45 Best Dive Bars near South Gate

Toadstool Bar Bar • $
10143 Atlantic Ave, South Gate

Customers` Favorites

Modelo Especial

“I didn't even know this place existed until a neighbor took me here. Its very spacious it's super clean and it's definitely much better than most neighborhood bars. I actually thought this place was a liquor store in passing. Sally is a great bartender. Very personable and a joy to converse with. There's 3 pool tables and ample room for a crowd.“

4.8 Superb26 Reviews
Crawfords Bar • $
2616 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles - 9.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Regular Fried Chicken and Mac N Cheese
Spicy Fried Chicken with Coleslaw
Nice Selection of Beers
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Fried Chicken Dinner
Hot Chicken Sandwich
Hot Chicken Basket
Hot Fried Chicken
Basket of Chicken
Mac and Cheese

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4.5 Superb78 Reviews
Frank 'n Hank Cocktail Bar • $
518 S Western Ave, Los Angeles - 10.69 miles

“Great crowd around the pool table! Right between a dispensary AND a Japanese infused, vegan hotdog joint!“

4.7 Superb44 Reviews
Blipsy Bar Bar • $
369 N Western Ave, Los Angeles - 11.43 miles

“The absolute best combination of dive bar and arcade you could ask for! It was the bartenders first day (sorry I forgot your name) but he was friendly, engaging and knew his stuff about the games. Cash only, which is honestly part of the charm. Highly recommended!“

4.2 Good32 Reviews
Zanzabuku Sports Lounge Cocktail Bar • $
4825 Paramount Blvd, Lakewood - 6.94 miles

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Whiskery on the Rocks
Whiskey & Seven

“Should b called Lakewood’s Best kept secret!! Hahahaa those that kno...then ya kno!!“

4.7 Superb26 Reviews
Anarchy Library Bar • $
13250 Woodruff Ave, Downey - 5 miles

“Love to dance at this place and I have for a couple years now !! Bartenders are the most awesome people here , sweet and and attentive to customers, drinks are over the top and delicious!! Come here on a Friday or Saturday when it’s super fun booming with people, my favorite bartender?? CELINE!!!❤️❤️“

4.5 Superb37 Reviews
Hanks Bar Bar • $
840 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles - 7.97 miles

“Great "Hidden" off the beatn path. Dark (New York Style), Old, Wooden Historic Bar!!With stong *Inexpensive* drinks! Located in a haunted hotel. Yup!! (All my photos taken there seemed to have disappeared????)

Parking: Park on street paid. Can find some "unmetered spots." But can park in hotel and get validated.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes its wheelchair friendly.“

4.4 Superb23 Reviews
The Crest Cocktail Bar • $
5935 Cherry Ave, Long Beach - 5.68 miles

“Amazing bar, Jose was very nice; an amazing and attentive bartender. He made us feel very welcomed and made sure everything was on point!

The place is very cozy with a nice terrace where you can smoke while having your drink. I had a great time!

A place I would highly recommend.“

4.4 Superb20 Reviews
Guardsman Lounge Bar • $
7850 Florence Ave, Downey - 3.62 miles

“Fun, Great drinks, friendly bartenders, and Friday Night Karaoke!“

4.8 Superb14 Reviews
Tailgate Bar Bar • $
2503 Santa Fe Ave, Long Beach - 9.74 miles

“The atmosphere is popping here! Excellent DJ, very welcoming people, and good vibes. The only downside is that it is a very small place for the number of people that arrive; no dance floor, only one pool table, and hard to order a drink because of the very crowded bar. However, it is a very good spot for the Black community and for anyone, of course. Everyone was so happy to be here. This was my first time visiting, and I am confident I have found a new local to hang out at.“

4.5 Superb25 Reviews
Oasis Restaurant & Bar Dive Bar • $
7709 Telegraph Rd, Montebello - 4.61 miles
3.5 Good2 Reviews
Regal Inn Cocktail Bar • $
6763 E Carson St, Lakewood - 9.34 miles

