My husband and I decided to give Happy Hours Bar & Grill a try and honestly, I wasn't expecting…read moremuch because I'm usually not huge on American-style food. Originally we just came in for drinks, but somehow ended up ordering baked potato soup too... and I'm so glad we did. I ordered both the watermelon cocktail and the tamarindo cocktail. The watermelon one unfortunately didn't really land for me since it tasted more sour than fruity, which was disappointing. But the tamarindo cocktail? Absolutely delicious. I'd order that one again without hesitation. My husband ordered the peach margarita and loved it as well. Now the baked potato soup was honestly the star of the visit. It came served with tortilla chips and was way better than I expected. I assumed the bacon would just be tiny sprinkled bits, but nope! They gave actual CHUNKS of bacon, which made the soup even better. It was my husband's first time trying baked potato soup and he was completely sold. As for the restaurant itself, it was okay. We came earlier in the day so it wasn't too crowded, which was nice. The atmosphere personally wasn't fully my style since the music was pretty loud and the lighting was a little darker than I prefer, but that's more of a personal preference than an actual complaint. Customer service, however, was excellent. Overall, we'd definitely come back, especially for the tamarindo cocktail and the baked potato soup alone. CHEER

Came from out of town. Ngl this is probably the worst bar I have ever been too. One of the white…read moreblonde bartenders was staring at me like she wanted to fight me bro. I didn't even do nothing. I'm the type of girl to smile when we make eye contact but she didn't even smile back, she just stared at me like "what tf you want?" Like girl you're working...where's your customer service at??? lmfao. The drinks were terrible too. I just wouldn't recommend this place at all.

This place is amazing! The food was absolutely delicious. It was so good that I completely forgot…read moreto take pictures because we started eating right away! We started with a French baguette served with honey butter and olive oil for dipping. Both paired perfectly with the bread and were incredibly flavorful. For our entrées, we ordered the lamb shank with mashed potatoes and the herb honey-crusted chicken on a brioche bun. Both dishes were outstanding and full of flavor. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was pleasant, peaceful, and welcoming. We had a wonderful dining experience and will definitely be back!

Let's check off the key things on the list:…read more Service 5 - due to both the excellent service provided by Jackie, other wait staff, and very good bar staff. Food 3-5 - we've had mixed experiences, but mostly very good. There aren't any off menu requests accepted. One cannot replace ingredients. One can only remove specific items from a menu choice. Don't even ask. Apparently the chef's policy is absolute. Ambiance 4-5 nicely decorated and designed. Has a high end feel that is unusual for the AV. So why the 3 stars? One single experience. My wife asked the server (Jackie) if it would be possible to get a side of sauteed mushrooms. She said probably not as it's not permitted by the chef. We asked to speak to the manager to express our disappointment. When Jake showed up, before we uttered a word, he stated that it's just something they don't do, so no to our request. Then he turned and walked away. There was no dialogue. It was a one way conversation. In essence, we and our request were dismissed. The experience was incredibly off-putting. It was unnecessary to respond to a patron's request in that manner. Totally unacceptable. I write this review to memorialize the experience for others, because it won't matter to the owner/chef/management. It seems, judging by their total lack of response to other reviews, good or bad, that it really doesn't. Typical dinners we've had run a tab of $150-200 (including tip). We have visited 1-2 times a month for the past two years. We have brought friends and family on several occasions, generating additional per-visit revenue for the restaurant. Again, this doesn't seem to matter. So, sadly, we're going to have to take a leave of this place. Too bad really.

