The Bluebonnet Bar

As far as dive bars goes, this is a great place to go, hang out, and listen to some live music. There are quite a few tables, and when we visited, we took a table hoping that it wasn't a regular's spot. Everyone in the place was super friendly. Don't expect any table service here - order your drinks at the bar and make yourself comfortable. The bartenders were really friendly and welcoming too. It's always weird when you go into a place for the first time and don't know anyone and feel that "I'm outta place" vibe. But not here - I didn't feel that way at all. There is a nice back patio for warmer days and nights even in winter. Live music is an added bonus. And apparently you can count on a clean women's bathroom. I was told this was true, and it held up to it's reputation. Smoking is allowed inside, so be prepared if you're not a smoker or have issues breathing in second hand stuff. I'm somewhat sensitive to it, but I wasn't dying. The back door to the patio was open, and when it got too bad for me, I just stepped outside for some fresh air. I may have danced a little bit back there too....

For a bar very disappointed.... If you don't have live music or entertainment at least have a juke box Nothing be but very boring

What a great dive bar! It's right on Main Street in Norman, so the parking is hit or miss, but it's just a couple of doors down from The Garage and the Red Brick Bar.My boss had a gig here, so some of us from work came out to hear him. Apparently there are fairly new owners to the bar, and now they have their liquor license. There was a $1 cover charge, and they offered $1 Natty Light, Miller High Life, or PBR. There was a decent crowd but not too crazy. It was a Thursday night, so I didn't expect it to be packed. The acoustics were decent, and man, can that dude, Mike, sing!!We had a terrific time! From the Budweiser mural across the wall, to the shuffleboard games, and the wagon wheel looking tables, you can tell this place has seen its fair share of times - good and bad. Does it need some updating? Sure! Will that keep me from returning? Absolutely not!

The Blue Bonnet is a great , no frills, dive bar. There are no fancy drinks, just beer. It has a great location, Main & Porter. The atmosphere is always friendly and when they have live music, it is awesome.Update: The bar is under new ownership. It has the same great atmosphere and music, but they now have a full bar!

If you're looking for real "dick's last resort" style service, look no further. Between the rudeness of the mullet, curly-haired bartender, Jordan, and the owner, Michelle's penchant for getting into online tirades with her patrons, this dive really knows how not to treat a person. Go check her out on google and you'll see it all, from her accusing her detractors of review bombing, to more recently, emptying out her bar during a tornado, instead of allowing her customers to shelter in place.

Very upset because we wanted to come here to celebrate our friends graduation. We always come here after work and they are always open. Super disappointed.

By far the worst bar I've ever been to, got a nasty sticky glass, wanted a new one and was refused and given a rag that was dirty. The owner themselves shows no respect Michelle miller is the worst bar owner ever. Will not return.

The bar is great. The bartender hates anyone that is not a regular and will treat you miserably. The shuffle board table should just be taken out. Could be a great spot if there was some hospitality instead of complete and utter absurdity. Was not treated well from the second I walked in. I would avoid unless you seek confrontation! Enjoy!

very rude male bartender. made me feel like a problem just walking in. bars should feel friendly.

After eyeing this bar for the last four years I have lived in Norman, I finally made it in and it was everything I had hoped it would be. I love a good dive bar and this was one of the best.First of all, there is a huge, old-school Budweiser mural with clydesdales running through a stream. Check. Then there is a working jukebox with a GREAT selection of songs at a pretty good price (that I can't seem to remember for reasons unknown....). Check. There is also a shuffleboard table and scoreboard, that I admit have seen better days, but it still all works. Get over yourself and play a game or two! Pool tables. Darts. So, check check check for plenty of bar Olympics. It is a smoking bar, but there aren't an overwhelming number of regulars &/or heavy smokers and it seems that they keep the door open when the weather is nice so if that's an issue, you shouldn't be bothered. I'm pretty sensitive to cigarettes and I was fine. There are TVs at the bar showing sports. This bar is BEER and CASH ONLY, but you can get a tall boy of PBR for $2 so you don't have to take a lot of cash out for some drinks here. Open all week in the evenings. Crazy wagon wheel tables. Be sweet to the bartenders and regulars, they may seem a bit iffy about you at first, but if you are respectful and just have a good time, they accept you pretty quickly and all will be well. It's wonderful. You will be in dive bar heaven.