This is one of the bars we frequent regularly, but surprisingly, this is my first time leaving a…read morereview. We ended our Santa Monica evening here tonight and had another good experience. I can honestly say that we've never had bad service. After reading some of the reviews, I guess we've been pretty fortunate because our experiences have always been positive. I actually appreciate the security team for helping ensure everyone stays safe, and they've always been friendly and professional with us. The bar has plenty to enjoy, including a pool table, fireplaces, and various games. The bartenders are organized and efficient. Don't expect a lot of engagement, as they're typically very busy, especially when the place gets crowded. Tonight, we had no problem finding a seat, and other guests were very accommodating about sharing space. Overall, it was a great night and a wonderful way to wrap up our evening in Santa Monica. Tips: It can get noisy, but hey go in with that expectation and you'll be fine. Expect the ladies restroom to have a line, It's a 2 stall. Finally, regarding street parking follow the times of payment, they do ticket.

WARNING: They require you to have your photo taken before you go into the bar…read more Yes, they checked my driver's license and I am over 21. I asked for my photo to not be taken, they said I can't go in unless I have my photo taken. This isn't the TSA. I am not sure where my photo is being stored. Will they sell my photo to some data broker? Are they collecting photos of faces to be sold to an AI company? Who knows. No thanks, I walked off. Not impressed.

We normally don't go to places like this, but we were invited to celebrate a birthday. Honestly, I…read moredon't even know how to describe the experience. The waitress appeared intoxicated and started arguing with and yelling at one of our guests because she left her coat on a chair while she was dancing. Her behavior was aggressive and extremely unprofessional. On top of that, the bartender overcharged us, and the DJ played music that was difficult to dance to all night. Overall, it was a very disappointing experience, and unfortunately not a place we would return to.

Had so much fun here with my friends!…read more Came here a few Saturday's ago and really enjoyed myself. We arrived around 11 pm and had no issue getting in. While the place was packed, we didn't feel as if it was overcrowded. Music was amazing and the staff was great! Definitely recommend when looking for a fun place on a Saturday night!

Came here for my boyfriend's b day :) Nike B was the best and took care of us!!!! Give him a raise…read more!!

What a cool hangout place! We love the happy hour here! We for the sliders and the Parmesan fries!…read moreOmg sooo good! The sliders were on spot! Fries were crunchy and tasted stelllarrr! Service was quick even how busy it was! They were so nice and on top of it! Great ambiance especially for big groups or anyone trying to catch a game!

Intimate setting speakeasy, perfect sized room, great for date night and conversations. Nothing…read morememorable or impressive, not bad if you're around the area and want to stop by for quick drinks. Left after one drink, and went to another bar. Most of the bars are dive bars in downtown Santa Monica, and parking is quite accessible for this place. So I'd recommend for that reason. In terms of the drinks, I'm a huge fan of cocktail but I would say their menu selections are a bit limited. Nothing in the signature cocktail looks interesting to me, so I had the bartender make a classic cocktail instead. He's very attentive and friendly, didn't take forever to get a drink either, no attitude. Drinks aren't watered down either. Nice! You come here to grab quick drinks when you don't feel like being at a loud dive bar in the area, it's in a hotel but not too upscale, no strict dress code. Music is not loud and they have couches and booth if bar table if not your thing, you don't have to yell or pretend you hear everything to hold a conversation here (lol). ** Keep in mind 20% gratuity is automatically included in bill, it's my first time here. But I think I've other spots I'd prefer to be in, even at Santa Monica. Wouldn't be self-motivated to come back because there are better places that specialises mixology, and there are also better upscale hotel bars to be at. But if you're around the area it's a great intimate bar for date night that's not overly pricey. Wouldn't travel all the way to here just for this (if you know what I mean).

I loved this bar. It was such a vibe. Very dark and moody, and served up great drinks. Located in…read moresanta monica, its a great spot to walk to from a few other eateries. I had the french 75 and it was tasty. We werent there long but it was busy for a Thursday night, would love to come back.

