Where is The Mermaid located?

The Mermaid is located at 428 E 2nd St (at S Alameda St) in Los Angeles, CA 90012, in the Little Tokyo neighborhood near the Arts District.

What are The Mermaid's opening hours?

The Mermaid is open Monday through Friday from 5:00 PM to 11:45 PM, and on Saturday and Sunday from 3:00 PM to 11:45 PM.

What kind of bar is The Mermaid?

The Mermaid is a woman-owned cocktail bar with a seaside theme. It serves fun, fruity cocktails and small coastal-inspired bites in a space that mixes dive bar comfort with an artistic, buzzing energy.

Does The Mermaid have happy hour?

Yes, The Mermaid offers happy hour specials. With a full bar and a creative cocktail menu, it is a popular stop for after-work drinks and casual outings.

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Is The Mermaid good for groups or business outings?

The Mermaid works well for both group hangouts and business outings. The outdoor seating area provides extra space, and the lively atmosphere suits casual socializing as well as more relaxed professional gatherings.

Does The Mermaid host special events?

Yes, The Mermaid hosts events such as drag queen bingo nights, which reviewers have described as hilarious and fabulous. These events add a playful, high-energy layer to the bar experience.

How can I contact or follow The Mermaid?

You can call The Mermaid at (213) 947-3347 or browse their offerings at themermaidla.com. You can also follow them on Instagram at @themermaidla or on Facebook to stay up to date on events and specials.

The Mermaid

5 reviewsClosed5pm - 11:45pm

Cocktail BarBusinessOutingGroup HangoutBuzzingArtistic

About

The Mermaid is a woman-owned cocktail bar at 428 E 2nd St in Los Angeles, nestled in the heart of Little Tokyo near the Arts District. The bar serves fun, fruity cocktails alongside seaside-inspired small bites, all presented with care and bursting with flavor. The space carries a buzzing, artistic energy that blends dive bar comfort with a touch of bougie flair. Happy hour specials make it a great stop for after-work drinks, and the outdoor seating suits both casual group hangouts and business outings. Events like drag queen bingo bring a lively, playful edge to the experience.

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Fruity cocktail menuThe bar is known for fun, creative cocktails with bold fruit-forward flavors.

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Seaside-inspired bitesSmall plates draw on coastal themes and arrive beautifully presented.

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Artistic buzzing atmosphereThe space blends laid-back dive bar energy with a distinctly artistic, lively feel.

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