The Lincoln

Love the atmosphere and the venue. The outdoor patio is very well put together. Great place for a drink although their cocktails didn’t really work for me. I ended up getting a passion fruit margarita off the menu after I tried 2 of their cocktails and it proved to be the right decision

I am writing to express how upset and disappointed I am about my experience at The Lincoln last night. This was especially surprising, as The Lincoln is one of my favorite bars and a place I frequent at least twice a month. The issue began with your bouncer, JJ, who was incredibly rude and disrespectful. We asked if we could enter after seeing him allow other friends of ours inside. He told us to get in line, which we did. Once we were finally next, he checked my friend’s ID, then turned around and started letting other people in. When he returned, he asked for our IDs again. My friend simply said, “I just showed it to you,” and JJ immediately became aggressive and told us, “Oh really? Get out you’re not getting in.” There was absolutely no justification for this behavior. Whether he was having a bad day or not, his actions were unprofessional and unacceptable. I was there celebrating my sister’s birthday, with friends who had flown in from out of the country, and his conduct completely ruined the night. Some of our group were denied entry for no valid reason, and those who did get in had an even worse experience one friend had their phone stolen, and two others had their wallets stolen. Given that JJ is part of your security team, this raises serious concerns about how efficiently and responsibly security is being handled. Between the arbitrary denial of entry and multiple thefts occurring inside, the entire situation felt unsafe and poorly managed. I am extremely disappointed, especially as a loyal customer who has always spoken highly of The Lincoln. This experience has made me seriously reconsider returning, and I hope management takes this complaint seriously and addresses these issues promptly.

Great spot for drinks, friendly staff and amazing atmosphere. The bar always seems to have an amazing smell, must be their scented candles. Highly recommend to check out.

This is a very nice bar with live music on some evenings. I came here for a Mezcal tasting event. We also had cocktails from the menu. The cocktails are well prepared. The ambiance is nice. The interior is furnished cozily with some hip bar area. Outdoor seating is in a relaxing type of greenhouse style.

One of the worst experiences, Don’t Go To This Bar. We waited over an hour in line, and when we finally reached the front, the bouncer (I believe his name is JJ) asked for my ID in a rude tone and manner. I showed it to him, and he scanned and approved it, then moved on to checking my friends’ IDs. While reviewing my friends, his behavior escalated. He raised his voice at one of my friends and pointed his finger close to his face, accusing him of being disrespectful, despite us remaining calm and respectful. JJ then returned to me and asked for my ID again, even though it had already been scanned, and closed the entrance and refused us entry without explanation. To add to the experience, other friends who entered earlier also had a bad night, one had her phone stolen and another had her wallet stolen while inside. Overall, the experience felt unprofessional and disappointing, especially since we were celebrating a friend’s birthday. There are too many great bars in the city to spend time and money where guests are treated like this. If this is how The Lincoln chooses to represent itself, people should reconsider going.

Whoever was DJing last night genuinely needs to be FIRED. I’ve never heard sweet caroline mixed into mo bomba. I was bleeding out of my ears, 0/10. Jail time.

Great music, good drinks, & cool bartenders! Great place to have a drink & go dancing. Unfortunately some people can be sloppy, but it’s a bar/club scene so that’s expected. Cheers

This rude bartender refused to give me some ice for water, then went on and complained to security for taking this picture (took it to post here) who asked me to leave, calling it a ‘harassment’ lol….the other bartender was a normal human being and he immediately got me ice right after this brat acted up. Overall this place has a nice atmosphere and music is great!

To start off, this bar was a last minute plan that absolutely became the best choice of the night. As soon as I entered the place it smelled so good & they had heaters, which was amazing because it was a really cold night. Their patio is enclosed as well, & it's so aesthetic, with the disco ball & the vines. The bartender was also amazing, getting the drinks out fast, nice & efficient for the party of 20 I was in. Unfortunately they don't have any food , but they let you bring your own food which was still pretty good cause we ended up ordering pizzas & we were satisfied. Overall, this place has a really nice vibe. Would definitely come back !

