Bastards Canteen has never been just a restaurant — it’s a living, breathing gathering place for Veterans, families, and the heart of the Downey community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we built our Back Patio to provide a safe outdoor space when indoor dining was shut down. What began as a response to crisis evolved into…
Downey has been buzzing with talk about Shake Shack lately, but let’s face it—why settle for ordinary when you can indulge in extraordinary? At Bastard’s Canteen, we don’t just serve burgers—we craft experiences on a brioche bun. And here’s the kicker: we’re veteran-owned, veteran-operated, and unapologetically committed to serving you the best burgers in town.…
Known for serving some of the best drinks and cocktails in Downey and Temecula, here at Bastards Canteen and Veterans Stand Together, we couldn’t be more thrilled to celebrate the recent achievements of our newest mixology graduates. It’s not just about cocktails; it’s about the journey of our veterans transitioning into civilian life and finding…
Hosted by Chargers fan clubs Los Rayos, Boltrachos, and SGV Bolt Pride, the Los Angeles Chargers Draft Pub Crawl at Bastards Canteen witnessed an electrifying presence this past Thursday as NFL player Morgan Fox from the Los Angeles Chargers pulled up. The gathering was a celebration of football fandom, camaraderie, and the excitement surrounding the…
This past Saturday, April 6th, 2024 the sun shined brightly over San Onofre Beach Club as the Bastards Canteen team catered a heartwarming 20 year reunion for the brave Marines and Corpsman of the 2/4 Battle of Ramadi. Over 1000+ combat Veterans, their families, and Gold Star families were treated to a day filled with…
ORDER ONLINE We are adding a unique twist to our pizza menu by introducing the Birria Pizza! This innovative fusion of flavors combines the traditional Mexican Birria with our beloved pizza, creating a mouthwatering experience for any food enthusiast. The birria trend in Los Angeles has been gaining popularity across the culinary scene, with its rich…
ORDER ONLINE Nestled in the heart of Downey, California, Bastards Canteen has long been a local favorite for vibrant atmospheres, delectable dishes, and unapologetically bold approach to culinary creations inspired by our late great Co-Owner Calvin Spencer. In an exciting culinary twist, we are now capturing the taste buds of patrons with a new addition…
DOWNEY – After being closed for nearly a year, Bastards American Canteen is nearly ready for a full reopening, coming back stronger and better than before. On Dec. 19 last year, Bastards was unexpectedly forced to shut its doors after a fire at neighboring Peking China spread and caused considerable damage. “You wake up to that…
NBC 4’s “California Live” visits Bastards Canteen established by a team of three marines. Learn about the mission of the restaurant and how they started their own nonprofit, Save the Brave, to provide companionship and stress management tools to veterans.
DOWNEY, Calif. (KABC) — A couple of entrepreneurial Iraq War veterans in Southern California are doing their part to honor and look after fellow former service members. They’re doing that with their own restaurant in Downey. Marine veteran Nick Velez helped open Bastards Canteen shortly after completing military service. “Bastards is what your modern-day VFW,…