Wolf & Crane Bar
Bar · Historic Core
366 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Highlights
Largest Japanese whisky collection in the US; inventive cocktails
Largest Japanese whisky collection in the US; inventive cocktails
"As reported by general manager Jason Valdez, the bar has seen noticeably reduced foot traffic and a sense that recent weeks felt reminiscent of the pandemic, leaving sidewalks quieter and contributing to sluggish sales. Valdez frames the venue as a sanctuary where guests can connect with neighbors about shared concerns, and he highlights a strengthened solidarity among local bars as they promote one another and pursue equitable recovery even while city-level support has felt limited." - Rich Manning
"With an extensive lineup of Japanese Whiskey, as well as a concisely curated list of craft beers and other select cocktails, Wolf & Crane is the perfect spot to meet a friend before dinner in Little Tokyo. Its modern wood interior and low-key lighting create an intimate atmosphere. Bartenders here are always friendly and knowledgable, and the clientele is mostly Little Tokyo and Arts District locals. On weekends, there's a DJ who sets the mood with old school hip hop." - Sandwich Video
"What started as a Little Tokyo neighborhood bar in 2013 has since evolved into a destination for worldly whiskey lovers. The growing interest in the Japanese whisky category motivated Wolf & Crane to develop its own whisky program. Now, it boasts the largest Japanese whisky collection in the U.S., with rarities like the Hibiki 30-year and Yamazaki 18-year Mizunara Cask. But those who prefer mixed drinks can partake of classics and house creations such as a mango sake spritz and Hong Kong milk tea-inspired clarified milk punch." - Caroline Pardilla
"Wolf and Crane is a fantastic neighborhood bar in Little Tokyo, and a fun place to dance any night of the week. The music is good, there’s always a crowd, and Happy Hour runs all night on Sundays. The Deal: $5 beers, house wine and well liquors. When: All night Sunday, weekdays 5-7pm" - brett keating
"Wolf & Crane will celebrate 10 years in Los Angeles by hosting a party tonight. Park Hospitality (which also owns Donna’s, Bar Flores, and Lowboy in Echo Park) will start festivities at 3 p.m. with drink specials, bartending alumni, DJs, an ice luge, and a merch store showcasing anniversary glassware. Atlaco Taco will be on-site as well." - Mona Holmes
