The Bitter Redhead
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Phone: (310) 450-6776
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 5pm-2am, Sun 9:30am-2am
Editorial Review for The Bitter Redhead – by Dianne Molina
The Scene
Tucked into a discreet corner on bustling Lincoln Boulevard, this tiny dive serves up the unpretentious vibe of a low-key locals spot. The decor is no-frills frat house: unfinished floors, dark-red walls, neon Budweiser signs and shabby leather couches. With beers in hand, regulars enjoy friendly competition via pool, poker, darts and video games. Though the crowd consists mainly of die-hard sports fans, the occasional Westside scenester charmed by the bar's droll name will often wander in.
The Draw
Wednesdays are the bar's signature comedy night, featuring up-and-coming talent. Tuesdays highlight offbeat cover bands and their boisterous fans, among them, Monica Lewinsky and members of Wilco. Fridays are karaoke nights, which is popular with the local after-work crowd. Football reigns supreme on Mondays, when regulars are glued to one of the two big-screens.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThis bar is notorious for being hard to spot. Keep your eyes peeled for the Jack in the Box across the street.
What to DrinkTry one of the bar's half dozen special martinis made with potent rice vodka. At $7 each, they're a rare bargain in L.A.
Save MoneyThe bar offers drink discounts when Chicago teams are playing--both owners are Windy City natives.
User Reviews for The Bitter Redhead
05/24/2007 Posted by solid90062
Its a dive bar, pure and simple, but a good one. The red and black decor does seem to want to be hipster, but its not quite so pretentious. I am not sure what the previous reviewer knows what he's talking about. The soju stuff is still there. It tastes pretty good, but I cant really drink it because it gives me a massive headache. I go pretty often and there isnt any comedy night that I have ever seen. There are alot of bands on the weekend. I've seen some really good ones and some bad ones. If youre ever there and have a chance to catch a local band called "Meet me at the Pub" you should definitely stick around. They are pretty great (if you like the Dub, Sublime-ish type music). One of the drawbacks for me is that the nights are not consistent. One friday theres a rock band. The next friday you go and its a hip-hop DJ. Youre never really sure what youre going to get. I've met the owner. He's a nice guy. He's got good energy and you can tell he's putting in alot of effort trying to build the place up. Not sure he'll make it. Its a tough location. This place has a great staff. It's not the stuffy, corporate, big chain type of bar. The bartenders are friendly, talkative, and overall, just nice people. I have a good time hanging out, chatting, while I have a beer or two. Visit a couple of times and youre on a first name basis. Agatha is my favorite bartender. Take a second to stop by, if youre in the area. You should give it a shot. Its MY local beer dive.
Pros: Staff
Cons: No liquor
02/07/2007 Posted by irishrovering
Follow me, Bitter red head to Bitter end to The Loop to Nocturnal. The bar has been ripped out and replaced with a starter bar kit. The japanese soju is gone and only beer and wine remain. The place has several cocktail tables, one pool table and one video game machine. This place doesn't know what it wants to be / or wants to be something that it isn't - a hollywood hipster bar. First hint, the jack in the box / 'hotel' / homeless people wandering lincoln blvd. second, crappy bathrooms. third, crappy live acts ie - comedy nough said?
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