This place is a great spot for hosting dinner parties! It's located on the rooftop of the AC Hotel…read morein El Segundo, and the views definitely add to the experience. We came here to celebrate my cousin's graduation after she became a doctor, and it was the perfect place for a special occasion. The food was delicious, rich, flavorful, and satisfying. The drinks were great too! I enjoyed the wine and champagne, which were smooth and not overly strong. A special shoutout to our server, Daniel, who did an amazing job taking care of our group. He was attentive, friendly, and always checking in to make sure we had everything we needed. One thing to keep in mind: it can get pretty windy up there since you're close to the airport, so bring a light jacket or dress accordingly. Thankfully, they have fire pits and heat lamps that help keep everyone warm and comfortable. Overall, we had a wonderful time and I'd definitely come back to try more items on the menu. Thank you for a great experience!

My wife and I recently visited Flora Rooftop for drinks and appetizers. Overall, it was a mixed…read moreexperience. The food was good, but nothing particularly memorable for the price. The highlight of the night was definitely the drinks. We asked for something fun, and the manager surprised us with a couple of off-menu cocktails that were creative, delicious, and honestly the coolest drinks we've had in a while. They were pricey, but the presentation and quality made them worth trying. Unfortunately, the service took a turn after that. The manager disappeared for what I assume was a break, leaving a single server to cover the entire rooftop. We completely understand that things happen and it wasn't the server's fault, but we ended up waiting around an hour to an hour and a half without anyone checking on us. We wanted to order another round of drinks, but the server was constantly rushing past trying to keep up with everyone else. Eventually, we gave up, walked to the bar ourselves, paid our tab, and left. Flora has a great atmosphere, beautiful views, and some genuinely impressive cocktails. If they can improve the staffing during busy hours, this place would easily earn a higher rating from me.

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.

Let me tell you about the melody Bar. The misses chose this spot for date night; constantly saying…read morewhen she use to work in the area years ago, here and a co-worker would go there for lunch. I was like bet, let's do this. When we got there, I looked at her... She looked at me.... I looked at her.... She look at me. We paid the cover charge and entered. The place was pact with people having a good ole time eating food, having drinks and giving to the old school hip-jop/r&b music. We sat at our time and were immediately were greeted and took our orders. We hade a couple drinks to go alongside our burgers. Let me tell you something. If you are a burger guru, you need to hit up this spot. One of the best burgers I've ever had in my life. Everyone was friendly and the music had you in a great mood. If we didn't have other plans after, we would of been there until they close. Definitely will have to check out this spot again.

Melody's Bar & Grill has the feel of a family-friendly dive bar, which could be appealing if you're…read morelooking for something casual. However, the $10 cover charge, especially on a Saturday night, felt unnecessary and more like a cash grab than anything else. The pricing overall is on the higher end compared to similar bars, but the quality and experience don't quite justify it. The ambiance feels dated and a bit worn down, which takes away from the overall vibe. Service was just okay, nothing terrible, but definitely not memorable or particularly attentive. Overall, it has potential, but between the cover charge, pricing, and atmosphere, it's hard to feel like you're getting good value for your money. The deejay was great!

We weren't super hungry for dinner, but wanted a little nosh on my birthday and a cocktail. The…read moreWashington is within walking distance for us so we decided to give this corner neighborhood bar a try. It was a quiet semi-divey atmosphere with a foosball table and a couple of dart boards on the dark painted walls plus a few TVs. There were only a few people there when we arrived around 6 PM. We sat at a high table by the window and the kind young bartender took our drink and food orders. We had arrived in time for happy hour, so we chose the charcuterie board and two orders of the salmon sliders, both reasonably priced at $9.50 each. The sliders were spicy and delicious. The charcuterie board was not as impressive. It didn't seem particularly fresh; the grapes especially were a bit wrinkly and sad. We could also have done with a few more pieces of toast to go with the pieces of smoked Gouda and Brie, and the couple slices of salami and prosciutto. There were also a few dates and dried apricots on the board. Well, whatta ya want for $9.50 in L.A., I guess... Overall it was a pleasant and chill experience, and our bartender/waiter was quite attentive even though the place started to fill up the longer we stayed.