Customers` Favorites

Nicoise Salad

“Sun light hours, this is a neighborhood bar with 50% of patrons being regulars. Staff knows everyone, and it's very welcoming. Come at night if you want a good drink and a loud dive bar. Pool table, golden tee, and they just added 2 dart boards. Live music a few nights a week. Cheap prices here don't mean cheap drinks.“

4.5 Superb24 Reviews
Crane's Bar Downtown Bar • $
810 S Spring St, Los Angeles - 7.71 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pilsner
Nitro

“met the owner. nice guy!! loves the steelers...nuff said!“

4.5 Superb24 Reviews
Flite Room Bar • $
4111 N Lakewood Blvd, Lakewood - 8.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chablis and Chardonnay
Coors Lite Pounders
Miller Highlife
White Zin
Merlot
Bud
805

“Fun Karaoke with a cash only bar, great drinks -friendly bartenders.“

4.5 Superb23 Reviews
Torrance Brew Yard Bar • $
19606 Normandie Ave, Torrance - 8.62 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fish and Chips Substituted with Tater Tots
Fish Tacos with Avocado Slices
Philly Cheese Steak Hoagie
Baja Style Fish Tacos
Carne Asada Tacos
Jalapeno Poppers
Pitcher of Beer
Carnitas Tacos
Patty Melt
BBQ Wings

“Good food, friendly service. Been here several times and everything has been good. Also, they have cold beer :)“

4.7 Superb15 Reviews
Linda Lee's Barracuda Lounge Dive Bar
2368 Santa Fe Ave, Long Beach - 9.91 miles

“(Translated by Google) Fun place, great friends, nice girls, pool table in good condition and fresh air in the back? I recommend it. Very safe ?(Original)Lugar divertido, grandes amistades, chicas agradables, mesa de billar en buenas condiciones y en la parte de atrás aire fresco? lo recomiendo. Muy seguro ?“

3.5 Good4 Reviews
The Echo Dive Bar • $$
1822 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles - 10.08 miles

“This medium-small, former cool dive bar was bought out by a corporate entity that has changed the vibe of this place for the worse, I'm sorry to say. Real money isn't even good enough for this place--it's no cash allowed! How crazy is that? They must love paying those fees to the banks! Wait, WE'RE the ones paying those bank fees as it's included in the prices. I hate this policy. It's unAmerican not to accept our currency. Who do they think they are? Not everyone has a card with money on it. I guess if u don't, you're probably not welcome here. Metal detectors at the door, then they wand u again for entry. Purses get searched too. The security here seems excessive overall with security guys watching u everywhere. It's unnerving + a buzzkill.
On the positive side, the live music presentation of this club is well done. Nice stage size--not too big, waist high so everyone can get a good view of the bands. Smaller sized audience area so you feel up-close + personal. Excellent sound system + monitors, sound guy is quick + very good at his job, + lighting is nice. It IS undeniably a good place to see + hear a band.
What's crazy is there's nowhere to sit inside, not even a bench along the wall. How lame is that? Gen X says Thumbs Down + my disabled BF was not happy about it. Large outdoor patio is the only place with any seating.
Decent drink variety here but all come in a can, even the cocktails. Mix of craft beers + bubbly fruity drinks, mainstream beers + pre-mixed cocktails at standard bar prices. No cash allowed, remember.
Overall, if a band i want to see is playing here, I'll go again. But this place no longer has any warmth or personality so I'd never go there to just hang out. It's become just another corporate venue now. The Echo has no parking lot. Street parking is busy but possible plus there are 2 big paid parking lots around the corner. Next door is a pizza slice place + ice cream place too if u get hungry.“

4.2 Good81 Reviews
Mugshots Sports Bar Bar • $
10461 Denni St, Cypress - 12.12 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hand Crafted Beer Cocktails
Beer & a Shot

“I had a good time Met someone I used to work with And it seem like you had a conversation with everybody in there“

