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3.9 (74 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Love the interior
Alexis Y.

Really cute brunch spot with gorgeous interior. It's definitely a vibe and while I saw both couples, families, and groups of friends there...I would say it's the perfect place for a friend's brunch. Theres a DJ, bottle service girls, and flatscreen TVs playing whatever sports are in season. I also really liked that upstairs was partially rooftop and you could see the city while eating. The service was OK, and food took a little longer than I would've liked for it to come out. But, the food was absolutely delicious! I had fried lobster and pancakes, and it was a 10 out of 10 for me. My girlfriends who had flatbread, vegetables, and french fries also enjoyed their food. Overall it's a great spot and would visit again! Valet is available at the front

*Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Marisa Q.

Brunch & Sip *September 12th, 2026 *8am- Saturday *4 Stars Environment: *Street Parking *Inside & Outdoor Seating *Friendly Service Food/Drinks: *Chorizo Burrito *Catfish & Grits *Lemon Ricatta Pancakes with side of Sausage *Chocolate Chip Pancakes with side of Wagyu Bacon Came here with some friends for brunch and made a reservation through OpenTable. Our server was very nice and friendly throughout the meal. Since we were dining as a group, we shared each of the dishes so we could try a little bit of everything. The catfish and grits was my favorite dish, with the chocolate chip pancakes coming in a close second. The grits were well seasoned, and I really liked that the pancakes used mini chocolate chips, which gave them a good amount of chocolate throughout without being too overwhelming. The lemon ricotta pancakes were also refreshing and had a nice lemon flavor. The chorizo burrito was decent overall, although the mole at the bottom made the burrito soggy and a little difficult to eat. The Wagyu bacon was probably my least favorite, since it was a little soggy and somewhat underwhelming. One thing to note is that it took a little while for all of our dishes to come out, so we weren't all able to eat at the same time. Parking can also be a little tough since the main option is street parking, although there is a $10 valet option. Luckily, we had an early reservation and able to find parking with ease. Overall, it was a good brunch spot with friendly service and several dishes that stood out. I'd definitely come back for the catfish and grits or chocolate chip pancakes.

Hugo spritz and pancakes and hot wings
Erene A.

I really wanted to love this place because the food was honestly SO good, but the overall experience was a little chaotic. We had a reservation for brunch and unfortunately weren't seated until about 20-25 minutes after our reservation time. To be fair, it was raining that day and it seemed like the weather had taken out some of their usual seating, so they were definitely backed up. Totally understandable -- but unfortunately, the delays continued once we were seated. Service was extremely slow and pretty disorganized. We ordered drinks, then our server came back because something had happened to the order and she couldn't remember what we'd ordered, so we had to give it to her again. We eventually ordered our food, and one of my friend's items came out before we had even gotten our drinks. Our drinks finally arrived, then my food came out, but we were still waiting on the rest of his. Everything seemed to arrive at completely different times. We also asked for hot sauce to go with my friend's catfish at least three times and kept reminding our server, but it never came. Eventually we were basically like... never mind, we don't even need it anymore. By that point, the meal was practically over. The other thing to know: it is LOUD in here. They have a DJ, which I actually thought was fun, and the music was great, but the volume was so high that my friend and I could barely hear each other. Even our server commented that she couldn't hear us. I love a fun, lively brunch atmosphere, but it's probably a little too loud when no one at the table can actually have a conversation. BUT... the food really did redeem a lot of the experience. I got the pancakes with crispy chicken wings, and OMG. The wings were perfectly crispy and whatever spicy sauce they put on them was ridiculously good. Sweet, spicy, crispy, fluffy -- somehow it all worked together and I would absolutely order it again. My friend got the catfish with his pancakes, and the catfish was also delicious. Super crispy on the outside and really well cooked. Apparently the food here does not need hot sauce anyway, which is fortunate because you may never receive it. My Hugo Spritz was also really good once it finally made its way to me. Overall, the kitchen definitely delivered. The food was genuinely delicious and enough that I'd be willing to give this place another chance, but the service and timing need some serious work. Hopefully we just caught them on an especially hectic day. If they can get the service together (and maybe turn the DJ down just a tiny bit ), this could be such a great brunch spot.

Mile high club mimosa package
Marshay D.

