Barbara's At the Brewery

This review is specifically for the kitchen. Do better.

The food is mediocre at best. Old, half rotten salads, brown avocado.. is extremely common. The hummus is so bland it tastes like cardboard. The burgers and fries are extremely salty. The artichoke dip is soupy. They often run out of ingredients or the oven is down... I could go on..

The beer selection, atmosphere and people can make up for so much..

The kitchen needs to get their act together.. asap.

After waiting quite a bit of time for anyone to actually be working the bar, Came in for food 40 minutes before their kitchen was supposed to be closed according to all signage and info online. Only to be told that the kitchen was closed right then. Almost a whole hour early. Maybe you should update some signage. That is all.

For over 20 years, Barbara's has been my haunt. Let's be honest, the food isn't the draw it once was (thanks to that ownership change). But what this place does have is something you can't bottle: an incredible vibe, amazing people, and bartenders that are pure gold.

The atmosphere is chill and welcoming, a true neighborhood gem. It's the kind of place where you can unwind after a long day, catch up with friends, or just enjoy some great company.

And speaking of great company, let me tell you about the bartenders. Alexia anf Jackei are, hands down, the nicest and most attentive bartenders I've ever encountered. They radiates positive energy, truly cares about the customers, and goes above and beyond. The kind of integrity you don't often see... not serving a dish because of a kitchen error. That's the kind of care that keeps people coming back.
Then there's Cory, the absolute rockstar who keeps everything running like a well-oiled machine. He's the reason the whole operation flows so smoothly.

Barbara's is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. It's a place where you feel at home, thanks to the amazing people behind the bar.

A great place to grab a drink and meal amongst the LA art community.

Had the Southwest Cobb salad and it was very good. Crisp greens. Lightly dressed

Came here at 12 pm wanted to do breakfast it’s in the middle of no where, super small place, idk if I’d recommend tbh we didn’t even eat we went and left

This has always been one of my favorite places. I lived at The Brewery for over 20 years. I actually knew the original Barbara. I think she would be proud of the wonderful establishment this has become. Hats off to Ross, his amazing chefs, bartenders and staff. The drinks are stellar, as always but even better than before. The food has been elevated to a new level. Tonight they had an amazing Carnitas plate. The meat was unequivocally probably the best I’ve had in Los Angeles. Ross’ attention to detail and perfection is unmatched. This is world class dining in a very secret and a wonderful place. Thank you, thank you thank you.!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lots of craft beer. Plenty of eats. Some vegan options.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Selection of Craft Beer

Food and drinks were amazing. Great times … location maybe hard to find but Overall I’m happy we found it. The smoke Stackhouse ✅pancakes wow.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Went in for a drink to watch the Dodger game. Ended up celebrating with strangers when the dodgers came back against the Rockies. ?
The spot is hidden in the back but super cool to walk into a warehouse location and where the train used to pass through. Staff was very friendly and plenty of parking

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Really stuck up female bartender, not welcoming and uncomfortable .

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 1

This brewery makes for a great post-climb treat! Me and some coworkers came to hang out here after rock climbing at the Post which is a 3 min walk away.

You order at the bar and they give you a number to place at your table. They had a good variety of beers to choose from but I just got food.

I had the fries chicken sandwich. Value wise its just okay but the chicken was mostly breading. Each bite was juicy and flavorful though.

Can’t believe I didn’t know about this place!! True hidden gem. Unpretentious, cool, friendly, and really high quality food. Very pleasantly surprised by the excellent and huge beer selection too ?! Will return for sure.

Vegetarian options: Great option for vegetarians and vegans!

Dietary restrictions: Great vegan and gluten free options

Parking: So much parking!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Wings, Nachos, Veggie Picadillo Taco, Fish Tacos

Great food, great beer and spirits, and always interesting people!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Wings, Nachos

Barbara's Brewery, nestled in the vibrant artistic enclave of downtown LA, is a testament to creativity and conviviality. The fusion of locally brewed delights and classic American cuisine mirrors the community's eclectic spirit. Amidst the lively ambiance and diverse conversations, it's a haven where culinary craftsmanship meets artistic expression, inviting all to indulge.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hamburger, Regular Fries