Everson Royce Bar, one of L.A.’s best bars for the past decade, is closing at the end of the year
Key Points:
- Everson Royce Bar (E.R.B.), a beloved hangout in Downtown L.A.’s Arts District known for its cocktails and standout cheeseburger, announced it will close on December 20 after nearly 11 years in business.
- The bar cited the difficulty of doing business in Los Angeles as a key reason for the closure and expressed gratitude to its regulars and staff in an Instagram post.
- E.R.B. opened in 2015 and quickly became a staple in the neighborhood, praised for its inviting atmosphere and chef Matt Molina’s minimalist burger, which has been featured on best burger lists.
- To mark its 11th anniversary and impending closure, E.R.B. is hosting celebrations with new drinks and an ice luge, inviting patrons to visit before it closes.
- Co-owners Randy Clement and April Langford are also closing West Altadena Wine and Spirits, a community-focused wine shop, by October 25, while their adjoining Good Neighbor Bar will remain open.