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I am back for the Liquid Gold that is Keegans Ranch. ​It is…read moreso divine it renders all other human experiences completely meaningless. The food on my plate exists solely as an edible spoon designed to transport this holy cream into my body. ​If this kitchen ever alters the recipe, I will not write a bad review, I will launch a crusade. 100/5 stars.

I believe that Holiday's matter, not as days that drive chocolate and flower sales, but as…read morereminders that whimsy should be celebrated to make life a bit more colorful and joyous. Scrooge might say "Bah! Humbug!" to festivities but, in other hand, say "hab gubmuh" to the days and seasons that bring mirth, hanging streamers and disco balls into our life, lest these be left in grayscale. That is why I was attracted to this bar because I wanted to know be drenched in red and pink glamour while all the way celebrating that very special feeling of love. As, soon I entered the door and saw the exaggerated decorations on the roof and on the walls, my immediate thought was "fun," not corny, or please with these hanging hearts and neon lights. Thus this place owns the trip to love land without apology, and I for one, say that this means that the festive goal hoped for hit heart center. I also went relatively early, in terms of bar crowd hours, and was surprised that the place was full to its arteries. Truth be told, that is why, I ticked one star of my overall rating because this place is cute and a vibe, and a worthy scene, but it is also small and packed to the point where folks are proverbial sardines in a tin can. But more on that later, right now, we start with what gave me anchor in place: their pool table. There is no place to sit, amidst the crowd, I automatically assessed. Where can I be to find my place? So I went to the table and played pool. I appreciated that the place had clearly articulated rules and procedures for play, which removed ambiguity and created a climate of respect toward the game, which allows for pool games where appropriate and competitive game play reigns. I managed to order a drink on theme for the night: a Misty Kiss. It was the bartender's suggestion, after I asked for their sweetest cocktail. When she first suggested it, I thought she said minty kiss, and thus when she delivered the drink, I was expecting some kind of shamrock shade. But then I heard the appropriate pronunciation- misty, not minty. I wondered when a literal misty kiss would be appropriate and beautiful? Then I remember scanning a picture book of love pictures, and one was of a woman saying goodbye to her sailor as he shipped of to fight in a world war, and I realized that the sadness in her eyes as she said goodbye was a form of a misty kiss. I took my Misty Kiss and played a game of pool with a guy named Matt. He revealed that he played every day, which explained why I did not stand a chance against a daily player, balance in talent simply did not exist. It was hard to find a spot to place my drink, which tasted swell, and was on brand for the evening, and quite stiff! It was hard to find a seat or a spot for me to call my own. And it was for others as well. I saw people going to the bathroom and needing to allocate themselves in near hunches to avoid the sticks of pool. And out in the crowd, people were huddled on the floor, not sure where to be so they could feel like they had a space of their own and did not bump with others. But there was no way to avoid bumping into others, and it was a mission to find a spot. That is why when I saw a table for two open up, I did a mad dash to an empty chair, like a fool in love who rushes in. It is at the chair where I could not only see but stop and admire the paper roses of the place. As my pictures show, the place truly did not limit itself from embracing the spirit of Valentine's day. For instance, they had this wall of decorations, with hearts, orbs (white, red, pink) teddy bears, and so much more; it was a tapestry hung just right for the occasion. Of course, people wanted to use the wall as the backdrop but with so many people, this too, required a wait and navigate plan. I did help some folks out by taking their pictures. I was not Cupid but in these moments I did hope that my aim was true. In the final analysis, I immensely appreciated the decorations, and all of the folks who dressed for the occasion, because it gave texture and meaning to the decor. But the tight quarters limited the love I can give to this place. However, I do know now where to go, where I want a themed drink, and environment to boot.

Popped in for The Valentine Pop Up at Paddy O'Brien's "Heartbreakers" Pub and like their amazing…read moreChristmas Pop Up, they did not disappoint! Cupid aka Courtney was shooting arrows and slinging shots behind the bar with style and serving up some love with this months "Cupids Cocktails" menu. All the locals could be found in for a session. They once again out did themselves with the cutest decor. My one suggestion would be to get the jukebox playing all the love songs (from power ballads to cheesy fun sing along ones) to nail the vibe. They've got a pool table to shoot your own shots too! Parking can be rough but do yourself a favor and everyone else and Uber. Loving all the holidays here! great job Paddy O's and staff!

