When I said "Bar" and "Santa Ana" in the Yelp search - of course it said "Club 616" in the first…read morespot - OF COURSE IT SAID 616!!! I was lucky enough to stumble across this gem of the center of OC when they first opened - and I am proud to be a regular here. I don't know how to go somewhere else - because I feel like the staff are giant gems in this jewel of a spot. Winters is a curator of boozy information that has helped me learn about "gin" and "root beer whiskey" so I can sound like an adult-ish purveyor, when really I know close to nothing except being a willing student to his creations. Dan the Man and Jacob always see me raise my hand in the corner of the bar, like the student I am, and have been willing to fill in the blanks for me when I know I am of thirst, but do not have the words for what to order. Every person working in the well has treated me with kindness - they have taken the time to get to know me, and I will be forever appreciative of how they have taken care of me over the years. But the real joy has been the transformation that this spot has for building a community of people in Santa Ana for real recognizing real. I have been bringing my Dad with me to play pool for the past few years. Sometimes people ask me if he plays professionally, I am terrible, and my skill incline is slow, he is patient and plays with the same level craftiness that the staff offer the cocktails. My Dad is always stoked when we have time to go have a few hours of games at 616 - especially now that there are regulars on 4th street that are excited to see that he is there playing - and they rush to write their names on the chalkboard to challenge him - or beat him in a game they really earned the W. On lazy Sundays, I watch couples sit with their drink, listening to Jazz, and watching my Dad whoop my ass while making amazing shots. I am forever grateful to Memo who sometimes takes a break from his shift behind the bar to give my dad an actual challenge - which allows me the chance to watch my Dad enjoy fellowship around the table. Knowing the table was a relic of the bars former self, and knowing the history that this spot has in Santa Ana is a reminder that so much around us can change - but it is those moments of the crack of the rack, the cheer of getting the combo shot, and the shake of hands when it's over that shows that it's not just about the pool table - but about the energy of a place that is welcoming and curated by people who care about what they do - and care about who comes through their doors. Thank you Jason and Mike B to bringing this to 4th St and supporting the community that was already here - and for building a community for the future. Thank you to Christina and Brandon for always having amazing pictures, decor, and fun events at 616 that help introduce new folks into this great spot. Time is short. Learn about Root Beer Whiskey. Write your name on the Chalk Board. No one lives forever.

I love the vibe here. It's about the energy and atmosphere for sure. Reminiscent of the bars /…read moreclubs in Baja California or Mexico in general, it's lively with a back patio area and even like a taquero there, at least on weekends. The drat beer selection is solid and the cocktails are well crafted. Highly recommend this spot. One of my favorite it's Downtown Stabba Ana

Always a Great spot. Food, Drinks and Service never…read moredisappoints. Ambiance is what you would expect and more from a Tiki Bar.

One of the best tiki bars around!! Great food, drinks, and service!! The theming is incredible,…read morereally feels elevated from most other tiki bars. They are very accommodating for large parties.

Great ambience and drinks were great Prices are typical like…read moreany other bar~ Clean place too~ Came on a regular Monday night, had indie Spanish music going. Great spot to go if your looking for quiet night -hang out Also~ Shout out to Juan who gave great service and was very patient towards us

We love Kitsch Bar and have always had a good time here, which is why this was so disappointing…read more The bartender, Sofia, completely ruined the vibe for us. She was rude and came off really disrespectful, and at one point said things that felt degrading. It made my boyfriend so uncomfortable that he actually left and went outside just to get away from it. Instead of calming things down, she got more aggressive and tried to intimidate me and my friend into leaving. She straight up told us to go and wouldn't even let me finish my martini. I had a long week and just wanted to relax, and that moment felt so unnecessary and frustrating. We still love Kitsch Bar, but that experience with Sofia was not okay and definitely left a bad impression. Hopefully it's not something others have to deal with.

Erick, David, Alexis EVERY TIME I have came here I have been treated like ROYALTY this is MY…read moreCHEERS I LOVE every single moment of being here it's like FAMILY I am from WV and living in CA for 11 years I have NOT found a single place that takes care of me like this BAR/ Restaurant KUDOS to everyone love you ALL!!!! PAM

Good food and good surroundings, very enjoyable experience…read more Will definitely go again. I am a potato fan and these were great, the entire chicken dinner was very very good.

I've been to Mesa twice now in the past few weeks and I love it! I've arrived later in the evening…read moreand it's a fun time. I did not order any food, however, I did order drinks and I thoroughly enjoyed the lychee martini. I didn't talk to the bartenders much, but security and everyone working was nice. They did check IDs and check our bags when we went inside. It was more like a club by the time we entered, but I've heard that earlier on it's a different ambiance. I personally love the club vibes and it's a fun place to go dancing with the girls. I think I prefer it over the club because it's not as crazy. I would definitely go again.

