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Boardner's

1652 N Cherokee Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90029
Phone: (323) 462-9621
Boardner's
Cross Street:
Selma Avenue
Specialties:
Dive Bar
Hours:
Daily 4pm-2am

Message from Boardner's

Boardner's

Dinner, Cocktails, Dancing, Live Entertainment and Late-Night Noshing

  • Happy Hour 4-8pm Daily
  • Late-Night Dining
  • Dancing & Live Entertainment

Your Neighborhood Watering Hole & Unpretentious Hot~Spot first known as `MY BLUE HEAVEN' owned by Gene Austin, then Club Xanxibar, The Cherokee Gay Boys Bar, B52 Club, ultimately becoming Steve Boardner's, has long been known for Stiff Cocktails, Lusty Loungers, Bar Brawls, heavy Sippin' spot through Prohibition, gambling, Hollywood deals and more? this bar has withstood the test of time & now Stands as an Institution in the Hollywood Bar scene. The Main bar renovated to reflect its past & present with style, class and nostalgic ambiance. Never a cover & Guaranteed a good time! Our B52 Club aka Sinister Bar is dominated by 23' ceilings, hand-painted gothique wall murals, dance floor, VIP Mezzanine. A secluded outdoor courtyard tops this O2-Cool bar off with an original Moroccan tile fountain, stage for live performances. Seen in numerous movies and rumored to be haunted!

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Editorial Review for Boardner's – by Citysearch Staff

The Scene
Boardner's itself hasn't changed much over the last 70 years, its ambience long defined by classic red Naugahyde booths and a long bar; in the modern era, by its large, gothic-style patio. What's changed is the surrounding neighborhood, now filled with countless upscale bars, so it's not surprising the crowd here has become increasingly hip with each year. It's almost hard to believe this used to be a seedy and scary place, though some of the old regulars still toast its legacy of infamy popularized by everyone from Raymond Chandler to Guns N' Roses.

The Draw
Scenesters seeking refuge from aggressive doormen and restrictive velvet-rope policies at nearby hot spots relish the lack of pretension.

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Insider Tips

Parking

The lot across the street charges more for Boardner's customers than Miceli's patrons. Have a drink at the Italian restaurant first, then wander back to Boardner's and save some dough.

Save Money

Beer, wine and well drinks are discounted weekdays from 5-8pm.

User Reviews for Boardner's

4 Star Rating: Recommended

11/22/2007 Posted by famousblueraincoat

this place has been around forever. they say bukowski drank here. prices are pretty reasonable for hollywood. ther'es no velvet rope. you only have to pay a cover if you go into the club. the bar is free. no hassles. 'tenders are friendly. fun theme nights for people watching like bar sinister for goths.

Pros: strong drinks, prices good

Cons: parking, cover for club nights

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

08/05/2007 Posted by toothfairy

This is regarding Blue Mondays the club it turns into on Monday nights. the music was fun but the bartenders were so nasty it put a bad mood in the air. everyone in our group felt dissed by the staff so we finally had to leave. this has happened before so we won't be back.\

Pros: music

Cons: rude service

Schedule

10/12/2008 Boomer
     
10/13/2008 Blue Mondays at Boardner's
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
10/15/2008 Club Moscow
     
10/16/2008 The In Crowd
  9:00 pm    
10/17/2008 Free Thinking
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
10/19/2008 Boomer
     
10/20/2008 Blue Mondays at Boardner's
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
10/22/2008 Club Moscow
     
10/23/2008 The In Crowd
  9:00 pm    
10/24/2008 Free Thinking
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
10/26/2008 Boomer
     
10/27/2008 Blue Mondays at Boardner's
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
10/29/2008 Club Moscow
     
10/30/2008 The In Crowd
  9:00 pm    
10/31/2008 Free Thinking
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
11/02/2008 Boomer
     
11/03/2008 Blue Mondays at Boardner's
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
11/05/2008 Club Moscow
     
11/06/2008 The In Crowd
  9:00 pm    
11/07/2008 Free Thinking
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
11/09/2008 Boomer
     
11/10/2008 Blue Mondays at Boardner's
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
11/12/2008 Club Moscow
     
11/13/2008 The In Crowd
  9:00 pm    
11/14/2008 Free Thinking
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
11/16/2008 Boomer
     
11/17/2008 Blue Mondays at Boardner's
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
11/19/2008 Club Moscow
     
11/20/2008 The In Crowd
  9:00 pm    
11/21/2008 Free Thinking
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
11/23/2008 Boomer
     
11/24/2008 Blue Mondays at Boardner's
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
11/26/2008 Club Moscow
     
11/27/2008 The In Crowd
  9:00 pm    
11/28/2008 Free Thinking
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
11/30/2008 Boomer
     
12/01/2008 Blue Mondays at Boardner's
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
12/03/2008 Club Moscow
     
12/04/2008 The In Crowd
  9:00 pm    
12/05/2008 Free Thinking
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
12/07/2008 Boomer
     
12/08/2008 Blue Mondays at Boardner's
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
12/10/2008 Club Moscow
     
12/11/2008 The In Crowd
  9:00 pm    
12/12/2008 Free Thinking
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
12/14/2008 Boomer
     
12/15/2008 Blue Mondays at Boardner's
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    
12/17/2008 Club Moscow
     
12/18/2008 The In Crowd
  9:00 pm    
12/19/2008 Free Thinking
  10:00 pm-2:00 am    

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Insider Tips

Parking

The lot across the street charges more for Boardner's customers than Miceli's patrons. Have a drink at the Italian restaurant first, then wander back to Boardner's and save some dough.

More Insider Tips

Bar/Club Information

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Parking

  • Pay lot

Hours

  • Daily 4pm-2am

Payment Types

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Specialty ratings for Boardner's

Specialty Rating  
Dive Bar 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Vote

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