This is my first visit here, and I came to see Pearl and the Oysters, one of my favorite bands…read more It's very old place but well taken care of. It used to be a Masonic Lodge, but now it's taken care of and used as a music performance stage. There are two ways of getting in, but the one in the back is used for guest list invite and people who will call their tickets to a concert. I did Wilco, so I ended up in the alleyway behind the building. It didn't take long for me to go in, and meet up with an individual with a computer who checked me in. They do a short bag check and you're pretty much up the stairs to the left, wear your band might have a merch stand going up. When you walk into the hall, there's a bar in the center of the back of the room. They seem to have everything you could want to make a good drink. The place can fit it as many as 500 people. Last night when I went, there was about 3 to 400. The band I went to see is really good and I really enjoyed my time there. I can't wait to see which one of my favorite bands ends up playing there again. For me, it was a very short walk to the metro station, just a block away. There are a lot of good places to go eat and drink before you get there. The only thing I didn't like about the place but I can get over it quick is the fact that they didn't have anywhere to sit. So wear comfortable shoes when you visit.

Went here for LOTUS JUICE's PLAYER ONE TOUR and it's a great and intimate venue for a concert…read more There's paid parking lots, metered parking, and if you're brave you can get free street parking! Just make sure to read the signs. My friend and I were here for Ultra VIP and the sound check and other activities were around 4:15 PM. We got there a bit earlier and I'm glad at that time, the entrance is at the side, so the building provides shade over the waiting area and there was a gentle breeze too which was nice. Staff is very friendly, helpful and assistance. We had to transfer tickets over and it was as simple as a super short, brief explanation to staff/provided the ticket owner's name and it was all good. None of that BS from larger venues or if we had to deal with a QR code or crazy ticketing system. Huge relief. Thank you for being independent! We got VIP wristbands and they also card you for a wrist band if you want to order alcohol since there's a bar in the back. The concert area is upstairs and it's neat that it's historically a masonic lodge too. Neat door like backdrop to the stage and the historic wooden feel to it is nice too. Restrooms are a bit small, so it can get gross after a show, but we went beforehand so no issues for us. Free water throughout and trashcans everywhere too. Love that logistical planning. There's food and apparently an adjacent restaurant, we didn't get a chance to go, but it smelled good when we were leaving. Lights were a bit glaring but was adjusted and changed throughout the concert versus when it was on for sound check, just adjust the lighting settings on your phone. Good acoustics and sound quality, it got a bit warm at times, but not horrible, so AC is quite strong here. Wouldn't mind coming back here for another show!

Saturday nights usually aren't my thing. But a coworker was…read morecelebrating their birthday so I hauled myself out to HP for celebrations. I was expecting to make an appearance, stay the polite amount of time, then bounce. That is not how the night went. At all. Firstly, I was given a Paloma to drink which is very nice. So I was chit chatting and relaxing on the patio with some other folks from work. However, when the friends decided to roll through and we started dancing, that's when the magic happened I hail from the time of yore with folded notes in class and calling for the time on the house phone. I'm old, y'all. So when there's music at a bar, unless it's a flashback night with indie sleeze or other ancient songs, I'm at a loss. I don't know who was DJing that night, but holy shit did that person transcend time and space with the fucking jams. Ranging from 90s house to modern cumbias this dance floor was fucking lit (or whatever the kids are saying nowadays) and we were sweating and dancing our asses off. It wasn't too crowded, the vibes were immaculate and I cannot want to come back with other friends and try again.

What a gem this is! A true community establishment in…read moreHighland Park. The Offbeat has been in operation for over 10 years and provides an incredibly diverse line up of entertainment. You can find dance parties featuring a wide variety of music styles and eras, comedy nights, Drag shows and brunches, burlesque events, Karaoke, and a warm neighborhood atmosphere. There is a back patio that is usually open, and there are vendor events there on most weekends. The staff are awesome as are the security guards. If you live in Highland Park count yourself very luck. If you are from out of town you need to plan a visit. Check out their schedule and get over here!

