Break Room 86

📍 Gay bars in Los Angeles

7.2

Break Room 86 is a nostalgic Los Angeles bar that immerses guests in an 80s-inspired atmosphere, blending retro decor, pulsating music, and lively energy. The venue stands out for its dynamic performances, including go-go dancing and karaoke sessions, which add to the spirited ambiance. With a mix of arcade games and a well-curated drink menu, it strikes a balance between casual fun and a polished nightlife experience.

Accessible through a discreet entrance, the bar offers a hidden gem feel, making it ideal for both solo visitors and groups. While pricing on certain requests can be a point of consideration, the overall vibe—friendly crowd, engaging entertainment, and throwback charm—makes it a memorable stop. The adjacent lounge, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, further enhances its appeal for extended outings.

Features and services of Break Room 86

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Karaoke
  • Live music
  • Live performances

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Dancing
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Break Room 86 is in position 10 out of 32 in gay bars in Los Angeles

Customer Reviews

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Break Room 86 has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on over 612 reviews on Google

Ira Horowitz

Stepping into this place felt like accidentally time-traveling straight into the 1980s and I mean that in the best possible way. Neon lights, big energy, great music, and the kind of vibe where you half expect someone to walk in wearing a Members Only jacket. The drinks were solid, the crowd was friendly, and the whole place had that perfectly chaotic "let’s have a good time and not overthink it" energy that a great bar needs. Special shoutout to the go-go dancers, who absolutely brought the party. Tons of energy, great moves, and they really kept the room buzzing all night. Honestly, they deserve their own round of applause. If you’re looking for a place that doesn’t take itself too seriously, plays great throwback music, and delivers a fun night out with a little retro flair, this spot absolutely delivers. We came for a drink and ended up staying way longer than planned which is usually the best sign of a good bar. Would definitely come back… preferably with bigger hair and better dance moves next time.

Ira Horowitz ☆ 5/5
Ben Comin

Really neat speakeasy-esque spot. 80s themed decor and vibe. Cool for a drink or 2. Believe you need to get a bottle to do karaoke which is kind of a bummer but makes sense if you have a decent sized party.

Ben Comin ☆ 5/5
Qalil Ismail

Incredible experience! Nightcapped our Valentine's day here and the drinks and vibes were immaculate. Plenty of room to dance and hang. The complimentary arcade games were a highlight. They had two shows of great dancers to MJ and Beastie Boys that were iconic. 12/10 Recommend

Qalil Ismail ☆ 5/5
CC Reviews

Really cool hidden gem in K-Town. Cool walk in experience. You immediately walk in to cool vibes and 80’s music. The ratio men/women is great. Cool singles spot or even to take a date for a chill experience.

CC Reviews ☆ 5/5
A

I specifically asked for water in a fancy glass so that it wasn't blatantly obvious that I wasn't drinking. I was given a bottled Evian water and was charged the price of a cocktail. Such bullshit.

A ☆ 1/5
ACALDERON02

This speakeasy you go through a side door, the hallway has storage items , you get to a vend machine were you enter into the bar. The dj plays 80 music , 80s decor, they have some old game machines you can play for free on, drinks are great I had a mule and lemon drop , and they had (2) performances at 12am which was great. Definitely a place to check out. Also if you went to go to another place the same building but in the front has a lounge called Kiss Kiss Bang Bang , also a fun spot.

ACALDERON02 ☆ 5/5
dj voss

Visiting L. A. For the weekend , we decided to visit Break Room 86… and it was awesome! Good decision ! Only wish that some like this 80’s vibes would be in fresno , where we are from! We def. Visit it again!

dj voss ☆ 5/5
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Information about Break Room 86

Address

Break Room 86 is located at 630 S Ardmore Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90010, United States

Phone

The phone number of Break Room 86 is +1 213-368-3056

Website

The website of Break Room 86 is: breakroom86.com

Business Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 21:00–02:00
Friday: 21:00–02:00
Saturday: 21:00–02:00
Sunday: Closed

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