Father's Office

12/07/09

A place you can feel.... Ignored.

by WORX4FUDE at Citysearch

So, I've been going here, on and off, for about 8 years now. When it's empty, it can be quite a delightful place to be. They have a decent "gastropub-eqsue" burger. However, when the dragon's den is teeming with yuppies and beerheads, there's no place on Earth I'd rather NOT be (except maybe the Apple store; an experience I'd forfeit for a brain stroke any day).

To their credit, the beer selection exceeds most people expectations, and their fries are second to none. However, when you've been waiting at the bar for fifteen minutes, in a sea of people, unrecognized by the bar steward, and some random "regular" customer walks in and gets a pint poured before his second foot enters the door, you feel like stabbing the barkeep. I hate nothing more than a bar that regards favoritism as a trademark. If you aren't on a first-name basis at this place, don't go when it is busy - you WILL regret it.

With the introduction of a second Father's Office in Culver City, there IS hope for a decent experience during the evening. I've yet to go to find out. I refuse to return to this place during busy hours unless it's on someone else's tab and I don't have to brave the brutish crowd of drunks to get a proper pint.

Be advised: if you DO go during a crowded time and insist on a pint or two, get a pitcher, so you don't have to return to the bar for a while.

• Pros: Amazing fries, good beer selection
• Cons: Horrible service, long lines, limited parking

09/29/09

I got sick from the so called "food"

by Doggy at Citysearch

I got sick from a burned outside, frozen inside "famuse burger", total rip off !

• Pros: Good place to waste alot of money.
• Cons: Worse uncooked burger in town.

08/12/09

Fathers Office 2nd Best Local Burger near the beach

by Coffeenow at Citysearch

I have been a Fathers Office Burger fan for years however, I have recently discovered LA's NEW BEST BURGER at Joni's Coffee Roaster Cafe in Marina del Rey. It's called "THE RODFATHER BURGER"....A Whipped Horseradish burger on a warmed homemade pretzel bun. This is a must and the word is spreading fast.....

• Pros: Great Vibe
• Cons: Too Crowded

08/10/09

My father's legal office has better taste.

by subjectiveone at Citysearch

After reading all the hype on Father's Office, and being a beer and burger lover, naturally I had to make an appointment. I rode my bike and was eager to drink a beer ASAP when I got there. I didn't realize I was in for a 20 minute debate between bartenders as to which beer they thought I would like best. I love knowledgeable people and I respect their opinions however, while I was sitting thirsty and ready for a cool beer to quench my thirst...I never thought I'd cry out for a Bud Light just to shut the bartenders up!

It was as if showing off their Beer philosophies was more important than actually serving the beer. Now it's not just the Great Beer Debate that made my visit less than enjoyable, I felt like a pod person when I asked for Ketchup!! The lady looked at me as if there weren't a burger and a plate in fries in front of me. They DON'T HAVE KETCHUP??!

As for the Burger...you better like it because there is only one option and it doesn't come with ketchup or mustard.

I have many a burgers and many a beers. I'd say if you are looking for great food, great beer, and a fun ambience- forget the office and head to Santa Monica's Library Alehouse.

• Pros: Large Selection of Beers
• Cons: Horrible service, little food selection, and OVER-RATED!

07/23/09

No service

by hsfrey at Citysearch

There is no table service. You have to go to the bar to order, hoping no one grabs your seat while you're trying to wriggle through the drinkers 3-deep around where you have to go to order.

You've heard of Sushi N*zis? This guy's a burger N*zi! You vill take it his way or you won't get it. With a bouncer out front yet?

I get a better burger at Louise, an italian restaurant, a few doors makai, and infinitely better service.

It's only a block from my home, but I'll never go back.

• Pros: Can't think of any
• Cons: crowded, noisy, no service, big attiyude

04/28/09

Best Beer and Burger Combo In the City

by adamjam at Citysearch

5 of us had five different beers and each of us had the same burger. 5 for 5 on both so I give this place 20 stars.

the beer selection is astounding, even for a beer nut like me. great place to watch the lakers.

cheers

• Pros: Great beer selction and mouth watering burger
• Cons: far from my house

04/01/09

Awesome beer + burger

by testaccount1 at Citysearch

I love Father's Office. I love this particular FO even. The beer selection is great, the burger is AWESOME (granted, you cannot substitute anything in it) and the fries are great (ketchup lovers beware - they don't offer it).

The only issue is trying to get a table. It's neigh impossible if you get there around 6-7. I've once stood in line to get in as it opens and the place was full within 30 mins.

This space issue is the reason why I never go here anymore but instead go to the FO in CC.

• Pros: Beer selection & Burger
• Cons: No space!

03/27/09

awesome

by Poeticalmath at Citysearch

this place was packed to the super extreme, and once i got a little alcohol in me, i fell right into the crowd without missing a beat, fun place, great music........ check it out

• Pros: Example: best croissants in town
• Cons: What are the drawbacks?

03/04/09

great beer - good food - crowded

by wiredd at Citysearch

This super popular santa monica bar has a fantastic beer selection (esp. Belgian and hard-to-find California brews). The food is pretty good too. The only drawback is that its usually very crowded - go early in the afternoon if you want to get a table.

• Pros: excellent beer selection, cool room
• Cons: crowded - go early to avoid

02/23/09

For Burgers and Beer

by LizzieBinLA at Citysearch

Voted a few times to have the best burgers in Los Angeles, Father's Office definitely knows how to tantalize the taste buds with their one of a kind non-editable burgers. That means no changes! You get the burger as is no adjustments are catered to. You can order sweet potato fries or garlic parsley fries to accompany your burger, but beware if you're a Ketchup lover as they don't serve any! The fries come with a yummy garlic dipping sauce. Best is to enjoy the beach in the morning, don't eat all day, and then have a few beers and a burger in the late afternoon while watching the locals stroll in. I must admit the last few times I've been the burgers were a little slapped together and not as good as a few months ago. Don't let that deter you however... still a must try.

• Pros: Beer selection, juicy burgers, neighborhood folks
• Cons: Crowded