Very reliable if you're looking for a place to unwind. Gets busy during pool leagues, but if you grab a spot at the bar, the really nice blonde gal (I'm sorry I forgot your name), will help you out and make you feel welcome. They do not have signature cocktails like old fashioned etc., but they have a basic full bar and a decent selection of beers (to my memory). Prices are also very good which is reason enough to come back. There's a jukebox box for tunes and sometimes if you're lucky, a pool table opens up. This review is not for the food since I've never had it here, just the service, ambience, drinks, and reliable operating hours. Even if they're slow, it's unlikely they will be closing early because so many locals depend on them being open. Sometimes you might run into a snag where the internet goes down, so bring cash just in case they can't run your credit card. read more

Kit's Place - Bar inside open until 2 AM, last call 1:30-1:40 AM - Dive Bars Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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horrible place, horrible bartenders, horrible patrons, warm beer. plus you'll probably get jumped. dont waste your time

Can't beat the location right on the beach. Our server, Paris, was excellent as was the food. Highly recommend if you are in Hermosa Beach!

What a find! Chill locals, nice pool tables, cold heavy pours. A dive bar gem! Bartender is top notch, attentive, fast, and friendly. I'll be back soon read more

Great hipster bar. Total good vibe. Pool table x 4. Good rock music. They serve food sometimes. It's ok to go get Carl's Jr and bring it in. Good prices read more

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You gotta Love Erin's wet pussy shots...they are the bomb. Best dive bar in HB. If you like to play pool they have cheap tables.

I work 3rd shift so I get off work at 8am. Sometimes you need a bar that opens up early in the AM to serve you a drink without judging you. This place was perfect to end your night or start it. Simply put: Cheap drinks Clean environment I'm drunk read more

Kit's Place - a pint and a glass of beer - Dive Bars Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

The friendly bartender was professional, conversational and welcoming. She alone earned you that star. The local attendees are somehow both extremely judgmental AND missing front teeth, even when you don't participate in billiards. One regular was unbearably drunk, on probation and exceedingly touchy. Creep city! If you're into the smell of piss and poverty, this is the place for you! Bonus points if you like watching football on a 14 inch screen. read more

Great local dive bar always good bartender s cheap drinks that are strong. You can order food inside and it good.

Kit's Place is the type of bar where you'll probably decide very quickly whether or not it's for you: - I mentioned to the bartender that it was my wife's birthday, and her drink was on the house. She also got her name on the birthday board. Cheers! - I got a Sierra Nevada for myself. It was probably the best beer that they had. - There is literally a hole in the wall between Kit's and Angel's Pizzeria, where you can place food orders. Check out the extensive menu before you go: http://angelspizzeriaca.com/ - They also seem to serve their own food, or at least they used to. - They have a number of different drink specials throughout the week. I took a picture of my favorite one ($5 pitchers of Coors Light, everyday, 6-10 am). I don't know if it's a standard-sized pitcher. - Four pool tables. - Jukebox featuring some good classic rock. - We heard from a secondary source that a fight broke out here after we left. I'll see if I can verify this. Maybe I'll return on my birthday? read more

Kit's Place - A picture's worth a thousand words! - Dive Bars Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

So second time here and everything was cool. It is a dive bar so as the saying goes "it is what it is". Good crowd all locals there for a liquid breakfast so to speak. I had a tasty greyhound and a shot of George Clooney Tequila which wasn't bad. Bartender was very friendly and nice. And hoped to see me again which was nice of her to say. So on that note I'll be back. read more

Kit's Place - George Clooney Tequila. - Dive Bars Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Kit's is a hidden treasure in Huntington Beach. We need more of Lisa Z's cookin! Great drinks, great atmosphere, great food. Enjoy this gem for all it is. read more

It would've been more since the environment is great, the women bartender is the worst. I asked for a water and she rudely told me no! The whole night she had a bad attitude. read more

You need to check out the best $6 steak deal on the west coast. OMG the steak was presented with hot mashed spuds and gravy, corn, and salad. Top notch cookin..!! But if you're a vet and went to Johnny's on Thursday you already have a free steak ticket..!! Come and get it..!! This place has a gourmet chef for reasonably priced food working every day and night. Came over to redeem our tickets for free steaks from the envelope we got at Johnny's Saloon On Thursday. Our barmaid was Kristy and she was serving drinks with Erin and they were Great. The chef cooking the steaks is John Hudak, a true Vet. This the place to kick back, play some pool, watch the dozen (plus) TV screens, and have some fun with some great local vets. Well recommended, we will return. read more

