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    The Hangar Bar

    3.7 (66 reviews)
    Closed 1:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    10/16/21 (sat): food menu!
    Mimi L.

    Whether you're shopping at Whole Foods or not, The Hangar Bar is a pretty adequate spacious joint to chill at. It may sound awkward to chill in a market but it really isn't. I must say it's a convenient spot. To note - this bar is not a full-on "bar" either. Many come for a quick grub or drink as they catch whatever sports game they got playing while others come to relax before going back to their daily grind. There is bar top & table seating (which is also shared with Mendocino Farms). Place your order at the bar though. Prior to covid, the bunz & I had visited a good handful of times for their food & drinks plus their pricing too. We have always enjoyed getting their charcuterie, wings & nachos! This month was our first visit back & it was a pleasant visit. No complaints. They still have a good selection of wine & beer. Cocktails - not bad but I will say it was better prior to covid. Our truffle fries was a great snacker, perfectly crisped. Service was good. Atmosphere was comfortable. Decent noise level. Overall, we would return in the future :)

    Pour of Pinot Noir from Sonoma. Pretty Tart. My wife would get this again.
    Nelson T.

    Underrated afternoon chill for getting draft beer and healthy pours of wine. We usually come during the week for the burger and beer deal. This time we came and the menu had added options such as the crab cake and fish and chips. Every time we come the server is friendly and gets our food out quickly. The seats are always abundant. Order. Eat. People watch.

    Thursday happy hour deal. Burger fries and a beer for less yhan$15. It was so good.
    Vanessa A.

    The burger was good along with the fries. You can never go wrong with the California Creamian beer. On Thursdays this is all for less than $15!

    My only weakness...
    Joe L.

    I'd like to start this review by stating that I don't really consider Hangar Bar to be a "bar". It's really a section of Whole Foods with many good beers on tap and a menu with a number of vegetarian and vegan options. What it does, it does very well, and I prefer Hangar Bar to most bars, including Back Bay Tavern (which I would say qualifies). Yeah, yeah, Whole Paycheck (sorry, Mr. Mackey, but it fits). Hangar Bar does have a number of specials that you can take advantage of, though. My wife and I visited on Thursday and did the $13 house burger and brew deal. Excellent call. We both had Beyond Burgers, the vegan alternative to meat, and this omnivore was very satisfied. If you don't like meat, you may not like this because it is a remarkable facsimile. I do wish the tomatoes and butter lettuce had been fresher. The french fries were outstanding, and my vegetarian wife suspected that they might have been cooked in beef tallow. You don't think...? If we return on a Thursday, we may do the $7 whole cheese pizza deal. You do know that you can bring any food from the store to have at the bar, right? I believe this applies to the beer and wine, too. Wednesday would be another good day to come because that's when Whole Foods discounts the salad bar. Hangar Bar also does Taco Tuesday (including vegetarian jackfruit) and a happy hour Monday through Friday, 4 to 6 pm. What about the beer? Well, how do you like 35 tap handles? Hangar Bar doesn't have a website, but you can check out TapHunter for their current draft list. They also have wine and cocktails. I will be sure to return for happy hour or for one of their daily specials. I like tasty, healthy food and good beer, so I like Hangar Bar, and I think that you will, too.

    A full bar in the grocery store? Yes please...
    Matt H.

    A bar in a supermarket. Who'da thunk it? Well whole Foods is no ordinary supermarket, and the Hanger Bar is not the typical bar. I think it exists as more of a way to get more people into Whole Foods and stay there longer, and as a way to get folks to try beers, wines and spirits on sale there. But hey, who am I to complain? I had a nice steak and eggs for brunch, and it was a rather large steak. It could have used a little seasoning while cooking, but nothing that a bit of salt and pepper could not cure. I would have also liked a bit of starch on the plate, but I'll fix that next time with a side of potatoes. The Bloody Marys are also very good, with Lava Bloody Mary mix, a really good option in my opinion. So I'll be back, at the very least on weekend afternoons when I am soloing it.

    Mandy L.

    I am a little disappointed that this wasn't here when I used to come to Whole Foods weekly during my work lunch break back in 2013. At the same time, I suppose it might actually be a blessing that this wasn't available back then, I can't even imagine how much money I would have spent here. Warning, if you tend to stress eat and drink, you may find it too easy to overspend here. Hangar Bar and Grill is such a fantastic new addition to the newly remodeled Whole Foods. It gives Whole Foods a little more options that the prepared foods bar with menu items that are cooked to order. There is also a bar with craft brews, and a rotating special menu with daily specials such charcuterie and wine, or a burger and brew combo. They also have happy hour! It is a little confusing because they don't have their menu posted (just a beer menu) but the food is all on a paper menu. You can order at the bar or order with a waiter. This is great for a casual work lunch or work happy hour. Not sure if it is good for anything else as it's situated inside a grocery store, so the ambiance isn't exactly "exciting". Parking is plenty, though traffic flow is awful, as per the entire District parking lot, but I do not think that part is going to change any time soon. I usually just come during off peak hours to avoid the traffic and the whole experience is much more pleasant.

