Robles Lounge applies for beer and wine license at former Club Reno space
Rule Changes Los Angeles, CA localNew lounge seeks to revive a South LA storefront vacant since 2021
Overview
A new lounge called Robles Lounge has applied for a beer and wine license at 1439 W Florence Ave in South Los Angeles. The application appeared on the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control's list on October 21, 2026.
The space was previously Club Reno, a neighborhood bar that operated for 36 years before closing in 2021. The storefront has sat vacant for five years, and this application is a step toward reviving it.
Why it matters
If approved, Robles Lounge would bring a new bar and entertainment venue to a South LA corridor that has seen recent development.
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Timeline
1985 October 2026
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Robles Lounge license application appears
Latest RegulatoryCalifornia ABC lists an application for a beer and wine license for Robles Lounge at 1439 W Florence Ave.
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Club Reno closes
BusinessClub Reno closes after 36 years of operation.
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Club Reno opens
BusinessClub Reno opens at 1437-1439 W Florence Ave.
Scenarios
Robles Lounge license approved
Discussed by: What Now Los Angeles
The California ABC approves the application, allowing Robles Lounge to open. The lounge would offer beer and wine, live entertainment, and dancing.
Robles Lounge license denied
Discussed by: Hoodline
The ABC denies the application, preventing the lounge from opening. The space would remain vacant.