HMS Bounty
(213) 385-7275
3357 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles,
CA
90010
34.0619
-118.2969
Neighborhoods: Wilshire Center / Koreatown, Central LA
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The Scene
There are a few portholes on the walls and models of tall ships here and there, but the dark wood interior and low-beamed ceiling are what really give off the feeling of being in the galley of a sailing ship. It's all very lush, solid and serious--not at all done in a tacky chain sort of way. Take a seat at the all-wood bar and enjoy vintage sounds from a jukebox that still plays 45s (complete with skips). Another great feature is the professional, classy and personal service--the way you'd like to think it must have been in the old days. Hungry? Grab a dark-red leather booth and order a reasonably priced steak or pork chop. Thirsty? The Bounty boasts one of the strongest pours in town.
The Draw
Lots of old-timers and plenty of artsy young folks from the newly popular Koreatown.
User Reviews
sbelgard
July 30, 2008
Started going to the Bounty when I first moved to LA. There was some sort of fascination everytime I passed that Food & Grog sign. What the hell was that? The first time I ventured there, my old college roommate and I sat at the Jack Webb table with the high back red booth. Each time was a different table with a different celebs name on the gold plaque on the wall. Always enjoyed having Kathy serve us (she appeared in "Pillow Talk"), although she's since retired. The place became a second home, so much so that I had my rehearsal dinner there. If you want old Hollywood at old Hollywood prices....the Bounty is da place for you. Keep the business going...it'll be a shame if it goes like the Derby, Chasen's, the Ambassador and others.
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calilove_92
October 10, 2007
My friend discovered this hidden gem and took me there for lunch one day and I fell in LOVE!!!! The old salty patrons that have been coming for 30+ years, the former busboy turned owner, and the sweet barmaid all make this my favorite place to hide in the middle of the day. I can personally tell you they make some pretty stiff drinks and the soups and burgers are to die for. I plan on trying the fish and chips or cobb salad next. I look forward to my weekly voyages on the high seas in the middle of Koreatown. If you decide to pay them a visit tell 'em Dolly and Herb sent ya. :)
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herbinla
October 10, 2007
if you live or visit l.A. go to this old landmark. untouched by time, the cash register is almost as old as its regulars("30 years i've been coming here!" as one regular just told me) great food (fantastic burger for $6.95) strong drinks, the HMS is attached to the gaylord hotel that has been around since 1921
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