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Great American Craft Bar

Great American Craft Bar

Bars & Breweries in Rancho Santa Margarita

4.8 97 Google reviews$20–30

+1 949 264 60 5829911 Aventura D, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688

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29911 Aventura D, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688

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About

Step into Great American Craft Bar, a 1920s-inspired speakeasy cocktail bar in Rancho Santa Margarita. Enjoy thoughtfully crafted cocktails, rare and hard-to-find whiskey, premium spirits, wine and beer in a warm, intimate setting. Whether you’re joining us for date night, discovering a remarkable whiskey pour, or simply enjoying an exceptional cocktail, Great American offers a refined and welcoming place to unwind. Open Wednesday 4–9:30 PM and Thursday–Saturday 4–11 PM.

Amenities

Service options

  • Onsite services
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Wine

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

What people say

5 out of 5 stars

“Dessert-inspired cocktails with a spooky twist! The Great American Craft Bar in Rancho Santa Margarita is serving up 1920s vibes and five seasonal haunted cocktails: S’mores from the Dead, Hex & Spice, The Drunken Pumpkin, Poison Appletini, and Blood Moon. From chocolate and toasted marshmallow to pumpkin spice and caramel apple, this lineup brings plenty of Halloween spirit—with hot dogs and chips available for a quick bite. Which one would you try first?”
Google review · Oct 2026

5 out of 5 stars

“Amazing craft liquor store! Must go for craft whiskey, craft beer, and all other unique spirits. They have no food inside, but a BBQ stand sets up every Wednesday night for great dry rub chicken wings. Service is excellent, tastings available for many awesome liquors and the selection inside has a plethora of select, one-off, and special bottles from awesome distilleries.”
Google review · Aug 2026

5 out of 5 stars

“Incredible athmosphere, and fantastic barkeeps!”
Google review · Jul 2026

Hours

Wednesday
4 to 9:30 PM
Thursday
4 to 11 PM
Friday
4 to 11 PM
Saturday
4 to 11 PM
Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed

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