Alvas Showroom

My cousin's friend wanted to have a girls night. So she bought us the see this play called "SHAG…read morewith a TWIST". I'm not sure if the hosts are staff of the venue or people who rented it for this play. Not much to say about the service. I can say it's was humid & the toilet situation was not the best. The venue was small, but cute. I also believe the food was limited to snacks. That may or may not be there all the time.

The staff here is amazingly kind and stellar. Small theater with 150 seats. There's just enough…read moreroom for your legs between rows which makes it a bit uncomfortable. Seat cushions were offered. Prices are reasonable. Highly recommend.

Open mic night food delivery service from saigon oi cafe

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The Sardine

4.4(29 reviews)

1.2 mi•San Pedro

My boyfriend and his band Bound 2 Violence had a show here January the 3, 2026. Neither of us has…read morebeen to this venue so it was exciting for both of us to check it out. Finding a parking spot was very easy which is always a good thing when it comes to shows. A friendly bouncer greeted us at the door to check our IDs. It was a bar/concert venue so that was understandable. It was very cute inside with the bar and a foosball table. The next room over was where the bands were playing it was very big and there was a nice stage. Overall it was a fun venue to see a hard core show!

Cool venue. Good shows and friendly staff. Small cover charge but worth it. It's a very cool setup…read morewith the front bar, game, chat area. Middle is music and they have a large outdoor area in the back. Plenty of parking and some good outdoor food stands if you are feeling hungry.

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Harold's Place

3.8(35 reviews)

Great local honkytonk pub. Great owner…read more Great drinks Great vibe Great service Great owner

It's currently closed. Don't know when it will reopen. Has something to do with the California…read moreDept. of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Front of location.

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Crimsin

3.6(140 reviews)

On Halloween people are suppose to dress up as a vampire, Cleopatra- Queen of the Nile- Barney or a…read moredepiction of LA's confusing traffic signs or something else entirely. That is custom, that is tradition and for most it meant to inject fun into life. In my opinion, what maximizes the fun is when a person quips or puns using their custom as fodder for the joke. For instance, on one Halloween. I called my insurance and the person on the phone told me that she was dressed as cat. At the end of the conversation, I was meant to rate her and I said do not worry your service was "purrr-fect." How long have you been waiting to say that joke? She replied. Since the moment she told me she was cat. So when I played and partied with sailors and marines I expected for similar jokes to be made since, in a way, they were in uniform/customs. Like when, me and another civilian played pool with two Sailors they introduced themselves as Diane and Scott, not Officer Sampson and Officer Aguilera. Then we just played a regular game of pool. They did not say things like, prepare for the onslaught of seafaring sailors. So I did not get a chance to say I will sink your battleship as I perfectly aligned my eight ball to a corner pocket. Basically, they were civilians in uniform they were not sailors playing pool. Makes sense, they were sailors on leave so their sea related puns must have stayed on board their ship. Regardless, the party experience with sailors and marines was fire in the hole. And this bar is one of the central places where the sailor party can be felt because San Pedro welcomes them once a year during Fleet Week. It is common sense but Sailors and Marines spend their time locked up, in a ship, or in base, or somewhere else. So when they step to land, the goal must be clear: party with restrained abandon. And this hope encompasses all around, so it is hard to not become a party animal. Imagine that they are the moon, and all around are party-wolves. When they rise, so do the party time howls. I can see this bar becoming a draw for partiers for a weekend. Some people may never come to Crimsin for their cocktails but I hope they come here for the sailors and marines. During this past Fleet Week, I bought a beer for a Marine named Thomas. He also did not say my name is Hightower or Olson or MacDonald when I asked for his name. He still accepted the beer and said thank you for the support. So I may not march in a parade supporting Marines, but still Thomas made me feel like paying for a Marine's drink was showing support for the freedoms that the armed warriors of this country provide. Yes, I know I did not run the SSO but still I was thanked for my support for a Marine. In the grand scheme of things, I accept his gratitude and trust that he meant his words. On a previous Fleet Week, me and a sailor both ordered from a bartender. The bartender ignored me and tended to the sailor. Makes sense, he was the guest of honor. And the sailor treated my drink too. Mad respect. And I hope it is the high seas that taught him to show respect to another for not all wars are won with missiles and bayonets. So the moment not only affords the right to party but it also affords the right to witness the evolution of military culture and how it has arrived to hold people with good values, a good heart, and compassion in their actions.

My husband and I decided to take a staycation in the lovely city of San Pedro being that it is a…read morescorching hot weekend and we'd much rather run up in hotel air-conditioning build our own home and plus I get to go swimming soon as we walked in we were greeted carded and we sit directly at the bar so the bartender was very attentive. He even had a very nice tequila that my husband and I have been enjoying called Lalo and made us two mixed drinks of course because I like to be thirsty to drink my cocktails I asked they had snacks and he offered me bar chips which were basically bagged kettle chips. I got barbecue pretty tasty and kept me thirsty. They have an amazing sound system and they have TouchTunes so that you can be the Dj in the bar. I played a couple tunes drank my drinks and then we skedaddle back to our hotel room overall wonderful experience at Crimson.

