This is the kind of spot that reminds me of the good old days of LA. The Arts District is so special and this location puts you right in the heart of it all. Little Tokyo is literally a block away, and the surrounding streets are lined with galleries, murals, and that unmistakable creative energy that makes this neighborhood one of the best in the city. I absolutely love how livable the whole area feels. The sidewalks are wide, clean, and easy to navigate. The views from the area are stunning too, with that classic downtown LA skyline framing everything perfectly. Parking, which I always brace myself for in this city, was a genuine surprise! I found a spot quickly with room to spare. For anyone who's driven through downtown on a Friday night, you know that alone earns a star. Inside, the staff was genuinely friendly and helpful. The menu impressed me with how many vegan and vegetarian options were available, and as someone who doesn't drink, I was really happy to find a solid selection of nonalcoholic drinks. It's rare that a bar puts that kind of thought into their NA menu, and it made me feel just as taken care of as everyone else at the table. The space itself matches the neighborhood perfectly: stylish without being pretentious, with a vibe that feels equally suited for a casual lunch or a night out. Can't wait to come back. read more

This was the worst service I've ever received. There were only four of us and a few people at the bar. We sat down and they took our drink orders and it took literally 30 minutes to get all of our drinks. They were talking to their friends at the bar and completely forgot my drink order entirely. One of the drinks was super cool and smoky. That was neat. The food was yummy, but they brought the appetizer out with one entrée and then the rest of the entrées came later. It was very strange. We had to hunt somebody down to get plates for our appetizers. And then they never bought the check. Finally, we asked for our check and left. I would never go here again. read more

Went for a quick lunch on a Saturday, got seated right away. The space is beautiful and service was great as well. We got bloody mary - which was delicious. However, I wish the breakfast burritos was with chorizo and extremely greasy. I could only finish half of it before getting nauseous :( It was good but please somehow make it less greasy. read more

Bar Americano - Delicious bloody mary - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here on a whim, my husband and I were nearby and wanted a laid back place. We sat at the bar and Christopher was our server. He was friendly, provided good suggestions and was a pleasure chatting with! My husband had the chicken tostada and I had braised short rib. We also shared the burrata appetizer...delicious! Christopher made my husband a "Surprise" drink that was so good that he ordered 2 of them! I enjoyed the Rose Margarita and La Dama Cute place, surprised that on a Friday night around 9pm it was so quiet. Regardless, it was a good place and I'd suggest it. Thank you, Christopher for your hospitality! read more

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Thank goodness for Kim. She deserves a raise and some. We came in after having brunch somewhere else. We wanted a drink and some snacks, so we ordered some fries and drinks! This place has a cute atmosphere that spans over two sides. Bathrooms are a little much and would benefit from some attention. We sat at a high top but the server was busy, so she asked if we wanted to move to the bar for faster service. I'm glad we did. Drinks were stellar. Fries were delicious. Her service was everything. We would totally come back to sit at the bar. read more

Bar Americano - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I seriously love the sandwiches here. I don't know how they get the bread this good every time. The soup is light and comforting, and I really like the atmosphere too. read more

Bar Americano - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Come here for the espresso martini you won't be disappointed! Service is super quick here and the bartenders are super knowledgable on their craft! read more

Bar Americano - Espresso martini - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We sat at the bar and the bartenders had great vibes / energy. The drinks were made promptly on the spot once ordered and were very good! Prices are fair. The ambience is nice without being too casual or too formal. I would definitely go back. read more

Bar Americano - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Walked around Little Tokyo and ended up at Eat Drink Americano. The restaurant is cozy and service was friendly. Menu was limited but had some good options. I got the avocado toast and was surprised to see that it's on toasty baguette slices. They were so soft and flavorful! Portion was small but I enjoyed it. French toast, on the other hand, was very dry and mediocre. It was as if the bread was not soaked in the egg mixture. I did not try the chilaquiles. Glad I got to try this place! read more

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Crafted cocktails, great service and vibe. I don't have one complaint about it here. If you're in the area, just stop by for a cocktail or two or three. The food is yummy too in case you get hungry. read more

