Blue Goose Lounge

I discovered this place through a series of coincidences. My friend had mentioned she's been to some birthday parties here before the pandemic and I didn't think much of it until I stumbled upon BGL myself one night! It's on the other side of Hollywood (I use the freeway exit to the 101 as a boarder marker in my mind) and in the neighboring plaza to Jitlada in Thai Town.Due to staffing issues, this place has become kind of a hidden speakeasy, neighborhood bar, & event space. It's open select nights (usually Fri Sat) and I can see how it could be dead, or totally happening. Bar culture is just very different now. I really enjoyed my time talking to transplants, regulars, and randos one Friday night during someone else's birthday. I decided to book an event here myself and it was really well done! They were able to give me a custom cocktail menu since I opted for an open bar, and they found me catered tacos. (You don't have to book it all out, just email to say you and how ever many ppl are coming and they will accommodate. It can be chill or a total event.) My guests had a great time, and service was easy and smooth. We ended with karaoke and the unexpected lyrics graphics MVs were kind of hilarious. I have to say, the next level avant garde lighting had everyone's photos popping! We all looked great. Neon, LA noir, Blade Runner vibes.Yes, the main bartender can be kind of mean but in an endearing curmudgeon-y way? And mostly only if you misbehave. I really recommend booking your casual event here, just be sure to EMAIL them because that's not their instagram (don't DM!). I think they have FB and TikTok though hahaha, but not IG? Again, weird, eclectic bar. I tried to act cool when I found out all the celebrities that have been to this bar, but deep down I'm actually screaming like a fan girl. There's also been many film shoots using the space. Unassuming magic.Hope you get your own BGL night! If you're driving on Sunset Blvd, worth passing by to see if it's open.

Best karaoke bar! Some friends and I went on a quiet night and ended up making friends and having a great night!

WOMEN--WARNING!!!! The bartender took my drink off the stage and placed it randomly on the bar. When I asked what happened to my drink he yelled at me NO DRINKS ON THE STAGE!! I said I'm so sorry I didn't know. He said there's your drink, drink it. I said as a woman I don't feel comfortable drinking my drink that's been out of my eyesight. (I've been roofied before) and he said so what? Drink it!! I was like can you please make me another and he refused!!! He said no way you have to buy a new drink!!! Long story short, the bartenders are pieces of shit and have no respect for their customers. It was my first drink of the night so I wasn't even drunk. I'm a bartender and I was very polite but good GOD THEY SUCK SO BAD!! Women beware these bartenders are not to be trusted. Wanted a Smog Cutter replacement but NO THANK YOU!!! #timesup

If you're tired of going through the blues, it may be a good idea to get together with some fun people and hangout at the Blue Goose Lounge. After receiving an invite from my Yelp buddy Antho L., I found myself along with other Yelpers, Ed C., Winston H., Winfield H., Antho L., and others at this small but very cool place owned by the very cool Doug, who also happens to be a Yelper. Doug made sure everyone was comfortable, as he mingled with the crowd, explained the layout of the place and, overall, just gave assurance that this is a place to have some fun.Ed C. was allowed to bring and play his own mix of music, which was great. Everyone enjoyed this mix of music so much, that we kicked off the dance segment with none other than the "electric slide". We all did dance moves from the 70s up to current moves, as much as we could. After listening to the incomparable music mix from Ed, it was time for karaoke. This was too funny, cool, and just plain entertaining. All jokes aside, I'm just glad Simon Cowell, from American Idol, wasn't there to criticize because there would've been much criticism! After having much fun, you can go to the bar and order a drink and/or, surprisingly, the bartenders were approaching the customers to make sure they were fine with their drinks. In addition, food is also served here at inexpensive costs, with the cheapest being the KBBQ tacos at $2.So, it doesn't require much or cost much to have a good time. Again, just get with some fun people, get a nice venue, and be willing and ready to have a good time! Thanks Ed C. for organizing this gathering, thanks Antho L. for the invite, thanks Doug for providing the venue, and thanks to Yelp for helping to bring people together, as well as providing the platform for awareness of local businesses.

