We came in on a Saturday night, pulled up a seat at the bar, and ordered one regular old fashioned…read moreand one pineapple old fashioned -- the latter was listed on the cocktail menu. The list of libations sounded intriguing and exotic, and the bartender wasn't busy. Despite this, we were given the WORST old fashioneds in the history of mixology!! He put in way too much ice, so inevitably both beverages were watered down. The pineapple old fashioned didn't have pineapple flavor whatsoever! Also, a professional bartender would use one large ice cube for old fashioneds anyway -- it's not only sleek and classy, but large cubes do not dilute the cocktail! And at $18/cocktail, this was extremely disappointing. On top of that, the bartender spoke to one customer at the bar the entire time he was making our drinks. Besides us placing an order, he made no eye contact with us, let alone engage. Do note: they automatically slap on an 18% gratuity on all checks regardless of the size of your party. It was just me and my boyfriend and we ordered 2 drinks and bam -- 18% gratuity. With such horrible drinks and ZERO customer service skills, we felt the gratuity was completely unjustified.

Great ambiance, live music was wonderful and the unique cocktails were fantastic! I definitely…read morerecommend Rudolph's!

Love this basement karaoke bar lounge. Best hidden gem in LA! It has a pool table and other games…read more It's nice and cozy with friendly staff! Everyone is so attentive!

It was fine didn't get to be there too long . Food was ok . It was pretty empty when we were there…read moreso may be next time not sure

I'd come back here again and again and again. Thoughtfully crafted drinks menu with good…read morehospitality and welcoming service. The only slight downside is parking is tough since it's downtown LA so only street meters but you already knew that. The Juliet is an amazing cocktail with a sweeter emphasis on the classic martini. Made well and balanced in its approach and flavors. I'll be back soon...almost wanted to gatekeep this spot but they deserve the hype and popularity that I'm sure they'll soon see.

Yay! Happy to be the first one to review this place. Tucked away in the back of Suehiro's new DTLA…read moreMain Street location (no longer in Little Tokyo), Bar Suehiro is an intimate, thoughtfully designed bar that delivers an exceptional drinking experience. Since opening last summer, this cozy spot has quickly made a name for itself with its carefully curated selection of Japanese whiskey and innovative cocktails. Head bartender Huy clearly puts a lot of care and thought into the menu, crafting drinks that are both unique and balanced. Expect bold yet harmonious flavors featuring Asian ingredients like yuzu, shiso, and pandan, which add depth and intrigue to each cocktail. The attention to detail extends beyond the drinks...small bar snacks, like crunchy Japanese crackers, are available to complement the experience. I highly recommend Bar Suehiro for a chill evening out with a small group of friends (ideally 2 to 4 people). Whether you're a whiskey aficionado or just love a well-made cocktail, it is well worth a visit.

The Study is a more elevated, reserved and upscale speakeasy hidden in the back of the Arts…read moreDistrict Brewery. Michael is the bartender and he's as cordial, attentive as friendly as he is professional. When I visited, the place had just finished hosting a large party that had finished their event and had just left, so the place was a bit quieter than usual. Their options are diverse, unique and there's almost no drink that Michael can't craft for you if you ask him to. Great place. 10/10.

Stopped by The Study on Traction Ave on a Saturday night on a whim! no invite, no recommendations,…read morejust seeing what the night had to offer and it ended up being a solid find. Layout & Atmosphere The setup gives you options, with an indoor lounge area in the front and an outdoor patio that can have its own DJ, creating two different vibes in one spot. The energy was lively throughout the night, but not overwhelming, making it easy to move around and enjoy both spaces. Crowd & Dress Code Saturday brought a well-dressed crowd, and there's definitely a light dress code in effect. It adds to the overall polished feel of the place without being too restrictive.

We popped in during a recent girls trip. We sunk into two red velvet chairs and waited for out…read moredrinks to appear. The server also brought us complimentary snacks. Really enjoyed the luxurious feel of the iconic 103 year old hotel!

We visited Gallery Bar twice during our stay at the Biltmore, and unfortunately neither experience…read moreleft us wanting to return. The first visit was for drinks. The atmosphere fits the historic hotel, and while the cocktails and beers were perfectly fine, nothing really stood out. I was the only one in our group who ordered a cocktail, while the others had beer, and the bill still felt surprisingly high. While restaurant and bar prices seem to be climbing everywhere these days, it certainly wasn't a great value. Later that evening, after returning from an art walk and realizing we hadn't had dinner, we stopped back in hoping for a quick pizza and a couple of beers. The place was packed. The waitress, who was friendly and clearly trying her best, suggested we check the back area to see if any tables were available. We couldn't find one, so we returned to the front and eventually a small table opened up. By that point, the atmosphere felt less like a hotel bar and more like a club that had sold too many tickets. We ordered two beers and a pepperoni pizza to share. The pizza was honestly one of the worst I've ever been served. The crust was bad. The cheese was bad. The pepperoni was bad. I know that sounds harsh, but it was genuinely difficult to eat. At one point I watched my daughter spit out the pepperoni and try to choke down the cheese and crust. Neither of us came close to finishing it. The waitress was busy but pleasant throughout, and I don't fault the service. In fact, she was smart enough not to ask how we liked the food. Adding to the frustration was the automatic 20% service charge. With food of that quality, seeing that charge on the bill felt like adding insult to injury. Between the mediocre drinks, the inedible pizza, and the extra fees, the value simply wasn't there. The historic setting and hardworking staff are the only reasons this review isn't even lower. If you're staying at the Biltmore, enjoy a drink if you'd like, then walk a block or two and find dinner somewhere else. You'll almost certainly be happier.

