Father's Office

I've been here a couple times just for drinks, but finally sat down for dinner last night. I had the beet salad...delicious! My husband had the burger and loved it as well. Everyone was really friendly, but it was kind of a bummer to have to share a tiny space at the end of the bar to eat our meal. Overall, though, a good experience. Pros: food, service Cons: crowded more

I went to F.O. last weekend after hearing about it from other friends. Its a cool little place, but seating can be difficult. We got lucky and had a group leave just as we got in, but it can be uncomfortable if there are a lot of people waiting and watching you finish your food with the hopes that they can take your table. Tried the burger and sweet potato fries (served in a cute tiny shopping cart), and those were both really good. Burger was juicy and the bread was toasted perfectly. Also had a thai steak salad, which was a special that night, and that was pretty good too. Overall its a cool place to grab a bite and have some good beer, but the whole seating situation can be annoying. Pros: Great burger and sweet potato fries Cons: Hard to find a table more

I went to F.O. last weekend after hearing about it from other friends. Its a cool little place, but seating can be difficult. We got lucky and had a group leave just as we got in, but it can be uncomfortable if there are a lot of people waiting and watching you finish your food with the hopes that they can take your table. Tried the burger and sweet potato fries (served in a cute tiny shopping cart), and those were both really good. Burger was juicy and the bread was toasted perfectly. Also had a thai steak salad, which was a special that night, and that was pretty good too. Overall its a cool place to grab a bite and have some good beer, but the whole seating situation can be annoying. Pros: Great burger and sweet potato fries Cons: Hard to find a table more

Honestly, I have been hearing about this burger for too long not to be a LITTLE disappointed. Too much hype can take the life out anything (remember Titanic?) but to be honest, I thought the burger was just? okay. The boyfriend and I have been dying to check it out and Sunday we finally did. So the sweet potato fries are great, but then how do you screw up a sweet potato fry? The regular fries were a little greasy for my taste, and the whole no ketchup thing is a tough pill to swallow. As for the burger, I thought the French roll was a little dry and found the onion/bacon/tomato topping a little, I don?t know, gelatinous? It was a good burger, don?t get me wring, but I couldn?t help feeling a little disappointed when we left. I wish we had tried some of the other offering because the table next to us had the steak salad as well as a goat cheese dish; they both looked much more exciting than the burger. Honestly, I like the burgers at Houston?s better. Pros: Good beer selection more

Honestly, I have been hearing about this burger for too long not to be a LITTLE disappointed. Too much hype can take the life out anything (remember Titanic?) but to be honest, I thought the burger was just? okay. The boyfriend and I have been dying to check it out and Sunday we finally did. So the sweet potato fries are great, but then how do you screw up a sweet potato fry? The regular fries were a little greasy for my taste, and the whole no ketchup thing is a tough pill to swallow. As for the burger, I thought the French roll was a little dry and found the onion/bacon/tomato topping a little, I don?t know, gelatinous? It was a good burger, don?t get me wring, but I couldn?t help feeling a little disappointed when we left. I wish we had tried some of the other offering because the table next to us had the steak salad as well as a goat cheese dish; they both looked much more exciting than the burger. Honestly, I like the burgers at Houston?s better. Pros: Good beer selection more

For me, the biggest draw of Father's Office has always been the burger. The beef was so good, you didn't think twice about spending nine bucks on a hamburger. But on a recent trip, I discovered that they were using a lower quality beef and trying to pass it off as the same burger. I thought that there was something wrong with my particular burger but the people I was with agreed that something was not right with the meat. I'm hoping there was a temporary shortage in their regular beef and I'll give F.O. one more chance to win me back. In the meantime, be wary, it's not the burger everyone's been hyping! Pros: Good for after-work, weekends, good crowd, great beer selection Cons: Not enough seating, burger isn't as good anymore more

For me, the biggest draw of Father's Office has always been the burger. The beef was so good, you didn't think twice about spending nine bucks on a hamburger. But on a recent trip, I discovered that they were using a lower quality beef and trying to pass it off as the same burger. I thought that there was something wrong with my particular burger but the people I was with agreed that something was not right with the meat. I'm hoping there was a temporary shortage in their regular beef and I'll give F.O. one more chance to win me back. In the meantime, be wary, it's not the burger everyone's been hyping! Pros: Good for after-work, weekends, good crowd, great beer selection Cons: Not enough seating, burger isn't as good anymore more