Great Place .. bad neighborhood at night Many homeless around the area Must be careful at dark

This is a magical place and it is a wonderful gem. I usually park in the residential area across the street and have no problem getting access to the establishment. The décor is very unique and fashionable with splashes of a rustic environment. The last time we came here, it was a large group and we were able to have some nice tacos with solid drinks. The water station is super helpful and the disco ball with the dope lights throughout the place made it all a vibe. There is plenty of room to sit, chat, stand, dance, and have a relaxing and lively evening altogether. The service is so nice and the staff is very quick with cleaning up tables. The restroom was clean and the DJ played amazing music all night long. Toward the end of the night after we ate dinner, we noticed that the dance floor was never empty. The songs he played spoke to at least one group out of our entire squad! What an amazing experience!

Fun bar, we came right at 5 when they opened which is a very different vibe from the true nighttime with a dj. We could hang out and order drinks easily. The espresso martinis were expensive and just ok but the vodka sodas were relatively priced and great.

It was my first time here, and I had a fantastic experience. The music was great, and the crowd was lively. Manuel took excellent care of us throughout the night, always checking in and making sure we had everything we needed--even bringing us waters, which really stood out. He wasn't just focused on us getting drinks, but genuinely made sure we were well taken care of. That attention to detail made a big difference. Overall, it was a 5-star service and experience!

We millennials party harder, make drinks better than Gen Z and Alpha. This place has an incredibly ambiance and plays music that I can't believe are now considered to be oldies. The vibe here is good whether it's chill or packed and jamming.

3.5/5 stars, but I'll round up to a 4. Good drinks and great ambiance! The DJ was ... interesting to say the least haha We arrived around 8PM with a group of 5. This was the PERFECT timing because it was still pretty dead and we were able to snag a table. If we came later, it'd be pretty hard to get a seat. Drinks were solid. Ended up trying the Cereal Killer and Daddy Don't Make Dinner. They also have a water station at both ends of the bar. We had a nice evening and was excited for the DJ to start. The bartender told us that the DJ starts at 9:30PM. The DJ ended up starting a little bit later, maybe more towards 9:45PM. By that time, it was starting to get pretty packed. The DJ played some Top 40 and had some interesting mixes/transitions. We were vibing with some of the choices, but not with other choices. We were getting ready to head out to get some ice cream. The last mix we heard was Tequila by the Champs mixed with Single Ladies by Beyonce. It was ... odd lol We left during that song. As we were leaving, the DJ transitioned to Lauryn Hill which was a great choice. But it was too late! We had already left haha Outside, there was quite a long line forming. Best move is definitely to come around 8PM and stay for the DJ if you vibe with the music choices.

Love the vibes in here because you can come here for different vibes! If you're here to really have a great time, let loose, they have a dance floor and a good DJ. Love that it's cozy but there's still a good amount of space to dance. They have bar seating areas and also couches where it's for a more initiate feel. If you're looking for a place to relax and chat with your friends or your date, then you can also sit in the outdoor area. They have a good wines and I love that when I was there, it didn't get messy but people were definitely having a great time!!

The ambience of the bar was great. It was dark but not too dark. Patio was well ventilated and inside the DJ had music going. Drinks were decent not soo watered down. They were actually flavorful. We sat at the bar so the service was great. But if you come on a busy night like Friday night or Saturday night be prepared to wait a while. The scene gets good but it gets packed quickly. I tried a couple of the cocktails but ultimately I'm more of a "Old fashioned" kind of guy. I'd come back here again.

My favorite bar in west LA by far. The drinks are sooo good (shoutout Chloe!!!), the music is always good, and you CAN DANCE. Love love love.

I came here for New Year's Eve, and was super satisfied with the venue space. That night they had an amazing dj playing a variety of different hits, the vibes were immaculate. Not to mention their drinks were delicious, thought I do wish that their cocktail section had more options, I have happy with the gin cocktail I ordered.

