Highly recommend! Classic Glendale establishment!…read more The Famous has been under new ownership, a lovely woman, who has great new ideas for the bar. Lots of themed nights and engaging activities to really bring the community together. I love the creative and fun cocktails. Lots of asian themes but also traditional tiki drinks. Unfortunately parking may be a bit tough (you'll need to walk) - either street parking (paid in front), free street parking in the residential, or parking at the mall

(Drank 03/28/26 SA @ 6:00pm): How famous was this bar in Glendale?…read more After a late-afternoon film at the nearby AMC The Americana At Brand 18, my friend and I walked around a bit and eventually found ourselves at The Famous Bar. With the seemingly ever-changing landscape along Brand Blvd. in downtown Glendale, this establishment has been around since 2012 (which I believe was the first and only time I came here). Primarily known for its inventive craft cocktails and a killer whiskey selection, it was a nice place to sneak away into before or after your main event... or, maybe this could be the place to spend an entire evening. Would this bar famously make an impression on me to remember to return in the future!? PURCHASE(S) Fremont Brewing Dark Star Double Oatmeal Imperial Stout Beer 8.00% ABV 16floz Draft ($6.00 HH; Reg. $9.00): Dark brown color, coffee oatmeal roasty aroma, medium body, chocolate coffee oatmeal roasty toasty flavor, mouthfeel smooth finish, and coffee oatmeal roasty toasty aftertaste. This was a really tasty brew and my favorite of the two! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=ad_C9YTJYF9lVr2FOEQLkg 12" Margherita Pizza ($20.00 HH; Reg. $26.00): A simple pizza with a somewhat thin crust that was kind of cardboardy, the flavor was rather pedestrian with chewy mozzarella although the basil was fragrant and fresh. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=kdkvUttCLmMOAGQ1nyp5tg Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. Danish Red Amber Lager Beer 5.50% ABV 16floz Draft ($5.00 HH; Reg. $8.00): Dark amber red color, malty allspice aroma, low body, malty sweet flavor, clean smooth finish, and malty sweet aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=QQjsTWce5Lstcxj5PowrYw Steak Fries ($7.00 HH; Reg. $9.00): This was an impulse buy as something to pair with my second beer. A decent portion-sized snack, each spud stick was hot, steaming, and thick and came with a side of ketchup. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=GVoy0nzxFUL6rHWaxNdG7Q SERVICE We were warmly greeted by a sole young woman behind the bar who handed us a menu and directed us to sit anywhere. After a few minutes of reviewing the menu, we each placed our order at the bar, our drinks were delivered quickly while the food took mere minutes to arrive at the table. We had to approach the bar each time we ordered something, but any empty glasses and plates were collected at the table. Once we closed out our tabs, we were thanked for coming as we headed out into the night. Everything was chill and easy - thank you! PARKING (Varied; FREE this instance): I parked in the nearby original Glendale Galleria parking structure and simply walked over first to The Americana then to this place. Otherwise, there was limited parking along the main drag of Brand Blvd. and other surrounding side streets, the nearby Glendale Galleria II parking structure, The Americana parking structure that offered validation, numerous public transportation options, and rideshares - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A dark cavernous speakeasy-like place with open space, various tables and couches strewn about, and a large long somewhat decorative bar with an impressive whiskey selection displayed behind it. I appreciated the exposed brick walls which gave it that old-time feel with a few framed pictures hung on them. Minimal natural lighting came through the front doors and windows while minimal electric ceiling lights filled in rest. There was at least one projection TV where we watched the Dodgers game while music played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=SomLKsk1KVcemeOCHGOZfg ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL It was nice to slip into The Famous Bar for the first time in over a decade, and if I found myself spending time in downtown Glendale again, I'd consider another visit. Sadly, I try to avoid the highly congested area as much as possible. I loved the fact that they had a daily happy hour (4pm-7pm) and late-night SU-TH happy hours (10:30pm-close), so there was always a deal to be found. The drinks were the main reason you came, while the food was just an add-on. The prices were elevated, but you had a good menu selection of libations (nice local craft beer list) to choose from. The customer service was easy, friendly, and straightforward. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $42.00 BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

