Bongo

Great time here. Meticulously decorated, has a saloon/tavern vibe that I was looking for in LA. It seems like they have free live music all the time, which is fantastic. It is adjacent to skid row so be smart about how you're traveling to and from. There is no clear signage - look for the opening in their gated parking lot. The parking lot patio has a grungy LA vibe with an outdoor smoking area. If you're not a fan of the live bands, they seem to have a deejay outside in the covered patio area playing dance tunes. There was a random fire dancer performing when we were there, not sure how often that happens, but I guess anything can happen in LA!

+6

Aaron Castellanos

Really enjoy coming here. It's typically chill, drinks are reasonable, great live music, available parking and has a great view. It's not easy to find a bar that offers all these things in DTLA. So far so good 👍.

Military Dad

Great place to hang out. Good food and fair prices for drinks. Thr outdoor area is the best part. Woe, the skyline views

Life Quixotic Studios

Part live music venue, part sports bar & part pub with a diner menu, it's the DTLA hangout for locals. Great wings, loaded fries, subs, tacos, fish & chips, burritos, & fun twists on burger favorites, like the Captain Kangaroo: gravy smothered hash browns & egg on a patty or the Dolly Parton: buffalo sauced, buttermilk fried chicken sandwich & one of my favorites, the John Bleu Cheese burger that is battered, deep fried, tossed in buffalo wing sauce, then topped with bleu cheese. Brunch on weekends also has delicious versions of local specials, like chicken & waffles, chilaquiles, breakfast burritos & huevos rancheros. The vegetarian & vegan options like, buffalo mushrooms, jackfruit tacos, Beyond Burgers or veggie chili are just as delicious. Great selection of beer, full bar cocktails & fun drink specials, all at affordable prices, makes this a second home for many. Indoor & outdoor seating areas & dog friendly with easy parking. Kid friendly eatery during the day & in the outdoor areas, but it becomes a bar (ID required) in the evenings.

+5

Cody Saunders

Great covered outdoor patio and good beer selection. Excellent music choices. Also very Chicago themed if you are into that.

+1

Christy M.

My husband and I almost left (I think we showed up during a shift change) but we're SO glad we didn't! The person we believe is the owner/manager noticed we were stranded and served us two rounds of drinks like magic. This place delivers next-level ambiance with an epic DTLA skyline as a backdrop. We'll be back for those parking lot rockers!

Jessy Vasquez

Awesome place to come for uniquely made burgers. I got the the truck stopper which comes with mash potatoe, veggie gravy, and cheese, same on the fries. They are simply amazing! My wife got chillies cheese fries which is made from beef and beans. Those are also pretty amazing. This place also has a bar and play live music on certain days. Pretty solid place to come when in the little Tokyo area.

Bishop Rouse

Super lowkey, especially mid day. Cartoons and sports. Always good music. Staff is friendly. Burgers are interesting, some are exotic. My choice is the Friday special, The Re-Run.

+2

Justin Mayo

Love the staff. Love the vibe. Love the cartoons playing on the TVs. Love the food. The staff is always so kind to me and remembers where I like sitting and making for sure that my "Service Dog" (wolf) always is looked after and given ice to chew on which she loves. It typically has a fun band playing music. Even the bathrooms have cool decor. So grateful that this place would make its home right amongst Skid Row!!!

Frank LiBretto

If you are a fan of Chicago sports, this is the place for you. The food is really good and the staff is extremely friendly. We came here with a regular who lives in the neighborhood and we were not disappointed. I had the Boss Hog which was really good. Obviously not going to be a healthy meal, but if you just don't care, eat here.

Don Frasco

I love the "speak easy" feeling of it. Full bar with lots of craft beer choices. Live band every night starting at 10pm. Patio seating is available. Huge bar. Servers are friendly.

+2

Just had a couple of beers but the server was super friendly and not pushy at all. Would absolutely go back again.

Armando Sanchez

I ventured to this bar one Saturday night, drawn by the live streaming of the LA Derby Dolls bout, despite having no prior knowledge of its existence. Nestled away from the bustling nightspots of Little Tokyo and the Arts District, this establishment provides a unique, secluded atmosphere. What sets it apart is the affordability; the prices here are notably more reasonable than those of your typical Los Angeles bar. Upon my arrival, the bar was fairly empty, but the atmosphere rapidly came alive. The music through the bar speakers the exuded a classic rock vibe, adding to the ambiance. As for the interior decor, it defies a simple description, embracing an eclectic style that truly sets it apart.

+1

Cesar Dominguez

This Chicago style Bar and grill was ok. Had nice scenery of down town. Food was good. Drinks ok. Although they had a "full bar" they couldn't make some drinks I ordered. It was a nice time out all and all.