We accidentally discovered this gem while waiting for Sampa to open. We parked across the street and couldn't ignore the lively beats coming from the lot next door. Naturally, we followed the music... and wow, what a vibe! This place is such a vibe-y outdoor hangout spot. Super cute, super chill. The first thing you see? A full bar built into a refurbished 1954 Spartan Trailercoach and yes, it's as cool as it sounds, serving beer and craft cocktails. The music was bumpin', the energy was up, but it still had this cozy, intimate feel. Perfect combo. My boyfriend and I both got the Paloma and we snagged a spot in the back to catch the DJ doing his thing. Our table was a little wobbly and my cocktail tipped! Such a bummer but the bartender didn't miss a beat. She sent someone to clean it up immediately and replaced my drink with a fresh one. Didn't catch her name but shoutout to her for the amazing service! There was a big group nearby just vibing, laughing, and living their best life. The whole place felt like a spontaneous backyard party you never want to leave. So glad we wandered in this is definitely a new fave. read more

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Back at the resident for New Year's Eve a second year in a row. The bar tenders are so nice and make beautiful cocktails! I like the variety of drinks they have! They also had a good option this year! Yummy tacos, quesadillas and nachos were available for purchase. The staff was really on it, always making rounds to clear empty glasses outside. Fun 90's and 2000's music going all night. There were plenty of tables outside and quite a few heaters to keep you warm! This is a fun place to go in general but also definitely a fun and chill vibe for new years eve! read more

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So fun! DJ Libra was wonderful, music was uplifting and hitting the right vibe. Drinks were really good. The bartender, Becks, was really accommodating and patient. Frozen Strawberry lemonade cocktail - tasted exactly like a starburst, very sweet, but fun. I couldn't finish it. Spicy Paloma - my friend ordered like three of them so I guessssss he liked them :D Union -something drink - really great, made with gin, easy to drink. Trivia night - so fun and funny. Would def come back for more :) read more

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Came here after dinner and it's such a cute vibe. It was kinda early so there was plenty of seating, but not sure what it's like later in the night. The drinks were so so, but it's a nice place to hang out. read more

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I've come to Resident for NYE for the past couple of years with my friend and it's always been a blast. We come earlier in the night to get prime seats by a heater so we're set for the night. There's vendors selling food throughout the night, but you're able to Uber Eats some McDonalds and Pizza to the bar as the night goes on when the drunchies kick in. read more

The resident has great music and amazing bartenders, Stefanie pours like I do and her drinks are not only good but strong just like her. read more

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Only giving it a 4 star because we showed up pretty late and it was winding down (our bad). But I would love to check it out on a summer night, the place is very spacious. It was 80s night and the DJ was great! We ordered a Paloma and they were delicious. Definitely would go back and try it out again. read more

A fun small bar and live music venue. It's a good size for modest events, but it might be uncomfortable if it's too crowded. There is parking, but you either have to pay for nearby lots or go a few blocks away and park on the street. This is a fairly nice area, so I don't mind parking blocks away and walking. Prices are average for this area. Expect to pay around $15 per cocktail. read more

Me and a friend came to have a drink. There was a special event apparently and we couldn't go inside unless we signed up on eventbrite. We didn't wanna do all that so we just chilled by the firepit. I ordered a Chaparral and it was decent. I'll be back another night to see what the interior is like. read more

one of my favorite places to grab a drink and just hang out, the vibes are pretty chill, but there's usually a dj playing music, service the girls at the bar are usually pretty attentive and cool def recommend stopping by read more

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Really fun spot to grab a drink in the downtown LA area. I've been here a few times. At least once during the day to meet up with someone for a drink, and at least once during the night when they actually had a small show here with a musician that I was following (Porcelain Raft). The bartenders here are pretty efficient. The cocktails look good and the selection of spirits is solid, but I think I stuck to beers the times I was here. Definitely a great spot for a casual meet up or just to hang out with friends. It's got a pretty big outside area with seating as well as a bar inside. read more

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Came here for my birthday yesterday to celebrate with folks and have drinks. So easy and fun - great Sunday 2-4 happy hour. Service was good and the vibes were great. read more

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Great place if you want overpriced drinks after church on Sunday, not so much if you're trying to have a good time! read more

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We were on the hunt for a bar and we came across this place, and we totally dig it! It's an outdoor spot with both indoor and outdoor seating, and they've got a full bar. It's great for happy hour, but it can get pretty loud. read more

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One of the best spots in Los Angeles. So much fun! But I know many neighbors that go there. Concert venue. Bar & usually food. Nice people. Fun crowd. So many good memories here. Thanks Resident!! read more

Such a fun spot, especially when there's a DJ. Great during the summertime! I've always had a great time and delicious drink at this spot. Definitely add it to your arts district night out. read more