5 stars for me !!! Me and my friend had a really great time for sure!!!food was very delicious!!! Like really flavorful and good portions!!! I ordered the shrimp and grits with a side pancake and I'm giving it 10/10. The shrimp and grits were seasoned perfectly and you can ask for the gravy on the side!!! The pancake was so good and buttery well worth the carbs. I don't even really care for pancakes but I heard the hype so I had to try it!!! And yes the hype was adequate!! Happy I tried it!! My friend ordered the chicken Po boy and said it was on point!!p For drinks I tried the vanilla latte with cognac which, Dominic hooked up, very good bartender and very welcoming and amicable!! We also ordered the MILE-HIGH CLUB MIMOSA PACKAGE that came with prosecco, which I love because I don't drink mimosas but prosecco is my favorite!!! This is well worth it and only $45. The service was exceptional !! I had the pleasure to have Dominic upstairs as I waited, and when we sat down, we had Kingston as our server and he was amazing! He always came back to check on us and suggested really good things off the menu. I highly recommend getting him as a server!!! The ambiance is very modern-upscale and I like it!!! It's a vibe for sure. They have outside seating as well and upstair seating with another bar and on weekends a Dj comes. It is also another bar downstairs as well that's cute! The valet is $10.00, which is not bad!! Overall, my experience was great!! I already made reservations to come back and cannot wait to try more items and drinks off the menu. This is def a place for girls brunch, date, and celebrations!! -Marshay D.

Margarita Tower
Tyler C.

Pretty cool spot with two very different vibes depending on where you sit. Upstairs is really loud during brunch, while downstairs has a much more mellow atmosphere. All of the food was great, but everything came out at different times. There was probably a 10 minute window between the first plate arriving and the last, which was a little odd when everyone is trying to eat together. They were unfortunately out of all the champagne I wanted to buy, but they did offer to discount some different bottles, which was a nice gesture. Overall, I'd probably come back at some point, but it didn't absolutely blow me away. Solid spot with good food, just nothing that made me feel like I had to come back immediately.

Delicious lunch meal
Venel S.

Had my birthday lunch here and had such a great experience! The service was amazing, and the food was absolutely delicious. Such a cute spot for brunch and drinks, especially for a birthday celebration. Definitely a must-try, and I would absolutely come back!

Mimosa package
Akisha E.

If you're looking for a brunch spot for you and your besties or a cute brunch date with your boo, Brunch & Sip is definitely worth checking out! My husband and I came for Sunday brunch with reservations, and we only waited about five minutes before our table was ready. We were seated upstairs, and while both levels had a fun, lively atmosphere, upstairs is definitely where the vibe is. That's where the DJ was, and the energy was on point. One thing I thought was a nice touch was that they had staff walking around with complimentary cocktail samples. They were featuring the Hugo Spritz. It was a little too sweet for my taste, but hey...free liquor doesn't go to waste. Our waiter was friendly, welcoming, and attentive. We started with the Hot Butter Lobster Toast $36. For our entrees, I ordered Cause Waffles Shouldn't Have All the Fun: scratch-made pancakes topped with Napa Valley Farm chicken wings tossed in a spicy WhistlePig barrel-aged maple drizzle $28. My husband ordered the Catfish & Grits $26. The lobster toast was good, but not $36 good. It came with four tiny pieces of toast, and for that price, I expected a little more. My husband really enjoyed his catfish and grits. Now...let's talk about my meal because I'm still processing it. It was pancakes and wings. In my world, pancakes automatically come with syrup, right? Well...mine didn't. When my plate hit the table, I immediately looked around thinking, "Umm...where's the syrup?" The pancakes were dry, and I found myself scanning the room trying to flag someone down before they got cold. When I finally asked for syrup, I got a look that almost made me question whether syrup even belongs on pancakes. Maybe that's just how this dish is served, but if you're ordering it and you're a syrup-on-your-pancakes person like me, ask for syrup when you place your order. It'll save you from watching your pancakes get cold while you wait. The wings, though? Those were really good. We also shared the Mile High Club Mimosa Package $45, which comes with a bottle of Avissi Prosecco and carafes of pineapple, orange, cranberry, and grapefruit juice. Definitely a fun option if you're sharing. Overall, I had a good experience. The atmosphere was great, the service was solid, and even though my meal had me scratching my head a little, there are several other things on the menu I want to try. I'll definitely be back. Oh, they have valet parking for $10, which made parking super easy.

Jennifer R.

