Located in Little Tokyo. Local bar vibe! The espresso martini was sweet and strong (not made with real espresso coffee, but still YUMM), while the Old Fashioned was "put hair on your chest" strong. The bartender was friendly, the drinks were definitely not weak, and the happy hour prices were a nice bonus. The bar has this unique old-wood smell that took a minute to get used to...not bad enough to ruin the experience, just... different. Casual, laid back atmosphere, and families are welcome. The food was ok. We had the shrimp tacos. read more

Catching up on reviews. Most recent visit was during the NBA finals but had been here before. You'll see when if you check out the pics. Great place to watch games as there are lots of TV's and seating is situated that no matter where you sit, you'll be able to catch the action. So, sat at one of the communal bar height tables that runs through the middle of the place. At first, wasn't sure who my server was but I believe there was a shift change and there was no question as the service was great. A team was all over it - as friendly as could be - it was busy for the game. But still making sure everyone was tended to. I don't remember waiting for anything except for the bill but that was likely due to the fact that my friend and I stuck around after the game so the staff didn't know if/when we were ready to take off. Food was good. Not great but it's not quite a restaurant but a bar that serves food. So, I mean it's not gourmet but it's definitely not fast food. Good enough that I'd go back again to eat even if not to catch a game. But for happy hour drinks and a bite. See most recent pics. I say that because I don't remember much about the older pics that are tied to this review. I guess I just didn't review the place back then. As for parking, it's Little Tokyo. Parking garages unless you can find street parking. It's relatively cheap IMO and I'd rather just park than do laps hoping and praying for a spot to open up. But that's also because of the time I arrived. If you arrive off hours, there are spots but I can't speak for enforcement hours. Read the signs or meters. LIttle tidbit - Huge selection of Japanese whiskey. I didn't ask or count how many different pours but just know if it's what you're looking for - unless it's super rare, I believe you'll find it here. read more

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Food (4/5): For late night Asian eats I love coming to Far Bar! I love how unique this place is especially because sports bars tend to be American food and it's not what I tend to crave and unfortunately I only date men who watch sports for what seems to be no end. They have fried rice, ramen, sushi, gyozas, you name it! I like their ramen broth but the pork belly was pure fat with hardly any meat and I couldn't stand it. The other food I've tried was absolutely delicious. I'm excited to try their bacon fried rice next. Portions are great in size and food comes out really quick. Service (5/5): I get seated so quickly and the servers are very attentive. Price (5/5): So reasonably priced for Asian bar food. Ambiance (5/5): Dim lighting, lots of tables and TVs, and it's the most perfect place to watch Dodger games. read more

Stopped by this bar/restaurant in Little Tokyo for a late-night dinner and drinks, and it was a solid experience The food was good overall. I ordered the noodles, and while the portion of noodles itself was a bit on the small side, there was a generous amount of egg and pork that made it filling enough. Since it was fairly busy and has more of a bar atmosphere, the food took a little while to come out, but the friendly service made up for the wait For drinks, I tried the Jade Empire, which was delicious--refreshing, well-balanced, and definitely something I'd order again. It's a great spot to grab drinks and socialize, and the backyard patio is especially beautiful and relaxing The ambiance is lively, with sports playing on the TVs and a fun, social crowd that makes it an easy place to hang out Overall, I'd definitely come back, especially when I'm looking for good late-night food and drinks in Little Tokyo! read more

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Sav and Dave We came here for sushi and sake and left completely impressed by not only the food, but the people. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious, fresh sushi, great sake, amazing atmosphere, and genuinely kind service from start to finish. But what really blew me away happened after we left. I accidentally left my purse behind with everything in it, including cash. I came back the next day honestly preparing for the worst, and not only had they safely kept it for me, but every single thing was still exactly where I left it. I told the woman helping me that if the $100 bill inside was still there, I wanted her and the staff to keep it because integrity like that deserves to be rewarded. At first I thought it was gone, then found it tucked into a corner of my bag, and happily handed it over. It was worth every penny to get my purse back and to thank genuinely good people for doing the right thing. I literally was going to be so lost without my bag. Not only did it have my work badge, but my car key, the keys to my apartment keys to my mailbox, etc. I really did not want to have to make copies. I just had my keys stolen a year ago. It's a pain in the butt. Great sushi is easy to find in LA. Honest people and incredible service like this? That's rare. Thank you Sav and Dave. Words cannot express how overcome with emotion. There are still good people in this world. It's very impressive... I'm genuinely touched. Thank you for the amazing food, the kindness, and for restoring a little faith in humanity. We'll absolutely be back. The karmic wheel of life came full circle today! This act does not go unnoticed. Kudos. I will never forget this. read more

