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Bootleg Bar & Theater

(Now Closed)

Music Venue and Performing Arts Venue

Westlake, Los Angeles

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Trey NicholsFebruary 10, 2015
Interesting shows, great beer list, shitty men's room. Everything I've come to love about small theatre in LA! I still mis the old Evidence Room, but the place still has a vibe. Lots of there there.
Kevin DelavegaFebruary 26, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Small venue with a loud sound system. Good selection of reasonably priced beer on tap and in bottles. If you get hungry, there's a solid taco stand on the SE corner of Beverly and Alvarado.
LAistAugust 1, 2014
The venue's residencies features some great up-and-coming bands. My favorite part of the venue is its photo booth, where many a picture has been drunkenly taken by my friends and me. Read more
LAistAugust 1, 2014
The Bootleg is a venue that sticks with you. It's one of those places that has its finger placed firmly on the pulse of the underground music scene. Read more
Sean McCrackenNovember 8, 2014
Cool indie space. Multiple rooms to hang out in. Theater has seating to back, open floor to front. Get there early if you want to sit for the show. Then slap yourself.
Pamela GocobachiFebruary 17, 2014
Really loved this venue and very impressed by the sound quality-- the acoustics in here are AMAZING! Bar is reasonably priced but they only serve wine and beer.
ChelseaJune 14, 2012
Been here 25+ times
The first music venue I went to in LA. Feels like your friend's basement. Lots of good beer behind the bar, a photobooth in the back, and a great outdoor area in the way back.
Andriana (Gluttony Is The New Black)May 3, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Coolest music venue out there. Their Monday night residencies consistently have great line ups of up and coming bands. Crowd is always hot and everyone is here because they love music. My second home!
marion choaApril 6, 2014
if you're looking for cocktails, find the giant upside down 'cocktails' sign, walk past it and through the exit, because you won't find any here. they only serve beer and wine.
Steven ValdezJuly 8, 2011
Been here 5+ times
This venue has great sound! Like the Troubadour, it's all wood ceilings & walls. This makes for acoustics! They also have a plethora of beer & wine selections!
garrettJune 8, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Amazing beer list for a music spot! A few craft beers and Belgian stuff too. Check out the old school Rampart police door!
Hillary NoelleApril 13, 2015
This was the coolest surprise. Multiple screening locations in addition to a concert venue(s).
EthanDecember 6, 2014
Awesome venue, you think you're at the back...and then you find the second bar.
Lauren :DOctober 22, 2015
Super small and intimate place to see a band. Loved it!
Robert GibbonsSeptember 12, 2010
Great place!! Sketchy neighborhood but well worth it once you grab a classic bottle of coke an catch some great music.
Arlene TSeptember 16, 2012
Great sound! Intimate. Romantic patio. Only beer and wine.
NIKOLAY C ABBOTTFebruary 2, 2018
Everything and haven’t gotten to it but my buddy west loves this place?
Kim AirsSeptember 6, 2014
The beer selection and plenty of seating in the theatre!
Darrin BodeDecember 12, 2019
Great music venue! And great beer selection.
J. Matthew CahillAugust 5, 2016
Four Chords and a Gun was hilarious and really interesting!
Trina G.April 12, 2012
Been here 50+ times
For the non-drinker...Mexican Coke! Yes, Coca Cola in the old fashioned bottles which means it's made with real sugar. Tastyiness.
Jason CarlinMay 22, 2011
Been here 5+ times
This place has fancy beer! Delirium Tremens, Chimay, La Fin Du Monde, Arrogant Bastard, and a handful of craft brews on tap. Unbelievable.
Stefanie GardenhireNovember 3, 2010
Seriously best up and coming venue in l.a. Love the laid back vibe and love the lineups.
Roxy CoxxApril 16, 2012
Ask for the Organic Pinot Grigio! Delicious!
LanceJuly 17, 2011
Great selection of craft brews. Hitachino, Golden Chaos and Duvel all sold here.
Esti MarieJanuary 4, 2014
Awesome venue
anthony pMarch 31, 2013
Best small venue on the eastside
Katie BensonDecember 16, 2011
Go to the bathroom in pairs to utilize the viewing chair ... Now that's a show!
Hajar MaizuraDecember 20, 2013
Yunaaaaaaaa! <3
Taylor LiptakMarch 6, 2014
Awesome beer list.
Los AngelesAugust 1, 2013
Check out a free Monday night music set!
Mark RigneyMarch 29, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Awesome beer list
Andy AustinAugust 1, 2011
Giant 6 ft. sign above the bar says "COCKTAILS" yet they only serve beer and wine.
Volcom EntertainmentApril 26, 2011
Come have a drink with us at the Tweak Bird show May 8th. Celebrate Mother's Day the proper way. Love you, Mom.
Lauren RothmanSeptember 20, 2012
The doorman makes my teeth hurt. My ID is out.
seanivoreSeptember 25, 2012
Been here 5+ times
22oz BOTTLED BEER. THAT IS ALL.
Micah TrappJune 20, 2010
Went to Leiris/Picasso. Great show and a lot of fun.
Lisa C🎶November 16, 2012
BattleTapes Band TONIGHT 11-14-12
Polly WalterMarch 23, 2011
wow guy at the door really IS a huge asshole. too bad cute place.
Jeff MillerJanuary 25, 2011
Been here 5+ times
BlackCrystalWolfKids.com should play here. Oh, the irony!
Neeraj SharmaJanuary 24, 2012
Been here 5+ times
$3 parking at church across the street
BJ DeHutApril 17, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Great venue!
Grace GOctober 15, 2014
First time
h0lly :)April 12, 2012
Sucré! Second LA show, debut album A Minor Bird...
Cami HamiltonJuly 31, 2011
L'Enfant Terrible Fun Family Festival of Tragedy: Hamlet Prince of Puddles
sam sanchezOctober 24, 2010
I heard it's easy to sneak in through the back...
nikkiDecember 10, 2016
weird. and getting weirder.
Johnathan GarciaFebruary 12, 2013
Ghettoooooo
LissyFebruary 15, 2011
Saw Leslie stevens-sublime!
Shannon BicknellJuly 16, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Delicious bottled coke!

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