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I joined my wife and a friend for dinner and drinks on a weeknight at Eat Drink Americano in the Arts District of Downtown LA. We arrived about an hour before closing, and I took a Lyft to meet them since parking in this area can be tricky--street spots are limited, though there are garages nearby. When I arrived, my wife and friend were already seated at a small corner table and had ordered. I looked over the menu and went with the bacon cheeseburger paired with fries and an espresso martini. The bartender who took my order was attentive and easygoing. I didn't catch his name, but he made one of the best espresso martinis I've had in a while. The burger was delicious, the fries crisp, and the overall vibe of the restaurant made for a perfect evening of conversation and catching up. The space has a laid-back atmosphere that still feels stylish, fitting the Arts District setting. This was my first time visiting at night, and I'd definitely like to come back for brunch to see how the daytime experience compares. read more

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We adored their holiday cocktails as well as their kindness to seat us for cocktails only. This was a nice way to visit with friends before attending a concert around the corner. Such a nice, modern, open area to enjoy a drink. read more

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Love this place! Great for a cute date night and also girls night out. I like the beet salad, flatbread and hummus. But I've liked everything I've ordered from here read more

Bar Americano - Remodeled interior - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The service was very good but the food was disappointing. I ordered the ahi tuna salad. It didn't have any quinoa or croutons but instead had pecans (nut allergies anyone?) and way too much of a cloyingly sweet balsamic dressing. The ahi was fine but wasn't sesame coated as described on the menu. Also, the exact same filling in the beef empanada is in the sloppy Joe and the shepherds pie. I know because we ordered all 3. read more

Bar Americano - The actual description of the salad was quite different from what was served - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I must say that I feel very sheltered when it comes to places downtown Los Angeles has to offer. I've never been to this side of LA before and it was making me wanting to see more. Today I went to lunch with my boss and he chose Bar Americano. Now granted, it isn't far from our office, so I'm glad to be able to try this place. The staff were wonderful and very hospitable. Asking us if we needed anything, and checking to see if we had water. I know that service isn't lost, but these days some place do go the extra step to check in on you once in a while. The establishment had a nice feel to the place and it seemed like a place that would be nice to visit again. The food was very good. I ordered the Togarashi Chicken On-A-Bun and fries. Now although the prices are not cheap, the flavors are good and worth the experience. Granted I didn't try their entire menu, but I would definitely enjoy going back again. read more

Bar Americano - Togarashi Chicken On-A-Bun and a small fries - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I recommend coming here if you want a quick drink or bite to eat. They have a full bar and an outside patio but there's no TV so I wouldn't come for live events. It's give me a rustic NY still bar. They have a daily HH 3-6pm which is cool, and the prices aren't too bad on the actual menu. read more

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Great food, great service, and a nice atmosphere. What more could you want? They have a decent happy hour menu with lots of variety. They also have a good selection of drinks and full entrees. They also have items on a secret menu and our favorite is the chicken plate. This is the Togarashi chicken with 2 to 3 pieces of chicken, mashed potatoes, and coleslaw. There's also parking on the side street right in front of the entrance. But you can also usually find some street parking. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Me and the wife were doing some shopping at the callejones. We were driving around and came across this place. Kid friendly and pet friendly. The service was friendly and nice to my family. Sat us down quick and brought out waters. I had their peach old-fashioned and it was bye far the best one I had in a while. They use bourbon flavor peach and it was not to sweet like most flavored bourbon out there. IT WAS A STRONG ONE. My daughter loved the waffles and berries. We also had a chance to meet the owner, he was a nice and respectful person. read more

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I go to a lot of events in this area and I'm always looking for a place that has vegan options and serves wine and Eat Drink Americano offers both so I'll definitely be keeping this place in my rotation! The vibe and decor of this place is so cool. I absolutely loved it. To start we ordered the chips and salsa and those chips were made fresh and crispy! Very tasty. And for my main I ordered the Green Valley Baguette Sandwich. First off the Baguette was so darned good! Just the perfect amount of crunch and chew. The ingredients were good as well. My only complaint is that the hummus kind of melted into the bread so I could barely taste it. Maybe leaving some texture to the hummus instead of blending it smooth might help. Wine was excellent. We scored parking on the side of the building. As I said mentioned above this place is now in my rotation and I will definitely be back. read more

