50 Best Bars near Universal City

“Prendre une bière avec Barney, le rêve!!“

“Came here after exploring the theme park, and everything was phenomenal. The drinks were great, food was delicious, and most importantly, service was awesome. Our server Ben was amazing! He was attentive, kind and gave awesome recommendations. We will most definitely be back!“

“Fresh food 100% recommend“

“Since Or Bar opened in the old Gold Coast space, it has become my favorite local place. Good drinks, great people. I love all of the staff here!“

“Good time for my family when we visit L.A“

“Great service, tasty food, and amazing views. Good brunch spot.“

“Loved this place. We came in on a random Tuesday when the world cup happened to be on and they still accommodated us and went above and beyond to give us excellent service. The food and the drinks were also good. Overall great experience and we'll definitely be back.“

“Bartender was feisty, had some malort, will return“

“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.“

“🐅🐅🐅🐅 yum yummy.. crying tiger so good“

“An Unforgettable Dining Experience at Spago Beverly Hills“

“Cool dicey bar feel with great drinks and fabulous bartenders! Loved it when it was Oyster Bar, and still loving it as Oy bar!!!“

“Wonderful place Great drinks and food“

“A combination of classic and delicious.“

“My favorite place to hang in LA. The staff is super sweet, the food is fantastic, the drinks are amazing, particularly the Ginger Margarita, the atmosphere is gorgeous—whether you’re inside the stunning deco bar or outside on the beautiful patio. It’s a true gem.“

“The Manager is the best, wonderful to guest. The food delicious. The plates are big. The place clean and the vibe is peaceful and classy. Each spot with it's own music so you don't miss out. The apple delicious desert. Took me back to Virginia, known for the apple pie's. 🍎“

“Was awesome to find a restaurant with my two favorites…GF and Southern!“

“Came for the drinks but stayed for the food. Served by highly knowledgeable bartenders who can go off script and whip up wonderfully balanced cocktails with just a few notes.

Thai chicken salad 10/10
Hamachi crudo 10/10
Crab beignets 9.5/10
Burger 9/10“

“Just tried MIRATE Restaurant the food was amazing! Definitely worth checking out if you love great flavors.“

“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“

“Cute stylish bar with good music!“

“Found this place by chance with my friends on a Monday night. Delicious appetizers, entrees, and dessert. Great friendly bartenders. Beautiful front and interior, which is what drew us in. Will be back. Great spot for dates or small groups.“

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

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“Despite accidentally making reservations online for the following evening, the gentleman behind the entry table found a way for my family of 4 to enjoy a top notch Korean BBQ dinner. We were so grateful! The food was excellent and service first rate. Highly recommended!!“

“Nice vibes, convenient location with easy parking, beautiful decor. Service was lacking, but understand there is a labor shortage right now, perhaps that's to blame here. Bodega sando was perfection! Pastries were alright...most looked better than they tasted. I'd say they were good but not great.“

“No explanation needed. You're missing out if you don't drink wine or eat food from here. Shout out PJ, Zach, JP, Molly, Simona, Ryan, Corbin, Jose, Sean (didn't follow me back on IG though *UPDATE: he did!), and all the other fab people who work here.“

“Amazing Avocado roast poached egg Amazing staff manager follow up to make sure meal was perfect amazing ambiance great location natural light“

“Delicious and great service“

“A perfect stay!! Celebrating my husband’s 60th! From the time we arrived, the service and attention to detail was impeccable! The entire staff was so welcoming and went out of their way to make sure my husband was enjoying his birthday celebration. It was our first stay at the Maybourne. It will be the only place we stay from now on. Thank you so much to the entire staff for making our stay so special.“

“I traveled from Puerto Rico to visit Yosemite and Los Angeles, and while walking through the city I stumbled upon this bar. To my surprise, I had an unforgettable experience: excellent food and, above all, I drank the best Guinness. beer Thank you.“

“A great place to be in Los Angeles‼️“

“Capri Club has the best staff, they went above and beyond to make my pre-birthday dinner drinks and snacks top shelf! We always have an incredible time at Capri Club and we feel so lucky to have an unpretentious spot like this in Eagle Rock. 🥰“

“I'd like to share my experience at Encanto restaurant. The warm, welcoming atmosphere with soft lighting and pleasant music makes you want to stay, relax, and enjoy a good conversation. I came with my wife and child - we were greeted politely and seated exactly where we felt most comfortable. I started with the signature Margarita: perfect in presentation and flavor balance - it immediately set a great mood. Next, I ordered the ceviche set. The first two (Cona Konpachi and Aguachile) were truly outstanding - a symphony of flavors with perfectly balanced ingredients that complemented each other beautifully. The other two ceviches in the set, however, felt unbalanced - the dominant note was excessive acidity. For mains, I had the grilled fish - served on a sizzling hot pan, with a deep charred aroma and a well-judged marinade. Excellent. The steak, unfortunately, disappointed: first it was overcooked, then undercooked. But a special thank you to our server, Kristi - she was attentive and professional, and she turned my overall experience back into a very positive one. I highly recommend Encanto for its ambiance and service. As for the food - some dishes are fantastic, others still need fine-tuning. But with a team like this, I believe this restaurant can definitely bring you great pleasure.“

“Simple fun, relaxed atmosphere, great little place“

“Is there a way to contact the restaurant? I can’t seem to find a phone number.
I need to reschedule my reservation and I don’t want them to charge my credit card because I can’t make the original reservation. - Alexandria Oliver“

“Stopped by The Airliner and had a really good experience. The food and drinks were fresh, flavorful, and nicely presented, making for an enjoyable visit.

