Footsie's stop

Footsie's Bar, 2640 N. Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA
This bar is like a neon light in a pitch dark night. It is located on a busy street and parking was available at the rear of the venue. The outside looked modern and inviting, the inside was dark and gothic but interesting and comfortable at the same time. As I walked through the doors of Footsie's, I heard the melodic voice of Marvin Gay: “Can I Get a Witness”. At that precise moment, I knew I would like the bar. I sat near the bar as usual, and Chris, the bartender served me a beverage. I looked at his cast and he said he broke his arm while using a urinal. He seemed upset so I didn’t ask for any details about the incident. The music was getting better and better, this time it was Earth, Wind and Fire: “Brazilian Rhyme” that was playing. A couple from Honduras sat next to me. They were friendly and immediately we began talking about life. Nancy drank a Malibu-Pineapple and Marco drank a Vodka Tonic. Nancy’s job was in human resources and she lived nearby. Marco was a good friend of Chuck, the other bartender; he also was friendly and popular among the clientele. Chuck said Footsie’s happy hours were from 4-8pm, seven days a week. Chuck’s friend walked into the bar just to remind him about the next day when they have a trip planned to Altadena, a waterfall place called “Eden’s Garden”. I wanted to know more about this awesome place but suddenly, Guillermo from Colombia, interrupted the conversation to introduce himself. He said he is a regular at this place and he studied journalism, but now he manages music bands. He added that music is an international language; in fact, he leaned to play the guitar at age eight. He said he manages five bands and that his favorite band is “Fela Kuti” from Nigeria, that makes Afro beat music. Unexpectedly, Chuck announced “Last Call” and everyone ran to get their final drink. To finish, Guillermo said he likes Los Angeles because of the weather and diversity of cultural events, which I couldn’t agree with more. Shortly after the last drink, Footsie's was ready to close the doors for the night. This fabulous place was a warm experience, similar to a family reunion. Footsie was to be found on a busy street but it’s a perfect pit stop for any thirsty driver.