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The owner claims that they would have known if someone was not attended to, but that is clearly false. We got to the restaurant and parked in the handicap section at 8pm sharp, on October 2nd. We had a concert nearby to attend to, so we wanted to eat really quick and go. We were greeted and sat down on the second table to the right of the entrance by a waitress with black hair. We promptly got water and 2 glasses by 8:05pm. Great. She came back around and asked if we were ready, and being repeat customers we knew exactly what we wanted. I ordered the toragashi chicken sandwich, my partner order an expresso martini, a sloppy Joe, and inquired about truffle oil for fries. We waited for 15 minutes, it was 8:20 by this time. It was busy, so we gave them the benefit of the doubt. Seems like she never put in any of our orders and instead went around to other tables. By this time, a waiter with a short sleeve button up came up to us and said "thank you so much for your patience sorry for the wait!" So your waiter 100% knew we were waiting for a long time already. He confirmed that there was truffle oil and my partner said perfect let's get that on the fries. At this time, 8:25pm (again, time crunch, trying to see the headliner of a concert nearby) a table of 2 sat to our left. They promptly got their tall skinny glasses (not water) and then got 2 lemonades 5 minutes after that, 8:30pm. This was my breaking point. We never even got the espresso martini that we ordered 25 minutes ago. Deal breaker for me. We got up and walked out. My partner was wiling to and would've even paid for the food to go before this happened, but this was ridiculous. I've been here a few times as my this was a spot my partner had been going to for years before I met her. The service was always prompt and the wait staff would atleast walk by and check on us. Not this time. Completely ignored. I've worked at restaurants. This is not how you serve customers. Didn't even walk by or look toward us, no thumbs ups, no asking if we needed anything or nothing. Abysmal service. Please don't lie to customers saying you would have known there was a lack of service when that is contrary to the fact. Come on guys. Just go ahead and own up to your mistake and take accountability (check your cameras too if you don't believe us). As an operations manager, I would've reached out to the customer for a resolution instead of a blanket corporate statement. Do better. Edit - Wow. The sheer audacity to leave such a dismissive and false insinuation as a response. Shame on the business owner. read more

Loved this spot. Came in for a some drinks after a day of shopping in DTLA. Can't wait to come back for a date night with the husband. All the servers and bartenders were so welcoming, top notch service. Old fashioned was amazing! read more

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Excellent space for brunch on a Sunday. Love the set up. Most places were open at noon but this quaint restaurant opened way before. Great service and enjoyed the empanadas and breakfast burrito. YUM! read more

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Great location awesome food very neat and clean inside parking next to the building get a table near the windows read more

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Great espresso martinis and a great spot for dinner. Quite and well rounded restaurant. Highly recommend sitting at the bar

My home away from home. My CHEERS... I love Bar Americano. I moved DTLA Arts District 10 months ago and the owners are incredible and the Staff is amazing! The Espresso Martini a must have! read more

Bar Americano - Espresso Martini - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The restaurant is so cute! Really nice decor and ambiance. Low music playing in the background makes it easy to be able to converse with others which is nice. The staff was super friendly and everything we ordered came out in a timely manner. We ordered a classic margarita, michelada and a boilmaker all of which were delicious! To eat we we ordered their togarashi chicken sandwich, roasted turkey club, chicken tomatillo soup, chicken tinga tostada and fries. When I tell you these dishes were superb! Well all except the chicken sandwich; wasn't bad but kind of basic. However the tostada was LOADED and the meat perfectly cooked. The turkey sandwich was generous in fillings and had a delicious basil aioli. The soup was sooo tangy and again had generously served chicken; chips would be a better match than the bread it came with but regardless really really delicious. The fries had a batter on them that made them super crispy. We had a really nice time. read more

