4++ Cocktail bar that has been in this space for quite some time now (as of 3/2026). I still…read moreremember coming here 15 years ago. And over time, this place has always had a fun vibe and reasonably priced drinks. The folks here seem to always be friendly as well. Even after all these years, this place could still get pretty crowded (the space isn't huge so that helps). They also have the Dodgers games on when available so that's great if you want to grab a drink in the area and don't want to miss the game. On my most recent trip, I came here after having dinner with a couple of friends in the area for a after dinner drink/ night cap. Ordered the martini and it was good! Just a great place in the area to meet up with friends to grab a cocktail if you wanna low-key place that has reasonable prices for good cocktails.

After work, we were pretty stressed and just wanted to grab a drink. The front door host, Nate, was…read moreincredibly nice and honestly made our day. He was friendly, welcoming, and gave us a great first impression. However, our experience afterward was disappointing. We waited nearly 20 minutes to be seated and another 20-30 minutes before anyone took our order. I understand that restaurants get busy, and we were trying to be patient because we could see the staff was overwhelmed. When we finally got our beer, I told our server, Noah, that I could pour it myself if that would help. Instead of explaining the situation politely, he responded with attitude and said, "You know I can't serve you guys, right?" I apologized, but then he told us, "Nah, you guys have to leave." This was frustrating after waiting so long just to place an order. We were never rude or disrespectful to the staff, so the interaction felt unprofessional and unnecessary. I completely understand being busy, but customer service should still be respectful. Unfortunately, this experience left a negative impression despite the great welcome we received from Nate.

(Drank 07/27/26 MO @ 4:00pm and many times before): The bar's former literal address was 4100…read moreSunset Blvd., so why use a different physical address now? Since I moved into the Silver Lake hipsterhood over 15 years ago, the 4100 Bar quickly became my local watering hole of a quasi dive bar. As I liked to say, "I rolled myself down the hill and later climbed my way back up" after a trip to this establishment. Formerly a distinguished dive bar called The Detour (which I also went to back in the day), it was overhauled and reopened under new ownership in 2001. Since then, it has become a staple in the community and celebrated its 25th anniversary as of this review. Although it's felt like I've been here 4100 times, would I continue to visit this corner neighborhood bar!? PURCHASE(S) Arts District Brewing 4100 Blonde Golden Ale Beer 5.00% ABV 16floz Draft ($5.00 HH): Rich amber color, light malty aroma, light body, light grainy malty sweet flavor, smooth finish, and light malty sweet aftertaste. West Coast Negroni ($10.00 HH): An interesting "beertail" that seemingly worked with its relaxing smooth taste; but honestly, I preferred the two separate to fully enjoy both. Arts District Brewing Traction IPA Beer 7.50% ABV 16floz Draft ($9.00): Bright amber color, light hoppy aroma, light body, light hoppy piney flavor, crisp smooth finish, and light hoppy aftertaste. Boilermaker (4100 Blonde) with Vodka Shot ($10.00 HH): I never understood the thought behind a liquor shot served with a beer whether it was done as a shot before or after the beer or dropped in such as the more famous Irish Car Bomb. From a marketing and sales perspective at a bar, it made sense, and maybe it got patrons drunk faster. However, from a taste perspective, it really was a waste of time and neither one or the other offered much as a pair. Boilermaker (4100 Blonde) with Whiskey Shot ($10.00 HH x3): See above. SERVICE Initially met by the front door security who checked IDs, I casually approached the bar and was greeted by a young man who easily and quickly took my orders throughout the time I was there. There wasn't any table service, so please bring your empties back to the bar and order another. Once it was time to close out, it was easy-peasy - cheers! PARKING (Varied: FREE this instance): I simply walked the five minutes from my place. Otherwise, there appeared to be some spots along the main drags of Sunset Blvd., Manzanita St., and all surrounding roads (please read all posted street signs) - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A divey ramshackled-like building with a central four-sided bar, booths along all of the walls, two well-known photobooths (b/w 4pc strip $7.00), a pool table, and simply just randomness of decorations inside. Outside, there were several pool tables, a ton of communal wooden benches, and colorful tarps that shielded you from the rain and sun. Inside, minimal natural lighting entered through the windows and doors while a random assortment of electric ceiling and hung lights filled the rest. Out on the patio, there was plenty of natural lighting while a similar electric lights situation was present and the many street lights. I didn't recall seeing any TVs while music from a jukebox played in the background. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL Why it took me so long to post a review for the 4100 Bar I had no idea, but I'm glad I finally did. They had a decent selection of beers on tap and liquor for cocktails or shots, no served food so bring your own (they also had catering and food trucks at times), the prices were comparable, the vibe was very kick-back, and the service was straightforward. They generally checked all of the boxes I hoped to find in a dive bar. Furry family members were allowed on the outdoor patio (water bowls available), there were Happy Hour specials (Daily until 8pm and MO-TU 10pm-12am), and almost certain nightly entertainment such as trivia, music, and more were available. I found very complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $70.00 BEFORE any discounts, points usage, and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS

