This is an absolutely wonderful place…warm, inviting and friendly! I have been on several occasions and each time the food has been delicious and the service was always promo and attentive! But for me, the most important part of my experience was the people. The staff truly makes this a great place to be.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cathy Biermann
What a great place! A group of friends and I had so much fun! Food was delicious. Drinks were fantastic! I had a few Oxford Commas-as a gin drinker Im always looking for something besides a gin and tonic or French 75 to try. So glad I did. This was so good!!
I love this place! I went with 5 friends for my birthday on trivia night and Frank was so accommodating to our group. We got a great table, the pretzel was so delicious, and we won trivia! Katie is also a badass bartender. Go check them out!!
Came in for a little happy hour birthday get together with some gal pals and had such a lovely time! Great mocktails and drinks, excellent service, and I loved the vintage-writer vibes - think Poe meets Hemingway meets old Hollywood - super fun! Their happy hour is weekday evenings and is $2 off drinks and appetizers - with a decent selection to choose from. I'm not a big drinker so it's always a challenge to find a place with an interesting mocktail selection but Inkwell has some awesome choices!! I went with the Whodunnit Mocktail which has lime, ginger, soda and even spicy agave! It was spicy and refreshing- I loved it! And it wasn't overly sweet which was nice. My friend had their Hemingway Daquiri and she enjoyed it - said it was a truly authentic daquiri! We shared some of their fries - generous portions and comes with ketchup and ranch. Their fries are delicious! Ranch dressing can be hit or miss at restaurants and theirs is definitely a hit! Very nice flavors all around. Service is wonderful - warm, welcoming, and attentive. Truly a friendly locals spot. They have bar seating with TV screens, tables scattered around, and some comfy wrap around booths littered with books and old typewriters- I just loved the vibes! They have brunch on Sundays, karaoke on Monday nights, and trivia Tuesdays. Prices are what you'd expect for the area. Parking is almost all street parking (free) - it was easy to find a spot late afternoon on a weekday. They have a tiny parking lot in the back with valet service on Friday and Saturday nights.
Pam Cha
We were looking for a fun evening and this place did not disappoint. We enjoyed appetizers, drinks, and watching karaoke. It was friendly and welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shay B.
Went on a Wednesday, good vibes. The staff was a little presumptuous, but I would still go back. Beer and food was really good.
Tracy S.
Amazing happy hour delicious cocktails and really good food! Super helpful and nice bartenders and staff
Melissa W.
I had heard about this place a few years ago and had been wanting to try it. Last night (3/8/24) I finally did. It has a cute literature motif and the drinks are named after authors or literary things. Inkwell Tavern was created to celebrate writers. It's an upscale gastropub specializing in craft cocktails, craft beer, a rotating wine selection, and a chef driven menu. An homage. Burbank has a deep rich history in the world of TV and film production and they truly created a place where local writer, actor, production friends could sit and have a drink and food after a long day on set. It is not uncommon to see writers sitting with a laptop and working on the next great feature or series. My friend and I got a few drinks and shared the Beef Tallow Waffle Fries (Fennel-garlic roast pork, garlic aioli, chimichurri). As I do not eat red meat, I had some of the fries and they were wonderful!. To drink, I asked for them to surprise me with something sweet and while I do not know what they called it, it was tropical and perfect. My friend got a couple Mules and a Collins. I will definitively be back as I want to try more of the food and drinks. Parking tip: *Park a few blocks away for easy parking and the walk is not bad at all.
Troy S.
Love this place! I'm a frequent flier . Great staff and food. Awesome Happy Hour. Cool place to chill for apps and cocktails after work. Cheers and enjoy!
Bita H.
Service should get 10 starts. Servers and bartender were so friendly and pleasant. It' seems like a local watering hole with a strong literary vibe which I really appreciated. The decor was so cool and worth taking a few minutes to browse through. They have a fun cocktail list with reasonable prices. I didn't love the masala chicken sandwich but the fries and the chili were great. Something about the textures of the sandwich threw me off a bit but that's just a personal thing. The salads also looked amazing and I'd like to try one of those next time
Incredible wine selection, cocktails, and the staff is unparalleled. Elevated bar food and the atmosphere is inviting. Great bet for a date night or casual weekday indulgence. Burbank needed this place ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelly H.
