I just had to write my own review and compliment the previous about the "Tall Hipster Dipshit" with no personality.....here is a fun tip: ask him (the T.H.D.) something about one of the punk rock bands he has labeled on his clothing..just pick one.. he has no clue, he probably got it off the rack like that He told me one night that it is illegal to mix a drink with HypnotQ and vodka, and when I argued with him, he kicked me out.
(2)
Industrial P.
This is a great local place to grab a beer and a burger, prices are reasonable the staff is friendly. They have bands on Fridays for a reasonable cover and the vibe is always fun and the people are always nice. They have their own specialty drinks and are willing to make recommendations when its not slammed, this is a great place for a beer or a martini.
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Mark K.
Decent food, good prices, large booze selection, but indifferent service. My server never checked on me. It was reflected in my tip.
(2)
Kaisha M.
ABG's is a dive bar. Like the first thing you think when you walk in is, "man, what a dive." I say this with love and affection the carpet is thin and shitty, the stage looks like a hazard, and the bathrooms are truly ridiculous (more on that in a bit) but I still like it because, as divey as it is, it grows on you. The Bartender's are a mixed bag, a few of them act like they're annoyed that you're bothering them but most of them are fantastic, they remember your name, even your order sometimes and are more than willing to take on a "make me something yummy" challenge, even when it's busy, which is always a huge plus in my book. Christie is the actual best bartender ever so definitely try to get her if you can. Personal favorite ABG's original cocktails include: Christmas In A Cup (OJ, Angry Orchard and Fireball), Jack-In-The-Nuts (whiskey, coke and coconut rum) and The Big Whiskey Drink (whiskey, whiskey and I'm not sure what else, but it's delicious and it comes in a huge stein.) Warning: Band night SUUUUUUCKS. On Friday night's local bands play and even if the bands don't suck (which is rare) whoever is doing their sound mix definitely does. They basically just turn the volume up as loud as it will go and leave it there, on top of that the speakers are monumentally shitty which leads to loud, unintelligible noise. It's loud to the point that the bartenders can't hear you order so you have to loiter around the bar until the song is over and then everyone mobs the poor bartender. It's a really terrible system. When it's not band night there is a jukebox with a VERY wide variety of music and 5 bucks gets you 25 songs and the machine automatically shuffles the songs so some asshole can't just play the same song 100 times. Okay, the bathrooms: the women's is near the front of the bar, it's tiny (2 stalls), has a low ceiling and and the walls of the stalls are so low that you can clearly see over them when standing, you can't see anything private but it can be awkward to look at the faces of the ladies in line while you pull you pants up. The men's room is at the back, past the stage and it's literally a shed with a toilet. Like I said, the bathrooms are ridiculous. They're always clean (if a bit shabby), they always have toilet paper but they're completely ridiculous. TL;DR: If you don't like dive bars you're not gonna like ABG's but if you're open to it, ABG's is a chill bar and a good time.
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Abby B.
I love dive bars but that place was a shithole. The carpets dirty the bartenders are assholes
(1)
Capt. Scott G.
Great bartender. Quick with the service. Nice dive. I'll be back.
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scott h.
Ya, it's a dive bar. Fortunately, I like dive bars. In a town where it's difficult to find a hamburger and a beer in the same establishment, ABG's is an unexpected bonus. The hamburgers are done to a high greasy spoon standard, the fries are even better. The staff are friendly, so are most of the customers. If you're downtown looking for beer and burgers, try this place.
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Rebekah H.
This is the only place in Provo that isn't a creepy trucker bar or super bro dance club, complete with mechanical bull. I really appreciate ABG's for that. It's a dive bar, and nothing spectacular but I think it will always hold a really special place in my heart for my entire life. The prices are so good. I can't ever complain about how much I have because it's so cheap. I rarely spend more than 30 dollars there. I hate band nights, so I go when there isn't one playing and that atmosphere is so intensely relaxing. It's fun to watch pool games and hang out with friends and meet other people. Their selection is reasonable and personally, I think their cocktails are super tasty. I really appreciate their bartenders who remember your face and name on a busy night and can remember that you like certain drinks. I haven't had a bad experience there yet. The bathrooms are tiny though... Like I am 5'11 and if I laid down, I could probably touch the walls. I can also see over the stalls and always have to profusely apologize or have weird stare downs with someone who walks in the door as I'm trying to undo my belt and all we can see is each other's glazed faces. ABG's is sincerely a 'what you see is what you get' kind of place.