My cousin was performing at this small bar. They had a Decent Menu but seemed a bit understaffed as…read moreit took quite a while to talk to the bartender to order and such. The chairs were super uncomfortable especially if you are hanging around to listen to music and have a few drinks. It was quite dark inside and the tv screens had strange videos playing. If you are local it may be your place especially on a rainy night to stay close to home but I wouldn't make a special trip from far.

Top Jazz, best venue, excellent bar, worst parking and getting to find…read more If you want the best, it is worth it, if you like big venues and pop music, go catch Kenny G at a stadium. I would go to this place often, but it is about 140 miles from where I live and I am not into the LAX metro thing. But if you are into Uber and such, park in Venice and uber there and claim to have been at the West Coast Village Vanguard of LA'sbest.

Omg this place is SPECIAL and you must absolutely get tickets in advance. I am a sucker for high…read morequality live jazz, the kind that's not just in the background and if you're looking for that too, then this is it. World-class musicians and a warmly-lit, beautiful space with great cocktails. They recently added empanadas to their menu and they are reaalllly yummy! Parking isn't usually a challenge and the crowd is full of to-the-bone music lovers. Be warned, this is not a spot to chat while the music is playing; the focus IS the music. Because they are also streaming and recording the sets, the crowd is pretty subdued. However, if you get there early, you'll have time to sip and socialize. Recently, the ticket prices have increased significantly, but it's still well worth the cost to support local talent and a great venue.

Me and my family had an absolutely fantastic dining experience, largely thanks to our server,…read moreAdrian B!!. From the moment we sat down, he was incredibly welcoming, attentive, and helpful with menu recommendations. Our drinks were never empty, and we felt so well taken care of. The Blackberry margaritas and Lobster Enchiladas were the best. We will definitely be back, and we hope to have Adrian B again !!

Good food and drinks Service met expectations…read more Ambience nice but recorded music a bit too loud for comfortable conversation All in all though a good experience and will return

Think King Plus is just another hot pot restaurant? Think again…read more We started our meal outside on the patio with their bar menu, and it was the perfect way to kick off the night. The house poke salad, crispy pork gyoza, edamame, grilled jumbo scallop skewers, grilled shrimp skewers, and the Wagyu ribeye yakitori were all packed with incredible flavor. To drink, I had the refreshing Lychee Mocktail, and we also tried King Plus's five-sake flight, which is a great way to experience a variety of authentic Japanese sakes. Then we headed inside for the hot pot experience. We sampled four different broths--Kombu, Tonkotsu, Spicy Miso, and Sukiyaki--before cooking premium beef and fresh seafood right at our table. The Royal Seafood Set featured shrimp, Atlantic salmon, fresh scallops, fish balls, and the chef's curated seafood selection, while the Royal Beef Experience included ribeye, chuck roll, and beef belly. But the highlight for me was the Japanese A5 Miyazaki Wagyu. It was beautifully marbled, incredibly tender, and practically melted in my mouth after just a few seconds in the broth. We wrapped up the meal with a refreshing Yuzu Pop Sparkler, creamy matcha ice cream, and rich matcha cheesecake. If you're looking for more than just hot pot in Redondo Beach, King Plus Shabu Shabu is definitely a spot you have to try.

Beautiful venue, food is good but not great…read more Dog friendly outdoor patio. We sat at the bar. Service was kinda slow. We ordered the signature burger and shrimp cocktail from the brunch menu. Signature burger is pretty good. The fries were delicious. Shrimp cocktail was kinda a disappointment. Wasn't as crisp and fresh as I've had in other places. The brunch menu comes with 6. I wouldn't order this again.

Caravan Cantina at Hotel June might be my favorite discovery in West LA this year. The…read moreBaja-inspired menu hits exactly right -- fresh, flavorful, and the kind of food that actually makes sense poolside. And the frozé? Perfection. Also love that it has a cool, elevated vibe while still feeling pretty laid back since you can also eat by the pool if you're a hotel guest (or if you book a day pass by the pool on resort pass) Will absolutely be back!

Love this place! My new local joint! Great tacos! Great drinks! So fun!…read more Highly recommend!