Red Lion Tavern
Silver Lake, Los Angeles
Restaurant in Los Angeles, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Red Lion Tavern is better for a casual late-night Los Angeles plan than a high-stakes dinner. Pick it for drinks, groups, and relaxed celebrations where atmosphere matters more than a chef-led menu or award credentials; choose a more structured restaurant if the night needs clear cuisine, pricing, and service expectations.
About Red Lion Tavern
Red Lion Tavern in Los Angeles is a casual spot with late hours. This guide focuses on the essentials for planning a visit, including timing and dress code.
The clearest reason to consider Red Lion Tavern is timing. Hours run from 12 PM–2 AM Monday through Friday and 11 AM–2 AM Saturday and Sunday. That makes it a flexible Los Angeles option when a plan needs a place that remains open late, but it is best approached as a straightforward neighborhood stop rather than a venue defined by a specific food program or special-occasion format.
Use it for flexible timing, not a detailed dining plan
Red Lion Tavern is easiest to recommend when the priority is a casual dress code and late operating hours. If the occasion depends on a known cuisine, a published chef story, a tasting-menu structure, a price range, or a confirmed awards history, those details are not available.
For readers comparing broader Los Angeles options, start with the Los Angeles restaurants guide for full dinner planning, or use the Los Angeles bars guide if the priority is the later part of the evening. Red Lion Tavern makes sense when hours and casual dress are the deciding factors.
Who should choose it
Choose Red Lion Tavern for a low-pressure Los Angeles plan where late hours and casual dress matter more than detailed dining information. Diners who need a specific cuisine, menu structure, chef background, or award recognition should compare it with other Los Angeles venues before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- 2366 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039
- Website
- redliontavern.net
- Phone
- +13236625337
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Red Lion Tavern reads like Silver Lake's steadfast beer hall: a dark-wood interior hung with Bavarian kitsch, servers in traditional dress and long communal tables that encourage staying as long as the steins keep coming. The space feels worn-in and familiar rather than curated for trend coverage; everything about it signals a low-effort comfort that rewards conversation and conviviality. Rather than aiming for quiet refinement, the room embraces noise and ritual — rounds of draft beer, hearty plates passed around the table — creating a reliably sociable, old-school neighborhood anchor.
Best For
This is a place built for groups and uncomplicated celebrations. It excels for evenings when the occasion is social energy rather than formality: milestone toasts, birthday gatherings, or just a rowdy night out with friends. The beer-hall format and generous plates make it ideal for sharing and lingering; diners come to eat heartily, drink lager by the pitcher, and let the evening unfold without ceremony. It’s less about a plated sequence and more about sustained company, so plan visits around a relaxed, communal dining rhythm.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the tavern’s strengths: order shareable, robust dishes and pair them with draft beer. The Sausage Platter, Red Lion Schnitzel and Schweinebraten are the signatures to anchor a group meal—great for passing around with sides and pretzels. Given the communal seating, plan to share plates and expect convivial, loud service rather than formal pacing. If you’re marking a celebration, bring a group so you can sample several hearty mains and keep the rounds of lager going; those elements capture what the place does best.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy, older-style tavern with a lively beer garden atmosphere, evoking a traditional German pub.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Sausage Platter
- Red Lion Schnitzel
- Schweinebraten
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2366 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Burgers Never Say Die, Hamburgers, Hamburgers
- Gingergrass, Notable alternative
- Salazar, Mexican, Mexican
- Forage, Notable alternative
- Michelangelo Ristorante, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Los Angeles
Red Lion Tavern is the easier, later-feeling choice when the plan is casual and flexible. Burgers Never Say Die is the cleaner pick when the group specifically wants hamburgers, while Salazar is the stronger option for a Mexican meal with a more deliberate dinner feel.
For a quieter meal built around food rather than bar energy, compare it with Gingergrass, Forage, or Michelangelo Ristorante. Those are better cross-shops when the occasion needs a clearer restaurant structure; Red Lion Tavern wins when the deciding factors are ease, neighborhood convenience, and a looser atmosphere.
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Compare Red Lion Tavern
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion Tavern | Los Angeles | , | No published awards |
| Burgers Never Say Die | Los Angeles | Hamburgers | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #1402025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #1302024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #128Pearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Gingergrass | Los Angeles | , | No published awards |
| Salazar | Los Angeles | Mexican | 2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #2842024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #3022023 OAD Gourmet Casual Dining in North America Ranked · #1342023 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #135 |
| Forage | Los Angeles | , | No published awards |
| Michelangelo Ristorante | Los Angeles | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Red Lion Tavern in Los Angeles?
Other Los Angeles options to compare include Burgers Never Say Die, Gingergrass, Salazar, Forage, and Michelangelo Ristorante. Choose based on the kind of meal, timing, and setting you want.
Can I eat at the bar at Red Lion Tavern?
The hours run until 2 AM daily, but check the venue directly for current seating arrangements.
Is Red Lion Tavern good for a special occasion?
It may work for a low-pressure plan if casual dress and late hours are the priorities. For a milestone meal that depends on a specific cuisine, chef, menu format, or service style, those details are not available.
