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    The Semi-Tropic

    4.5 (599 reviews)
    Special Hours 2:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Vic R.

    This place is amazing! Came in with a group and Naaja the bartender was so attentive and knowledgeable! I'll definitely be coming back.

    Tahini salad
    Lucy T.

    The salad I got was delicious! The tahini dressing was light and had the perfect flavor! I ordered chicken kebab, which was just as good! The salad was amazing except they put a little too much corn. The waitress was very sweet! The ambience is really cute and a great place for a date!

    Anthony L.

    Semi tropic has been one my favorite neighborhood bars as of lately, because it's always such a great time. Their bartenders are pleasant, friendly and overall easy to talk each visit. Inside is a beautiful brick wall with the right amount of lighting and it's typically never too crowded. They have music the times I've gone on the weekends. I've never ate there so I can't speak for the food. However, their cocktails are fantastic. The 24 carrot with mezcal is my personal favorite. Make sure to ask the bartender for a "surprise me" shot before heading out. The Semi-Tropic is a must try if you're in Echo Park.

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    Wilfred T.

    It seems like a nice little place to hang out and relax after a long day of work. A good place to take a date to unwind and just relax and talk. There are also some board games if you wanted to get together with some friends to just hang out and play some games. I wanted to get some food, but I came a little bit too late and the kitchen was closed, so I can't say anything about the food. The old fashioned was good. The staff was friendly and accommodating.

    Market salad with Steak kebab
    Sam E.

    Okay I am completely in love with this place. They call themselves a cocktail bar but in my opinion it is so much more! They do have a full bar but they also have great food and even better ambience, perfect for a date night, dinner with a friend, or even a birthday celebration. I've been there for all of those things, and each time it's been wonderful. Their kebabs are delicious. Love their salads as well. It's mostly middle eastern cuisine so you know it's reasonably healthy, but you will also be impressed with how delicious it is. Definitely would recommend getting their hummus and pita to complement your main dishes or just as a great side to share with the table. Their fries are also really tasty and perfectly seasoned. They do have a whole happy hour menu, including both drinks and food, which is from 2-6 pm daily (even on weekends)! So it's a great place to go for that late lunch or early dinner and get a great deal on some food and drinks. I've always had great service coming here. All of the staff are attentive, knowledgeable, and super friendly. I absolutely love coming here.

    The Jennifer Grey
    Timothy C.

    Yo, LA night owls, if you're dodging the Hollywood hustle and craving a spot that's equal parts chill séance and straight-up bar sorcery, slide into Semi-Tropic on Glendale Blvd. This Echo Park gem is the kind of place where the walls whisper occult secrets (shoutout to those early-1900s spiritualists who basically invented "happy hour with a side of mysticism"), but the real magic? It's in the air - twinkling rope lights draped like lazy palm fronds, exposed brick that's seen more indie band breakups than a therapist's couch, and that tropical wallpaper that makes you feel like you're crashing a luau in the middle of a LA heatwave. But let's talk the scene, because honey, this ain't your basic dive. It's upscale without the snobbery - think packed with artsy locals nursing craft beers, couples on low-key dates stealing glances over shared charcuterie, and the occasional vinyl DJ spinning tracks that hit just right (pro tip: arrive early for the quieter hours before it turns into a full-on Echo Park block party). The staff? Legends. Our bartender, with that effortless cool and a grin that says "I've got stories," slung recommendations like a pro matchmaker, turning strangers into instant squad goals. Everyone's friendly, zero pretension, and somehow they remember your go-to order by round three. It's the bar equivalent of bumping into your vibe tribe at a pop-up flea market - effortless, electric, and endlessly entertaining. Now, the cocktails? *Chef's kiss* - refreshing AF and inventive enough to make you question why you're still ordering the same old gin & tonic everywhere else. Their menu is a love letter to summer souls: the Semi-Tropic Spritz hits like a citrus cloudburst (grapefruit, elderflower, and a bubbly fizz that dances on your tongue), while the house marg is a zesty revelation with just the right agave whisper to keep it breezy, not boozy-overkill. And don't sleep on the Jennifer Grey. Pro move: Pair 'em with the killer hummus plate for that savory chaser that keeps the night rolling. Oh, and happy hour? From 2-6pm daily, it's straight robbery in the best way - $10 specials on those stellar sips, turning a midweek slump into a mini-vacay. We rolled in on a Thursday, snagged patio seats, and basically time-traveled to bliss for under 30 bucks a head. Dodger game pre-game? Date night glow-up? Or just "I deserve this" solo unwind? Semi-Tropic delivers every time.

