Seemor
Highland Park Brewery
1220 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
· Brewery, Restaurant
· 4.6/5 Google (676 reviews)
Delivery · Takeout
Destination brewpub near Dodger Stadium with standout hoppy beers, solid elevated bar food, lively pregame energy, and occasional service inconsistency; great for groups and beer lovers.
Restaurant Summary
Steps from the park and a short hop to Dodger Stadium, this brewpub hums with pregame buzz and after-work ease. The room feels warm and bustling without tipping into chaos, tanks gleaming and patio doors open. One guest summed it up: "Beer list keeps you lingering at the board," while another praised the friendly, knowledgeable bartenders when lines run long on game days. The cooking leans to elevated comfort: crisp lemon pepper wings, a fried chicken sandwich with salsa macha, sturdy burgers, and decadent fries and pretzels. It is not avant-garde; think dialed-in bar food that plays well with hop-forward pours like Timbo Pils and rotating hazies. Most find the pricing fair for LA, though a few call out small pours and a thin patty now and then. Families fit in fine here. Reviews mention kids being welcome and even little activity packs. Menu staples like burgers, fries, and pretzels suit cautious eaters, while wings or tacos cover the adventurous. If your crew is stadium-bound, arrive early—parking tightens and the patio gets packed before first pitch.
At a Glance
- Standout IPAs and pilsners with an award-winning reputation
- Spacious indoor-patio setup great for groups and pregame meetups
- Elevated pub fare with crowd-pleasers like fried chicken sandwich and wings
- Service can feel curt or disengaged during rushes
- Parking is difficult, especially on Dodgers game days
What Sets It Apart
- award-winning hoppy beers
- pregame hub near stadium
- spacious indoor-outdoor seating
What People Love
- Hoppy beers poured with care
- Relaxed industrial setting with visible tanks
- Fast kitchen turnaround for bar food
- Kid-welcoming, dog-friendly patio vibe (policy may vary)
- Easy access to Metro and rideshares
Points of Concern
- Bartender demeanor can be standoffish at times, especially during peaks
- Parking and event-day surges cause long lines and limited seating
- Occasional portion or pour size complaints for the price
- One-off reports of billing mistakes; pay-as-you-go reduces risk
Service & Dining Experience
Service StyleCounter With Seating
Average Cost$28-45 per person
ReservationsNot required
What to Order
- Based on reviews: pair Timbo Pils with pretzel and queso; fried chicken sandwich with a hazy IPA; burgers with crisp lagers for balance
Perfect For
- Pregame meetups before a Dodgers game
- Craft beer hunters chasing iconic West Coast hops
- Casual group hangouts on the patio
- Solo bar visits with quick counter service
Location Insights
Area: Edge of Chinatown by LA State Historic Park; casual, pregame and after-work crowd with weekend leisure traffic.
Safety: Generally busy and lit, but some reports of car break-ins on side streets; exercise parking caution.
Nearby: Near Union Station, Dodger Stadium, LA State Historic Park, Chinatown shops and eateries.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday12:00–22:00
Tuesday12:00–22:00
Wednesday12:00–22:00
Thursday12:00–23:00
Friday11:00–00:00
Saturday11:00–00:00
Sunday11:00–22:00
Available: Delivery, Takeout
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