APT503 doesn't feel designed--it feels drawn from a dream…read more Literally. Every wall is hand-inked in black and white, transforming the space into a living sketchbook. It's immersive, cinematic, and completely unforgettable. Whether you're booking a private event or just out to soak up a unique night in LA, this Koreatown loft hits every mark: vibes, views, and the kind of character you can't fake. The cocktails are clean. The layout flows. And the energy? Just right. APT503 isn't just a place--it's an experience you step into.

I love apt 503, the vibes are always great and im happy theres one so close to my childhood home. I…read morecome here out of nostalgia. The only con are the security. Girls are obviously going to drink a little too much. I was a little buzzed but in a "ok lets leave, i dont want to get too crazy" but i was a little tipsy enough to not go the right direction lol and the way the security yelled was not cool. Tell me where the exit is instead of yelling at me for being lost. It was packed so i didnt really know which direction was the right direction. Anywho other than that i always have a nice time

I had a great time here! Love that there's an outdoor aspect and I love dancing to 80's jams. There…read morewas space on the floor to actually move around and the outdoor bar was super cute with the lil Jell-O shots and treats.

Came to this venue for a birthday party and was surprised about the speakeasy vibes it had. Our…read morehost walked us through the back of a restaurant and behind a retro vending machine was access to a bar, dance floor and karaoke rooms. The theme was costume karaoke, so we showed up dressed up. It appears as if it was 80's night because the whole night was 80s music and vibes. Not sure if this is the vibe every night but it was cool. The room was spacious and had enough space for all the girlies however the air conditioning was definitely lacking in the venue as a lot of were sweating while sitting still. While we were told the karaoke list has a wide variety of songs, they did it was just disappointing because if they didn't have our song there was no alternative way to add the song. Often times the WiFi would cut off and freeze our song in queue, we would request for help, and had to wait a while for techno assistance. This cut into our karaoke time and no additional time was offered to accommodate. There is on one restroom per gender and 2 stalls in the women bathroom so the wait was at least 30 mins before getting your turn, while I appreciate staff regulating the lines for the restroom, that was a crazy wait! (While sweating because of the shotty AC) Once our time was up,(2am) a bouncer or staff, busted into the room flashing bright lights and yelling saying it was closed and time to go home. Once we exited the room, we were rushed and told if we stayed behind we would be charged more money when all we were doing was checking if we left anything behind.. (it was 15 of us) we could only move so fast! The staff didn't even allow us to use the restroom before leaving. I understand closing protocols, but this wasn't the experience I expected towards first time guests let alone any guests. It would have been nice to get a 30, 15 min warning because it's so easy to be caught up in the moment of having fun, you aren't keeping track of time. There was no courtesy like that offered to us. All in all the experience wasn't completely bad, we made the most of it, celebrated with our friend and had a blast with eachother..the drinks were good and that kept coming.. We racked up a tab ($1000) and ordered a lot of drinks and celebrated, it would have been appreciated to receive the same customer service and support as paying customers, not sure if I would return because this location is far from me, but I'm willing to scope it out again if the opportunity presents itself in effort to have a more balanced opinion.

Blipsy Bar was such a fun and unexpected surprise. Strong drinks, tons of vintage video games, loud…read more(fun!) DJ, and a crowd of folks just having a great time on a Saturday afternoon.

Fun drive. Lots of stuffed animals. Lots of regulars. Great place. Lots of video games. Drinks were…read moreheavy.

Love Precinct. Probably my favorite gay bar in LA. The plastic WeHo clones are often delightfully…read moreabsent. Themes and events are fun. The crowd is always diverse and friendly. Food is good, but will take a very long time during a busy event -- understandably so! Always worth a visit, I've never had a bad time here.

