This place has gone downhill. Zero liquor selection, terrible service; it's sick a shame because…read moreit's an institution.

What a fine dime piece this place is! From the music to the tasty and original shots... this place…read moreROCKS! Thanks for having me Adam!

What a great spot to get your game face on before a concert at the Palladium. Mere steps away from…read morethe entrance, cheap drinks, classy interior, fun cocktail selections and excellent service. You sit at the bar to get served or grab your drinks at the bar yourself if you're seated at a table. They have a large selection of drinks using fresh squeezed juice so that opens the field for more than your usual well drinks. My Mai Tai was outstanding. $16. Beers were under $10.

I haven't been here in a few years (pre-pandemic), but this place used to be one of my regular…read morespots and I still have a lot of great memories here. I worked in the building, so it was an easy go-to after work, and it never disappointed. The food was always solid, and the dimly lit atmosphere gave it that perfect laid-back, unwind-after-a-long-day vibe. It was especially a great chill spot earlier in the day before things picked up. Definitely a place I associated with good times, good conversations, and a reliable, relaxed setting. Looking forward to coming back and seeing how it's evolved.

Stopped in here last week for a Keyon Harold show. Loved the ambiance and set up besides the wall…read morebetween the bar and stage....lol Service was great. I didn't try the food but drinks were decent. I'll definitely be back for another show.

Magnificent Friday night jazz at The Pendry's Sun Rose…read more Got tickets to go thru the Dice app. Arrived just before 9p - street parking is near impossible so go expecting to pay the $20 valet; music is free so it's not too bad? - and walked into a throwback lounge. Decorative touches on point. Classy crowd makes you want to approach the night with style and grace. Friendly staff welcome you and are watching for any drink orders you may have. And then the music?! How is this a free show. Better than most other options we have in LA. I'll be back! Thank you Sun Rose and Rocha Collective

The vibes are always fun and friendly here! The drinks are…read moredelicious. The bartender Adrian and the barback Kyle are always very welcoming and warm. The space is colorfully decorated with pretty brick Walls and comfortable seating. Definitely worth a visit!

Even though Jamie W and I were here during PRIDE weekend, we didn't get a strong queer vibe in this…read moreneighborhood watering hole. If anything, it felt more like a party-hearty hangout for frat bros with no manners. However, the bartender was quite tolerant and civilized as we ordered a couple of $9.75 Tequila Sunrises (Photo 8). There's a small terrace in the back where we managed to secure a sliver of space at the end of a bench. I'd characterize the crowd as self-involved with attempts at social interaction met with varying degrees of indifference. Yet it felt like a safe space with all the rainbow paraphernalia strewn about, and we'd still come back if we could mingle in a cozier, lower-key space. It's due east of La Cienega about three blocks beyond OR and probably the furthest point from the gay clubs on Santa Monica Blvd but still within walking distance. DRINKS - 3.5 stars...potent enough, a tad pricey AMBIANCE - 2 stars...the land of bros SERVICE - 3.5 stars...bartender was cool TOTAL - 3 stars...make it worth the walk from the land of clubs RELATED - Exploring West Hollywood? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/TiA7LRenVp

