This local watering hole is an icon in the community. As soon as you walk in you feel nostalgic…read morewith the dark lighting, wooden bar and rustic decor. Met my beautiful sister Nikki here for a mid week happy hour cocktail per her suggestion. It was perfect! we sat at the bar for a quick meetup and then headed home before the sky turned dark... *Full service Bar *Neighborhood watering hole *Friendly service *Margarita was perfect ~Free street parking ~ and that's all I have to say about that ~

You know the show Cheers--where you walk in and everyone knows your name? That's the vibe I got…read morefrom this place. Not for myself... lmao, since I was new here, but you can tell that everyone knows each other, and it's just a really friendly environment to be in. I felt totally safe, even though I was one of like three girls there, and honestly, everyone was super nice, super friendly, and sarcastic--just the way I like it. It was easy to feel comfortable and even easier to want to come back. They have a really solid beer selection, but the real winner is their cider--it's 8% alcohol, which is insane for a cider, but hey, I'm not complaining. They had the hockey game on, which I definitely appreciated, and they also have a pool table where you can write your name down to play. Not sure if there's a charge for that, but either way, it's a nice touch. They're open pretty late, and while the location doesn't have a bunch of other bars or spots around, the upside is tons of parking--which I totally love. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'd definitely recommend checking it out and maybe even making some new friends while you're there. (If you go in, tell the bartenders, I said hi)

Definitively hidden in plain sight, but if you spot it or hear about it (say... from Yelp), you…read moreshould stop and have some libations. I wouldn't use the term dive bar here because it's more classy and well put together to be the traditional visage of 'dive bar'; despite being hidden in plain site. Also, the menu is vastly different than any dive bar. The place has a great vibe, vintage-modern classic theme, great lighting scheme, nice patio space, and just has a great hangout vibe. The service I've received has been impeccable. ** CASH ONLY is really my only knock on it. I've never carried much cash since the advent of plastic pay and the world is increasingly cashless. So, your experience will be limited by the cash available in your pocket.

Service was rude, I asked for an old fashioned given the vibe that it's portraying . Mashed orange…read moresoda water and crushed ice even after I asked if they have big cubes they said they do and when I told them I didn't like the drink I paid for the short bald dude that made the drink said I'll charge you for another drink if you wanna change it. Wouldn't come back Jazz band playing was cool though but even the other bartender said we can add ginger beer . I paid for a drink I should get the service for the drink I paid for not attitude when they literally make it the wrong way.

We had a lovely evening at The Green Room. Sofia was awesome in terms of accommodating us every…read morestep of the way. She always came around to see how we were doing and had no issues with guiding first-timers right to our seats. The thematic concepts of each dish and drink were so clever and exquisite. Filet Mignon Sammie and Uncrustables in a lunchbox had so much character. In perfect Castaway fashion, we got a lovely "dinner and a show" when ordering drinks such as Tiffany Prefers Cocktails. And...the view of the cityscape was definitely everything to write home about. This is what we came for. The Green Room highlights the character of LA in so many ways. Loved it!

The Green Room... I am not sure why service gets such a bad rating- never had any issues with that…read more I like their signature cocktails and food options... l am giving them 4 stars only because of the most recent experience that I had... I checked the hours, and it said this place closes at 11. My friend and I came at 9... and guess what... the place was closed. Why? I don't know. We were just told that they'd decided to close early that day. Mind you, Castaway was still open that night. Why would a bar close before its posted hours? ‍

I booked Veranda Restaurant to celebrate a birthday and paid $120 per person, but the experience…read morewas extremely disappointing. The cake was first brought out with a candle, then taken to the back, sliced, and returned piled on top of each other, placed on the table with tongs for us to serve ourselves. For a paid birthday event, this felt careless and unprofessional. There was a clear lack of food and service. The salads and meat were cleared by 10:30 PM, leaving our table bare, and the beef BBQ was so dry I could barely bite into it. We were told to expect a DJ and live music, but there was no DJ. The live music did not even start until 8:30 PM. Between the few live songs, elevator-style background music was played, which you couldn't dance to. Most of the time you were just sitting and waiting for the next song. In total, there were only a handful of songs the entire night, from about 8:30 PM until 11:30 PM. Then all music was completely shut down by 12:00 AM while there were still guests in attendance. This felt extremely unprofessional and cut our celebration short. The alcohol service was handled very poorly as well. I personally supplied the alcohol to the restaurant, yet only two bottles were placed on our table initially. The rest was kept to the side, and throughout the night the men at our table were asking for alcohol and felt they were expected to tip servers just to have their shots refilled. (Over $250 in tips server collected from my guests) This was uncomfortable and completely inappropriate. For the price I paid, the lack of food, lack of service, and especially the poor handling of music and alcohol made this a very poor experience. I even asked the venue employee would music be back on and they said oh yes long as there are guests music doesn't stop! But it clearly did. I would not recommend this venue for an important celebration. Party ended at 12am on a Friday night.

