Great place , we went on Valentine's Day and they curated a beautiful experience. They brought in…read moresome great local vendors and artisans - mezcal tasting, scents, and custom poems made in the garden. Wines and cocktails are on point. Most importantly the atmosphere is so thoughtful and well done. Good music on good speakers at the right volume with warm sound where you can feel it but still hear each other talk. Mezze platter and cheese boards looked like a work of art of when they came out. We were there 4-6pm and there was golden natural lighting throughout the space. It's one of those places you can really settle into and disappear into the experience. I plan to be a regular.

Beware ..most of these party girls here on Friday and Saturday nights are only at Wild Ones to…read morehustle free drinks off nice, naive guys looking for love. The wait staff and bartenders, like Asher, are absolutely delightful - especially Faith, and Brian; who works the door. Brian is the nicest guy ever. A+ to all the employees! Top shelf. I've visited this place a few times and it was littered with entitled, snobby girls 21-28 who seem to pattern their lives after the Sex and The City divas ..but they are ALL Charlotte! If you know, you know. There is one gypsy girl who parties there everybody needs to watch out for. She's about 5'4," chubby, long scraggly brown hair, big black blouse, dog chain around her neck, and rolls dice while waiting outside in line with her blonde cohort. This rare girl is a psycho who screams random insults at men indiscriminately as they walk by. Clearly she's mentally ill ..but it is Venice, so ..ya know. This place always has great music, and the upstairs is divine. All the male patrons I've spoken to here have been pretty cool. I do take some pity on the single gents here just looking to meet a nice girl, knowing full well how many party girls will be trying to con a free drink out of them, but alas, it is what it is.

On Monday, my husband and I went to Alisa and had the best experience. The place was beautiful,…read morethey seated us on the patio near the private room, the atmosphere was perfect, the service was 10 out of 10, always attentive, and the food was delicious. I hope to return very soon.

Love love love Alisa! The food, the ambience, it's a perfect spot for any time of day. The eggplant…read moredip is delish and the drinks are gorg. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Liv was so kind and made sure we had a great spot. 10/10 would go back!

vibes are immaculate. a little loud in there. also this place is very LA. all the ladies are…read moredressed to the nines and very trendy - straight out of pinterest board on what's trendy LOL i felt a bit under dressed. the staff is attentive and friendly! we started with a seasonal salad with arugula, candied poppy seeds, and peach and that was amazeballs!!! never tried candied poppy seeds. what a nice touch to the salad we had heard the burger is v good and it sure was! we both had the burger and shared an order of fries. the burger pattie is cooked to perfection - i would advise to get it medium rare as they suggest! it's still crispy on the outside and perfectly pink/rare on the inside. the fries arrived hot and was a little spicy. it was very tasty!!!! be ready to wait if you don't have a reservation! can't wait to go back with a bigger group and try their seafood selection. also mad respect for including chopsticks for eating. everything is easier to eat with chopsticks

Long time visitor, first time reviewing. I love Dudley Market. It's such a perfect spot in Venice,…read moreslightly hidden off the boardwalk. The restaurant is always consistent, always packed. They don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait. There's a few bars nearby if you're waiting. Once you're able to sit down, you'll find a cute wine bar with amazing food that doesn't disappoint. Don't skip the fries. They're some of the best things I've eaten. I dream about those fries. The Peruvian scallops are dreamy. Very light, very refreshing. The same can be said about the cucumber salad. The standout of the evening was by far the burger. I've been to Dudley Market a handful of times, and I'd yet to try it. I'm so glad that I did. It was probably one of the best burgers I've ever had before. I highly recommend ordering this. Overall, Dudley Market is a fantastic restaurant in Venice Beach and I hope it stays our neighborhood spot for a long time.