The place has a relaxed, modern atmosphere that works well for both a casual meal and a coffee break. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Great spot to unwind and enjoy good food 👍“

“The Angeleno Spritz was just what I needed after a long day of minor disappointments, that and the genuine smile from the tattooed guy working the bar this evening who was refreshingly upbeat and worked the room like a pro. So glad I stopped in!“

“After our Altadena house burned down, we relocated to Barker Block and absolutely love being so close to Manuela. We used to have a fire table like yours, so dining here always carries a sense of home. Last night we brought friends, and they said, ‘This makes it hard to go out to eat in Monrovia—our restaurants cut corners with cheap ingredients and fast turnover.’ What your chefs create is the opposite: dishes with not just incredible flavor but extraordinary texture and detail. Their expertise is off the charts, and I highly recommend.“

“Cozy. Carnitas nachos were pretty dang good. Update: carnitas a little too salty. Cheese was a little too thick! It's enough for 3 people forsure. Unless they upsized our order? Cocktail was gross, too sugary. Chicken tenders weren't my thing either. Too much honey. Margarita was soo good“

“I stopped by Drugstore Cowboy on Wednesday evening and had a solid time, despite some initial hesitation due to its reputation. The bartender was knowledgeable about craft cocktails and expertly mixed my Old Fashioned. What stood out to me, though, was the live jazz music – they had a talented saxophonist playing during my visit around 9 pm. Overall, it's a great spot for drinks if you're in the area after dark.“

“pinball and atmosphere. if your friends even want to judge then they aren't your friends 😆#puropari“

“El Carmen has a nice ambience with plenty of cool decor to look at as you wine and dine. They offer a wide selection of drinks and specialize in Mexican cuisine. Funny enough, my date was the only Mexican looking person there, despite the restaurant being full. It’s more of a bar than a restaurant and I’m not mad about that. I will say that the waiters gave me a bit of an attitude which I did not like, but they were good with water refills and checking in. The seats were not comfortable, but it wasn’t a deal breaker for me. They had cool music, but it wasn’t even Hispanic haha. Overall, I had a good experience and recommend El Carmen.“

“Actually, the most ridiculous experience I’ve ever had. I never want to drink at another bar ever again. I never even want to have another drink unless it’s at bar next-door. I will only drink here for the rest of my life. I will consider myself sober unless I’m having a night at bar next-door.“

“This is totally a hidden gem. Im glad I came across and finally got to enjoy. The vibe here was fantastic. Its a dark mellow fun atmosphere. Perfect for drinks and chatting. The staff was so friendly . One of the reason why this is such a great place to be able to still socialize while there music and other people is cus the surround system is vintage and was personalized to be played up high over everything which makes the place more comfortable. The food was marvelous wasn't expecting a Mediterranean twist but definitely loving it gave the food a special kick to the flavors . The combination of the spices and texture made the food amazing. I tried the steak and fries 10/10 and the shrimp roll be cause I love shrimp. And I loved them both . Personally I like dillso I was ok with the shrimp roll but for my ppl that dont like to try new thing I would recommend to stay away. The drinks were delicious. I had mexican can shots and Jennifer gray . Both I highly recommend. Also a mango cart cocktail but which was delicious also but it has a habanero taste to it thats not my favorite. But still enjoyed it. Something else I learned was the mixers are made natural from all the spices or fruits . Naturally extracted with also give the drinks that extra flavor. More natural and not processes. This is definitely a place to come and enjoy with friends. There was actually a birthday being celebrated and they show movies on a roll down projector this is event worthy for people looking to host an event here.“

“We’ve come here a few times and always enjoy ourselves. A lot of specialty IPAs and pretty decent prices on some of them. I had the black and blue heart cider and it was scrumptious. Nice and tart. It’s still a little sweet and a little effervescence. Love me a 7% ABV with a seltzer! Very cozy fun vibes. Comfortable bar seating as well as comfortable booth seating. Nice little outdoor patio and then an area to play games at your hearts content! Pool table inside ping-pong, table, and foosball table outside. Darts board games you name it very cozy couch and tables out on the patio as well. Partially covered. Alistair was very attentive to my friend, but didn’t seem to feel compelled to take care of me lol. A lot of fun eye candy on the walls. Vintage goodies. Will definitely be back.“

“This place is awesome, came for the World Cup but will be returning for the food, service and vibes. Mussels were so flavorful and filling. Grilled cheese and tomato soup paired nice. Fish and chip - drive are fresh and light, fish is so moist and light with little to no traces of oil. Drinks are heavy and great.

This is such a gem and I am so glad we spent the World Cup game here“

“We had a great time! Thank you for making it so special I.“

“Great atmosphere and the food was great!“

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