La Bodega Brewing
Waitlist - La Bodega Brewing
Waitlist closed
The restaurant is not taking waitlist parties right now
La Bodega Brewing Reservations
La Bodega Brewing Photos
Business Info
La Bodega Brewing Popular Dishes
LA BODEGA BREWING ATMOSPHERE
More like La Bodega Brewing
Recommended Reviews - La Bodega Brewing
Start your review...
Reviews With Photos
I'm honestly very disappointed. We ordered delivery from what used to be one of our favorite local restaurants. Three years ago, we dined here and had an amazing experience, which is why we were excited to order again. Unfortunately, this meal was one of the worst restaurant experiences we've had. I ordered the pork ribs and fried shrimp. The ribs were extremely dry--so dry that they tasted like they had been cooked days earlier and reheated multiple times. They were nothing like the ribs I remembered from previous visits. After just a few bites, I started feeling uncomfortable. The fried shrimp was equally disappointing. It had almost no flavor at all and tasted bland and uninspired. My husband ordered the burger, which was advertised as a blend of Wagyu and regular beef. We were expecting something special, but the patty lacked flavor and the quality was disappointing. What surprised us even more was that we live only five minutes away, yet the burger bun arrived completely soggy. The packaging was also poor. The food came in cheap plastic containers without any ventilation holes. For fried foods especially, proper packaging is important to prevent steam from ruining the texture. It felt like very little care was put into preparing the order for delivery. To make matters worse, both my husband and I experienced stomach discomfort and excessive gas afterward, and we were still feeling it the next day. What makes this experience especially disappointing is that this was my husband's birthday dinner. I chose this restaurant because of the wonderful memories we had here years ago, but the food quality was nowhere near what we remembered. I genuinely cannot understand how food of this quality was considered acceptable to send out to customers. I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was so disappointing that I felt compelled to share it. I sincerely hope the restaurant takes a closer look at its food quality and delivery standards.
Been here a few times and I keep coming back for the Bodega burger and the stout beer they offer. Aside from the burger, everything else on the menu is pretty pricey especially the steak options. Service has always been great here and it can get very busy on the weekends so I would definitely recommend to make a reservation ahead of time.
All the food and beer selections were great. Would love to come again. The location is small but has a great ambience with nice decor. We let the staff know it was our first visit and they gave us great recommendations.
We came here for a BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION and he made reservations for 8 people at 7pm on Saturday. There's a SECRET password to actually get into the restaurant. We were taken to our seat which was a NICE private seating with its on TV screen. It has a nice wall which made it sound a bit quieter but, then the waiter came and said OOPS sorry we gave you the wrong seats and so we were taken to the SEATS near the restroom and it was so LOUD... 2 orders TOMAHAWK: 10/10 The food was EXCELLENT!!! OMG the CORN TORTILLAS was the best I've ever had!!! I would just be so happy to have the CORN TORTILLAS but, their meats are all really flavorful and tender too!!!... CAULIFLOWER: 10/10 The flavor and texture of the cauliflower was so good!!! BRUSSELS SPROUTS: 10/10 I loved the sauce so much and the Brussels sprouts were so adorably cute and small. It's usually bitter but, it doesn't taste as bitter here and the sauce was just AMAZING!!!! SERVICE: 8/10 Good but, could be better! We waited 30-40 minutes after finishing dinner for the cake to be served. And with no knife to cut the cake and utensils provided!!! Come here for the FOOD PEOPLE!!!! Let's ROCK ON LA BODEGA BREWING!!!!!!
Hands down the best drinks AND food in Whittier. We came in thinking it was gonna be a chill, casual lunch, ended up tumbling out there because the drinks were STRONG! Can wait to return for their happy hour.
Solid spot, great drinks and atmosphere, we sat at the bar. The burger was disappointing though. The cheese tasted really fake and the fries were alright.
This place is an absolute amazing hidden gem. I would strongly recommend making reservations as they are normally fully booked on the weekends. They have some of the best tasting dishes, unique drinks and great decor.
Great tasting food and beers. Our waiter was good very attentive. Prefect for party of four!!