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant was an amazing discovery when we stopped for a lunch pitstop on our drive…read moreup towards Tehachapi. I can easily see them being a favorite in the Palmdale area. There was plenty of parking in this lot. The entrance is located through their patio, which can be a bit counter intuitive. We came at opening and the restaurant got really busy during our time there. Initially we were looking at the sandwiches because it was lunch time, but then we were going to a wedding that night so we decided to eat something more filling since the ceremony and speeches always delay the eating. All entrees here are served with black beans and rice or congri, and 3 fried plantains. My boyfriend had the Ropa Vieja ($28) with the congri and I had the Lechon Asado ($25) with the rice and beans. Our food came out pretty fast after we ordered. My boyfriend's Ropa Vieja is a Cuban braised beef. The congri is basically a mix of the rice and beans. This dish was super tasty and the shredded beef was so tender with the bell peppers and onions. I can really taste the red wine and tomato sauce in the base. I took a few bites but in general I preferred my dish more, and vis versa he enjoyed his dish more. My lechon asado is a roasted pork that is super super tenderrrrrr. It was so sweet with the grilled onions and it had the perfect amount of fattiness without being over bearing. SO GOOD! Love the plaintains too. I'm glad I got the rice and beans option because I would have gotten too full too quick with the congri. I barely touched my beans and only got through half of my rice. Both dishes came with this super tasty garlic butter sauce that I poured on my rice and made it even tastier. It was so good. One thing I didn't enjoy about the experience was the flies attacking us and our food. Since the door is open and connected to their outdoor space, it leaves the opportunities for flies to come in. We had to play defense with the flies the whole time. The service here is a little slow. Especially when I was trying to get back on the road I wasn't feeling too patient. I waived down multiple staff members too. Also I got hit with an undisclosed 3% surcharge for using my credit card. I only found out after I got the receipt. I would have paid in cash if I knew. *dislike* LOVE LOVE LOVE the food. Might be the best Cuban food I've ever had... and I've been to Florida where there was a lot of Cuban spots. Room for improvement with service, flies prevention, and the disclosure of the credit card fee.

Absolutely the best guest hospitality and food quality my family and I have ever experienced eating…read moreout. The atmosphere and ambiance of the restaurant is always lovely, fun, and lively. The food quality is spectacular! I always get the Baracoa Cubano sandwich and it never disappoints. The ingredients are fresh and organic with each dish I've ordered. Since I have allergies to ingredients used to preserve frozen food, it's always been so hard finding a restaurant with a menu that doesn't cause me issues--and Baracoa has never compromised with their ingredients! The organic quality of their food is something you'll taste on your first bite. And finally--the service is impeccable and I have yet to see such excellent hospitality at any restaurant I've visited, even in Los Angeles! The waiters are always kind, attentive, and energetic with their behavior and service. It's very easy to tell they love the work they do and it shows in their work ethic. In addition to that, the managers are always making sure we're having an excellent night and have transformed it to a level of service we've never seen! My parents and I went a week ago and talked to Daniel the Manager about how much we missed a Piña Colada from a closed restaurant which would make it in the pineapple itself--and he said if we promised to be there in a week he's make it himself. We came on Friday, and the joy that my family felt was palpable when Daniel came out with the drinks we've wished for years now since that restaurant closed! Honestly, I've never heard of someone caring for their guests so much to do that--truly everyone should visit this establishment and experience true fine dining. I don't think I'll ever eat anywhere else for a special occasion ever again.

Stacy was amazing! Knows a lot about the area. Made some great recommendations and served us so…read morewell!! Definitely coming back here!!

First off...MADDY...she went above and beyond as a server! All of her suggestions were FIRE and she…read moreis such a delight. Her smile, her knowledge of the menu, her professionalism...yet so personable and someone you want to kick it with! She's so fun! She made our visit one to remember. Once again Coaches didn't disappoint. This time I got the Triple Slider app just for myself! I didn't want to share with my husband this time! He got the Nashville Chicken Sandwich, I got the Skirt Steak and we shared the Mac n Cheese... FLAVOR, ON FLAVOR, ON FLAVOR!!!! We just couldn't at this point My husband looked at me and straight up said " How is everything so freaking amazing?!!" Maddy suggested some drinks as well and they were even better than the last time we went-hats off to the bartender Maddy even let us enjoy a complementary dessert and we ate it in like 2 minutes! My husband said I attacked it like a wild dog! Like what?? But high key that's what it was It was the Butter Cake. Waaaay better than I thought it would be. So warm and crunchy yet soft??! Ok! I see you! Maddy hooked us up straight away all night long and we can't sing enough praises to the staff and the chef. That chef be back there doing the dang thang!! Music...on point. Food...stays fire. Service phenomenal! Favorite place out here...thank you Coaches Dani

Amazing food good portion feels u up try there pork shank and mashed potatoes and steak also try…read morethere Carmel butter cream cake was also good

