Delicias De Mexico

Five Stars for Kuduowl! Owner and bartender extraordinaire Amanda Colom, her business partners &…read moretheir staff have created an amazing bar that showcases creative and original drinks. There are about 6 talented bartenders who work the bar and each of them bring a unique portfolio to mixology. Let's get back to Amanda! One of my friends who was visiting from Hawaii found Amanda on social media and asked that I take her to Kuduowl to experience this unique mixology. We were greeted warmly by Amanda and she explained the concept of the bar and the drink options. All were absolutely beautifully crafted and served! Delicious! I had a drink a few years ago (Sloe Gin Ramos) and not many bartenders know how to make it, nor do they want to take the time to make it. Amanda and Chris jumped right in and made it (takes 10-15 minutes to make). It was delicious and the preparation was a show! Loved it. All bartenders, servers, and bar backs were working in unison, like an orchestra. You could tell they all enjoyed their jobs and coworkers! It made for a beautiful ambiance. The bar welcomes everyone - from old to young, from gay to straight, and a rainbow of diversity of ethnic backgrounds! This has to be my favorite bar in Southern California! Bravo Amanda & team!

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

Lamb belly skewers

Kuduowl Negroni

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Baby scallops ceviche

Bella Lounge

Love coming here for Hookah and drinks on the patio. However recently on. Friday night we were told…read morethere's a 90min limit. We were ordering drinks and security came to tell us we had 10min left. We were told we could finish our drinks inside but not at that table. We were confused because this is our hookah spot and come often. We spoke to the mgr and she was very professional and said it was a pilot program and our feedback will help future decision making. Will I be back? Yes. The vibe is great, music is great and hookah is the highlight.

Security and management are not doing it right. Their website currently does not mention a dress…read morecode. When we arrived we were told we couldn't enter in a rude matter. We pointed out that there were currently people in the restaurant wearing sandals. Management told us that the rules apply after 7pm. It was currently 7:30, so they denied us entry. In the process of this convo they let a woman wearing flip flops in. When I pointed that out the security said "it is part of an outfit" - they should add that to their list of rules... Clearly they are able to make exceptions for people that look a certain way, and not for others. We had a party of 15 inside; they charged them 10 for water without mentioning to them that there is a cost. Overall, while I understand that rules are rules. It is clear that the security and management only make these rules for certain people.

Whiskey Sour

Don Julio 1970 shots. $31.20. Tuna Tower in the background. $22.88

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The LKSD

4.1(2.5k reviews)

•$$$

My to go stop drinks are amazing food is great never a fails bartenders are always great.read more

I didn't get any food, but I did have a virgin coffee martini! Typically it is hard to make a…read morecoffee martini I was told however the bartender did an amazing job! It was delicious! The ambience is really cute and perfect for a date!

Indoor Seating

New York Steak, Sweet potatoes Fries, Old Fashioned Original

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Cheese boner

Mandala Cantina

4.1(281 reviews)

Speaks Spanish

Locally owned & operated

In order to honor Cinco De Mayo, with festivities that were okay for me, I went to Mandala Cantina…read morefor Latino beats and Loteria--- otherwise known as Mexican Bingo, which kind of takes the red, white and green flavor of the game. But quick understanding the term suffices. As I entered Mandala Cantina, I knew that I had stepped inside a vibe of Latin frenzy and buck--- it was replete with a sophisticated backyard boggie energy. Or in other words, the carne asada barbecue had adopted an elegant, glamorous and modern Talum motif that hit with bright mellow lights, beige beauty all around and a good time fueled by tequila shots and cocktails. I was sat at the bar, but I was warned that my sit would be bellow the regular bar line. So I sat alone, and I could look up at everyone else sat from by de-elevated sit. I was ok, I had arrived late, I was by myself with no reservation and on a whim, so I took my corner seat and did my best to forget that I sat below everyone's eye level. The party vibe was strong and palpable all across the bar. In fact, I have been to very few bars where the move was to sit, yet, the music and crowd almost demanded that we acted like we were on a club, but sitting down. More clearly, I wanted to move and dance but since there was no space, and we were playing Mexican bingo, we were implicitly required to sit and dance. For those who did not, the party still pulsed. There was this huge Cantaro (Mexican clay cup or vase) with six straws. So like a fishbowl drink that is commong in Tiki or Island theme bars, but in a large Mexican mug. This guy was moving it around while he was filmed in a way where he showed the drink for six like Mufasa showed Simba to the residents of Pride rock. So I am basically saying that all the people in the bar and crowd found a way to honor the old school hits of Reggaton and Banda that dominated the airwaves of the spot. I could not help but beat my head back and forth when Oye Mi Canto played and the lasers of the spot moved around wildly. In short, it was an experience that can be described as lit. The experience of game play was also electric. As soon as you entered, you were asked to pick a card from a large stack. You were also required to get some frijolitos-- small beans, that did not jump. I put all my beans into my card and removed them as my cards were called. I came close to winning, and maybe I did, but it was hard to focus amidst the noise and bop, so maybe I did win and did not register that one of my cards had been called so its frijolito remain on top of that square. Regardless, of the lack of victory I expeirenced I was still very happen I went here to celebrate Cinco De Mayo with appropriate festivities. After I soon sat, some tacos were placed in front of me. They were for my neigbor. I was honest and made them aware that they were not for me. After all a Mexico Hero-- Benito Juariez reminds us that respeto a lo ajeno es la paz. Or in other ways, respecting what is not yours equals peace.