Wow if I could rate this place 10 stars I would. Absolutely loved it here. Upon arrival we were greeted my valet which I believe is 10$. The hostesses at the door were so nice & welcoming, Gretch & Lidia have the greatest customer service. Lidia was our server & she was very attentive and very helpful with the foods on the menu. We all enjoyed our food. Drinks were amazing also. We had some mimosas and a margarita tree and between us 3 we shared & it was the perfect amount of alcohol. They have upstairs area with DJ who was playing great music! Definitely brunch style ambiance. Would definitely return!

Bomb breakfast burritos except the sauce was on the ends of the burrito which is bizarre
Jennifer E.

Welcome to the valley!! The food good that I'd come back just to try more items on the menu. Everything we had was delicious, and there were so many other dishes I already want to order next time. Except the breakfast burrito was interesting, it was technically a "wet burrito" but the middle of the burrito was facing up and the ends of the burrito were sitting in the sauce. After we asked for extra sauce (since it was at the bottom ends of the burrito) we soon realized when the bill came it was an additional $3 for a mini side of sauce. That also look 10 minutes to get to our table prior to asking for it. The drinks definitely didn't disappoint either, the frozen margarita tower was such a fun touch (HIGH ALCOHOL FAVOR, the seasonal flavors got masked by the tequila and citrus) and a huge hit with our group! Also the champagne bottle order, that comes with 4 different juices. We sat outside on the ground floor patio and loved the vibe, but I noticed they also have indoor tables, bar seating, kitchen counter seating, and an upstairs patio with its own bar. I already know I'm requesting the upstairs patio next time with the DJ!! The service was great. Everyone was so friendly, attentive, but ahead of sitting down we had reminded the waiter that we were celebrating a birthday and there was zero acknowledgment of it. That was a bummer. We're locals and love to support our local businesses.

William B.

I forgot to leave my review but I stopped by for brunch this past Father's Day. I had just came across a post of them on IG when a mutual friend posted their grand opening I believe it was. Being that it was in the valley and I've been getting asked about brunch spots; I did my due diligence to see what they were talmbout lol. There is valet and street parking available. I believe a lot of people parked behind the building in what appeared to be somewhat of an alley. Some may have even parked in the shopping center across from Firestone. I parked on the street where the shopping center was and walked down to the restaurant. Upon walking up I immediately was feeling the vibes. It was a Sunday, so a lot of Black Folks were looking their best. Which I have to applaud. There's patio seating out front prior to entering the restaurant. Appeared to be full as Peale were making reservations and waiting to be seated. I was able to walk in and get escorted to a bar section right in front of the kitchen; where I was then able to see the chef and cooks cooking. The view complemented the vibe. The ambiance was extraordinary. The second floor is accompanied by another bar amongst tables, a beautiful view and a DJ. Now, I didn't receive the best service when it came to receiving my first drink and my food. I ordered a "King Status" which is their version of a Sidecar. The drink was great but it took about 15-20 mins to receive it. I ordered the lamp chops with potatoes for there and the catfish and grits to go. I was hoping I was still going to have my drink to sip along with it but unfortunately, I finished it because it took too long for the meal to come out. I then ordered the "Birds of a Feather" to kill some more time as I waited. By the time I received my order; it was brought out to me by a different young lady who had packed everything to go. At this point I was really disappointed with the service. She then asked me if I wanted her to put it on a plate and I declined. The lamb chops and potatoes were great in my opinion. They were flavorful and seasoned pretty well. Nor were they tough. The potatoes were seasoned well also. However, the catfish was fried in what appeared to be dirty grease or oil. The fish wasn't overcooked but appeared to look as if it was. I forgot to take a pic of the grits but they were really good. Despite the lack of no cheese nor chives, I still found them to be enjoyable with the catfish. I shared my thoughts with the waitress. She was very understanding. She also provided clarity as to why I wasn't receiving the best service. As a way to make amends she was able to remove both of my drinks. So I got to drink for free in a sense. I also had the pleasure of meeting the owner or one of the owners, Brandon. Very cool guy indeed. Much respect. He was more than open to hearing about my experience. He took accountability and apologized on his staff's behalf. He too also provided clarity to the situation and gave me his number. Overall, I enjoyed the drinks. I liked the food. The ambiance and vibes were great. I'm a definitely return for another visit and keep sharing this spot with others. Just because I didn't have the best first time experience doesn't mean someone else wouldn't and that's doesn't mean my next visit will be the same. Keep a positive attitude. Stay blissful and productive.

Bar area
Mahogany C.

