Pulled up for happy hour after work yesterday. Found this spot on Yelp. Found a parking spot around the corner in the residential neighborhood. The restaurant is beautiful and reminds me of being in Mexico. A Spanish theme and style. A lot of seating and it's also spacious with an outdoor patio that is open to the customers and also widely used for many event. Everything was clean from what I noticed. The music volume was tolerable as well as the selection of choice. Felt like I was on vacation for a min. A great spot to have drinks. A great to spot to meet up or even come for a date. The Melrose Mule was cool. Very refreshing like the bartender mentioned. It was different than the usual mules I get. And the Improved Whiskey was like having an Old Fashion and Whiskey Sour together. It did not disappoint. I also had an attentive bartender who had a good attitude. Didn't take long for him to make my drinks nor put in an order for a smash burger. The smash burger was acceptable. It was good, however, I was expecting something a little bit bigger in size. I like the presentation with it being wrapped in foil. It was cooked perfectly, it was hot and flavorful. No complaints other than the size. I wouldn't mind pulling back up for another happy hour when I'm back in the area. They have some more drinks I would love to try. read more

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I've always had an amazing time here but last night our waiter was so pretentious and rude. He had a terrible attitude all night and you can tell he was not in a good mood. Though it's okay to have off days, it is not okay to be annoyed at customers. I promise you we were not difficult at all and placed easy orders. It was only two of us. A bit disappointed in last nights experience as this was my go to place around home read more

Great ambiance and staff seemed to enjoy working there. Great tacos and margaritas. Good vibe and creative space. Enjoyed the back patio. Parking can be tough but it's LA so that's to be expected. read more

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I used to love it here, but in recent months, not so much. I went during the Halloween season and again last night, and both times the food menus were extremely lacking. One of my friends last night is vegetarian and there were no mains he could eat, and only a few of the starters. All of the dishes we got (the pasta, the steak frites, and the beets and burrata) were extremely small, especially for the price. During Halloween, there were only a few food items available at all, none of which were incredibly appetizing. Also during Halloween, my friend and I each got a drink in a fun tiki mug that was filled with 90% ice. This had been a go-to spot for me for years, but unfortunately, it's time to move on. read more

My second time coming here and this place just sucks. The ambiance is stiff, the service is terrible, but the food is okay. If I would've known this was the same place I would've declined the invite. The back patio has been closed both visits. read more

Food is really good and flavorful! Not typically a taco person I am blown away at the $5 taco! Each for $5 to $5.50 was not disappointing. Very filling and flavorful, the mess in the hands is worth it!! The chicken mole tacos also has some heat to it, not overwhelming but ads to the punch in your mouth. The vegan taco had lot of mushroom for you fungi lover. Service is a bit strange and slow. If it's not a reserved table you will have to order at the bar and food will be brought to you. If you make reservations, a sign will be on the table and you will be served. The patio stops taking reservations after 4:30. I recommend trying outside since the inside is really dark!! If you like it dark this is perfect. No librations for us, but if u like coffee get ready to be up as they are strong!! And no, they do not have decaf options, read more

Melrose Umbrella - Brussels, Chicken Mole Taco, Veggie Taco - Vegan, Chicken Tinga Quesadilla - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I get my hair done on Melrose and when I found out that my hairstylist had someone in their chair still, I decided to grab a drink and something to eat walked in was greeted. Very warmly made great conversation with the bartenders and I ordered the cactus prick man was it delicious... Service super quick ambience think old school library with a bunch of umbrellas Super Cool spot. I'm like wondering how I never knew that it was here so I ate the taco so fast it's like I literally inhaled it. You will miss this place. If you don't look for it it's kind of a hidden in your face spot, but don't make the mistake of passing it by.! read more

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I held my wedding & reception at Umbrella Co because it's iconic. Plain and simple. I coordinated the whole thing with Liz, who was exemplary. Chef Justin designed a whole Filipino menu for us, and everyone was raving about it. The staff served some tasty drinks via a custom menu. Service was excellent and vibes were vibing. What a perfect setting for an unforgettable party. read more

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I usually eat at Tacos Umbrella next door. This was a nice upgrade in terms of comfort and food selextion. They share the same kitchen, but a larger food menu and also serve cocktails. I had carne asada and al pastor tacos. It was good as usual. I've been eating this food for the past four years and I appreciate how consistant it has been. read more

