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Welcome to Founders Ale House

At Founders Ale House, located on Pico Boulevard in Los Angeles, a warm and inviting atmosphere merges with delicious American fare. This music venue and bar stands out with its eclectic offerings, from tender smoked pork sandwiches to flavorful ranchero steak wraps, not to mention their exceptional array of sliders on pretzel buns. The venue thrives on community spirit, enhanced by local live music that enriches the dining experience. Customers rave about the high-quality food, friendly service, and fantastic happy hour specials, making it a perfect spot for both casual lunches and vibrant evening outings. Founders Ale House is truly a hidden gem!

LOCATIONS

Welcome to Founders Ale House, a delightful gem nestled in the heart of Los Angeles at 8771 W Pico Blvd. This vibrant venue effortlessly combines the relaxed atmosphere of a local bar with the energetic pulse of live music, creating a perfect spot for food lovers and music enthusiasts alike. If you’re searching for a place that offers satisfying American fare alongside a wide selection of craft beers, look no further!

Upon entering, you will be greeted by a welcoming ambiance, which many patrons describe as “divey, but in a good way.” The decor has an eclectic charm, making it an inviting escape for those winding down after a busy day or revving up for an evening of fun. Customers rave about the friendly and attentive staff, ensuring that your experience is both enjoyable and memorable.

Let’s talk food! The menu at Founders Ale House boasts an array of options, making it difficult to choose just one dish. Start your culinary journey with their wedge salad, adorned with bleu cheese crumbles and cranberries for a fresh crunch at just $9.00. A standout option is the Ranchero Steak Salad, featuring marinated skirt steak nestled on a bed of spring mix for $12.00. If seafood beckons, the Cesar Shrimp Salad, presented with grilled shrimp and crisp romaine, is a must-try at $13.00.

Appetizers set the stage for a delicious dining experience. The Chicken Quesadilla at $9.00 bursts with flavor, while the famous Buffalo Wings are a crispy delight that customers rave about. Another hit is the Skewered Cajun Spice Shrimp, served with zesty chipotle sauce for just $11.00.

For sandwich aficionados, the Ranchero Steak Wrap and the hearty Smoked Pork Sandwich are favorites among locals, each sandwich providing a perfect blend of flavors and textures for only $11.00 to $12.00. Whether you prefer a relaxing lunch or a lively dinner, their menu caters to all occasions, especially during happy hour from 5 to 7:30 PM.

Drinks and vibrant atmosphere complement the food wonderfully. Founders Ale House serves an impressive range of craft beers, alongside creative cocktails that enhance the lively setting. Customers appreciate the varied selection, which appeals to beer enthusiasts looking for something beyond mainstream options.

While the venue can become quite bustling when live bands take the stage, many guests appreciate the chill ambiance during the day. This is an ideal spot to unwind, grab a drink, and enjoy quality food with friends or family. As one satisfied customer put it, “good food, decent drinks, and a staff that cares”—all trademarks of Founders Ale House.

In conclusion, whether you're dropping by for a quick bite, indulging in happy hour specials, or catching some live music, Founders Ale House promises an inviting experience filled with delicious American fare and great company. Don’t miss out on this local treasure!

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Stephanie G.
Stephanie G.

Stopped by after shopping with bf because I had a Groupon that was about to expire. It's divey, but in a good way. Clean with a nice vibe to it. I'm surprised this place wasn't more crowded...we did show up 30 min after happy hour ended though. We were hungry so we ordered the Black rose sliders, buffalo wings, and fries. We also order some Mules and Whisky Sours. Black Rose Sliders: 5/5 The waitress recommended the pretzel bun sliders so decided on these which have guacamole, maple bacon, and ranch sauce. DE-LI-CIOUS. These were sooo good. Wings: 4/5 I like that they serve the wings with sauce on the side so the chicken stays real nice and crispy. The buffalo sauce was flavorful, just the right heat. A solid buffalo wing dish. Fries: 4/5 Well made steak fries with good flavor. Dip it in the ranch sauce and it's even better. Drinks: 3.5/5 Maybe they had a new bartender, but there was inconsistency with the drinks. Our first round of mules were decent, but tasted a little watered down. The whisky sours had a good amount of alcohol, but nothing special. The second round of mules were perfect, it was nice and refreshing, you could taste every ingredient. Staff: 5/5 Our waitress was great! Attentive and helpful with recommendations, she seemed happy to be there which always makes for a great experience. There was another guy who seemed to be the manager, he was friendly and also came around to talk to us and serve some of our food. Overall, I like this place. Good food, decent drinks, and a staff that cares. Check it out.

