Walking down Grand Ave in Downtown Los Angeles, is there a more dreary and lonely place to be? I needed the fresh air, as fresh as you can get it in downtown. I needed to leave the small confines of luxury apartment living and not only taste the fresh air but taste the last dying beats of a once wonderful city, where the star was not the blocks and blocks of homeless people who have been willfully ignored by the "brave leaders" of current day Gotham City. But, one must always try to lean toward optimism and avoid the bottomless pit of despair. So, on the bright side I was about a hundred feet from Hank's Bar. Familiar and comforting like a kind neighbor from a forgotten time.... the 80's or 90's. This neighbor was not always home when you knocked on their door. But when they were home they welcomed you with open arms, making you feel better and safer. Sometimes they even offered you food. Well Hank's and this "long-ago" neighbor are one and the same. Hank's isn't always open when you need them but when they are the drinks are stiff, the company is fascinating and oddly comforting. And if you're lucky there are hotdogs and popcorn available free of charge. Besides, we're neighbors and sometimes neighbors share. Stay positive and curious my friends.... read more

Cool spot, great drinks and pretty cheap. Had a couple drinks here, made some friends and the bartender was really inviting too. She's in some cool band. The red light inside is cool too, gives it a more upscale dive feel. read more

Hank's Bar - Cool spot - Dive Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I loved walking from meetings in downtown to Hank's bar to grab a Manhattan with coworkers! We would plan our visits for when Nenna was bartending because she is charming as all get out and engaged everyone at the bar so that we all became friends by the time we headed out. Although they don't serve food, there is an Indian restaurant a few steps away that you could grab take out from and eat in the bar. This is the only bar that I actually made friends with 'regulars' and thereby became one myself. Hank's would sometimes bring pizza in for the patrons which was much appreciated. Super down to earth bar, and the customers are the best! read more

Love this bar... Stillwell Hotels bar Stillwell 115 years old. People are friendly and drinks are strong! A have to visit if you are visiting downtown read more

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It's... fine... I like the dark environment, good music choice but the prices are ridiculous, especially considering this is a dive bar. Granted, based on the few customers I saw, I'd say the customer base is early to late twenties living off of daddy's money exploring what it's like to live in a urban area because it makes them feel cool. $9 for a bottle of Modelo is ridiculous. The Sheraton up the street charges $8, and at happy hour, it's $6. How is an upscale hotel cheaper? Whole Foods, also up the street is cheaper even. So dive experience, luxury bar prices. No real personality either here. read more

This place rules. Dark, Dirty and delicious! Dark wood, dim lights and friendly staff. read more

Dive bar in downtown LA open late. If you want to wet your whistle after a late night then this is your spot. Not the worst not the best. read more

Hank's Bar - Dive Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is one of those hidden gems stuck somewhere in the no man's land of downtown LA. The interior is old school decor that's dark and has a nice vibe. The music that they play is top notch and not loud. If my girl told me this is the best dive bar ever, then you know it must be nice. read more

Hank's Bar - Monday shenanigans 2022 - Dive Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great spot. Hope it stays open. The bartender was amazing. She made the experience better. No food but tons of options around to bring in. Dive bar at its best. Dark and intimate read more

Good food, strong drinks, amazing locals. . Mari is awesome and the heart beat of this fun LA bar scene. Come visit enjoy the drink and stay for the staff Little Los Angeles gem! read more

Love this place. Arcy and Mari are both great, and the vibe is always laid back. Solid spot to watch a game too.

I'm a very busy business woman. I've been extremely busy lately and decided to come with me roommate. We had such a fun time. Mari was friendly, did her job perfectly and was extra kind. The place was clean and operating splendidly. We had our shots, fun, and good conversation. read more

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Ended up here with a friend on a whim; this bar felt out of LA, the most friendly, divey place. We talked to people at the bar; the bartender was so sweet, her friends came by and they were chatting; and we made a friend and continued the night at other bars in the area. Haven't had a night like that in far too long. Hank's feels like a real neighborhood place, with real people, who just want to chill. read more

Because Hanks. Is always classy place to unwind with friends after a long day at work food is always good and served with a good vibe.

Cook spot. Cool people. Awesome Bartender named Arcelia! Will definitely comeback! Parking was easy. read more

My husband and I were spending the evening downtown after a concert and stumbled upon Hank's. We were looking for a low key place to get drinks and Hank's was perfect. The bartender Mari was amazing. She was so funny and friendly. We had such a great time and will be back next time we're visiting LA. read more

Always a good time! Very nice bartenders! Beautiful building! There drinks and michis are delicious

Good ol' HANK's! My go-to dive bar in downtown that is very low-key, very small and very chill. Arcee is the coolest and the drinks are strong. Did I mention they have a jukebox that plays all the jams? Probably my favorite part, especially because it's never crowded and I can listen to my fav songs in peace. Long live Hank's. read more