And, believe me, I've been looking! The MAJOR strength of this bar is the fact that they, unlike so many bars in SoCal, realize that some of the best beers are found right here on the West Coast. They offer many different choices of beer from Oregon AND California. It's great. People write reviews about this place where they go ON AND ON about the Belgian beers that they have as well, those people need to try something a little more local, and they won't be disappointed. I?m glad they have so many choices from Oregon, a state that definitely has a LOT it can teach California when it comes to beer. The bar itself is small. The seating is a real pain, something they really should think about fixing. People loom over your shoulder staring you down in the hopes that you'll eventually give up your table to them. Nobody likes to feel rushed when they eating or drinking and hanging out. So, that's a major negative about the place. Also, it's very loud; you can't sit in a group much larger than 5 or 6 and still expect to hear what anybody is saying. The bar is way in the back and they make you get up and order each beer individually and buss it back yourself, which is annoying, due to the cramped-ness of the place, but their beer selection is good enough to allow them to make any rules they want. I had the fries that everyone was talking about, they are good. And they do come in a mini shopping cart, which is a cute touch. Overall this place is the best beer bar I've found in SoCal. It has SEVERAL inconveniences about it, but, again, nothing I've come across comes close. That includes the Library Alehouse and Yardhouse. Give this place a try, but go early on a weekday. I would NEVER even try to go there during the weekend! It's crazy enough on a Thursday night! It's worth the trip, but not convenient enough (in many ways) for me to become a regular. Pros: Great Beer Selection for SoCal, Good Fries Cons: WAY too crowded, Cramped Seating, Line to get in, No table service more

And, believe me, I've been looking! The MAJOR strength of this bar is the fact that they, unlike so many bars in SoCal, realize that some of the best beers are found right here on the West Coast. They offer many different choices of beer from Oregon AND California. It's great. People write reviews about this place where they go ON AND ON about the Belgian beers that they have as well, those people need to try something a little more local, and they won't be disappointed. I?m glad they have so many choices from Oregon, a state that definitely has a LOT it can teach California when it comes to beer. Pros: Great Beer Selection for SoCal, Good Fries Cons: WAY too crowded, Cramped Seating, Line to get in, No table service more

This place is small and finding a table is challenging, but the burger and the sweet potato fries are the best. Both together cost $17.50. The fries are served with a yummy dipping sauce. Pros: great food Cons: impossible to get a table more

This place is small and finding a table is challenging, but the burger and the sweet potato fries are the best. Both together cost $17.50. The fries are served with a yummy dipping sauce. Pros: great food Cons: impossible to get a table more

Holy cow!! When a burger is this good I am a woman of very few words. Just went there for the first time and I absolutely loved, loved, loved, the food! Beers on tap are unique and fun if you like trying new beers, I went for the recommendation and was very pleased. Its small, the wait can be a little annoying but sooooooo worth it!! And we did get our food really fast so it all works out. Pros: best burger in the world, beer Cons: its a little small more

Holy cow!! When a burger is this good I am a woman of very few words. Just went there for the first time and I absolutely loved, loved, loved, the food! Beers on tap are unique and fun if you like trying new beers, I went for the recommendation and was very pleased. Its small, the wait can be a little annoying but sooooooo worth it!! And we did get our food really fast so it all works out. Pros: best burger in the world, beer Cons: its a little small more

So this has been my 4th time at Father's Office and I always recommend it to my friends to come. So last night I brought my boyfriend in. And he agreed at me at the end that the beer burgers and fries are really good. As mentioned by many reviews, it is definitely not the place for the impatient. Depending on what time you get there, you are most certainly guaranteed to have to wait for a table. But once ya got your space you're set for some good eats and good drinks. You may get lucky if ya get there early enough to not have to wait. As everyone mentioned, people are friendly here. The bartenders are great in recommending whatever your thirsty palate desires. My personal favorite so far in terms of beer served there is their hazelnut rogue beer. it's got a nice nutty and semi-sweetness flavor...nice n smooth. goes great with the office burger n fries. Remember the later you go in the evening the more crowded it gets and even having to wait outside to get in due to the capacity of occupants. It's a very small and narrow pub. But remember this is more of a pub with a good small menu type of place and not much of a sit-down restaurant where you are waited on. So get there early if you dont like to have to wait. and even if you have to wait...you got a great wide selection of beers to start your night there and it helps with the waiting process for a table. For first timers definitely get the office burger and some sweet potato fries. burger is nice n juicy with lots of flavor goin on. the fries w/ the aioli sauce is really good. more