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I absolutely loved this place--it's honestly such a hidden gem. One of my favorite things about it is that they use fresh espresso, and you can really taste the difference. I've had it in an espresso martini, a carajillo, and even just a regular latte, and every single time the coffee is smooth, bold, and super fresh. It just elevates the whole experience. The ambience is another big win for me. It has that perfect balance of being lively but still comfortable, whether you're catching up with friends or on a date. The music and overall vibe just make you want to stay longer. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, which I always appreciate. They are quick with recommendations and really know the menu, both for drinks and food, which makes everything feel easy and relaxed. Food-wise, my go-to is the chicken Caesar salad never disappoints. The tequila selection is also read more

I've been here on both a slow night and a packed night, and the experience was exactly the same--in the best way. I was greeted right away and taken care of with such a welcoming vibe. You can genuinely tell the staff enjoys being there, which is rare. Ariel and Chris took great care of me, and as a mixologist myself, I have to say--the drinks are consistently perfect every time. My favorites are La Dama and, of course, the classic East Side. And they are notorious for their martinis. Don't even get me started on the food--it's just as good as the drinks. The decor is beautiful, very upscale, but still feels comfortable. The owners are amazing and so kind, and Frankie is honestly my favorite! Safe to say this is my new go-to spot. read more

First time yelper! I don't normally post reviews, but I felt compelled to write one when I left this place. I'm new to Arts District and found this place while just strolling around. If you're looking for a high quality place with good music, crafted cocktails, good company, and amazing food, just go here. Seriously. Plus the staff is so friendly and accommodating. I'm coming back for the Espresso Martini and homemade clam chowder. Thank you Bar Americano, we need more places like this! read more

Bar Americano - The perfect charcuterie - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

After a failed attempt of getting into Manuela for brunch without reservations, we ended up at Eat Drink Americano. Located just a block away from Hauser & Wirth, the location is very convenient, with lots to do and see in the immediate area. Our group was quite hungry, so we were happy to get a table here without delay. Overall, I thought this restaurant was pretty cool. The food was decent, service was friendly, and the ambiance was nice. I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to come back, but it's a solid option if you're in the area, especially considering the wait times at other nearby restaurants. read more

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A few nights ago, my partner and I went on a stroll down the Arts District/Little Tokyo area after picking up a few reads at The Last Bookstore. We were really just walking around to find something to eat, and we had settled on a taco spot that my boyfriend remembered seeing. We passed by Bar Americano and decided to take a look at the menu. My boyfriend's looking at options, I'm looking at affordability. Both our inspections passed and we decided to dine here instead. Plus, it was really cute inside and not busy. We want to give a major shoutout to our waitress whose name I did not get (or perhaps I just have a horrible memory), but she played a big role in turning our scavenger hunt for food into a romantic dinner date. Highly personable, hilarious, gave great recommendations for after dinner, and also just kept the place bubbly and warm with her energy. On top of that, this is really the first dinner that I can think of where I liked everything. Usually when I go somewhere new, there's always one variable that I don't enjoy. That wasn't the case here. Our beef empanadas (appetizer) were delicious and nice and flaky. My boyfriend has the short rib tacos, and the beef was so tender and juicy. I had the Shepherd's Pie, which I was inspired to get because of Florence Pugh's British foods mukbang with Vogue. It was my first time having it and I inhaled it. I paired it with a Matcha Mule which was unexpectedly tasty and refreshing. We practically cleaned our plates down to the dish. We are so happy we stumbled across Bar Americano. I know it's been here for a minute, but we're glad we gave it a try. We'll most definitely be back! read more

I booked a last minute reservation for 15 people (work staff) for lunch time today. Luckily, they had availability and everything ran smoothly. They reserved a space towards the back of the restaurant to accommodate our large party. It was nice because we were able to be more livelier (louder) without annoying other patrons. Our server, Josue, was great! He was on top of everyone's order, was humorous in the process - to which everyone enjoyed and checked on us regularly. In a time where customer service is declining everywhere, it was nice to be taken care of the way Josue did. We started with some delicious beef empanadas along with rose water margaritas and espresso martinis (shout out to the the bartender!). The drinks were yummy and had a nice kick. Most of us ordered the Southwest Chicken Sandwich and they were delicious! My colleague ordered the pastrami sandwich and it was sad. There was only one slice of pastrami in the sandwich. She expected a stacked ,"The Hat" or "Langer's Deli" style pastrami sandwich. So buyer beware! You'll get more bread than pastrami. But other than that, everything was great! This was my first time here so I was a bit nervous to host my staff lunch here but everyone was happy including myself. I'll definitely be back! read more