4.4 Superb17 Reviews
Tony's Saloon Bar • $$
2017 E 7th St, Los Angeles - 6.71 miles

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The Pickle Back

“get it. putos!!!!This place is lit.“

3.8 Good36 Reviews
Redwood Room Bar • $
4533 Slauson Ave, Maywood - 3.14 miles

“Redwood! Get down here! The place to be!“

4.6 Superb9 Reviews
The Living Room Bar • $
2636 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles - 10.13 miles

Customers` Favorites

Modelo Especial

“chill atmosphere, great music I will definitely be back“

3.8 Good10 Reviews
Thirsty Isle Bar • $
4319 E Carson St, Long Beach - 8.18 miles

Customers` Favorites

Avacado Bacon Cheeseburger
Chips and Guacamole
Pastrami Burger
Chicken Wings
Burgers
Nachos

“Great service! We had a great time considering it was my first time in a bar in a very long time.“

4.1 Good26 Reviews
The Desert Room Bar & Grill • $
1006 W Gardena Blvd, Gardena - 7.01 miles

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1800 Gold Silver
Stella Draft
Jim Beam
Taquitos
IPA

“I performed a Blues concert there this week in their large music hall & library with bar which adjoins a very busy bar room playing old school
recorded R&B. It's a lively and fun place to hang. There's cocktails, beer, music and pool tables. A diverse friendly crowd. They let you Postmate or bring food. There's even an outdoor patio.“

4 Good48 Reviews
Gold Room Bar • $
1558 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles - 9.92 miles

Customers` Favorites

The Gold Room Special
Chronic Ale

“Very good place, friendly bartender very good cocktails 🍹“

3.8 Good49 Reviews
Los Potrillos Light Club Dive Bar • $$
5839 Cherry Ave, Long Beach - 5.83 miles
5 Superb3 Reviews
Rodeo Room Cocktail Bar • $
1306 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles - 9.11 miles

“Very friendly and fun place“

4.3 Superb8 Reviews
The Stein Cocktail Bar • $
11319 Washington Blvd, Whittier - 7.4 miles

“Karoeke night was Fun! They have a fancy way of scheduling their list to sing (screen recording included). The bar has a pool table, chill vibes, super friendly staff (cash only) and overall friendly patrons.Oh and Olga's Cocina food truck stopped by and their food is amazing! I didn't get a picture of the food I ate it too fast lol.“

3.9 Good39 Reviews
Crow's Nest Cocktail Bar • $$$
1912 W Willow St, Long Beach - 9.67 miles

“I both love and loathe gentrification. In the case of this bar, I loathe gentrification, if only for the increased prices in drinks. Staff is great. However, the bar fights used to be entertaining, but those don't happen anymore. That's a bit depressing.“

4.1 Good7 Reviews
El Tenampa Bar Dive Bar • $
8002 Seville Ave, Huntington Park - 2.25 miles
4.2 Good5 Reviews
The Sportsman Bar • $
11133 Los Alamitos Blvd, Los Alamitos - 12.02 miles

“Loren was extremely awesome and running the bar pretty much by herself. She's extremely friendly and full of smiles for sure. When I come to bars like these ones, I look for customer service and not looks but she was on my list for best customer service.“

3.9 Good32 Reviews
El Troquero Pub Bar •
5448 E Washington Blvd, Commerce - 4.43 miles
4.5 Superb2 Reviews
La Colima Bar Bar • $
1748 E Florence Ave, Los Angeles - 3.49 miles
5 Superb1 Reviews
Moe’s Red Dog Saloon Bar • $
1946 E Del Amo Blvd, Long Beach - 6.81 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hamburger

“the bartenders are amazing always good vibes and great peaple“

3.8 Good36 Reviews
Jesse's Bar Bar •
5440 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach - 6.07 miles
4 Good1 Reviews
Mi Ranchito Bar Mexican • $
2325 1st St, Los Angeles - 7.06 miles