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STEPH JUDGEMENT: Still a great spot for drinks and nosh in Lil Tokyo. The hubby and I wanted to watch a hockey game before an event nearby and this place was convenient. I haven't been here in years but I was happy to see little had changed. We ordered off the Happy Hour menu: - beer and shot of sake - house old fashioned (found out their well bourbon was Buffalo Trace, which was a pleasant surprise) - Toki highball on draft - Wasabi fries (zesty sauce, nice and crispy) - Shrimp tacos (tasty , with salsa verde that was nicely spicy) - crispy shell mapo tofu tacos--delicious! We were able to watch our game and left happy. read more

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Really great ambiance I loved sitting the upstairs seating on the sofa. I came here during the World Cup soccer matches this summer and it was a great time I loved how full it was. That may sound weird but it was really cool feeling the buzz in the building. The food was good I had the chashu sliders (I don't remember the exact name I was kinda blasted when I ordered them) and the waiters were pretty attentive they kept refilling the water pitcher which was great since it was pretty hot in Little Tokyo. Parking is pretty easy too the lot next to funhouse is very convenient and not a long walk at all. The food is priced very fairly too, I feel comparatively to other spots in Little Tokyo you're getting a good value. If you're not looking to spend so much on food when you're here and just want a quick bite that won't be too heavy or won't hurt your wallet definitely come here. read more

Forgot I've been here a few times, but somehow I keep coming back. Ended up in Little Tokyo again, picked a random spot, and landed here. Started with the wasabi fries which were crispy with a nice kick, as you'd expect based on the name. Went with the pork belly ramen next; the meat was super tender and the broth had a rich, savory taste. Ramen might not be their specialty, so there are probably stronger options with more variety nearby, but it still hit the spot. The drinks were the real highlight. La Luna y Sol was solid, but the Jade Empire stole the show. light, refreshing, and perfect for a hot summer day. You can't really taste the alcohol so it's a dangerous one because it's just so darn delicious! Service was friendly and attentive. The vibe is laid back, with a lot of people watching the game that was on. Good spot to hang with friends, grab drinks, and share some bites. I went solo so also great for that if you want. read more

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Love this place. A great spot in Little Tokyo to have drink or watch a game. Food is good, love their sliders. If you're ever in Little Tokyo, I absolutely recommend Far Bar. read more

Far Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Finding a real bar in Little Tokyo isn't easy, but Far Bar hits the mark. We wanted a spot for a snack and a cocktail, and this was perfect. We went with the Beer and Shot -- dealer's choice -- and it was a great pick. The sushi roll was solid, exactly what we needed to round out the drinks. Cozy, no-frills, and exactly the kind of spot Little Tokyo needed. read more

Far Bar - Beer and a shot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The food here is delicious! The drinks and beer are great too but I truly come for their bacon fried rice and I just recently tried their chicken sliders which was also delicious! Their bartenders are quick and always provide good drinks. Nice vibe, Dodger fans are here all the time, and lots of space! read more

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Dropped in with a friend for a drink. There is seating both inside and outside on a patio. Neither are particularly spacious if you are hoping to bring a large party. I ordered the michelada and some garlic edamame to snack on. The michelada was way too salty, but the garlic edamame was delicious. Service was fine. However, when I needed to use the restroom, the restroom situation was interesting. They have two single person restrooms inside and one single person restroom on the patio. The ones inside were occupied, and there was a sign stating that there was another restroom on the patio. When I went looking for the restroom on the patio and asked for help finding it, the staff person on the patio tried to redirect me back inside. I had to explain to them that the ones inside were occupied before he told me where the restroom on the patio was located. Not sure why this person didn't just tell me where the restroom on the patio was located when I was already on the patio. Definitely seemed like a local hangout kind of place as there were quite a few people there catching up or watching the Dodgers game or the World Cup. read more