CASA 12 is located at 12 Washington Blvd, it's former name from years ago…read more That's how long I have been coming here, over 25 years! My server was Marlise at the bar and she is friendly, efficient and fantastic! The place has indoor and outdoor seating including an outdoor bar. The interior is rustic and well maintained, and my only criticism is that the bathrooms can use a restorative upgrade. Tonight I had my favorite which is the Fusilli Funghi w/Grilled Chicken ($41), a side order of Stagione ($10) and a Tiramisu for dessert ($15). All was great and tasty. Everyone here is friendly and management goes out of there way including the chef to say hello! The total bill was $72.44 including Tax and a cash Tip of $15 for outstanding service. When at the beach consider CASA 12 for dinner, drinks or both. I have never had a bad experience or meal which has me coming back again and again. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Nice view, awesome service. Pretty affordable. food was okay. Wish they had more options…read morehonestly... felt pretty limited. Chicken was good. It was an OKAY restaurant overall.

My sister-in-law, Alexa M, took me here to VBW for a glass of wine before our dinner reservation on…read morea Sunday evening and it was great! We sat outside and enjoyed our wine and conversation while people watching, which was quite entertaining. Simone was our server and was helpful with some of our questions and supported our decision to go for a 1/2 bottle of Sancerre, which was delicious. We didn't order any food during this visit, but I would absolutely return to try some of the food (and more of the wine) menu in the future!

Okay this is our bad because we came here after Dudley's and already had wine, so we did not…read moreactually try what they are known for - that being said, do not come here for dessert. The chocolate soufflé was cold on the inside and served with a strawberry and a half, which was not the fresh mixed berry assortment I was expecting. I'm not sure what the watery chocolate drizzle around the plate was, but it was not a necessary addition. Pretty bummed by this dessert, but again, I got a cake at a wine bar so that's on me! My friends said their sparkling water slapped (once the lil bug was removed from their glass) and the vibes sitting outside were so good! We loved the heat lamps and the free Venice people watching included in some outdoor seating. I'll be back to try the wine next time for sure!!

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: $$

My gf and I came here because she had some work on her laptop to do so we were on the lookout for a…read morenew wine + work spot. Really glad we came across Sara the wine bar! Great place for a glass (or few) of wine and dinner. It felt cozy and intimate without being too loud. The guy at the bar, who I assume was either the owner or manager, was really personable and welcoming. He poured us a couple samples and we ended up going with a red that we really liked. We ordered the focaccia, meatballs, and lasagna, which we both really enjoyed. Tasted like we were having a meal at someone's home. There's a small back lot for parking but street parking was relatively easy to find. You can also ask for a table nearby a wall plug if you need somewhere to plug in your laptop. This is going to be our go-to eats+wine+study spot when we're on the west side.

Review of Sunday 07/26 I like the concept...& The place- Ambiance…read more Food- 4 Wine selection and pricing -3 Service - 5

I've wanted to eat at Kustaa for a long time, so I had high hopes, but unfortunately, my experience…read morewas a major letdown. I visited on a Friday in the early afternoon. It was pretty quiet, yet we were barely greeted by the staff. To make matters worse, another patron was changing their 2-year-old's diaper right there on the patio. It was completely "butt baked" and extremely unappetizing while trying to eat. Food we ordered : * Pâté Sandwich: The pâté itself was actually good, but it was ruined by a ton of mustard. I had to scrape it off just to eat it as the mustard completely overpowered the sandwich. * Salmon Sandwich: Very bland and lacked flavor. Side sales were bland. We had to ask for extra dressing. * Iced Coffee: There was something "weird" floating in my coffee. Between the hygiene issues on the patio, and the mediocre food, I won't be back. Maybe I should have just stuck with wine and cheese.

Cute spot with charcuterie and cheese. They have raclette on Saturdays too, which my boyfriend was…read moresuper excited about, as it's surprisingly hard to find restaurants that serve raclette (not just fondue) in LA. I called ahead to make a reservation and when we arrived there, it was an easy process to get in. Metered street parking available. You order with a team member but pay at the counter. The guys there were awesome - super personable and friendly, they were chill to chat with. We ordered the raclette (one each) and a chocolate tart for dessert, which they were kind enough to set aside. Overall, I'd highly recommend for a date night or intimate dinner.