The Lola
Westgate Entertainment District, Glendale
Restaurant in Glendale, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
The Lola is a practical Glendale pick when timing and location matter more than a chef-led or award-backed meal. Use it for a casual daytime reset or a later Friday/Saturday group plan in the Entertainment District; choose a more defined peer if the occasion calls for steakhouse polish, tacos, beer, or a tighter restaurant identity.
About The Lola
The Lola is a casual Glendale option with a schedule that runs later on Fridays and Saturdays than on most other days.
The case for considering it is practical: use The Lola when Glendale location and timing matter more than a tightly defined dining identity.
Use it in two different ways: daytime stop or late-night Glendale base
For a first visit, a daytime or early-evening stop is the cleaner test. The Lola opens at 11 AM Monday through Thursday and at 10 AM Friday through Sunday. For a later plan, Friday and Saturday are the key nights, when the hours extend until 2 AM.
A multi-visit strategy makes sense if you want to read it as a flexible casual option rather than a tightly scripted dining experience. Keep expectations casual, let the occasion drive the choice, and compare it with other options only by fit and timing. If the goal is a different kind of outing, Nineteen 86 Steakhouse may be worth comparing. If the goal is an easy Glendale meeting point with broader hours on the weekend, The Lola is a reasonable venue to consider.
Better for flexible plans than destination dining
The practical verdict: consider it for casual dress, Glendale convenience, and a schedule that can work for daytime, early evening, or late Friday and Saturday plans. Skip it if your decision depends on a particular cuisine, chef reputation, award-backed cooking, or a specific menu item. For more Glendale options, use Our full Glendale restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 9375 W Entertainment Blvd, Glendale, AZ 85305
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- lolacocktaillabandeatery.com
- Phone
- +16234321220
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Lola reads like a neighborhood sit-down that leans casual but takes its service seriously. Planted on West Entertainment Boulevard near State Farm Stadium and Gila River Arena, it balances the high-energy backdrop of an entertainment district with a team-driven, floor-forward front of house. That focus on full-service hospitality gives the place a more deliberate, thoughtful feel than the surrounding chain-heavy strip, so even amid event traffic the restaurant comes across as a reliable local spot where people linger over food rather than grab and go.
Best For
The Lola is best for groups, weekend brunches, and anyone looking for a proper sit-down in the West Valley’s entertainment corridor. Its location makes it an easy choice for visitors and locals converging before or after games and shows, while its full-service operation supports longer meals and shared plates. Brunch service is a clear draw — Chicken & Waffle and the Bruncher Board point to a menu built for communal ordering — and the Da Lola Burger gives lunch and dinner visitors a familiar, crowd-pleasing option.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the venue’s highlighted items: the Chicken & Waffle and Bruncher Board are natural bets at brunch, and the Da Lola Burger is an easy go-to for lunch or dinner. Given the restaurant’s emphasis on full-service, expect staff to guide timing and portions, and plan to share the Bruncher Board if you arrive with a group. Because the spot sits amid stadium and arena traffic, consider timing visits around event schedules if you prefer a steadier, less crowded meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Open industrial ambiance with trendy indoor/outdoor seating, TVs, and lively atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Small plates, A la carte
- Wine Program
- Curated
- Drinks Focus
- Craft cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Gluten-free options
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Chicken & Waffle
- Da Lola Burger
- Bruncher Board
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 9375 W Entertainment Blvd, Glendale, AZ 85305
Planning details
Location
9375 W Entertainment Blvd, Glendale, AZ 85305 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the fit
Pick Salt Tacos y Tequila if the group wants a more defined casual theme. Pick Nineteen 86 Steakhouse if the night needs a stronger special-occasion frame.
Restaurant context
How The Lola compares in Glendale
The Lola is the flexible pick in this Glendale set: easier to fit into a loose entertainment-district plan than a venue built around one narrow lane. Thirsty Lion is the safer choice for a familiar pub-style group meal, while Salt Tacos y Tequila makes more sense when the group wants a clearer food-and-drink theme.
For beer-led plans, State 48 Funk House Brewery is the more direct call. For a bigger occasion, Nineteen 86 Steakhouse reads as the more occasion-driven choice. The Vig is the cross-shop for diners who want a polished casual room and do not need to stay in Glendale.
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Compare The Lola
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Lola | Glendale | No published awards |
| Thirsty Lion | Glendale | No published awards |
| Salt Tacos y Tequila | Glendale | No published awards |
| State 48 Funk House Brewery | Glendale | No published awards |
| Nineteen 86 Steakhouse | Glendale | No published awards |
| The Vig | Peoria | No published awards |
How The Lola Glendale compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to The Lola?
Go casual and comfortable. The dress code for The Lola in Glendale is casual, so there is no need to dress formally unless your group wants to.
Is daytime or evening better at The Lola?
Daytime or early evening is the simpler choice for a first visit. Monday through Thursday, The Lola is open from 11 AM to 9 PM. Friday and Saturday are better if you want a later Glendale plan, because the hours run from 10 AM to 2 AM.
Is The Lola good for solo dining?
It can be, if you want a flexible Glendale stop rather than a venue selected for a particular chef, cuisine, or fixed format. The hours give you several timing options, including 10 AM openings on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What should I order at The Lola?
Choose based on what fits your visit, and treat the first stop as a casual read on whether the venue suits your plans.
What are alternatives to The Lola?
For other options to compare, consider Thirsty Lion, State 48 Funk House Brewery, Salt Tacos y Tequila, or Nineteen 86 Steakhouse, depending on the kind of outing you want.
Is The Lola good for a special occasion?
It may work for a low-key occasion if casual dress and Glendale timing are the priorities. For a different kind of plan, compare it with Nineteen 86 Steakhouse; for another option, compare it with The Vig.