This local watering hole is an icon in the community. As soon as you walk in you feel nostalgic…read morewith the dark lighting, wooden bar and rustic decor. Met my beautiful sister Nikki here for a mid week happy hour cocktail per her suggestion. It was perfect! we sat at the bar for a quick meetup and then headed home before the sky turned dark... *Full service Bar *Neighborhood watering hole *Friendly service *Margarita was perfect ~Free street parking ~ and that's all I have to say about that ~

Wow! Gold Rail Bar is such a hidden gem. The moment I walked in the door I felt welcomed. It has…read moresuch a warm vibe and a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. The fireplace adds to the ambience. This place underwent an ownership change in October 2023 and is under new management. It's your classic friendly neighborhood dive that serves up expertly crafted cocktails at budget friendly prices. The bartenders are fantastic! Especially Alex, who is friendly & engaging. I specifically came here to support my girl, Johanna. She was doing a guest bartending shift. An added bonus was also seeing Alex and my buddy Juan (who also works here). In honor of National Margarita Day (2/22) Johanna created some specialty cocktails featuring Tromba Tequila. I started with a Classic Margarita. It was absolutely perfect and made with fresh lime & agave. The bartenders here make everything from scratch. No bottled mixers, which is how it should be. For dessert I had the Espresso Martini (Tromba Cafeto, Tromba Reposado, & Cold Brew). It was my first time having an Espresso Martini with tequila, and it was delicious! Perfectly balanced and not overpowering. During my visit I had the pleasure of speaking with the new owner, Sung. She was darling and she genuinely cares about her establishment, staff, and clientele. We had a great chat and she told me that she's thinking of adding a dart board and possibly a Pac Man tabletop. Most importantly, she wants to make sure customers have a memorable experience. I can honestly say that it absolutely was for me! Even though it was a school night I couldn't leave without doing a shot with my favorite crew. A Mexican Candy shot (Tromba Blanco, Watermelon, Agave), which was another delicious creation that I thoroughly enjoyed. This may have been my first visit to Gold Rail Bar, but it definitely won't be my last. I love, love, love this place! And, it's dog friendly too! Follow them on IG to keep up with special events. @goldrailbar *Happy Hour Daily 4 - 7 pm Late night Tues & Thursday *Monday: Free pool *Tequila Tuesday: $8 Margaritas & shots *Wednesday: Free Trivia 8:30 pm Thursday: Karaoke 9 pm

Wow our first time trying out one of the VIP rooms with the private space! Definitely worth it! It…read morecan accommodate a lot of people, there are several billiard tables to play at and relax, and the bartenders in the back are working hard and quick to give you and your friends the drinks! Tried out and became a huge fan of the green tea shots. Totally unexpected in terms of flavor and taste from how one would think it would be like from the name. I enjoyed using the billiard tables and playing darts. The bathrooms were also private, just very dark in the hallway to walk through, but the light switches work. You can follow the timeslots of the booking options online but there is an option to choose a custom time for more money. I like the chalkboard feature where you can name your party/hangout event and pretty much customize the sign to your liking. Would definitely like to do this again in the future. You can choose either the upstairs one (more people included) or the downstairs one. Parking can be paid if you park in the meters but there is some street parking you can be lucky with to park at for free.

Mr Furley's Bar is one of the popular dive bar in downtown Glendale. This bar is extremely spacious…read morewith multiple red pool tables, tv and a full bar with wooden counter top. Similarly, they have photo booth and clean restroom. Their alcoholic drinks from beers to cocktails are extensive with unique nicknames as well as their food. Bartender is friendly and competent. We came here to grab a drink after work and watch the NBA and Dodgers games. Plenty of parking garage in the area. Overall, I had a good time at Mr. Furley. I highly recommend.

Was visiting the area with family and we stopped in for lunch as it was walking distance to our…read morehotel. Service was good and the menu was decent. I came back the following evening for a cocktail and a cockroach ran across my foot. Finished my drink, paid and left. Clean that up and it would be a 3-4 rating.

Happening for the World Cup and ordered the Ceviche for $14 to $15. IT WAS A SUPER NOOOOO…read more A 3 rating for the vibe and a ZERO for this wack ceviche!