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I come here often for games and for their great prices during happy hour! It's from 3-7pm and they have great options on the choices, you're saving a couple bucks but still decent prices. I usually get the far bar special cheeseburger and my husband and I split it cause it's a big burger. We'll also order extra fries or tots. Today's burger was a little disappointing, I didn't even let it sit for long and the bottom bun was extremely soggy, to the point where I couldn't eat it. (Refer to photo). The fries and regular straight fries and the tots come with pork and other toppings that taste delicious (minus the wasabi mayo- just not a fan of wasabi) Service is always great and the bar is a fun atmosphere- especially during dodger games. read more

Far Bar - Soggy bun on the cheeseburger - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food was ok - more weighted to American food than I expected for Little Tokyo. Unlike some others I felt the service was ok - maybe as attentive as you want them to be. The food was good though. No real complaints there. Once food is out they let you be with occasional visits to maybe help the. The table but not really annoying. The place/ interior has some character from maybe age but if seems like it's 3rd generation Asian-American vs Tokyo adjacent. If you want a variety of Japanese food this is probably not the place, but if you want a slider with ghost pepper, a burger with miso, tater tots with some calls to the pacific it's a nice stop with lots of screens for sports. Might be a good Dodger baseball bar read more

Customer service is apparently nonexistent in this establishment. I have dined here a few times, and workers act like you're inconveniencing them. As a server myself, I try to be understanding of interactions but multiple visits have had consistent experiences to bad customer service. My previous (and most likely last) visit made me feel so uncomfortable because the attitudes of bartenders/ servers felt hostile.. I've noticed its a different experience if you are a local tho! My company reserved a small corner space to have our company meeting, and our server was no one to be found. We had flag down one of the workers, and he walked up with an attitude "They are making rounds". It wasn't until 20 minutes later we had someone come by.. okay no big deal. For some reason, our server refused to write down the order, so we assumed he had it memorized but repeatedly came up to ask questions about order AND still manage to get it wrong. read more

Visited twice during my recent visit to DTLA/Little Tokyo and if I were a local, I'd come here to watch all the Dodger games! The prices for food were fair! Beer was on the pricier side as their next door neighbor offered the same draft Sapporo, but $2.50 cheaper. We enjoyed and loved the Wagyu hotdog, the wasabi fries, matcha ice cream, and sushi roll! Great ambience and our server on our first visit was outstanding. On our second visit, service was lacking that same attentive detail, we think it was due to the different staff personalities. Overall still a great value and good experience if you are looking for a quick bite and escape the LA heat. read more

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Stopped by for my lunch after attending an event nearby. A little confusing when it's called Far Bar, but the marquee still says Far East from the previous establishment. Why not Far East Sports Bar? Loved the food when this bar catered to the Little Tokyo Historical Society anniversary lunch on Sun, 3/8. Today I had the Misoyaki salmon salad with beautiful watermelon radish, tender salmon and a nice salad. It was delicious! I had a nice bottle of water all to myself. Good service when I was was there. I think they need an extra person. When I arrived at the restaurant, I saw the "wait to be seated" sign and waited. I waited a few minutes before someone came up. Nice ambience that will grow louder in noise, clamoring and cheers. Friendly service, but I can see more help is needed. My friend and I will return on Sat, 5/9, about 4:45pm after a show and will be in the patio. Cash discount on the bill if paid in cash. Free saki shots when Shohei homers. read more

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The food was great, the space was immaculate, but the service was horrible. I'm not sure if this is a restaurant where a server takes care of you or it's just a bar where I shouldn't have expected to be checked on. Weird. read more

Far Bar - Chicken Karaage - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Enjoyed happy hour until 7 PM on the patio. Dodgers game available to watch on a TV. Delicious shrimp tacos, mushroom ramen and bread pudding. Extensive selection of Japanese craft beer. Street parking available late afternoon near MoCA Geffen. read more

Was wondering in town and found this nice chill spot. Service was great. Overall the food was okay, nothing special. We tried out their pork ramen but it only had a few noodles. What I do recommend is their bbq ghost pepper wings. They have a lil kick to them but super great. read more