My partner and I absolutely love this establishment. We usually sit at the bar (which is first…read morecome, first served), and it's always a great experience. The staff is amazing--fun to interact with, attentive, and incredibly accommodating. Every single staff member we've had the chance to interact with has been pleasant and genuinely happy to help. It really makes the atmosphere feel welcoming and relaxed. This place is often busy. During the week it can be a little slower, but I would still highly recommend making a reservation. If you show up as a walk-in they will seat you if a table is available, but your experience will definitely be smoother if you reserve ahead of time. Parking is easy, and you can order drinks at the bar while you wait. I also love supporting this small, locally owned business. The steaks are, by far, some of the best in LA--especially considering the price, flavor, and portion sizes. Truly a 10/10. The level of professionalism and the way they make you feel like family is something you don't always find elsewhere. Highly recommend.

The ambience was incredible. I ordered fried pickles, which were so delicious. The pickles were…read morespears and still had the crunch. Accompanied by a Cosmo, a blush of cranberry, and a whisper of lime. Refreshing for the summer night. Service 10 out of 10.

Open at 6am daily, buffet breakfast only on weekends…read more Menu should be on counter near door. Have a seat and waiter will approach you to take your order. Waiters are kind.

A total dive bar with overpriced drinks and pool would not go there again. The service stunkread more

The wife and I love this place. The Owner, Michael, is super friendly and always accommodating. Our…read morefood is always great. If you want something just ask the food server as the cook is usually very creative and can do whatever you want. The Philly cheesesteak is my favorite. Fun people are always around and karaoke is usually pretty lively with great entertainment. I love this bar.

I walked in with a friend on a Thursday while farmers market was active on Lancaster Blvd. It's…read morenice inside. It's a good layout with a private room, bar area and dining room, plus seating inside and outside for live music. We were seated right away and Que was our server. He was informative, patient and attentive for our first visit. The entire staff matched that energy and made it feel warm and welcoming. I had the Salmon Tandoori Dinner Board and loved everything about it. We'll be back!

The potential of this place is endless. But every time I come here it's always the same story…read more They're super busy and they don't have good staff. At this point I'm not even going to blame the staff. I'm going to put the blame on the leadership. Start hiring some people that actually know how to serve and bartend. I've worked at restaurants three times this size and everything runs smoothly with a competent staff. Not sure why I come back expecting anything different. Although my drink was fantastic. It took forever to get someone's attention. Servers looked at us multiple times and just dismissed us because they were so frazzled. This message is for whoever runs this place. Stop treating this like your own personal party venue where you work with your friends and start treating it like a business.

While driving through Antelope valley today my husband decided he wanted to get some breaded fried…read morezucchini and looked up places that made them. That's how we wound up at Schooners today. Food: Super large portions. Not many healthy choices. We ordered the fried zucchini. It had a nice seasoning but it was too greasy. The caprese salad with vinaigrette was soggy and beyond disappointing. Figured that was the healthiest choice on the menu. I couldn't eat more than 2 bites. The loaded baked potato was swimming in melted butter. A lot of butter. The bacon was actually the star of the plate. This place is where you come to share several plates. Service: Great. Jamie T. was our server. She was super friendly and had such an upbeat personality. She checked back with us several times to make sure things were going well. Ambiance: Typical sports bar scene with big screen TV's on the walls. Plenty of parking.

Food: A+ HUGE portions! If you want to get your grub on, go here! There's enough to share and then…read moreleftovers too! Service: A. The service was almost impeccable. We sat at the very NFL Playoff bar, and our bartender got to us as soon as he could with a smile. The only regret was clearing one of our glasses away a little too quickly as it was my water I like to have alongside my adult beverage. Ambiance: A+. This place was hopping! People at the bar were extremely kind and offered to move over for us so we could sit together. The team spirit here was entertainment in itself! Dietitian Dorothy's tip: Definitely split the dishes here. Some of them (nachos, fries) are BIG enough for one person to eat for a week!

Lots of fun on a Monday night with lovely Vivian behind the bar and the talented Kenny on the micread more

Vivian and Karina are awesome. They have always been there for me when things are going down. Iove…read morethis place. All the stars for me..