Eastside Luv story

Eastside Luv, 1835 E. 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA
The bar is located next to Mariachi Plaza; it has a rich history which makes it one of a kind. Guillermo Uribe is the owner and a visionary. He is the reason why Eastside Luv is so attractive, especially to the Chicanos. Charley, the bartender, looks like he was born to work at this place. He was friendly and funny and gave me free Eastside Luv’s stickers. This sexy bar had George Yepes’ Art, a Chicano artist, which creates a Latino ambiance on the walls. That night, Willie Herron and Sid played music, and frankly it was amazing. Willie Herron used to be in a band called “Los Illegals” and Sid was part of a punk band called “The Brat”. Both of them are very talented people. The bar’s décor was done with lots of love; every detail is like a piece of art. The bar itself is made out of solid wood and is situated slightly submerged on the main floor. This creates the sensation that the customer is six inches above the bar and the bartender. Eastside Luv had all kind of alcoholic beverages, the stools near the bar are comfortable seats, and there is a cigar machine which would tempt even the pickiest of clients. There was a patio for the smokers, which is appealing to anybody because a fireplace made it cozy and relaxing. The chandeliers gave a gothic touch to the place. Charley said Saturday’s are Burlesques Nights which apparently is a popular event. This bar makes its own sangria called “Sangrona” and the beer menu was remarkable. While I was on the patio, Sid approached me for a cigarette. He was friendly and he reminded me of the boy next door. Sid didn’t have much time to talk to me because his performance was about to begin. That night was “Open Mic” which was like karaoke; the difference was the talent involved. Unfortunately, I had to leave early; however, love was in the air and I am planning to be in love with it again.