Jumbo's Clown Room

Jumbo's Clown Room is a burlesque bar in Hollywood where clothed dancers perform pole routines. The format pairs strong drinks with music that runs from 1980s new wave to contemporary hip hop, alongside dance that approaches acrobatics. The room is small, so arriving early around 6 p.m. can still mean a 45-minute to one-hour wait later, and entry sometimes requires ordering two drinks instead of paying a cover. Bartenders repeatedly take orders late or respond rudely.