A great place for a secret rendezvous like your first meeting for a tinder date. This place has good drinks, fabulous atmosphere and excellent parking. The bartender knows her stuff. read more

Hank's Bar - And this is just the beginning ... - Dive Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Easily one the dingiest, too small, heavy handed pours, with only bar stools for maybe 8 people, some standing room, not recommended for "brunch or drinks with friends". ALL TIME LA FAVORITE. DRINKERS BAR. In the lobby of some ol' LA hotel where you can have expected Richard Ramirez o live down the hall from some dude named "tip-toe". Stay from here if LA scares you, otherwise come to Hanks and have a ton of boozes TIP: order drinks not a fkn science experiment, i.e. Jack/coke, ect.. read more

(Drank 01/24/17 TU @ 6:45pm): If you hankered for a place to chill while you sucked down libations and got away from it all...then this dive bar was for you! I arrived in Downtown L.A. surprisingly early for a meeting nearby, so I thought I'd kill some time - and a bit of my liver - at an old haunt...Hank's Bar. I've been a lover of dive bars before I was even legal to drink (that's a story for another time!), so was my interest still held at this no-nonsense watering hole!?: Newcastle Brown Ale Beer 4.7% ABV ($5.00) - A 12 fl. oz. bottle, this creamy brown brew had a light/medium body, no-known head, a nutty nose, followed by a weak coffee malt toffee palate, a flat watery finish, and a slight sweet aftertaste. This was a simple "ever-person" kind of beer always good in a pinch https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=EbX3-cBl-gsUWtseNspSsQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Dos Equis Special Lager Beer 4.3% ABV ($5.00) - A 16 fl. oz. draft, this pale yellow brew had a light body, thin head, a faint malty nose, followed by a weak grainy palate, a vapid finish, and a slight bitter aftertaste. Certainly not the best of beers, but with an extremely limited tap selection this was their "best" to offer https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=nBzQyJGcdlTmKKlhzMesog&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Service - Pretty painless and seamless. I entered through the side door that connected to a shared hallway/lobby of the Stillwell Hotel and was greeted by a cheerful woman bartender as I made my way to a corner seat at the bar in front of a TV. She quickly approached, took my order - and then another - before I had to skedaddle. I wasn't expecting much, but what I got was just right! Parking (Varied; FREE this instance) - I went Metro and got off at the 7th St. Red Line Staton. Otherwise, there was a paid lot next door as well as many throughout the city, as well as metered parking along the main drag of Grand Ave. and all surrounding streets (most are valid until 8pm). Atmosphere, décor, ambience - Your typical dive bar seemingly filled with locals and those who simply needed a drink, a medium-length bar lined with stools https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=uIhG17jhwNj76UkLe8joyg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw, random tables and chairs, and cushioned "fleather" booths towards the back. The place was dark with barely-glowing globes of electric ceiling and wall lights, and absolutely no natural lighting unless the front door was kept open. There were plenty of promotional sports banners and posters which hinted at a sports bar feel. There were several muted TVs https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=xmWODnE52sUrnTsdmrE3jQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw and a jukebox that blared background music. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=bkbThYc-cF6yA-HX9NVkzA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Attire - Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. Overall, it was nice to return to Hank's Bar which was one of the last remaining true dive bars in the area! The familiar charm and comfort was still there for me albeit a bit "cleaned-up" from what I remembered. The prices were a touch higher than I expected...or maybe not since this part of DTLA has gotten more expensive over the years. Mostly a liquor joint, there was an unimaginative selection of bottled beers and an embarrassing three taps of third-tier beer. Alas, as with most dive bars this was a nice place to duck-and-hide from your troubles and the world outside. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $10.00 BEFORE any discounts or tip). And, although they accepted credit cards, not mine of choice...AMEX! 4.0 STARS read more

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I'm writing this review solely on THIS bartender. I have came here in the passed 13 years. I am local in dtla. My family and I have known the bartenders and partner of this bar. There has never been an issue regarding My Service dog who has been here for over 8 years. I tried to explain how I've been here numerous times and know the pet process and actually have an area im allowed to be at with my dog. Instead of hearing me out and explaining my situation which " Tina " the head of the bar understands and knows me. I have this trashy Bartender yelling at me and having the security guard shine a light in my face so I couldn't see. She should be fired and dealt with for not being professional. Ive never with this disrespect at this bar and she is horrible for the image of hanks. Which says a lot since it's a local dive bar. If ever see this bartender expect disrespect, trash and unprofessionalism. For god stake if you bartend at a bar know the laws! I hope management deals with her and takes out the trash. read more

Hank's Bar - Unprofessional Bartender. Doesn't know the Service dog and owner rights. Needs to be fired and should not represent Hanks bar! - Dive Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Someone edited their hours to midnight to 2am. Not very nice. They're open around 5ish to 2am. Fix it help! This place is great!