Such a fun and unexpected spot with a speak easy feel. We stopped by for bites and drinks and were pleasantly pleased with the vibe, drinks, food and friendly staff. You must make a reservation but are able to get seated as a walk-in if its not busy. We had a reservation and were seated within minutes. The front entrance display looks like a butcher shop which is actually functional and not just for display, in other words you can order a nice cut of beef to take home. Once you pass the freezer door entrance inside, you'll be seated in a small dining area with a full-size bar and a wall display of locked Steins which actually belong to club members (which on its own is a whole other can of surprisingly cool worms to delve into). Overall, we had a fun time and enjoyed everything we ordered so we'll def be back. Another plus, there's a free easily accessible parking structure across the street.
Absolutely LOVED the ambiance! Such a beautiful vibe & extremely chill. Not what I expected at all when we walked back, but soooo worth it. The food was delicious! The cocktails were okay, they looked great though. The Caesar salad chicken sandwich was SO GOOD! Chicharrones w guacamole was delicious! The wings, carne asada fries & chips/ salsa were delicious. Our waitress was extremely attentive & on top of our order. Always keeping an eye on us without hovering. Love that. Will definitely come back. Great spot in Whittier!
Came here for beer and food and was not disappointed. Did not have a reservation for a Tuesday night but after 20 mins we were able to sit down. The food is a bit pricey but high quality. Loved the steak fried rice, was enough for me even though it's listed as a side.
We came here for date night and thankfully we had reservations, because the wait time was 45 minutes long. It was my first time here, you walk into what looks like a meat market store front, you then wait and are let in through a freezer door, kind of like a speakeasy. We ordered their sizzling hot plate with beef, pork, and chicken, it comes with tortillas and a bit of grilled veggie and two pieces of cheese. We had beer and wine . They don't have mixed drinks, as they don't have a liquor license. Cool little date night spot.
Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 First time here and it was definitely a good find. A speakeasy close to uptown Whittier that looks like a meat market from the outside. Recommend making a reservation for this place before you go. You walk through the "freezer door" to get into the inside of the speakeasy where it is spacious and has cute, dimly lit ambiance with a bar. Started with chips and salsa, not complimentary or bottomless, unfortunately. Chips were good and salsa was HOT, but delish. Then had the guava summer salad - light and refreshing with guava, figs and avocado on it. Ordered a guava seltzer - not great and barely has guava flavor and would not order again. Then for dinner we got the El Comal (chicken, tristar angus skirt steak and pork adobada that comes with salsa and homemade corn and flour tortillas). This dish can be shared and serves 2-3 ppl. This dish was AMAZING. Each meat was cooked perfectly - buttery, moist, flavorful, melt in your mouth pieces of meat. I was actually throroughly surprised at how good it was and was very full and still had leftovers. Will DEFINITELY be back.
1 year ago
2 years ago
3 years ago
Absolutely amazing food I've never once said wow this is so freaking good I'm def coming back to eat this again. I live in Long Beach and it's about 30 minutes for me, the chicharrones are the best I've ever had! Salsa bomb, chips bomb, ceviche bomb and champagne amazing! read more
2 years ago
This is possibly the best brewery in Uptown Whittier (my husband is super into beer and he vouches for Bodega Brewing). His favorites are: the Kolsch (Hwy 72 collab) and the Mala Suerte. Mine is the Buena Suerte. The food is a hit and miss. We've had some really good dishes and some that are meh. What we've tried that we love and order again and again are: the pepitas dip, Bodega fries, Morita wings (the sauce they coat the wings is delicious!), and the Chile verde entree (the pork is soft and falls off the bone, the green sauce is good with a kick, and the beans and handmade corn tortillas are to die for). The burgers and brunch weren't our favorites. To be fair on the brunch, we had come the week when they were first starting to serve it. I was also disappointed by the pork spare ribs because the day we ordered it, the meat was dry. Someone else in my party enjoyed them. We haven't had any of their steaks, and looks like that's their bread and butter since they sell some pretty high quality steak cuts. The interior decor and ambiance is chill. Initially they were trying for the speakeasy style, since you cannot tell from the outside that it's a restaurant. You can only see a butcher shop from the outside. They would ask for a password to get in. They did away with that a few months in. Overall great place to hang out for date night or night out with friends. They get pretty busy during the weekends so try to reserve ahead or try to sit at the bar if there's an open seat. Lastly, they have a cool area that is somewhat sectioned off with a table for 8. Only sat there once and it was a very exclusive experience. However the waiters do take their time getting your orders in this sectioned off place. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Parking is easy on the weekends, with a parking structure nearby and streets having ample places. However, make a reservation! Is a must! Odd building, it seems like a small market as you enter, and I realized that the main door is this huge frozen meat locker door. Ingenious! The decor is fantastic! As you enter, it is a small place and quite a frenzy of movement . So many beers! There are so many specialty drinks! The food is great! Tasty large plates and a good selection. Decor interior is to die for. The ambiance kind of wavered... there are no windows there is a small room for a gathering. Beyond that, it's a great hole in the wall meet up for friends and family. Give it a try. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
4 years ago
First time and had a great dinner here last night with my lady. Isaiah was an excellent server with great recommendations. Started off with a couple tasty dark beers Dunkel and Mala Suerte Lager. We both loved them and they complemented the food perfectly. The salsa with the chips and salsa was amazing. The Bodega Burger was cooked perfectly (medium rare) with delicious grilled onions and we devoured the fries that came with it. Also had the Tinga de Pollo and loved it. Perfect amount of spice. Reminiscent of a well made mole. Finished off with the Oaxacan chocolate ice cream with hints of salted caramel and yeah it was perfect. Wait staff were all super friendly. The ambiance is hip with a mix of old school and new. Love the concept of a speakeasy turned brewery and I can almost guarantee the food is better than any brewery you've ever been to. Will definitely be back soon to try more and more and would love to bring a big group here to enjoy the experience even more. My girl and I both left full and satisfied with everything. Thank you La Bodega! read more
It's was my first time having dinner at Bodega Brewery and I definitely enjoyed everything. I will definitely be coming back soon. Our server Maddison was super friendly and attentive with us made us have a great experience. I'll start by saying the food was amazing. I went with the bodega burger this has to be hands down one of the best if not the best burger I have tried. The beef patties were just amazing so much flavor in it you could taste the quality meat. I also tried 4 of their draft beers and my favorite was the Hazlitt highly recommend it. Everything we order was cooked to perfection. Great vibes great atmosphere great people overall an amazing place. read more
4 years ago
4 years ago
La Bodega is so good!!! I highly recommend checking out this gem in uptown Whittier. We got the bodega burger, chicken sandwich, Mac n cheese & cilantro rice & everything was amazing! The ambiance of this restaurant is so nice, clean & modern. I also really appreciated the super friendly staff who answered all of our questions about the menu. I will definitely be coming back to La Bodega with my family for brunch. read more
4 years ago
Second time I've come here. Second time I've had horrible service at the business front. My first visit was on a Sunday. I took my mother and God Parents (all 3 in their 70s). My mom and aunt enjoy wine, my uncle and I enjoy beer, and we all enjoy good food. La Bodega Brewing seemed like the perfect small spot for brunch with my family elders. I wasn't aware that it was a "speak easy." And I get the concept, but there's no need to be rude about it. Wish I would have gotten the employees name, but I didn't. But she was a petite female with dark hair, looked very young. Well we ask to "see the butcher" and get seated. Try to order food, but because it was brunch, all they had was certain appetizers. We were hoping to get some good steaks. So we got hot wings instead. They were adobo, and good. But the service at the front and the little natt/fly at the table kept bugging. Left, still willing to give the place a second chance. Maybe I just caught one bad night, with one bad employee, with just one small fly at the table. So fast forward a couple of months and my mother and I are invited to a friend's surprise party. It takes a lot to get my mother out. She's a recent widow, who's just getting comfortable socializing again. So it was nice to see her get excited about going out. Getting all dressed up. It was cool. So we show up at 615pm on Weds. Unfortunately on my second chance at the place, the same bad employee must've been having another bad day at the front. Don't know if the same fly was there, because said employee turned us away at the door. What she said didn't make sense; 1. We were only allowed in groups of 10 or more. (Place is extremely small, so groups of 10 or more seems odd). 