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Came on a Saturday night for a drink (so granted it was busy) and immediately loved the vibe. The atmosphere is chill and it's nice and dimly lit with somewhat of a unique aesthetic compared to most places in LA which I appreciated. We were seated by the fireplace which was so cozy but what we had an issue with was the service. We were greeted pretty quickly once we sat down, ordered 2 drinks and a cup of fries and it took over 45 minutes for our drinks to arrive. I got the "Three sheets to the wind" and my boyfriend the "Irish goodbye". Both the drinks were pretty good. I'd come back just for the "Irish goodbye" which they don't tell you is a frozen cocktail but was still amazing. They gave us complimentary champagne which we didn't ask for and they comped the fries which we appreciated for the insane inconvenience of waiting 45 minutes for 2 simple cocktails. Honestly, I'd still come back and give another chance cause the drinks were really tasty and absolutely loved the vibe, just wish we'd had a better serving experience initially :) read more

Melrose Umbrella - "The Irish Goodbye" (right) "Three Sheets To Wind" (left) - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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What a disappointment. First time there and expected way too much. Had dinner reservations and were sat in the bar area. When requested a possible table change, the hostess showed her annoyance on her face and by her quick and curt reply, "we're completely booked." I get it. It's a "hot spot". But not even an apology or feigned effort to accommodate us. We looked around and there were plenty of other vacant tables. When our server came, I asked IF there was a cancelled or missed reservation at another table if we could take it. He too looked bothered by the request. We watched him go ask the same hostess and she scrunched her face and said, "I already told them..." yes, she already told us, my inquiry was IF by chance someone were to cancel, could we change tables. Anyways, after looking at the menu, it was mostly bar food--nothing I'd consider dinner. We left. Found a GREAT place one block north. They were packed, but very hospitable and accommodating. They allowed us to sit in a lounge-like area and provided table service. Umbrella should take note. Even if the answer is, "no," try not to be so nasty. We won't be back. But can't WAIT to return to the other place! read more

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Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon after brunch. It was soooo hot inside even with all the windows and doors open i couldn't stop sweating there was no airflow at all. Tables are sticky. Drinks are meh.... Nothing special tbh. I prob wouldn't come back unless I was walking by and wanted a quick bev. read more

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Atmosphere is amazing, the food and drinks were delicious, and the staff are fantastic.

We had a blast! It was a bit of after party of my husband's birthday and we got here to get a few drinks and snacks. First of all, how cool is the interior!! It had a gothic vibe and everything looked sophisticated yet very welcoming thanks to the bartenders making the best drinks ever and making you feel good about coming to the bar. I also loved the fact they had such good mocktail selection and it was very much elevated cocktail experience (not those sugary drinks with basic soda ingredients but actually very good rich in flavors items - I had nonalcoholic Negroni and it was phenomenal) Additionally, I think for the bar food it was pretty good! Normally you wouldn't expect much from the bar but here it was actually tasty. Well done team! Thank you again - we had the best time read more

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5/5 -- The Best Goodbye Party I Could've Asked For I had my going-away party at Melrose Umbrella Co. in October, and it was honestly perfect. All of my best friends showed up, and the whole night felt like pure magic -- the kind of night you remember forever. The vibe at Umbrella is already unmatched, but hosting an event there just takes it to another level. Huge shoutout to Dorian, who took incredible care of me and every single one of my guests. He made sure our drinks were flowing, everyone felt welcomed, and the energy stayed amazing all night. You can tell he truly cares about the experience, and it made the entire night feel special and effortless. The cocktails were top-tier (as always), the atmosphere was cozy and stylish, and the staff made us feel like we were celebrating in our own little world. I couldn't have picked a better place to say goodbye to LA. If you're looking for a spot with heart, soul, killer drinks, and people who actually care -- Melrose Umbrella Co. is it. A true LA gem. Five stars, no question. read more

This place is a hidden gem. It has such a beautiful atmosphere and vibe. My daughter and I came for lunch and we had the best fish and chips ever the fish was so tender. I couldn't believe it. Our waitress Shelly was super kind and her helper with glasses and a hat was also very helpful. I would highly recommend coming here. They have a really good menu. read more

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Popped in for brunch on a lark. Excellent menu, each item was clearly a well thought out item. Had the salmon bowl which was excellent! Service was focused, quick, and friendly--Ashley was great! read more

The bartender was slow to take care of the guest thy need to get a better service it's a expensive area

Great place to sit outside with friends! Service was good and brunch was very flavorful. The DJ and servers were great too.

