Such a cool spot. You walk downstairs to get to this bar off Spring. It provides a bit of a…read morespeakeasy feel. The bar is dark but great energy at the same time. The bar tender made it a point to greet and feel every patron walking in feel at home. Very welcoming and friendly. They do not have food here, but they welcome outside food and will gladly provide recommendations. Lots in the area to choose from. This little gem is one we will be coming back to.

The nicest bartender/owner and great priced drinks! Cute little spot to stop by before seeing a…read moreshow at the Globe.

Drinks are very strong, tasty, and inexpensive. Definitely a dive bar with a vintage contemporary…read moreart deco LA vibe. We recommend the amaretto sour. There is a few pool tables and a nice outdoor patio area. They had an amazing photo booth with My Little Pony and girls night out girls coated photo strips. Also the bartenders were very friendly, helpful, and attentive. We got a midori sour, amaretto sour, dirty Shirley, and green tea shots for my group.

This place has decent drinks, decent music, and a trash crowd…read more Witnessed a fight go down, where a man was literally beating a woman and no one, (security included) stepped in. In fact, security or bar staff chose to close the door instead of calling the cops or even attempt to intervene. I understand what happens on "the streets" is technically off-site, but these people were exiting this trash bar and yet the staff took no responsibility to the mess that was taking place in front of their door. I did not know any of the people fighting, but it was very evident that no one cared to protect the woman. I couldn't believe that the same men who check your ID and make sure you aren't bringing in "a water bottle" can stand there and watch a fight to that level happen. F this place.

I like the space a lot! It's dark, vintage-y and kind of strange how big it is. There is a long bar…read morewith a bunch of stools and some boths available for larger groups. Came here for Abba Night one Saturday and another time for a drink before hitting up Terragram Ballroom. Drinks are cheap, which is my favorite thing about this place. But I had to dock 1 star for the service. Was here the other day and was met by a grouchy bartender behind the bar. The bar wasn't even packed but she obviously refused to serve me and my friend. I tried to make eye contact and tried to do a subtle-and-friendly wave to let her know I was ready to order. But she kept avoiding me! And everyone had already been helped except me....and I heard her tell the other bartender that she didn't like that I was waving at her. Am I missing something here?...is that rude or some unspoken rule at Monty Bar? Well, whatever. Apparently I offended her. Fine, don't take my money. But thank you to the other bartender who did serve me cheap whiskey to help me forget about the trouble. (Judging from other reviews, yep, probably the same girl on Friday nights) Note that it takes forever to order a drink on dance nights like Abba Night. This is normal though because it gets CRAZY, so no stars docked for that! Just a warning!

Wondered in here after the Lords of Acid show at the Teragram Ballroom. There was a flyer that said…read morethe after party was here. I would've never even knew this place existed because outside it looks small and unassuming, but inside it's super cool! This place is really spacious inside and goes far back. It looks like it was untouched from when it was built (looks 100 years old) and when we went it definitely had a gothic saloon vibe. I would DEFINITELY go back for drinks or for any of the club nights. We found a booth and were chilling there for a bit before we decided to leave and get food. If you're looking for a dark space to drink with friends, Monty is the spot!

Hey, are you even 21??…read more I'm gonna need to see some ID before I can let you enter... (Moments later) You can't possibly be 21, you were born in 2005... (Counting backwards on my fingers) Oh. My. God, I'm getting old!!!! ---------------------------- Alright now that we got that out of the way.... Listen up, & Listen up Good. Cause Tonight, Tonight, I'm setting the Bar straight! Now,.... Make sure to hang onto your ID, stay plenty hydrated & be ready to pace yourself... Cause we are about to Hit the bar running and go full throttle with some virtual bar hopping. But first, let's see just how many styles of bars there really are. -Ahh the classic, no-frills Dive Bar -The Cocktail Bar/The Martini Bar -The Sports bar, The BeerGarden -The Pub, The Tavern, The Biker Bar (make sure you wear your best leather pants) -The Hotel Bar, The Rooftop Bar, The Lounge -The Night Club, The Comedy Club, The Karaoke Bar -The Tiki Bar, The Wine Bar -The hidden Speakeasy (my personal Fav.) And of course, where even at 8am there's no judgement passed... -The Airport Bar. Speaking of Traveling... Bonus: Consider yourself lucky if your hotel room just happens to have a well-stocked mini bar. (These are getting fewer and fewer as I travel) Yeah, each bar listed above has its own vibe, and depending on your mood, your own individual style or even what kind of night out on the town you are looking to have... The type of bar you choose is important. But sometimes, the Bar Chooses You! Bar Magnolia quietly enters the chat. It was October 11th, 2025 and my wife & I just checked into Hotel Figueroa in DTLA. (EPIC REVIEW Coming Soon!!!) While we were waiting for our room to be ready, we decided to check out the Hotel Bar Lounge... First thought, Color me Impressed! High ceilings, Natural lighting, classy decor, comfy couches... Yeah, take your time with that room, we'll wait! So we plopped down onto their sofa, waited for a cocktail menu, and let the "we left the kids at home with Grandma; let's enjoy being kid-free for the night begin". $18.00 cocktails....Lets Goooo!! Looking back at the Photos, I can't exactly recall what we ordered... Was it a whiskey sour? Was it a paper plane?? Honestly, Who cares! They tasted great. I was sitting across from a beautiful woman. And we were responsibly adulting. What more could a guy ask for?? I'm glad you asked! After a long car ride in, sipping on water, then the first few sips of my cocktail, I suddenly had to go... Luckily, the restrooms are located just adjacent to the bar area and DAMN are they clean!! Hey, if a bar restroom is well taken care of, you know the place has Class.... And Bar Magnolia has the Class to Match! Of course, there is bar stool seating at the bar... (I usually prefer sitting at the bar as there's always some great stories to be heard and when it time to order another round, you can literally just cut out the... Middle Man (Aka waiting for your server to come check back in) In addition to the bar top stools, there are also low top tables, and a few couch-chairs with a low top table for more intimate conversations. Besides those $18 craft cocktails, a short, well Curated list of bubbles, vino and draft beers are all up for grabs. Unfortunately, we had stopped to eat before we arrived (bad move on our part), but next time, and THERE WILL BE A NEXT TIME, we will definitely partake in their food menu (cause damn, did it look GOOD!) So whether you are a guest of Hotel Figueroa, you are leaving the Crypto Arena after a concert and want to paint the town red, or you are simply just wanting to sit, relax and enjoy a nice cocktail at a classy, upscale, but not so pretentious Cocktail Lounge... Bar Magnolia is your place! Well, it's almost closing time, they are about to call for Last Call, so order us another round, bottoms up and Cheers to us!!!