I've been birthday shopping. Oh really Steph? When was your birthday? It's in September, but since I am planning on throwing one hell of a kick ass party with fellow Virgo and homefry Aunny D, the ball has been rolling for quite some time now. Should we do it at The Prince? Should I do another tranny Shakey's adventure? Is Red Lobster calling my name? Well, the questions have all been answered and the search is complete, because Blue Goose is it!I came here on Saturday night for Diana N's bday bash and instantly fell in love. We hadn't even walked in yet and I loved the place. Mostly because I got to meet the owner (doug d) right away and seeing as how he is a yelper, what's not to love about him, hehe.We then entered the joint and saw many friendly and familiar yelpin faces, along with a really cool bar! It's a total mix of styles incorporating everything from industrial to gothic to shabby chic and even has rope as molding in the Fran D room. It's not really called that, but lucky for me, Fran was kind enough to let us cop a cozy squat on the couch in there. :)The only thing that was a misfire on the night of the event was the bar. But I am still going to give this place a strong 5 because the bar staff wasn't the real bar staff and instead was a friend of the owners filling in. I don't know what he does for a living, but if he has any aspirations of bartenderhood, um, I would start re-thinking that like yesterday. Nice enough guy, but man, it was painful. With that said, I am looking forward to going back this week and seeing what the usual crew is pourin.Overall though, this place is great and it even has karaoke. This was of course our cue to leave as me and the karaoke are pretty much mortal enemies and we opted for a night cap of Sambuca in the Valley. But if you love to sing your little heart out in a cool atmosphere in a great location, then Bam, the Blue Goose is your best bet!Good job guys!UPDATE as of August 3rd....I done sang some Karaoke huurrr and done sang lots of it. Milkshake anyone?

This one's for the birthday boy, Greg "The Guwapo Gansta" A, whose night of debauchery started at the Curry Palace, staggered on to the Blue Goose Lounge, and ended in a pool of vomit at Jumbo's Clown Room, clutching a fistful of dollar bills. (http://www.yelp.com/events/los-angeles-update-its-a-guwapo-gangsta-birthday-with-alcohol-and-vegas)(To the tune of Elvis' "Blue Suede Shoes")"Well, it's one for the curry,Two for the blow,Three for the hookers,Now go, Greg, go.But don't you barf in the Blue Goose Lounge.It's your birthday tonight but don't you barf in the Blue Goose Lounge.Well, you can rock the mic,Get shit faced,Shake your bootyIn front of Joan's face.Do anything that you want to do, but uh-uh,Greg, lay off of the booze.Don't you barf in the Blue Goose Lounge.You can do anything but don't you barf in the Blue Goose Lounge.You can go to Jumbo's,Smoke some pot,Puke on a stripperWho you think is hot.Do anything that you want to do, but uh-uh,Greg, lay off of the booze.Don't you barf in the Blue Goose Lounge.You can do anything but don't you barf in the Blue Goose Lounge."The Guwapo Gangsta has left the building. I think he's in the gutter.Happy birthday Greg!

I love bars like this, nondescript on the outside and all Architectural Digest-worthy on the inside. Curvy lounge-style couches are a treat as are hooks under the bar for the girls to hang their purses. This small bar does well at maximizing it's space.The little room where Aunny exhibited her best wheel barrel acrobatics with the stripper is perfect for these giggly girl antics. And I love it when there's a stage for karaoke so you can feel like the rock star you think you are. I didn't get to explore the upstairs loft looking area or the bathrooms. And I didn't even get to sing my standby, "Hit Me With Your Best Shot". But I'll save star #5 for future visits.The bartender poured a great De La Rosa at $5 a pop, but I need further convincing on the Martini skills. Ahem, bigger olives, please.Another UYE here, anyone???

Great vibe, crowd was younger, and karaoke was tons of fun. Doug is an amazing bartender!!

Look, it's a dive bar that has karaoke. Cool. But man, the owner/bartender is a DICK. We brought about 15 people (of 20 in the bar) and the guy basically threatened to close the bar because we weren't buying enough drinks. Except EVERYONE was buying drinks. And then we got yelled at for trying to get a group photo and someone sitting on the back of the couch. Straight out behind the bar with a flashlight in our faces to get off. Used to be a fun spot to end the night but that's changed. Would not recommend anymore.

Great spot! Comfy seating and great vibes. Super underrated- highly recommend checking this place out the next time you're out.