late night decided to take my girl out just to have a chill vibe. It's pretty close to the house so…read morewe decided to go ahead and try it out. When we walked in, we had our ID checked by the security that was sitting in the front. I was feeling a little sick so I asked the barmen if it was possible for him to make hot toddy he definitely made it happen and it tasted pretty good. The atmosphere is very relaxed. They have a few games , pool table and karaoke nights. additional games available in the back almost like a private back patio.! They also have food pop-ups and we were told that their pizza pop-up is delicious so we will definitely come back to try it out

I'm genuinely confused by the positive reviews here; I can only imagine they're coming from people…read morewho attend specific events, because as a standard bar experience, this missed the mark completely. My husband and I stopped in on a Sunday for a quick drink before a movie, and the "vibe" was non-existent. They have four TVs at the bar, but the setup was bizarre, two were completely off and another was just frozen on a directory logo. The biggest issue, however, is the cleanliness--or lack thereof. The place is incredibly dirty. It feels like it hasn't had a deep clean in weeks, maybe longer. The bar top was disgusting, the floors were grimy, and even the woodwork looked like it hadn't seen a rag since opening day. They are charging $17 for "signature cocktails," which is bold for a spot that feels like a neglected dive bar. If you're going to charge premium prices, you have to at least wipe down the countertops. Service-wise, the bartender was friendly enough but low energy and minimal level of service. To make matters worse, a shift change happened while we were there, and the departing bartender made us close out our check and start a brand-new one with the next person. Why should the staff's administrative hand-off be the customer's issue? It's just unprofessional. The Valley has so many actual dive bars with character and plenty of high-end spots for a great cocktail; I'm not sure where this place is trying to fit in. It feels like someone bought it and just stopped caring. We won't be back.

I like this place. Very friendly and nice atmosphere. Good service and reasonable prices. Thanks…read more will keep coming

This restaurant is definitely a vibe. Especially for a person like me who never had an alcoholic…read morebeverage. They have GREAT drinks to try. I had the Blue Shirley Temple and it was really good. Thoroughly enjoyed. They have board games. Arcade games. They have an outdoor patio that is a vibe. It is just a really nice area. Parking could be tricky BUT they are open later in the day so you can luck out with the parking as it is on a main street. The staff and the owners were super kind. I came here with my friend and he is there about daily so they knew him and knew what to order for me. Great space and great drinks. There's also a ton of health benefits in Kava.

Good service good food Jared the bartender is the best! Buffalo wings are fire! Crowd is good a lot…read moreof locals but haven't seen any issues since I been going there.

Mediocre bar with dirty taps. Beer tastes like shit. Vibes & patrons are cool, but this bartender…read moreis an ass hole. Dude can't use his words properly & yells at patrons all night. Complete idiot - why work in a bar if you're insufferable and can't handle customer service?!

Had a great time with drinks and Karaoke. Super nice bartenders and friendly welcoming crowd. I…read morehad some great conversations with various people~a great local hangout! I'm definitely coming back!! Wish I had taken pictures,... but then again, ....

I love this dive bar--it's one of my go-to spots. The bartender, Mimi, was super attentive,…read morefriendly, welcoming, and overall just wonderful. I would honestly come back just because of her. The other bartenders are just as friendly and provide great service as well. The place is small but has a really chill vibe. They have a jukebox, which is perfect for me since I can play my metal music. The bathrooms are clean, the drink prices are decent, and the crowd of patrons is friendly. The only downside is that they only accept cash, and I'm not a big fan of the Zelle option with the $5 fee. Aside from that, I still highly recommend this place for a laid-back night out with good service and a great atmosphere.

Met some friends who live in the area and highly recommended this place. We were soo satisfied with…read moretheir friendly service and amazing food! We started with a round of Ahi Tuna Toatadas and I had to have a second order! The tostadas are completely covered with the most deliciously marinated Ahi Tuna and are completely mouth watering! We also started with their Watermelon Hibiscus Margarita and regular Margaritas. Perfect for sitting on the pet friendly patio. We also tried their Oaxacan Old Fashioned that came smoked, always a treat. We had their Chopped Salad with Salmon, the most amazing Shrimp Fajitas, Suizias Chicken Enchiladas and their Carne Asada Plate. ALL were top notch and cooked/seasoned to perfection!

