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    Retro Junkie

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    $$ Cocktail Bars, Dance Clubs, Karaoke
    Open6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    MADONNA Tribute Night! September 7th!
    MADONNA Tribute Night! September 7th!

    Don't miss the amazing LIVE tribute to Madonna by… read more

    SOME OF OUR SEPTEMBER EVENTS!
    SOME OF OUR SEPTEMBER EVENTS!

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    SOME OF OUR AUGUST EVENTS!
    SOME OF OUR AUGUST EVENTS!

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    SKY from LMFAO... LIVE on August 15th!
    SKY from LMFAO... LIVE on August 15th!

    Takin' it back to the 2000's! Party rockers unite… read more

    Morrissey & The Smiths LIVE Tribute Concert!
    Morrissey & The Smiths LIVE Tribute Concert!

    Don't miss two great bands on July 26th!… read more

    Birthday or other special occasion? Book a table!
    Birthday or other special occasion? Book a table!

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    ZZ TOP Tribute Concert! LIVE... On July 13th!
    ZZ TOP Tribute Concert! LIVE... On July 13th!

    Don't miss BEER DRINKERS & HELL RAISERS amazing live… read more

    LIVE Tributes to No Doubt & Weezer!
    LIVE Tributes to No Doubt & Weezer!

    Soundwaves TV presents NO DUH (Tribute to No Doubt)… read more

    Daft Punk Summer! Tribute to Daft Punk... LIVE!
    Daft Punk Summer! Tribute to Daft Punk... LIVE!

    Check out this awesome live tribute to Daft Punk… read more

    Talking Heads & The Pixies Tribute Concert Night!
    Talking Heads & The Pixies Tribute Concert Night!

    Check out these two amazing tribute bands, and lets… read more

    The Cure & New Order Tributes... LIVE! June 28th
    The Cure & New Order Tributes... LIVE! June 28th

    Don't miss these two amazing tribute bands! Magical… read more

    AUGUST EVENTS!
    AUGUST EVENTS!

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    Green Day, Rancid & Social Distortion Tributes!
    Green Day, Rancid & Social Distortion Tributes!

    Takin' it back to the 1990s with this rockin' night… read more

    Pool tables, retro pinball & arcade games!
    Pool tables, retro pinball & arcade games!

    Come hang out with us Tuesday-Saturday with all… read more

    Celebrate your birthday at Retro Junkie!
    Celebrate your birthday at Retro Junkie!

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    JULY CONCERTS!
    JULY CONCERTS!

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    Karaoke every Wednesday! Free Admission
    Karaoke every Wednesday! Free Admission

    Come out for Karaoke every Wednesday!! Admission is… read more

    Selena Tribute Concert!
    Selena Tribute Concert!

    Don't miss this great night of music! With a live… read more

    The Killers & Panic at The Disco Tributes!
    The Killers & Panic at The Disco Tributes!

    Takin' it back to the early 2000's with LIVE… read more

    Yacht Rock Sunday!! Live Band + DJ + Food Truck!
    Yacht Rock Sunday!! Live Band + DJ + Food Truck!

    Smooth sailing soft rock from the 70s & 80s!… read more

    Happy Hour Tuesdays-Thursdays (6-8pm)
    Happy Hour Tuesdays-Thursdays (6-8pm)

    Come out for 1/2 price well drinks & draft beer… read more

    Linkin Park & Rage Against The Machine Tributes
    Linkin Park & Rage Against The Machine Tributes

    Thursday Feb 8th… read more

    80s Night with two live bands, DJ & Food Truck!
    80s Night with two live bands, DJ & Food Truck!

    Come dance to Canadian Red (Tribute to Loverboy),… read more

    Check out some fun upcoming concerts!
    Check out some fun upcoming concerts!

    Check out these January concerts & more on our… read more

    80s Night with 2 live bands, DJ, Food Truck & More
    80s Night with 2 live bands, DJ, Food Truck & More

    Don't miss two awesome 80s bands! Flock of Seagirls… read more

    The Cure & New Order Tributes! Feb 24th
    The Cure & New Order Tributes! Feb 24th

    Don't miss this great night of live tribute… read more

    Tribute to SUBLIME on Dec 8th!
    Tribute to SUBLIME on Dec 8th!

    Check out 40oz to Freedom band playing a live… read more

    Check out two local bay-area bands!
    Check out two local bay-area bands!

    Check out two local bay-area bands on Thursday,… read more

    Get ready for the NYE 80s Prom Bash Dec 31st!
    Get ready for the NYE 80s Prom Bash Dec 31st!

    Don't miss Retro Junkie's awesome annual 80s Prom… read more

    Good times await you, at Retro Junkie! =)
    Good times await you, at Retro Junkie! =)

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    Full bar

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    Live music

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    Pet friendly

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    Locally owned & operated

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    2112 N Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

    Mon

    • Closed

    Tue

    • 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

    Wed

    • 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

    Thu

    • 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

    Fri

    • 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    • 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    About the Business

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    Enrique M.

    At Retro Junkie, we believe in bringing the nostalgia back to the Bay. That's why we create an experience that brings out the inner rockstar in everyone. By throwing it back to the 80s and 90s in a space that blends geek with chic, we combine all the best parts of modern fun and retro swag. Join us for karaoke, show off your pinball skills, or just enjoy a drink with friends to the sound of our live tribute bands or DJ. No matter your mood, we have the hits, games, and venue to guarantee a nostalgic good time.