Far Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California

First Friday night when Far Bar was not packed with people. I couldn't be happier about that because I have had to walk away in search of alternate space to spend my money. We invited an out of town friend to meet us for dinner and drinks. We were seated fairly quickly. We were lead to the outdoor dining/seating space on a rather chilly night but were seated right at the lovely, huge heating lamp. Dark space, low light, chill vibes..perfect atmosphere for our friend reunion. We truly enjoyed our drinks and food. Staff was friendly and attentive. Would recommend for date night, games, and group gatherings. What we ordered: - Whiskey flight: 3 types of whiskey (can't go wrong with whiskey) - Spicy Edamame (complimentary levels of spicy and garlic) - Maneki Tots (lots of flavor and didn't get soggy) - Far Bar Burger (not pictured but the gouda, bacon, and sriracha mayo combo was delish) and the star of the show for me: - Garlic Shrimp Pasta (garlic buttery, lemony, creamy goodness with chili flakes and notes of ginger possibly. Consuming this dish made me happy and I would order this each and every time)***** five stars Parking: very rare to find street parking. parking structure across the street. I usually park at Starbucks a block away. It's a flat fee of $10 which works for me since I usually walk and hang at several Little Tokyo locations and wouldn't want to move the car to pay for multiple parking spots. read more

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I've been to this bar plenty of times, but this was by far the worst experience I've had. I didn't leave a tip for two beers, and the so-called "manager" came up to me demanding that I tip -- saying it was mandatory and that I needed to "be a better person." When I said I wanted to speak to the real manager, he threatened to kick me out and take my drinks away if I didn't tip. As far as I know, tipping is always optional -- not something that should be forced with threats or attitude. When I tried to explain my side, he cut me off and told me to be quiet and listen to him. Terrible service for $8 beers. After this experience, I won't be coming back as a customer. Maybe our bar tender had a horrible night and I was the last customer that made a bad impression, but just have a more positive attitude read more

4.5/5 - rounded up to 5 :) been here twice so far and the servers are always nice and accommodating. My favorites so far are the Maneki Tots and Pastrami Sandwich. Happy hour deals are good too - I can definitely get full here without breaking the bank. Love the decor and vibes too, perfect spot for hanging with friends! Only gripe right now is the "Burger Special" on the happy hour menu - my friend was charged $5 extra for the beer option , but nowhere on the menu did it mention an extra cost. I think the wording should be changed to clarify this! read more

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I love this bar and I've been back so many times for their food. They have some of the best garlicky wings with such a great crust. They're called the Ming Wings. Their Maneki tots are great too and come with shredded pork, wasabi + sriracha mayo, bacon and chives. I've also gotten the Far Bar and Dragon rolls and prefer the dragon roll. Their drinks are good and strong too. I always get a La Luna y Sol and my bf gets the Old Fashioned. 10/10 on those. I also love that they have a patio space because it can get stuffy inside, but if the food wasn't so good, I'd had to take off a star because the last time I went, we found a fruit fly on our sushi and told our server. I didn't expect for anything to comped or free, so I was surprised by my server's response, who's usually great. He said "That's why we don't want people sitting out in the patio. Things like that happen" which is kind of real of him, but LOL We didn't make a big deal out of it and we still tipped well, but their service was better at some point. They also sometimes have closed earlier due to lack of clients so maybe call ahead if you want to be sure they're open! read more

far bar is an amazing and happening place! however, it's the owner and chef who is truly amazing! mr. don tahara always gives back to our community... supporting all of little tokyo's events! arigatogozaimasu, tahara-san!!!. little tokyo sparkle appreciates you! read more

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Would I go back ?? Hmmm perhaps the thing is one worker with a full bar is never good !! Was she nice YES ! Did she do her job sure !!! However , as a first time patron waiting for such a long period of time just to get a drink never good ' read more

Far Bar - Menu - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Sports bar-esque with a youthful clientele during happy hour. Decent bar food with delicious Asian options. We had a show to catch at East West Players down the street so we only had time for a few quick appetizers and they were all good. Wings, edamame and sushi rolls for the 5 of us. Service was a bit slow but we were still able to make the show. read more

Far Bar - Apps before the show - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Been here a couple times now, it's pretty solid and has outdoor seating in the back which is a vibe. Recently went and had the Jade Empire cocktail and it was good! I've had food in the past here and it was solid as well. Not sure why this place doesn't have better reviews because it's a go-to for our work happy hours! read more

Far Bar - Jade Empire - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This lemon yuzu blueberry drink I believe was really good. It tasted very fresh. I will return just for this drink. Its not even alcoholic. Its on the non alcoholic side. I did pair it with some sake. Which they have a nice list. I got the wings so yummy. Good bar food and good happy hour prices. The ramen is also really good. Will return. read more

