First time here and we kept coming back. Service has been…read moregreat each and every time. Tried their enchiladas suizas and had one of the best whisky sours out here in Downey. All bartenders are real mixologists. Cody was a reason we have kept coming back but Luis and Birdy have just added more to the experiencia. As recommendation do come before 10p because they do have a cover fee for the club which will also give access to upstairs which is Kuduowl. As for parking it will be on the street for the most part they have a lot to park at a cost as well. Great place overall and service.

Our favorite place with my bf as it's only a couple minutes away from us. It is also the vibe…read more.. our bartenders have been great; Cody, Birdy and Luis. You can follow Birdy on IG @badbirdy and you can also follow Kuduowl on IG. We loved her drinks alot. Food is also delicious..I personally always go for their birria tacos booooooooomblicious!!!! My bf gets the enchiladas suizas, delicous as well but the birria tacos are my fav. Service is always great but honestly we have kept going back because of Cody, he made us a whiskey sour that has been on point each time. Not only we have had great service from but also from Luis as well my bf tocayo lol

Had a great time!…read more From the greeter at the door to the bartender, we had an awesome time. Didn't get any food - we were stuffed - but the food sounded inviting. Nice atmosphere for talking and enjoying drinks.

I'm new to Whittier and still getting a feel for the area, and wow... I'm so glad my friends put me…read moreon to The Vandalist. This place instantly became one of my favorites after just one visit. From the moment you walk in, the whole vibe hits you--the moody, neon-lit ambiance sets the tone perfectly. It feels elevated, a little edgy, and honestly just the kind of spot you want to spend your night at. The music is curated so well. Not too loud, not too mellow--just the right balance where you can vibe, have a conversation, and still feel the energy of the room. You can tell they actually care about the experience, not just throwing a playlist together. Now let's talk about the drinks... because that's really where they shine. Every cocktail feels intentional and crafted with care. You can taste the quality immediately--nothing watered down, nothing basic. They have a really cool mix of classic cocktails and modern twists, and even the familiar drinks feel elevated. It's the kind of place where you want to try something new every round because you trust the bartenders know exactly what they're doing. Service was on point too. Friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. They took the time to explain drinks and made great recommendations, which made the whole experience even better. I came in not knowing what to expect, and left already planning my next visit. If you're in Uptown Whittier and looking for a spot with great energy, amazing cocktails, and a full vibe--The Vandalist is it. Thank me later

If you are looking for a dive bar, this place is it! Chris met us with a smile and was friendly and…read morefun the whole time we were there. Nice mix of customers. Felt welcome the whole time. Plenty of seating. 7 tables on the side that could seat at least 6 people each and that isn't counting the bar itself! One pool table in front, a darts machine, a punching machine, AMI jukebox and an ATM. Oh, unlike most dive bars, this place takes cards and is not cash only. Nice pours and a good selection of bottled beers. This is an old school dive bar so don't expect draft beer or blended drinks. Plenty of parking and clean bathrooms too. What are you waiting for? Thirsty? Come by and see for yourself. This is the last dive bar in Norwalk. Lets make sure it stays in business.

Omg!!! I haven't been here for months but the atmosphere has totally changed for the better. All…read morewalks of life here and it feels like I'm at a bar in Silverlake (if you know, you know). Everyone here is so welcomed and everyone is so outgoing. Much much props to the bartender LoLo who kept this atmosphere going and making everyone feel like they belong. LoLo was definitely the star of the night she is a true diamond in this establishment.

If you're craving a good drink, just go here to cocktails anyone I'm sure you get along with a nice…read morecrowd and atmosphere people and the good staff that works through

I went here on a Friday to check out a new night, called Frescura, and let me just say I haven't…read morefelt a vibe like this in a long time! From the moment I walked in, the energy was electric and the vibe was pure fuego. The DJs, Fresko, Rich Spirit, absolutely crushed it with a seamless mix of Latin rhythms and party classics all on vinyl! You could feel the love for the music in every transition and track they dropped. The dance floor was PACKED. From start to finish. I saw strangers dancing like old friends, everyone moving, sweating, and smiling to every beat. The DJs didn't just play music they told a story, From salsa, cumbia, dancehall, to funky old-school grooves, that took me straight to a tropical dance floor in the 70s. I don't know about the other nights, but I'm already looking forward to the next Frescura! The venue itself is the perfect hidden gem. Intimate enough to feel the energy of the crowd, but big enough to hold it down all night.