Strong drinks, dim lights, and the best new artists!…read more Its been almost 20 years since I first went to a Hotel Cafe, before they had the second stage (which is a great room), when they still had a parking structure in back. It was all a foreign concept to me. Booking three or four or five acts in one night, charging you admission only once based on which act you came in for and most of the time if you came to the first you could stay through the 5th, or as most did, they came to see who they intended to see and maybe saw some of the act that was after and then went out to Hollywood to get some eats with their friends. Hotel Cafe is going away in 2026, but it is not gone, they will just be moving from their iconic Hollywood location, that small room that barely held 150, a small stage in the corner, a few low tables and a bar in the back to a new location in Los Angeles. It is the place where the singer-songwriter movement of the mid-2000s to the mid-2010s hard launched a revival. It's like what the Troubadour was to the Laurel Canyon singers in the 1970s. Sara Bareilles, Ingrid Michaelson, Greg Laswell, Priscilla Ahn, Meiko, Cary Brothers and many others. Adele even played here before her first album released in the US. I saw Sara Bareilles here once and she left everyone in tears after her song and bolted out the back door. I went to the front of the house and her family were blowing out the last of the signed copies her tour posters for only $10 since it was the last show of her tour. I bought a few. I have come here to see a friend like Big Phony sing, and then exit into the back room/lobby and see Hollywood stars entering to see their friend who would be singing next. It's that kind of local spot. The sound was always great and the drinks were well crafted and strong. I recently saw Priscilla Ahn sing here again and it brought back memories of the first time I saw her here, when she only had a 5 track EP CD. When she sang Dream again this year, it felt like everything had come full circle, since that first CD released 20 years ago. I cannot wait to see what the new building looks like, but a huge part of me, like for everyone else that has been here, will miss that little room in the back of the alley, where young dreamers became singers, where singers became stars.

We got to go to the SoCal Sound's Women Crush Wednesday concert to benefit the best radio station…read morein the LA area. The tickets were very reasonably at only $36 per person. Glad we got there when they opened so we could snag seats. There were only about 25 seats with standing room behind. There is a bar. It was very dark inside. And the guitars were mixed TOO LOUD! But the concert was fabulous and ran for 3 hours.

We held my sister's 40th birthday party here and it was a blast. The bartenders were incredible and…read morethe manager, Angelo, was so easy to work with. They let us in early to set up and were super accommodating while we tore down. All of our guests had a so much fun. 10/10 would recommend if you are looking for a cool spot to have a private event.

Solid small bar got active really quick. Nice little spot to be intimate on a date or hang out with…read morethe homies. Service is awesome!

Its a beautiful bar. The decor is giving rich new York. Gold accessories and black as yhe main…read morecolor. Chic. The service is wonderful. Our bar tender Joel? was so nice and chill. We came for lunch so we just got lattes and brekkie foods. A no frills matcha latte and hot chocolate hit the spot for us. Solid breakfast burrito but the sauce makes it!

I had no idea this place existed until a friend who used to live in the area suggested we check it…read moreout. We stopped by on a Monday around 8pm and it was surprisingly quiet at first, but before long people started walking in for Trivia Night and the atmosphere became much livelier. OR Bar has a really stylish, welcoming vibe. The black and gold decor, artwork, and chandeliers give it an upscale feel. I also like that it's more than just a nighttime spot. During the day, people come in to work, enjoy coffee, and just hang out, which gives it a nice neighborhood vibe. I ordered an Angry Orchard Cider and my friend ordered one of their Espress-OR Martinis. It looked great but it was strong! If you are an espresso martini fan who likes this style of drink, you will probably enjoy it. There are metered spaces behind the bar and there is also residential street parking nearby if you pay attention to the posted signs. Overall, this was a fun find and I can definitely see why it has become a neighborhood favorite. I would come back to try more of the cocktails and experience another Trivia Night.

Had such a great time here. The vibe is super fun and laid back, and it's the kind of place you end…read moreup staying longer than you planned. The bar service was great--drinks came out fast and were really well made. Huge shoutout to Danny, the manager, who was incredibly friendly and made everyone feel welcome. You can tell he really cares about the place and the customers. One of the coolest things about this spot is the vintage games. It adds a fun, nostalgic touch and gives you something to do while hanging out with friends. They also had live music when we were there, which made the whole atmosphere even better. Overall just a really fun place to grab drinks, listen to some music, and relax. Definitely recommend checking it out if you're in the area. We'll definitely be back!

Daddy Diamonds was a completely random discovery after finishing dinner across the street at…read moreGrandmaster Recorders. When we went, they had all their games available to play for free. I loved how vintage and old school they were. With a variety of alcoholic beverages available, excellent service, and unrivaled decor/ambiance, I would not hesitate to come back next time I'm in the area. Go ahead and check this place out!