Drinks are pricey but it's a fun vibe especially later at night when crowds get in! They do a good tequila cucumber cocktail it's really refreshing! Not too much dancing when I went but maybe I didn't stay long enough :)

The cocktail drink were tasty. The shots were also good. The ambiance was fun, they play a good mix of new and throwback music.

Easy location in terms of parking and accessability, including seemingly for ADA. Large open indoor space with funky DJ and calming boho-chic outdoor space.

This bar is barely noticeable from the outside, but it's worth checking out! Menu offers quite a few cocktail options. But keep in mind, there is no food served at this place. The bar area (indoors) is quite spacious, the outdoor patio is very cute and covered. Both are well decorated with lots of dimmed overhead lights and candles; decor is very fitting and pleasant. It could also be romantic, although the place got very loud and quite crowded on a Saturday night. Might be different during weeknights.

Bouncer inside was super rude to me and my husband. They let the girls in but held us outside for awhile. when we were inside and we were standing around, he came and pushed us to the side and said you can't stand here. But then other guys and girls moved there and he let them stay there. We had a spot at the bar, but I left my group to go to the water station and he told me to get in the back of the line. There was no line for the water station. So I went back to our spot to get water from the bartender instead. I was just trying to not waste their time. I don't know why he kept targeting me. Maybe being the only Asian guy there or the only gay guys there? The waiter was nice though and made good drinks. I just had to avoid the bouncer all night which really kills the vibe.

My new favorite Wednesday spot! Chill bar with a great vibe and once the DJ starts the vibe gets even better. If you want a more quiet spot there is an enclosed cute outdoor-ish area where you can chat and mingle comfortably. The drinks are good and priced at the going rate for LA. I don't like overly sweet drinks, and will usually ask about the sweetness before making my decision. The drinks I had were smooth and more on the tart side (which I like), but don't worry they are not sour or tart like a sour candy or sucking on a lemon. Overall, great experience on a Wednesday night.

We went on a Monday night, so there wasn't that many people here. Parking wasn't too difficult - we parked in the neighborhood across the street. The inside of the cocktail bar is huuuuge; definitely didn't seem that way from the outside. Really nice atmosphere - dim lighting and a lot of seating at the bar or at the tables / chairs inside. Drinks we ordered: Daddy Don't Make Dinner: 9/10, the mezcal was really strong!! The Care Bear Stare: 7.5/10, was pretty good but I prefer mezcal in my drinks Indoors Enthusiast: 8/10, was a little spicy

y visit to 'The Lincoln' in LA was outstanding, largely due to the incredible staff. Chloe, Da'Reico, Anthony, and Armando all contributed to a fantastic atmosphere. They were professional, friendly, and made sure everyone had a great time. The security team was also impressive, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. Their professionalism added to the positive experience at the bar. Overall, the team at 'The Lincoln' truly made my visit memorable. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a bar with a great vibe, excellent service, and a secure environment.

Here on a Sunday and it's busier than a football game even after 10 PM. That's hard to find in Venice l. They offer free hotdogs and pop corns at majority of the days I have been here. The drinks are reasonable and delicious. The bar has an out door patio with indoor seating as well. The DJ plays much enjoyable music.

Nice to stop by early on a Friday since it is pretty chill and the Old Fashioned is on point

Went in for a late night drink with my buddy and of course we got The World Greatest Dad which is a shot of Old Forrester and a 16oz PBR. Received the drinks quick with a laugh and a wink. Dark bar good for dancing the night away although a little cramped you can make your own space.

Whoever was the DJ on 4/6 did an awesome job! Celebrated my 30th here with 15 other friends and we all had the best time dancing the night away. The space is so nice and hopefully they keep this DJ every Saturday because the crowd was loving it

Whether you're celebrating your divorce, a graduation, a new job, or just because... enjoy The Lincoln's atmosphere and hand crafted drinks! Come for happy hour so you can drink more for less, or come on a DJ or live music night. Happy endings all the time!