Came here to celebrate a birthday and take advantage of their happy hour. The drink deals were a…read moregreat value, the staff were friendly, and they brought out a scoop of ice cream for the birthday, which was sweet. We didn't get around to try any food during our visit. Unfortunately, the patio experience was ruined by a rat that stayed directly behind our table against the railing for almost our entire visit. We had to be the ones to ask to switch tables to get away from it, and while the staff apologized, no effort was made to compensate for the disruption. Many others noticed the pest and either left or tried to get the staff to handle it. What made it frustrating is that I've sat on the patio at Gus's literally four feet away dozens of times and have never seen a single pest. The pest presence here isn't just "being outdoors"--it's a clear management and sanitation issue that needs to be addressed. Decent spot for cheap drinks, but I wouldn't sit on the patio again until they get this under control and train staff on better customer recovery.

Both of the female bartenders working Wednesday night at 6pm were absolutely amazing. We had a…read moregreat experience and the service was perfect

This is our new favorite spot on Ventura Blvd. in Sherman Oaks! The food, service and vibe here is…read moreepic! We went in blind not knowing what to expect and we're glad we did! We used Resy to book a reservation for our anniversary and the day we went, our daughter was on a field trip and was running late to return as the bus was running behind. A quick call to the staff there and they let us bump our reservations to 30 minutes later. We were so grateful as we really wanted to try this place! Once we arrived, we ended up only being 15 minutes late which the staff laughed as that was the grace period for original reservation at 5:00 pm which they said, "you guys did make it." Our waitress was extremely attentive and great! She kept checking in on us to make sure everything was tasting great and if we needed anything. We ordered the following to drink: -Chelada (aguachile negro, tepache vinegar, lager beer, salsa maggi, derrumbes salmiana and camarón) -Oaxacan Old Fashioned (el tesoro x mirate private barrel reposado, mal bien x mirate espadin, nogave and mole bitters) -Salsa Verde Margarita (charred tomatillo, green chile, cilantro macho, derrumbes salmiana and lime) We ordered the following to eat: -Smashed Avocado (shallots, lime and tostadas) -Ceviche de Pescado (kampachi, leche de tigre and cancha) -Taco de Pulpo (flour tortilla, grilled octopus, chorizo, queso oaxaca and pineapple pico) -Carne Asada (flat iron steak, chiles toreados and confit potatoes) -Pollo Asado (half chicken, seasoned wagyu tallow fries and cauli purée) We ordered the following for dessert: -Trilogía de Cacao (3 chocolates, pecan crumble and passion fruit gelato) -3 Leches de Carajillo apricot gel, berry compote and cinnamon crisps) For us, the stars of the show were: -Salsa Verde Margarita -Ceviche de Pescado -Taco de Pulpo -Pollo Asado The kids saw someone order the Mangoneada Margarita, saw the popping boba and couldn't stop staring. LOL. I asked if they could make a virgin one for them, but they said they couldn't but offered to bring a cup of boba for $1. We definitely said yes! Thank you guys for the option! They also made a makeshift sippy cup for our toddler which meant the world to us. This place has all the bases covered and takes great care of you. There's street parking but we opted for public parking across the street which was a parking structure. I can't recommend this restaurant enough. From the food to the staff, it was perfection! Thank you to the whole team who made our anniversary special. Be back soon and that's a promise!

I had a great experience here from start to finish. The atmosphere is welcoming with beautiful…read morenatural lighting, a great vibe, and music that creates the perfect setting to relax and enjoy a meal. A special shoutout to Gonzo, the bartender, who made excellent mixed drinks and was incredibly friendly and personable. Javier, the manager, was attentive, welcoming, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our visit. The food was outstanding thanks to Victor and Gus in the kitchen. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. If you're looking for a place with delicious food, expertly crafted cocktails, great service, and a fun atmosphere, I highly recommend stopping by. I'll definitely be back! Ps, they have a good happy hour for lunch hours

Great vibes, music and food !! Will definitely keep coming…read moreback Javier and Gonzalo were on top of their costumer service!!