3. She followed up by saying that she just let in a group of 3 (my cousin's). I asked her "well, can't we sit with them as part of their group of ten?" The answer was no. 4. She said I would have to call the other people invited to come. I told her we didn't know any other people (the three inside were my cousin's, and the only ones we knew aside from my friend who the surprise was for). She told me "Then I can't let you in." The look of disappointment on my mom's face was heartbreaking. On the way home she said that this is why she doesn't like to go out. I spoke with my friend. She apologized, said that those rules were never told to her. She's REALLY good at details, and none of it was mention in person or invites, so it just seems absurd. I'll never go there again. There's to many other local restaurants with great beers and drinks in Uptown Whittier. And food is everywhere there too. I hope you can teach your front staff professionalism and courtesy. Because arrogance is disrespectful and will only drive business away from Uptown Whittier. And Uptown doesn't deserve that. Ps: place currently has a wait time of 5 minutes as in the pic. So it seems ridiculous that the front store employee couldn't let us in without a group of ten for a surprise event with reservations) read more
4 years ago
This place is amazing. My husband and I's first time here and we will for sure be coming back. The vibes and decor are beautiful and food taste amazing. Really appreciate the effort put into the items on the menu...high quality ingredients. We ordered chile morita wings. They were crisped to perfection and sauce was delicious. Cesar salad and chile verde burrito were very good as well (devoured it so did not get a picture of it). Service was exceptional as well. Monique was our server, very attentive and knowledgeable. Can't wait to try their brunch as well! read more
4 years ago
Love this speak easy. The decor is super cute and clean. Everything looks new. We got the bodega fries! Delicious! It comes with all the fixings, beans, cheese, steak, cilantro, tomatoes and jalapeños. It's a must have and a shareable plate. read more
A unique addition to the Uptown Whittier food scene. Disguised as a meat market, go through the "meat cooler door" to find a small restaurant and bar. We had reservations, ended up waiting a good 5-10 mins with other waiting groups in the lobby as the host struggled to finish a phone order and seat the crowd. After getting seated, we were graced with the presence of our server, Monique. She was so sweet and attentive. I ordered a Mango Michelada, bae had an Old Fashioned. I couldn't finish the Miche- it lacked flavor and i really didn't like the ice added. For dinner I had the Bodega Fries- so good! (fries are crunchy and delicious) but, unpopular opinion, the onions ruined it. Bae had the rib-eye steak which was super delicious. The tables were a bit too close together, we could practically bend our arms and touch elbows. Then there's the decor, it's like it's trying to tell a story that doesn't translate. Overall, it was a decent spot for date night. Not sure it's too kid friendly, so don't see myself returning often. read more
Came here on a date night a couple of weeks ago and my husband and I were honestly blown away. We had never been to a speakeasy so the concept to us was very cool, you walk in and it looks like you're at a Carniceria a.k.a. a meat market. Then you're led into the actual dining room and we were even more blown away because it is so beautiful, the art on the wall the whole vibe was just amazing. Mind you when places look really nice and fancy I have not had the best experience with the food but this place is up to par. My husband ordered a chile Colorado plate and it was so good, we also ordered the roasted cauliflower as an appetizer and it was delicious. The only thing I do wish is that they offered more than just beer, wine, and seltzers it would be nice to see some cocktails in the mix. Already planning our second date night here! read more
4 years ago
