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    Blipsy Bar

    3.7 (394 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars
    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    BLIPSY BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    DJ
    Divey
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials

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    Zach H.

    Nice little barcade near Koreatown. There's literally no advertisement outside of the place if it wasn't for yelp I wouldn't have found it lol. There's an old sign that says Klown above the front door. A lot of old classics arcade games here. Most cost a quarter but some are 50 cents. Very friendly bartender. Some nights they have djs.

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    Julien B.

    Strange assortment in there, interesting little dive/vibe. Drinks were wonderfully stiff, but the price was steep, and it's cash only. The bartender not only poured our drinks but was also lovely to behold. The DJ? Interesting tunes, but crazy loud, and I couldn't tell if it was just an age barrier (if I'm just getting old), or if it was a real amateur hour deal. Either way, I could not hear myself think, and that made catching up with my pal a bit difficult. The place is surrounded by arcade games, and the barkeeps the quarters. The decor was pretty cool, NGL, lots to look at.

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    Barry W.

    *** Neighborhood dive w/ early '80s theme. *** Too funny b/c I have been trying to forget the 1980s, yet Blipsy has made a biz of the it ... Galaga Asteroids Robotron I haven't seen these games in decades. Blipsy has got these and a dozen more. The music here is equally surprising ... Prince Kraftwerk Kano DJ spun "It's a War" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyjkVvKVYsE&feature=youtube_gdata_player That was a b-side tune! How does a 23yo know to play that dusty? Whoa, so I must attest to Blipsy's authenticity. Those tunes took me back to old house party memories. ps: Hit tune on that Kano LP was "I'm Ready" and I actually still have a copy on vinyl! (hah) *** It feels like an episode of "Cold Case". ***

    KC M.

    This is a long review because it's so great! So I'll make points if you don't want to read it: Pros: cheap drinks (because they are cheap drinks), old arcade games (galaga, Pac-Man, rampage, car games, pinball) doesn't seem to ever get crowded so you can move and dance, jukebox machine, etc. Cons: CASH ONLY, only worker was there without a bouncer which is fine because it's not crowded but a homeless woman did walk in at one point, very divey. Con if you don't like the dive bar hole in the wall feel. LOVE THIS PLACE!! I've gone only once! But it was a blast! I went this past Saturday and a few things I have to say that make it great! 1) it's a video arcade bar, but it's not the polished ones. The games are older games like Galaga, rampage, the paperboy?, Kong, a couple of pinball machines, Pac-Man! And so many others that are just so much fun! 2) the drinks are cheap and they put a lot of alcohol in it. I got a vodka cranberry and it was still so clear, with a slight tint of cranberry juice. That's how much alcohol to cranberry was in my drink. The alcohol itself might be cheaper so don't be alarmed. This is not a fancy place with fancy drinks. 3) it's not busy at all!!! I went on a Saturday which should be a bush night but it never got any kind of crowded but still in the best way! You have room to dance and it's not too loud so you can talk. I know some of the reviews mention a dj who doesn't seem to be the greatest. That dj was not there which was arguably why I had more fun. They have a jukebox like thing where you can choose 3 songs for 1$ or 5$ for an amount of songs I forget. They have so many artists to choose from so you'll definitely find something you love. There is also a coin machine towards the back. This is located to a couple of food places so you won't be short on that. Everyone is just so cool and mind their own business so me as a gay man didn't feel weird or any eyes when my boyfriend and I would dance or kiss etc. Now every place has its downsides. For one, they did not have a bouncer and only one person was working there as the bar tender. There is also no doors so a homeless lady walked in and kind of harassed people and was yelling but after she left and that whole thing for 2 minutes it was fine. Also it is CASH ONLY for everything. They have an atm but obviously there is probably some $3 charge so just bring cash. You definitely wanna okay games and drink and have a great time. Also some of the games don't work or they have to coin slots but one may not work so you might lose your coin.

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    2 months ago

    Went here at 2pm on a Sunday and they were closed. Hours listed as noon to 2am. Either update your hours or open on time

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    8 months ago

    I have been to this bar several times and the atmosphere and drinks are always great. I love the service and the nostalgic look.

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    1 year ago

    Fun little local bar. Great vibes and some fun classic games. The bartender is super nice and makes sure you're taken care of.

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    Good live music. Call ahead to make sure about the calendar. Get there early to sit nearer the stage. Drinks are kinda steep

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    2 years ago

    hands down - my favorite place to dj-----with wintage vinyl - everu tuesday!!! i have done so for 20 years!!!

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    Playing pinball and lemon is an awesome bartender. The 4th Wednesday of the month has a great d.j.

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    Game selection is great. Drinks could be better and cheaper. Bring in some TVs for sports

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