Stopped by for some hookah after having a drink nearby. It was fairly late on a Monday so the place…read morewas pretty dead. Hostess and servers were very nice and attentive. We didn't have any food so I cannot attest to that but the menu looked pretty good. There's live music Tuesdays and Thursdays. Cute date spot or a good to meet with friends and family.

We had a great time there. Bella provided us with amazing service. I ordered the short ribs, and my…read moredate had the Salmon, and both dishes were delicious. The deserts were amazing as well.

Had a great experience at L'Avenue! The atmosphere was beautiful, the food was delicious, and the…read moreservice was excellent. A special shoutout to our waiter Johnny, who was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had a great experience from start to finish. He really made the night even more enjoyable. I highly recommend L'Avenue and will definitely be coming back!

best place ever! lady in the front was so nice, i'd definitely come again! great place & viberead more

Amazing view,my favorite place in LA,I'm here every week for 3 years!Nice food and…read morecocktails,manager Iryna so good person.

The food is delicious and the service is top notch. First of all, my phone call began with a bright…read moreand bubbly hostess named Ani. It was my first time ordering so I had lots of questions abouFoodServiceAmbianceSavedt the menu items. Ani was professional, yet friendly and approachable. She was quite knowledgeable about the menu items and great at helping me choose something suitable for my palate. Ani has a sweet personality and was very patient with me. I had the pleasure of speaking with the manager, Polo, who is amazing. He is kind and genuinely concerned that his customers are happy with the food and service. Polo made a great suggestion to try the knafeh dessert, which nearly melted in my mouth. It was yummy and will definitely be ordered by me, again. Polo goes above and beyond and brightened my day with a precious sketch and other treats. Just getting out of the hospital and reeling in pain, he brightened my evening by including sweet and thoughtful surprises with my order. It was the kindest thing I have experienced in a long time. The Brandy is a premiere restaurant offering great selections on the menu, as well as live music, and hookah. It's my new favorite and I plan to try as many menus items as possible. This establishment is definitely not 'pedestrian' and I would highly recommend it to any and everyone. I can hardly wait to come in for an enjoyable evening and delectable edibles. I have already suggested the restaurant to many people. It would make a great choice for a date night or for friends and/or family times. I would have no hesitation in going alone, as I know I would have a good time while consuming food that is upper tier. Thanks Polo and Ani! I will see you, soon!

The food here is really tasty, the chicken shawarma and the sliders were my favorite! I had the…read morebest old fashioned smoked- it was killer. Staff very attentive and parking on Brand or in lot behind!

From the owners to the staff, the service is exceptional. The food is unbelievably unique,…read moreflavorful, and absolutely delicious. The drinks are just as impressive, thoughtfully crafted and beautifully presented--from their signature in-house Love Potion to the wide variety of expertly curated cocktails and beverages. This restaurant is truly a hidden gem in Glendale and is a place everyone should experience at least once. The ambiance is warm, inviting, and elegant, making every visit feel special. To top it all off, they offer an incredible selection of desserts that are just as unforgettable as the rest of the menu. Every aspect of the experience is consistently outstanding and leaves you looking forward to your next visit. Their whiskey selections are amazing.

Came by for a pre-dinner drink prior to eating at Din Tai Fung. It was 5:30 on a Thursday, and we…read morewere the only people there. I thought that they possibly had a happy hour, but either they stopped it, or they didn't advertise it. I think a happy hour would help draw a bit of a crowd and get more people there. They have a good selection of spirits and a handful of beer on tap. Overall, it was a fine visit for a drink, but was not very memorable or anything that would justify 5 stars. I'll probably try out somewhere different next time before heading to dinner. They have outdoor and indoor seating, and the over ambiance is fine. Not too loud and not too quiet. Service was nothing more than asking what you want to drink and then bringing it to you. No recommendations