    Porcini mushrooms cutlet with risotto
    Kristin Leigh M.

    "Why don't we go to Whole Foods for lunch?" I never thought I would hear my husband utter those words, but yesterday he did. We were going to get some hot food from the self service area... but I saw a child grabbing handfuls of lettuce, putting it in his bowl, and then putting it back with his hands. That was kind of a turn off. We walked to the front of the store and stumbled upon Hangar Bar. Cleverly named for the old hangers, the menu appealed to me because of its many non-meat options. I'm not a vegetarian by any means, but just trying to eat a little better. I opted for the porcini cutlet with risotto, while my other half had the burger. A place where we can both eat and be happy! Ahh! I was really satisfied with my mushroom, and he equally loved his burger. I managed a nibble on his fries, too, and thought they were tasty. I'm usually not a potato person. I look forward to going back and trying the charcuterie board! 2017: 13/100

    jenny t.

    Located inside Whole Foods Market. Never disappointed... the place to be Friday night. It was pretty busy this Friday night. The craft beers, the variety of food, customer service, and the price, all makes the experience even better. Entertainment is a plus! They have DJs to entertain guests, but usually 1 DJ at a time. Tonight's order included steak frites w/brussels sprouts, kale salad & another steak frites with side salad, because it's was so yummy the first time! No where around here can beat this! Variety of beer selection. Really enjoyed the raspberry (nitro style). Nutkin' futz has a really yummy nutty flavor. Customer service is great when they are able to get to you. A bit of patience is worth it. Apparently you can bring food from the market to eat here, at least we did & no one said anything.

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    Cody had excellent service with beer sample and was quick with getting the drinks and check

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    Thanks for dining with us. Come see us again soon, Vanessa.

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    2 years ago

    Service and ambiance is great at The Hangar Bar. Great selection of beer and the food menu is extensive. Food is good and hits the spot.

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    Food Service was great thanks again for. Ring so wonderful on my birthday! Delicious food !!!

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    Nice place to hang out and grab a quick bite and beer. Great beer selection. Quick, polite, courteous service. Will definetly comeback.

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    Great ambiance. good cocktails. Okay food. Bit pricey for what you get, but nice happy hour location

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    Thanks for the review, Christian. Cheers!

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    Ambiance is great. Feels like you're in a cabin in the woods. Service is prompt and friendly. Food…read moreis solid. Shrimp tacos hit and were absolutely packed with shrimp. Cocktails were tasty and followed the theme well. Will be bringing friends next time for sure!

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    Bar Tinto

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    Bar Tinto is more than a hidden gem. It is a rare find in Orange County. It offers some of the best…read moreMexico City style food items I've had anywhere other than CDMX itself. The chef uses his free range of creativity and offers such unique and amazing ingredients in all of his dishes. He truly cares and has a passion for beautiful food. My wife and I know alot of chefs and restaurants in SoCal and this is some of the best food we can find. Chef Jonathan and his kitchen staff are all one of a kind. They shop for only the freshest ingredients and offer a variety of seasonal dishes throughout the year. The Pork Belly Taco has been a long standing menu item that literally NEVER disappoints. It is incredible. Every tostada the chef creates is amazing. And the Green Goddess dressing on their salad is worthy of bottling and drinking straight. The wine program is also incredible. The range of wine is amazing and everyone on staff is SO knowledgeable about every wine they offer. If you aren't sure about wine or how to pick out you can give them the simplest explanation of what wine you want and they will bring over several bottles to chose from and will give you an in depth and beautiful description of all of them before you decide what you want. Amazing food, wine, music and vibes are all huge perks but what really sets Bar Tinto over the edge is the hospitality and kindness of all the staff. Great for date night, for a night out with friends, a spot to bring the parents too, literally any occasion. We look forward to sitting in tinto and enjoying the food and wine at least twice a week!! Gracias, Bar Tinto! 10/10

    Went to check out the Jazz nights at Bar Tinto and had a nice night out with a girlfriend. Seating…read morewas limited so make sure to come early, managed to grab one in the corner. Staff was really friendly and accommodating. They recommended an orange wine that we liked. The oysters were fresh too and the bread had a nice crunch. Make sure to purchase tickets for the Jazz night in advanced they do sell out!

