The Abbey has been a popular place for my family and I to attend for decades. We stopped in today,…read morea Sunday, for lunch. We easily found a place to sit on the shaded outdoor dining area, all the time people were going inside the adjacent dining and dancing area for one of the Abbey's famous drag shows. I ordered the guacamole bacon cheeseburger with fries and my guest had the Philly Cheesesteak. My burger was cooked perfectly and looked great. The fries were fair, nothing to write home about. My guest loved his Philly Cheesesteak and it brought memories of the last time he ordered one more than a decade earlier. It's only fair that I mention the conduct of one of thr employees who appears to be a host. There was an ethnic couple (probably middle eastern) siting at the table next to us, dining and enjoying their meal, when this employee approached them and singled them out because of their ethnicity. He fawned all over them, loudly, apparently trying to be welcoming, all the while addressing them as "you people" and "we are open to people like you dropping in for a gold time." While he clearly wanted to be nice, he came off as condescending and racists and was very annoying to my guest and me and people at another table who muttered "what an idiot." On the positive sign the middle eastern couple didn't appear to be annoyed but, still, that's not the way first time guests should be addressed. We dropped in on the drag show after lunch but all seats were taken so we decided not to stand in the corner and watch. Getting smart, especially a good seat means arriving about an hour before the show. Today's show began at 1:30 pm. There are nearby parking lots, pricy and neighborhood parking if one can tolerate a moderate walk. The Abbey is an ice place to go, especially on Friday and Saturday nights. Dining is pretty good and their menu is not big. But they still have a nice variety of dishes.

"The Abby": I haven't been in years, but I stopped by on a Friday night in early Jan while visiting…read moreLA for a work trip. Traveled about an hour from where I was staying in Huntington Beach... I believe there was a drag show that night, not 100% sure; either way, you know the vibes. It's still WeHo's beloved gayest gay bar today. $40.00 was spent on 2 drinks, which is reasonable if you need a drink to get the edge off. Both service and pricing are standard for Weho nightlife. There's a DJ, men dancing on stage, the whole nine. There is also outdoor seating, and parking is always a nightmare. This isn't a place you stumble upon; planning a visit is a must. ;)

It's Schmitty's! The…read moreonce former original location of Gym Bar. Modern, trendy, loungey, rustic and subtle chic. A mix of all things local, neighborhood, WeHo and Los Angeles. Schmitty's has some of the best drinks in West Hollywood and possibly all of Santa Monica Blvd. They're always busy both inside and outside on their patio. Friendly bartenders. Crazy cool signature cocktails, starting around $15 and up which is pretty reasonable in present time. Free Hot Dogs for the 4th (of July) - not sure if these including veggie dogs, but it's the thought that counts. Happy Hour, Monday through Saturday - 4 to 8PM on the main weekdays (M-TH) and from 3 to 7PM (Fri, Sat). Great music! Great for watching sports! Open at 3PM Monday through Friday and as early as 1PM on Saturday and Sunday. Like most spots in the Rainbow District, aka that 1-mile super stretch of Santa Monica Blvd and 50+ LGBTQ+-owned businesses, bars and restaurants - you can enjoy Schmitty's until 2:00AM daily. Last call at 1:30AM. Gender-neutral restrooms. Parking garages close by (including off of Hancock Ave - the corner of Schmitty's) as well as street parking, but rideshare is much smoother.

Walked here after brunch at the butchers. One of the friends randomly chose this spot. Great…read moreselection of liquors but drinks were just average. Great service though.

Jim is the nicest bartender- great guy awesome attitude. The music is fantastic…read more Beer was only 5$ , the best price in West Hollywood;) Really good vibes and fun to hang out

Good drinks. Cool little bar. Gay stickers on the walls and signed names. Bartender was nice. Wheel…read morespin for surprise drinks/shots

I had never seen a drag performance before, but I always wanted to! I figured, what better way to…read morecelebrate my 30th? I am not from the area, so I wasn't sure where to go. I am so glad I found this gem! The interior atmosphere is really maximalist and fun. I love all the pink and the disco balls. RuPaul's Drag Race: Down Under was playing before the show. So we were quite entertained while we waited. The food was messy, but good. I really appreciate the vegan options as someone with allergies. Their drink selection is fun and has a lot of options. I got a pop rocks margarita, and then I ended up getting the dirty peach in a heel! (Which is now proudly displayed in my home) The dolls were AMAZING and so talented! Misty Violet was our hostess. I loved their stage presence and sense of humor. Bobby Dismorphia was so sweet and an amazing dancer. The other dolls were also such great performers and dancers. It was one of the best birthdays ever! Thank you!

We took my daughter's BFF to celebrate her for Pride Month, and Hamburger Mary's was so much fun!…read moreThe atmosphere was amazing, the food was good, and the service was excellent!!! The queens completely exceeded our expectations! They were all incredibly talented!!! Can't wait to come back and see my guuuurrrlls! We had an ABSOLUTE BLAST and will definitely be back!