We were in the mood to do some late night dancing so we found the resident in downtown LA to be quite the fun happening spot... They have a great outdoor area with a couple of airstream trailers as bars and food outlets.. we chose to go on Saturday night because they had an 80s DJ. Unfortunately the DJ kept taking our request but he never played our songs... It's a small dance area. And very narrow. Masks are not required. At this moment. read more

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This security guard is outright unfair and fucked up. She gave NO reasoning as to how my friend looked. He just came back from a concert and looked tired, but she assumed he was intoxicated and would not let him in. HE WAS SOBER? And she couldn't back up her allegations to him being intoxicated. He was literally sober and she wouldn't let him in. DO NOT COME HERE IF YOU WANT TO BE PROFILED! They singled him out and would not let him in. read more

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Just moved to LA and luckily landed here one night with my girlfriend for some late night fun. We love this place, coming for a day time function or night time slide we have a great time. Overall the crowd is always real expressive with their outfits, socially outgoing, and friendly. I like that there are options for an outside and indoor seating/dance floors. Having just moved from atx it's real cool that this place has so much talent coming through for entertainment. It was real nice seeing some artists from Texas make their way out here to put on. I always try to keep a good ear out for the music anywhere I choose to spend demon time at and this place is it. All the times my girlfriend and I have been here we usually find it easy to dance along with the music, make friends, and sip good drinks! read more

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Fun space! Love the outside patio- perfect for a group hang. Love the djs they have. Went for a show once in the indoor space, that was cool too. read more

Great outdoor space lots of plants all around. Love the ambiance music can be heard outside as well and there is also an indoor bar. Walking distance of urth cafe. Free Parking on the streets. read more

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There isn't anything I don't love about this place. Staff and service is a 10/10. The bartenders are so friendly and staff comes around to pick up empty glasses and arrange for more seating throughout the night quickly. The drinks are AMAZING. Happy hour ends at 7 pm making beers $6 and cocktails $12. The inside doesn't open until 9 pm but the outdoor bar tending trailer is super cool (seen in photo). The margaritas and palomas are (rightfully) so popular that they are served on tap outside. I was nervous what the alcohol ratio would be like because of this but it was still yummy and gave a great buzz. The ambience is also 10/10 with an outdoor DJ playing chill music, string lights hanging across the patio, and lots of greenery throughout. It feels like a zen den hidden in the busy night life of the arts district. Location is great, given LA's reputation for parking. Right across from Urth Caffe, I never struggle to find parking by the Arts District Co Op. So much to do in this area! read more

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We often come here on the weekends. Its our way to meet up with friends and casually drink. I prefer cocktails so I always order the pretty in pink. It has the right amount of sweetness. Security: they check id and bags before they let you in. Physical id only. read more

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Came here for a party event was fun but the fact they charged my wifes card multiple times and over what we ordered we were not drinking much since we had to drive to ventura ca. The charges are insane. read more

Yep this isn't my first rodeo here. Showed up for a friends birthday for some chatting a drinking and food truck munchies. It's a really good vibe, even on a cold night we stood outside but one of the fires they had going on and just relaxed. Well I left early because of a morning appointment so didn't get to go inside to enjoy the DJ and dancing but seen pics ok the staff here and security where friendly and where full of information about parking if you need to know. I parked right on the street I got lucky. Alright 5 stars for comfort zone. read more

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The way this place operates is deeply disappointing. People are being removed without clear explanation, and when questioned, the staff respond in an unprofessional manner. Security behavior is especially concerning pulling out tasers unnecessarily when there was no aggression or threat on our part. This kind of response was completely uncalled for. I would not recommend this place. There are far better and more respectful options elsewhere. read more

Y'all need better security! "Security Guard" escalated things for no reason. Saying "let's go outside and we can fight". We went outside and he did absolutely nothing. Dumb and dumber thinking they scaring someone with that little ass taser. read more

My night was going good with all my friends. We went outside to get some air because it was crowded inside. We decided to go back in to dance and as soon as we walked in a girl said one of my friends touched her and said it was the second time. We were outside the whole time, nobody touched her, mind you it was really crowded, it's a small bar. We had burly went inside, and of course she went to go tell sercuity. Security then told us we had to get out because we were too "intoxicated" , so we left but security started to push my boyfriend , when my boyfriend was literally exiting out. Things go heated , but i don't like the fact that they targeted us so fast without even getting an explanation from our side. We literally walked in and there was a problem . WEIRD ASF. Get better sercuity because them little ass sercuitys weren't even going to do anything. Plus they took out a taser . read more

