This place is really cute and the food was really good. The workers were really nice.read more

This was my second time at Bella's Beach House. Overall, the food was decent, but the atmosphere…read moreand vibes were definitely the highlight. We ordered a variety of cut rolls and sashimi, along with the truffle fries, which were delicious. The drinks were also really good. Service was okay nothing bad, but nothing that really stood out either. Overall, it's a nice spot with a great atmosphere. I'd come back if I'm in the neighborhood, but I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come here.

Not sure why this place wasn't busier!…read more Thoughtfully prepared tiki cocktails and decent bar food both at a reasonable price. Plus friendly staff, pinball machines, and classic colorful tiki decor. A great place to unwind :)

Who knows what this place is like? Tried the door at 9:50pm last night. Locked!…read more Two people were visible inside, one might "work" there if they were open. According to multiple sources, they are open until 2am, 7days a week. So there's that vibe. The person standing behind the bar, who probably might work there, did a "slit his neck" gesture. So, what does this mean? Your tiki lounge is lame or should you, as a business, post the hours (2am close 7 days a week on yelp, Gin Rummy.com, and on the Gin Rummy main door) you're actually open?! The other person visible seemed to be making sure their drink was completely consumed, like now. Open till 2am, 7 days a week? Nope, completely a waste of time.

What a special place! This high-end bar was wonderful for a special night out for my boyfriend's…read morebirthday, and we enjoyed every minute of it. We checked in for our reservation at Scopa, and a manager came over to escort us to the bar through a locked door. He took our phones and gave us each a playing card to identify them for retrieval later. It was very dark inside, and at 6 pm, we were the first guests there. We were escorted to the bar where we sat down and were greeted by Oscar, our bartender. They have an extensive menu of interesting and rare spirits and champagne, which you can order with caviar. There's also about 20 cocktails for $25 each. Boyfriend wanted bourbon, and Oscar gave him a variety of 3 bourbons for a total of 2 ounces. These bourbons were very high proof, 90+ and cask strength. Definitely for sipping only. For a second round, Oscar suggested a bourbon we have never heard of: Elmer T. Lee! I ordered two cocktails: a Jungle drink with rum and pineapple, and a Singapore Sling, served in a gorgeous red paisley vintage glass, with an orchid flower and pink curlicue straw. Oscar introduced us to their collection of very cool tiki glasses. My favorite was the vintage elephant one, and it was my drinking buddy during our fun visit. Oscar is very knowledgeable and friendly and it was a delight chatting with him. His manager, Steve, has curated a great retro playlist of music, with tunes from the 60s and 70s (and probably earlier than that). I think I found one of his playlists on Spotify. As noted, the bar is small with 6 barstools at the bar, two couches and a table with chairs. Everything is mid-century modern, and you feel like you've been transported back in time. The staff kept track of time and coordinated with Scopa for our 7:30 pm dinner reservation, escorting us back to the restaurant and giving us back our phones. We had a wonderful time, and we will definitely be back. This is an expensive, high-end cocktail experience, perfect for special occasions or a luxe evening out.

Cool high end, speakeasy bar. Would be great for a date…read more But make sure to make a res.

The vibes at this place for a Thursday night, at least the Thursday I was there were very laid…read moreback. Went with coworkers after our happy hour and had a nice time chatting. The music was good and there were not many people in the place. I'm giving four stars for the benefit of doubt. I tried one cocktail and didn't care for it. It was a tequila yuzu cocktail, Lost In El Segundo, that was pretty bitter. It was advertised as a tiki drink but it one hundred percent was not. Honestly, I hope I ever find that drink again. I will try this place again now that I know it exists. Next time a different drink and maybe it will be a little more lively. The staff was friendly and it seems like it will be a good time. Still searching for Bigfoot. Four stars for the vibe. 2 stars for the cocktail, but it was just a bad order by me.

I liked it. Just like the other location it has a chill, dive feel to it. They got a good daily…read morehappy hour 5-8 with $8 cocktails and wells. Plenty of seating inside with cocktail tables and a few booths. 1 TV by the bar to watch a game. There's also a front patio. The cocktails were good. I liked the Manhattan. No food but there were some street vendors outside doing tacos and pizzas which you could bring inside. As my friend and I were leaving there was a band setting up for some live music. So check their IG to see what kind of events they got going on. Service was good. Friendly staff. There's street parking but you might have to walk a block or two.

Super fresh oysters, a delicious mimosa, and a beautiful view…read more The only downside was the wait for a table and for our server. Overall, we really enjoyed it and will definitely be back!

The views were beautiful for an early dinner meet up. We arrived during happy hour time but there…read morewas some back and forth about staying at the bar area with our drinks. We did manage to get a drink and sit at our table which was literally a few feet away. The food was ok... The serving size for the braised short rib was a bit smaller than expected. The fish was well cooked. We thought the dessert was peach cobbler and was excited but then came a berry cobbler. I opted for the passion fruit gelato which was very flavorful and nice for a hot summer day.

The hot dog is the star of the show, i honestly dont know why its not "world famous hot dog"…read morebecause it puts every single other hot dog to shame. I literally loveeeeeee

A fun little dive bar and restaurant that's perfect after a day at the beach. It's a local favorite…read morewith a great drink selection, and they're best known for their burgers. I ordered the World Famous Cheeseburger, and I'd give it a 6/10. At $12.50, it's reasonably priced, but I thought it was just okay. It lacked a bit of flavor and could have used more salt. At that price, I'd probably choose In-N-Out instead. The service was great, and the food came out quickly. I'd definitely come back to try some of their other menu items.