Fun libations, spooky vibes, and all around great hangout spot, the Cauldron has elevated cocktails…read morethat are to die for. Service was highly attentive and made great recommendations, as it was our first time here. A great place to sit and talk with friends, lounge around, and get fun/novel "elixirs" We love a good themed place of drink, and we can't wait to come back :)

Very nice bar with a cute main dining room and a 2nd backroom. It's pretty loud inside so…read moredefinitely not a quiet place to have deep conversations. There's also a small outdoor area with heat lamps. Decent amount of parking. Definitely wouldn't recommend coming on a weekend as a wedding party came by and drank all the champagne and prosecco. Mocktails and french fries were tasty though. Our server Emilee was super nice and attentive though. The hostess was also very nice and the bathrooms were clean. Definitely get on the wait-list early or make reservations. It can be over an hour wait otherwise for walk-ins.

Came here for apps and drinks before attending a comedy show at The Stand up and so glad I did…read more Natalie was our server and she was awesome! Natalie had such a welcoming cool vibe just how I'd like every waitress and waiter to be. When I come back I'm asking to sit where she's serving. The restaurant and restrooms were clean. I ordered 3 Eastside drinks and all of them were fantastic! We also ordered the Brussels sprouts and bone marrow and wow wow wow delicious. I definitely recommend ordering the apps we ordered and the Eastside drink. My son ordered the Blood orange margarita and he loved it so much he ordered another! I've also tried the Rokka in Whittier and also a great experience! Rokka your employees are awesome! Thank you for the great experience always!

We chose this spot for Valentines dinner and it did not disappoint. The pre planned menu was…read moreabsolutely delicious from start to finish, every dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor. The service was amazing, attentive, warm, and perfectly timed without feeling rushed. The ambiance was special that included romantic lighting, great saxophonist, and a lively yet intimate vibe that made the night extra special. If you're looking for a spot that truly delivers on food, service, and atmosphere for a special occasion, this is it! We'll definitely be back!!

Customer service was great. The drinks was amazing, and the ambiance was chill. Bar was clean and…read morethe bartender was helpful in selecting tasty drinks.

Great service and I got the best drink ever. Bartender was amazing and very helpful and had a great…read moreattitude. Ambiance was great. Thank you so much.

We came hear on a Sunday afternoon at around 1:00 PM, parking was available but limited spots…read moreavailable. As we went in we were greeted by a hostess and were seated right away at the bar area as requested. The bar was not busy but there were people there also eating, the dining area was pretty busy and the service was pretty quick. The restaurant has a nice modern Mexican style look, they were playing bad bunny and other similar Spanish music and the sound system was good and not too loud. I order the black aquachiles which were pretty bomb and not too spicy, it was served with onions, avocado, black hot sauce and tostadas. My wife ordered the tacos gobernador and they were served in a wooden board and a side of some really good spicy Serrano chile. We had beer as well. Pretty good restaurant, they have definitely improved since the last few times I've been there in the past during covid. I would recommend this restaurant. Next we will try the micheladas, they have been good in the past and I'm sure they are better now.

I made a reservation for 3 PM today specifically to enjoy happy hour, which is clearly advertised…read moreon the restaurant's website with listed times and prices. I come here regularly--about twice a month--and have even celebrated my birthday here, so I felt confident in what to expect. When my husband and I arrived and asked for the happy hour menu, we were told it was not being offered "because it's Cinco de Mayo." While I obviously knew the date, there was absolutely no indication anywhere online or during booking that happy hour would be canceled. That was really frustrating and felt misleading. If there are exceptions to regular specials, especially on a day that might bring in more customers, that should be clearly communicated ahead of time. It doesn't make sense to remove happy hour entirely without offering any alternative promotions--if anything, I would expect more incentives on a day like this. We ended up leaving without ordering because the experience started off on the wrong foot. Disappointing, especially since this has been a go-to spot for us in the past.

Our bartender was just amazing, he was so attentive and had some really good suggestions on food…read moreand got very creative with our drinks. Thank you Freddy!

Overpriced drinks, uptight staff, rude security, doesn't allow hats unless they're cowboy hats…read more Never knew there were cowboys in California. Whole place is full of itself and probably will be replaced by another uptight "lounge" in the next 5 years.

Tequila is half off on Tuesday !! Oliver is a the shit, one…read moreof a kind. he makes the best drinks and is easy to talk to

I had dinner reservations in Uptown Whittier, and this was on my way. My husband and I stopped in…read moreto check it out and have a quick drink. We were regulars way back when at the Slam Dunk. It has been given a nice face lift. Don't expect Slam Dunk prices. This is a bit classier. Happy hour includes $2 off drinks Monday-friday till 7pm. The decor is very Whittier / Dodgers focused. I loved the decor. The best part of our quick visit was Sharene. She was an amazing bartender. She was super friendly and we will definitely come back to see her. We did not try the food, but maybe next time.