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    4.5
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    10.6 mi
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    I think this is on everyone's speakeasy list!…read more Make sure you make a reservation It is very packed. They offer bar seating and booth / table Follow the wall from Randy's donuts and Look for a wall of Japanese sake/beer barrels and head towards the restaurant - the rolling boil. There will be a check in host and stand there and wait (it will be located up against the wall with a big secret door right next to the hostess station) It's very New York inside. When I first came in Spring with the amazing, Karen, the menu and everything was great Now, I took my friend who was in town from Nashville and it was a brand new theme. It's the great Gatsby. Even our waitress, Jasmine was dressed for the occasion. I would say this place is known for Absinthe. They have cocktails featuring it or you can get one of the huge apparatus (huge and glowing green) which, if you are into it? I highly recommend. Just one of the huge apparatus makes one regular drink. Or, what Karen and I did, was split it and make it into a shot for the both of us. The waitress comes out and shows you how it works and goes over everything. Karen, who I came with, was a pro and knew her way around it. She showed me the ropes lol. Honestly, if you are here? When in Rome. Go all out and try it, since it's where they shine here. They took off a few menu items and added some themed drinks. ( a couple new champagne themed drinks) They have big entree items but I suggest small bites and sharing and mostly coming for the drinks. There's no bathroom inside, so you do have to leave the bar and go to the closest one (over behind Randy's donuts) and then enter the speakeasy again Both times coming here I've never had an issue. It's a small, packed place. And yet they still have the cocktails flowing and the food coming out in a good time. So the food and drinks are good Atmosphere is lovely. Service is good. Especially for it usually being very busy in here This place is located inside the Anaheim packing district. So I suggest hitting up a couple other spots before or afterwards for some more food or drinks P.S. it is very dark In here. They never cared if we used our light to look at the menu. However, they do not want flash photography They also do not strictly enforce a dress code (my friend from Nashville asked) however, they suggest dressing business casual and not too underdressed

    Date night for mom and dad away from the kids type of night. Very mellow and chill. Small but cozy…read more I loved the Gatsby decor. We chose to be seated at the bar. Service was decent. I really liked the clarified strawberry drink, similar to strawberry and cream. I ordered a drink after that unfortunately forgot the name (photo attached with a tall glass) but there was no special cocktail craft taste to it. Just hard liquor taste and undrinkable :( the bartender kindly offered another drink. Unfortunately none of the food was the least bit good. Steak and fries was ordered medium rare and cooked to medium well with what seemed like no seasoning was on there at all. Crab cake was just ok and the slaw beneath it was drenched in a vinaigrette that was just sour and unpleasant. And the Mac and cheese, as we were very hopeful and looking forward to, was probably the blandest Mac and cheese we ever had. We asked the lady bartender for salt and she handed us, no exaggeration (and you guys will probably think I am) 10 grains of salt in it and said "looks like there's a lil something you could still get out of there" My jaw dropped. But yeah. The shredded meat on top of the Mac and cheese was cooked beyond the point of edible. That one was unfortunately sent back bc we just couldn't eat it. We were bummed over all mostly about the food.

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    4.1
    (486 reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$

    What a great little trendy bar hidden away! After the OC Fair we felt like a little nightcap &…read morethrough Yelp found this little gem. The ambiance was so cool with lots of Asian inspired decorations, total eye candy. The line for the drinks was a little long but went pretty fast and we were lucky to score 2 seats inside almost immediately. If not, you can stand around or sit on other little tables on their outside patio. You can view the drinks through a QR code, a wall menu or above the bar. The drinks were really good with fun names, it was hard to decide which I'd make my first! A great place to visit and enjoy a good drink.

    A very special bar, from the drinks to the decor. I really like that they are open during the day…read moreand also late at night, with mixed indoor and outdoor seating (though the outdoor seating is a bit worn). Vibes are always good. If you have some time while browsing The Lab during the day, I recommend stopping by for a drink! It's also nice to include in your barhopping itinerary in the evening since there are a number of breweries around too. I've had mixed experiences with the bartenders. Luckily, the gentleman manning the bar during my most recent visit was very friendly. Drinks are always great. I've tried a variety of drinks from the menu here, but my favorites are: -Love in Drunk, a lovely cocktail with cucumber and grapefruit flavors that create a fresh watermelon taste when mixed together -Bee's Knees, short but strong and sweet -London Mule, very herbal thanks to the gin and very refreshing

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    Old fashion. House bourbon. Better than anywhere else.
    Old fashion. House bourbon. Better than anywhere else.
    Coconut pineapple peach shots. Phenomenal.
    Coconut pineapple peach shots. Phenomenal.
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