Walt's Bar

What happens when a dive bar meets pinball meets meticulous throwback touches? You get Walt's Bar, Eagle Rock's very own pinball bar serving California beer and wine, with pretzels, hot dogs, chips and hot nuts. Stop by on Wednesdays for tournament nights, and don't forget to bring some cash; while there's a change machine, it only takes $1s and $5s. The mood is casual and the vibe is immaculate, and there’s almost nowhere in Northeast Los Angeles I’d rather haunt for a glass of beer and a giant pretzel. Hot dogs, vegan dogs and chips are all on offer, too. The casual atmosphere translates into a locals-heavy crowd and plenty of folks with dogs—so if you want a chill place to drink and bring Fido that isn’t a rowdy, ultra-crowded brewery, Walt’s is one of the best bets in town.