Steveston Nightlife
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Local Time 11:48 pm Monday, October 13, 2008
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on March 21, 2003But...
There is always The Buck. The Buck and Ear(pronounced "buccaneer") Bar & Grill. It's a pub located in the Steveston Hotel on Third Avenue.
Back in the good ol' days (ie: past few decades), this was the rowdy, rough & tumble bar where the local fishermen would hang out. Of course, there were all kinds of characters at the Buck. The Hells Angels were known to frequent the place, parking their bikes *inside* the pub. Live music came often in the form of live country western bands, and fights were common, yet the regulars were a loyal folk. There were always stories to be told after a few rounds of drinks.
I'd honestly say, the Buck was not a trendy place to be for young people... but it was the local hangout for the working men and women in Steveston.
Then... around 1999 or so, the Buck went through an extensive renovation, changing it from the rough country-western pub into a classy Irish pub. They hired a new chef who started to make delicious appetizers and full-on meals. While typical pub food (chicken wings, burgers) were still available, a whole new range of cuisine was offered - from fresh sea bass, to Mongolian BBQ ribs.
The Buck still has a loyal following in Steveston, but they no longer have their "rough and tumble" reputation. It has been cleaned up a lot. They still have live bands playing, and will often hold contests throughout the night. Line dancing is a common scene. Some people say that the Buck has lost its character because it lost its gritty atmopshere, but it has developped into a better pub overall where everyone of all ages can enjoy a pint or two.
All in all, if you're going to be in Steveston, and you're looking for a pub in the village - this is your place.
No dress code - wear whatever. It's very casual.
