Inside Cole’s

The bar area at Cole’s, with its original features.  (Lori Shepler / Los Angeles Times)

Close-up of the original fixtures at the newly restored Cole’s downtown.  (Lori Shepler / Los Angeles Times)

L.A. Conservancy offered guidance in how to restore the bar at Cole’s.  (Lori Shepler / Los Angeles Times)

A seating area near the front of the bar at Cole’s.  (Lori Shepler / Los Angeles Times)

A view of the carving area where Cole’s famous french dip sandwiches are made.  (Lori Shepler / Los Angeles Times)

Also inside the new Cole’s are these original steps to the old Pacific Railway train station, located behind a hidden door in the bar  (Lori Shepler / Los Angeles Times)

The dining room at Cole’s is rich with Los Angeles history.   (Lori Shepler / Los Angeles Times)