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!

I knew about this place awhile back when I met James at Ogopogos anniversary party. I was taken…read moreback how good his beer was, I told him I would stop by. Couple years has passed but finally made it. First impressions: it has the vibes of a startup brewery. It has video games in the back, bar seating, and tvs for us to watch some FIFA. Honestly this place was a better experience than commonspace. Better beers and better service. There was a stout here i wasn't a fan off here but everything else I liked. Berliner Weiss beers? Two wheeler terrific. I did wish parking here was bigger, I believe there was only 3 spots and it's off the main street. This place can be difficult to find but worth going on your next beer crawl list.

Here for the FIFA mexico game. Fairly busy right now but they're doing a great job grabbing…read morepeople's drink orders. On the second floor they could use a fan of something to keep it cool up here. Also, their projector for anything in the day is not the best. If possible I would use blackout curtains or something to block the sun coming through the open window. ALSO, lack of chairs. They need a better setup up stairs. All-in-all, the drinks are great. The service is friendly and helpful. The interior is clean. They have outdoor vendors for your food needs. Great place.

I've lived next to this place for YEARS, and this is my first time trying it. The reviews do not…read morelie. This food is GOOD! I ordered the enchilada & chile releno combination plate, and ugh! I will probably order this every time I come here. I guess I will put the blame of the food's great quality on the fact that this place right next door to El Super. I really wish I would have tried this place sooner. There is an abundance of Mexican food spots to try in the South Bay, but this one really did it for me. I mean the flavor of the chicken and sauce on the enchilada was soooo good! The beans and rice were seasoned well. Rice was a great texture, and the chile releno was oozing with cheese. I came here on a Friday and they have a DJ playing some good dancing music. Not sure how turnt it gets, but people started to show up when I left at 8:30. I seen they sell pupusas and ceviche as well.... I will probably come here every week now

The service was good but the food is atrocious. It's practically inedible. I would not recommend…read morecoming here for any type of food. I got the burrito, it had so many nasty, squishy pieces of meat. Had to spit out every other bite. I had tacos de asada, lengua and pastor, but they also had a lot of inedible bits in the meat. The taste was off too, it just wasn't right.

A very friendly bar . I would come here . Owner is nice…read more She made sure all her guest were taken care of . Will be back soon

Nice place but service sucks I been coming for year but lately that one girl is very moodyread more

My husband and I came here for lunch on Friday. It was packed and the service was great. When I got…read morehome, I realized I forgot my purse. I called the restaurant and asked if they found a purse. They said they did and they were holding it for me and I could come anytime to pick it up. I went back to pick it up and nothing was missing. Great patrons. Great employees. Great service. The food was excellent.

Brewport is always a great hangout spot! The self-pour concept is dangerous in the best way--you…read moreonly pay for what you pour, so it's way too easy to say, "Just one more taste." They have a great beer and wine selection, plus a small variety of cans and bottles. Trivia nights!! The food is solid our favorites are the carne asada fries and the pretzel. Good drinks, good food, and a laid-back vibe that keeps us coming back.

It's rare to find a bar with good food--but this one knocks it out of the park. My usual is the…read morechili tots, but burgers and wings are also good. Interior decor is traditional and wood-paneled. Feels like a neighborhood bar. I've been coming here for years.

Tavern on Main has a wonderfully quirky charm that makes it feel like a true neighborhood favorite…read more It has that classic sports bar atmosphere that feels like it's been part of the community for years--in all the right ways. The food was great, and so were the drinks. Everything tasted exactly as you'd hope from a lively sports bar: satisfying, well-prepared, and perfect for a casual meal or watching a game. The location is another plus. Downtown El Segundo is a great area to explore, with plenty of restaurants and shops within easy walking distance. Parking can be a little challenging, but there are several options nearby, including paid lots, some free parking lots, and free street parking if you're willing to walk just a little. The service really deserves a special mention. When we visited, our server was running the entire front of house by herself. Although service was naturally a little slower because she was handling everything alone, she remained friendly, attentive, and provided outstanding customer service throughout. She did an amazing job under the circumstances

This was my first time visiting Purple Orchid, and I wanted to try a tiki bar close to home…read more Overall, I had a really fun time! The vibe is very classic, no-fuss tiki bar, and they have two pool tables inside, which adds to the laid-back feel. The drinks were great, and everyone there was really nice, which made the experience even better. The only thing I'd say could use some improvement is the music. Omg, I was definitely wishing the playlist had a little more energy or personality. Better music would take the vibe up a notch for sure. Other than that, the drinks were solid, the people were friendly, and I had a great Saturday night. I'd definitely come back for a casual tiki drink night.

I went here after karaoke with some friends on a Wednesday night. Our group loves a tiki bar. This…read morefelt like a great neighborhood spot. It was busy but not full. There were two pool tables actively being used. The bartender was friendly and helpful. We considered sharing a cocktail bowl but we all wanted different tropical profiles. The drinks were worth their prices. Overall, the vibe was just right, too bad we had work the next day or we would have stayed later than midnight.