I love this place :) It's my comfort bar! I love going here mid-day before they switch over to their dinner menu. I think their mid day food menu is better than their dinner menu, but their dinner menu is still good. Just less options! It's so cute on the inside, good vibes, well priced, great service and amazing cocktails. Fyi: Parking is fairly easy to find on the street but it does get tricky once 8pm rolls around because street parking switches over to permit-- so you can only park metered or valet. read more

The team behind the bar is what first brought us back time and time again as regulars and now as friends. The cocktails are beautifully balanced, the food is perfect for snacking and the ambiance is always on point--except when the bubble machine makes an appearance. Weekend DJs consistently set the right vibe and keep the energy up. Perfect for an afternoon beverage or an evening third date. Thank you George, Teddy, Zach and Henry. read more

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Came here late on a Sunday night as nothing else nearby was open. The vibe was lively and the decor with umbrellas on the wall and vintage items was really cute. There is a nice back patio but it was closed for the winter. I had an espresso martini and chicken tacos which were both well done. However the service was pretty awful, it felt like a self-serve fast food restaurant. We were a group of 5. No one greeted us. We were told to just sit wherever and order at the bar. We found 2 small tables and pushed them together. We waited for someone to clear the dirty glasses and napkins from previous guests, but no one did. Eventually we cleared the table ourselves... We ordered our drinks at the bar. They would not allow us to pay separately and we had to start a tab, fine. We ordered our food from the bartender as well. We wanted water. No one came to serve us. Eventually, I found large pitchers of water and clean glasses by the kitchen so I grabbed them myself and brought them to the table. it was busy so we didn't want to rush them, we just kept an eye on the bar to wait for our drinks to come out (the bartender told us he wouldn't bring the drinks to us, we have to come to the bar to get them). We waited more than 15 mins and none of our drinks were ready which was weird. Later, going to the washroom, my friend noticed all our drinks were sitting by the side of the bar. No one told us that is where we have to go collect them. Because the drinks had been sitting there for 15+ minutes, the ice had started to melt and some drinks became watered down :( After a long time the tacos came out (for once the tacos were actually brought to our table...) but without napkins. We had to flag someone down for napkins. Honestly, the whole thing was quite commical by that point... Also there are just 2 single stall washrooms and one of them had no hand soap, EW... So I had to go in the men's one (has a urinal and smelled SO BAD in there). This place is really nice inside and the food/drinks were actually good, but the lack of service and cleanliness really took away from the experience :( Hopefully they were just having an off night... read more

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Seems like they were having an off day... Our group of three arrived around 2pm and it was not busy at all, so we were able to pick our own spot on the back patio. Patio is super cute, but bar service was super slow. We met up thinking we could get tacos, but tacos aren't on the brunch menu on Sundays. Thankfully we were allowed to order some, but our choices were limited to chicken tinga and beef. What we ate and drank were good, but will only go back and stay as long as we did if service speeds up. read more

Good ambiance and great food, service was quick and very polite, the place is really cute inside, perfect for having a nice talk and enjoy couple drinks read more

It's a really good bar with one of the best designs of all time. It looks very old fashioned like a time capsule very good drinks as well.

I LOVE this place. It's spooky, intimate, and opens up to a really cool grotto/courtyard. I've been during Halloween time and the way they decorate it makes my heart sing! I recently took my boyfriend and we got some drinks which were good (though nothing too insanely different than other places) but the food! The popcorn chicken was ridiculous, the French onion wagyu burger to die for and the wings were insane! Staff is always very kind, even if they're overwhelmed. Love it here! Perfect neighborhood place. read more

Great ambiance and service. Enjoyed the St Nick's, Eggnog and Ghost. Will definitely be back. read more

Melrose Umbrella - Holiday drink menu - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I watched umbrella academy and when I showed up to this place I knew they were going for the look- according to the bar tender the Netflix show had the "after party" here. I hear that this bar was here prior to the show too. Either way, fun place but the drinks were mediocre. Grab your seats moment you walk in no one comes to get you. Service was good, they were attentive. I would probably not come back. read more

