Live at the Lounge is sort of right next door/attached to the Hermosa Comedy & Magic Club. It's a…read morepretty nice music venue with a cute outdoor patio. This venue books small acts and I'm guessing mostly only acoustic since their stage area is so tiny. My friends and I were walking by during the Fiesta Hermosa festival last year and they had a small stage set up in their courtyard and the band I-94 caught our attention and we actually bought tickets to see their next show there. It's not like other venues where you can show up anytime, grab a drink and stand around it's an arrive before the show starts, sit down, order drinks, don't move and be quiet kind of place. Although I did enjoy some of the musical acts I felt the comedy acts between sets were unnecessary and didn't fit with the musical theme of the lounge. Eventhough I like I-94 and the venue in general I haven't been back to see their other performances because when I go out hear and enjoy music I don't like being forced to sit through and entire show like a punished school kid.

This is a great venue. Clean inside, good food, and you can see some amazing artists in a small…read morespace for just a few dollars. A great place to catch concerts.

I hadn't seen live music in awhile and I looked up the bands that were performing on youtube…read morefirst(don't like surprises when it comes to the very hit or miss genres of music and comedy). They were Avatari and Zach King with a warmup by Martinez. They were all really good to listen to and my favorite was Avatari. He has great showmanship, singing skills and audience interaction even walking around the audience doing fistbumps and belting out some great sounds. The cover was only $13 and I had one delicious Guinness beer. I also had a nice booth in the rear, not far from stage. The staff was friendly and professional which isn't the norm at music clubs...didn't detect any gratuitous attitude. My verdict is St. Rock is a must visit for live music fans in the southbay. I checked their schedule and if I had more time, I'd be rockin' there regularly. Highly recommended.

Talk about a great small venue to see musical artists. The acoustics and sound tech are in point…read more The only downside here was the very dirty bathrooms, but that's a small critique. Sad to hear that this place is being repurposed... Glad I was able to see a few of the last performances held here, Missing Persons and Gene Loves Jezibel.

The Ultimate Spot for Live Music and Great Food!…read more If you are anywhere near Hermosa Beach and looking for an unforgettable night out, The Lighthouse Cafe is an absolute must. This place perfectly balances a legendary music scene with a phenomenal kitchen, making it the ultimate local hangout. The Live Music Scene The entertainment here is next-level. The venue brings in some of the best live acts around, which is probably why you'll often spot industry folks like influencer Kristina Farberman and Gordon Vasquez of Realtvfilms hanging out here just to soak in the incredible music. If you are planning your week, here is a taste of their stellar lineup: Thursday Nights: "Dick the Citizen" basically has a Thursday night residency here, and the sets are always a fantastic time. Tribute Bands: They bring in some of the most high-energy cover bands you will ever see. The "Atomic Punks" (an epic Van Halen cover band) absolutely tear the roof off, especially with their insane guitarist, Frankie Lindia. Other Favorites: You can also catch amazing bands like "Better Days," "Journey Jukebox," and the spot-on Foreigner tribute band, "URGENT," among many others. The Kitchen A lot of venues with great music drop the ball on the food, but not The Lighthouse Cafe. The kitchen is truly fantastic! Whether you are grabbing a bite before the headline act starts or ordering snacks between sets, the food is incredibly well-prepared and downright delicious. It is definitely not your average bar food. Between the electric atmosphere, the top-tier musical talent, and the fantastic menu, The Lighthouse Cafe completely delivers. Do yourself a favor and get down here!