A friend and I dined here on a weekday early morning. We arrived at approximately 8:30 which is great because the place opens at 8. There was only one other couple in the restaurant. We were promptly seated inside. Our waiter Scotty was very polite. Had a great relaxed professional demeanor and was very helpful with the menu. We ordered the -blackened salmon and shrimp 9/10 (the salmon tasted better than the shrimp) -Catfish and grits 10/10 (great flavor profile if you eat them both together) -fish and chips 8/20 ( fish was great) -crab cakes with a very tasty tartar sauce10/10 (loved! full of crab perfectly cooked) -Fried chicken biscuit 9/10 (really enjoyed the sandwich definitely enough for two. The hot honey syrup was a great touch. The gravy was amazing. I ended up taking a separate container of gravy home with me. so delicious! Rosemary garlic potatoes -10/10 (fresh crispy and perfectly seasoned) For drinks we ordered: Yesss Kween 8/10 Butterfly water 8/10 We ordered a couple of glasses of Prosecco to end our dining experience, which was the perfect touch! Our waiter was very helpful throughout the entire dining experience. He was very comfortable with casual conversation and made sure he checked up on us throughout. When I go back, I will definitely if he's on shift and request him. Scotty, you rock! The decor of the restaurant is very comfortable, yet vibey and inviting. I love the deep green and lilac color scheme. I would love to come back during the evening to see what the mood is like. We were told there was an upstairs area that has a Dj and a small outdoor patio area on Fridays and weekends. I did not go check it out myself, but I did see a few people tour the area. As much as I love a single restroom (main dining) I can only imagine when the restaurant gets crowded. There would be a line. But it was very clean, well maintained, and decorated.

Lechet B.

Brunch & Sip was SO good! We came for Sunday brunch and everything from the food to the atmosphere was on point. The vibes were amazing, the music was good, and it was just such a fun brunch experience. We tried the Sidecar Tree, fish & grits, crab cakes, lobster mac & cheese, and pancakes, and honestly everything was delicious. The lobster mac & cheese and fish & grits were definitely standouts for me! Oh, and the lobster deviled eggs were amazing. They are not on the menu, but definitely order them. You can tell a lot of thought was put into the menu and the overall experience. Great food, great drinks, and great vibes. Definitely a new Studio City brunch spot worth checking out. 10/10 we'll absolutely be back! and of course the service was phenomenal!

Friend chicken Biscuit with gravy
Aniko G.

Loved this place! Modern, colorful, super friendly staff, and great outdoor seating (plus an upstairs DJ on weekends). ​The lobster mac, chicken biscuit with gravy, and mimosas were fantastic. But the blackened salmon and shrimp was hands down my personal favorite. Hats off to the chef on this one!!! ​It was a hot day with a few flies, but totally not their fault. The food and vibes easily made up for it. 10/10, will definitely be back!

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Outdoor seating

My hubby and I don't go out very often so we saved Firefly for a date night, and I can absolutely…read moreunderstand why this is such a popular spot for date nights and special occasions. The restaurant is gorgeous! There is something incredibly charming about the combination of the warm lighting, fireplace, and open-air dining area. We were seated in the corner beneath the open sky, facing the fireplace, which made the entire experience feel especially intimate and memorable. From the moment we arrived, the hospitality was wonderful. Our server gave us complimentary brachetto wine on the house, and we loved it so much that we got another glass. He also recommended the crispy manzanilla olives as an appetizer, which was not our first choice, but I'm so glad we did. It was a unique take on olives and they were so crispy, flavorful, and addicting to eat. For the appetizers, we had the meatball and the crispy pork belly and watermelon. We split the main entree, the mushroom papardelle and added mac and cheese with hand cut frites. The pappardelle were fresh and flavorful. The meatball was also generously portion but for me, the star of the show is the mac and cheese. I also loved the crispy pork belly with watermelon as a contrast of savory and sweet. By the time dessert arrived, I was already pretty full, but I'm so glad we made room for it. We had the sticky toffee cake and it was fantastic. My biggest recommendation is to save yourself the headache and use valet parking if you're going during peak hours. We went after 9 PM on a Sunday so there was plenty of street parking in the area. Firefly is one of those restaurants where the atmosphere, food and hospitality came together to create an experience that feels genuinely special. The only reason I'm giving them a 4 star is the parking situation and also because our frites were overly salty. We asked to send it back to the kitchen and they were kind enough to take it off the bill because we barely touched it. Definitely a restaurant I'd recommend for a romantic dinner, celebration, or simply an evening when you want to enjoy good food in a beautiful setting. I would skip out on the frites and try their other foods though.