My first bar experience in the US, and unfortunately it left a lasting bad impression…read more The security staff were very friendly, we got in without any issues, and we didn't have to wait long in line. The bar itself has a cozy atmosphere, and the photo booths are a great touch. We first ordered drinks from a female bartender who was friendly, professional, and served us quickly. The restrooms were clean and spacious. Having only two stalls for such a busy venue isn't ideal, but it could always be worse. Later, we went back to order another round. An older white bartender wearing glasses started serving us, and while he was preparing our drinks, he was also taking another group's order at the same time. I completely understood that since the bar was very busy. We ordered two Whiskey Sours and one of the bar's signature cucumber cocktails. The Whiskey Sours were served in margarita glasses without ice instead of traditional whiskey glasses. I assumed they had simply run out of the proper glassware because the bar was packed, so we didn't complain. The real problem started when it was time to pay. The bartender placed the payment terminal in front of the other group instead of us, and they accidentally paid for our order. Instead of acknowledging that it was his mistake, he immediately acted as if it was somehow our fault. We tried to resolve the situation calmly and even offered to pay the other group's bill and buy them an extra drink to make up for the price difference (their bill was about $31, while ours was around $45). When it came time for us to pay, I chose not to leave a tip because of the multiple mistakes that had already happened. At that point, the bartender completely lost his temper. In the middle of a packed bar, he raised his voice and started yelling at us, saying it was disrespectful not to tip him. He also complained that we had ordered drinks that weren't on the regular menu and that making them had taken him "so much time." As a bartender myself, I know exactly how long it takes to make a Whiskey Sour, and it's certainly not an unusually time-consuming cocktail. If preparing it had been a problem, he could have simply told us before taking our order. He continued shouting that the bar was extremely busy, called our behavior "disrespectful" and "f***ed up," and finally told us he would never serve us again. We were honestly shocked. This was the first time we've ever experienced someone reacting this aggressively simply because we chose not to leave a tip, especially after such poor service. I've worked in customer service for years, and I always tip when I receive good service. I would have had absolutely no problem leaving a generous tip if our experience had been pleasant. After that confrontation, we no longer felt comfortable staying in the bar, so we left immediately with a very negative impression. Looking back, I wish I had read the reviews beforehand. It seems that many of the negative reviews mention the exact same bartender. A truly disappointing experience.

Decided to try The Normandie Club since we were staying at Hotel Normandie. The space is small and…read moreintimate, with only a handful of seating options. We were among the first to arrive, so luckily seating wasn't an issue. We tried a few items on the menu, and everything was good. I definitely recommend the Old Fashioned. Both the bartender and the security staff were friendly and welcoming. Overall, it's a great, chill spot to start the night.