    Hummus Plate
    Sandy J.

    We found this gem near Echoplex. We loved the food, we both got the shrimp sandwich which was so good!! It was loaded with meaty shrimp, sauce, cucumber and herbs. It was light, refreshing and filling. YOU MUST GET THE FRIES! the seasoning and the paired sauce, yuuuummmmy. The hummus was really good too, there was a tiny kick from maybe the oil they had on it that made it even better for me. I wish I got that first versus the fries. The fries are a little on the saltier (in a good way) side and it overpowered the hummus a bit. The ambiance was a better than a bar. I loved that there was one side that had coves of couches where a bigger group could hang out, someone was celebrating their 30th and it seemed perfect. We both were on a no-alcohol day and they had great mocktails and beers to choose from! The service was nice. It's self seating. I think the only part we felt was confusing is if we were suppose to order at the bar or if we had a server. The sign in the front where we walked in said bar, but they actually had servers. Also the server didn't see us walk in at first so she didn't come by. Once she saw us, she and the rest of the servers were great! Overall we loved it and will be back!

    TST Espresso Martini
    Emma F.

    Loved it here! The ambiance, music, food, drinks and service were all top tier, seriously. We got the best spot in one of the lounge couches and got the best server, Mckenna. She was so fun and welcoming, I felt like she was a part of our friend group! We ordered a lot of food and drinks but my faves were the steak, the roasted carrots and of course, the espresso martini. Great spot for catching up with friends or a romantic evening with a partner! 10/10

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    Emily G.

    Yummy breakfast. Cool ambiance. Enjoyed a solo brunch but would like to come back with friends and try out some of the cocktails.

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    Ruth ..

    First time patron and I must admit, I'll definitely be back! The drinks were great, but most of all, the service was excellent! TORI, the waitress was so friendly and reliable. She checked on us repeatedly throughout our visit and made an effort to make friendly small talk with us, including reccomendations on drinks. This was supposed to be our first stop of the night, but we've definitely extended our stay due to the great vibe!

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    Bruna D.

    This restaurant has such a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. The space is comfortable, clean, and very inviting -- the kind of place where you can relax, enjoy your time, and feel at ease from the moment you arrive. The service is good and consistent. The staff is polite, attentive, and always willing to help, which makes the experience even better. You feel respected and well taken care of throughout the entire visit. The food is excellent. Everything is well-seasoned, flavorful, and very enjoyable. You can tell the dishes are prepared with care, and the flavors are balanced and satisfying. It's the kind of food that makes you want to enjoy every bite. This is a great place for anyone who wants to relax and eat well. A solid choice with great food, good service, and a very pleasant atmosphere. We'll definitely be back.

    Amani Jay
    Justin J.

    Local bar lounge in Echo Park that has a nice vibe and friendly staff.. Decided to pass by and check it out as I drive by it a couple times a week. When you walk in, it is self seating, and there is ample seats for everyone. And, if your lucky, you can grab a couch and really relax. We started with cocktails, as any adult would, trying the Amani Jay. It has a ton of flavor, feeling like an upgraded, more nuanced Pina Colada. Very tasty. For food, we started with the hummus plate which the hummus was actually very nice, didn't really have the grittiness you get with a lot of gummies. As for entrees, the shrimp roll had nice chunks of shrimp in it, but the dressing it is covered in is a little on the thinner side, and I felt the flavors were fairly one note with the dressing covering everything. It could have been so just better. The Italian sausage looked great presentation wise, good color and eye appeal, and the flavor was pretty good as well. The bun is on the other side, and I felt the bun to sausage ratio leaves heavily toward the bun, but it was a nice bite. Overall, good people, flavorful drinks, nice ambiance, comfortable with some decent food, if you're looking for a bar/lounge with food, definitely give Semi Tropic a visit

    Naoshima Dream, an Old Fashioned, and Maizy Star
    Brian V.

    4++ fun bar/cocktail lounge and the Silverlake/Echo Park area. I didn't eat here, although the food looks good from some of the other pics posted here. My friends and I came here for some cocktails after having dinner down the street at another restaurant. We were able to get a seat right at the bar. We were served pretty much immediately, but I wanted to look over the cocktails before I made up my mind. I ended up getting a Naoshima Dream which was really refreshing.... and fun to look at. This is the type of place that if I were younger and was living back in this area, it would be a great spot to go to frequently. There's a DJ or at least someone that plays music on Saturday nights (the one night I've been here) and they definitely were playing some crowd pleasers as evidenced by group of folks singing along and dancing. Great drinks and great energy. Now I'm really curious how the food is here.

