Tips to know for fans who plan to visit Los Angeles this season and want to enjoy the Dodgers but may not have a ticket to Dodger Stadium.
The third-oldest stadium in Major League Baseball, Dodger Stadium is home to some of the most iconic moments in baseball history. A grand cathedral for America’s Pastime, Dodger Stadium has provided cotton candy sunsets and mid-century modern charm since 1962.
Even without a game ticket for entry, you can still enjoy the Dodgers baseball experience at various locations in Los Angeles. Several bars and restaurants near Dodger Stadium offer a fun atmosphere for watching the game, and some even immerse you in Dodger-themed experiences including The Short Stop and Gold Room in Echo Park.
Multiple restaurants and bars near Chavez Ravine offer views of the city and a game-day experience. These L.A. spots are the perfect place to enjoy game day among other Dodgers fans near the stadium.
The free Dodger Stadium Express bus provides transportation from Union Station and other locations.
Takeaway tips:
- Grand Central Market offers a 10% discount for fans wearing Dodgers gear
- Philippe The Original broadcasts every Dodgers game
Bars & restaurants:
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The Short Stop – Echo Park
Address: 1455 Sunset Blvd #3457, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Open Daily 5 pm – 2 am [2 hours before home games]
Happy Hour 5-9 pm
DJs every night at 10 pm -
Grand Central Market – Downtown Los Angeles
Address: 317 South Broadway Los Angeles, California 90013
Monday-Sunday: 8 am – 9 pm
Parking Garage: 308 South Hill Street
Historic Grand Central Market has been a bustling DTLA staple since 1917. There’s a large variety of delicious fare and treats. It’s a great place to go if you’re with a large group, because everyone can choose their own food from the plethora of food vendors. You can also check out Jonas Never’s Shohei Ohtani mural inside the market.
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Philippe The Original
Address: 1001 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, California 90012
Open Daily 6 pm – 10 pm
Personal favorite, Philippe cheesesteaks, definitely emits Dodgers aura. You do have to wait in line on a busy day, but the delicious cheesesteaks are worth it. A cardboard Brusdar Graterol greets you at the door. The Dodgers are clearly an inspiration for the iconic eatery.
There are plenty of non-cheesesteak options at Philippe’s as well including a good amount of gluten-free choices.
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Gold Room – Echo Park
Address: 1558 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90026
Open Everyday 12 pm – 2 am
Happy Hour 6-9 pm
This classic eastside bar is also just a few blocks away from Dodger Stadium and is usually packed with fans before and during the game.
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The Greyhound Bar & Grill – Highland Park
Address: 5570 N. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90042
Opens at 12 pm
Greyhound Bar is a friendly neighborhood Dodgers bar in Highland Park only 10 minutes from Dodger Stadium. There’s lots of TVs screens and a projector to enjoy the game on the big screen. They also have a fun “Blue Hour” Happy Hour.
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The Douglas – Echo Park
Address: 1400 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90026
Monday – Tuesday: 4 pm – 12 am
Wednesday – Sunday: 9 am – 12 am
Kitchen open until 11pm every night
The Douglas offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Less than a block away, the Douglas is the perfect spot to meet friends before, after or during home games.
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Benny Boy Brewing – Lincoln Heights
Address: 1821 Daly St, Los Angeles, California 9003
There’s a lot of outdoor seating at Benny Boy Brewing. The bar opens at noon, and they have a Mariachi band perform from 1 to 3 p.m. They turn the game on their projector before first pitch for fans to enjoy together at the SoCal brewery.
Surrounding areas in Los Angeles to bring the game with you
- The Beach
There’s nothing quite like the beauty of Dodger Stadium on a sunny summer day, but there’s plenty of beauty to be seen in the vicinity of Dodger Stadium. Santa Monica and other iconic beaches are great meet-up spots to spend with friends and family before, during, and after games.
I have plenty of memories of lying on the beach and listening to the Dodgers on my AM radio. Now, if you have Spectrum cable service, you can stream SportsNet LA on the Spectrum app. Yes, I’m one of those fans who prop up their phone to watch Dodger games at a restaurant.
When all else fails, and you don’t have a ticket
- At Home
When all else fails or you’re too lazy to battle the L.A. area freeways, you always have the option of watching the game from the comfort of your home on SportsNet LA. Where else do you have the total freedom to yell at the TV? Home is where you can eat a whole pint of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream during a 16-inning Dodgers game and not get judged.