This was our first time coming here didn't know what to expect. Service lacked very much. Server…read morebarely came by our table and would just drop stuff off without saying anything. And then switched servers mid dinner on a 2 top with a $400 tab. The only good thing about their service was the manager that poured our bottle of wine. Food was good and came out quick tbh. We ordered the Calamari, Tuna Tar Tar, Margherita Pizza, Vodka Pasta, and the steak. It was all really really good and the wine was good just wish the service was better. Cool ambiance for sure

The food was delectable!! 10 out of 10! I made a reservation at 5:45pm for my husband and I for his…read morebirthday. I noted on the reservation that we were celebrating a birthday and the staff confirmed this when we arrived. The gifted him a dessert with a candle. We started with the recommended whipped eggplant with focaccia. It was incredible and I don't often eat eggplant. For dinner we had the vodka sauce pasta and bolognese, these were also awesome! The only downside was that despite noting we were celebrating a birthday, we did not get a table near the view. In fact, I saw multiple tables get moved closer when requested. I would have thought a place if this caliber would have done the same for us. Parking: paid lot and street parking.

LouLou is located in the 3rd Street Promenade up on the top level next to Din Tai Fung. It is…read morefacing the ocean so depending on where you sit there are some peekaboo views. The vibe is very Santa Monica hip, and they even had some live jazz going on when my group was there. The music did make an already loud restaurant even harder to hear anything so that wasn't ideal but the music was good so there was that! This is definitely a good spot for a large group -- we had about 15 people for a business dinner. We arrived I think close to when they were just open or at least just getting busy so it took the servers a minute to get in their groove but once they did it was very good and they were very attentive. The food was pretty good -- not amazing and I didn't pay but I am sure it was standard LA pricing -- expensive. What stood out in the food: The Cesar salad, the ratatouille was beautiful but I can't remember the taste, and the mille feuille were stand outs -- but to be honest I can't remember anything else about the dinner. I would say it is a good Santa Monica experience with pretty good food -- expensive but consistent with the area. It does have a good Cali vibe so a good spot to bring people from out of town.

This rooftop spot in Santa Monica is absolutely gorgeous and delivers a perfectly trendy vibe for a…read morenight out. The atmosphere alone makes it a fantastic place to sit back and take in the surroundings. To make things even better, we experienced really great service from the staff from the moment we arrived, which set a welcoming and positive tone for the entire evening. The food, however, was a bit of a mixed bag when you factor in the high prices. We started with the charcuterie board, which was decent, and the beef tartare, which was okay but certainly nothing mind-blowing. The highlight of the meal was definitely the margherita pizza topped with burrata and prosciutto, which was actually pretty tasty. Even with the pizza being a hit, I honestly felt that the overall taste of the food just wasn't worth the premium cost you pay here. The drinks were also hit or miss for us. My Old Fashioned was simply not up to par; it was very watered down, and I highly suggest the bar start using large ice cubes instead of regular ice to prevent watering down their whiskey cocktails. On the bright side, the Lou Lou cocktail was an absolute 10 out of 10 and completely saved the drink experience. I am giving this place 4 stars mostly for the top-tier service, the beautiful aesthetic, and that one perfect cocktail, but there is definitely some room for improvement in the kitchen and behind the bar.

