The Busted Shovel

Address:	704 N Main St, Meridian, ID 83642, USA
Phone:	+1 208-288-2217
Rating:	3.9
Working:	11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM

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Reviews 37

Mele Gerber

Im not sure what everyones problem is, but my husband and I just became recent regulars and the place is great. We had maybe 2 teenagers there, but they werent served alcohol. The bartender, Jim, is pretty great to talk to. Hes polite, and pretty funny. The food is pretty great and the atmosphere couldnt be better. Ive also been in there enough times to know the bar IS biker friendly. I notice they dont come around because they have younger crowds between 21-30 coming in acting like they know whats up with the world. Other than that, everything is good.

A Private User

This place could be a great place to stop if the owners wife had a personality. They advertise it as biker friendly but it is becoming known amongst the biker crowd as biker unfriendly. The food certainly is nothing to write home about either. Customer service is below average. We went back for a third time just to make sure that we might have hit a bad day but she never changes her personallity for the better.One of the owners is great, the other and his wife are lacking what it takes to get people to come back.

Larinda Bennett

Ive been in hundreds of Biker Friendly bars, and this is a GREAT BAR!! Im Not sure if its been sold since the one guys review. But ive NEVER had anyone not be friendly & always get great food. The bathrooms are NOT ALWAYS SPOTLESS But ive NEVER HAD ANYONE REFUSE TO CLEAN IT UP IF I ASKED EITHER, BRING The Problem to the owners & its TAKEN CARE OF ON THE SPOT!!! GO IN MEET Some new people & enjoy a burger at a good price!

Jarvis Garcia

Ive been going to this place for several years and have seen many management changes. I wouldnt call it a true biker bar anymore. Im a bicycle commuter and they dont mind me stopping in for a beer or two. Try the burgers, they are awesome. Side note, I would disregard any reviews older than 2 years old due to changing staff.

AKRAM78

Partenders were friendly. The owner was racist and when I messaged the bar or the Facebook they totally ignored me and say they will get back to me which never happened. I dont blame ignorance or idiocy. This is life you just gonna meet good and bad. I would not t recommend the bar to anyone I know

A Private User

Their menu doesnt match what they actually have, their kitchen hours fluctuate so much that you cant count on being able to get a meal, and the bartender spends more time chatting with friends than attending to customers.

bob51502001

PLEASE DISREGARD ALL STARS W/O COMMENTS, THOSE R FRIENDS> 1 guy always singing Karaoke. I got short changed tonight (2-5-15) by bartender by 5 bucks. Will return due to convenience, but Ill count my change...

Sherman Kester

On a Tuesday afternoon it was quiet. The beer was good and cold. There were ashtrays out on all the tables and you could taste the cigarettes in the air even though we were the only ones there.

A Private User

Were not "regulars" but have been going to the Shovel for years. We always enjoy ourselves. Have been theres for lunch & dinner ... Never had a bad meal. Prices are average.

Eric Cetovick

Garbage. Watched under age kids get served, black out drunk people sleeping in booth, puke and feces all over bathroom, and the owner cooking/preparing food with no gloves.

Monique Black

Good service but the minute you walk in, the smell of an old smokey bar almost knocks you out. I go to smoking bars all the time but they dont stink. This one does.

Glenn Letteer

Back when this place was owned by Rick and Ashley it was the place to be. Food was wonderful and drinks were cheap. With new owners, it has went downhill.

Michael Brigman

Sunday Common Ground Biker meets for Church Services, and weather permitting, a ride in the valley, for any vehicle able to keep up

Doug P.

Karaoke, fairly good price for the booze. Only serve deep fried foods, smoking inside so not a great place for us non-smokers.

Hannah Pluma

Usually go on Tuesday afternoons its a nice quiet place to sit back have a drink and play a game of pool

Clint Eastwood

The first date with my future wife was at the Busted Shovel. We stayed for 6 hours and had a blast.

anneke Pirnie

Filthy nasty place, dont eat anything, just drink and you might not catch anything.

Loraine Batt

We have church here on Sunday. Great place to worship.....♡♡♡♡ All are welcome