I chose this restaurant as my birthday dinner and I absolutely loved it! Beginning from the lovely…read moreexterior/ interior, to the delicious food, to the amazing drinks! I was able to bring in my cake which was able to chill in the fridge while we had dinner! Riana gave very good recommendations and convinced me to try the pork chop that was very tasty and well presented. Each of my friends also got different dishes which were all lovely, and we all got strawberry margaritas! Riana's service was excellent since she was very attentive of our table, I would totally go back and look for her again! I loved my experience here, I would totally recommend it to anyone!

Food is good. Service is good. But above all our server, Riana, was very nice, attentive, efficient…read moreand made sure everything was ok with us. Her good service made our night even more special and fun.

We visited Tonga Hut during their recent "Spring Time Schenanigans" tiki marketplace event. They…read morehave a tiki marketplace several times a year, and this one was held on a Sunday afternoon from noon to 6pm. It takes place mostly in their rear patio area and parking lot, but a good number of vendors were also in an adjacent air conditioned event room. They have a very small parking lot, but it was occupied by vendors during this event. Do not park in the parking lots of the adjacent businesses, as we were warned when entering the Tonga Hut that cars get towed regularly. There's plenty of street parking in the nearby neighborhood. Entering from the rear, there is a good sized covered patio with around eight benches. We went inside to check it out and grab a drink. The interior is fairly small with four good sized booths, a lounge area with a large J-shaped couch with several small tables, and around ten seats at the bar. It is dimly lit with some basic tiki décor, and has an old-school feel. They had a fixed cocktail menu for this event which is understandable. We stood in line at the bar for about ten minutes, got our drinks and went out to the patio. The bartender was friendly, and didn't seem flustered by the high volume of patrons. I had the Horned Beast O' The Celtic Sea (Oceanus Hibernicus Irish Malt, Jamacian Rum, House Made Falernum & Orgeat, Peach, Citrus, Dash of Cherry Heering, $13). She had the Leprechaun Grog (Three Rums, Lime, Grapefruit, Honey, Spice, Soda, $14). Both drinks were good, were served in souvenir plastic cups, and were a bargain at $13 to $14. If you ordered a drink containing Oceanus whiskey, the bartender gave you a gold coin and you could exchange it with the Oceanus representative on the patio for a free T-shirt. Durango Tacos was setup near the rear entrance for food. We had four tacos (two carne asada and two veggie), and they were good and reasonably priced. This was the first tiki marketplace we have attended. There were around twenty vendors with a good assortment of art work, tiki mugs, tiki clothing, tiki décor, and other miscellaneous items. I purchased a few nice tiki shirts which were a steal at $20 and $25. The vendors and visitors were all very friendly and in a festive mood. We hung out for about ninety minutes and had a good time. We will return at some point to try their regular cocktail menu and see what it's like on a non-event night.

Tonga hut is my favorite local tiki bar, but it is such a hit or miss when I go!…read more On a weekend, you could easily walk in with no problem or be hit with a one-hour wait. Sometimes they have servers, other times you order at the bar. The last time I went, there was a long line as only one bartender was making drinks, yikes! Despite that, the drinks are solid, reasonably priced, and strong! They have a variety of drinks and nightly specials. Each bartender also has their own "secret menu" specials that only they can make. The decor is very on theme, and they have a fire pit and heaters outside for when it is chilly.

There real magic happens after 9pm when karaoke kicks off. The energy completely shifts. Even the…read morestaff gets into it, people are actually performing and it turns into a full-on vibe. Whether you're singing or just watching, it's literally impossible not to have a good time :)

A great place to hang out. Its been a pleasant experience each time. They have live music. Karakoee…read moreevery night. Always enjoy this place