The Redwood Bar and Grill *AKA "The Pirate Bar"*

Why do people call it "The Pirate Bar?" Well, because of the pirate stuff, of course! Coolest feature of this place, from the moment you enter you cannot help but notice wooden paneling, fish netting, ship and mermaid paintings hanging everywhere.

Now, I've ONLY been here to see bands play, so my critique is based entirely on that. I've had the food here, and the prices and quantities are very good. Nachos could feed at least 3, and the $4 Sweet Potato Fries had amazing in them. Pretty good selection of beer on tap too, and good drink prices for Downtown LA.

But the crowds, ugh. The stage is tiny, the floor is tiny. Getting to the bathroom is impossible once the bands get going. The thing that urks me the most is that the most typical crowds crowd the stage for the most typical acts. Somewhat depressing, especially once it becomes obvious that the band's LA native BFFs are the ones blocking walkways and bumping into you without apology, then leave before the headliner even sets up.

Rude.

I've never been here on a none-event night, but I imagine it to be much more chill. The music they play is always interesting. I would go again to see a band I like, and definitely want to go just to eat and drink.

As in all instances, hipsters will ruin the best of places, so this place is given a 7 on my listing.