The entertainment was great, the service was good, the food overpriced by a lot and mediocre. The nachos were like 15 bucks and did NOT include meat, we had to pay 7 dollars to add a protein which is extremely greedy imo. We wanted to originally order the Mac and cheese egg roll till the waitress told us they didn’t have any AND that when they say two it’s really just one cut in half….I hope that’s not true. The drinks super expensive and mediocre as well. The atmosphere was great until somebody closed the part that was left open. It was very nice feeling the breeze then he closed it and it got unbearably hot and uncomfortable. The best thing about this place outside the entertainment was the Jamaican food truck parked in front of it. Ok for a one time thing but probably would never come back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
Lariesha Black
FALSE ADVERTISING!!!! Just went there last time with my friend, well atleast tried to! Because when we got there the door was closed and locked. Also nobody picked up the phone to answer any questions. And we went around 9:30pm (they had an event going on on Event Brite around that same time we arrived).
Yeslin R.
The worst experience in this facility! They charge you every time you order something , ahead of time ! It's suppose to be a sports bar where you can sit down order drinks and apps ! Everything is so overly priced ! They don't know how to make mixed drinks too syrupy ! Takes like no alcohol and the waitress got annoyed at me for letting them know that they did made the drink wrong ! The food was not good either ! My husband and I were there for a comedy skit, to see a friend ! We were only there for him, this place is so hot ! They close the big door on the side because people supposedly leave without paying , how can they leave if you charge before getting the damm food if I could give it no stars I would but I can't !
Gladys C.
If I could give this place zero stars I would. Last week my boyfriend went for a drink. He bought a drink, signed the bill and that was it. The next day he got a notification from his bank asking if I be made a purchase at the Ringmasters Bar. He looked at his account and saw a $500 fee from the bar on his account. Thankfully his bank confirms big purchases before processing but he was very upset. Eventually he got the money back as the bank did an investigation, but this place has employees as scammers. DO NOT TRUST THIS PLACE. Aside from the drinks being over priced, this place is shady and we will not be going back. Avoid if you don't want to get scammed! This place also looks grimey.
Joseph G.
The entertainment was great, the service was good, the food overpriced by a lot and mediocre. The drinks super expensive and mediocre as well. The atmosphere was great until somebody closed the part that was left open. It was very nice feeling the breeze then he closed it and it got unbearably hot and uncomfortable. Ok for a one time thing but probably would never come back.
Danny Martin
PROBLEM #1.) PAY FIRST. I ordered a double Makers on the rocks and was asked to pay immediately. I asked Kay, (very nice by the way) Why? I was here to watch sports, and would be ordering more. I would have to pay after each order? "Yes, she said." "Why," I asked. She said it was because it was "Hollywood." I don't know what turnip truck they think I fell off of, but I've lived in L.A. and Hollywood all my life, and this is the first time I was asked to pay up front.PROBLEM #2.) If I pay up front how do I know whether or not to tip well if my customer experience isn't over?PROBLEM #3.) You can't call yourself a "Sports Bar," where patrons have a tendency to order for hours as they hunger for more options and not give them flexibility to run a tab. You want them to pay after each transaction? MAJOR inconvenience to the customer, and I'd advise management here that there are numerous locations on Hollywood Blvd. where this isn't policy. Spend your money elsewhere.PROBLEM #4.) Overpriced. Had a double makers and catfish nuggets. Bill was $52.00. I know things are generally expensive nowadays, but hear me patrons, there are many places where you can get "average" food & drinks for less.PROBLEM #5.) Drink was waaaaay watered down.PROBLEM #6.) One of the things that drew me in was the airy open to the street vibe. At some point "management?" closed up the sidewalk doors, leaving the joint more gloomy. When I asked Kay why she said they were preparing for an event. Ok, fine. However, when I entered, it would have been nice to know this up front, giving me the "option," to stay or go. Management was inconsiderate to patrons. If they don't value customers, eat elsewhere.* To their credit, the food was not bad, but it also wasn't great enough for me to recommend, especially, based on their prices. Kay, the server, was pleasant, and if not for her, I probably would not have given them the time of day.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Mike H.
Staff was friendly. Went during pride. They let us share mimosas. Would recommend you try
Usman P.
