A friend put this ski-lodge Christmas pop-up on my radar, and after seeing all the adorable videos and photos, we came to check it out around 7pm on a Thursday and getting a table was easy. Within minutes of walking in, a group of 8 lined up for a ski shot at the bar: snow machine blasting, everyone cheering, so much fun and yes, I filmed it for them. This place looks even better in-person than online, I did not feel catfished by the online posts I saw of it. The whole place is a vibe. The decor hits festive and fun without sliding into tacky. Even though it's technically outdoors, the heaters are no joke, you could show up in a skirt and t-shirt and be perfectly comfortable. Whoever is in charge of this heating situation, you nailed it! Junior was our bartender and he was fantastic, friendly, and quick. Now, the drinks: The Bigfoot is basically a dessert disguised as a cocktail. It comes topped with this warm, doughnut-like block drizzled in chocolate. Easily my favorite of the night. The Snow Bunny leans lighter, not too sweet, and the cute little "ears" it comes with are such a fun touch. We also tried the Not-So Shirley Temple, and I slipped in a glass of red wine between all the festive drinks. For food, we ordered the tosti, mushroom bisque, and fries, and everything was good. My only gripe: they close at 10pm, which feels early for a place this fun. Wish they kept the party going later because the energy here deserves more runway but Graceland (speakeasy inside HQ gastropub) is just 1 min walk around the corner, def recommend going there to keep the party going for another hour! Their Xmas decor is fire. Overall, a festive, cozy, high-spirited stop. Absolutely worth coming back, especially for another Bigfoot. read more

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This Pop up was worth the Hype! It's in Shore break hotel. 2nd level. Upon entry the pop up was so cool. The Ski props, the fire pits, the bubble snow, the ski ramp, the yeti! Man nailed the decor for sure I wish I got more pics but the place was crowded and no one wants to be rude and take pics of people surrounding the area. They had benches with cute pillow decor and cute theme accessories. The menu is looking thru viewfinders! So cute! The drinks prices ranged but mainly 18 each. The music is 80's. The servers are in 80s outfits. They have shot skis. They also have Snow which fall (aka bubbles) about every 30 mins I think. It is timed not too sure on that. The searing is small indoor the event pop up area but many outdoor places and some indoor. The bathrooms have a code. Just ask for it. The decor of Christmas is indoor seating area. The Ski lodge had Amazing decor!! Great Hype here! Loved it! We did t make reservations but we still were able to be in. Also feel bad for the guests at the hotel since we are in the middle of it. I Totally recommend this! Take a few friends the Hype is real!!!! read more

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A fun pop-up bar to get you in the holiday spirit! Located on the second floor of the Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort. There's garage and metered parking available! We got here just after they opened on a Saturday. I'm glad we did, because the place was pretty empty and we were able to grab a table for our larger group! It did start to get crowded quickly, with a line forming at the bar. Drinks are definitely on the pricier end, but you're paying for the experience. My favorite drink was Snowed In - a hot chocolate with tequila and bourbon cream. It's topped with thick whipped cream and a graham cracker! This drink was perfect for a cold night and sooo yummy. It's v rich and creamy! We also got a shot ski which was fun! You can either get 2 or 4 drinks on the shot ski. Everytime someone orders one, they release the fake snow! Overall, a fun little bar for the holiday season. People get dressed up and it's a whole vibe! Would recommend getting there before 8PM to avoid long lines at the bar. read more

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This is my 2nd year in a row visiting Pier Summit Ski Lodge. It's a cute pop-up with fun 80's vibes (neon, outfits, music, games, etc). The drinks are good but pricey. There are two different colored viewfinders on the tables: one has cocktails and the other has the food menu. I like the viewfinder idea since you can see the pictures, price and ingredients on the viewfinder. Whenever someone orders shots on the shotski they turn on the snow. Make sure to cover your drinks and try not to get any in your mouth and definitely don't snort it (it's soap and stings). This venue is outside in the Kimpton courtyard so make sure to bring a coat or don your finest apres ski outfits. They do have heaters scattered around and two fire pit areas to keep you warm. It can be difficult to find a table on a weekend, but just wait it out and you'll find one. This is not a party here all night bar, but maybe a 1-2 hour stop somewhere in your night. I'd say night time is the best time to visit so the neon lights come on as they really add to the esthetic. They close at 10pm so no late night drinks. We ordered the fondue both times and the accoutrements that come with it this year are not good. It comes with broccolini, bread and potatoes (too many carbs). It would be nice if they had some other veggies. I wanted to order the raclette this year which I'm happy they added to the menu because I love it, but I was having too much fun and forgot. I'd recommend a visit for anyone wanting to try something new and seasonal. It definitely gives Hot Tub Time Machine/80's Apres Ski Vibes. read more

