50 Best Bars near East Los Angeles

“If you are one of those who likes to enjoy something quiet and where you can breathe tranquility, this is your place. The attention is wonderful and the owner is charming. I recommend it 100. Oh by the way, their specialty is micheladas, you have to try them, you'll love them.“

“El lugar bueno y limpio buen ambiente“

“This den has reasonable estimating and clean environmental factors. My children significantly delighted in and wanted to play there. Additionally, the staff was extremely obliging, cautious to my children, and agreeable. In the long run, I loved everything out there. It was awesome and meriting to be appraised a 5-stars. We would visit again soon!“

“Second time at the Bike Shed Motto Co. with my friends, celebrating their last day in LA.

I got parmesan truffle fries ??‍ , and I asked if they could add garlic, and they were more than accommodating, which I was very grateful for. I was also not drinking. So I got a nice guava mocktail?. I was really looking forward towards a tiramisu, but sadly, they didn't have any, but the vegan apple crumble was also a very good alternative.

The place is very nice and cozy. They have different sections in the restaurant. They even have a barber shop. One of the showrooms usually has motorcycles and even produces events in their next door area.“

“I walked in expecting typical bar fare—maybe some fried chicken and a few snacks—but what I experienced was nothing short of extraordinary. The mentaiko spaghetti was a standout, easily the best I’ve had, even compared to versions from Japan. The soy noodles were cooked to perfection, with just the right amount of crisp to complement the dish.

The jamaica salad, with its refreshing mix of celery and grapefruit segments, was a surprise hit. I found myself unable to stop eating it, and the dressing was so good I could have sipped it straight from the bowl.

And then, the desserts. Wow. The black sesame Rice Krispies with labne and plum sauce was a creative and delicious take that left me in awe. But the real star was the hojicha tres leches—an innovative fusion that was absolutely divine.

Thank you for elevating Asian bar food to this level. I can’t wait to come back and explore more of the menu!“

“Great beer, great outdoor vibe with music on the weekend.“

“I’ve never had a bad time here. Even though it’s a place that’s mostly people going with friends, I’ve never felt unwelcome going by myself. The workers are nice and the drinks are made strong and cold the way they should be. It’s a chill vibe. They don’t do stuff like karaoke, so if you want a party kinda place this wouldn’t be ideal, but if you enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere, then it’s perfect.“

“Great analog music and excellent drinks. The bartenders and dj's are top shelf.“

“Beautiful bar. Modern with a home feel. The ambiance is very chill. Large and wide open window on one side gives you a good view of Sunset Blvd. opposite is the patio that has the food. You can order via a QR code and get a text when your food is ready. Drink menu is great! Bartenders are friendly.“

“Stopped in for some cocktails and enjoyed the experience. Vibe is moody and cool, yet casual. I modified one of the cocktails despite some resistance from the server, but it turned out great. Hard to go wrong with bread and butter but that was delicious as well.“

“Amazing journey of flavors!“

“Great spot with a ton going on - I love what they’ve done with the place since taking over junkyard dog. The food and ambiance are great, they even have a pool tables on the patio. The bartender Peter was knowledgeable and friendly. 10/10 will definitely comeback for karaoke night! Thank you Peter and Drugstore Cowboy for a great place to grab a drink or play some pool!

Vegetarian options: The vegan chili is great for tacos or with the nachos!“

“Last night my brother and I visited this establishment while looking for somewhere to eat. The service was good and the atmosphere was kick back. We ordered the chicken basket and it was wickedly delicious. The way the chicken was prepared, widely woke up our taste buds. It was very close to home as well, and we will certainly be visiting more often in our future. I highly recommend Crawford.“

“Overall we enjoyed the food and the location . The service seemed a bit rushed with our waitress leaving a few times mid sentence and mid order . It was to the point where we had to make her aware that we had actually not finished ordering when she left the first 2 times“

“Such a vibe! Had an amazing experience. Highly recommend.“

“Unique & Friendly, for motorcycle lovers“

“I like the location of this bar. They keep the exterior and inside of the bar clean. I like the friendly bar servers. I love the mural and the portrait drawings that you see around the walls. I enjoyed some delicious drink while we visited here before dinner reservation elsewhere. Definitely want to come back for the vegan lasagna.“

