The Famous

The Famous Restaurant Review:

The Famous is a bar located in downtown Glendale’s historic Huntley-Evans building (1926). It exudes the spirit of the '20s with rich wood, exposed brick and dim lighting. Classic films are shown on a screen and piano music soothes the mood, aided by an extensive list of premium whiskeys, including some pricey single-malt Scotches and small-batch bourbons. Bartender Matt Wallace presides over a cocktail program that utilizes house-made juices, syrups and infusions and quality ingredients. Drinks include a signature cocktail called "The Famous," with Evan Williams bourbon, Averna amaro, Luxardo maraschino, dry vermouth and orange bitters. Food lives on the comforting side of the flavor spectrum, and includes Buffalo wings with house ranch, a grass-fed burger with special sauce and Tillamook cheddar on a toasted brioche bun, and fried pig ear tacos with chile lime, queso cotija and scallions.