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    R Bar

    3.9 (709 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
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    Divey
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    Moderate noise
    Juke Box

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    Katelyn K.

    My friends and I had dinner nearby and my husband found this place on Yelp. When we stopped by it was still early in the evening so there were only 2 customers when we stopped by. We ordered a few drinks at the bar and a basket of fries. We asked to sit at the reserved table and since no one was there, the bartender let us. We had a great time drinking and catching up. Fries was good and I really liked the drink my husband ordered, bubble rainbow bunnies. Eventually more customers came in and the bar was popping. Definitely check it out!

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    Casey M.

    Staff is great, this bar is always welcoming and the karaoke vibes are killer. If you're in the area, treat yourself to something lovely and enjoy!

    Rebecca R.

    A great little bar where everybody knows your name. One of the gems of Los Angeles, this is one of those friendly bars where everyone is super chill and there's no pretension. The food is amazing tbh. Surprisingly good. The fried are crispy and crunchy with a hint of rosemary. The karaoke is fun and laid back. The people are warm. The bathrooms could use a little updating but work...sometimes. Parking can be an issue. Wish they had something worked out with a parking lot where you can park for a couple bucks. Overall this place is a great place for a birthday or when you just want to get out of the house and sing a few tunes.

    Kendon T.

    This place was great. The bartender Andrew was very friendly and didn't mind chatting at all. He told us the sign outside says the place used to be a movie theater a long time ago. Inside is something out of a Robert Louis Stevenson novel. It almost feels like you stepped into an episode of dark shadows. Very cool. The cheese fries were good too. If I had a critique it would be that there's only one choice for red and white wine but honestly it didn't take anything away from the vibe.

    Daniela V.

    Pictures speak for themselves lol. it's unfortunate and I understand that things happened but I feel the situation could've been handled better this past sunday night. (memorial day weekend) Drinks were ok but the male bartender has terrible customer service and I HATE writing this review but R bar lacks professionalism in all its employees.

    Stephanie V.

    The perfect bar to wind-down. Nestled in the heart of K-town, R bar is definitely a go to. Though Uber is highly recommended, unless you live in the area, you may try your luck searching for parking. Monday's is HH all day! Was tended by a friendly bartender, and Monday night crowd was chill. This is a perfect place for a first date, date night or just a night out with friends. Outside looking in the establishment looks deceitfully small, but once inside there is plenty of seating.

    Esenia J.

    Love that it is a woman owned bar (so I've heard). Their drinks are pretty strong. I've only been here a few times but it is always full of people here, good ambiance.

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    2 months ago

    Great night at R Bar! Awesome vibe, good drinks, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back!

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    My go to bar anytime I'm in LA. The drinks are exceptional and the staff is very friendly and makes you always feel welcome.

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    love this place!!! karaoke goes off! good food and decent bar prices. What more could you want?!

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    Love this spot! A must do when you're in Koreatown for drinks. Can't wait to grab another round there soon.

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    Ask the Community - R Bar

    Is there karaoke brunch on Saturdays?

    I'm pretty sure that's only on Sundays

    Is there karaoke Saturday nights?

    Yes!

    What time is Happy Hour and days?

    Happy hour is Wednesday-Sunday 4pm-7pm

    Does this bar serve alcohol free beverages?

    Yes, water!

    Is there karaoke on friday nights?

    Sorry, no... BUT we do have it on Thurs.,Sat and Sun nights at 9 pm and also during Sunday Brunch from 2 pm- 6pm.. Let us know if we can help you further. Thank you for the question!

    Hi there! Is there brunch karaoke?

    Yes! Our Sunday Karaoke Brunch is from 12p-4p, with karaoke running from 2-6pm!

    Do they still do trivia?

    Yes, Wednesdays at 8 pm.

    Is Karaoke happen again? I wasn't sure if you'd resumed post COVID reopening.

    Hi! No, karaoke has not been allowed since lockdown began and restrictions are still in place. We will not have karaoke until California lifts it's social distancing (and other) restrictions. We are hoping to have it back soon, though, so stay… Read more

    What kind of music is played Saturday nights?

    Hello! At the moment, it's an eclectic mix of dance, house, rock, techno and Latin beats. Hope to see you soon!

    What nights are karaoke?

    Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday nights. They also have karaoke during brunch from 2-6 on Saturday and Sunday

    What is the password? Today?

    Peep their instagram for it, changes weekly

    Do you guys accept a performer to do a karaoke night?

    What does this mean? If you're asking because you are a professional vocalist, sure you can get up and sing, there are many people of professional level that sing here. Do you mean you want to be able to do a showcase of several songs on a karaoke… Read more

    What kinds/styles of music do you offer for karaoke?

    Any style you want. Complete library.

    What kind of music?

    Old school and 90s hip hop.

    What is their official facebook page or twitter? maybe a link can be provided? thanks!

    http://facebook.com/rbarktown

    Are people under 21 allowed?

    It's a BAR! So no

    What time does Brunch end on Sundays?

    Brunch is Saturdays and Sundays 11am to 4pm. $15 bottomless mimosas with $10 food purchase. Karaoke on Saturdays and Sundays 2pm to 6pm.

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    Review Highlights - R Bar

    All of the karaoke hosts mixes are always on point and I can't imagine going anywhere else for karaoke.

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    I'll start with the positives. The location is very nice. Designed with an elegant, but…read moreminimalistic vibe. I love that, traditional mixed modern social dining feel. I had placed a phone order, for pick up; upon arrival, I found the service was prompt. I saw my food ready to go, just past the main walk-in area. Almost immediately after that, I was taken care of by the host and on my way. I've been waiting to try this place for ages so on the drive back to work I was excited to steal a piece of meat from the bag. Initial bite flavor was good, meat was tender just a bit on the chewy side.. I wasn't bothered by it too much as I'd have to leave it in an oven warmer at work. Trying to keep food warm, in doing so, I knew there'd be only two possible outcomes, melting tender or either tough & dry. So, the dish of meat and rice sat in the warmer for almost an hour hour and a half. The downhill slope.... Set the "meat " on the veggies and began to eat. Meat after meat, I kept experiencing the same exact texture. It was the same exact rubbery chew, I initially tasted. Each and every piece was the same exact flavor. There was no peak, there was no pitfall. If you cook or grill, you know this is a red flag. Normally, consistency would be a good thing, a Master craftsman type experience, but this was NOT it. As go on, I get the sinking feeling, this can't be real meat. I lock in, the deeper I dig, each piece looks the same, broken apart the same, tastes the same, just various shapes. They can call me crazy for this one - I'll stand by it. Something is not right here. I'm not even going to throw it away. I'm going to study it for the next few days and post an updated review. I hope I'm wrong but as of right now, I'll never revisit this place. Too freaky of an experience. We

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