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Steve Q.
THIS BAR SUCKS!!!!! The worst bar i have ever been to. I wish I could rate this bar a zero if this app would let me. Horrific bar tenders with terrible customer service, who would rather flirt with the regulars than do their job. These guys don't know how to mix a drink to save their lives. Literally they are trained to poor beers or shots and that's it. Their shots are watered down and the shot glasses are bairly half full. Their restrooms are disgusting!! The entire place is a germ infested, bacteria playground. My wife came out of the restroom disgusted by the used tampons on the floor, and bloody bugars smeared on the wall. Im suprized the health department has not shut them down by now. Never go to this bar! City limits and the madison are a breath of fresh air compaired to this disgusting hole in the wall.
(1)
Kasey W.
Yes it is a "dive bar" So what it is epic! Hands down my favorite bar in Utah county! If you want to dance, go somewhere else. If you want great drinks and delicious food then come here.
(5)
Shaniece S.
Went to check out this bar as soon as i turned 21. Went on a weekday so there wasnt many people. I had a few drinks which were pretty good!! Nice bar to get some drinks!
(4)
Emily B.
Don't expect anything glamorous from one of the only straightforward bars in the sugar-free vanilla sewing circle that is Provo. ABG's is good fun in all its divey, dirty, food-in-a-basket glory. First of all, the prices are stupid low. You can eat a real (albeit unhealthy) meal here with your beer for less than $8. Beer selection is basic, but there. Don't expect good cocktails, they are weaker than weak (a Utah problem, not the bar's) and the bartenders aren't mixologists. AWESOME jukebox selection! Why don't more people write about the jukebox? Also the board games. Our group found the Book of Mormon Quest and needless to say, we all forfeited after the 3rd round of questions. Also, pool.
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Colton M.
Great place to go when you are in utah county. Cheap drinks with a mellow atmosphere.
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Jordan S.
It's a shame that ABGs has grown to this. Back in the day, the place used to be pretty good. Here's the breakdown of what it's been reduced to: -Building and condition is squalid and dirty. The bathrooms are a cesspool of disease. - They don't serve pitchers--a very no-nonsense item that's standard in every normal bar. -The regulars and normal patorns who frequent here are complete jackasses and misplaced old sad men who probably beat women. However, the food and nosh are excellent. The burgers are some of the best you'll get in the area. I know some people who hate the bar but get takeout from there because the food is that good. Also the bartenders are your average bartenders. None of them are rude, but they're not talkative either. They're just doing their jobs. You can't really be picky with bars in Provo because there are virtually none whatsoever. Those who pitched bad reviews should be motivated to start advocating for more bars to be opened in Provo. Provo was a resort town before it was a Mormon college hotbed. It's about time we reclaim it as such.
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Mo S.
Id give this place a solid 3 for "A-OK." Had lots of fun last night - love the live music. Its been about 10 years since the last time I was here. I did feel overdressed. But it felt friendly and homey. The girls at the bar were really nice- and everyone had fun. The bands were jammin and we even got up and danced a bit. Fries were good - id re order those again. A few of us ordered sandwiches - they were ok. We ordered coffee after a few hours and they even brewed up a new batch. I knew what to expect - so it didn't bother me that our tables got sticky from our spilled drinks, or that we had to go back to the bar and re order drinks. A few trips to the bar we carried lots of our empty glasses to drop off, but other times someone stopped by to clear off the table. This place is a local and low key. When you are nice to people - everyone has a good time. I guess your night depends on your expectations.
(3)
Marcin K.
Great place to relax have few beers with friends. Service was great and fries are amazing! I would recommend this place to others.
(4)
Rod S.
This is a place that could easily be a much higher rating for others. It's gotten much better over time. The addition of really decent bar food helps a lot. If you're part of the vodka and red bull crowd this place is for you. If you'd like a place that can make a Rye Manhattan, you're S*O*L here. So, the low rating is because of their inability to make much in cocktails that don't involved flavored vodka and similar. I've been here a half dozen times over the years and in what cocktails they know and make they don't change. It's the place to go for a nightcap after a meal downtown, but that's about it -- for me.
(2)
Jay C.