San Diego Lesbian visiting this spot for the first time and I loved it!! Will say as a cane user,…read morethey do have an elevator, so make sure to ask if you need help with the stairs. Love the vibe of this bar. Very gay, masculine, and leather focus. The lay out is amazing, it's deceptively large! Huge outdoor section and a massive dance floor and bar area. We ordered some of their drinks, all were absolutely amazing. We also got some food which was great! Especially for bar food. There was a leather vendor there and they also had books! My fiancee got to pick out a collar which she loved! This bar also is so ADA friendly. The space was huge and very lovable and then the bathroom was large and nice!! My complaint about bars in general is usually the ADA aspect. So seeing how great this one was, was awesome. We will definitely be back whenever we are in town!

We showed up here for the first time last night to see an Oakland band we love play their first LA…read moreshow. Walking into the venue (which must be entered from a remote back alley) people just outside said to us "you're walking into a WEIRD vibe". We thought that meant "punk", and we weren't completely wrong- but we were promptly informed the lead singer of the first band had dislocated her knee and torn her ACL on the stage- it is not known whether the stage caused this but most said the singer was not doing anything crazy in terms of movement. The ambulance was called, and the people in charge were managing the situation to the absolute best of their ability but that poor lead singer was on stage incapacitated with people all around her giving her conflicting advice. This poor thing. They moved all the bands down to the floor level after the first band in order to mitigate the situation. There were some massive sound quality issues, the lights stayed on for the entirety our out-of-town friends set, which they still played like champions- the closing band even had the guys in charge of wandering on the stages behind them and even onto the stage with them, mid-set- (to fix issues I'm sure). I just felt so bad for everyone involved: the injured band, the fans who paid and had to wait a long time through delays, the bands that played after the incident (the band we saw had the lights on the entire set too), and the crew running the show who were clearly just doing their best given the circumstances. I will say it was a calm intimate venue when it all went down- everyone was trying to help, just a crazy first impression of The Smell for us.

The venue has always been marketed by word of mouth, and has always seemed like an exclusive place…read moreto find new artists. My impression from this was that the venue was somewhat better kept than what it was. I had a wonderful time seeing my friend's band perform, and they were absolutely fantastic. They delivered an amazing show, despite sound issues that persisted here and there throughout their set. The community the place brought out and together was also great and a huge plus to the whole night. But the thing that I cannot get over is how absolutely gross this venue is... I was so grossed out that it's actually the reason I had to write a review. I just took a shower, cleaned all the clothes I was wearing while there, and I still can't shake how gross I feel! I think the venue is a great size, great layout, great potential for the atmosphere... and hey, I get that it's summer and it's hot and all, but it was so damn hot, I took my shirt off, stripped only to my bra, and I could barely ignore the heat while trying to enjoy my friend's performance. People were moshing, as this was a punk show, and sweat droplets were flying everywhere.... I mean, it almost felt like I was standing in a shower (gag). Because of this, the whole place ended up just... smelling. Which, I guess, at least they weren't kidding with that name! You'll come across a lot of different smells in your time there, and leave with some new ones of your own (double gag). The bathrooms were... I'm sorry but just absolutely gross. I've seen a few other reviews saying it smells like urine outside... maybe cause it's more desirable to do your business in the alleyway than the bathrooms. There was a roach in one :( I enjoyed a lot about the venue, and I love the community that it attracts, but come on... can we keep it cleaner? And at least cool enough that people don't nearly faint from the lack of air flow? I'm so completely baffled at how this place seems so exclusive in terms of the artists it showcases, and then the venue itself is just genuinely nasty.

I had a great time here for the Prince vs. Michael Jackson night! The music was fantastic, the…read morecrowd had amazing energy, and the overall vibe made for a really fun night out. If you're a fan of themed music nights, it's definitely worth checking out. A few things could make the experience even better. The seating is all wooden and pretty hard, so it isn't the most comfortable if you're planning to hang out for a while. Also, it was very warm inside. With a packed crowd and a couple of drinks, it got hot fast. I wasn't even dancing, and I was sweating! Turning up the air conditioning would make a huge difference and keep everyone much more comfortable. The drinks were good--not the best I've ever had, but definitely enjoyable. I think with a few tweaks to the cocktails and a cooler atmosphere, this place would be outstanding. One tip for first-time visitors: it's a little tricky to find if you're unfamiliar with the area. The entrance is through the alley, not directly on the main street, and it's only about the second building in. Parking can be a challenge, but that's more about the neighborhood than the venue itself. Overall, I had a really good time, loved the music and atmosphere, and I'd consider coming back. If you're looking for a unique spot with fun themed nights and good vibes, this place is definitely worth a visit.

