Rainbow Bar & Grill

(310) 278-4232

9015 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90069 34.0907 -118.388

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Neighborhoods: West Hollywood, Central LA

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Hours:

Monday 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Tuesday 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Wednesday 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Thursday 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Friday 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Saturday 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Sunday 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Last updated 12.07.11

Category:

Restaurants, Nightclubs, Bars & Clubs, Neighborhood Bars, Bars & Pubs, Taverns

Parking:

Valet, Parking Lot

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, MasterCard

Bar & Pub Special Features:

Happy Hour

Bar & Club Special Features:

DJ, 21 & Over, Live Music

Minimum Age:

21

What People Are Saying About Rainbow Bar & Grill

Featured Review

Contributor

Contributor

In Short – It's been around since 1972, but the Rainbow definitely had its heyday in the '80s--and never let go. Gold records, guitars, photos and autographs from the likes of Lita Ford, Poison, Van Halen and other metal gods adorn the walls. And these rockers will always have a place at Rainbow, down to Slash's corner table and Lemmy from Motorhead's favorite Ms. Pac Man game at the bar. – –

Editor's Tips

Know Before You Go:
Everyone knows that the Rainbow's pizza is worthy of any metal god's mouth.
Look Good:
For some real '80s mullet action, head upstairs to the nautical-themed bar with a dance floor.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. It is a fun atmosphere and the food is great!
  2. Well I love this place, but that's probably because I am in love with all 80's, grew up in the 80's and still think it was the best fun time.
drinks
88.88999938964844% positive
  1. If you want to people-watch, if you want good, inexpensive food and drink, or if you just want to make a private pilgrimage--then this IS the place.
  2. this place has great pizza and great drinks.
  3. There were 6 adults & 2 small children (never bring your kids into the rainbow on a weekend after 10pm, they will get stepped on ) I approached their table with a smile and instantly warned them (as I warn all my tables on Fridays and Saturdays) that all
  4. Stick around because they serve a mean drink and have the best fried cheese sticks in LA.
  5. Not for those seeking finer dining but for those who just want a great place to eat, drink and be merry.
  6. certainly not Spago quality but if you are nostalgic for some Guns & Roses and a few good drinks this is the place to be.
  7. am a big fan of 80's rock & there is no where else in the world where you can go have a killer meal, cheap strong drinks & listen to Shout at the Devil while you eat.
  8. of course after you pay the $10 cover at the door you get drink tickets, good for 2 drinks.
  9. Split a pizza, order a drink and figure out your're next destination.
food quality
75.0% positive
  1. If you want to people-watch, if you want good, inexpensive food and drink, or if you just want to make a private pilgrimage--then this IS the place.
  2. this place has great pizza and great drinks.
  3. haven't had the food yet, but I heard it's the best pizza.
  4. can't believe we waited as long as we did for our food, and our waitress was so rude to us!
  5. am a big fan of 80's rock & there is no where else in the world where you can go have a killer meal, cheap strong drinks & listen to Shout at the Devil while you eat.
  6. Split a pizza, order a drink and figure out your're next destination.
  7. This place doesn't have the best food or service.
  8. really didn't go to the Rainbow for the good service or good food.
  9. There were 6 adults & 2 small children (never bring your kids into the rainbow on a weekend after 10pm, they will get stepped on ) I approached their table with a smile and instantly warned them (as I warn all my tables on Fridays and Saturdays) that all
  10. It is a fun atmosphere and the food is great!
  11. The food is fantastic!
  12. The rainbow has great food, but on the weekends it is so packed with people partying that it is not the best place for families.
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. Every time we are at the Rainbow we make a new friend, and we always meet the most interesting and diverse people there!
overall
90.0% positive
  1. the rainbow is a landmark and is still i nice place to visit.
  2. If you want to people-watch, if you want good, inexpensive food and drink, or if you just want to make a private pilgrimage--then this IS the place.
  3. The rainbow has great food, but on the weekends it is so packed with people partying that it is not the best place for families.
  4. Not for those seeking finer dining but for those who just want a great place to eat, drink and be merry.
  5. certainly not Spago quality but if you are nostalgic for some Guns & Roses and a few good drinks this is the place to be.
service
62.5% positive
  1. If you want to people-watch, if you want good, inexpensive food and drink, or if you just want to make a private pilgrimage--then this IS the place.
  2. Jesus the bartender is friendly & quick and will make you the stiffest jack & coke in hollywood.
  3. This place doesn't have the best food or service.
  4. Give the poor waitresses a break!
  5. really didn't go to the Rainbow for the good service or good food.
  6. The rainbow has great food, but on the weekends it is so packed with people partying that it is not the best place for families.
  7. can't believe we waited as long as we did for our food, and our waitress was so rude to us!
  8. Every time we are at the Rainbow we make a new friend, and we always meet the most interesting and diverse people there!
value
100.0% positive
  1. am a big fan of 80's rock & there is no where else in the world where you can go have a killer meal, cheap strong drinks & listen to Shout at the Devil while you eat.
  2. If you want to people-watch, if you want good, inexpensive food and drink, or if you just want to make a private pilgrimage--then this IS the place.
wait time
50.0% positive
  1. Jesus the bartender is friendly & quick and will make you the stiffest jack & coke in hollywood.
  2. can't believe we waited as long as we did for our food, and our waitress was so rude to us!
1 Star Rating: Poor