Excellent vibes every time we come here!!!…read more From the employees to the patrons you will enjoy your time here! Have tried all kinds of beers and food, haven't found one that wasn't good! Come and check it out!

Ambiance: it's a neighborhood bar located near old town Torrance, they have limited parking spots…read morein the rear, and there are street parking nearby, they have live music performances over the weekends Service: staff were very friendly, you place the order at the counter, and they'll bring the food to your table Food & Drink: classic bar restaurant food, and they offer tasting flight for seasonal draft beer Western Bacon Cheese Burger - ** crispy smash topped with bacon, onion rings, cheddar cheese, and bbq sauce, the buns were so overcooked and burnt, patty was overcooked Firkins Fish & Chips - * Beer Battered Alaskan Cod on a bed of proper chips, thick coating over the fish, fries tasted so old and soggy Shambala - **** Hazy IPA, easy to drink, recommend Slap Shot - *** blood orange sour, citrus taste South Side Red - **** Amber Lager, refreshing, recommend Penrods Percolator - *** bold coffee taste with a sweet note Price: this place is a hit and miss, great drink but terrible food, overall affordable prices, expect $25 per person

So we stroll in, just looking for a quick nightcap, and the bartender hits us with that "I got you"…read moreenergy. You know the vibe, confident, friendly, and moving behind the bar like they're conducting a symphony of questionable decisions and premium spirits. Service? Immaculate. The kind of service that makes you tip before you even order. Now let's talk drinks, because Blackthorn didn't come to play. I ordered an Old Fashioned so smooth it could negotiate a bad issue in your life. Ha ha ha . Then came the filthy dirty martini, which was so outrageously briny it felt like Poseidon himself seasoned it. Honestly, that martini had character development. It had a backstory. It had trauma. And it healed yours. The ambience, well let's so perfect for late‑night unwinding. Dim lights, relaxed crowd, and that cozy pub hum that says, "Yes, you absolutely deserve another drink." It's the kind of place where you lose track of time but not your dignity, unless you order a third martini, then all bets are off. This is the spot for great drinks, great service, and great laughs. A chill late‑night hang where the bartender treats you right, the drinks treat you too right, and you walk out feeling like the main character in a comedy you didn't know you were starring in. Ha ha ha. Miguel C.

Tried day drinking on a Saturday afternoon, place is cool but not for me. Lot of locals hang out…read morehere. Place is ok, not much beer selection, not sure about the food if it's good.

Ambiance: it's a cozy and spacious bar restaurant located in old town Torrance, they have private…read moreparking lot in front of the establishment, dog friendly outdoor seating area Service: super friendly, patient with questions and knowledge about their different kinds of draft beers Food: classic bar restaurant menu, with specialty and seasonal selections, they ran our if few kinds, but surprisingly I almost liked all the beer I tried here THE MOTORMAN - **** Angus beef patty, applewood-smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, spicy ketchup, R.C. secret sauce, green leaf lettuce, pickle, red onion, and tomato on a challah bun, rich in flavors, recommend RED CAR RINGS - **** Beer-battered onion rings, served with house spicy ketchup and creamy ranch, crispy and tasty, recommend THE BUTCHER'S BLOCK - **** Pepperoni, fennel sausage, ham, applewood-smoked bacon, whole milk mozzarella, flavorful doughy pizza, recommend MOSAIC IPA - ***** easy to drink, refreshing, highly recommend BIG RED ALE - **** rich and bold taste, recommend ELECTRA LITE - *** light beer GUAVA LIGHT - *** has sweet notes MANGO MOSAIC - *** rich and fruity PEACH - **** light peach taste, recommend Price: generous portions and affordable prices, expect $30~$35 per person

I haven't been to Red Car recently. I had forgotten how casual and relaxing it is. Casual - a…read morebirthday at a near table, a family, a couple nursing some beers...it was a great vibe for the end of a super long week. Got a glass of wine for $10 and the lettuce cups. These were refreshing and light, and exactly what I was in the mood for. A quick walk around the neighborhood after, and I felt finally relaxed.

Great Tavern, everything was really clean. The waitresses were very friendly and checked on us…read moreseveral times. We shared the Philly cheesesteak sandwich and sweet potato fries. Plenty for two since we are seniors and eat lighter these days. Highly recommend.

