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The Bar

Premium well. Full 1.5 oz pours. Cocktails built right.

Our well is Grey Goose, Tanqueray, Bacardi Superior and Buffalo Trace. The cocktail list covers the classics: a Smoked Old Fashioned, a Whiskey Sour with egg white and fresh lemon, and a Cadillac Margarita finished with Grand Marnier.

DJ booth centered under decorative hanging greenery with crowd dancing in a vibrant club atmosphere.

Voted Best Bar in Murrieta

2024 winner, chosen by Murrieta.

17 rotating taps from Southern California breweries including Bottle Logic, Common Space, Pure Project and Mother Earth, plus DJs, live bands, burlesque and karaoke on our stage every week.

Explore Our Menu

Smoked tri-tip and bar food built for cocktails and beer.

Smoked BBQ and Chipotle Tri-Tip Sandwiches, flatbreads, loaded potato skins, chicken bites and crème brûlée.

Gourmet burger on a toasted bun with layered meat, slaw, and pickles, plated on a white dish atop a rustic bar counter.

Indulge in Our Fine Wines by Robert Renzoni Vineyards

By the glass or by the bottle

Wine tasting scene with red wine being poured into a glass, surrounded by bottled wine on a rustic barrel outdoors.

Variety for Every Palate

Tempranillo, Big Fred’s Red, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Moscato, Rosé of Sangiovese and Asolo Prosecco.

Wine bottle displayed among grapevines, featuring a vineyard label and rustic outdoor setting suggesting premium red wine production.

Gallery

Photos of our bar and past events.

Modern bar interior with pool tables, high-top seating, blue accent lighting, and TVs creating a relaxed nightlife atmosphere.

Intimate red-lit lounge with plush booth seating, moody decor, and cozy ambiance for private conversations.

Paint-and-sip event in progress with guests painting at tables inside a lively, casual bar setting.

Live band performing on stage under colorful lighting with audience gathered for an energetic music night.

DJ booth centered under decorative hanging greenery with crowd dancing in a vibrant club atmosphere.

Dance floor scene with laser lights, moving crowd, and high-energy nightlife vibe inside the venue.

Packed crowd dancing near DJ booth with colorful lights and immersive party atmosphere.

Performers posing at a themed “Kissing Booth” backdrop during a playful interactive event moment.

Burlesque-style performance night with audience watching under red and purple lighting in a lively crowd.

Paint-and-sip group smiling behind colorful cat-themed canvases inside a lively bar setting.

Crowd gathered on dance floor under green lasers and stage lighting during a high-energy DJ night.

Performer posing on bar counter under red lighting during an edgy, late-night entertainment set.

Group at a bar paint-and-sip event, smiling participants displaying shamrock and beer artwork with festive St. Patrick’s Day decor.

DJ performing between elevated dancers on a decorated stage with vibrant blue and purple lighting.

Wide crowd shot of packed dance floor with professional lighting rig and immersive nightclub atmosphere.

Singer performing acoustic set under red stage lighting, creating an intimate live music atmosphere.

DJ view of a packed dance floor with raised arms, colorful lighting, and high-energy crowd.

Costumed performer posing on the bar with theatrical styling and dramatic blue and purple lighting.

Long buffet table filled with catered food and desserts for a special private event setup.

Busy nightlife scene with guests socializing under pink and purple lights throughout the venue.

Why Choose Us

What you get at The Champion.

Live Entertainment

Karaoke Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 7 PM, plus DJs, live bands and burlesque shows.

Crafted Drinks

Premium spirits in the well, 17 craft taps, and Robert Renzoni wines.

Happy Hour Daily

$2 off all beverages. Monday–Friday 2–6 PM, Saturday and Sunday 2–5 PM.

Book Your Next Event

Book the VIP lounge or the entire bar for birthdays, company parties and private shows.

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Get in Touch

39400 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd, STE 123A, Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 698-0603
Monday–Saturday 2 PM–12 AM · Sunday 10 AM–12 AM · 21+

Our Team

The people behind the bar.

Bartender, Tyler BurnsSmiling wearing a black cap and t-shirt, seated indoors at a bar with warm lighting and casual background details.

Tyler Burns

Bartender

Founder, Owner, Emil Gregory, wearing a knit beanie and jacket outdoors near a lake and trees, with soft natural light and a calm scenic background.

Emil Gregory

Founder / Owner

Owner, Bar manager, Jon Kerber smiling in a scenic outdoor scene beside a blue lake and rolling hills, wearing a patterned hooded sweater under a bright sky.

Jon Kerber

Owner / Bar Manager