“The staff were so helpful and nice. I ordered sweet potato tacos on corn tortillas. Came out on flour. Kitchen was closed but the cook came back on to work to fix them and gave us complimentary guacamole and hummus. Everything was so tasty!! We will definitely come back again for food and drinks. Karaoke room inside bar too -so fun! Great vibes.“

“We had a fine dining experience at Katsin restaurant. Food was delicious, creatively chosen menu, service was very good, entertainment made our dining festive. Thank you to chef for such creative and unique dishes. Will come back again to celebrate high taste and service of very caring staff.“

“This is the best place ever! From just hanging out with a few friends for Sunday Happy Hour for last 3 years to having my son’s High School graduation party there this past June as a private event -they don’t disappoint. So easy to work with, amazing food, and the servers are the best. Really love it here!“

“Great qualities of meat selection and a bunch of other types of excellent qualities of food. Definitely a place to go to celebrate and for special occasions. The beef, especially the galbi, the shrimp, takoyaki, and everything is fantastic. We can grab most of the food and the premium food came out very fast. Will definitely come back.“

“The staff were extremely friendly and accommodating... they called before we arrived to discuss the notes we entered when booking, and continued to perform at that level throughout. Food was very good, nice ambience, really all in all a lovely experience.“

“Great place for a late night hangout with friends. Love music!“

“Glendale Tap is a real gem. We just wondered around and fell in love, period. Their selection of craft beers makes it awesome, with every taste bud in mind. The interior decoration is modern, industrial, and perfectly chill. There's a small patio out front and a game room, really giving that relaxed vibe. Although there's no full food menu, you can have local vendors bites or serve up your own snacks. I really am going to wait for nothing to visit again and try more brews!“

“Wow. This is a hidden gem in DTLA. Highly recommend unless you're a jerk. Ha. Great drinks, great food and amazing service. Felt like I was just hanging with old friends having a very enjoyable evening. This is gonna be my go-to spot anytime I am hanging downtown.“

“This is literally the funniest and fun beer bar I’ve ever been to,but I find myself addicted to their Caesar salads they find themselves addicted to my poor sense of humor. I find myself addicted to tipping them more.They find themselves addicted to inviting me more. we formed a perfect relationship, but I will tell you the service is great they’re extremely friendly and the food quality is incredible.This isn’t dive bar food.They have a really great area for outdoor seating right on the corner and they have a number of sandwiches. I’d like to try.They also offer vegan options, but the number of craft beers here are exceptional and I find this place so pleasant“

“I've been there once and it was fine last time. The cocktails were quick and the atmosphere was good. Overall, it was pretty good“

“Super cute place with very chic vibes! Delicious drinks and great food - came here for coffee(matcha) and brunch - everything was on point! Now I want to come back in the evening for cocktails - they’ve got an amazing cocktail menu as well!“

“Amazing food. Plate licking sauces, organic,locally sourced food. Korean fusion. Did I mention organic pickled everything. Enzyme rich food. Beyond healthy. Humble little hope in the wall run by a husband and wife team. Dude went to Korea to study with the most famous vegan nun chef in Korea. A must go to for anyone who loves food and especially loves fusion with organic and very well priced. He should charge Much more but they don’t.“

“amazing food, service and home feeling“

“Must visit The Semi tropic the elote skillet and meatballs with garlic bread were so yummy! The drinks were so cute and the place was so cozy had a great time with the board games and the Polaroid! This is your sign to visit The Semi tropic for a fun night out with friends! The service and staff were so friendly!!“

“Simple fun, relaxed atmosphere, great little place“

“One of the few remaining unpretentious places to grab a drink in the area. I also enjoyed the music from vinyl.I’ve been to Covell and Lola’s and they are so boring and stuffy, and obviously have a “target audience” which is just not my thing.“

“Love their menus.. spicy.“

“The atmosphere is very good, it feels very domestic, and the band performance is also very exciting. The price of bartending is not expensive. I ordered a lot of food. My favorites were the mutton skewers and duck neck, which were delicious. Suitable for chatting and drinking with friends“

“We will be back ! Awesome vibe.“

“✨Drink like a Whale and Eat a Volcano at Sulgorae in Norwalk, California✨We came to @sulgorae.sojubar for their refreshing Whole Watermelon Soju, which consists of fresh watermelon juice (the perfect summer flavor), Soju, and Sprite to sweeten and fizz up your cocktail.