The Lincoln House | (Utility Room) - 9/10…read more Hidden in the back of the Lincoln house the utility room is a quaint get away from downtown covina. The speakeasy is unique and even serves full menu of great food! Aesthetic & Ambiance: 9.5/10 - it was very prohibition themed and the menus being price/luggage tags was very fun. Came on a saturday night at 6:30 reservation and it was very quiet with us being the only table most of the evening. The outside restaurant has live bands which can be a little loud. Service: 100/10 - Markley was the bartender and the only one who operates the speakeasy, she's not only the best bartender Ive had custom drinks from, but she also makes each individual product herself. She explained every part of the drinks and ingredients, and even offered to make any kind of drink we'd want if there was nothing on her menu. Drinks: 10/10 - if you like cocktail bars this is it...EVERY drink was a unique in flavor and handcrafted by Markley from steep to serve. house-infused liquors and tinctures- ONE OF A KIND BAR Food: 8.5/10 - all around great some dishes better than others Bread & Butter - 9/10 great toasted sourdough with a garlic butter and the butter was perfect salty-addition. Calamari - 7/10 a little too breaded for my liking with the rings and tentacles being a little dry. Deviled eggs: 7.5/10 interesting they were fried, but had great flavor all over Mongolian Beef: 8/10 very good flavor, and rice was tasty, but the sauce was a little salty. Cajun chicken pasta: 9.5/10 chicken was tender, pasta was cooked perfectly, sauce was delicious, and the sausage was a great addition. I'd easily drive an hour from LA again to come here!

great spot that slowly turns into a full-on club as the night picks up. Starts off chill, but give…read moreit some time and it gets packed... like barely-room-to-walk packed. Energy goes way up with it though. Music is consistently great and the crowd matches it. Mostly a younger, high-energy vibe. If you actually want to enjoy your drinks and maybe chat with the bartenders, show up early. Once it gets going, it's all motion and noise. It's never disappointed us. You kind of know what you're signing up for, and it delivers every time. Ambiance leans classy without feeling vintage. Dim lighting, a touch of rustic, and just enough polish to set the tone without overdoing it. They've got a patio too, which comes in clutch when you need a breather or want to actually hear the person next to you. We usually do street parking and it's not too bad if you're willing to walk a bit. Reservation needed: Not really, unless you've got a big group and want your own section Parking: 6/10 - Street Crowd: 8/10 Vibe: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Music: 9/10 Drinks: 8/10 Price: $$

Fantastic evening at La Palma on a Thursday evening. We first attempted to eat on the roof, but…read morewith no availabilty we went back to La Palma and I'm glad we did., We sat in comfortable couches and arm chairs. Sipped on well made craft cocktails and snacked on tapas. The star of the show to me was the chicken bites. At first glance I said that's not chicken....but it was and it was excellent. I'm still thinking about it! The bread and the ceviche was also so good! We were splitting everything but I wish I had it everything all to myself, so so good. I loved my espresso martini as well. The vibes were so good and moody. I could have stayed here all night but alas we got the table upstairs and said goodbye to our wonderful server.

La Palma at the Proper Hotel is a beautiful space with a thoughtfully designed interior that really…read moreelevates the dining experience. I first came here as part of our stay at the hotel, and it has a surprisingly lively atmosphere throughout the day. There are quite a lot of people working on laptops or studying, which gives it more of a community café feel than a typical hotel restaurant. Parking is valet only at the hotel and costs $22 for up to 2 hours, which is steep. However, street parking nearby is metered and not too difficult to find if you're willing to walk a few minutes. The food is definitely on the expensive side, but the quality is generally very good. The standouts were the Proper Breakfast, acai bowl, shakshuka plate, and breakfast burrito. These felt thoughtfully prepared and satisfying. The salmon bagel was just okay and didn't quite justify the price. I also had a smoothie that was very good, but at $20, it felt hard to fully justify ordering again. I was especially interested in trying their Cowboy Cold Foam coffee, but unfortunately it wasn't available during our visit. We also ordered takeout for dinner, and that experience was strong overall. The mushrooms and onion soup dip was excellent and one of the highlights. The Caesar salad and vodka pasta were decent but not particularly memorable. Overall, La Palma delivers a great atmosphere, strong breakfast options, and high-quality food, though pricing is definitely premium across the board. It's worth visiting, especially if you're staying at the Proper Hotel or want a beautiful place to relax, work, or enjoy a leisurely breakfast.