Tiffany P.
Tiffany P.

We came in for a late lunch on a Sunday afternoon and were greeted with a friendly welcome. Luckily for us, it's happy hour as long as an NFL game is on, and I think the Colts were getting their asses handed to them by the Cowboys (sad sad). It's also happy hour every day from 5-7:30pm. They've got great specials on their appetizers and drinks. I tried my best to ignore the sad fate of the Colts by kicking back with a pint of Angry Orchard cider, which was refreshing and delicious. My husband had a Lagunitas IPA, and overall we were pretty satisfied with the craft beer selection. Not outstanding, but definitely some viable options for people who are not Budweiser fans. We gave the slider sampler platter a shot and were very happy with it. They all come on flavorful pretzel buns. The chorizo, BBQ pork, and chicken tender were particularly well-cooked and delicious. The cheddar bacon was yummy as well. They actually originally messed up our order a bit and gave us the Black Rose which we had not chosen, which was so-so... Fortunately they were kind and prompt about bringing us the correct slider. We also chowed down on the turkey meatballs, which were nice and moist and light. It comes with 3 dipping sauces - the chipotle is the best! Overall it was a nice, chill place to hang out - I'm sure it gets more lively during evening hours and when live music is playing. I am an old soul who prefers the daytime vibe, though - with the high ceilings, bright lights, friendly service, and calm ambiance, it was a great place to grab a beer and a bite. I'll be coming back!

Kim G.
Kim G.

I came here to see one of my favorite tribute bands, Strange Days a tribute to the Doors. We arrived early and decided to eat here instead of another restaurant. What a pleasant surprise. We started our dining adventure with the Cajun Shrimp and the chili sauce Hot Wings. Excellent. Then we moved on to the Avocado Bacon burger and the Sirloin steak even more amazing...I wish I had taken photos but it didn't last very long (the food) it was THAT good. So came for the drinks and the band and were blown away by the food. Sandy the bartender was equally amazing right on all night with the outstanding service.

Kristin S.
Kristin S.

One of my favorites, def for Sunday football - happy hour (bottomless mimosas and super cheap drafts), amazing sliders, and have always had great and friendly servers.

Lisa W.
Lisa W.

I wasn't sure what to expect when a friend asked to meet at Black Rose for drinks after work for a much needed gossip sesh. It's one of the only bars in the area, it's relatively hidden on a busy street, and upon entering, it smells of day old spilled cocktails and alcohol breath. However, when our food and drinks arrived, I knew I'd be a fan. They have awesome happy hour specials from 5-7:30PM on weekdays!!! Great bar food at amazing prices and cheap well drinks. We had the turkey meatballs, steak fries, cajun shrimp and the slider sampler. It was a feast for less than $30 and everything tasted freshly prepared and sinfully satisfying. My favorite were the meatballs which came with three dipping sauces and less of a guilty conscience since they were turkey. They have a large variety of sliders to choose from, from traditional to veggie, chorizo, chicken and meatball. All were delicious and I would recommend sampling several. Service was a little slow--we had to wait an eternity for the check and even longer for them to process our credit card. But our grief was alleviated when we saw how cheap everything was.

Andrea B.
Andrea B.

This place looks small but it's actually pretty decent sized. The interior is decorated like an old gothic vampire setting haha. The employees are super chill. The food is absolutely wonderful. I had a platter which consisted of wings, quesadillas, onion rings, and fries. For only ten dollars! I also had a sex on the beach and a Mai tai haha. Both for nine dollars. The owner is very attentive to all of the guests needs. The place itself and its staff is terrific. My only suggestion would be to book better bands because the entertainers aren't that great. Everything else is perfect.