I was initially looking for a brewery to spend my Saturday evening, but was so surprised to come across this hidden gem! I tried a beer flight, and was thoroughly impressed by all the depth of flavor of each beer, even the lager. For food, I ordered the bodega fries, Chile verde Mac and cheese, as well as the Confit Spare Ribs. The bodega fries were super flavorful. The star of the entire dish was the steak! It was honestly some of the most flavorful steaks, with such good texture as well. The mac and cheese I will say was the star of the night. Although the Mac and cheese doesn't have the same texture as regular Mac and cheese (thick and creamy), it certainly had the perfect amount of flavor from the Chile verde. The Confit Spare ribs were cooked to perfection, falling right off the bone. They were both acidic and sweet, with the sauce just completing the dish. The portions were also great for all the dishes. The ambiance also added to the overall meal. I initially heard about this place through Disney, since they have some beers at DCA, but it definitely it such a cute little spot for many different occassions. read more
The food here is amazing, I can't wait to come back for more. I enjoyed the chicken Caesar sandwich and my partner had the bodega dog, pretty large portion. The service was incredible, from the moment we walked into the shop to the time we were sat, ate and left. Can get a bit noisy but it's still one amazing experience. I must add I had one of the best micheladas ever here. read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
If looks can be deceiving, walked in thinking we were lost only to find a hidden gem! Delightful staff and ambiance. Bartender made the experience even more delightful for us sitting at the bar for dinner. Food was deliciously paired with great beers. The bartender made great suggestions and allowed of to try various house in brewed beers that were so refreshing and nice to taste. A must go in uptown Whittier! Xo read more
1 year ago
Such gems in Uptown Whittier & this is definitely one of them. Love that patrons enter through what looks like a meat locker door. The restaurant has a cozy feel, and the service is super friendly, albeit slow at times. I ordered a Buena Suerte Michelada, and it was ice cold, tall, and tasty. For my entree, I chose appetizers: confit spareribs and the chile verde Mac & cheese. The meat fell off the ribs, and the flavor is addictive! The latter was just ok because the spice of the chile was a bit off for me. It didn't seem to pair well with the pasta shells & light cheese. My BF's Chile Colorado was DELICIOUS! For dessert, the dulce de leche is a definite winner. We will be back for a steak soon! read more
4 years ago
A really cool spot to stumble upon. I was drinking at the Whittier Brewing Co and they had nothing to eat. My husband found this nearby, thanks to Yelp. Apparently they opened Nov 2021. The "store" looks like a small "butcher shop" but the host will walk you through the fridge door and bam. Theres the place. Really nice interior. The ceiling is beautiful. They have a dark green velvety booth. Hip looking place, pretty upscale. The beers/seltzers were good. Kinda small, wished they had larger sizes. My chicken burger was Amazing, a solid 10, ID DEF RECOMMEND! $16 but came with a ton of fries. Husband got a burger and added bacon, $21 in total for his but kinda dissatisfied, lacked sauce and maybe throw in a pickle spear or something. I wouldve given 5 stars but the gal behind the bar was absolutely horrible at pouring beers. We want beer to the very rim of the glass, and this chick was serving beers with an inch of foam. No honey... no... read more
This place is a hidden gem "Speak Easy". Looks like a butchers market from the outside. I made reservations for 1:30pm to try out the Brunch menu. Unfortunately, by the time we were seated & attended at our table it was 5min to 2PM. The waitress told us they were already transitioning to the Lunch Menu. Service was a little slow but it seemed as though they only had 2 waitresses attending all the tables. It would have been nice to be informed on the change of menu times as we were getting seated so it gives guest a chance to quickly place their order before the transition. The lunch menu doesn't have many options to choose from so one of us ordered the Burger & a Caesar Salad with Steak. The burger & fries did not disappoint. Although the salad was very tasty I was a little disappointed with the way it is served. The steak was tasty but they serve it in crumbly pieces more for street tacos. Usually when you order steak on a salad it's in either skirt style slices or just simply larger slices that can be easily eaten with a salad. The wedge came in whole so I had to chop it up on a very wobbly table. Again, it was a good salad just didn't appreciate how it is served. We did 2 flights so gave us the chance to try 8 different Brews. We were bummed that the 3 main brews we wanted to try were out but the others we tried were really good. If you like dark I recommend Buena Suerte. I do plan on giving this place another shot hopefully attempt brunch again or check out the Dinner menu & hopefully up my rating. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