The Normandie Club, in K town, is a cool bar that has been around over a decade, which means…read morethey're doing something right. And that something is crafting delicious drinks for your mouth. We stopped in after dinner one night, as I had never been here for some reason, and it was beyond time for me to try this place out. Cozy environment, with couches and seating on a first come, first served basis. You order at the bar, and really can't go wrong with any cocktail. All well balanced and flavorful. So, if you're in K-town, and looking for a nice bar to grab a drink and talk, stop by the Normandie Club

The pivotal pre-stonewall activities around this space deserve multiple late night deep dives…read more Extremely accommodating service. They found us a seat w/o a proper reservation, and the place was lively. Ordered the hummingbird, which was unexpectedly herbaceous. Tangy with smoky undertones. Refreshing. I quite enjoyed it. The husband got the bellhop, which he said was fine but not mind blowing. We ordered the Chicken liver toast, fried mozzarella, and chicken sandwich hot and spicy. The husband got the mussels. Chicken liver toast was served w mustard seed and berry compote, which highlighted the buttery fatness. The toast wasn't crunchy and a bit difficult to cut, but the pickled vegetables were fantastic. The fried mozzarella was simple and decently executed, somewhat generic and forgettable. Better than standard mozzarella sticks. The fries were crisp and perfectly seasoned. A+. That chicken sandwich was toothsome and juicy. Def worthy of a repeat visit. I'll be thinking abt this sandwich for a while. Of his mussels, the husband appreciated the spicy broth but was underwhelmed by the crusty bread it accompanied. I had a wonderful experience personally, hence the 4 stars, but proceed with caution.

It's cute! The food…read moreand drinks were really nice. Whether it's their fries, steak, fish or mixed drinks, The Black Cat nailed it all on the head. The food is probably what would bring me back here. Few things about the scene - it looks cleaner in the photos than it looks/feels in person. The entrance door is open which invites a natural breeze, but it also invites flies. We sat all the way on the inside of the restaurant and flies were still helping themselves. Tables and seats are worn. When we went, some parts were sticky. I checked out another table and felt something similar, so I just tried to make myself as comfortable as possible by not moving from my seat. Service was not the best. Maybe it's because there were two of us, but we almost received no attention here. It felt like the waiters were more interested in people at the bar, so we had to flag down a few different waiters that were coming in and out of the kitchen for some help.

The people here are sooo nice and accommodating. Came here with a friend for lunch-our first time…read moreand it was great. Surprise was the happy hour menu offered. We got the nachos and the burger trio and the filet burger sandwich. It was all good esp the filet burger which had 2 big slices of steak! The trio sliders were so good and love the bun with a lot of French fries. The nachos was a big bowl too with all the fixins-guac, beans, cheese choice of chicken or ground beef! This is a neighborhood gem and I'd make it a destination place to go to too. The place has a nice bar area with tvs too Thank you Keith for the wonderful service.

First off, I'm sad to know they are closed :(…read more The last time I went there was around the holidays before the end of the year and enjoyed some good wings and a couple of drinks. The staff was friendly and very attentive. The wings and drinks themselves were super flavorful and I thought I would have more time to enjoy and come back to visit while in town. My partner also tried their burger and fries and decided to stop by the restaurant only to find out they closed a couple of months ago. It was worth the visit when we went there back in December.z The place was cute and it felt comfy.

Great spot when you're looking to experience live music however drinks are pricey and parking is a…read morehuge pain to find and the area is not that great.

I know it's LA but $37 for 2 drinks for a place that is not a night club is insaneeee lolread more

What a tantalizing experience I had last night. I'm from outside of town and just wanted to dance…read moreto some Bachata and reggaeton. I got more than what I had planned for. Clean, security visible and present, great drinks, cigar area and amazing dancing to eveb more revitalizing music both DJ and live. This is just a tip of the iceberg. I have to give an enormous shout out to the burlesque dancers who did their thing, the band and the saxophone player. It brought me back to the days where clubs were for dancing and enjoying the vibe. The patrons were a mixed bag. Young, older, average and gorgeous/handsome. Couldn't ask for anymore. I'll be back!