Resident is THE place to be for any sort of occasion or simply just for a fun night out! I came here for my 30th birthday and everyone at my party told me how much fun they had and can't wait to come back on another evening. Dija at Resident helped me arrange everything to make my birthday special and accommodating. Herself and the entire staff are friendly and awesome! Thank you so much Resident for hosting such an amazing milestone birthday and I'm looking forward to visiting again soon :) read more

I feel compelled to warn others about our experience at residency. My girlfriend, who doesn't drink much, ordered one drink here and quickly began exhibiting symptoms consistent with being drugged. This is not something we take lightly. We immediately sought medical attention. A bar should be a safe place to enjoy yourself, but what happened here was nothing short of horrifying. I spend all my time with her so it had to be a bartender with ulterior motives. Watch yourself when you come to this bar read more

I've been here two times now and both around the same time of the year (January) however once pre-COVID and the other in 2023. Both times I've enjoyed my time here and they have a great outdoor patio seating. There's trees and nice space to seat near the fires going out there for a great place to drink. This last time I came here it was absolutely pouring outside so we had to have our drinks inside. The place was dead on a Monday night but understandable given it was about 5:30pm with a torrential downpour outside. They do have happy hour specials which is nice, and they also have margaritas and Paloma's on tap which is pretty cool. Will hopefully return sometime again! read more

New obsession! I had no idea this place existed before yesterday when I stumbled by after brunch. Me and a group of girlfriends checked it out and we could have stayed all day. Large outdoor space with big tables and lots of privacy. Drinks we easy to get at the trailer and there was never a line whenever we went up for more. I had a spicy margarita and then switched over to the pink drink. They were both very tasty, and I loved that they were already pre-made. Met the man in the back who supposedly mixes them every day. Tasted fresh and summery. Such a great spot for a nice warm day or evening. Can't wait to come back. read more

First timer- was out bar hopping on date night on a Sunday. My thoughts: cute af! Kind of easy to miss from street side. Once you walk in, a space opens up to food trucks, a large outdoor dining area, there's a bar that looks like it was a club pre-covid that you can walk into to order your drinks as well. For the outdoor area- who doesn't love plants and string lights? Plenty of seating for large or small groups. Area is clean. Small firepits at booths. Went there to drink, next time will go back to try some of the food. Full bar, drinks were made in like a record setting minute, may I recommend the Down In Mexico... Mezcal lovers, this is a 10/10! I believe they host live music here, can't wait to go back when mrs. covid allows! Overall, great hangs and good vibes here. read more

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Came in for a quick drink. There's two trunks at the entrance - one for food & one for drinks. We ordered two drinks - a canned Laguintas Maximus IPA and a mezcal drink (i think it was Como La Flor but might be wrong). Either way both were good. The mezcal one was really earthy and strong. Worth the price. The ambiance was a bit two sided for me. It was mellow and quiet at first like a lounge but as the night progressed it became more congested and loud like a club feel. Both were fine, but mostly I was just a bit annoyed by the groups of people smoking weed right next to me. read more

Ambiance is great and the nice touch of games to play made it interactive. Ample seating and music was not too loud!

Great mixture of crowd. Some old and some young just enjoying life. The vibe and crowd depends on the type of night. The 70s disco night was packed. Like can barely walk packed. Nights like that are no fun for me. You barely have room to dance. We also came to a 90s night and that was an great vibe and not as packed. We were able to dance with plenty of room and easily grab a drink. FYI: They do measure drinks here, so if your hoping to get a heavy hand here, then think again. read more

Chill vibes & the drink wasn't too bad! Service was fast but we also arrived early, around 9ish. The dj started playing at 9 & had some off music but I've heard it gets bumping once larger crowds arrive read more

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Nice outdoor area to chill with friends and grab some drinks. They have trailers that sell alcohol or you can grab from inside the venue. I went on a Friday night when resident was presenting cuffing season! Pretty cool vibes and played good music. read more

I came here to see DJ LEX! Lately they've had so many events at the Resident. I love that they have an outdoor area & the bar tenders are super nice & friendly! read more

This rating is about experience: My partner and I ventured to check out this bar based on recommendation, and we were pleasantly surprised with our experience. We came in the evening, so the lights were strung up, and most of the heating aka the bonfire-like machines were working... and actually except ours! We bought our drinks and attempted to sit by one but it simply wasn't working. My partner ended up asking for help and one of the managers came out to assist us (Todd!). Long and fun story cut short: Todd couldn't quite get it to work (because I think the machine itself was busted), but he continued to take care of us the rest of the night that it felt like fam. (Go Rainbows!) We got to experience one of the bands playing in the inside venue because of him, and got to see what that was like. Next, would like to try the food truck across from the drinks! Overall, it's a gem! Parking can be a little challenging though! read more