Best steaks in Downey Great music and the service is…read morealways on point!!!!! If you're ever in the city of downey this place is a must. They won't disappoint.

Everything was good EXCEPT the STEAK.. No... Seriously…read more This was probably the biggest steak disappointment I've had in a while. The place comfy, the ambience is dark and bar-like, the drink vibes look chill, I have no complaints about the service. The service was good and the staff was nice. All this makes the steak disappointment that much worse for me. We ordered Ribeye and Shrimp Salmon Lobster Mac and Cheese Asparagus Lobster Roll (Sushi) A drink from the bar The Steak.. The steak came served on a cast-iron skillet. I ordered it medium-well. It arrived a little more medium than usual, but that was not an issue. What disappointed me was the puddle the steak was sitting in. Traditionally said puddle is a mixture of butter, thyme, and whatever seasonings you used on the steak when cooking it. In this case, that puddle was flavorless. It really tasted like the steak was just sitting in a flavorless oil. The steak was very bland, very difficult to think someone could send out a piece of meat out like that, especially when you find out what it costs. It was not worth it and not worth the final tab unfortunately. Really wanted to find a steak W for Downey but I don't see myself being interested in this place again.

In order to honor Cinco De Mayo, with festivities that were okay for me, I went to Mandala Cantina…read morefor Latino beats and Loteria--- otherwise known as Mexican Bingo, which kind of takes the red, white and green flavor of the game. But quick understanding the term suffices. As I entered Mandala Cantina, I knew that I had stepped inside a vibe of Latin frenzy and buck--- it was replete with a sophisticated backyard boggie energy. Or in other words, the carne asada barbecue had adopted an elegant, glamorous and modern Talum motif that hit with bright mellow lights, beige beauty all around and a good time fueled by tequila shots and cocktails. I was sat at the bar, but I was warned that my sit would be bellow the regular bar line. So I sat alone, and I could look up at everyone else sat from by de-elevated sit. I was ok, I had arrived late, I was by myself with no reservation and on a whim, so I took my corner seat and did my best to forget that I sat below everyone's eye level. The party vibe was strong and palpable all across the bar. In fact, I have been to very few bars where the move was to sit, yet, the music and crowd almost demanded that we acted like we were on a club, but sitting down. More clearly, I wanted to move and dance but since there was no space, and we were playing Mexican bingo, we were implicitly required to sit and dance. For those who did not, the party still pulsed. There was this huge Cantaro (Mexican clay cup or vase) with six straws. So like a fishbowl drink that is commong in Tiki or Island theme bars, but in a large Mexican mug. This guy was moving it around while he was filmed in a way where he showed the drink for six like Mufasa showed Simba to the residents of Pride rock. So I am basically saying that all the people in the bar and crowd found a way to honor the old school hits of Reggaton and Banda that dominated the airwaves of the spot. I could not help but beat my head back and forth when Oye Mi Canto played and the lasers of the spot moved around wildly. In short, it was an experience that can be described as lit. The experience of game play was also electric. As soon as you entered, you were asked to pick a card from a large stack. You were also required to get some frijolitos-- small beans, that did not jump. I put all my beans into my card and removed them as my cards were called. I came close to winning, and maybe I did, but it was hard to focus amidst the noise and bop, so maybe I did win and did not register that one of my cards had been called so its frijolito remain on top of that square. Regardless, of the lack of victory I expeirenced I was still very happen I went here to celebrate Cinco De Mayo with appropriate festivities. After I soon sat, some tacos were placed in front of me. They were for my neigbor. I was honest and made them aware that they were not for me. After all a Mexico Hero-- Benito Juariez reminds us that respeto a lo ajeno es la paz. Or in other ways, respecting what is not yours equals peace.

If I could give 0 stars, I would. I'm honestly disappointed with how disorganized Mandala was…read moreduring the Mexico game on July 5, 2026. I've tried multiple times to call and speak to a manager about what happened, but after receiving no response, here I am leaving a Yelp review. This wasn't my first time at Mandala, but it will very likely be my last. I made my reservation the same day Mexico won and reservations opened. I reserved a table for 8 people at 3:45 PM, which was the maximum party size available. I arrived around my reservation time, definitely before 4:00 PM, and security directed me to wait in the line designated for guests with reservations. By around 4:30 PM, the reservation line had barely moved, yet I watched other people walk up, give their names, and be let inside. At the same time, I could clearly see two reserved tables for eight sitting completely empty.I finally asked one of the waitresses, "I reserved for 8 people, and I see those two tables are empty. May I ask what the hold up is?" She asked for my name, looked up my reservation, confirmed it was there, and then told me, "It was canceled." I asked, "What was the reason? I've been here." She replied, "You never checked in before 4:00 PM." Which in fact I did, and security even confirmed that I had arrived before 4:00 PM. Despite that, no one was willing to honor my reservation. At that point I told her, "Only three people from my party of eight are here. Can we just get a table for the three of us?" She spoke with another waitress, and they came back saying it would be standing room only. I asked, "Why?" Again, they referred me back to my supposedly canceled reservation. By now I was beyond frustrated. While they spent another five minutes trying to "figure something out," I continued watching people walk up, give their names, and immediately be seated. Meanwhile, the two reserved tables for eight were still sitting empty. Then I was told, "The best we can do is standing room at the bar, or you can stand anywhere in the restaurant with one of the cocktail tables, but there's a $100 minimum per person." That requirement was never advertised or mentioned when I made my reservation. I reminded her, "This isn't my first time here." She simply replied, "Or you can stand at the bar. No minimum." At that point, it was so close to game time that I just wanted to get inside. We were never greeted--menus were simply placed in front of us. And throughout all of this, those two reserved tables for eight remained empty. The biggest lie I heard all afternoon was, "We're at capacity." I must have heard that at least 10 times. If Mandala was truly at capacity, how were people continuously walking in without reservations and being seated? Why were guests with confirmed reservations turned away while empty reserved tables sat untouched? Thankfully, the game was delayed until 6:00 PM, which gave us enough time to leave and take our business elsewhere. This was poor planning, poor communication, misleading reservation practices, and some of the worst customer service I've experienced. I wasted my time, my gas, and what should have been an exciting afternoon watching the Mexico game with family and friends. I expected much better from a place I'd enjoyed before. Instead, I left feeling ignored, frustrated, and completely disappointed. I rest my case.