This place is a true neighborhood gem. Inkwell Tavern checks ALL the boxes; the food, drinks, service and ambience are spot on. We tried the Beef Tallow Waffle fries, Wilted Brussel Sprouts Salad and Shappy's Philly Style Pretzel and truly loved them all.The bartender was very friendly and knowledgeable, and the vibe and art on the walls made for something unique and very unexpected in Burbank. I think because I used to work in restaurants and the hospitality industry, I have an eye for those that are really doing it right on all levels, and Inkwell Tavern is. Try this place out, you will be very glad you did!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rachel C. Feinberg
Can't say enough great things about Inkwell. The cocktails are fantastic, service is great and the vibe is very chill. We had a birthday party here a couple months ago and the staff was so accommodating, making planning so easy. Our guests were all so complimentary of the food and drinks. So happy to have a place like this in Burbank!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tyler Nitz
This bar… let me tell you.. the staff; Jorge, Katie, Caitlyn, Eric, Cameron, Joey, Seth, are amazing. They are prompt, they are attentive, they CARE! You want a great experience and feel like you’re at hometown bar? Inkwell tavern has got you covered. The staff is amazing! The food is to die for and the cocktails?!!! Let me tell, are artisanal and satisfying. I’ve been here a gang of times and every time service, food and drinks have been on point. I have never been disappointed and if there has been anything wrong it’s been fixed immediately. If you haven’t tried inkwell tavern you need to come try it and be wowed by the experience!
Absolutely charming place in the heart of Burbank. Eclectic mix of handmade cocktails (my favorite) and delicious array of small plates. I had a fabulous time and will definitely keep this on my list of places to meet up with friends!
This is an absolutely wonderful place…warm, inviting and friendly! I have been on several occasions and each time the food has been delicious and the service was always promo and attentive! But for me, the most important part of my experience was the people. The staff truly makes this a great place to be.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a great place! A group of friends and I had so much fun! Food was delicious. Drinks were fantastic! I had a few Oxford Commas-as a gin drinker Im always looking for something besides a gin and tonic or French 75 to try. So glad I did. This was so good!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roasted Brie Wheel, Beef Tallow Waffle Fries, Inkwell Fries
I love this place! I went with 5 friends for my birthday on trivia night and Frank was so accommodating to our group. We got a great table, the pretzel was so delicious, and we won trivia! Katie is also a badass bartender. Go check them out!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wilted Brussels Sprouts Salad PB, Shappy’S Pretzel, Inkwell Fries
Came in for a little happy hour birthday get together with some gal pals and had such a lovely time! Great mocktails and drinks, excellent service, and I loved the vintage-writer vibes - think Poe meets Hemingway meets old Hollywood - super fun! Their happy hour is weekday evenings and is $2 off drinks and appetizers - with a decent selection to choose from. I'm not a big drinker so it's always a challenge to find a place with an interesting mocktail selection but Inkwell has some awesome choices!! I went with the Whodunnit Mocktail which has lime, ginger, soda and even spicy agave! It was spicy and refreshing- I loved it! And it wasn't overly sweet which was nice. My friend had their Hemingway Daquiri and she enjoyed it - said it was a truly authentic daquiri! We shared some of their fries - generous portions and comes with ketchup and ranch. Their fries are delicious! Ranch dressing can be hit or miss at restaurants and theirs is definitely a hit! Very nice flavors all around. Service is wonderful - warm, welcoming, and attentive. Truly a friendly locals spot. They have bar seating with TV screens, tables scattered around, and some comfy wrap around booths littered with books and old typewriters- I just loved the vibes! They have brunch on Sundays, karaoke on Monday nights, and trivia Tuesdays. Prices are what you'd expect for the area. Parking is almost all street parking (free) - it was easy to find a spot late afternoon on a weekday. They have a tiny parking lot in the back with valet service on Friday and Saturday nights.