This place is place to drink and eat. Affordable and I highly recommend if you are on a budget.. nice and friendly place for night out.

Had fun celebrating my bday! Friendly staff, good drinks and live DJ. Lovely big space in and especially cool outdoor covered area with heat lamps and lots of seating and tables. They allow you to bring in outdoor food, so we did and had a blast. They serve free hot dogs, but while we were outside, they hadn't started that yet. I was told they did so much later. Parking sucks, as only street parking.

Great place to see live bands. Ventilation is good. Service was good. Musicians great!

Amazing ambiance Great drinks Great music The right crowed, really cool and mature people

Came here for a late night team get together! The outside was a bit sketchy, but the interior is super cute!! Bar has a nice woody forestry vibe that feels very fresh. There's an in-house dj and they had quite a crowd even on a Wednesday night. Was a lovely hole in the wall and had such a fun time. Will be back!

Service AMAZING. drinks were really strong & very delicious. the ambiance & vibe were cute for a date or girls night out !

"Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a men's character, give him powers." That being said Welcome to The Lincoln and without further delay let's begin this bar review. The Lincoln is a casual dive lounge bar in Venice. They're located along the ever busy Lincoln boulevard. From the outside it looks banal covered with white roof metal sheets and could easily missed as a bar. It's indoor was spacious and very dim lit. They have lounge couches, wine bar tables and a full bar. Furthermore, they have live DJ music on most nights and tonight was one of those nights. They have an extensive selection of wine, tequila, hard liquors, cocktails and beers. I opted to get Alpine Pale Ale. Prices were reasonable. This bar plays good lively lounge music which makes an upbeat atmosphere; loud enough to have a conversation with other bar patrons. Plenty of street parking around the neighborhood. Overall, it's a good chill bar to unwind and get together with friends or a date. I recommend this bar.

Came here with friends on a Saturday. Friendly bartenders, good drinks, DJ was good at first but switched the music and I left shortly after. In a sea of mostly Caucasian people and a few POC, the DJ found it appropriate to play "Freaky Friday" but only the clip where Chris Brown says "Cause I'm that n****". Everyone in the crowd stopped dancing because it was a weird vibe to switch to and tone deaf. Also, on Saturday nights folks go to dance and chill...in the dark. They had some guy shining bright camera lights, taking videos creepily of people at the bar, on the dance floor (guessing for marketing but lol...) but it wasn't clear that he was part of a film crew at first . Not the vibe for me but maybe for you.

Ambiance is amazing and the drinks were super delicious. Service was very quick as well, but I went on a Sunday so it could be different when busy.

Much better than I remember! I think this has actually had a come up since my last visit pre pandemic in February 2020. The outdoor patio is so cute and the aesthetic is very chic and simple. The drinks just taste fresh and are a little bit on the pricy side for the cocktails but when we went on a Thursday night, it was well worth it. Drinks: The best side: cucumber mint with vodka (9/10) Cereal killer: Jalapeño infused (8/10) Maple fashioned: Lincoln's take on an old fashion 8/10 Definitely recommend checking it out!!

This place was pretty fun. A better crowd that the Victorian. Lines were long! so get there before 10PM otherwise you'll wait 45+ minutes to get in. We had fun dancing inside. Pretty good mix of music. Bartenders were nice and the bar lines moved pretty quick. There is an outdoor space to cool down a little but hardly places to sit. So, don't come late night to relax you better be prepared to dance :)

FIRST I LIKE TO MAKE A NOTE. There wasn't a TOILET only Urinals in the men's room?! I guess No DUMPING allowed on the DJ. Just what you would think a western modern bar would look like. HARD wood everywhere and I ain't talking about the single guys that come through here NOPE, just an easy thirst trap... and I AINT talking about the ladies since they seem pretty taken, only the thirsty traps of the alcoholic specials. Sunday funday is taken lightly as you can get yourself a shot of bourbon or tequila for a great price.

