The Lab Gastropub

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6 / 10
125
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    (213) 743-1843

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  • Type

    Gastropub

Address

3500 S Figueroa St (University of Southern California) Los Angeles , CA 90089 United States

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 50


Keywords:

trojan happy hour beer spinach dip trendy casual healthy food outdoor seating sandwiches chicken music lunch brunch food pita chips appetizers dinner classes Zinfandel crowded
Britt McDonald

The spinach dip is a must-order. So melty and creamy, & the baked "pita chips " are like none other. Refill the chips for $2. Huge beer selection with great prices. Not many healthy menu items though.

David Rochman

First timers love the Lab because it's open and airy, clean and very SC. The service is slow but thoughtful, and the food yum. People either love or hate the Lab

Heidi Ng

Cant decide and dont want to think ? their Steak skirt with chimi sauce medium rare and their fish tacos are pretty darn good!

Pocket Sun

Happy hour $2 off draft beers , $6 cocktails and appetizers . Friendly and sunny vibe

Thirsty James

The Lab Trojan Brown Ale has a nice bite, close to New Castle . Prefer the Boddingtons on tap !

Pocket Sun

Came before the USC vs. Fresno State game. The game tacos were a little spicy but good.

Jessica Rotter

They play great music and I LOVE the tile. Also- Panko Portobello Fries are incred.

Lauren Miyamoto

Don't ask for extra pita chips if you get the spinach dip - they charge you $2.00 extra! (Although the dip is fabulous!)

Philip Tam

It's close to school and offers a decent selection. Has average to above average food, but I'd come here mostly for the bar . Not really a "gsstropub", despite the name, and lacks whiskey and scotch .

Kevin Hart

A staple for young USC babies. Within walking distance from the school and that's the only reason to go

Cynthia de la Torre

Don't tip the mean young waiter who's there during happy hour . We all know who I'm talking about.

Megan Collins

The pita chips and spinach dip are amazing!

E W

Food here is good. Only thing that's horrible is the service. During busy hours, it took them 30 min to serve me beer at the bar . there were 4 people behind the bar , 1-2 were actually serving.

Jenn Pedde

Some of the best appetizers around.

Emre Aktuna

Pita chips and beer.Good appetizers

Da Guv'nor

Take care of your bartender . They are all awesome!

Edward K

Happy hour everyday from 3 to 6pm!

Elizabeth Geli

Every time I come here they have a new menu.

Dana

Don't lose sight of your waiter , they take at least 10 mins to reappear once they've slipped away into the back room. The braised lamb shank 's awesome tho!

Dalit Troyce

Worst service ever! Burgers and calamari are great but the service made it all suck. Came before concert , and the line to be sat was around the corner while only 1/4 inside was sat.

Aimee Vondrak

Buff chx wrap has too much sauce, ask for it all on the side! Or ask them to do it easy :)

Roxy Coxx

Haraszthy Zinfandel ... It's a must try! Yummy!

Lindsey M

Falafel burger is sooo good!!

James Bradicich

Good place to see and be seen in the SC community.

Sanmeet Shikh

Buffalo chicken wrap is always too salty!!

Hunter Simmons

This place could be really great but management needs a reality check. I could run this place better with my eyes closed.

David Rochman

The new bar staff blows, used to be a cool place to hang out

Hillary L.

MACARONI AND CHEESE!

David Rochman

The risotto is bombing

Austin Coleman

The sweet potato fries are totally worth it.

David Rochman

Danielle is the bartender is the bomb!

Lucas Vandenberg

Gotta recommend The Lab Amber draft beer

Rachel Elnar

Food is very good, service is not. Be aware of college waitstaff who think courteous service means taking your order and processing your credit card.

Chuck Weiss

Sit out on the patio if it's nice out.

Ian Marquis

I suggest the pork belly tacos and a shot!

Josh O

Service was slow. Staff were clueless. You could mistake it for the nearest children's playground .

Daniel O'Leary

Daily specials are always interesting.

David Rochman

Say hi to Danielle? She rocks!

Geena Urango

Service is very slow here

David Rochman

Beer can chicken is bomb!

Carmelita S.

avoid the tuna spring roll at all costs.

Michael Randall

Order the Trojan Blonde, it comes served in a beaker.

Kali Heitholt

They have Abita Purple Haze . Luv.

David Rochman

Avoid the new BT Michael

Zack H

Good food slow service

Cal Vin

Yes, they do shots.

Matt Borst

Bizarre service, borderline unprofessional. Our waiter Christian knew nothing about the menu. Food was decent though.

Matt Borst

Update: Christian blew it. Poor service is an understatement.

phuong Tran

Here's a tip, don't eat here if you're in a rush, the service and speed of service is not the best

Talía Chávez

Ipas y hamburguesa

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