The Famous Bar — Restaurant in Glendale

The short version- Trivia night just mediocre (fun depending on your group, I had a great time with my friends and family but most of the questions were bs. Mostly entertainment questions, but would have liked some Sports, History or even Geography questions.

Prizes included $30 off tab for the 1st place winner and they also had a bonus round for a free round of drinks.

Food at The Famous was good. Had the Al Pastor Chicken Tacos (Shredded al pastor marinated chicken thighs, spicy tomatillo salsa, cilantro cream, pickled pineapple, red onion. Three per order.) which was REALLY yummy. Great taco on chicken tacos, with great flavors and it was filling.

Drinks were hit or miss. I think I had the Riverbed and the Cherry-Lime Rickey go for the Cherry-Lime Rickery much better flavors. Overall drinks were tasty.

Main reason why it's 3 and not 4 stars...

I messaged the owner one whole month before my birthday to inquire about the Trivia Night and if I could make reservations for 15+ ppl. The owner Nic told me yes they could accommodate this request and asked me to call and confirm which I immediately did. I called on a Thursday night and spoke with a nice gentleman who told me that I could make a reservation and took my name and number. COOL! The night before my reservation I got a call from someone at the Famous and they told me that they do not accommodate reservations and that they cannot honor what I reserved almost a month ago. He apologized for the inconvenience but told me there was nothing they could do and suggested I come early. I didn't appreciate getting this info 1 day before my event (was no way for me to tell my party of 17 to relocate) and the callous customer service rubbed me the wrong way (not friendly whatsoever more matter-of-factly, "that's yo bad" tone).

Overall I had a good time but wouldn't recommend trivia night for big parties (more than 5ppl). They do not take reservations.

Le sigh such...

The Famous is a very confusing place to me. It wants to have a speakeasy feel with the decor but the place is too well lit and the front is all glass. They have several humongous screens with the games on yet it's not a sports bar since they don't serve any food and most of their drink selections are some form of whiskey. We were told though that we are allowed to bring our own food if we want to or order something from the nearby restaurant and they would bring it over.

Parking is a pain to find on the street. You can go one block down and park in the structure for a small fee then walk over. There is also valet for the restaurant next door that you can probably utilize for $8.

The place is obnoxiously loud, especially with people watching the game. The doors are kept opened so the front area, which is the only area with unreserved seating is quite cold. They do have couches, tables, and a few bar seats and big empty space towards the back.

I ordered a cocktail from their house cocktails menu. It was $11. I forgot the name but it had pisco sour, lime juice, and blackberries. This sounds delicious except my drink tasted horrible. Since wasting alcohol is against my religion, I drank it anyway but would never order it again.

The patrons are definitely a mixed bag of all age range and ethnicity. There are some really weird old guys that hang out there. One of them even waited for me outside the women's restroom, which scared me a little, and asked me if I could closely examine his new haircut and see if it was...

The Famous: A Hidden Gem with Great Service and Affordable Drinks

After recently changing ownership, The Famous in Glendale, California has emerged as a delightful new spot worth checking out. From the moment you step inside, the friendly service makes you feel right at home.

The drinks menu offers a nice variety of classic cocktails and signature creations, all at very reasonable prices. I was pleasantly surprised by how affordable the drink prices were, especially for the quality. The "Dream" cocktail, in particular, was a standout - a perfectly balanced mix of spirits and fruit flavors that went down easy.

The overall atmosphere has a cool, casual vibe that makes it a great place to unwind with friends or enjoy a low-key date night. The decor has a modern, minimalist style that gives the space an open, airy feel.

While the food menu is limited, what they do offer appears to be well-executed. From the little I sampled, the kitchen is turning out some tasty bites to complement the drinks.

If you're in the Glendale area and looking for a new spot with friendly service, affordable drinks, and a comfortable setting, I'd highly recommend giving The Famous a try. It has the makings of a hidden gem that's sure to attract a loyal...