun 12-10 PM, while the venue's own site claims Wed-Sat 3-10pm; call ahead at (707) 412-0878
- No reservations — it's a walk-in room; private-event booking inquiries go through the venue's contact email
- Parking: free street parking on Main Street
- Accessibility: wheelchair-accessible parking and restroom
- Payment: credit and debit cards accepted, not cash-only
What visitors say
- The room itself is the draw — "Such a cozy and stylish spot… the whole place felt effortlessly cool and inviting" (Google review), with vintage artifacts, a free jukebox, and weekly live music all getting repeat mentions
- The Reuben is the consensus order — "super gooey and delicious" (Google review); the fresh focaccia and the complimentary popcorn also come up again and again
- Locally sourced, and reviewers notice — "You can see and feel it, the food is made with love" (Google review), with ingredients bought from local producers
- The honest knock: the menu is simple — one reviewer found the dishes "not particularly special" and wished for a wider beer list, while still ranking it among the top places to visit in Point Arena