The burgers seem inexpensive, but what you get is two little tiny super thin,micro patties, barely bigger than "Slider" sized. It was OK, not horrid, not good, just Meh' Fries are extra buck or so. Don't expect anything other than minimal service, that does not seem important to them, and the tall hipster dipshit has zero personality at all. The staff seems to "phone it in" bare minimum. they just come off like slackers getting through the day. Maybe it was an off day, but I think it's just the vibe and personality of this place. Not one star bad, but certainly not 3 star. I won't come back, but I'm still giving it a two.
(2)
Jeremy P.
ABG's... well me and two of my colleagues are in Utah for a business trip, and ABG's was recommended to us. It is supposedly the only decent bar in the area, and it didn't disappoint. The bartenders were super chill, and they had a good selection of drinks. The only thing to keep in mind is that Utah limits the amount of alcohol you can comsume, and there are cameras. The great thing is that, compared to California where we are from, rounds are cheap. They have pool tables and a juke box, and if you are in the neigborhood you should check the place out. They also sell BBQ sauce so make sure you ask Dane the Main if you can try it out. Next time I'm in Orem I am going to make my way to the one and only, Provo pub!!!
(4)
Scott R.
I love this place....compared to any other option I have in Provo. The drinks are reasonable prices with some decent bar grub. The staff was very friendly and nice to my party. And if I lived down here I know would be a regular. Next time I have to come down here I will be back for sure.
(4)
Steve G.
poor service, Walked out after being ignored by the bartender never did get a drink ! !
(1)
David K.
My home away from home whilst working in the Orem/Provo Metroplex. This is, in all honesty, the only "real" bar in Provo and is in my top 10 dive bars in the West. Great jukebox, terrific brew selection and cool bartenders. This and the adjacent head shop account for 99% of the counter culture in Provo, so one-stop shopping for those of you who don't know who Joseph Smith was.
(4)
Brandon A.
The only decent dive in Provo. Good bar food, decent drink specials and pretty good live music on weekends. A great local watering hole. If your lucky you will have Dane tending bar for you, great guy.
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Ambience : Divey Noise Level : Average Music : Live, Juke Box Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : No Best Nights : Wed, Fri, Sat Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : No Has TV : Yes
Sean P.
I just had to write my own review and compliment the previous about the "Tall Hipster Dipshit" with no personality.....here is a fun tip: ask him (the T.H.D.) something about one of the punk rock bands he has labeled on his clothing..just pick one.. he has no clue, he probably got it off the rack like that He told me one night that it is illegal to mix a drink with HypnotQ and vodka, and when I argued with him, he kicked me out.
(2)Industrial P.
This is a great local place to grab a beer and a burger, prices are reasonable the staff is friendly. They have bands on Fridays for a reasonable cover and the vibe is always fun and the people are always nice. They have their own specialty drinks and are willing to make recommendations when its not slammed, this is a great place for a beer or a martini.
(5)Mark K.
Decent food, good prices, large booze selection, but indifferent service. My server never checked on me. It was reflected in my tip.
(2)Kaisha M.
ABG's is a dive bar. Like the first thing you think when you walk in is, "man, what a dive." I say this with love and affection the carpet is thin and shitty, the stage looks like a hazard, and the bathrooms are truly ridiculous (more on that in a bit) but I still like it because, as divey as it is, it grows on you. The Bartender's are a mixed bag, a few of them act like they're annoyed that you're bothering them but most of them are fantastic, they remember your name, even your order sometimes and are more than willing to take on a "make me something yummy" challenge, even when it's busy, which is always a huge plus in my book. Christie is the actual best bartender ever so definitely try to get her if you can. Personal favorite ABG's original cocktails include: Christmas In A Cup (OJ, Angry Orchard and Fireball), Jack-In-The-Nuts (whiskey, coke and coconut rum) and The Big Whiskey Drink (whiskey, whiskey and I'm not sure what else, but it's delicious and it comes in a huge stein.) Warning: Band night SUUUUUUCKS. On Friday night's local bands play and even if the bands don't suck (which is rare) whoever is doing their sound mix definitely does. They basically just turn the volume up as loud as it will go and leave it there, on top of that the speakers are monumentally shitty which leads to loud, unintelligible noise. It's loud to the point that the bartenders can't hear you order so you have to loiter around the bar until the song is over and then everyone mobs the poor bartender. It's a really terrible system. When it's not band night there is a jukebox with a VERY wide variety of music and 5 bucks gets you 25 songs and the machine automatically shuffles the songs so some asshole can't just play the same song 100 times. Okay, the bathrooms: the women's is near the front of the bar, it's tiny (2 stalls), has a low ceiling and and the walls of the stalls are so low that you can clearly see over them when standing, you can't see anything private but it can be awkward to look at the faces of the ladies in line while you pull you pants up. The men's room is at the back, past the stage and it's literally a shed with a toilet. Like I said, the bathrooms are ridiculous. They're always clean (if a bit shabby), they always have toilet paper but they're completely ridiculous. TL;DR: If you don't like dive bars you're not gonna like ABG's but if you're open to it, ABG's is a chill bar and a good time.