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This is a seasonal pop up bar at the Shorebreak hotel in Huntington Beach! Reservations aren't needed but the place can get pretty busy. Went on a Saturday at around 8pm and although it was busy, we were still able to get cocktails fast. I got the Big Foot $20 - woodford reserve bourbon, marshmallow simple syrup, laphroaig, graham cracker crumb, toasted marshmallow. It was delicious and a strong cocktail! I didn't see anyone eating food here, just lot's of people ordering the drinks. The place is very instagram able. Also the fake snow seems to come out every 15-20 mins. The "snow" is really soap so cover your eyes and cocktails! Overall, it's a fun experience worth checking out if you're in the area. I wouldn't drive from far to do this as it's pretty small. The hours are limited to only 10pm so plan accordingly and come early! read more

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I will admit-- social media got me and this place looked epic on tik tok and IG. I was bummed I wasn't able to make it last year so I was sure to make it opening month this year around. Pier Summit is located in the Kimpton Shore Break Hotel in HB on the second floor. Parking in the structure was a flat $10 for us. Pier Summit it currently running until the first week of January and its a fun 80s theme snow summit pop up. Granted this is a pop up bar but I was expecting it to be much larger. Its actually fairly small and they don't do reservations so you have to hawk for a table. The second ding is even if you get a table before ordering the waitresses are non existent so you have to go to the bar to order. So it leaves a long line of patrons at the bar. We waited around 35 minutes to order our drinks as it seems they were under staffed only two bartenders for the whole pop up which was kind of crazy and I felt bad for the gals. They def were hustling but just the whole concept of ordering was inconvenient. We also ordered a ski shot for two $24 and it is on a ski but can only be done at the bar-- if I knew this prior I wouldn't have ordered as it slows down the ordering line. The ski shots were delicious though and they have a snow fall whenever someone orders which is very cute. Surprisingly the food was delicious-- but that took another 40 minutes to arrive. We just ordered the west slop hosti which was potatoes and we added a bratwurst which was DELICIOUS! I was surprised! I did see patrons returning food as it took too long and they were over it. I am not sure if in general this place is understaffed as everything took quite a while for a Wednesday night so I can't even imagine a busy weekend night. I think if they had actual waitresses to attend to the tables, more bartenders then this place would be more enjoyable. The drinks were $17 and up but pretty solid. This is a fun place to get into the winter spirit though! read more

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I was expecting a little more from this place, but it was still fun. I wouldn't plan a night here, maybe as a first stop for a quick drink to start the night. It's a cute pop up, they play good 80s music, and the drinks were good. We tried the snow bunny and the espresso martini. There was only one bartender and the line was pretty long the whole time we were there. It does "snow" - be aware the snow is HUGE and since it's soap, cover your drinks and hair if you don't want to get wet. We went at opening and it was already completely full. A one time thing if you're in the area. read more

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This pop up was really cute and fun for a date night. It's located inside the hotel and the drinks are phenomenal. The decorated interior and snow effect really set it off! read more

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Ok, so this place doesn't actually "take reservations " even though I was able to reserve with Open Table. When I got there, I asked about my reservations they said they didn't take them, that was actually weird. The Pier Summit Ski Lodge has its own yelp page so why would it all of a sudden combine reservations with Shorebreak's restaurant?? Just didn't make sense. Quite a bit over hyped if you ask me. Try Cruisers, sooo Chrismasy and delicious food & drinks. read more

Finally came here after years of seeing it recommended and never got the chance to stop by. Highly suggest coming right when they open, as it gets packed very quickly! It's located to the left of the lobby, and nestled in between the hotel. They played great music, and I was shocked how incredible the drinks were. Bartenders were super friendly, service was fast (you do need to order at the bar, so have someone grab a seat), but atmosphere was fantastic all around. Line can be long, but they have games and "snow" which is a blast. We will be back! read more

It was super cute! I saw this experience on IG. If there is a pop up bar in my neighborhood I had to try it! I got there just in time to snag us a seat. Because the place got super packed fairly quickly. The hot cheese fondue platter was all right. It stayed hot for this cold night. The drinks were way over priced but super fun. Ample flare to keep your eyes entertained. And foam disguised as snow for extra fun. But cover your drinks! The foam will go in there. Pop up bars are fun. The experience is what you are paying for not the service. I am excited to see what pops up this summer or next winter. read more