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Lovely ambiance. Dim lights with great music playing. Very much gives English pub. I LOVED my drink, "The Irish Goodbye". Sweet and fruity. Great spot for a date or get together. Wasn't too crowded, and felt like a hole in the wall, low-key spot. read more

Melrose Umbrella - The Irish Goodbye - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I LOVE MELROSE UMBRELLA!! One of my favorite work, eat, drink, hangout spots in the area. George is the absolute best and makes amazing drinks every time. I usually get the shrimp burrito bowl but I tried the grain bowl with steak and wow absolutely delicious. So flavorful. The crispy Brussel sprouts mixed with the salad and avocado and steak blend so well together with flavor and texture. I was surprised how full I got from this bowl. This is such a fun place to people watch and I enjoy the music they play. A great go-to spot from day to night! read more

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The Umbrella has become my go-to spot for just about everything -- from grinding out some work to catching up during happy hour or setting the tone for a perfect date night. It's vibes. Impeccably moody and effortlessly cool. The service is top-tier every single time. I used to keep this gem to myself, but it's too good not to share. The food is bomb, the atmosphere is unmatched, and the staff makes you feel like a VIP. Whether you're looking to unwind or impress, The Umbrella delivers. Thank me later. read more

Good ambience and vibe. Staff is nice. Went here during the day and it still felt great! Fries were lovely! read more

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Had found out about the place while reading about it on a Southwest Airlines flight, and decided to check it out after returning to LA. A cool venue with nods to the Prohibition Era, from the bar being unmarked from the outside, to the 13 Umbrellas on the wall for each year of the Prohibition. I've always enjoyed an Old Fashioned, and usually order them when out at about. Was delighted to read that Melrose Umbrella Co. specialized in variations of the cocktail. We tasted about four of them and was not disappointed, will be returning! read more

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The food was great. Not fixated on one cuisine. We got chips and guac, burgers and tiki drinks. The service is friendly but we were forgotten a bit and there wasn't many people when we came. The ambiance is great you should choose the back patio it's great makes you feel like your in your friends back yard drinking and talking with your friends! read more

Love this place! The ambiance, the music, parking is a nonissue... The service from Voyt & Chelsea was excellent. They were attentive, helpful, and friendly. Love the drinks & tator tots. I hear the burgers are good too. Next time! read more

The server did put in the order for the food incorrectly but my friend and I didn't care that much as we were starving from walking all day. The food surprisingly really good. Will try to convince friends to do a girl's night here has the restaurant is very cute for pictures. read more

Love this place right on Melrose where all the action is! The food is great. I meet up with different friends there and they all fall in love. Avocado toast & breakfast sandwich are my favs. Service is fast and friendly even being so busy most of the time. The back patio is backyard party style. Fun and lively. Bar inside is cozy. The front patio is great for people watching. My friends enjoyed a boozy brunch and loved it! Totally recommend stoping in if your on Melrose- read more

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Adorable place to get drinks with a group! We came on a Saturday night around 8pm and couldn't believe how much space there was. Must have beat the crowds. We found a table on the patio out back with a couch and in front of the fire place. Love the decor and the open sky light to look at the sky - I wish we had stars! Good music, tons of plants, clean bathrooms, easy parking, and a good selection of cocktails (they are about $18 each). read more

Melrose Umbrella - Patio - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Fantastic for bdays!! Seating - They have an area in from that includes a small space near the bar and outdoor patio space for prob 25-30 ppl. Then there's the back room which is prob suitable for 50 people. We were in the back with the couch near the fireplace, table chairs and another table. We had a groups of 15 and it worked. Ambience - lighting is on the dim or softer side. Mood is chill LA casual sexy. Brick metal wood architecture history type vibes. Reminds me of what could have been a speak east or library back on the day. Service - fantastic! Our waitress gave us the history of the place, plus the taco spot next door that is connected. They're attentive, Food - got the carne asada, pork and shrimp tacos! Delish! Drinks - they make a very good Penicillin. read more

Melrose Umbrella - Penicillin was great! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I really wish I could have given this place a better review but so many things were sold out. I ordered a drink from the drink specials. The waitress came back, it was sold out. Ordered the next drink from the drink specials. Sold out. Ordered a third drink, it was actually pretty good. Ordered the impossible burger. Sold out. Unfortunately not many options for vegans, but the veggie tacos were pretty tasty. read more