A dependable cross between a lounge/nightclub, bar and restaurant that's classy without charging a…read morecover. Quality cocktails and food such as Neapolitan-style pizza, albeit a limited beer selection. On weekends and on Thursday nights it turns into a club after 10pm or so, which is fun until or unless it gets so crowded there isn't much room to maneuver around, as a consequence of most of the space being dedicated to VIP seating and there not being much of a dance floor. The music typically tends towards hip hop with some reggaeton sprinkled in. The bathrooms are the real star of the show; call it VIPee. There's about 10 individual unisex bathrooms with their own doors, rather than a girl's and guy's group setup. It's managed by a vigilant attendant guiding you to the next available vacancy. And no, they don't let you bring anyone in with you--or so I've heard.

This place never ceases to impress! My husband and I came specifically for the summer soirée menu…read morethey have running right now. Everything tasted amazing! The scallops are my favorite thing to order whenever we visit becuase the ingredients are always different. It's currently made with passion fruit rice, Tahiti sauce & scallions and it is to die for! Service is always phenomenal! The bartenders love to talk about their drinks and how they come up with different combinations! They're so knowledgeable and super talented, the bar is always a party! Shoutout to Adrian & Ruben who were our bartenders for the night. Thank you for making it another great dinner. Their summer soirée menu runs through August 24th! Check it out if you can!

Reservations were super easy to make and they do require a credit card to hold the reservation and…read morethere's a $25 cancellation fee if you don't show up. So make sure you cancel if you can't make it!! Finding the place was pretty easy once you knew where to look, but it definitely has that hidden speakeasy feel, so it can be a little tricky the first time. My friends and I tried entering through the exit!!! The space itself is pretty small but gives the true speakeasy vibes. The bartenders and servers were all super friendly, made great conversation, and were really knowledgeable about the drinks. I ordered the Vodka Sour, my friend ordered a different cocktail, and we both liked our drinks. Overall, it was a really fun experience and I plan to be back!

My wife and I have been coming to Red Room since it first opened. Last night, we came for dinner…read morewith our son and were treated with the same incredibly welcoming, fun, luxurious, and delicious atmosphere that brings us back again and again and again. The owner, Domenico, not only gives a masterclass in hospitality every night, but he truly is a warm and generous man who will ensure that your evening is special. He treats everyone as family. He provides live entertainment every night (rare anywhere these days), and when he gets up on stage, he sings from his heart wiith a talented charm and love for music. The chef, Carmelo, is a young master. His food is excellent and if there is a special...try it! He puts his heart and soul into his dishes. The staff follows in Domenico's footsteps and, even when the night gets busy, they treat us like family and ensure our night is the best. The entertainment last night was the duo of Marcelo on guitar, and Walter on saxaphone. Both are talented, seasoned professionals and gentlemen whom we have come to know and appreciate. From rock, to jazz, merenge to George Benson, they kept the vibe going all night. Obviously, I can't recommend spending your evening at Red Room enough! It's a rare gem.

All the positive reviews about Domenico is what brought us to celebrate our 25th wedding…read moreanniversary at the Red Room this past weekend, and it did not disappoint. From the moment we were greeted warmly by the maître d' to the bartenders and servers welcoming us with their radiant smiles and gestures, to Domenico personally tending to our needs throughout the evening, we could not have asked for a better way to celebrate. Domenico was particularly welcoming, genuinely engaged in conversation with us and not just superficial small talk...but fully engaged in a heartfelt conversation about family, life, and food. We did not feel like we were at a restaurant, but at Domenico's house where we were welcomed as his guests to partake in an intimate gather. He checked on us throughout the meal and made sure we were taken care. And yes, the food was OUTSTANDING! It's an extensive menu and so much to choose from. We got the short ribs, pollo al funghi, and octopus/potato salad. All were amazing, with Domenico providing background on how each dish was derived and prepared. Don't hesitate to visit. It's a positively unique experience you shouldn't miss out on. Domenico and his family will take care of you!

Hubby and I were greeted by the bartender as soon as we walked in. We saw this bar near our…read moreapartment and wanted to check it out. Unfortunately, they had no beers or seltzers on tap - so we ordered a Modelo and 805. The bartender was funny though - and had a great personality; turned our night right back around. I was feeling for a Tokyo Tea so we ordered just that, and might I say - even though they have nothing on tap, they pour HEAVY. After we closed out, he even went as far as asking if we were there before dinner or just chillin and we said before dinner. The bartender went on to recommend all kinds of different restaurants around the area. He made us feel welcomed and it was definitely a good time. Thanks for the hospitality!

Went into the Fling for the first time and had a great time. Everyone there was fun to be around…read more The band Ragdoll was great. Hey even steve miller showed up and did a few songs. The inside is small be fun to be there. Great drinks and good staff.