(4)Abby B.
I love dive bars but that place was a shithole. The carpets dirty the bartenders are assholes
(1)Capt. Scott G.
Great bartender. Quick with the service. Nice dive. I'll be back.
(4)scott h.
Ya, it's a dive bar. Fortunately, I like dive bars. In a town where it's difficult to find a hamburger and a beer in the same establishment, ABG's is an unexpected bonus. The hamburgers are done to a high greasy spoon standard, the fries are even better. The staff are friendly, so are most of the customers. If you're downtown looking for beer and burgers, try this place.
(4)Rebekah H.
This is the only place in Provo that isn't a creepy trucker bar or super bro dance club, complete with mechanical bull. I really appreciate ABG's for that. It's a dive bar, and nothing spectacular but I think it will always hold a really special place in my heart for my entire life. The prices are so good. I can't ever complain about how much I have because it's so cheap. I rarely spend more than 30 dollars there. I hate band nights, so I go when there isn't one playing and that atmosphere is so intensely relaxing. It's fun to watch pool games and hang out with friends and meet other people. Their selection is reasonable and personally, I think their cocktails are super tasty. I really appreciate their bartenders who remember your face and name on a busy night and can remember that you like certain drinks. I haven't had a bad experience there yet. The bathrooms are tiny though... Like I am 5'11 and if I laid down, I could probably touch the walls. I can also see over the stalls and always have to profusely apologize or have weird stare downs with someone who walks in the door as I'm trying to undo my belt and all we can see is each other's glazed faces. ABG's is sincerely a 'what you see is what you get' kind of place.
(4)Steve Q.
THIS BAR SUCKS!!!!! The worst bar i have ever been to. I wish I could rate this bar a zero if this app would let me. Horrific bar tenders with terrible customer service, who would rather flirt with the regulars than do their job. These guys don't know how to mix a drink to save their lives. Literally they are trained to poor beers or shots and that's it. Their shots are watered down and the shot glasses are bairly half full. Their restrooms are disgusting!! The entire place is a germ infested, bacteria playground. My wife came out of the restroom disgusted by the used tampons on the floor, and bloody bugars smeared on the wall. Im suprized the health department has not shut them down by now. Never go to this bar! City limits and the madison are a breath of fresh air compaired to this disgusting hole in the wall.
(1)Kasey W.
Yes it is a "dive bar" So what it is epic! Hands down my favorite bar in Utah county! If you want to dance, go somewhere else. If you want great drinks and delicious food then come here.
(5)Shaniece S.
Went to check out this bar as soon as i turned 21. Went on a weekday so there wasnt many people. I had a few drinks which were pretty good!! Nice bar to get some drinks!
(4)Emily B.
Don't expect anything glamorous from one of the only straightforward bars in the sugar-free vanilla sewing circle that is Provo. ABG's is good fun in all its divey, dirty, food-in-a-basket glory. First of all, the prices are stupid low. You can eat a real (albeit unhealthy) meal here with your beer for less than $8. Beer selection is basic, but there. Don't expect good cocktails, they are weaker than weak (a Utah problem, not the bar's) and the bartenders aren't mixologists. AWESOME jukebox selection! Why don't more people write about the jukebox? Also the board games. Our group found the Book of Mormon Quest and needless to say, we all forfeited after the 3rd round of questions. Also, pool.
(3)Colton M.
Great place to go when you are in utah county. Cheap drinks with a mellow atmosphere.
(5)Jordan S.
