Tom Bergin's Public House

Tom Bergin's Public House Est 1936 • Historic Landmark
Thu-Sat, 4p til Late
Sun, 1p til Late
Closed Mon-Wed and Fairfax Ave. The lawyer, Tom Bergin.
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On February 11, 1935, a lawyer drove to a tudor building located at the corner of Wilshire Blvd. in Los Angeles, unlocked the door, and tacked a liquor license to the wall. The place, Tom Bergin's Old Horseshoe Tavern & Thoroughbred Club. The license, now the second oldest in Los Angeles County. It's little wonder that despite a law degree from Boston University, Bergin found the call of opening a pub irresistible. His long-established Boston family owned the Commercial Brewery as well as the very famous Old Horseshoe Tavern in Haymarket Square, established 1806. So after serving in WWI as one of the country's first naval aviators (pilot #232) and hanging up his attorney's shingle in Los Angeles in 1921, Bergin decided to open a pub just like his father's, and Tom Bergin's Old Horseshoe was born. Drawing on his family roots (from County Kerry), Bergin sought to create an authentic pub, defined by warmth, great food, and exceptional hospitality. So great was his success that in the early years, friend and fellow sportsman Bing Crosby asked Bergin to take control of the fine dining at the newly opened Del Mar race track. But the endeavor left Bergin stretched too thin, and he ultimately relented in favor of focusing on his tavern. Despite a move down the block in 1949 to the larger space we still occupy, Bergin's exists as it ever has. Crosby and Pat O'Brien would make the Old Horseshoe their regular haunt, and soon after, the rest of Hollywood followed. Names such as John Wayne, Kiefer Sutherland, and Julia Roberts can be found nestled among the thousands of shamrocks affixed to the ceiling commemorating friends and loyal regulars. Cary Grant had his own booth (his shamrock sits framed above it to this day), President Ronald Reagan received his Bergin's Shamrock in a ceremony in the Oval Office on St. Patrick's Day, 1983, and regular patrons the Charles brothers utilized the famous Horseshoe Bar as inspiration for their TV show Cheers. Far from just an industry hangout, Bergin's has been a nexus for the Los Angeles community. Sports fans gather to watch their teams play under the myriad vintage pennants which adorn the rafters. Or to visit the original 1951 Los Angeles Rams World Championship banner, which was gifted to Tom Bergin by Dan Reeves as thanks for hosting the Ram's championship dinner. Theater and art lovers drift down from the Miracle Mile, and couples and diners gather in our fire lit dining room to enjoy music on a peaceful evening. Now nearing our 80th year as LA's perdurable local, we seek to continue that great tradition set forth by Tom Bergin that February 11, where a welcome spirit is compulsory, and success is measured by the chatter between strangers and old friends.

09/23/2026

First day of fall means Irish coffee season is officially here. ☕️🍂☘️ We’ll cheers to that.

Starting the week with a full lineup. 🏈🍺☘️Giants vs. Rams kicks off at 5:15PM. Grab a pint, order your Bergin’s favorite...
09/21/2026

Starting the week with a full lineup. 🏈🍺☘️

Giants vs. Rams kicks off at 5:15PM. Grab a pint, order your Bergin’s favorites and catch the game with us.

Then stick around, Trivia starts at 8PM!
Come early for the game, stay for trivia. ☘️

09/19/2026

MobLand has taken over Bergin’s. ☘️

The MobLand x Tom Bergin’s takeover continues today with themed drinks, games and a little taste of the MobLand world right here at the pub.

There’s still time to stop by, grab a drink and get in on the action. 🍺☘️

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MobLand is taking over Tom Bergin’s this weekend. 🍺🎬☘️Join us Friday & Saturday as we celebrate the new season of MobLan...
09/17/2026

MobLand is taking over Tom Bergin’s this weekend. 🍺🎬☘️
Join us Friday & Saturday as we celebrate the new season of MobLand on Paramount+ with drinks and good times at the pub.

Grab your friends, stop by, and get in on the action. See you this weekend!

