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    Lock & Key

    3.5 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed 7:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Very loud
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    Good for groups

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    Derek T.

    I'm over a decade overdue for this place but here I am. Lock & Key is a "speakeasy" if you can even call it that anymore since there's always a long line now. If you're an all girls group, you'll be moved to the front or an expedited line. If you're a nice, wholesome looking couple like my wife and I, maybe you'll be moved to the front too, but don't hold your breath. Anyway, once you're in, you gotta find the door amidst all these doorknobs. Spoiler alert, it's the very right door side. Once you're *really* in, you'll be in a small lounge and an even smaller outdoor patio with barely any room to maneuver or dance. Grab a strawberry mule or other alcoholic drink and enjoy the vibe. I hear their pizzas are good but I didn't order any. Regardless, Lock & Key is a fun diverse party group but it's quite packed on any given night so if you're a group with more than 1 guy, good luck getting in immediately. Besides that though, have fun!

    The best vibes!
    Mark M.

    I had the most amazing time here celebrating a very special occasion and every time I come here, it always has the best vibes! For my most memorable visit, family and friends came together to celebrate my graduation. From the beginning of the night to the very end, the service was spectacular. We had bottle service with a couple tables and amazing help from all the employees, including security. The music was sensational from the get-go and there were no issues at all. We had good food, good drinks, and good conversations throughout the night. Parking was easy and it was definitely a night to remember! Each time I come here, it takes me back and I am so grateful to have met many great people at Lock & Key!

    Susan T.

    Came here after dinner and honestly, it was pretty good. Music is great !! a lot of great music.. The service was great.

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    Shwe N.

    idk it's chill but i've never really been a fan of this spot LOL it was better maybe 2 years ago but now the music is whatevas it's best to pregame before, as everyone kinda finds parking everywhere (avoid the ralphs parking lot tho the security is around there early)

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    Vartuhi O.

    Such a fun speakeasy vibe! we went here for a preshow drink, and it was absolutely beautiful! The drinks were very well-made, and I would highly recommend the Lucid Dreams. The food was just okay, I wouldn't recommend the chicken lollipops, but the fried PB&J was out of this world! They also have sliced pizza next-door for midnight snack. How much do I LOVE that! I won't spoil the surprise, but there's definitely a lot going on. Pro Tip: if you're going on a weekend, make sure to go right when they open otherwise the line gets super long!

    Patio area
    Hannah C.

    This place gets buuuuusy. I visited on a Friday night, and it was definitely a good time. There was a short line that moved pretty quickly. The music inside was really good, a mix of older and current hits. It was absolutely packed inside. There's just not that much space in general, especially the outside area. With the huge crowd that night, we were packed in like sardines, absolutely no room to dance at all. The drinks were solid, and the attached pizza store was genius.

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    Zinnia V.

    The pizza is good. Came on a weekend afternoons and it was my first time seeing the place empty. It's always, I mean alwayssss poppin on a Thursday or Friday night. The djs are always playing fire music. However I will say as I get older and the crowds get bigger it's not as enjoyable as before. It's almost arm to arm, not good in case of emergency.

    My response to them saying it's "closed" which I disagree as my item remains unaccounted for, footage did not capture the "return."

    If I could give 0 stars I would. I went to lock and key for a girls night on May 23rd where security took my sandals because we have to wear heels which I understand. Security then allegedly gave my sandals to a male in our group that we were with knowing they were MY sandals. The male he "gave" them to did not have them. I brought this up to security before leaving the bar and answered me by laughing and then asked me how much the sandals cost, and stated that "$350 is nothing, that's what I make in one day working here," and joked that he could simply Zelle me the money. I have been in contact with them since May 24th, where they have "closed" this incident on their end even though they stated in the email response to me, "We also reviewed the available security footage. While the camera coverage does not extend beyond a certain point outside the venue, the footage does show the security guard walking from the front entrance in the direction of your group at the time in question. Unfortunately, the footage does not capture the final interaction due to the camera's limited coverage area." I don't understand how a business can close an incident when they don't have the footage to prove that the "sandals were return" in an area that their camera does not extend to. Per their email response stating, "He stated that when your group exited the venue, you initially walked away without the sandals. He called out for you guys then followed your group past the valet area and returned the sandals to the gentleman you were with. " The thing here is that the male he "returned" the sandals with left with two other females while me and my two female friends stayed and didn't leave the venue until around 1:30- 2 AM when they were closing so that is impossible for him to state that "I" initially walked away without the sandals because I did not leave or walk out at the same time as him. I have asked for appropriate actions to be taken and I would like reimbursement since security joked that he could Zelle me after the possession of my sandals were nowhere to be found and the camera location along with footage can not prove that my sandals were returned. I do not have possession of my sandals, therefore, the possession of them remains unknown and not found. I am asking for reimbursement to cover the cost of my sandals or the return of my sandals.

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    Alyssa S.

    Got a free drink woohoo! Ambiance is sexy! It's a perfect size but I could imagine it being a pain when packed.

    Wsup party people
    Louna N.

    I'm gonna start by saying my first time here was thanks to the bouncer who was kind to let us in (and to do my boy a solid because he didn't have everything he needed). The place had good music and vibes. Bar staff were nice and didn't take long to help with orders/drinks. Had a great experience. It was a bit crowded outside but for someone who doesn't frequent bars / clubs, it lived up to the hype. Actually a bit surprised by the poor reviews down below because low-key, wouldn't mind coming through again for some nightlife fun.

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    DJ A plus who is the best DJ rocket key is there every Saturday go on Saturdays to see DJ A plus 10/10 stars !!!

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    Ask the Community - Lock & Key

    How much is bottle service?

    1000

    Do you require a vaccination card for entry?

    As of 4/2/22, no.

    Is this place open now?

    Yes

    Is this location still open?

    No. Closed due to COVID19.

    Is this location open for dine in / is there bar open?

    Is it located on the first floor or in a basement?

    All on the ground floor

    Is there a cover charge?

    Nope

    Is there a dress code?

    yes! smart casual; just don't look like a bum

    Are hats allowed?

    Yes

    What kind of music do they play on Saturday nights?

    Top 40 hip hop

    Is this similar to Lock & Key in Downey?

    No. Different concept, different owners. This Lock & Key is the first and Original.

    Do you guys have like ladies night or lgbtq night? Themes...

    Every night is like ladies night here but strong prejudices towards lgbtq+

    What time do people arrive on Friday's?

    I got there around 8:30 and there were already people inside. A line starts to form outside around 10:00.

    How much is valet?

    No valet

    Can an 18 year old come just to hang out and eat?

    No 21 & over

    What kind of music is played on Saturday?

    Hip hop! like 90s hip hop and r&b, great choices! Real dope vibe

    What's the parking like?

    Valet or if you're lucky, street parking!

    Is there a day party on saturdays?

    Not usually unless they are having an event but it's usually enough people there on Saturday so it's like a day party. But summers on Sundays are usually the turn up. "Ice Cream Sunday's"

    Does this place charge to get in?

    no, not the time I went at least!

    Is this place cool on sundays?

    It's chill at night, not a lot of people

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