What we didn’t expect was to be blown away by their variety of food options, from fried bar bites to comforting entrees and everywhere in between. Their KFC (Korean Fried Chicken) was served hot (temperature) from the kitchen with the skin in perfect crispiness and meat so juicy.

But the real star of the meal was their Volcano Beef Stirfry- you know it’s the dish to get when you see it served to every table! Be warned: the spice level is no joke here. We ordered with a level 1 out of 4 spice and that was perfect amount for me (and I can handle ??)

We had: ?Whole Watermelon Soju, ?Soy Garlic Chicken Wings & Fries, ?Volcano Beef Stirfry“

“Come drink here and enjoy yourself“

“We found ourselves starting off date night at Alma’s, ✨the only cider bar in Los Angeles AND with the biggest cider menu in the US and quite possibly the world✨ With so many delectable drinks in sight, we landed on a sour cider (me) and a Pilsner (him). Charcuterie Boards also are magically made right in front of you by the bartender, further giving off the Brooklyn vibe that’s fitting of the neighborhood?

Featured Graze Board: Big Plate (three cheeses, three meats, market pickles, corn nuts, bub & grandma’s sourdough bread)“

“Thoroughly enjoyed Far Bar’s happy hour, which runs from 3-7pm Monday to Friday, and all day Monday. Best value play is the Burger Special ($13), which includes fries and a Sapporo or soda.Wings are also excellent. Will try their shrimp tacos next! Service is awesome and the vibes are casual yet with a classy decor (especially outside). Love this historic spot!“

“it was a blast time in here. food was great, vibe was on point, service was very nice. honestly I didn't expect their food that good since the picture of their foods and interior looks too good to be true on the picture ( I'm kind of picky person, don't trust anything until i see it in person) but my experience was amazing in here. best of best. will go back soon !!“

“My experience at NikuX was truly exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the front desk staff was remarkably kind. Kevin, who was in charge of our table, provided attentive and courteous service, and his recommendation of the Miso Chilean Seabass was even better than Nobu’s. Each dish was fresh and made with evident care.

I was particularly impressed by how Kevin and the floor manager consistently checked in on our meal throughout the dining experience. Their willingness to listen to even minor feedback was something I had not encountered in any other buffet, which left a lasting impression.

It was a rare opportunity to enjoy a satisfying luxury buffet in LA. Personally, I found NikuX to be a more valuable dining experience than the buffet at Cafe S in H Hotel, in terms of quality, pricing, and service.
Thank you.“

“A great place to be in Los Angeles‼️“

“They have Street Fighter II and people can watch the matches on a projector at the bar. The whole place is an arcade fan's dream though since there are other games you can enjoy. All of the cabs have CRTs in them too so you can experience them just like back in the days. They also have some great beer on tap, but there is also mexican Coke and Jarritos if you gotta stay sober.“

“We had a fantastic experience!The food was delicious, and the drinks were spot on. What made the evening even better was our server, Jennifer. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect for us. Her warm personality and excellent service really stood out. Definitely be coming back soon!“

“This is my favorite neighborhood beer bar. Great beer on tap, chill atmosphere inside, relaxed atmosphere on the outside patio and yummy food. In fact, I think they have maybe the best double smash burger in town! Also, the bartenders are top notch, friendly and attentive.“

“The sour beer was delicious. I love the 80s feel to the bar and the fact they have old school video games. Go Ms. Paxman. The food was decent too. Service was pretty decent, they could have come around a little more to check on our drinks, but that's sor of nit picking. Overall, would definitely return in my 80s attire.“

“Many times here. Alex is great & makes everyone feel welcome. They have a pool table, karaoke on Thursdays, all sports games, good drinks, and casually has food vendors in the back. Highly recommend. Good vibes overall. Thank you big pee pee Alex lol“

“Best bar in Hi Fi Perhaps the world.“

“Johnny's strikes the perfect balance of being an old school dive bar you know and love and an elevated cocktail lounge with DJs spinning an eclectic mix of tunes depending on the night. Fast service, delicious drinks and a jukebox to play when the DJ takes off? What's not to love? ???“