Such a great spot to go dancing. Great music. Love the DJ here! Gets super dancey. And gets crowded!

Last Saturday was an epic adventure. The line was pretty long, but it was worth our time. We ended up ordering two bottles and we were assisted by Ashley who is an awesome employee by the way. She was very kind and quick to serve us. Even though it was crowded she managed to take the time to make sure everyone in our party was comfortable and taken care of. We will be using Ashley for future business and events. I hope that you give her a raise after this gets posted. Ashley is phenomenal and so is the Lincoln!

I stopped by early on a Friday night to avoid the initial crowd/line that forms pretty quickly around 10ish. I ordered a couple beers and one of the speciality drinks that was well made; there are a few drinks on the menu made with mezcal and I love a good smoky cocktail. The space filled up pretty quickly around 9:30ish. Clientele were a good blend of people from around the neighborhood and those who had traveled a bit to enjoy the homey ambiance in the place, mostly a youngish crowd of 20s and 30s somethings. People are pretty friendly here! Good vibes all around. My only issue was that the music starts getting loud around 9pm and I felt that there wasn't really a difference in volume from the main room to the patio so if you needed a break from the music, you'd basically have to leave and walk outside.

Really good cocktails, 90's hip hop and neo-soul music the nights I went, and good crowd. The Lincoln is my go to lounge when near Venice.

We went here last night and it was actually fun! The place isn't too big, definitely hipster bar vibes. There was a dj who played great music and a full bar. We ordered the Care Bear and the Maple Old Fashioned, both were strong but very flavorful There were plenty of places to sit as well which made it fun and lots of people. No one was wearing masks inside, they do check vaccine cards at the entry

Definitely a gem. This spot kept popping up on my ig feed for their cocktails so had to try it. Went on a weekend. Super cute spot. Drinks were on point. Great crowd and music as well.

This place is awesome. It's intimate and quiet towards the early evening but on busy nights there's definitely some noise. 10/10 recommended for a quiet date spot. Or if you're a single looking to go home with someone else you will do well there. Average age seems to be mid twenties to mid thirties. The bar is very clean. Restrooms are immaculate. If you're in the area you should stop by if you find yourself in the mood for a drink in a classy atmosphere!

It is nice before the young college students invade it late Friday and Saturdays then it smells bad and is full of drunk students who are obnoxious and can't hold their drink. Go at 7 pmish for a drink but leave before the messy crowd gets there.

Love this neighbourhood bar. Great atmosphere and ambience. Relaxed crowd, great prices and drinks. It has a great an outdoor area that for being on Lincoln is super private and quiet. The indoors is so cozy and chill I could hang out forever.

Manny is the best bartender in town! Great drinks and great atmosphere... get there early fyi

The bartender fixed me a citrus infused mocktail early in the night at a very reasonable price. The vibe on a Saturday night pre 10pm was cool and it was easy to talk. Went to dinner across the street and came back to a more late night crowd with a DJ. It was cool overall.

Yesterday night (January 15th) me and 4 of my girlfriends were trying to get in. I didn't have an actual ID on me and just a photo of it in my phone which always works fine for spots like so. The security guy refused to take me in (and it was my birthday). Okay, even if their policy prohibits to do so he was rude as hell saying that and didn't even try to soften the phrasing. Plus it was raining and after turning back we stopped near the entrance (under the roof) waiting for Uber. The decor ugh guy again very rudely said to leave because we were blocking the way (which we actually were not and people had plenty of space to exit and enter). Wow, what the heck!? I haven't encountered such rude security in ages. We then stopped by at the elephant which looks much nicer and were served in a very friendly manner even with my picture of an ID instead of an actual card. The public was much nicer too! Don't even bother with the Lincoln.

Nice ambient, good drinks great vibe highly recommended , and is at nice area a little hidden but worth it !