As a resident of Hermosa Beach, I can't say enough good things about the Lighthouse…read more It is by far the best live music venue in all of the South Bay region. They have something for everyone 7 days a week and all day on the weekends. Always top quality bands and a super fun vibe and atmosphere. The food is great and unless it's a special event there is usually no cover charge. I personally have also had the privilege of playing there as a musician and it's always so professional and the sound engineer is really on the ball and knows what he is doing. Management is always responsive and accommodating to the artists. A big 5 star to this place

Great performances last night Saturday September 26 2026 at the 10 comics show. I especially liked…read moreKristi McHugh with her wry humor and Ron Pearson jugling act The place was packed seating was good and my appetizer like food jumbo shrimps was really good

This beach town comedy club is awesome. It has a dark, old timey comedy club vibe with lots of…read morehollywood memorabilia, and a minimum order requirement of two menu items per person. Menu prices were a bit higher than average but that's expected at these type of places. They have Mediocre food but great talent! Nobody comes to these places for the food, so I wont penalize them for the quality. The place pretty much met my expectations in that regard. The same goes for the drinks. I will say however, that the service was pretty good. As for what I came for, the comic talent, they exceeded my expectations. I will be back

Cool local hang. Parking isn't ideal. Nice bar area. My black & tan did t come out quite right ‍…read moreLimited seating. Large back patio. Went for the DJ vs Drummer Experience to see Anjilla

It's okay, I guess. We were there to see a friend's band and I wish we hadn't bothered. The band…read morewas great, the rest wasn't worth it. There seemed to be a serving difference vibe between the locals and those of us who weren't, including strength of the drinks. The floor in front of the stage is deadly, and while there is a stripe of carpet that maybe is supposed to make people aware of the crazy drop, it's dark and people don't know why it's like that and many just kept tripping and falling. I swear it's a lawsuit in the making. The metal ring game would be amusing if it hadn't been for some drunk guys at the table next to us thinking it might be fun to continuously toss it in our direction. I don't see any reason to go back.

If you ever find yourself at the bar wondering what to order, just find Johnny behind the counter…read moreand relax--your night is in good hands. Not only does he make drinks that taste like they were crafted by a cocktail wizard, but they also somehow double as a therapist, comedian, and professional hype person... all at the same time. I came in for "just one drink" and left questioning all my life choices--in the best way possible The drinks? 10/10. The vibes? Immaculate. The service? So good you'll start thinking you're the favorite customer (don't worry, we all do). If you're lucky enough to get served by him, tip well... because talent like that deserves it. Highly recommend. Would accidentally stay 3 extra hours again.

We came by last Sunday to celebrate a birthday. I forgot to take more pictures but besides the…read moreclassic margarita pizza, the rustic seasonal and the kale chicken salads, we ordered both the buffalo and spicy Korean wings and pretzel. Out of the items we ordered, the pizza and rustic salad were the standouts. The spicy Korean wings were better than the buffalo and the other items were decent, Seating was pretty quick and the service quick. The environment was chill and relaxed and it was nice to be seated in the back area, away from the hustle and bustle. If you're looking for a hangout place after work, this would be a nice happy hour spot. A downside is that with the restaurant being two floors, it's not stroller/ kid friendly. We had to park our stroller downstairs and lug all our stuff upstairs.

OMG THIS PLACE. This has to be one of the best places on the pier. The staff are amazing. Me, my…read morewife, daughter, and best friend came here on Sunday to hang out after having a not such a good time at Universal Studios. This was the highlight of our vacation. The staff were nice and attentive. My wife had about 5 margaritas because of how good they were. She stated that they made the margaritas tasty and well balanced. I had a Michelob Ultra and was happy it was marked up, it was $6 compared to $14 at Universal Studios. My wife ordered the sweet chili wings and she said they were really good compared to some of the wings she had at other places. My bestfriend, daughter, and I had the smash burgers and OMG were they good! They werent all crispy and burnt like other places ive been too. They were juicy and well seasoned. They were so good that I ordered a second one with a draft Pacifico. I highly recommend this place if you are in the area. The prices are very reasonable, the food is beyond delicious and possibly the most delicious food you will find on the pier. The interior is a bit small so be sure to show up in the afternoon to grab a spot if you are planning on staying into the night. Around the night time they have live music! That came as a surprise to us.