We were nervous at first because of the sign but it ended up being really nice! Cute bar, great service with multiple pool tables. Clientele seems friendly and it's reasonably priced :) The kitchen is kinda strange, they don't serve a full menu or any appetizer type things, just fried chicken and mashed potatoes... read more

Kit's Place - Dive Bars Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

A true Dive Bar at it's finest!! No BS cover charge or drink minimums here. Strong drinks and decent bar food here!! They also have free food on holidays!! Yuummy!! A nice place to begin or end your day. read more

Cool hidden gem off of Beach Blvd in Huntington Beach. Wife and I have gone a couple of times when we are in the area. Usually on a lazy Saturday afternoon. 2 pool tables, darts, and a happy bartender always ready to serve you with a smile. Clientele is strictly locals, it's a comfortable hangout just a ways from the mess that Beach Blvd can be. Cool little thing, there is an Italian take-out spot directly nexy door. They have an opening in the wall between the two businesses. When you order your monster-size calzone and then go to the bar, the big window opens, and they hand you the food STRAIGHT OUT OF THE OVEN. What could be better? Well, the ice cold beer that goes with it while you are both shooting pool of course!! The pool I think was 3 bucks an hour that day? In any case, we somehow ended up playing for free anyway, so that was doubly awesome. Classic rock on the jukebox, unassuming, non-threatening folks around the bar; Kit's is a pretty good little spot to kick back and kill an hour and a half!! read more

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Perfect dive bar, pool tables, touch tunes juke box, stiff drinks, full bar, food was amazing thanks to Chef Gabby! My first time getting food last call. Ordered it to go and man when we ate the steak, mash potatoes, asparagus, & lemon tart cake with raspberry's and whip cream. We were blown away! So delicious! $16 meal! Gabby you're the best! Thank you for making our night with you're yummy food Happy Valentine's Day! read more

Kit's Place - New York Strip Steak, Cesar Salad, Garlic Mash Potatoes, Asparagus, Lemon Tart Cake, Raspberry's, Whip Cream - Dive Bars Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Kits... Initially I was thinking 4 stars but I just can't find a reason to withhold one. I like to stop by on Fridays when they have the mobile car wash outside. The car washers are no joke! They charged me $15 to wash my pickup and it was more than worth every penny. They made my 12 year old pickup look new! Sadly I only have before photos. I'll try to get before and after next time. Quick summary: Dive bar! Cheap strong drinks, 4 decent pool tables at 75 cents per game, and generally good people. Equipped with a juke box which is compatible with the touch tunes app. Just know your environment. This is not the downtown HB vibe. If your favorite bar is sharkeez, stay away. Kits is a refreshing change from the bars downtown. It has a salty locals type of vibe. The crowd is a bit older and diverse, but with that said I have rarely had an issue with anybody there (the one small issue I did have was with a league pool player who I have never seen there when there was no league play). The staff has always been nice. They are always ready and willing to chat it up if it is slow enough. They have a hole in the wall connecting them to the pizza place next door. Pretty cool! Both the pizza/Italian food and the bar food is pretty good. Drinks are strong and the price is right. For $6 you can get a small pitcher (of Stella - other beers may vary) which must be 32-34 oz because it fills 2 pints and a little more to spare. Apparently full size pitchers are an even better deal. So... 2 thumbs up. Check out kits. Maybe I'll see you there. read more

Kit's Place - $5 steak Tuesday? Screw Fred's!!!! - Dive Bars Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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Best place on a Friday or Saturday night especially when Amanda is there. She gives the best service! I love the fact that she's very attentive to the bar and also aware of the crowd. She has a really great personality and knows how to give great customer service. If I open up a bar I would definitely hire her as my right hand to run the bar. Thank you for such great customer service! Me and my boyfriend live close by and we will definitely be back! read more