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    Great spot had with a solid happy hour. Bartender was friendly and attentive and my steak was delicious!

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    Amazing food and drinks. Great service and vibe. Perfect for happy hour or late night.

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    Is this a good place for a 50th bday party for 20 ppl? What kind of music do they play?

    Are laptops still allowed?

    Laptops are allowed during Happy Hour: 2-6pm daily.

    Hi, I've been here and ate some yummy food. But do they cater to vegans as well? I am taking a couple of vegan friends for drinks and snacks during the week. Are you also open on Monday?

    Hi Sheila, yes, we have vegan food & drink options, and we are open every day, including Mondays. :) Hope to see you soon.

    Is their wifi password protected?

    Hi Helly, No password, but there is a log-in screen, after which you are granted 2 hours of access… 

    What speakers & amp are they, sound system is fantastic?

    Hi Tim, thank you! The amps are McIntosh MC30s, and the speakers are Alec Lansing A7s, in custom cabinets by OJAS. All 1960s vintage.

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    Thirsty Crow

    Thirsty Crow

    3.9
    (800 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Happy hour specials
    Live music

    4++ Cocktail bar that has been in this space for quite some time now (as of 3/2026). I still…read moreremember coming here 15 years ago. And over time, this place has always had a fun vibe and reasonably priced drinks. The folks here seem to always be friendly as well. Even after all these years, this place could still get pretty crowded (the space isn't huge so that helps). They also have the Dodgers games on when available so that's great if you want to grab a drink in the area and don't want to miss the game. On my most recent trip, I came here after having dinner with a couple of friends in the area for a after dinner drink/ night cap. Ordered the martini and it was good! Just a great place in the area to meet up with friends to grab a cocktail if you wanna low-key place that has reasonable prices for good cocktails.

    After work, we were pretty stressed and just wanted to grab a drink. The front door host, Nate, was…read moreincredibly nice and honestly made our day. He was friendly, welcoming, and gave us a great first impression. However, our experience afterward was disappointing. We waited nearly 20 minutes to be seated and another 20-30 minutes before anyone took our order. I understand that restaurants get busy, and we were trying to be patient because we could see the staff was overwhelmed. When we finally got our beer, I told our server, Noah, that I could pour it myself if that would help. Instead of explaining the situation politely, he responded with attitude and said, "You know I can't serve you guys, right?" I apologized, but then he told us, "Nah, you guys have to leave." This was frustrating after waiting so long just to place an order. We were never rude or disrespectful to the staff, so the interaction felt unprofessional and unnecessary. I completely understand being busy, but customer service should still be respectful. Unfortunately, this experience left a negative impression despite the great welcome we received from Nate.

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    Thunderbolt

    4.4
    (267 reviews)
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    Matt B. and I are living with my parents these days, and one of the benefits of this arrangement is…read morethat we can leave the house quite easily after the kids go to bed. We decided to get a drink to celebrate Father's Day, only to strike out at the first two bars we tried--I guess a lot of places are closed at 9:30 on a Sunday. This is how we ended up at Thunderbolt, a buzzy bar in Echo Park, just far enough away that we'd never made our way over. I loved it immediately. Thunderbolt has the friendly, comfortable atmosphere of a neighborhood bar and the hip aesthetic and high-level cocktails of a millennial boozer destination. (Not that young people can't or shouldn't hang out here, but it seems especially geared toward people like us, who drank at Walker Inn a decade ago.) We ended up sitting next to a guy who regularly drives up from Palos Verdes. I guess the place gets pretty busy, but it was ideal on a Sunday night. Happening but not crowded, with just enough space at the bar for us to grab two seats together. The bartender was great, super helpful and welcoming. He also made excellent drinks. Thunderbolt is one of those bars with an encyclopedic illustrated book for a menu. Not a long menu, just a detailed one, with a lot of information available about each drink. We got a Liquid Picnic and a Barcelonnette--just one round to close out the weekend. Both were delicious. The Liquid Picnic was a smooth, savory gin martini made with London dry gin, tomato, citron, vermouth, rosemary, and black pepper. I learned from the book that it used clarified tomato water. (There was also further reading about the clarification process.) The Barcelonnette was a mezcal sour with Suze, passionfruit, and lime, the foam made without egg white through some geeky mixologist process. Thunderbolt is not our neighborhood bar, but we plan to go back when we can to check out the rest of the menu. It's a wonderful place, well worth a jaunt on the freeway.

    Was charged three times, totaling hundreds of dollars, and waiting for the pending transactions to…read moredrop (or stay :/) in 3-5 business days is no fun. We can't all be made of money, but this shouldn't have happened.

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