Great venue! Amazing bands. Highly recommend. The staff is always friendly, they have a full bar…read moreand food. Downtown Downey always has plenty parking.

Fantastic venue for live music! The intimate setting makes every show feel special. It's small…read moreenough that you can get incredibly close to the stage and really experience the performance up close, yet the layout still offers great views from all around the venue. It feels much more personal than a large concert hall, and you can truly connect with the band and the energy of the crowd. If you enjoy seeing smaller bands in a cozy atmosphere, this is definitely a place worth visiting. I'll be back for more shows!

I had the pornstar supernova and it has popping boba, and then the Bonita Appletini drink…read more For food we got the lamb empanada, hummus and the tostada del valle. Bri did all our drinks and was so attentive to when we needed our next round. The chefs Steven and Pete killed it with the food and flavor so on point. We even asked for more pita for this delicious Hummus ! I can't wait to come back. The ambience a bit dark which I loved it's way too bright and hot outside.

Had a great time!…read more From the greeter at the door to the bartender, we had an awesome time. Didn't get any food - we were stuffed - but the food sounded inviting. Nice atmosphere for talking and enjoying drinks.

Great time! For being a beer guy, Kevin might have changed my mind on mixed drinks. He opened up my…read morepallet to a whole new world. Amazing drinks!! Definitely coming back when he's behind the bar !!

Always love going to bar Louie, it's one of my favorite spots! Top worker there is Kenny for sure,…read morehe's definitely apart of the reason bar Louie is a go to place. 10/10 service and drinks!

This Restaurant Is Always Nice to Visit!(: Love the Music…read morePlaying! We Had A Party of 20 People Food Is Great & Never had an Issue. Our Waitress Was Super Nice and Always Checking On Us. I Didn't Get Her Name /: Sometimes It Does Get to Crowded

Ola, is a place I would go to frequently. I use to like the ambiance & the food. However, I went…read moreyesterday & walked out extremely disappointed. Our waitress, Ale didn't bother to check up on us until towards the end. Since no one was checking up on us, we asked another waitress, Paola for ketchup & sour cream. Paola, walked by various times & never brought it to us. I can understand if she forgot but it's hard to do so, since it was in the early morning & was not busy. Also, since she was walking by various times she could have asked if we're ok & or needed anything (in case she forgot). However, no one approached us. Ale, eventually brought us the sour cream and ketchup but we were basically done eating. I truly suggest to encourage their staff to be more attentive & friendly towards their customers. It will take some time to go back after this experience.

Great food, great service ...I have so pleased about their service.. absolutely outstanding ! We…read morewould like to sit in their patio side, you can feel the nice breeze here

Great food, beautiful atmosphere & a perfect spot for girl time!…read more I stopped by The Olive RestoBar in Downey with my friend Brittany after a busy day, and it ended up being the perfect place to unwind, catch up, and enjoy some good food and drinks. The atmosphere was beautiful and lively, and our service was great. We started with Mexican candy shots and tried a couple of their tequila cocktails, which were a fun way to kick off the evening. The food was definitely the highlight! They brought out their house green sauce with fresh bread, and that sauce was SO good. We also tried the Batata Harra, which had a nice kick but was packed with flavor. The *Filet Mignon Sliders with goat cheese** were easily one of my favorites. OMG! The combination was so good. We also ordered the Grilled Filet Mignon Kabob, chicken kabob plate, and steak plate with rice and a side salad. Everything we tried was flavorful and enjoyable. Overall, I had a really good experience here. Great food, good drinks, a nice atmosphere, and quality time with a friend. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu!

I've been coming here more often lately, and the service keeps getting better every visit. The…read moreGlenn has created such a welcoming atmosphere, and the bartenders are all friendly, attentive, and genuinely make you feel like a valued customer. I have to give a special shoutout to Alex. The level of service is outstanding--after getting to know me as a regular, he has my beer ready by the time I get to the bar. It's a small gesture, but it shows how attentive and personable he is. He always greets me with a smile, remembers what I like, and makes every visit feel effortless. Great drinks, great people, and excellent customer service. If you're looking for a place where you'll be treated like more than just another customer, this is it. Highly recommend!

So, back in the day when my good friend Jim owned this bar, it was classic, I think. It was the…read moreneighborhood bar, all of us old-timers walked to the local watt and it was great. Now, you've drug dealers in the bathroom selling their bullshit. Outside they offer you periqco, I have no idea what that is. Anyway, I don't do drugs, I learned from the people here... stay away from this place.