The Ring Master Sports Bar used to be KARNEVIL; "a vintage circus themed nightclub and performance space in the heart of Hollywood California."When converting the place into a sports bar, they ended up keeping some of the props including a giant cage dangling from the ceiling and a freaky clown at the backdrop of the bar. It made for a pretty unique and creative atmosphere.However, despite the creative ambience and several tv's showing the game/games (with volume), this place was a bit of an L.Overpriced cocktails filled mostly with ice, mediocre to terrible appetizers. The queso dip was awful and barely edible. Service was slow, although our server was friendly. I'd skip.
I’m from Chicago, annd I loved down the street from “ the ring master “ not that long ago… and I’ve been all over the world eating some of the best food!! The ring master is excellent ! I love everything about that place. They have security that makes me feel safe, and their food is delicious. The drinks are spectacular!! ??? & their DJ has some pretty good music as well. I highly recommend!!
Keith Clanton
Y’all! Where do I even begin? Long story short, the food came out wrong twice after the waitress confirmed our orders…twice. I could see the kitchen/expo window from the dining room and the waitress was snacking on food prepared for customers. Cool. Gratuity is included on your check, which is fine, but nowhere did it state that on the menu. I would’ve rather eaten at Buffalo Wild Wings, y’all. It was THAT bad. Just…NOPE!
Karen Salgado
I was exicted for this bar since i live up the street. I do have to say my drink was very delicious with that being said, my friends drink had no tatse of alcohol at all instead of them asking to remake it they wanted to charge us $5 for an extra shot. Customer service sucked we went on a Sunday afternoon not busy at all. While ordering the waitress really answered her phone. Drinks too forever to get to our table as well as getting our change back. As a local don't bother coming cocktails are $20, you could get better service at Jameson with drinks that have alcohol. Like I said I was excited because the theme of the bar looks fun but there's something off with this bar. ?
Dizzy Disc0
I eat here almost every other day, taco Tuesday and karaoke is the best, as well as $1 wing Wednesday!!! Come stop by ☺️
Dache Owens
Hey there every one I live up the street aswell @katt to be truly honest I love it at the ring Master I go at least twice a week I wouldn't be caught dead at Jameson bar they have no vibe and the music sucks so I'm all I'm saying # team the ring master.... your favorite local ?
The entertainment was great, the service was good, the food overpriced by a lot and mediocre. The nachos were like 15 bucks and did NOT include meat, we had to pay 7 dollars to add a protein which is extremely greedy imo. We wanted to originally order the Mac and cheese egg roll till the waitress told us they didn’t have any AND that when they say two it’s really just one cut in half….I hope that’s not true. The drinks super expensive and mediocre as well. The atmosphere was great until somebody closed the part that was left open. It was very nice feeling the breeze then he closed it and it got unbearably hot and uncomfortable. The best thing about this place outside the entertainment was the Jamaican food truck parked in front of it. Ok for a one time thing but probably would never come back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
FALSE ADVERTISING!!!! Just went there last time with my friend, well atleast tried to! Because when we got there the door was closed and locked. Also nobody picked up the phone to answer any questions. And we went around 9:30pm (they had an event going on on Event Brite around that same time we arrived).
The worst experience in this facility! They charge you every time you order something , ahead of time ! It's suppose to be a sports bar where you can sit down order drinks and apps ! Everything is so overly priced ! They don't know how to make mixed drinks too syrupy ! Takes like no alcohol and the waitress got annoyed at me for letting them know that they did made the drink wrong ! The food was not good either ! My husband and I were there for a comedy skit, to see a friend ! We were only there for him, this place is so hot ! They close the big door on the side because people supposedly leave without paying , how can they leave if you charge before getting the damm food if I could give it no stars I would but I can't !
If I could give this place zero stars I would. Last week my boyfriend went for a drink. He bought a drink, signed the bill and that was it. The next day he got a notification from his bank asking if I be made a purchase at the Ringmasters Bar. He looked at his account and saw a $500 fee from the bar on his account. Thankfully his bank confirms big purchases before processing but he was very upset. Eventually he got the money back as the bank did an investigation, but this place has employees as scammers. DO NOT TRUST THIS PLACE. Aside from the drinks being over priced, this place is shady and we will not be going back. Avoid if you don't want to get scammed! This place also looks grimey.