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Bartender (Erin) was very rude and unprofessional! After putting in quarters, some balls got stuck in the pool table. Notified the bartender who was talking to her friend at the bar - she said I will be with you in a minute. She then proceeded to talk to her friend for a few more minutes, then asked for orders and served 3 people before finally coming over to help with the pool table. In the meantime, I tried to wiggle the quarter slot to dislodge the stuck ball and she yelled at me that she was coming. After several minutes when she showed up, she was rude and told me that she said she was coming in a minute. When I pointed out that she served 3 people before coming over, she said that it was more important to make money for the bar (as if the pool tables don't). She then told me it was my last game and to leave after. I simply stated the facts to her. Following that game, another person had the same problem with the pool balls getting stuck, went to the bartender to ask for help, and when he had to go back and ask a second time (she decided to serve new drinks instead of help), she told him to leave after his game. I watched her interact with people, and unless she knew you or were ordering a bunch of drunks, she treated you like dirt - inappropriate, unprofessional, and rude. She doesn't deserve to work there. If only you could put zero stars for an employee. read more

Great spot with great service. Even da pizza place next door is da bomb! Delivery only

Great place to hang out! Food is fantastic! Came on a Sunday morning for breakfast. The chef is Gaby! Came for her cooking! Prices are reasonable. read more

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Love it! Everyone is friendly, great drinks, the food is amazing (Lisa's chicken pot pie is to die for). Spacious enough where everyone can hang out and still social distance. read more

We went here a few months back, the service was great and the rosemary steak and fries was awesome. But our credit card bill was almost doubled by Amanda the bartender. After reading everyone's reviews I felt that it was important to chime in and tell about our experience too. We immediately called the next day when we saw the charge. She said no that was accurate. We knew it was not.....after speaking to the owner he quickly corrected it. I believe he knows what a rip off she is. We left a $30 tip apparently that wasn't enough and she felt we needed to be ripped off for an additional $60 . They lost what could of been 2 regular customers since it's in walking distance from us. Youd think management would get a clue after reading all the reviews. read more

Great local dive bar! Good food to! Excellent staff! The people there are friendly! Pool tables are pretty good too.

I live a block away and I'm done here. Twice they've "lost" my card. Both on Yvonne's shifts. Funny how that works. Don't even bother with this trash. Sorry for Erin who's THE BEST. By the way if someone there uses my card or my card is used by her I will be pressing charges. read more

Not from around these parts...was asked to find a dive bar between my house and San Diego, this is what I chose...and I'm glad I did...my kind of place...BUT BUT BUT it's tucked back off Beach Blvd behind the gas station so you will miss it! I did...twice...(Damn you, Google Maps) Ordered a chicken sandwich from Gaby's and was astounded that something that good came from what I thought would be just another greasy-bar-food joint (Not that there's anything wrong with that either)...but Wow. Two thumbs up, 5 mics, 5 stars, double platinum, diamonds and all that noise...if there was an Oscar for food, I would nominate...Just go try it, it's easier than talking about it. Yes it may be a little grimy outside but that's why they call it a dive bar, people...The Montage is 20 miles south on PCH if you require a mani pedi with your PBR, bourgeoisie. read more

Best staff ever. Bloody Mary's from Wendy that will save your life. Assortment of food from LisaZe in the kitchen. Ask for the off menu hot pressed PB & J. I also learned peanut butter on a spoon will cure hiccups. Thank you thank you! Great neighborhood bar with pool tables and good music. read more

Kit's Place. Cool hole in the wall bar. Billiards. Drinks. Gabby the chef makes the greatest Angus Beef BBQ bacon cheese burger in town. No joke. Friendly people. If you dont drink. Stop in for the food. You'll enjoy it. Sweet Gorgeous bartender Natalie is awesome. read more

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I went with a couple of friends after leaving the bars on Main st. We played some pool and everyone there, including the bartender, were pretty fun to be around. read more

So I guess I consider myself somewhat of a dive bar aficionado. Been to many of 'em over the years and I think I can provide insight into a world that is "The Dive Bar Scene". I've been coming to "Kit's Place" for many years. In fact the place used to be called "Lucky Johns #1" back in the day (LJ's #3/#4 are still located on Beach Blvd in both Stanton and Fullerton). There is a fine line that makes a Dive Bar great and one that is just a trashy, loser filled, mess. Kit's Place is a fun bar with many longtime locals, a few drunks, cheap stiff drinks, and from time to time a cute bartender or two. They do serve food on weekends and in the afternoon but the quality really depends on who is in the back cooking. It's kind of a hit or miss thing. They also often times have potlucks which some of the locals and bartenders bring in things. It's location also isn't so bad (Beach/Yorktown in HB). But if you plan on boozing make sure you ride a bike, have a DD or take a cab because it can be bust for cops. There is an internet jukebox, a few pool tables and darts to keep you occupied as you kill brain cells. Anyway the bartenders are cool, drinks are strong, and it's a no frills dive bar if you're in the mood. read more