06/11/11

Bouncer choked me before I even went inside

by MB83

I would not recommend this place for many reasons but I'm just going to focus on the assault that took place. I did not even want to hang out there and had asked the bouncer if I could go in for a second and look for my friends who jumped over there after the roxy. He made it clear I would have to pay the $10 cover to enter no matter what. I was annoyed but stood outside trying to get a hold of them on my phone. While waiting I was pushed aside into the fence and retorted with "hey, don't push me", just like I think anyone would say in the moment. He then proceeded to drag me by the neck all the way to the sidewalk. I think this is a decent enough reason to never spend a dollar there. I hate the strip anyway. By the way, he's the one who's white, looks at least half-retarded, and wears glasses. They were all dicks though.

1 Star Rating: Poor

03/24/11

WORST EXPERIENCE

by sonson sonson

My lunch date and i went to rainbow thinking we were going to get some good service but OH NO MY FRIENDS!!! They were so FREAKING slow if they went any slower they would be going back wards. Betty white could have moved faster than these people. Took us 30 minutes to get our food and when she served our food i had to ask for ranch, a box, a bag AND the check all at once because my dang lunch was already over. Dont "thaaaaaank you sooo much for waiting" me. She didnt even care that we had to wait. I would not recommend this place to ANYONE. If you like slow service and feeling negelected then feel free to go to rainbow but i will not be going there again.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/28/11

This is a R & R Bar - Not Spago's! Deal with it!

by NationalDebt

I've been going to the 'bow for a long time, so I know who these types of people are who post negative reviews about the food, the waitresses, the atmosphere, the bouncers, the this, the that, etc. These people are "complainers" PERIOD! The Rainbow is not some high society "Beverly Hills" restaurant. You should have figured that out when you saw the Motorhead billboard hanging over the roof outside. And the place can get as crowded as a sardine can, so if you don't like people, especially goupies, musicians, and other entertainment industry folks then don't bother coming. And if you bring a bad attitude inside then they will throw your ass out faster than you can say "Ace of Spades". Everyone I've seen get kicked out of the 'bow DESERVED IT 100%. As for the rest of the happy people inside we'll be enjoying Christy's drinks or the great food that's cooked up by the chef who began working at the Rainbow before even Guns 'n Roses was hanging out here.

1 Star Rating: Poor

09/03/10

Not what it used to be-sorry

by Kipling2308

DO NOT GO HERE. My boyfriend who loves all this music thought this was nothing more than an overpriced hard rock cafe and he has been coming here off and on for the last ten years. DO NOT EAT HERE. The food is so average McDonalds would get a Michelin star in comparison. When I complained about the fact my pizza had meat on it & I had ordered a cheese and tomato no meat I was told they couldn't understand me. When I complained I had waited over 2 hours for my food I got abused quite full on. Simply don't bother. The rock heritage means as much as your parents record collection. Nice but not really real,

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/24/10

Best Rock and Roll Hang Out

by john81

This place is a must if you are visiting West Hollywood or passing by the area.

The decor is very entertaining and has lots of pictures of celebrities and rock stars throughout the restaurant almost like a museum.

They have a pretty good selection of food but I usually stick to the pizza. The mozzarella sticks are also a must try.

  • Pros: Great atmoshere, and pizza
  • Cons: none

The Details on Rainbow Bar & Grill

Place Categories:

  • not best place
  • great inexpensive food
  • good drink
  • great pizza
  • diverse people
  • rude waitress
  • not best service
  • hilarious stories
  • quick bartender
  • worst experience
  • famous strip
  • great rock history
  • full bread basket
  • famous rainbow
  • great steak
  • great lobster
  • most famous names
  • big fan
  • amazing mario
  • weird layout
  • full rock soldier gear
  • not best food
  • famous rainbow bar
  • best fried cheese
  • good drink tickets
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