The entertainment was great, the service was good, the food overpriced by a lot and mediocre. The drinks super expensive and mediocre as well. The atmosphere was great until somebody closed the part that was left open. It was very nice feeling the breeze then he closed it and it got unbearably hot and uncomfortable. Ok for a one time thing but probably would never come back.
PROBLEM #1.) PAY FIRST. I ordered a double Makers on the rocks and was asked to pay immediately. I asked Kay, (very nice by the way) Why? I was here to watch sports, and would be ordering more. I would have to pay after each order? "Yes, she said." "Why," I asked. She said it was because it was "Hollywood." I don't know what turnip truck they think I fell off of, but I've lived in L.A. and Hollywood all my life, and this is the first time I was asked to pay up front.PROBLEM #2.) If I pay up front how do I know whether or not to tip well if my customer experience isn't over?PROBLEM #3.) You can't call yourself a "Sports Bar," where patrons have a tendency to order for hours as they hunger for more options and not give them flexibility to run a tab. You want them to pay after each transaction? MAJOR inconvenience to the customer, and I'd advise management here that there are numerous locations on Hollywood Blvd. where this isn't policy. Spend your money elsewhere.PROBLEM #4.) Overpriced. Had a double makers and catfish nuggets. Bill was $52.00. I know things are generally expensive nowadays, but hear me patrons, there are many places where you can get "average" food & drinks for less.PROBLEM #5.) Drink was waaaaay watered down.PROBLEM #6.) One of the things that drew me in was the airy open to the street vibe. At some point "management?" closed up the sidewalk doors, leaving the joint more gloomy. When I asked Kay why she said they were preparing for an event. Ok, fine. However, when I entered, it would have been nice to know this up front, giving me the "option," to stay or go. Management was inconsiderate to patrons. If they don't value customers, eat elsewhere.* To their credit, the food was not bad, but it also wasn't great enough for me to recommend, especially, based on their prices. Kay, the server, was pleasant, and if not for her, I probably would not have given them the time of day.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Staff was friendly. Went during pride. They let us share mimosas. Would recommend you try
The Ring Master Sports Bar used to be KARNEVIL; "a vintage circus themed nightclub and performance space in the heart of Hollywood California."When converting the place into a sports bar, they ended up keeping some of the props including a giant cage dangling from the ceiling and a freaky clown at the backdrop of the bar. It made for a pretty unique and creative atmosphere.However, despite the creative ambience and several tv's showing the game/games (with volume), this place was a bit of an L.Overpriced cocktails filled mostly with ice, mediocre to terrible appetizers. The queso dip was awful and barely edible. Service was slow, although our server was friendly. I'd skip.
Music. Cool concept. Good service. Stop by...
The best in hollywood!!
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I’m from Chicago, annd I loved down the street from “ the ring master “ not that long ago… and I’ve been all over the world eating some of the best food!! The ring master is excellent ! I love everything about that place. They have security that makes me feel safe, and their food is delicious. The drinks are spectacular!! ??? & their DJ has some pretty good music as well. I highly recommend!!
Y’all! Where do I even begin? Long story short, the food came out wrong twice after the waitress confirmed our orders…twice. I could see the kitchen/expo window from the dining room and the waitress was snacking on food prepared for customers. Cool. Gratuity is included on your check, which is fine, but nowhere did it state that on the menu. I would’ve rather eaten at Buffalo Wild Wings, y’all. It was THAT bad. Just…NOPE!
I was exicted for this bar since i live up the street. I do have to say my drink was very delicious with that being said, my friends drink had no tatse of alcohol at all instead of them asking to remake it they wanted to charge us $5 for an extra shot. Customer service sucked we went on a Sunday afternoon not busy at all. While ordering the waitress really answered her phone. Drinks too forever to get to our table as well as getting our change back. As a local don't bother coming cocktails are $20, you could get better service at Jameson with drinks that have alcohol. Like I said I was excited because the theme of the bar looks fun but there's something off with this bar. ?
I eat here almost every other day, taco Tuesday and karaoke is the best, as well as $1 wing Wednesday!!! Come stop by ☺️
Hey there every one I live up the street aswell @katt to be truly honest I love it at the ring Master I go at least twice a week I wouldn't be caught dead at Jameson bar they have no vibe and the music sucks so I'm all I'm saying # team the ring master.... your favorite local ?