So this has been my 4th time at Father's Office and I always recommend it to my friends to come. So last night I brought my boyfriend in. And he agreed at me at the end that the beer burgers and fries are really good. As mentioned by many reviews, it is definitely not the place for the impatient. Depending on what time you get there, you are most certainly guaranteed to have to wait for a table. But once ya got your space you're set for some good eats and good drinks. You may get lucky if ya get there early enough to not have to wait. As everyone mentioned, people are friendly here. The bartenders are great in recommending whatever your thirsty palate desires. My personal favorite so far in terms of beer served there is their hazelnut rogue beer. it's got a nice nutty and semi-sweetness flavor...nice n smooth. goes great with the office burger n fries. Remember the later you go in the evening the more crowded it gets and even having to wait outside to get in due to the capacity of occupants. It's a very small and narrow pub. But remember this is more of a pub with a good small menu type of place and not much of a sit-down restaurant where you are waited on. So get there early if you dont like to have to wait. and even if you have to wait...you got a great wide selection of beers to start your night there and it helps with the waiting process for a table. For first timers definitely get the office burger and some sweet potato fries. burger is nice n juicy with lots of flavor goin on. the fries w/ the aioli sauce is really good. more

My boyfriend raves about this place. He always talked about taking me here. He finally had his chance last night. At first I was a little apprehensive about The Father's Office after reading the reviews. When we arrive all tables were packed so we stood and drank our first beer. I was dismayed at the sight of one guy literally standing inches from an occupied table. Once the occupant got up not even 10 seconds went by that he claimed the table, and while the occupant's partner was still sitting! After 45 minutes we finally got our table. The bartenders were quite helpful and suggested a brew to go with the Office Burger and sweet potato fries. I took a bite of the burger and I was amazed. I HATE blue cheese, yet on this burger I didn't taste it too much. Maybe the beer pairing helped. The burger was savory and moist and almost melt in your mouth. The fries are phenomal. The food and brew are excellent. I was disappointed when our girlfried showed later in the evening and she wasn't allowed in due to maximum occupancy regulations. What can you do? Oh well. The thing those who haven't been here before need to keep in mind is that this is a local pub, not a restaurant. There is no hostess. Seating is limited and you do have to stalk a table if you want to sit and nosh. It is quite loud and crowded, as pubs usually can be. Pros: Excellent food and an awesome selection of brews not commonly found elsewhere Cons: Crowded. Loud. Long lines to get in. Have to stalk tables in order to sit more

My boyfriend raves about this place. He always talked about taking me here. He finally had his chance last night. At first I was a little apprehensive about The Father's Office after reading the reviews. When we arrive all tables were packed so we stood and drank our first beer. I was dismayed at the sight of one guy literally standing inches from an occupied table. Once the occupant got up not even 10 seconds went by that he claimed the table, and while the occupant's partner was still sitting! Pros: Excellent food and an awesome selection of brews not commonly found elsewhere Cons: Crowded. Loud. Long lines to get in. Have to stalk tables in order to sit more

I visited for the first time about 3 weeks ago and I was quite unimpressed despite its high rating and reviews. Limited seating, crowded, and loud pretty much summarizes the ambiance. The infamous Father's Office burger is not what it's all hyped up to be--dry and virtually tasteless. A few things I did enjoy were the sweet potato fries served in a charming mini grocery cart and the company of friendly people. Perhaps they were only friendly to us so we would give them our seating once we left. Overall, my experience at Father's Office was below my expectations. Pros: L.A. trendy, good fries Cons: Crowded, limited seating, long waiting times more

I visited for the first time about 3 weeks ago and I was quite unimpressed despite its high rating and reviews. Limited seating, crowded, and loud pretty much summarizes the ambiance. The infamous Father's Office burger is not what it's all hyped up to be--dry and virtually tasteless. A few things I did enjoy were the sweet potato fries served in a charming mini grocery cart and the company of friendly people. Perhaps they were only friendly to us so we would give them our seating once we left. Overall, my experience at Father's Office was below my expectations. Pros: L.A. trendy, good fries Cons: Crowded, limited seating, long waiting times more

I love burgers, but not from Father's Office. $11? I'd rather have one from McDonald's. I ordered it medium, and it was burned. The gunk they put on top is slimy. Condiments--non-existent. It was so dry, I had to drink my beer to moisten my mouth. They have a pretty good selection of beer, and good sweet potato fries, but you get only an average size portion for $6.50. I definitely recommend The Counter over this place. Pros: tasty fries Cons: price, burger taste more