    Ask the Community

    • Q:

      Dress code? Beanies hats allowed?

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      Casual 🤷🏻‍♀️ seen lots of different styles including hats and beanies.

      Ayla L. 
    • Q:

      Considering attending one of the shows, from the description one band plays outside in the beer garden while the other is inside? I prefer to be outside so trying to decide which band I'd see.

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      With the opening of the beer garden, on Fridays and Saturdays the outside band plays earlier and the inside band later. Technically 2 separate admissions.

      Terri N. 

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      Bebe C.
      Sacramento, CA
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      Aug 3, 2024

      Nice ambience , bartenders were awesome and attentive. Music was on point all night long

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      Sotha A.
      Antioch, CA
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      Aug 25, 2024

      Thank you to Kelly at the bar for making us fabulous drinks. You're an awesome bartender! Excellent service with a smile. Thank you for making our night a blast. We hope to see you again.

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      Apr 10, 2024

      Service great, drinks good, dive bar really fun. Karaoke on wed nights. Drinks are reasonably priced

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      Karen C.

      Apr 20, 2024

      Hi Jessica, thank you so much for coming out to Retro Junkie! We love that you enjoyed the Karaoke & pool tables! We hope to see you back again soon!

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      N C.
      Tracy, CA
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      Aug 25, 2024

      I've been going to Retro Junkie for years. Always loved this place. In the last year it's gone from this cool 80's club with a friendly vibe to a really terrible vibe with terrible 90's hip hop music and a whole different crowd of people. They still have cool cover bands but it's turning into every other club in the East Bay. It's sad cause this used to be such a great place.

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      Michael K.
      Lafayette, CA
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      Aug 10, 2024

      $20 cover and an hour of slow jams. F'in sucks man. Could be a fun spot but both will lead to me not returning. Bartenders are great. Very nice and attentive. DJ is great and very kind and friendly. Takes requests but is at the mercy of the owner. Owners agenda ain't the one. Just buy alc on your own and drink at home and create the vibes you want there.

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      Chloe C.
      Concord, CA
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      Aug 23, 2024

      Had a disappointing experience at Retro Junkie recently. We were shocked to be asked to pay a $20 cover fee. That seems way too high, especially since there wasn't even a live band, just a DJ, and there wasn't a line to get in. The lady at the door was rude to us. We expected a fun night out, but this left a bad taste in our mouths. Be aware of hidden fees and poor customer service if you're planning to visit!

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      Nicole A.
      San Ramon, CA
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      May 21, 2023

      I can't say enough good things about Retro Junkie!
      It was my first time there and I had a blast! My new favorite spot. We got to enjoy Sponge, they were great.
      We started in the pool room with a drink to watch the end of the Lakers game, then when the music started we went to the main room. Lots of open space to stand AND you can reserve comfy couch areas ahead of time. Outdoors was awsome too! Fresh air, food truch, big screen TV, DJ set up for later, lots of parking AND....my dog can come!
      Everyone working there from the gal that checked in our tickets, security, bartenders and servers were all super friendly. We left excited.
      Thanks Retro Junkie!

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      Sue W.
      Fremont, CA
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      Dec 24, 2023

      We had an amazing time at this incredible establishment. The ambiance was top-notch, with a spacious outdoor patio adorned with heaters and a magnificent large screen TV. The indoor area boasted a comfortable amount of seating, as well as a captivating stage and dance floor.

      Initially, we were a bit apprehensive about the crowd, as we had heard it was more geared towards a younger demographic. However, our worries were quickly dispelled when we discovered that it was Elvis impersonator night, and the crowd consisted of individuals around my age. It was a delightful surprise!

      While the drinks were on the pricier side, it's important to consider that it had been quite some time since I had visited a bar. So, in retrospect, the prices may not have been as exorbitant as I initially thought. Our bill came to a total of $73, including two soft drinks and four mixed drinks, plus a generous tip. My only complaint in this area is they have no kitchen. The only choice for food or snacks is a food truck.

      To my delight, my daughter enjoyed herself and even expressed a desire to return in the future. It's safe to say that our visit was a resounding success!

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      Lisa M.
      Petaluma, CA
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      Apr 23, 2024

      Last weekend was my first time here and all I can say is, "where has Retro Junkie been all my life!" I thoroughly enjoyed myself and so did the group of friends I was with. We saw a Prince cover band and they were fantastic. The vibe was perfect, the drinks were yummy, and I received fabulous customer service the next day when I had to return to retrieve my phone I left there. The head of security, Trevor, and the rest of the security crew were friendly and accommodating. No one made me feel like a 'stupid drunk old lady', which then made me feel like I can't wait to return for more fun.
      They have all these cool pinball machines pool tables, and other "retro" games available to play. The décor is funky and the outdoor music was booming. I wanted to stay and have a drink, but I was still recuperating from the night before. You have to check this place out. So so fun!

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      Karen C.

      Apr 23, 2024

      Hi Lisa, thank you for coming out to Retro Junkie! We are so happy to hear that you had a fun time with your friends, and that you all enjoyed the live band & good times!! We hope to see you back again soon.

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      Micki M.
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      Jun 26, 2024

      A total dump. Just stayed for awhille since it was so dark and dingy. Not recommended for women since it was a total dive bar.

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      Karen C.

      Jun 26, 2024

      Hi Mickey, we have lot's of women who are repeat customers & regular's, that love Retro Junkie! We hope you find a bar that's more of what you are looking for. Take care!

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