What a pleasant surprise on a day off. I quickly walked by on a causal Monday and was surprised…read moreabout how lively the place was. This is obviously a local favorite with a wonderful location right in the middle of the boardwalk. I sat having a mai tai watching the glass bottom boat load up with tourists. It was a fantastic experience. Service was quick and friendly the whole place was being run expertly by a single bartender. She was great. Would recommend for anyone looking to stay local, people watch, and enjoy the boardwalk.

Ive been there several times. It is a small, intimate…read moresetting, yet every time ive been there they managed to make room for someone to be playing live music. Service has always been acceptable and prices are normal for California..(high) The drinks are decent and the food is standard barfood fare and quality. The attraction here isn't just the food or drinks... to me it us the intimate, living room ambiance

Complete trash staff behind the bar. Must have over 10 tattoos to work there. Anyway, i ordered and…read morewas enjoying my drink. Then asked nicely when she has a second if I can have a glass of water. She said "if I a second" which I don't right now". I was like excuse me? I never got the water and I was there for couple of hours (sad to say). Note, there were like 5 people sitting at the bar so she wasn't that busy (oh and there was another bartender working as well). Clearly she was threatened by the women I was with who were casually talking to their local "dudes" who probably weren't showing her the attention she's so used to! Talking to people at the bar is normal sweetie... isn't that what the bar is for? Small beach bar mentality..sad

This is another one of my all time favorite restaurant and bar in beautiful Manhattan Beach…read more This is a multi level restaurant with plenty of indoor and outside seating and fantastic views of the pier and the ocean. Make sure you come here during sunset in the winter time were you probably going to witness one of the nicest sunsets along the beautiful California beach. Now coming to the bar and restaurant itself it probably serves one of the best cocktails in town ans for sure the freshest and best tasting seafood in MB. One of my favorite is the Spanish Grilled Octopus and the Oysters on the appetizer menu. I also recommend their salmon or grilled chicken on the main menu. If you want to keep it simple there is a decent selection if house pizza with a nice selection of wines, draft and bottled beers plus their outstanding cocktails. Please make sure to reserve a table if you're planning to go there after 5 pm or otherwise spent time at either the lower bar area or the smaller bar on the upper level. Enjoy and Bon Appetite!

Servers were on top of it. Great location for people watching and seeing the ocean. We had a few…read moreold fashions for drinks and the were well balanced and super delicious. Great place to hang out and pretty people here too doesn't hurt. Bravo

Me and the bestie came down to visit the other bestie & opted for an outside day…read more. The food was delicious except for the calamari that the bestie had to send back.. Me: an IPA, the Mac & please and fish tacos and fries. She: The sangria & fish n chips Her: Oysters, the calamari (that she sent back) & a margarita. Service was amazing & Daniel handled thé outdoor customers with ease, but perhaps the young lady should say excuse me before reaching over to fill water glasses. That Mac & Please was a creamy cheesy bowl of heaven. The Brussel sprouts were cooked to a crispy perfection. Her oysters disappeared like a blink of an eye. Ambiance was ok, loved being with the besties but parking lot pimping wasn't the goal. Overall loved it and would come back but will sit inside. Giving this place 4 yumms up and I might see you next time!

The food here is truly upscale for a neighborhood bar, and the staff is exceptional. We've become…read moreregulars and find ourselves here at least twice a week because the experience is consistently outstanding. If you're lucky enough to stop by when Dave is behind the bar, you're in for a real treat. He's an exceptional bartender who genuinely cares about every detail. From making sure your food comes out just right to serving your drink at the perfect temperature, he goes out of his way to ensure everything is exactly as it should be. That level of attention is rare these days. And make sure to say hello to Amber while you're there. She's incredibly friendly, welcoming, and one of those people who makes every visit a little more enjoyable. She always has a smile and makes the trip worth it. We're fortunate to have a place like this so close to home. Great food, outstanding service, and a team that truly cares keep us coming back week after week.