I would not call this a dive bar but definitely a low key place with mostly local regulars…read more Great food and drink selections, I had the steak sandwich and a draft beer, both very good. Friendly bartender and relaxing atmosphere. This very well could be my new go- to spot !

I have been meaning to update my review for a while, the remodel really turned out great! And the…read moredrinks are still a good deal. I was pleasantly surprised that they have not followed the other establishments I frequent with super high prices! Some places now charge over $2.00 a wing, this place finally raised the price bi $1.00 for their wings lunch special, Awesome, thanks for keeping your prices down, rare these days. That's 10 wings and the assorted carrot and celery sides for $11! Unreal. The staff is always friendly and ready to take your order. Plenty of parking in back and a nice pool table. The place looks great and the ceiling tiles are all in great shape now.

I have had Papa Juan's before in San Fernando, so I knew that I was looking forward to some great…read morefish tacos. Forgot what the poke taco was called but it was so DELICIOUS! It had poke fish and fried shrimp. It was like having the best of both worlds. The poke was cold and refreshing but the fried shrimp was warm and crunchy. The combination of textures took it to the next level. Also this taco was stuffed! It was like a mountain on the soft corn tortilla. The flavors and seasoning made this my favorite taco. Also tried the fried fish taco, delicious and had that same dependable taste that I remember. Also the fried shrimp taco, again delicious. Both crunchy fried shrimp/ fish topped with the cool creama, flavored sauce, fresh thinly sliced cabbage & tomato. I will definitely go back to try the fried shrimp quesadilla! The vibe was nice and clean with friendly service. We even got to watch the World Cup. Also for you non-fish lovers they do have alternative options, steak, Al pastor, and pork belly. But I would stick to the fish - it is what they are known for.

I finally gave Papa Juan's Baja Grill's a try after seeing their other restaurants in San Fernando…read moreand another new one in Panorama City. Someone recently raved about them here at the new Northridge location, so I figured it was time to try it. I've eaten fish tacos in Ensenada many times, so I'm usually skeptical of places that have more of a chain vibe like the one in San Fernando. I ordered a fish taco and a shrimp taco at the register, told them my order was for here, and asked for a water. When my food came out, it had been packed to go. One thing to know: they also charge an extra fee if you pay with a credit card, which isn't my favorite practice. *Bring cash.* I took the tacos out to my car and ate them right away. Unfortunately, both the shrimp and fish tacos were already soggy because they were absolutely drenched in crema. The fish itself had good flavor and to some it might be salty. I can't imagine they would travel well if you were actually taking them home.

You like cheap drinks, dive bars, surprisingly good food, rough types, good people and stiff…read moredrinks. Just go here . You'll like it.

Had a great time for a friends party!! Music was great!! The only real issue was the time it took…read moreto get drinks. Bartender Jorge was awesome - but Natalie was extremely selective on who she served - she avoided making eye contact with most female customers and even when she was making drinks... she was slow. Should not be scheduled for Saturday nights. Jorge was amazing... truly hustled and moved around that bar quickly and efficiently.

Overall it was an amazing experience. The service is always top notch. Any molcajete will satisfy…read moreyou, would put six out of five stars if I could. The guacamole is made fresh for you at your table, customized to how you like it.

I had an appointment earlier and decided to meet up a friend…read morefor dinner. They mentioned this place which is fine as I've alway enjoyed each visit. Plus we were meeting early which also happy hour was still happening. I think it's from 3-6. Even at 5 in the afternoon, there was no parking in the lot. And the residential parking was pretty much packed. As I had my little pup with me, we needed a table outside. It's been a while since I was seated outside. Usually it's been in the bar area. They have a back gate at the patio but it was locked. First off, the place was packed. It's been a while since it's been like that. Or maybe I've only been coming during happy hour. Also, it's somewhat seems to be a thing where you have to ask for the happy hour menus. Anyways, their items are pretty decent for prices. Drinks specials and some of the food items are worth it. We alway get a pitcher of beer for the table to share. Food wise, a couple of the ceviche. Either fish or shrimp and that's served with a tostada chip. For 12.00, it's pretty decent in size and quite tasty. Between the fish or shrimp, I prefer shrimp better. Also, two street tacos for 5.00 with many choices of protein. Lastly, the loaded fried nachos for 12.00. Let's say when they mean loaded, it was loaded. That too comes with your choice of protein which I went with the al pastor. The food was great. Reasonable price and well portioned. Plus the chips and bean dip to start off. They also accommodate some salsas with chips which is nice. Before it would alway be the bean dips and you would have to ask for the salsa. If you want fresh guacamole, they have someone that will prepare it table side to your liking. This visit, there was also the mariachi band walking around asking people if that wanted any requests. The service was great, the staffs all are amazing and friendly. Some familiar faces which is nice.

Love this bar! Fair prices, great bartenders, tasty drinks, and fun vibes! Also, Jell-O shots!!!…read more If you're looking for a fun neighborhood dive bar, you've found it !

Alejandría is the best , very friendly and very accommodating. The best of the best!read more

love the way they tend to us !! their vibe was great…read more Beatriz and Karla are great bartenders

Great place for chill vibes. Bartenders are amazing. Perfect place for chill vibes. The dj playing…read moregreat music.

