Tuesday:
All Day Happy Hour
Drop in for all-day specials and relaxed midweek energy.
4.6 Stars 235 Google Reviews
A Downtown Merced staple, EST. 2007. Cold beer, delicious cocktails, and good people.
Trusted by locals redefining nights out in Merced
432 W Main Street
"Best atmosphere in Merced. Every visit feels like a special occasion, and the drinks are always on point."
About The Partisan
Welcome to The Partisan. We are a sanctuary of dark luxury hidden in the heart of Merced. Underneath our iconic octagonal coffered ceiling, time slows down. The jazz is cool, the drinks are serious, and the atmosphere is unmistakably alive.
Whether you're here for the clinking glasses, the eclectic live music, or just to admire the skeleton juggling skulls over the bar, you'll find that we do things a little differently here. No pretension. Just pure, unadulterated evenings.
From hand-built cocktails to live sets and late-night atmosphere, every corner of The Partisan is designed for long nights, good company, and unforgettable energy.
Drop in for all-day specials and relaxed midweek energy.
Team up, test your knowledge, and play for weekly bragging rights.
Take the mic and own the room with a full night of sing-alongs.
High-energy DJ sets, packed floor, and late-night momentum.
Live bands and featured artists set the tone for the weekend.
Upcoming special events at The Partisan. Guest features, one-night showcases, and signature nights built for unforgettable weekends.
A featured jazz night with visiting talent, curated cocktails, and an intimate late-evening set.
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Expanded prize pool, featured rounds, and a packed house competing for top honors.
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A late-night special with extended DJ sets, visual production, and high-energy crowd moments.
DetailsUPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.
Real nights, real reactions. A quick look at the energy in the bar and what guests keep saying after last call.
"I love the bartender that was there, her drinks were great and she was attentive even though it was busy. It's a great place to get a good quality drink."
"Great vibes and cool people. My wife and I went to the Edgar Alan po show that they had. It was fun and we loved it!"
"Great place for a drink with friends! If you go early enough it's very casual, but can pick up later in the night. Bartenders make great drinks and they sometimes have a DJ or live band. There is a room in the back if you want to move away from the crowd. Nothing, but good experiences here."
"Killer spot to grab a drink or hangout. Regular and consistent events happening, so it's always nice to drop in randomly or look at the calendar on their website!"
"We have always enjoyed the Partisan. Loved it back in the old days when the bar was low and it was always dark and cool. Since then, it's been remodeled, and it's absolutely beautiful. The ceiling is gorgeous and detailed...the bar is lovely. The bartenders are always friendly and they make some really tasty and creative drinks. Whenever we get the chance we stop in for a sip, and we always have a nice time. I love that they have open mics, live music, and fun events."
"Great crowd, good selection of libations and awesome bartenders. Solid spot for checking out bands and shows on the weekends"
"Bartenders are very nice and the remodeled bar looks amazing. I really like the crowd, very different from most Merced bars. Less country and more modern here. It is my top choice for cool bars in this town"
"Must visit place! Stopped in for a couple drinks with a friend an this place was pretty jumping for a thursday night!"
Tell us your mood, spirit, and flavor lane. Our team will craft a personalized pour sequence to match your night from first sip to last call.
Bring your own feast. We handle the drinks.
The Partisan