Absolutely love this place! Came here with my boyfriend after the Clippers game and it was the perfect spot. Pretty small, super divey, such a great vibe. Juan was our bartender and he was a really cool and friendly guy. I'll definitely be back anytime I'm downtown. read more

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This is the most classic downtown dive bar, I love it, it's super friendly and super down to earth. read more

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Cool old school bar in DTLA that feels like a neighborhood joint. The bartender was a very nice lady that felt like she was the "bar mom" and the crowd was diverse in age, LBGTQ+ etc and it felt like a super safe environment, and I don't always feel safe in DTLA. it's definitely a hole in the wall, attached to a hotel so you have to go into the hotel to use the bathroom, but the hotel staff knows what's up and they are very nice too. 4 stars instead of 5 because I wish all bars have food. This place is too small to have a kitchen, so it's not their fault, but I can only hang for a few hours without food. read more

This place is super chill and great music. Also you can bring food in from next door or even Uber eats food. read more

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Too dark to see much at all. Food is offsite. Only a few rando old guys inside. Wait staff wasn't very attentive.

Great drinks. The bartender lady makes the best drinks. Love the ambiance! Great service! read more

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I don't remember much of the night, but enjoyed the time we spent here Saturday after the LA Beer Fest. String drinks and good atmosphere.

I love this bar! It's super lowkey, the room is dark and cozy and surprisingly the booths are very comfy lol the drinks are really good for the price and bartenders are always so nice! read more

Pretty nice ambience. Quiet and lounge worthy. I had simple drinks like a Long Island and a lemon drop and they were the best I've ever had. Pretty decent price too. It gives off that old LA vibe with the decor and nice red lighting. The bartenders are super friendly. More geared toward an older crowd but great sports bar also nonetheless read more

Hanks bar is a perfect dive bar favorite. For any local that gets tired of the loud, overly priced, "trendy" spots in downtown are sureee to find Hanks a relief (which is how I feel). Sometimes you just want to go be a normal person and get drunk without a bunch of judgy, vaping, tourists, am I right? It reminds me of the first bar I worked at many years agoi- you generally walk in to a few regulars sitting there, who may, or may not have been sitting there all afternoon? Then you join them, get hungry and order delivery. What could be better? Love it here. Low key/low maintenance, cool staff, reasonably priced, and always surrounded by good company. read more

Hanks--New! Monday night Karaoke! Get your drink on and get your song on! After 3 or 4 drinks, evrybody sounds like they are an American Idol! It's a lot of fun and shocking GOOD talent! read more

Hank's Bar - Fun with the lively locals at Hanks - Dive Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Best Dive Downtown Nothing can beat free popcorn, a good jukebox, football on TV, a bottle of cold berr accompanied with a glass of whiskey I guess. It is a great dive to hit at a weeknight with friends. Just make sure that you are not going to wake up early the next day... * Downtown LA pretty much stinks, but Hank's really is a bright spot. Thanks read more

Owner (?) plays their own music instead of the songs people pay for in the jukebox

After walking past this bar many many times we decided to finally go in, great decision! The drinks are great of course and the bartender was super friendly, that's not usually the case at local bars, typically the bartenders are rude to anyone that's not a regular. Not here, the girl was awesome. Drinks are reasonably priced, atmosphere is chill and the regulars are friendly as well. If you want a quick drink or to throw back a few in a great local bar, this is the place to go!! We will be back for sure! read more

Hank's Bar - Dive Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Hanks's is one of the only real dive bars left Downtown (assuming Campers' Corner is a little too much of a dive for most people.) Other folks have aptly described the place, so I'll just say it's perfectly safe, perfectly cheap (by DT standards) and rarely packed. It's the kind of place where all sorts of people who normally don't meet will collide at the same bar. The wheelchair-bound senior, some blue collar workers, a random guy in a suit, a couple of 20-somethings from USC, and newer DT residents looking for something quite, quite different than 7 Grand or Silo or the Parish. King Eddy's was/is another fav dive (it's changed; although not as much as I feared.) Cole's was/is a fav (way back when it was a dive, and still now, when it's not.) And R.I.P. Craby Joe's (you were a lovely nuisance bar, and there is nothing left like you.) Hank's, please hang in there. You're like one of my favorite toasts: Here's to us, and those like us. Damn few left! read more

Update: Props to T-Bone, the bartender. A hell of a gal, who is always looking out for you. A throwback to the lost art of bartending... a conversationalist AND a libation-pourer. If this was the Overlook Hotel, she'd be my Lloyd. And to the bat-shit crazy resident of the Stillwell who ventured into the bar and flashed me his bra... your chest was bird-like and hairy, and the bra was black, ugly, and utilitarian... but GODDAMNIT, you wanted to show me. Thank you for making Hank's the zoo that it is. read more

I literally never had a worse experience at a Bar in my life. I am a very well traveled and have been to many bars,and never once have I been barked at to show my ID and then immediately been told to move my seat for a regular customer. I have lived in downtown for 10 years and frequent the neighborhood, this was the most disappointing experience and I've ever had. If you want to have a good time with friends, do not come here. read more