Nice elegant yet casual spot. You feel like you're going to be slaughtered when you go through the door though lol jokes. Food is amazing. Food taste home made. Service is great. Ambience is so dope. Love me some Tupac too. HIGHWAY 72 COLLAB SERIES is a must rue so delicious. read more
3 years ago
5 years ago
Friendly staff and cool ambiance with excellent food and beer I had the Hazelitt Hazy IPA which was delicious paired with the short rib chilaquiles. Can't wait to come back with the boyfriend and try the flights read more
3 years ago
My wife and I have been wanting to try this place for a few months and we finally decided to stop by. As soon as we arrived we were greeted by Joe. Joe was really friendly and provided amazing customer service. He was able to get us a table for two despite it being really busy. The service inside was also great and very prompt. The ambiance inside was very nice and we loved how everything looked. The Tinga Chicken,, Bistro Fries and house beers were delicious. The chicken was moist and the fries were flavorful. We will definitely be coming back! read more
This place was dope. We had the chicken sliders, fries and some beers and they were all good. The chicken sliders were a good size and the fries were better than most. They have brewery stickers if you're into collecting them. There's a parking structure across the street as well as some street parking. We were seated right away at the bar but there was a line when we were leaving so I imagine it gets busy. I'd recommend making reservations. The bartenders were really attentive. Will definitely go back!! read more
5 years ago
If you're looking for a new restaurant with great drinks, new interesting food items and excellent service- La Bodega is the place you want to be at on a Saturday night . I was pleasantly surprised to have such on point service, our server Mailey was very good and offered her suggestions before we could even ask . I had a red blend wine ( field recordings) which was extremely delicious ! I highly suggest that if you are not a beer person . My fiancée had a beer flight and really enjoyed that . They did take a while to get him his beers due to a tap issue but they recovered the mishap by bringing us an extra flight . We ended the evening with a dulce de leche cheesecake. Wow , so good and definitely better than the one from Cheesecake Factory which is overly sweet and has way too much whip cream . Will definitely be returning to la bodega . read more
This is a cool place ... butcher shoppe meats speakeasy. When you go through the front doors , a worker comes out to ask if you have reservations and tell you about the resturant. You could always come in and buy some meat from the cooler area in the lobby or some sauce or other gadgets. Opted for the chicken sliders ... they were good... the honey on top of the chicken added a nice touch. Wanted to upgrade the fries to the La budges fries, but asked the waitress and that's an option they don't do. Would of been cool if you could pay an extra fee to upgrade the regular fries. The la bodega fries looked delicious. It's nice you can sample different beers on tap before ordering a beverage. The mango seizter is pretty good. Would recommend. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Such a great place to eat. Food & drinks were amazing. Chef Jose & the other chefs killed it! Pleasure eating here. Remember it's a speakeasy so share the word but only with great people. Great ambiance great setting. Love,Love, Love y Buena Suerté read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
More info about La Bodega Brewing
6711 Comstock Ave
Whittier, CA 90601
Directions
(562) 600-3453
Call Now
Visit Website
http://www.labodegabrewingco.com
Full menu
Hours
Payment methods
Food & Alcohol
Services
Indoor Amenities
Outdoor Amenities
Other Amenities
From the Business
More Info
Health Score
La Bodega Brewing Reviews in Other Languages
Ask the Community - La Bodega Brewing
Are kids allowed?
Yes, kids are allowed. I bring my daughter all the time, especially for weekend brunch.
Hi do you do margarita flights?
Yes, we offer agave wine based margaritas and flights
Are kids allowed in?
Yes. Kids are definitely allowed. After 8pm the restaurant tends to be more of an adult crowd.
When will you guys be open?
Opened now for the soft opening. But the wait can be long depending on members that get preferential treatment when they arrive.
Why does Yelp recommend reviews?
23 reviews that are not currently recommended
The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.
3 years ago
2 years ago
4 years ago
3 years ago
4 years ago
1 year ago
2 years ago
4 years ago
1 year ago
3 years ago
4 years ago
3 years ago
3 years ago
10 months ago
3 years ago
2 years ago
5 years ago
4 years ago
4 years ago
10 months ago