We've come to quite a few reggae concerts here at the Echoplex…read more It's gotten better each time. So I needed to update my review. All the peps working here are super friendly and welcoming. Even the security guards are cool AF. Not like a lot of other venues where security acts like they are cops lol Not here they get you through the metal detectors pat down and look in purses to insure you don't have anything harmful. (As fast as they can) Inside is a large dance floor, two bars, and a few tables for those who don't want to stand. The bars have amazing bartenders who are super chill. The restrooms are very well maintained and have the sweetest older lady working. (Make sure yall show her some love) They also have a huge outside patio that is a smoking area. I've never seen any food here only drinks, beer, shots, and water for sale. Overall Echoplex is an awesome venue for concerts.

The vibe is good. I'm just wondering why everybody has to wear a mask. I mean, everybody looks the…read moresame. I thought this could be a celebration of diversity, but it's not, because everybody's face looks the same.

I've seen this spot trending for the longest time but I never had the chance to check it out but I…read morewas glad to check it out for the 2019 Season Finale. Ambiance Parking | Street Parking or structured parking around the area. The issue isn't finding parking but what's the cheapest. Seating | There are tables and benches in one corner and donated chairs/benches. People can also stand wherever there is room. Capacity could be about 80 people. Feels | Though it is Asian American influenced it seemed like a pretty diverse and welcoming spot for everyone. I enjoyed the support and friendliness of everyone. The performances vary from music, spoken word, dance, and more! Overall: 5 Stars. An artistic event that brings the best out of everyone and speaks the people's truth. PLUS it's Free.99! You can't go wrong. For a simple cheap thrill in LA, this is your gem. I look forward to coming back here and possibly perform. TL;DR Tips: * First come first serve for open mic so come early! * Sometimes they have food/drink vendors, be sure to check them out.

My friends and I have been coming to Kiss Kiss for years now and this weekend was officially the…read morestraw that broke the camel's back. Kiss Kiss is a ""speakeasy"" style club in K-town (parking theoretically available on side streets + metered though you're better off using rideshare) that neighbors another ""speakeasy"" style club around the corner. What's changed about Kiss Kiss? Drink prices for one! They've multiplied by 1.5x at least (!) and now they seemingly do not limit capacity at the club because we felt like we were in a can of sardines in there. The bartenders are still nice and polite at least. The music is also not at all any good anymore. We came on Halloween night because (1) we are familiar w/ Kiss Kiss and (2) we figured K-town was less chaotic than WeHo. This is where we learned they had tickets for sale at the door to get in (please brace yourselves,,,, it was an astounding $45......). We sucked it up and paid (our mistake we would soon learn). The night itself was advertised as a 70's disco Halloween event. At NO POINT in the entire night was 70s music played as every. single. song. was synth/house music. At the most maybe 4 songs were synth/house/EDM remixes of 70s music. Not to mention!!! They only played 1 Halloween song all night! The only positive from the night was the decor was nice. Security guards at the bathroom side make you leave your drink "under their watch" while you use the restroom. I stayed behind and switched with my friend to keep a constant eye on our drinks because the man on duty was doing everything BUT watching people's drinks!! In a town where women are known to be roofied frankly quite often is insane to me. TLDR; Cover fee is $$, drinks are $$, place is so packed you're bumping into people ever 5 seconds, security is useless, do not come here.

What a fun bar! 70s disco theme with a vibe to match. Fun lights, great music, good skating show!…read moreYou have to leave the area which looks like it opens into a hotel or business lobby in order to go the restroom (wish they had a themed restroom to match!). Parking isn't great but being down town you have to expect it. Worth a trip (make sure you dress up in your best disco attire! ;)