SERVICE- amazing everyone was so inviting and sweet and special shoutout to NANCY she is amazing!…read more Food- phenomenal and quick! Ambiance- 10/10!!!

Great ambiance and a spectacular view of the city skyline. Great spot to meet for a date or…read morecelebration for drinks.

Excellent food and experience! The staff was super nice and we felt like it was a true hidden gem…read more They knew it was my friend's birthday so made a special effort to wish her a happy birthday and include a candle on top of one of the pastries. The food is really good and the tea choices are excellent. The mocktail was a nice add to help refresh ourselves on a hot day. Overall a nice place to celebrate any special occasion or gather with friends. The parking lot next to the hotel is super easy to park at. All day parking around $10, self park.

The DTLA Proper Hotel is beautifully designed by Kelly Wearstler, a former athletic faciliity…read more Although I've done several staycations here, tea at Dahlia remained on my bucket list of experiences, since it's only offered on weekends. I finally was able to check it off, thanks to a hotel offer with a dining credit. Dahlia is the gorgeous petite space behind the larger ground floor restaurant space now called Cabrillo (formerly Caldo Verde). Dahlia opened as a bespoke cocktail lounge, then began to offer tea. Now it's just tea. There are five 2-tops and two 4-top tables. All food and beverage venues at the Proper used to be under the auspices of famed chef Suzanne Goin and her business partner/sommelier Caroline Styne. They are no longer affiliated with the Proper, but many of their dishes/contributions remain. The last named vestige of them is on the tea menu, "Suzanne's Deviled-Egg Sandwich". The tea menu has several options: Classic, with a seasonal mocktail, or with different champagnes. I opted for the Classic experience, because the mocktail had mocha, not my fave. Server Lluvia was clearly a Dahlia veteran; she offered a tea-smelling of all the teas that interested me as well as crowd favourites. I ultimately chose one of these faves, Mad Hatter's Tea Party, which had passionfruit and vanilla. I declined milk/cream, but did get lemon. There were rock sugar sticks on the table. It seems the selection of tea sandwiches and sweet treats changes every so often, although the vanilla bean scone, dried currant scone, Devonshire cream and apricot orange jam seem like constants. The sandwich selection at my visit were: cucumber, crab/creme fraiche, beet hummus on pita, smoked salmon and Suzanne's deviled egg. All were delish, the beet, crab and deviled egg especially. The sweet treats were: orange fig butter cookie, spiced apple brown butter crumble, cranberry frangipane hand pie, chocolate mocha macaron, pumpkin madeleine, plus the 2 scones. All were excellent. There were no leftovers. A bit pricey, but a relaxing and lovely experience. The room was not crowded when I visited, adding to the calmness of my visit.

Living in a city like Downtown LA comes with a lot of intensity and contradictions. The highs are…read morehigh and the lows are low. In the same city... no! In the same square mile there are things that bring you the ultimate levels of joy and gratification while also finding things that bring you sadness, or in some cases anger. Think about the traffic; oh that maddening traffic! However, life is better when spent focusing on the positive rather than the negative and one positive about Los Angeles is that there is no shortage of cool little nocks and crannies to fall into on any given night. One of these aforementioned nocks and/or crannies is Bar Jackalope, situated right in the heart of Downtown LA on 7th & Grand Ave. It offers one of my favorite features in life... a secret. It's tucked away behind an unassuming passage, posing as a hallway for the historic Seven Grand. When you walk in, you are greeted with Speakeasy decor and a wide variety of whiskey often difficult to find at other bars, even the ones with a large spirits selection. The cherry on top is that you can have a cigar with your whiskey, the way God intended, instead of just drinking like a savage. There are fewer joys in life than a good quality whiskey and a nice fat cigar that could give you a buzz even if you weren't drinking. But there is a caveat. Bar Jackalope is only open during prime time going-out days, think Thurs-Sun, so it is always busy and can be a hassle to deal with, even if you live in Downtown. In addition, although the place is filled with beautiful and fun people it is often too loud to have fun with someone you don't already know, unless body language is your modus operandi. What can I say, as I sit her indulging in the bliss of puffing some delicious smoke followed by drinking some delicious whiskey? In life sometimes you just have to take the good with the bad and remember that in the end we're all still pretty lucky. Stay focusing on the positive my friends....

Bar Jackalope is a "hidden" speakeasy located in Seven Grand...a bar within a bar. If you have…read moretrouble finding the entrance, just ask anyone that works at Seven Grand and they'll point you in the right direction. Bar Jackalope offers a wide selection of whiskies for every price range, including an excellent selection of rare and premium whiskies if that's your thing, Also, although the Japanese whiskies seems to be the highlight here, they also do have non-Japanese whiskies as well. If you're sure what to get, just ask your server for recommendations. They have seating both inside and outside. You can make a reservation for no wait. Service is friendly and it's a cool little spot to grab a drink before or after dinner.