Far Bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Stopped in for some cocktails then we had some eats. Far Bar, located in Little Tokyo, is one of those spots you just breeze past without noticing. Inside, cold drinks and hot tasty bar food. The service is quick. We ordered several food items and within 10 minutes we were munching. We ordered a sampling of a majority of what was listed on the happy hour menu. My favorites were the sliders, chicken wings and shrimp tacos. There is bench seating, high tales and bar stools. Good times. read more

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This place is always a vibe, the staff is super attentive and the drinks are bomb. The pole Hand rolls are a little salty but you can't go wrong with the burger special. read more

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This is a cool stopping spot for a cocktail in Little Tokyo. Drinks are good, service is good. Menu, okay. It's just a good bar in a really interesting part of the town and carries the vibe. read more

I love this bar they have a great selection of whiskey. Been trying to find Nikka whiskey since my tripped to Hokkaido. They have a good variety of other Japanese whiskey too. They also have a great happy hour menu so come on weekday for a high ball or an old fashioned. Bar tender really knows how to make a good drink really friendly and great conversation. Interior is clean and I appreciate how they have two restrooms. read more

09.08.24 - We had a Feast and lots of fun at the Far Bar over the weekend. Located in the Little Tokyo area, it is conveniently located to public transportation in the Downtown Los Angeles area. Service was great, staff very friendly, even though they were very busy with a full-house of Dodger fans who stopped by before going to the game. We had a "continental" style breakfast that included Pozole. I had a chance to ask the cook if this is a regular item on the menu, he said yes and let us know it has an "Asian" flair to it as it has similar ingredients in the broth to make Ramen. It's his own special and secret recipe. They can accommodate small or large groups inside or outdoor seating. There are many restaurants and bars in the area. Bookmark this spot when making the rounds in the Greater LA, it has a good vibe and tasty food. Enjoy and don't forget to tell'em that Rosemary sent ya! read more

Far Bar - Robert Vargas Day in Los Angeles - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Really cool spot with chill vibes and good drinks. Go during happy hour (3-7p). Just a heads up the only thing is just to be aware if you go in a big group they do not split checks.So be prepared to pay the full tab together. read more

Omg I almost want to gatekeep this spot because it's so delish! Perfect happy hour spot! Their Ming's wings are chefs kiss! Wasabi fries, ribs, sliders!! The outdoor seating in the back is also nice and not as loud! Super fast service and friendly staff! read more

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Went in during the dodgers world series. Great place to sit down and get drinks as long as you can get a seat. Bartender was so nice and was multitasking like i've never seen. Food was okay you mostly come here to get a drink and enjoy the game. Free Sake shots when Ohtani hits a HR. Outdoor seating is cool but kind of crammed backyard bar was where I sat and was very lively. Frontend of the house bar was already full when I came in. Didn't really like the specialty drinks but the basics were affordable and delicious. read more

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Far Bar! You have yet to disappoint me. Good food. Good cocktails. Good service. Good ambiance. Excellent location. A very uncomplicated menu. My shrimp tacos were spot on good! The spicy tuna rolls were what I expected. The Gouda cheese burger was wow. I'd give you five stars but you could use a little more help attending to the clientele on a Friday night. Not enough staff to go around. Otherwise, back asap. Happy March! read more

So my husband and I decide to come here to grab a couple bites while watching the Dodgers game. We arrived around 7:10pm and luckily there was one table available open so the owner there I believe sat us there. Times passed as we looked at the menu and no staff has come to our table yet they checked on every other table around us.. pretty sure every server who passed by our table ignored us.. so we left the bar at 7:40pm after waiting too long. I guess they don't serve certain customers here. read more

I would probably never come back here again. When my friend and I first came in, we were seated right away and thought we would have an amazing time. However, our server made the night very unenjoyable. He literally catered to every other table EXCEPT ours. This was the first time I've ever seen a server actively avoid a table they are working like the plague. I try my hardest to see the best in service workers, like maybe he was just having a bad/off night. But when you actively ignore a customer in front of their faces, it's inexcusable. We unwillingly spent two hours eating here, just because our server kept brushing us off. read more

Far Bar - Shiitake Miso Burger - Asian Fusion Near Me - Los Angeles, California