“A toda madre un des madre“

3 Average1 Reviews
Froggy's Bar • $$$
13825 Normandie Ave, Gardena - 6.59 miles

“This was the first place I came once I hit my grand 21. I absolutely love it. Diana is a sweetheart, she treats you like family, I've been coming here almost a year now. I'm on a first name basis with most of the bartenders, they're all great, I absolutely feel welcomed and valued here. I try to come here at least once a month, I love the ambiance here. The patrons here are always friendly and welcoming ❤ They're the best of the best here. 10/10 recommend. They're very hospitable here, they'll never let your cup go empty, the servers are on the ball here. If you want to have a great night and make good memories, come to Froggy's Bar and Grill.“

3.7 Good22 Reviews
Diamante sport bar Bar •
12002 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles - 5.21 miles

“The highlight though, and is just my opinion is the staff let me take a few balls as souvenirs and been using them at my office for ping pong. Score!I'll probably be back just for drinks and light bites, but don't really envision renting out another table for ping pong. I'll stick to free ping pong at the office. =)“

3.6 Good7 Reviews
Footsies Bar • $
2640 N Figueroa St, Los Angeles - 9.93 miles

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Modelo

“Great djs. Fun night events“

3.7 Good43 Reviews
Snug Harbor Cocktail Bar • $
5520 Del Amo Blvd, Lakewood - 7.76 miles

“If your into square dancing and finger samich's well your going to love this hidden jewel! Snug harbor is stashed away in a little corner AND the best bartender/sqaredancer/samich maker from the hidaway works there now.. So suit and boot in your best sqare suit and cha-cha on in and YOU WELL be welcomed as if it's a surprise party just for you.. go with God and I am outta here...“

3.5 Good10 Reviews
Hi N Dry Cocktails Cocktail Bar • $$
3116 W 182nd St, Torrance - 9.3 miles

“Small bars usually offer a casual yet friendly and relaxing atmosphere.
• Staff Attitude: Most small bar staff are warm and welcoming. Unlike fine dining restaurants, they tend to be more engaging, often chatting with guests, recommending drinks, and even remembering regular customers’ preferences.
• Serving Speed: Since the main focus of a bar is alcoholic beverages, the food may take longer to be served compared to a regular restaurant. However, most bars offer quick-prep bar snacks to complement the drinks.
• Personalized Service: Some small bars provide customized cocktails based on customers’ tastes or offer hidden menu options to enhance the experience.“

3.6 Good24 Reviews
Little Joy Cocktails Bar • $$
1477 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles - 9.81 miles

“This bar has some of the best drinks and atmosphere in all of Los Angeles. Service was top notch as the bartenders and managers went above and beyond. This will always be my go to bar in the are and I cannot recommend it enough for great drinks, music, vibes, and people.“

3.3 Good59 Reviews
The Hideaway Cocktail Bar • $
5523 South St, Lakewood - 6.95 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pickled Egg

“Great local bar, drinks are affordable service is friendly and tvs have local sports. Perfect day care for Dad’s. Ladies leave your husbands in good hands!“

3.5 Good24 Reviews
Harvard Yard Bar Bar • $$
1400 S Western Ave, Los Angeles - 9.71 miles

“It's so great to have a bar within walking distance of the Blvd!“

3.1 Average8 Reviews
The Midway Bar Bar • $
17016 Bellflower Blvd, Bellflower - 5.89 miles

Customers` Favorites

Birthday Beer Mug

“I enjoyed this place good bartender and a fun and exciting place“

3.2 Average20 Reviews
Short Stop Bar • $
1455 Sunset Blvd #3457, Los Angeles - 9.78 miles

“First place I’ve seen with exceptional AC feels like an actual fan , on their dance floor. Amazing at cooling it down. On Dodgers Game days go early you will be in line. Super fun but small. $11 wells and $8 hard ciders/kombuchas/seltzers. Happy hour is 4-7 I think ?“

3.1 Average77 Reviews