(Drank 12/11/14 TH @ 6:30pm): Whole Foods has raised the bar with the addition of this new feature!…read more I invited a couple friends who joined me at the Tarzana location of the Vine 39 Bar At Whole Foods Market for an evening of "Dinner Conversations" presented by Netiya and a host of guest speakers. The event itself was to promote local growers and merchants, social issues, sustainability, and how you can possibly spread the word. In addition, a selection of appropriate appetizers and snacks were served as we listened and then mingled amongst everyone. An interesting location to host such an event but understoond the tie-in quickly. Although I enjoyed the event, here's the lowdown on the bar: St. Bernardus ABT 12 On Tap ($6.99 ea.) - I treated a friend to a beer since he drove. If you knew me, I was always in search of trying something I'd never tried before especially when it came to any libations. So, this lovely brown stout-like brew claimed my tastebuds after a sampling. With a slight body and chocolately taste, I thoroughly enjoyed yet babied it so it lasted for the entire event (I almost made it!). And, it went well with the acclimate weather of the evening. http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Service - On this chilled eventful evening, there were two young and very friendly bartenders (female and male) who kindly offered samples to my friends and I of the beer on tap (six total) as well as provided some notes and recommendations http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=L0fc5dsvEwFZVV6788MgpA. Once we made our decision, the young man served our beers, rang up my order and concluded with a nice "thank you". FYI...there was no opportunity to tip on the receipt nor did I see a tip jar. Excellent service! Parking (Free) - Part of an outdoor shopping center, there was plenty of exposed and underground parking. If necessary, I believed you were able to park on all the nearby streets, but always check any posted street signs. Atmosphere, décor, ambience - Located all the way towards the back right corner of the store where all the alcohol was located and butted-up against the self-serve salads and freshly-prepared food items, it literally was like a displaced oval-shaped island. There were several barstools at the bar as well as some along the outer edge of the area with a thin platform to place your drinks. But if you wanted to get more cozy, there was a row of inviting cushy sofas and tables http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=RaAmy5NLgYHLwxZzheZ47w. Only electric lighting was available as several lamps hung from the ceiling http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=herLbqkO4vYroy_pTuzsxw. There was one TV and no background music (unless you considered any announcements made on the overhead speaker) http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=ub4JxV9orm_HKFEes2kDcg. Attire - Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops...if it weren't for the acclimate weather. Overall, the Tarzana location of Vines 39 Bar At Whole Foods Market was an eye-opener, and I understood more locations (and competitors) were adding this new wrinkle to the grocery shopping experience. With very little knowledge of how this all worked, I saw some potential with this concept, but I thought of many recommendations I during my time here. As of yet, I certainly wouldn't consider a grocery store as a destination to grab a drink nor would I promote the practice to shoppers to throw one back either before, during, and especially after their shopping. Of course, this might be a good alternative to a fast food restaurant where you purchased food there and settled in at the bar. A small selection of bottled beer and wine were also available; however, I'm not sure about liquor or mixed drinks. The prices seemed to be on par with what you'd expect at a bar, which in my opinion wasn't a positive since you missed out on the "bar scene" experience (i.e. dancing, eye candy, games). With that being said, I felt the prices should've been dropped at least a buck or two. Not sure if they had any sort of happy hour. To be fair, I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (total paid experience was around $15.00; no tip required). And, they accepted my credit card of choice...AMEX! 4.0 STARS

Been coming here for a few year and I got nothing but good things to say about the staff. From…read moreGary, Danny, Andrea and everyone else they have working at Vine 39, they're always very helpful and friendly. ... like just right now they brought me my New York steak I just bought for $5.50 to the bar area all the way from they meat department where they grilled it for me free. This steak and the Stout I just took down from the shelf and paid under $4. You really get service here so if you come here and the prices are more than fair so if you come here you better leave these guys some tip. I'm tired of seeing cheap shits come here and leave lousy tips. If you do come to Vine 39 you should know that they stop serving at 930 and close at 10. It's a good place to grab food and a beer at any time, with friends or if you want to enjoy a bottle of wine at shelf price with someone. You'll soon find out this is a hidden gem in the valley.....

I love a good dive bar so I was excited to stop by here after the local Farmer's Market with my…read morefriend (also female). The bar is in a great location easy walking distance to multiple other places and even nearby neighborhoods. The drinks are fairly priced and the bartender is attentive and swift. I loved the vibe of the bar (the lighting and the old feel of it, I love bars that feel like everyone knows eachother), but one thing that is important to me as a female is if I can feel comfortable enough to go to a bar and would I be able to go alone if I wanted to. Unfortunately this is not a bar where I would feel comfortable to go alone. While we were sitting there, several of the male customers were just gawking at us. If we noticed them staring and accidentally made eye contact, they still didn't look away. I'm sure not everyone is that way, but this is just my experience on that particular night. However, we had fun, and I would definitely go back WITH friends again in the future!

I would give them one star. Im bumping to three so as not to raise too much suspicion on my…read morepretentiousness and I'm feeling rather generous. This place makes dive bars look good. I think dirty is an understatement. Yuck. Awful dungeon of a place where you see and feel the creepy crawlers. Drug deals going on in the back. Don't drink anything unless it's bottled and even then, be careful as nothing is sanitary. Came in to pay respects for a friend we lost. Now I know why old Rick used to come here. Drinks are warm, pool table is crooked. Not my crowd, $35 for two beers and I think I have had friendlier service at the boarder of US and Canada. I'm not one to give unfair reviews. This was a horror show. Restrooms were deplorable. Not much ambience other than all I wanted was to leave the moment I walked in. The county health department should be giving this place a visit.