Gorgeous Space and I love the staff…read more One of the walls is a big garage door, so there is tons of air flow and natural light. It makes a great base camp, but also a great shooting location.

Came here for a birthday party hosted by a friend and it was a cool spacious spot with music, food…read moreand a cool ambiance. I had fun and I never felt cramped or uncomfortable.

What an amazing venue for live music! This is nothing short of a gem in Eagle Rock. The acoustics…read moreare fabulous and the setting is intimate. Do yourself a favor and come catch a live show here! Prices are very reasonable, the staff are very cool people and the parking is easy.

The place has great acoustics and a nice diverse lineup of musicians. I enjoyed the vibe and the…read moreatmosphere of the church sanctuary that also serves as a music venue.

Really disappointed to hear rocknites are no more. :(…read more That said, this place stands out even among Highland Park's many great spots. I haven't tried the food (though it is tempting), but the Asian-inspired cocktails are delicious. The vibe is awesome as well -- great seating, pool tables, and an arcade in the back. Definitely worth a visit!

We've always loved Goldfish--the atmosphere is great, the drinks are good, and honestly, the food…read morehas been really good too. That's why what happened today was so disappointing. While I was in the women's restroom, I saw a woman use the bathroom and walk out without washing her hands. What made it even worse was that I realized she was part of the kitchen staff. I'm sorry, but that is absolutely disgusting and completely unacceptable for someone handling food. Knowing that someone from the kitchen is using the restroom and not washing their hands makes me question the cleanliness and food safety practices behind the scenes. It's really sad because we genuinely enjoyed coming here, but after seeing that, I personally won't be returning for food. I really hope management addresses this.

Note: This review is for the dining experience only. We did not bowl…read more I came here for the first time ever, and left wishing I came sooner! Hands down, without a doubt, best bowling alley food I've ever had in my existence. I'll start with the pizza because pizza is my favorite food. I was hesitant because I was at a bowling alley and I guess I've never had good food at a bowling alley until now. But when I looked around at all the pizza being served to different tables I just had to try it. I ordered the pepperoni pizza, and honestly it was sublime. I loved it. It was thin, crispy crust, good sauce, good cheese, good pepperoni. I devoured it. This pizza is better than most pizzas. I enjoyed it just as much as I have enjoyed Wildcrust, possibly enjoyed it more. Simply put, Highland Park Bowl makes a great pizza. Also got the calamari. Truly didn't have high expectations, maybe because I was at a bowling alley, but this calamari was shockingly good to me. Way better than expected, and would 100% order it again the next time I'm here. Additionally it was a pretty good sized portion. My wife ordered the burger and fries. She loved it. I tried it. I loved it. Fries were amazing. Would order it again for sure. The ambience is very cool. Had no idea this place has been around for like a century. Loved the vintage feel. So much character. Staff were super friendly. Although I think they may have been short staffed when we went. It seemed like there was only one server taking care of the whole place. She was really nice though and our food came out surprisingly quick. Came at 5:30pm on a Thursday and parked on the street right out front. Street parking is 1hr up until 8pm I believe. We were in and out of there in less than an hour. I timed it haha. Loved coming here and will be back sometime!