If I could give 0 stars, I would. I'm honestly disappointed with how disorganized Mandala was…read moreduring the Mexico game on July 5, 2026. I've tried multiple times to call and speak to a manager about what happened, but after receiving no response, here I am leaving a Yelp review. This wasn't my first time at Mandala, but it will very likely be my last. I made my reservation the same day Mexico won and reservations opened. I reserved a table for 8 people at 3:45 PM, which was the maximum party size available. I arrived around my reservation time, definitely before 4:00 PM, and security directed me to wait in the line designated for guests with reservations. By around 4:30 PM, the reservation line had barely moved, yet I watched other people walk up, give their names, and be let inside. At the same time, I could clearly see two reserved tables for eight sitting completely empty.I finally asked one of the waitresses, "I reserved for 8 people, and I see those two tables are empty. May I ask what the hold up is?" She asked for my name, looked up my reservation, confirmed it was there, and then told me, "It was canceled." I asked, "What was the reason? I've been here." She replied, "You never checked in before 4:00 PM." Which in fact I did, and security even confirmed that I had arrived before 4:00 PM. Despite that, no one was willing to honor my reservation. At that point I told her, "Only three people from my party of eight are here. Can we just get a table for the three of us?" She spoke with another waitress, and they came back saying it would be standing room only. I asked, "Why?" Again, they referred me back to my supposedly canceled reservation. By now I was beyond frustrated. While they spent another five minutes trying to "figure something out," I continued watching people walk up, give their names, and immediately be seated. Meanwhile, the two reserved tables for eight were still sitting empty. Then I was told, "The best we can do is standing room at the bar, or you can stand anywhere in the restaurant with one of the cocktail tables, but there's a $100 minimum per person." That requirement was never advertised or mentioned when I made my reservation. I reminded her, "This isn't my first time here." She simply replied, "Or you can stand at the bar. No minimum." At that point, it was so close to game time that I just wanted to get inside. We were never greeted--menus were simply placed in front of us. And throughout all of this, those two reserved tables for eight remained empty. The biggest lie I heard all afternoon was, "We're at capacity." I must have heard that at least 10 times. If Mandala was truly at capacity, how were people continuously walking in without reservations and being seated? Why were guests with confirmed reservations turned away while empty reserved tables sat untouched? Thankfully, the game was delayed until 6:00 PM, which gave us enough time to leave and take our business elsewhere. This was poor planning, poor communication, misleading reservation practices, and some of the worst customer service I've experienced. I wasted my time, my gas, and what should have been an exciting afternoon watching the Mexico game with family and friends. I expected much better from a place I'd enjoyed before. Instead, I left feeling ignored, frustrated, and completely disappointed. I rest my case.

Sin City refreshing

Mandala cantina

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Flan with a birthday candle

The Epic Lounge

3.9(50 reviews)

I love this place if you can't tell! Epic live or lounge whatever you wanna call it. The Name was…read morechanged on an episode of bar rescue. My favorite nights are Thursday and Sunday for karaoke but lately they've been having actual karaoke contest on Saturday night. Last contest was $500 in prizes. Next week, $1000 in prizes. If you're secretly a rockstar now, is your chance to shine! This is not only for perfect singers. Karaoke is for everybody that has the balls to grab that microphone and sing your life. Epic is a safe place that wants you to have a good time. I absolutely love everybody that works here. The place is a total vibe! Great place to have a midweek birthday party who doesn't love a karaoke birthday party! The space is also available for private events. #5StarsEveryTime.