We were looking for a fun evening and this place did not disappoint. We enjoyed appetizers, drinks, and watching karaoke. It was friendly and welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went on a Wednesday, good vibes. The staff was a little presumptuous, but I would still go back. Beer and food was really good.
Amazing happy hour delicious cocktails and really good food! Super helpful and nice bartenders and staff
I had heard about this place a few years ago and had been wanting to try it. Last night (3/8/24) I finally did. It has a cute literature motif and the drinks are named after authors or literary things. Inkwell Tavern was created to celebrate writers. It's an upscale gastropub specializing in craft cocktails, craft beer, a rotating wine selection, and a chef driven menu. An homage. Burbank has a deep rich history in the world of TV and film production and they truly created a place where local writer, actor, production friends could sit and have a drink and food after a long day on set. It is not uncommon to see writers sitting with a laptop and working on the next great feature or series. My friend and I got a few drinks and shared the Beef Tallow Waffle Fries (Fennel-garlic roast pork, garlic aioli, chimichurri). As I do not eat red meat, I had some of the fries and they were wonderful!. To drink, I asked for them to surprise me with something sweet and while I do not know what they called it, it was tropical and perfect. My friend got a couple Mules and a Collins. I will definitively be back as I want to try more of the food and drinks. Parking tip: *Park a few blocks away for easy parking and the walk is not bad at all.
Love this place! I'm a frequent flier . Great staff and food. Awesome Happy Hour. Cool place to chill for apps and cocktails after work. Cheers and enjoy!
Service should get 10 starts. Servers and bartender were so friendly and pleasant. It' seems like a local watering hole with a strong literary vibe which I really appreciated. The decor was so cool and worth taking a few minutes to browse through. They have a fun cocktail list with reasonable prices. I didn't love the masala chicken sandwich but the fries and the chili were great. Something about the textures of the sandwich threw me off a bit but that's just a personal thing. The salads also looked amazing and I'd like to try one of those next time
Restaurantji Recommends
Incredible wine selection, cocktails, and the staff is unparalleled. Elevated bar food and the atmosphere is inviting. Great bet for a date night or casual weekday indulgence. Burbank needed this place ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a true neighborhood gem. Inkwell Tavern checks ALL the boxes; the food, drinks, service and ambience are spot on. We tried the Beef Tallow Waffle fries, Wilted Brussel Sprouts Salad and Shappy's Philly Style Pretzel and truly loved them all.The bartender was very friendly and knowledgeable, and the vibe and art on the walls made for something unique and very unexpected in Burbank. I think because I used to work in restaurants and the hospitality industry, I have an eye for those that are really doing it right on all levels, and Inkwell Tavern is. Try this place out, you will be very glad you did!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Can't say enough great things about Inkwell. The cocktails are fantastic, service is great and the vibe is very chill. We had a birthday party here a couple months ago and the staff was so accommodating, making planning so easy. Our guests were all so complimentary of the food and drinks. So happy to have a place like this in Burbank!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This bar… let me tell you.. the staff; Jorge, Katie, Caitlyn, Eric, Cameron, Joey, Seth, are amazing. They are prompt, they are attentive, they CARE! You want a great experience and feel like you’re at hometown bar? Inkwell tavern has got you covered. The staff is amazing! The food is to die for and the cocktails?!!! Let me tell, are artisanal and satisfying. I’ve been here a gang of times and every time service, food and drinks have been on point. I have never been disappointed and if there has been anything wrong it’s been fixed immediately. If you haven’t tried inkwell tavern you need to come try it and be wowed by the experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cast Iron Chocolate Cake, Shappy’S Pretzel, Skirt Steak Frites, Beef Tallow Waffle Fries, Inkwell Fries, Twice Fried Wings, Inkwell Smash
Absolutely charming place in the heart of Burbank. Eclectic mix of handmade cocktails (my favorite) and delicious array of small plates. I had a fabulous time and will definitely keep this on my list of places to meet up with friends!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shappy’S Pretzel, Beef Tallow Waffle Fries