What a shame I have to write this poor review, because my party and I's experience was absolutely…read moreunacceptable. First of all, they were WAY over max capacity. It was nearly impossible to move, no matter where you went it was packed like sardines. Getting 1 drink took 20 minutes each time (mind you ONE BEER is gonna cost you $10) It was so packed everyone was spilling and dropping their drinks everywhere. I had someone drop a glass next to my feet not once, but TWICE. I had SHARDS OF GLASS IN FEET, BLEEDING- and nobody came to clean the glass or provide any assistance to me. I was stepping on glass for the whole rest of the night. I informed workers about the broken glass yet nobody ever came to clean it. By the end of the night there was literally shards of glass everywhere. This is a safety concern and biohazard issue? And surely they must be violating max capacity laws. To top it all off, we reserved 1 table, which we were told upfront would cost $350, which we agreed to. The next day we find out they absolutely scammed us. They DOUBLE CHARGED US- leaving us with a $700 charge. It's a shame because the live band and burlesque performances are truly incredible, and this has the potential to be such an incredible and unique club in LA, but they are creating absolutely terrible experiences for their patrons by not implementing a max capacity. We even had a reservation and our party still had to wait outside upwards of 30 minutes. The bartenders and staff were rude. Security was unhelpful. Everything about my experience unfortunately was so negative I don't see myself ever returning here unless some serious changes are made. BE AWARE!!

I came to hear my favorite band, WHISKEY SUNDAY, in the bar/lounge. The decor/ambiance is great. I…read morelove this place! And I've been coming here once in a while for decades. But...the food in the bar is definitely sub-par. I was really in the mood for the fish & chips ($25) but was very disappointed. The fish tasted doughy not at all crisp, and the fish was not fresh - had an off taste. I hadn't eaten lunch so I was really hungry & I ate it all, but not good. The fries were typical frozen out of a package & were luke warm at best. It came with cole slaw that was slimey & completely inedible - I mean AWFUL! It's a shame because the place has such character & it has a loyal following, The service is amazingly slow. I was at my table for 10 minutes before I got up & snagged a menu myself. Then, another 10 minutes before I got up again & went to the bar to order, but the barman told me that a waiter would come to my table. Many minutes later I finally ordered. My drink & my water glass were empty forever. I finally had to snag down another waiter to get another drink. I probably will come back because I love the cozy Scottish pub atmosphere, but they have a treasured gold mine here and they are squandering it for sure. No one seems to care. What a shame! It could easily be a really top notch spot. I'm giving this place 3 stars solely for the ambiance.

My wife and I celebrated our 20 year anniversary here with our kids. We arrived before our…read morereservation but they were able to accommodate us early. Our server, Tweedy, greeted us and confirmed all allergen questions we had with the kitchen. He took our order and brought us our drinks soon after. Our food was amazing!! Even the pre-meal sourdough bread and butter was wonderful. Tweedy made sure our drinks stayed full and checked on us throughout our meal. I can't say enough nice things about our dining experience. We'll definitely be back!!

Came here on a Friday night around 12am. A chill place to go if you want a craft drink and good…read morevinyl tunes. I had a dirty martini was really good and the service was fast and the bar manager asked me how my drink was which shows that he cared how my experience was.

Amazing bar! Staff was wonderful. Love the decor and the djs always kill it. Will be back soonread more

I had a great time at Lock & Key! I do think the experience might depend a lot on the DJ and the…read morespecific crowd that night, but when I went, I really enjoyed myself. The energy was good, the drinks were solid, and honestly, I don't really have any complaints. One thing I really appreciated was the balance between the space and the number of people dancing. It didn't feel ridiculously overcrowded, and the AC made a huge difference because it wasn't unbearably hot inside. Overall, I had a fun night and would definitely consider coming back.

I wanted to love this place...we booked a VIP patio table for 8 to watch the World Cup, reserved…read morefor 3:30 PM with doors advertised at 3 PM. Unfortunately, almost nothing about the experience matched what we paid for. Doors didn't actually open until 4 PM. Once seated, no server came to our table until after 5 PM! So over an hour with no food, no drinks, and a TV that didn't even work for the first hour When our server finally showed up, we were told they needed half our reserved table back for a giveaway, so our party of 8 was squeezed into just 4 chairs. Our food didn't arrive until around 6:30 PM -- three hours after doors opened. And also ofc they only brought 4 plates for our party of 8 haha! To top it off, the $599 "minimum spend" wasn't what it seemed. We planned to hit it with drinks, but were told we had to order from a specific menu instead which ofc was lacking. Between that and added fees, our final bill came out to over $800. + the $55 reservation fee. Nice space, but the service and lack of transparency around pricing made this a really disappointing and expensive experience. Would not recommend booking a table reservation here. They really shouldn't host something like this when they're obviously not equipped