Best Bars in El Monte

Real videos of Bars in El Monte — 3 places, filmed by creators on the ground.


Ranked venues

  1. CreativeArtisticCaféSpecialty coffeeArtisan pastriesLocal art

    About the venue

    Lab 88 in El Monte, operating since 2019, is a unique café and creative space known for its specialty coffee and artisanal pastries. The café features an artistic interior where local artists showcase their work. Guests can enjoy a rotating selection of single-origin coffees and house-made desserts, creating a cozy yet inspired atmosphere. The café attracts a mix of students and professionals looking for a creative work environment.

    What the videos show

    The video starts with a close-up of drinks on a table, then pans across a bar area showing people sitting and a bartender working. It ends with a view of the bar counter and shelves.

    10602 Lower Azusa Rd

  2. $$$ModernWelcomingContemporaryCraft cocktailsSeasonal menuOpen kitchen

    About the venue

    Progress On Main, located at 10808 Main St in El Monte, California, is a modern American restaurant offering a variety of inventive dishes since 2020. The space features a contemporary design with an open kitchen, allowing guests to see the chefs at work. The menu includes seasonal appetizers, entrees, and a selection of craft cocktails. The welcoming ambiance makes it suitable for both casual dining and special occasions.

    What the videos show

    The video opens with a close-up of a tall glass filled with ice water, garnished with lemon slices, orange flowers, and cherries. The camera then pans to the right, revealing a menu stand with a list of seasonal cocktails and their prices. In the background, a person in jeans is standing behind the bar counter. The scene continues to pan further right, showing more of the bar area, including shelves with bottles and glasses, and another individual standing at the far left.

    10808 Main St

  3. $$Laid-backCraft-focusedCommunity-drivenLocal craftUnique cocktailsTrivia nights

    About the venue

    The 626 Craft Beer & Cocktail Bar is located in El Monte, CA, known for its extensive selection of local craft beers and unique cocktails since opening in 2019. The bar features a rotating tap list that highlights regional breweries, along with creative drink concoctions crafted by expert mixologists. The laid-back atmosphere, complete with a comfortable patio, makes it a popular hangout spot for locals and craft beer enthusiasts. Regular events like trivia nights and beer tastings enhance the experience.

    What the videos show

    The video starts with a close-up shot of a glass of beer with a brown rim, likely cinnamon sugar. The camera pans right, revealing a menu and various bottles and glasses behind it. The bartender, wearing a black hoodie and cap, comes into full view as he continues working at the bar counter.

    9444 Garvey Ave