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Lomita Alehouse

4.2(86 reviews)

4.8 mi

Saw this small charming Bar when visiting friends. We got here a little late…read moreIn the middle of the Nicks game. The Alehouse has 2 pool tables that are constantly being used. 6-person stool mini counter facing outside towards the street which is nice. A bar that's a U shape with plenty of stools to sit on. Several tables for larger parties. The Alehouse has plenty of local Beer on tap, more beers than most other places I've been to. We were surprised by how nice and cool This place is. They also have some finger foods if you're hungry. Must give this place a shot. The people here are super nice and friendly. Prices are reasonable, Better than most similar places. Stefanie one of the bartenders, is awesome.

This is a real community dive bar. Great beer list, including Space Dust and specialty beers from…read moreour great local micro-brewing community. The atmosphere is relaxed, pool games are fun. Service is prompt and professional! Its a true locals hangout!

Nice beer bar !

PB milk stout

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Mom Said Yes

4.4(149 reviews)

6.3 mi

A South Bay institution! Been hearing great things about their pizza and I'm glad I stopped in…read morerecently to check out some World Cup games. The service is outstanding and the neighborhood bar vibes are peak when you want to get a "locals only" experience. Some things to note: * They love their UFC here, so if you're into that def come on over. There were more screens dedicated to UFC than WC semi-finals when I visited and the packed restaurant ROARED when the UFC action was happening. * They do line dancing lessons and trivia nights and other fun entertainment here (check the schedule). * The pizza is NY-style, very legit, love the crust, and you can get a whole pie or (I love that you can get it) by the slice. * I also tried the wings. I usually go for bbq or buffalo to keep it safe but tried their tequila miso since it sounded unique. Def delicious and loved the ranch it came with. Would get it again. * They have a separate arcade room with pinball machines and TV screens tucked in the back. There are multiple tables and it's great for a private party. I'm so happy with the staff putting me back there instead of the main room bc the main room that evening was too loud for the kiddos. The back room was perfect.

Haiku Review ***…read moreTried line dancing night Packed lesson and couldn't see So hot and all teens

Mostly teens for line dancing, but the instructors are awesome and the kids are all respectful and great dancers.

The tastiest pepperoni pizza!

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Godmother's Saloon

3.8(98 reviews)

Happy to see the spot open again, Really happy with the barstools they are comfortable and soft and…read morecushioned. The bartenders are fun and welcoming and quick.

Trying to get tickets to John Doe on August 23. I can't seem to find a way to do so. How do you…read moresell your tickets? Please advise. Love him.

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The Whale & Ale- Gastropub

4.7(93 reviews)

After my friend and I had went shopping I wanted sea food and our first option was going to be the…read morenew San Pedro fish market and restaurant but as we walked up, the line was super long! So I looked up fish and chips on Yelp and this place popped up and it was indoors so we chose this spot instead. The staff very nice and polite. The inside of the restaurant was clean and had a very cozy feeling to it. My friend and I got our fish and chips and I even tried their Cesar salad and clam chowder, both very delicious!

So we went in at 4 pm on a Thursday - place smelled really bad so we ate out front. We were the…read moreonly ones there. Ordered the clam chowder and a hamburger because the menu is really small so that sounded like a good bet. So the clam chowder came out with no clams and plenty of raw bacon. For $12 - in a shallow bowl. I ordered the $25 burger medium well and it came out a very well done dried out brick. I asked for please No banana peppers on top and there were extra. The bun was so soggy I couldn't pick it up. The fries were under done too. Anyway I had a few bites after pulling the tons of banana peppers off and took the rest home for my husband who will eat anything. Come on guys - with so many other options around you need to do better. Bleh

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Shepherd's Pie ($25) 03-l4-2025

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El Principe

4.2(30 reviews)

1.2 mi•San Pedro

First time here and we stared off a little rocky doors open after the time that was posted but the…read moreplace is super cool. The bartender was amazing she helped me pick out a great mocktail and suggested others that I would also like. The energy and atmosphere were awesome great vibes. The bathrooms are a little small my knees kept hitting the doors but it's okay. They didn't have any food to try but the drinks were delicious! Would definitely come back again

Had to wait 15 mintutes to close out my tab as bartenderess servered other people around me while i…read morestared her down. I am genuinely livid, what the hell kind of customer service is this that i was staring her down while beung compleltely ignored while she was preparing 12 shots and again while helping people who came up way after me. Terrible terrible service. Had to wait for guy bartender to come on to get any attention. This after getting frisked and groped at the door was not a good experience. Do Not Come Here

Power Couple Ruben and Tita from Los Azulitos.

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Gloria A.

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7

1 year ago

great music and nice and intimate setting with tables to enjoy your own food while watching the concert.

John M.

4

29

6

3 years ago

Super great place to see a live show ! It's an 90 minute drive for me but it's worth it.

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