Bar Americano - Their espresso martinis are 10/10! - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Got brunch with friends on a Sunday morning! Got there shortly after it opened and we were the only ones there but then it started to fill up pretty quickly!! Really cute place and really delicious food!! Friendly service! We had a lovely time! read more

Bar Americano - Avocado Schmear Toast - New American Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Can you say the best fries in DTLA right now!? Awesome! I couldn't stop eating them! So crunchy exterior and super soft interior. Makes for the best fry, eh? I've only had Sheppard's pie twice and I wasn't too impressed until I had the one at Eat Drink Americano! That seriously seasoned beef, the fresh veggies and the fluffiest of potatoes topped with gooey cheese---baaaaaby! So damn good! The drinks were nice with a kick. Hey, they give you more than a drop of alcohol lemme tell ya! The oxtail sliders were ok. They weren't bad but I felt like something was missing with those but the rest of my meal along with the fast and friendly service made it worthwhile! Get your butt out there and enjoy this great experience! You're welcome! ew read more

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I never write bad reviews, but this experience was very disappointing. We were seated and waited a while without anyone acknowledging us. Not a single "We'll be right with you" or "Sorry for the wait." We even made eye contact with multiple staff members trying to get their attention to ask for water and were completely ignored. Eventually we decided to leave and even as we walked past the staff on our way out, no one said a word. The restaurant wasn't even busy, which made the lack of basic acknowledgment even more disappointing. read more

yummy food and great ambiance. The food presentation is great and the service is good. read more

Had a nice pre-theater Valentine's dinner date with hubby, daughter & son-in-law. Arrived on time for our 6:30pm reservation. Dining patrons were starting to come in after we've settled 20 minutes. Chill ambiance, hip and trendy restaurant in an industrial area of DTLA. Helpful and friendly servers. Ordered: Popeye and Olive Oil Flatbread- simple ingredients yet fresh with Cremini mushrooms, Provolone, tomato, spinach & pesto. Added the poached chicken and it was divine! 5/5 Clam Chowder- ordered a cup for myself and a bowl for hubby. It was good and filling; although I wouldn't say it's the best 3.5/5 Salmon Beurre Blanc- delicious, melts in your mouth. Served with quinoa, onions, garlic and seasonings, the salmon was cooked just right. Fish meat texture was excellent 5/5 Braised Oxtail Sliders & fries- tender and juicy with Provolone, Mayo & arugula. Loved the fries! 4/5 read more

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To the new management: bravo! The vibe is chill, drinks: check! Flavors: nicely done. We had empanadas, burrito and avocado toast: strong points! Josue the servicer was attentive and friendly. Good spot to return to. read more

Drop in for a drink or two prior to dinner! We have never been to this place before so we decided to give it a try! This place was very convenient to dinner! We dropped in for happy hour on a Thursday and it was super quiet! We sat at the bar to get best service! Two very friendly bartenders were working! Seemed very new as unfamiliar with drinks thus resorted to menu. Drink were ok to bad! One would expect more at a bar for basic drinks! The fries we ordered on happy hour for six dollars are ok. They were almost McDonald's like but healthier! Given our experience, on drink quality alone, we would probably not visit again! This is sad, as we believe the place has great potential! The atmosphere was great for a bar! read more

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We wanted to try a new restaurant in the Arts District so we came here. Parking is a bit tough to find, with a lot across the street for $15. I was lucky enough to find a spot on the street. We ordered the hummus board, as I am a huge fan of hummus. We also got the chef's pick chop board, which had this really delicious bread and a spread of other items. Would highly recommend these two apps. For main course, my friend and I shared the BBQ pulled pork sandwich and fried chicken sandwich. I love that they cut the sandwiches before coming back to us and they pre-split the sandwiches. It's these little details that really make a place special. I believe there were only two people working at the time, one at the bar and one a server. It wasn't busy and the place doesnt look that big but overall, we had a great time here. Would definitely come back for the apps. read more

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