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Roof Bar at the Standard Downtown

550 S Flower St
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Phone: (213) 892-8080
Best view of downtown, WORST SERVICE in all of Los Angeles.
2 Star Rating: Below Average

09/14/2007 Posted by tigeraf13

I have been to the Standard many times as I live in Downtown Los Angeles. I usually bite the bullet and pay the ridiculous 20 dollar cover when friends come to visit because the view is that impressive. This time I went on a Wednesday evening at around 9. My friend and I were hungry and wanted to order off of the limited bar menu and so we waited by some empty (and filthy) tables for someone to come and clear them off. The place wasn't even busy. After twenty minutes of waitresses ignoring the filthy tables we shoved dirty plates to the side and sat down anyway. Then we waited another half hour for a snotty waitress to even acknowledge our presence. She took our order came back 20 minutes later and pretty much threw it down in front of us with no utensils or napkins. When we were finished I asked for the bill and watched as she chatted up the greasy bartenders and passed our table 6 TIMES while bringing drinks to others (She couldn't have just dropped the check off at our table?) Clearly she had forgotten us and I tried repetedly to flag her down and an hour later finally succeeded. When I flagged her over her response was "What?" This made me so angry..."What?" I am sorry but I thought you were my waitress "Jessica" and I thought that I asked for my check and hour ago. So she leaves and comes back 20 minutes later. I filled out the check and left her exactly what she deserved. We got up to leave and she swooped in immediately to look at the tip (funny how quickly you move when money is involved, huh Jessica?) She was not happy and so she hot footed it right behind us and said as snotty as possible "Thanks a lot guys, I reeeeaaaalllly appreciate it." I was a waitress for three years at a four diamond resort and wouldnt dream of treating people that way....The Standard should find some class, clean house and get a competent staff. Or at least make it madatory for the staff to take showers. They are all NASTY!

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Editor's Review

Sip and dip at this chic and popular poolside lounge atop the downtown Standard hotel.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

Call ahead to make sure there's not a private party. A cover is often required Thursdays through Sundays.

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Bar/Club Information

Admission

  • Free-$20

Atmospheres

  • DJ
  • DJ - 80s & New Wave
  • DJ - Soul & Funk
  • Lounge
  • Bars
  • Clubs
  • Singles
  • DJ - Electronica
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Hotel Bars
  • Romantic

Parking

  • Valet

Hours

  • Daily 12pm-1:30am

Payment Types

  • Discover
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard

Music Types

  • Rock & Pop
  • Electronica
  • Funk, Soul & R&B

Recognition for Roof Bar at the Standard Downtown

2006 Editorial Winner - Outdoor Bar
2007 Audience Winner - Outdoor Bar

Specialty ratings for Roof Bar at the Standard Downtown

Specialty Rating  
Hotel Bar 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Vote
Outdoor Bar 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Vote

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