The unpretentious heartbeat of WeHo's bar crawl…read more In a neighborhood defined by dazzling, high-production venues, Trunks stands as a comforting and essential reminder that sometimes, the best experiences are the least complicated. This is not the place for bottle service or a velvet rope; it's where you go when you need a genuine drink and some no-frills, good-time energy. The charm here is in the dive-bar aesthetic, where the pool tables and sports on TV create a relaxed, neighborhood feel that is rare on Santa Monica Boulevard. While other places can be a scene, Trunks offers a reliably easy-going vibe, especially during a well-priced happy hour. For a West Hollywood bar crawl, Trunks is the essential starting line or the perfect low-key finishing post. The drinks are stiff, the prices are manageable, and the crowd is a welcome, mixed bag of locals and visitors. It's a testament to the fact that longevity in this scene comes from giving people exactly what they want: strong drinks, a solid vibe, and zero attitude.

Underrated establishment. DJ's are really good...they played a Janet Jackson song one time!read more

One of my favorite bars in West Hollywood hands down…read more Still a good vibe with that slice of dive bar energy. The service is sensational and the drinks are gay bar standard with that little extra you just can't get at many other spots. Good patio space, upper deck area and room, though during pride, weekends, holidays and special occasions it is filled to the brim, like those great drink pours. The tunes are iconic. DJ Tony G drop keep dropping those beats!!! And they show music videos on their screens. Mother Lode is the oldest operating gay bar in West Hollywood, serving up the LGBTQ+ community and all since 1979. And after nearly 50 years of success they continue to thrive 7 days a week from 3PM until 2AM It's all about the good vibes and good times... Some themed nights like their Bubble Pop, Caballero (no recordings or videos, just you) and Flashback Mondays. I don't believe they still have karaoke nights here, I could be wrong. Very limited seating with a chair here or there and some benches against the upper deck. Restrooms are gendered but move pretty quickly and are typically still clean. While WeHo is all forms of pup friendly. Our four legged friends aren't allowed for many reasons. There's absolutely zero room on busy nights and we wouldn't want them to hurt themselves or get hurt navigating through the day/afternoon or night here. Local street, garage and some lot parking available in the area, mostly metered, time restricted or paid, especially at night. It's a well sized dive bar meets West Hollywood, and probably one of the most welcoming in the area.

When I come to West Hollywood nightlife with friends, our first stop is always Mother Lodge to to…read morepre-game, drink prices are pretty fair for Weho and never had a service issue with the bartenders. This place does get pretty crazy later on around (10:30-12am) but I recommend going early around (8:30pm-9:30) if you want less of a crowd and just wanna hang for an hour or two before the night gets crazy.

The Eagle is a classic dive bar through & through. It's dark inside with movies on TV that are…read moreNSFW. It's also a LBGTQ+ friendly leather bar and happens to be one of the favorite spots of beloved Yelp SFV AMB Quintin. I stopped here on a whim with some friends on our way home from a night out. We didn't want the fun to end, so one last night cap was in order. Parking is a bit difficult, but we managed to snag a spot. There is a big bar in the center if the room and a smaller bar out on the patio. There are also two pool tables and a stage for various events. My friends ordered beer and I kept it simple with a vodka soda. They don't serve food but the bartender said outside eats are welcomed. The DJ was bouncing and the staff & patrons were friendly and welcoming. I like the vibe here and would come back. They host nightly events such as: RuPaul's Drag Race Viewing Party on Fridays. $5 Domestic drafts on Sundays, drink specials and free pool on Mondays, $6 Wells on Wednesday and various contests monthly. Check the website for details. *Cash only. ATM on premises.

After dinner early nightcap lead us here. And by the way Silverlake was happening last night. All…read moregood, that's what a nice warm night does. It brings everyone out. Parking situation is a bit of a hassle. Not their fault as it's in a residential area so parking can be a challenge. It was just after 7 when we arrived and the crowd was completely different from the last visit. More mellow as it was still early. Makes it easier to get a drink at the bar. Pool table was already utilized which seemed to always be the case. There were a couple of people inside along the bar area but majority was on the outdoor patio. It was somewhat busy but nothing compared to how this place can be. Especially when there's an event. Drinks are always a good price. We got a pitcher of beer which had a cooling pack inside. The question of the night was, will this thing take up the amount of glasses we could get out of the pitcher...lol... I've been a good amount of time but honestly don't know if they have a dance floor or not. We always spend time on the patio. There's 2 restroom, one with the toilet which the line can get crazy. The other is a communal one where it tends to be more easily accessible. It's cash only for drinks. Service has always been good and the crowds always fun.

Homemade whipped cream, guacamole, fresh chips. The food was amazing. As a vegan, the veggie…read moreburrito (made vegan) was delicious and very flavorful, and I was able to enjoy the chips and guacamole. The service was also very nice, as my family came pretty much just as they opened up on Sunday.

Chilaquiles were bombbbbb and server was so nice! Glad we stopped by will def be backread more