There's nothing like finding a gem in the middle of Los Angeles. When I tell you I have driven by…read morethis spot at least 20-30 times and did not realize it was there baffles me. What's even more shocking was that I was driving by a place that in my eyes deserves some special attention! So espresso martinis are a thing and this place came highly recommended for them so my sugar sugar and I said, why not?? We made reservations and left a bit early because based off Google Maps the restaurant is on the corner of Manchester and Lincoln but based off my memory, I never saw a restaurant with that name! So to clear the air, it's there y'all, you just have to slow down and look. When you walk in the restaurant is dimmed and it totally sets the mood and my mood was steak!! Our waiter was super cool and we appreciate his hospitality. He asked if it was our first time. We confirmed and he ensured us that we would enjoy our experience and enjoy we did! First - espresso martinis. It was as if the bartender read our minds...they were made to perfection! Flavorful and you can definitely taste the balance of the espresso and alcohol. I ordered the steak frites and sugar sugar ordered the salmon. We always try each other's food and we couldn't determine which dish was better. The salmon was baked perfectly and the side salad was delicious! The steak had just enough seasoning so that it didn't overpower the quality of the meat. I have never had a perfectly cooked steak in my life! Ruth Chris who? Maestros where? I don't even eat steak on a regular but best believe it will be at the Manchester moving forward. As sugar sugar and I continue on our quest to try as many espresso martinis in LA, best hands down the best steak for me is here! Save me a seat!!

String cocktails and creative menu make this place a bit of a Westchester hidden gem. It's dimly…read moreinside, great spot for date night. Had the chips, burger, fries, and stroganoff. All tasty and service was solid.

the management are the nicest people in the world, the vibe is always incredible, great events…read moreevery week, its the go to place in playa vista. the coolest.

This restaurant in located inside an outdoor market available to patrons. I thought it was its own…read morebuilding but it was an area to visit while walking past. There is no table waiting, you walk up to the cashier and place your order. You get a number and grab a seat. We ordered sandwiches and bags of chips. The sandwiches are pre-made in a deli area and they take it out add in your ingredients and through it in the grill for a panini. After 5pm, they do have a sit down area behind the deli where you can eat the late night menu and listen to music. We came earlier in the day, so it was just deli sandwiches, chips and a glass of mimosa. If I were out shopping, I would stop by and grab a sandwich but Id prefer to see what the live music and late night menu experience is about. I will go back one day!

First of all, the ambience here was so incredibly gorgeous as we were walking by that I immediately…read morehad to make reservations. On top of that, I found out that this is the oldest restaurant in Santa Monica. It has so much history and is so welcomed and beautiful. I was actually really shocked at how much my children loved the restaurant. It's not marketed as a family restaurant, but my children loved the atmosphere. We had to go all around the restaurant and look at everything. On top of that, even though they didn't have a children's menu, we ordered family style, and my daughter, a six-year-old, loved the chicken Parmesan, which she had never had before. My son said it was the best burger he ever had, he is four years old and he really is a little burger connoisseur. I had the breaded halibut and the loaded baked potato, which was really yummy too. Our waitress was really wonderful and attentive, and she could really pour her wine like the fine dining experience requires. Overall, it was just a really fun and wonderful learning experience. I also loved the history provided by the owner and the Lord behind this beautiful place. Definitely a cool stop that I never knew about in Santa Monica after all these years.

My friend and I paid a visit to the Galley after a long absence. I have been to the Galley many…read moretimes but not in recent years. The vibe and service were great. I love the nautical decor and all the strings of lights and the nets, blowfish and bamboo that add so much to the room. The food wasn't as good as memory served. We started with the garlic bread. The server suggested adding marinara which was a great call. The garlic bread was probably the highlight. I had the clam chowder which was a generous portion and loaded with clams. Then I had the salad because I had to revisit the famous salad dressing. Both were ok overall. My companion had the burger and steak fries which he said were good but that he'd try something else next time. The cocktails were good and strong. There is a metered lot behind the restaurant but it was full but we were able to find metered parking on the street on a Wednesday night. The vibe and room are outstanding, service was well timed and the drinks were good but I thought the food fell a little short.

Such a beautiful and lively spot! The dim lighting made it feel romantic and intimate, but it also…read morehad such a fun energy where you could easily sit back, enjoy a drink, and people watch. Unfortunately, shortly after we sat down I started feeling unwell and wasn't able to stay for the experience I was hoping for. The staff was incredibly kind and understanding, and they genuinely made me feel taken care of. As we were leaving, one of the staff members (who's name started with a K) was so warm and friendly and told us she hoped I felt better and that we'd come back. I'm definitely planning to return because I've only heard amazing things about the food, and after seeing the atmosphere and experiencing how wonderful the staff was, I can't wait to actually enjoy the full experience next time! Such a welcoming place.

Delicious American-Italian food in an inviting atmosphere with friendly service and helpful allergy…read moreaccommodations. We had a diner with Celiac Disease and the host was very helpful identifying which dishes could be served truly gluten free without risk of cross-contamination. The GF pasta was fresh and tasty, prepared in separate water. All of our dishes were superb - highly recommend the Ricotta Crostini (great to share for the table). Prosciutto and Burrata was a hit, and GF crostini was offered. Crispy Squash Blossoms are awesome - delicate and airy with gooey ricotta. Creste Rigate was excellent (GF pasta) and the Chicken Parmesan was on point.