It's a shame that ABGs has grown to this. Back in the day, the place used to be pretty good. Here's the breakdown of what it's been reduced to: -Building and condition is squalid and dirty. The bathrooms are a cesspool of disease. - They don't serve pitchers--a very no-nonsense item that's standard in every normal bar. -The regulars and normal patorns who frequent here are complete jackasses and misplaced old sad men who probably beat women. However, the food and nosh are excellent. The burgers are some of the best you'll get in the area. I know some people who hate the bar but get takeout from there because the food is that good. Also the bartenders are your average bartenders. None of them are rude, but they're not talkative either. They're just doing their jobs. You can't really be picky with bars in Provo because there are virtually none whatsoever. Those who pitched bad reviews should be motivated to start advocating for more bars to be opened in Provo. Provo was a resort town before it was a Mormon college hotbed. It's about time we reclaim it as such.
(3)Mo S.
Id give this place a solid 3 for "A-OK." Had lots of fun last night - love the live music. Its been about 10 years since the last time I was here. I did feel overdressed. But it felt friendly and homey. The girls at the bar were really nice- and everyone had fun. The bands were jammin and we even got up and danced a bit. Fries were good - id re order those again. A few of us ordered sandwiches - they were ok. We ordered coffee after a few hours and they even brewed up a new batch. I knew what to expect - so it didn't bother me that our tables got sticky from our spilled drinks, or that we had to go back to the bar and re order drinks. A few trips to the bar we carried lots of our empty glasses to drop off, but other times someone stopped by to clear off the table. This place is a local and low key. When you are nice to people - everyone has a good time. I guess your night depends on your expectations.
(3)Marcin K.
Great place to relax have few beers with friends. Service was great and fries are amazing! I would recommend this place to others.
(4)Rod S.
This is a place that could easily be a much higher rating for others. It's gotten much better over time. The addition of really decent bar food helps a lot. If you're part of the vodka and red bull crowd this place is for you. If you'd like a place that can make a Rye Manhattan, you're S*O*L here. So, the low rating is because of their inability to make much in cocktails that don't involved flavored vodka and similar. I've been here a half dozen times over the years and in what cocktails they know and make they don't change. It's the place to go for a nightcap after a meal downtown, but that's about it -- for me.
(2)Jay C.
The burgers seem inexpensive, but what you get is two little tiny super thin,micro patties, barely bigger than "Slider" sized. It was OK, not horrid, not good, just Meh' Fries are extra buck or so. Don't expect anything other than minimal service, that does not seem important to them, and the tall hipster dipshit has zero personality at all. The staff seems to "phone it in" bare minimum. they just come off like slackers getting through the day. Maybe it was an off day, but I think it's just the vibe and personality of this place. Not one star bad, but certainly not 3 star. I won't come back, but I'm still giving it a two.
(2)Jeremy P.
ABG's... well me and two of my colleagues are in Utah for a business trip, and ABG's was recommended to us. It is supposedly the only decent bar in the area, and it didn't disappoint. The bartenders were super chill, and they had a good selection of drinks. The only thing to keep in mind is that Utah limits the amount of alcohol you can comsume, and there are cameras. The great thing is that, compared to California where we are from, rounds are cheap. They have pool tables and a juke box, and if you are in the neigborhood you should check the place out. They also sell BBQ sauce so make sure you ask Dane the Main if you can try it out. Next time I'm in Orem I am going to make my way to the one and only, Provo pub!!!
(4)Scott R.
I love this place....compared to any other option I have in Provo. The drinks are reasonable prices with some decent bar grub. The staff was very friendly and nice to my party. And if I lived down here I know would be a regular. Next time I have to come down here I will be back for sure.
(4)Steve G.
poor service, Walked out after being ignored by the bartender never did get a drink ! !
(1)David K.
My home away from home whilst working in the Orem/Provo Metroplex. This is, in all honesty, the only "real" bar in Provo and is in my top 10 dive bars in the West. Great jukebox, terrific brew selection and cool bartenders. This and the adjacent head shop account for 99% of the counter culture in Provo, so one-stop shopping for those of you who don't know who Joseph Smith was.
(4)Brandon A.
The only decent dive in Provo. Good bar food, decent drink specials and pretty good live music on weekends. A great local watering hole. If your lucky you will have Dane tending bar for you, great guy.
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