This review is about Karaoke night on Saturday 9/21. The staff is amazing. Except for one dude…read more I've been to a myriad of different karaoke bars throughout LA and SoCal in general and never have I been treated as poorly as I was by the dude running karaoke tonight. Let me preface by saying I believe the point of karaoke is to simply have fun and enjoy singing. But, you should also be treated with RESPECT. Whoever this dude was when I asked him if he could pitch my song up or down said he didn't have time for this and proceeded to just pick a random video off his youtube app. Honestly, singer or not, I find this to be incredibly disrespectful. You should be trying to make your clients have a good time and make them feel special. Otherwise, you're just a dude playing youtube videos off your phone. If you want good Karaoke, go to Same Ol Saloon. They'll treat you with respect.

Nathan - Cook (Barback) Birthday Event

Halloween at the Epic Lounge is popping off

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That sounds like fun. I love a good cover band. #MarkYourCalendar.

The Vandalist

4.3(162 reviews)

7.3 mi

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

Kingston Negroni

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Skilled and Knowledgeable Bartenders

Bar Louie - The Promenade at Downey

4.0(3k reviews)

3.7 mi

Steven is the best !!!!' Always recommend the best drinks at bar Louie and always helpful with…read moreanything needed ! He's always checking up on the table to see that we're good !!!!

Ari was an amazing server! She was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we…read moresat down. She checked on us constantly, kept our drinks full, and made sure everything came out perfectly. She offered us a positive attitude and great customer service. We'll definitely be coming back.

Large dining room.

Bar Louie burger with fries super juicy

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Bar Louie burger with loaded tater tots

OLA Restobar

3.2(619 reviews)

Went to Ola to celebrate my birthday and had the best time. Paola was our hostess and she was the…read moreabsolute best! She was constantly checking on us, making sure we had everything we needed, and she really went out of her way to make me feel special. I really appreciated her kindness, humor, attentiveness, and overall great energy. You can tell she genuinely cares about making sure her guests are having a good time, and she definitely made my birthday memorable. I woke up with the WORST hangover but that's proof of how much fun I had. Totally worth it Thank you, Paola!

Don't recommend this place. We came here to watch the World Cup match and had a very disappointing…read moreexperience. We waited in line for almost two hours. The line was moving at first, but as soon as the game started, it completely stopped. They have a sign at the entrance that everyone in your party had to be present before entering. However, while we were waiting, we saw people being allowed inside because members of their party were already in the restaurant. That was inconsistent and unfair to everyone who had been waiting patiently inline. Another customer in-front of the line spoke up and told the hostess and the security guard about the situation, but they said there was nothing they could do and the host walked away and the security guard kept saying he just works there and does what he is told to do. The manager never came out to speak with the people waiting or address the situation. What made it even more frustrating is that the restaurant had a 90-minute seating limit clearly posted on the entrance door. That policy did not appear to be enforced, as guests stayed well beyond the posted limit while those of us waiting outside never had the opportunity to get in. We understand that World Cup games bring large crowds, but if you're going to post policies and ask customers to follow them, they should be enforced consistently for everyone. Better organization, communication, and management would have made a huge difference. After waiting nearly two hours before the game started and during the game, we left extremely disappointed and hungry. We were planning to consume. Not only were going to watch the game but my party and I were planning to eat and drink and have a good time. Never coming back here, and neither should you.

Fried Churro

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Aguachiles

The Olive Restobar

4.5(2.8k reviews)

3.7 mi

Family-owned & operated

Halal

My boyfriend and I had dinner here on Saturday night while the fifa game was going on! Even though…read moreit was busy, our server Kenneth was the best, he made us feel welcome, attended us quickly and swiftly. The food was also delicious, I tend to get the airline chicken piccata and it's always so juicy and flavorful. Definitely recommend :)

My server Kenneth was AMAZING. I'll come back because of his…read morelevel of attention, kindness and professionalism

Tasty Lamb Chops cooked to perfection!

Our ribeye gives us heart eyes, every time it comes sizzling out the window. How do you like your steak?

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The King's Kabob

The Glen

3.9(260 reviews)

2.1 mi

•$

I've been coming here more often lately, and the service keeps getting better every visit. The…read moreGlenn has created such a welcoming atmosphere, and the bartenders are all friendly, attentive, and genuinely make you feel like a valued customer. I have to give a special shoutout to Alex. The level of service is outstanding--after getting to know me as a regular, he has my beer ready by the time I get to the bar. It's a small gesture, but it shows how attentive and personable he is. He always greets me with a smile, remembers what I like, and makes every visit feel effortless. Great drinks, great people, and excellent customer service. If you're looking for a place where you'll be treated like more than just another customer, this is it. Highly recommend!

So, back in the day when my good friend Jim owned this bar, it was classic, I think. It was the…read moreneighborhood bar, all of us old-timers walked to the local watt and it was great. Now, you've drug dealers in the bathroom selling their bullshit. Outside they offer you periqco, I have no idea what that is. Anyway, I don't do drugs, I learned from the people here... stay away from this place.