Kit's Place - Kettle soda in a bucket - Dive Bars Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

The Bar: Unable to locate on Google maps, this spot was formerly Lucky John's #1. Located on the Northeast corner of Beach Blvd and Yorktown in the northernmost end of a strip mall, behind Chevron. Inside: To the left of the entrance you will find the bar, with an open kitchen visible to the public. To the right, 3 pool tables, Golden Tee and a non-operational TV. Don't stress about the broken TV, there are 17.. yes, I said SEVENTEEN other ones. In the rear, you will find yet another pool table, the TouchTunes jukebox, the ATM, 3 electronic dart boards, the restrooms and various table seating. The Crowd: First person I noticed in here tonight was a guy with a jet black mohawk and bleach blonde hair on the sides, and a wicked handlebar mustache, though he was camera shy, his friend however (see below)... I have no words. As for the rest of the crowd, they're cool. Careful about the cook, he likes to give full mouth kisses to the women you are with. Creepy or ultra friendly, not sure which. Service: Both times tonight, were quick. 2nd time around was busier but service was fast and delivered with a smile. Prices: $9 domestic pitchers, $11.50 import, $6 Fireball shots, Entertainment: 4 Pool tables, 3 dartboards, TouchTunes Jukebox, 2 bar top games, 18 TV's. Restroom: Nothing to be desired. Spacious, but single occupant, which, in a bar, should not be. Bright blue walls, with photos of fighter jets and the classic condom machine, loaded with 50 cent cheesy pick-up lines. (example: Hand her/him this piece of paper that says, "If you want to go home with me, give me a smile, if not, tear it up and throw it in my face". Like I said, cheesy. Bartender: Tonight was Cindy. Tattoos, black hair... all around hot, and super nice! Ask about her specialty shot...it'll knock you on your ass. Closing statement: We came in at about 8pm...it was dead. We skipped out to Johnny's Saloon to catch Howdy Doodie time, which was cancelled for reasons out of their control. To catch the true culture of Kit's, come in around 11:30pm. Oh, and try the sliders... they are either really good, or we were really drunk. Oh, and the review right before this one...he was clearly having a bad day... this place is awesome! read more

Kit's Place - a neon sign for a sports bar - Dive Bars Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Went here because I found myself in Huntington Beach on a Saturday night (shudder) and this place was closest to where I was staying. This dive bar was a delightful treat away from the Huntington Beach bars near the main beach area I explored in my twenties. Erin was a great bartender with a great attitude, and empathetic to boot. She was just as dismayed as we were (if not more) at the fact my group had just cone from a seven-hour dry wedding, and helped save the night. And, she assured me my car would not be towed overnight (and it wasn't!) when I made the smart choice to go from DD to shitfaced. Thanks, Erin! (Bonus: you can get GrubHub delivered. Taco Bell is closest and we had the 12-taco party pack) read more

The bartender with the black hair was so rude anytime I ordered something. I was tipping with each drink order and were my friends. I also heard her making racist comments and that's when I decided to leave. read more

Bartender can be rude, but it's entertaining and worth it because she has a very heavy pour. heavy pour. awesome. cheap. go, don't think about it. read more

Had fun here. My brother took me bc he hangs out here alot. Bartender was so sweet and I felt comfortable being there. Played some pool and used the jukebox. Everyone was nice! I'll be going back next time I'm in town read more

Checked this place out after experiencing a wacked out, power tripping bartender at the Pen and this place is cooler than cool! Few pool tables and the bartenders here are down to earth, friendly and hospitable! Love this dive bar! read more

A bit divey, yes, but then again there's a box fan by the entrance that makes it cool. Not temperature cool, mind you, but hipster cool, like an OC version of Barfly, 'cept with more Kid Rock and STYX. And B.O. read more

Kit's Place - Kit's defined in one photo - toilet paper outside the men's room next to the juke box. Class, class, class! - Dive Bars Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

We love this bar, our favorite in all of HB! Gotta give a shout out to one of the best bartenders, Amanda, she rocks! Super fun, always happy and always knows when we walk in what we like to drink. Come in see her, she will make your day... read more