Natalie

Connie is one hell of a bartender (in the best way possible). I enjoyed my time at Li Po. I had the Buddha beer that was $8 a pop. The best part, having a drink at the same place that Anthony Bourdain did, will never not be cool.

Geri Ray

Great Mai tai in Chinatown! Must visit when in the area. We also had the melon cocktail (at like 2 in the afternoon) and i must say its very refreshing!

+1

Liann Amagan

Solid bar in Chinatown known for their Chinese Mai Tais. They have beer and shot combos, tons of beer, and a full bar. They play good music and feels like a party. We came here on a Thursday evening and it wasn’t too crowded but a good flow of people. They also have special Chinese alcohol here too that you can’t find at regular dive bars. They don’t accept Amex and there’s some street parking nearby. They said downstairs there’s another bar past the bathrooms but when we were there only the upstairs was open.

+1

Ali Mohammadi

My friend and I stopped by Li Po Cocktail Lounge after exploring Chinatown, and it’s definitely an experience. The bartender was pretty strict about us only taking pictures if we ordered, and while she wasn’t too happy with us choosing a non-alcoholic drink, we didn’t mind. She also tried to have us change seats because the corner of the bar apparently wasn’t good Feng Shui, but we decided to stay anyway. Honestly, her personality added to the whole experience, so I’m still giving 5 stars. The place has a real historic vibe, right down to the bathroom. They’re known for their Chinese Mai Tai, which even has a trademark certificate on display. Fun fact: Anthony Bourdain visited here, so it’s definitely got some character. If you’re looking for a unique spot in Chinatown, this is worth a visit.

+6

Andre

A nice local bar with a good atmosphere and well priced drinks. Drinks were pretty solid, but nothing super special. I heard that on Fridays and Saturdays It also has a club downstairs. We went on a Sunday and had some drinks for the vibe which was nice.

Peter Farejowicz

Li Po Cocktail Lounge is exactly what you would expect from a dive bar in Chinatown, and that is part of its charm. The interior is a little worn but it works perfectly for a casual, laid back drink with friends. The Chinese Mai Tai is the signature drink here and definitely worth ordering. It is popular for a reason, with a smooth and tasty flavor, though for me personally it was not too strong as some other reviews mentioned. Service was quick and the atmosphere was easygoing. It is a fun stop if you are in the area and want something low key.

+2

Michael Magnus

A charming hole in the wall with delicious Mai Tais. The drinks were really good, but (at least for us) it was the kind of place to just grab one drink or two for the novelty and then move on to where you wanted to actually spend time. The bar only seating made it difficult for three people to have a conversation, but we all agreed it that we were glad we went.

Paul

Okay, so this is a Chinese dive bar at its fullest, super fun unique experience, but also the service is a little weak. They sequestered us to a corner and were oddly strict about it. I would 100% go back just because of its uniqueness and to show friends something unique but alone I don’t know if I would come back

Ben Park

The Chinese Mai Tai is as potent as advertised. Whether it’s a good cocktail or not is questionable. You can probably make a better drink by mixing some liquor and liqueurs at home. This place has a unique vibe though. It’s worth visiting at least once for the experience.

+2

Hv V

I've been curious about this place for a while because of the mixed reviews I had read, so I decided to try it for myself. Unfortunately, my experience wasn’t great. The atmosphere is unpleasant; the place is small, it was hot, and the smell wasn’t good at all. Since I wasn’t sure what to order, they recommended a Mai Tai, but I have to say it was a bad choice. I really didn’t like the taste. Even though the service was average, it didn’t make up for the other negative aspects of the place. It’s located in Chinatown, and I understand it has a reputation for being a classic in the area, but I wouldn’t recommend it unless you're looking for a very, very basic experience.

+1

charlee johnsen

Gross, dirty, run-down atmosphere that is only worsened by the horrific older woman bartender- whom I’m assuming is Connie based on reviews. She was beyond disrespectful to everyone in my party. Here’s everything she did: - Yelling at my party for sitting down at a table and asking her where to order. -Telling us to “buy a drink or get out” after already purchasing 3 drinks and simply asking for a water. We learned this happened to another woman who was at the bar and asked for water 10 minutes prior. No water served here! - Yelling at my party members for removing the tip from our bill, demanding we tip her after calling us “cheap” and saying “don’t disrespect my (receipt) paper” after removing the tip. Everything in this establishment is gross - the bathroom, the atmosphere, the attitude of the bartender - the list goes on and on. If I could rate this place zero stars, then I would. I’m not sure how the photos on this Google Listing are still allowed since they do not accurately represent what the Actual Establishment looks like in 2025/2026. Same for the reviews, we thought this would be a fun place because of the 4.4 rating, but obviously that is not an accurate representation of reality at Li Po. Yeah, Anthony Bourdain visited this establishment - that’s the only reason it’s getting visitors. Not worth it! If you want to be berated for existing and be served a bad, brown Mai Tai from pre-made mixes that’s over-served to mask the cheap mix, then this just might be the place for you.

Jessica Celeridad

I was told at the front I wasn’t able to take my leftovers inside and had to leave my food with them. When I left the bar and collected my food, a piece of pizza was missing and the remaining slice had some eaten off of it.