The Mayan - Los Angeles, California

Zip Zop

Elaborate Decor, upper and lower viewing areas, roof access for smoking, good acoustic audio and the stage has a lot of depth can have a party up there ?

Eric Cervantes

The Mayan is a no fail entertainment venue in the DTLA area. They host many events that cater to dancing, concerts, and the like. But the reason I go is to see Lucha VaVoom, which is a lucha libre styled caucus of mayhem that only occurs four times in the year: Valentine's, Cinco de Mayo, Summer, and Halloween. It's definitely worth the price of admission!

Da'Ron Burgundy

Where do I start!? The party was amazing!!! I brought A LOT of people to the party, and we were not disappointed. After a great night of fun and dancing and great music, the outside was even better with all the Glizzy carts ready to feed my babe. Just like any other establishment that serves fine beverages, there's always those that have had a little too much to drink. Of course, there was that typical outside drama, but security was QUICK to put an end to the malarkey. There was a lot of drunkies with hurt feelings, but security did an amazing job handling the situation. I WILL FOR SURE BE GOING BACK!!!

Michael Stevens

Cool venue to see a concert. The multi level allows for a lot of opportunity for a good view.

Carlos A Nevarez

2024 UPDATE

It’s sad to see this venue now as I’ve had lots of great experiences, but the Mayan’s decline is noticeable and dramatic.

To start, the Mayan is only pulling about 40% of the crowd it used to on Saturdays pre-COVID. Before it was a miracle, if you got in after 11:30pm on a Saturday. Yesterday, I strolled in at 11:45 and was the first person in line. The hip hop basement has been closed for at least 2 years now without indication it will ever open again. The upper balcony area is also off limits now. The way it’s going, management may shut down the bachata room one of these days.

Unfortunately, the prices and cover are either the same or higher than they were pre-COVID. Guys should expect to pay $25 after 10:30 even if the venue is half empty. The bouncers, staff, and some of the bartenders are straight up rude and unpleasant to talk to. The only friendly staff members appear to be the señores working in the restrooms.

Also, BEWARE of the bald fellow bartending the long bar left of the main stage. He charges 2x-4x times the price that other bartenders at the Mayan charge. For example, I ordered a shot of well tequila and mineral water in a plastic cup. The guy tried to charge $39 for that and even had the gall of getting upset with me when I called him out. When I told him the price was unreasonable, he chucked the tequila shot in the drain and tried to charge $19 for the club soda (yes, I’m referring to the club soda most bars give away for free). Not even the most exclusive bars in Mexico City, selling Acqua Panna, will charge you $19 for mineral water.

Sadly, the best thing about Mayan nowadays is the Hibachi stand right in front of it. I hope they change course (or management) as the club will definitely go out of business if it continues in this trajectory.

Jamie B

Visited the Mayan to enjoy the presentation of Lucha Va Voom! Such an incredibly classy/rauncy/hilarious show. This venue is so gorgeous on the inside and very well themed. I only wish I took more photos. The layout is great for the show down below amd seating on the tiered steps is comfortable. There are several bars throughout the venue, so it is convenient to get a drink wherever you are. Drinks are a bit pricey ($15 Jameson/ginger). Metal detectors and security upon entrance for safety. We were granted access to the club following the show, but left. We even saw Joseph Sikora who was there to enjoy the show!

Laura Hurtado

Falta de aire acondicionado ?y el sonido muy regular.
Un cantante de la talla de Tony Vega solo cantar una hora?esto nunca pasaría en la capital mundial de la salsa….

Alonso Malpica

The venue is great but they didn't really play the music that was advertised when i bought tickets. Got there about 1030pm and it was dead until about 12am. Staff is cool tho.