Forman's Whiskey Tavern

Dropped while visiting friends who live nearby. We came during happy hour which have $6.00 beers, $8.00 cocktails and wine, some selected food too. We sat outside on a nice day and it was really pleasant. Food was tasty, fresh, well prepared and was very enjoyable. Service was friendly and the drinks were nicely made. Great little spot to come in Toluca Lakes.

Excellent food, Really good list of liquor (whiskey bourbon). Really enjoyed the outdoor patio atmosphere. Didnt like that dogs are allowed inside. The service is a bit odd, you had to go order at the bar and some of the order didnt make it so we had to follow up on it. I would recommend it, just bring some patience with you.

One of my favorite bars in Los Angeles, and they make a proper Old Fashioned!!! I’ve hosted many group gatherings here, and the managers have always been so gracious and accommodating even for my parties of 20 or more. The outdoor back terrace (born out of COVID) should be there forever. The bar was already perfect before, but the outdoor space really makes it the best spot in LA.

You don't go here for the food, and certainly not the fast service. But the drinks are worth it and the energy is great. They allow dogs in the beer garden area, which made this the perfect spot for me. Cute little happy hour shack in the beer garden seems to pop up around 6pm. You wait a long time before getting in an order and then another wait for getting your drink. Everything is ordered at the bar, so that puts a strain on the bartenders. The fish tacos are really not great. Mild flavored mangos, tasteless sauce, basic flour tortilla, and unevenly breaded fish make an underwhelming experience. During happy hour they're $3 for two tacos, so that deal isn't too bad. The garlic Parmesan fries have a good crunch, but raw garlic bits and minimal cheese make it an overpriced basket. They charged the same price for my mocktail as a real cocktail, which threw me off. But the taste of the drinks were great! Limited parking in the back, with option to double park your friends' cars, which is a bonus. Overall, would come back for the energy and drinks, and with a lowered expectation for the food and service timeliness.

My favorite whiskey bar! The cooks and bartenders really take their time and pay attention to detail. You can tell by how flavorful everything is. The whiskey cocktails are fairly spirit forward but that is what I prefer. I’m sure they have other options too, I haven’t tried everything. I also appreciate that any burger can be made with beyond. If I lived closer I’d go all the time!

I saw some comments about “not great food” and absolutely disagree with them! Among great cocktails and lots of draft beer variations they have very delicious food - we got artichoke deep and blue cheese burger - all was super delicious! They have a patio too for big crowds. Will come back for sure!

Great food, and great Whiskey based cocktails. Very nice pub-like atmosphere. I see some people complaining about service. I guess they didn't realize you have to order at the bar.... Nice people working the bar though!

Great whiskey and tequila cocktails. Beer garden vibe out back with a great DJ, but at a level you could still talk.