Came to Bar Magnolia on a Friday evening specifically for happy hour, which their website clearly…read moreadvertises as Monday-Friday. Once there, I was told happy hour is only Monday through Thursday. I pulled up their own website and showed it to the server. The response? A shrug. No apology, no explanation, no effort to make it right. This is straight-up false advertising, and the lack of accountability made it worse. If you're going to change your happy hour, update your website and train your staff to handle it professionally. I shouldn't have to argue with a bar over their own posted information. Won't be back.

Okay, so I'm biased cause my son's band, Institutionalized, just recently played here, but I got to…read morespend a lot of time hanging and talking with the booker, the owner, and his wife, and they are all super cool people. Me and the owner, who also does the sound, had almost the exact same interests and favorite bands. It was like meeting a new best friend. In addition, you can usually find street parking, and all the meters are broken so you don't even have to pay. LOL! There is a lot there that is cheap, too if you need to pay. There is a downstairs with a bar and upstairs is the other bar with the stage. The owner is a drummer in a band, just like my son, and thanks to that they have an amazing house kit and the guy does excellent sound. It's a small, comfy space. Drinks were outstanding. The owner and bartender make some amazing cocktails. The crowd was great for a Metal Monday night. Can't wait to have my boy play here again! Definitely a place worth checking out in Downtown LA! And follow the booker on IG - Blasphemy Made LA, as they do a bunch of shows here. It's a good chance if you like metal or punk or hardcore that you will catch a great up and coming band.

The Slipper Clutch is an absolute gem in DTLA! Located right around 4th and Broadway, this spot has…read morea phenomenal, nostalgic rock/synth-punk vibe. Whether you're stopping by for a drink, catching one of their DJs, or looking for live music, the environment always delivers.

Actually enjoyed being here for the night. Would came back…read moreagain. Bartenders are attentive & music was great.

Bar CDMX is a very nice bar to be at! If you've ever been to Mexico City this place really captures…read morethe essence of being there. The drinks are nicely crafted and reasonably priced. The service is also quick and the staff are friendly. What I didn't like about this location is that it was too packed for comfort. I don't think it's their fault that they are that popular but the bar can do a better job of limiting people so that it's not a nightmare to even move around in there. They do play good Spanish music as well but its just too packed for it to be enjoyable. I also think its great that they are serving tacos near the entrance. I'd like to return at a time that is not so packed so I can get the full experience.

tamsen was an amazing server she made my entire night i will be coming back. loved the thank me in…read morethe morning drink. i woke up this morning and said "thanks". good vibe. would come back again.

shoo shoo baby was so fun. my friends and i went on a monday night, so we weren't expecting much,…read morebut we had a blast. the staff was so friendly and helpful, especially marc, one of the bartenders. marc was super funny and personable, despite being busy the whole night. he made me a cocktail based on what i told him i was looking for in a drink, and it was so tasty (i forget what it was called though so definitely have to go back to ask him). the music was also such a vibe. i believe one of the djs playing that night was named ej and he did a great job picking the music. shoo shoo baby is such a great bar for someone that's look for a chill but fun time.

We recently hosted our first cocktail party in LA, and Dave from Prank was an absolute angel. He…read moresupported us from start to finish, offering thoughtful suggestions on how to make the event even more unique and special. I had many questions, and both he and his team addressed every single one with patience, care, and attention to detail. It's clear that Dave was born to host events! That level of guidance makes all the difference when you're nervours... that patience and guidance it's exactly what you want in a venue partner. Prank was an excellent choice for our event. The location is fantastic, the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, and the drinks and food were outstanding. Thank you so much. We will absolutely recommend Prank and keep it on our radar for future events in LA.

Living a block away from this spot, we always noticed it was live during games and usual night life…read moretime. We've dined at Prank for brunch and I'll say it was alright -- nothing too crazy. I didn't have too high of expectations because I just knew of the spot mainly as a bar.