We came in for happy hour and they have good deals on food and drinks. We got a couple of cocktails…read moreand the chicken strips, as well as the guac. Everything was delicious. We ordered at the bar. It wasn't that crowded but there are definitely better tables than others. Since it was the late afternoon, the sun was streaming in and could be disadvantageous depending on the table position. That's not the bar's fault. It's nice and dark otherwise inside, and the interior is a cool vibe. I look forward to coming back for happy hour again.

This place has a great aesthetic. The decor and outdoor seating is so cute, and their menu is…read moretypical Californian pub food. My carne asada fries were good, but the chili dog stole the show. Although the food was alright, the service here is enough to keep me from returning. My friend and I were sitting on their patio at around 7:10 when a worker placed a "Reserved: 7pm-10pm" sign on our table without even batting us an eye. We got the vibe that we weren't welcome, so we left as soon as we could.

We absolutely love Dave's we have been coming here for a few years and have officially made it our…read morehome bar. Bartenders are all amazing, karaoke nights are the best. One pool table though which is always a wait if you don't catch it on time. But as I sit here and write this the AC is not working I am sweating and it's so hot it makes me want to leave sooner I really Hope the owners can fix this or at least get Some more fans in here to help the bartenders and patrons keep cool

Smells a little. One table, nice staff! Food? I don't know. Dave is missing though...read more

We were here on Tuesday afternoon and it was not busy at all. It was the tail end of happy hour so…read morewe got our food and drink orders in before that ended. The old fashioned was good as was their twist on the spritz. I loved the fried pickles (also from the happy hour menu). The server was great. She came by at the right times and was friendly and answered our questions about the menu. This is a great spot for happy hour and I'm glad to have discovered it.

Their outdoor patio is the reason to come here! Lots of seating, enclosed shaded area, good tunes,…read moredog friendly, and cute decor. No parking lot, but there's plenty of parking along the side streets. Beef Sliders - Comes with two. The sliders were overall well done. Like done done. The beef itself was so well done it was hard. And the sliders as a whole were also hard, as if they had either been under a heat lamp for far too long, or were sitting on the grill waiting to be ordered. Even the bread was hard. The flavor was ok, but it was difficult to get past the texture. Comes with fries. Those were delicious. Flor Daiquiri - Made with the Nicaraguan Flor de Cana rum. Sooooo good. Literally couldn't stop ordering these. The alcohol was subtle but definitely there. Perfectly balanced cocktail. Pretty affordable for LA prices. Cocktails were all around 15 bucks, food was around 20. I want to give this place another shot because of how cute the patio was and how great the drink I got was, so tbd on the food! Maybe the kitchen had an off night.

We had a great time there. Bella provided us with amazing service. I ordered the short ribs, and my…read moredate had the Salmon, and both dishes were delicious. The deserts were amazing as well.

amazing service from david! the service is great and very attentive with everything! will for sure…read morebe coming back!

I love neighborhood bars like this. It has style, is unpretentious, and draws people in because it…read moreoffers a classy retreat to spend time with friends. I met here with some other fans of the band Cannons the day before their show at the Hollywood Bowl. We had a great time and had some special cocktails curated by the band. We stayed late into the night and had a great time together while sipping some delicious cocktails. I recommend meeting up with friends here for a great time. The bartenders were super personable and took care of us all night.

Arrived at 7:30 on a Saturday night, plenty of seating available. If you aren't at the bar, there…read moreare small low tables with short little upholstered stools to balance on. Note for ladies, not flattering to be wearing a mini. The vibe is nice, but it was a bit too dark to be able to ready the drink menu. Expect to pay $17 a drink. The music was a tad too loud to have an intimate conversation. In a party of 5 couldn't hear the person across the tiny table, which after a hour I had a headache and left.

The food here is really tasty, the chicken shawarma and the sliders were my favorite! I had the…read morebest old fashioned smoked- it was killer. Staff very attentive and parking on Brand or in lot behind!

A little sketchy. I know the neighborhood well enough, but armed security with vests is a bit much…read more Hookah's fine, food's ok but the vibe ain't vibin. Update: I'm impressed by the owner reaching out and being receptive. I will definitely be back soon to reevaluate. Thank you Hovig, wishing you all the best & success.