MobLand

Sundays are better with good company 🍀🐶 Grab your favorite people (and pups) and come spend it at Bergin’s!
09/14/2026

Sundays are better with good company 🍀🐶
Grab your favorite people (and pups) and come spend it at Bergin’s!

09/11/2026

POV: you stopped by Bergin’s for a pint in 1986.🍺☘️

A rare Wednesday at Bergin’s! 🏈🍀We’re opening at 4PM for football and bringing out some special game day eats. 🦞Wicked C...
09/09/2026

A rare Wednesday at Bergin’s! 🏈🍀
We’re opening at 4PM for football and bringing out some special game day eats. 🦞

Wicked Claw lobster rolls + surf & turf will be on the menu, along with your Bergin’s favorites. Grab a pint, grab a bite, and catch the game with us!

Doors open at 4PM. Kickoff at 5:20PM. See you there! 🍻

Football is back at Bergin’s! 🏈🍀We’re OPENING our doors this Wednesday, Sep 9 for the game! Doors open at 4PM. Kickoff a...
09/07/2026

Football is back at Bergin’s! 🏈🍀

We’re OPENING our doors this Wednesday, Sep 9 for the game! Doors open at 4PM. Kickoff at 5:20 PM.

Grab a seat, grab a pint, and kick off the season with us! 🍻

Weekends look better at Bergin’s 🍀🍻
09/05/2026

Weekends look better at Bergin’s 🍀🍻

Quick Bergin’s update ☘️ We’re officially going cashless. Cards & tap-to-pay welcome! Just tap, sip & enjoy🍻
09/02/2026

Quick Bergin’s update ☘️ We’re officially going cashless. Cards & tap-to-pay welcome! Just tap, sip & enjoy🍻

08/31/2026

We’ll go first: one of everything. ☘️🍔🍹

Something sweet just hit the menu. 🍰✨🍩 Cruller Donut — passion fruit glaze, raspberry powder & vanilla ice cream🍫 Stout ...
08/28/2026

Something sweet just hit the menu. 🍰✨
🍩 Cruller Donut — passion fruit glaze, raspberry powder & vanilla ice cream
🍫 Stout Chocolate Cream Pie — topped with cocoa nibs

Both made by our neighbor and local pastry chef Leah Chin-Katz 🤍
Come save room for dessert. ☘️

Consider this your sign to grab a drink at Bergin’s tonight!☘️🥃
08/28/2026

Consider this your sign to grab a drink at Bergin’s tonight!☘️🥃

Your Sunday reminder to rep your favorite neighborhood pub! 🍀🧢👕 Bergin’s merch available for purchase at the bar. ...
08/24/2026

Your Sunday reminder to rep your favorite neighborhood pub! 🍀🧢👕 Bergin’s merch available for purchase at the bar.

Almost the weekend. Close enough! 🎉🍀🍹
08/21/2026

Almost the weekend. Close enough! 🎉🍀🍹

08/17/2026

Monday plans, handled. ⚾️🍺🍀
Catch the Dodgers at Bergin’s, grab a Guinness, then stick around for Trivia at 8 PM. 🧠

Your Saturday night plans 🍸🍀🎉
08/16/2026

Your Saturday night plans 🍸🍀🎉

Nights like these are better spent at the neighborhood pub 🍻☘️ See you at Bergin’s!
08/14/2026

Nights like these are better spent at the neighborhood pub 🍻☘️
See you at Bergin’s!

08/10/2026

Your next party could look like this. 🍸🍀
From the Back Room to Upstairs, we’ve got two great spaces for your next celebration. Private bar and catering options available, just bring the party. 🥂
Email us to start planning your next event 📧[email protected] ☘️

07/30/2026

Three classics. One tough decision. 🍒🥃☕
What’s your go-to drink order at Tom Bergin’s? Comment below!

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Los Angeles, CA

Opening Hours

Thursday 4pm - 1am
Friday 4pm - 1am
Saturday 4pm - 1am
Sunday 1pm - 12am

Telephone

+13239367151

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