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The Pier Summit Ski Lodge is a winter pop up 80s themed bar at the Kimpton Shorebreak resort. My friend found this on tiktok and decided to check it out. I would recommend arriving early since we had a 45~ wait time to even get in. We waited at the hotel bar which was pretty close but there's also an area where you can chill or play games (like ping pong). The place itself is small and it's outside so definitely plan to dress warm! We ended up getting drinks and chocolate fondue. Everything is on the pricier end so I would opt to just order the drinks over the food if you're trying to save. The drinks here are pretty cool and all have unique names! I ordered the snow bunny, which was delicious! My friend ordered feeling nippy, which comes in a cup completely made of ice. We also had the big foot and you get a toasted marshmallow with that drink! We also had the shot ski with ski lift. When you order the shots, you'll get to take it from a ski and they'll shoot out snow in the air. It's pricey for a shot but overall a good experience! Theres street parking if you get lucky and there is a parking garage for the hotel. The hotel won't validate parking though and I think we stayed there for about 3~ hours (including when we waited to get in). Overall this was a fun experience! read more

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What a fun pop up bar! Kid and dog friendly and the staff is great. We only had drinks and those were amazing. I was even able to order a wine glass from the bar next door and take it to this pop-up bar because they didn't have a great of a wine selection and everyone was fine with that. Highly recommend checking this pop-up bar out! read more

The lines were very long when it comes to service. But the ambiance was exceptional! The drinks were good and decorative! I would come back but hopefully it won't be as crowded next time because there was also an event happening while we were there which occupied the entire place. read more

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I couldn't pass up the opportunity for après ski next to the ocean. This 80's ski lodge themed bar popped up at Shorebreak Hotel over the holiday season! While they've officially closed their doors, I have my fingers crossed that Pier Summit Ski Lodge will return to Huntington Beach next winter. This bar features a number of quirky entree items (my favorite being the fondue!) and holiday cocktails. It's the perfect way to get festive in a season-less California. The best part? Pier Summit serves up shot skis paired with snow! You and three of your besties can simultaneously take a shot attached to an old ski. I couldn't have asked for a better holiday bonding experience! We ordered the 'Ski Lift' on several occasions and it's now my favorite shooter to-date. These shots are filled with ketel one vodka, licor 43, borghetti, espresso, and chai simple syrup. Yum. Thanks for making being an adult during the holidays fun, Pier Summit! read more

How cool is it to be immersed in winter just steps from the Pacific Ocean? And, to be "chillin'" in an 80's-themed ski lodge while sipping your favorite cocktails and dipping bread into a decadent cheese fondue; mind-blowing! I absolutely loved my experience at this pop-up bar situated on the 2nd floor of the Kimton Shorebreak Resort off PCH in Huntington Beach. We were there on a Tuesday and it was about a 45 min wait so we just walked the pier and downtown HB to kill time. And when it was our turn, we got so lucky and got the 2-person Pac Man table!! And of course we just played to our hearts content!! The wait for the waiter to come was long; not sure why but we kept busy with Pac Man. Finally he came and the wait for our cheese fondue and drinks was longer than you'd think but once the food came, it was delicious!! Unfortunately, my hot toddy was not. But it did come on a nostalgic old school thermos!! But I was highly disappointed in the drink. I'll go back and try another one. Another cool part of the atmosphere and ambiance was whenever people would go to the front bar for a shot, it would start snowing!! The snow didn't hit our table but it was cool to see. All in all, a great experience. Hopefully the other drinks are better. But great idea for a pop up bar!! read more

I'm a fanatic for Christmas, and this is truly one of the cutest Christmas-themed bars or restaurants I've ever been to. Ambiance is amazing. The little details of the seats being made from skis and making it snow st night?! A must for the holiday season!!!! Great drinks and great vibes!! read more

Horribly organized and wasn't ready for the amount of people tik tok brought to this place.... theme was cool but they forgot to make our drinks and then the main drink I wanted was "out" and the $20 drink that was very smokes-ish.... ran out of the marshmallow topper! $20 bucks and you don't get a part of the drink..... smh... ordered 2 other drinks and didn't seem they even pour a legit amount to equal one drink let alone one that was $21. Such a let down for a cool vibes bar read more

Unbelievable manhattan's and the food was absolutely delicious. Server was great. Beautiful location.

We had so much fun here! Cocktails were great, and we loved the "snowfall". Cute little pop-up that felt like a real ski lodge.

Very cute! Ski lodge decor is nice and perfect for instagram pictures. Food and drinks are expensive but yummy