I had business in the same shopping center and decided to drop in for lunch…read more Torrance Tavern is restaurant bar located in a shopping center. Needless to say, there is plenty of parking. The interior is neat and clean. There are various types of seating (bar; table; booth; high-tops; communal), and plenty of screens to watch sports. On this occasion, I ordered the Tavern Fish & Chips ($22). It is described as "Alaskan cod coated in a tempura beer batter and served with French fries, tartar sauce and yuzu herb coleslaw". The positives of this dish are that it was prepared well. Both the fish and chips tasted good. The presentation was also nice; which leads to the coleslaw: The coleslaw tasted good, too; but I was surprised the serving was so spare. It's almost as if it was served just to optically balance the presentation in the basket. (See photo shared,) And while the price was not unreasonable, feel it's creeping towards expensive (relative to serving size). I'll attribute this to rising input costs. Staffing might be an issue during the lunchtime service. Service was okay, but they seemed to be understaffed. It's possible that most of their business is done after 5pm.

Toni, Patricia are awesome, and know their drinks and super entertaining…read more Couldn't ask for a better neighbor hood hangout! Great food, games on multiple TVs' and great live entertainment Awesome

Used to come here often with my girlfriend to get drinks and play pool. Food is okay not concerned…read moreabout that, but I was minding my business and playing pool with a friend. Then some Hispanic gang banger just felt the need to ruin our time there. For no apparent reason other than to ruin someone's day. Never coming back unless you want to run into some gang bangers id suggest not to come here.

don't be scared. c'mon in. you'll be fine…read more what a great little dive. had a little time to kill so stopped by for some breakfast. what a find. very dark upon entering, but, the happy staff balances out the seemingly dreary atmosphere. they are the literal light to this place. food options were surprisingly varied. started with a shot o'Jack and a beer. then washed it down with a chorizo omelet. food was really good. prices were excellent and they had a amount of TVs. i highly recommend.

Once upon a time, this Patrick Swayze-loving Faerie Queen decided that this was the dive bar for…read moreher on a lovely Saturday morning. You know what? We had a drink and French fries and had a great time! Just remember, "Nobody puts Baby in the corner." The end.

I do loves me a great Irish bar and this was a great Irish bar! We sat outside but I can attest…read morethat the inside looked legit on my way to the insanely clean bathroom. I really like Irish coffee, even iced. I ordered one and the waiter asked if I wanted it frozen. Arriving like a milkshake with a kick, I knew instantly there would be a 2nd one in my future. I had the ahi poke bowl and it was huge, as were the chunks of ahi. Hubs had fish and chips and he said they were great and the fries were super crispy. My friend had the California burger on a brioche bun. The bun was toasty and glossy and everything you want in a yummy burger. Her hubs had chicken pot pie that came with a side of garlic mashed potatoes. He's a super picky eater and ate all of it. Great lunch and we will go back.

We came here to watch the USA game and were immediately put off by the service. Before we had even…read moreordered anything, our server approached us and informed us of a $300 minimum spend requirement in a remarkably condescending manner. What made the interaction particularly off-putting was that it felt as though she had already decided we weren't the type of customers who would spend that kind of money. Rather than explaining the policy professionally, the delivery came across as dismissive and unnecessarily confrontational. The issue wasn't just the policy--it was the way it was communicated. The interaction felt dismissive and unnecessarily rude. And frankly, a $300 minimum is absurd for a bar of this caliber. This isn't a premium venue, luxury lounge, or exclusive event space. Expecting customers to spend that much just to watch a game is completely out of touch with what the establishment offers. There are far better places to watch sports where you're treated with respect and don't feel pressured into spending hundreds of dollars the moment you walk in.

Hennessey's Hermosa Beach - This place has an amazing atmosphere, great location and a local fave…read more The upstairs dining gives you an amazing view of the beach and pier. Our breakfast was fresh and delicious with an outstanding Bloody Mary at a very reasonable price. The staff was friendly ( especially Natalia ) and knowledgeable, the restaurant and restroom were both very clean.

Swapping a handful of shredded lettuce for fries, Add $3…read moreAvocado on your burger, Add $4 A veggie patty instead of beef, Add $5 to the price of a regular burger The Bacon Balsamic Bleu Burger is to die for.