I went with a group of 5 friends on Saturday just before 1pm. I had been looking forward to bowling…read morehere but hadn't read the reviews. It seems like the complaints and positives are pretty consistent and accurate. The bad: The woman working the front reservations desk was notably unfriendly and unwelcoming, with a negative energy right off the bat. She seemed weirdly annoyed at the presence of customers. And this was at the beginning of the day. I can only imagine what it's like at peak evening hours. There's a total of 8 lanes. We were surprised to find there's a strict one hour limit for lanes unless there's no one else waiting. It would have been helpful if they posted this on their website. A countdown started at 30 minutes left and was displayed on the score screen. The really weird part was at about 10 minutes left, our scores disappeared and never came back. We were still able to play but it was not cool that our whole game's scores were just gone. The time limit made us feel very rushed, which was especially awkward because we ordered food and drinks. The good: As many have said, the best thing about Highland Park Bowl is the beautiful vintage interior design and cool history. There's a lot of impressive detailing and it's fun just walking into the space. We thought the food and drinks were pretty good. We got Pesto Genovese and Contadina pizzas, Calamari, and some cocktails. Though I'm glad to have checked it out, unfortunately with the customer service issues, I was left with a negative feeling and would hesitate to come back.

I don't think I've read a review where a dive bar is only reviewed for the photo booth! HAHA so…read moreI'll be the first to say that was my only reason for stopping by, I'm on a Photo Booth hunt and found out this place had one. Loveeee that I was able to locate it quick - I got to explore the place a bit and it's definitely a place I'd come back to with friends as well. Seems like it's a place that locals love!

It's Pliny the Younger season and Verdugo Bar came through again! Year after year the team here…read morealways has everything organized and gets through the line quickly and with a smile. Lines were long and the staff moved quickly to get through everyone even with special requests for cocktails. They tapped their first keg of Younger 45 minutes in and didn't skip a beat on moving the line with the next keg. Thank you again Verdugo Bar for an awesome release! Cheers to another year of Pliny the Younger!

Absolutely unacceptable experience. My friend, who is disabled, was denied entry into the bar by a…read moresecurity guard named Valery, and the way it was handled was beyond disrespectful. There was no reasonable explanation, no attempt to accommodate, and no basic human decency shown. It's 2026--there is zero excuse for treating someone with a disability like they don't belong. This wasn't just poor service, it was discriminatory and degrading. Places like this should be held accountable for how they treat people. I will never come back, and I strongly urge others to think twice before supporting a business that allows this kind of behavior.

Solid bar. Good people. Can sometimes be dead but still decent…read more Dark lighting. Good vibes and music. Micheladas are really good here.

Cool beats! Sick restrooms, nice people, lots of girls here. The music is cool hip slow pace.read more

Awful service from the lady who worked August 15th. She was the Bartender with Bangs and wearing a…read morehat working the far left corner of the bar. She never gave me my receipt. I checked my balance the next day and there's over $35 unaccounted for in tips I never authorized. I tried calling to dispute and the phone continuously rings. Best part, the friend I brought also had $40 unaccounted for. Absolutely ridiculous behavior from a bartender. I gave her a cash tip and I regret it, if I knew that money would be STOLEN form me behind my back.

My son is in a band and recently played a show at The Paramount in LA, so this was my first time…read morechecking the place out. Such a cool spot for live music. The place was lively and had a great atmosphere. They have a nice selection of beers, and there's a pizza spot right next door, which is a huge plus. You can grab some food and take your drinks inside while enjoying the show. I was also really impressed with the sound quality. Everything came through clear and the venue has a great setup for live bands. Between the music, drinks, pizza, and overall vibe, we had a great time. Definitely a cool LA music spot. I'd come back again, especially to catch another live band!

The paramount is a small venue that has an attached ny pizza spot that's very tasty. It's great…read morethat it has a free parking lot for their patrons The only issue w the parking lot is that it's a few blocks away and there isn't any signage to tell you where to park. But once you find it, it's large, gated, and has a couple attendants watching the cars. You go upstairs and it opens up into a decent sized space. Large enough to hold people and dance, and small enough that you can see the band from every point in the bar. It has a long bar when you enter and looks like they'll take care of you for the night. At the far end of the venue is a little space. I'm not sure if they use that as their green room cuz it wasn't inviting you to come in. Overall, I think it's a decent venue. Not sure if the sound was an issue w the bands' equipment or The Paramount. I'd go back if a fave band of mine is playing.