I've been eating around this place for a while, saving it for a special time. My pickiest friend…read morewanted braised short rib and I found it on Firefly's menu. We went anyway, even though there was nothing extra special to celebrate but life, health and friendship. First off, finding parking was insane- and there was filming across the street taking up nearly all the parking for blocks- I tried. just Valet it rather than walk 6 blocks in heels. Entering this place for the first time, I was enchanted, - treated like a VIP from the parking staff, the door security, host team and servers. Our table was next to the fire place and under the open sky. I could see immediately why this place is loved for the romantic and charming ambiance. We'd planned to share a few plates but then found the prix fix menu and that made it easy. Half a fresh baguette and soft delicious butter with balsamic arrived and it was amazing. The appetizers arrived, heirloom tomatoes with burrata were the best I've had in L.A. and my friend ate most of it himself. Tuna tartar was good. Next the entrees- steak frites for me and the braised short rib for him. The steak was huge filet mignon, with a side of delicious French fries. One suggestion- eat the French fries as hot as possible. They were great and I almost missed them, focused on the steak and sharing the braised short rib with pomme puree and a mushroom sauce that was excellent. The portions were unexpectedly generous. I did not have a lot of room for dessert, but creme brûlée a sticky toffee cake were just incredible. I can't wait to come back with a less fussy dinner guest because he made what would have been an epic first visit less enjoyable than it could have been. Thanks to the several wait staff and manager who accommodated above and beyond. This place is my new favorite L.A. restaurant! I highly recommend you bring your special people to this special place.

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Firefly - Outdoor Cabanas

Outdoor Cabanas

Firefly - Outdoor Bar

Outdoor Bar

Firefly - An intimate and romantic outdoor patio

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An intimate and romantic outdoor patio

Olive & Grill - Enjoy the atmosphere

Olive & Grill

3.9(898 reviews)
0.6 mi•Studio City
•$$$
Outdoor seating
Romantic vibe

what an amazing Mediterranean restaurant that is located in studio city! i did not know about this…read moreplace until my friend mentioned about it. what won me over about this place is the fattoush salad. it is a salad inside a pita and you break the pita from the top. booking reservations for 2 was really easy. my friend booked our reservation online and was able to pick the time we wanted to come. Upon arrival, they do have valet & parking structure that is for the general public. the valet guy was nice but we ended up parking at the general parking. i love hearing the music play when walking in the restaurant. check in process was really easy & we were sat at our table immediately. the table set up was really nice. i really like that they give you a fan as a free gift. it does get hot in there. the gentleman standing at the podium was very nice and welcoming. i LOVE live dancers / performers. once we were seated, the beautiful belly dance walked over to us and she was so amazing!!! also want to give a shoutout to the gentleman playing the guitar. really lovely music he was playing. our waiter, his name is ruben and he was absolutely amazing. such nice & lovely gentleman. for our first time he really made our time memorable. he was very attentive & reassured us to make sure we were enjoying everything. we first ordered our drinks. i got the yerevan, which was really smooth. my friend got the tequila summer, it was good & refreshing. as appetizers, we got the Soujoukh with Hummus with pita breads on the side. the soujoukh was absolutely delicious and you can't really go wrong with hummus. then we got the popular fattoush salad. my goodness, that salad left us speechless..in a good way. it was refreshingly delicious. i love when a salad has bell peppers, it's soo good! the pita itself with the olive oil drizzled on top was amazing. it had this yummy crunch which i looved. then for entree, i got the chicken combo plate and my friend got the shrimp plate. both plates were 10/10. the rice was so good, loved the seasoning on top. the Lula chicken and the 5 piece chicken on the skewers were soo good! i love how the lula chicken just slides off the skewers!! it was so yum!! i most definitely recommend! my friend enjoyed his plate as well, especially the shrimp. said, shrimp was cooked perfectly. the food was absolutely amazingly delicious that we were too full to get dessert. most definitely will try their dessert next time. i hope the next time we come ruben is our waiter again!

First visit and I'm annoyed it took me this long. The outdoor space is beautiful, service was…read moreexcellent top to bottom, and the manager checked in without hovering. Fattoush was crisp and properly dressed. Chicken breast kebob cooked perfectly, which is not a given with breast meat. Portions were bigger than expected and the value is real. The Napoleon deserves its own paragraph. I had low expectations for a dessert pastry here and it was award-winning good. Get it. Hidden gem. We'll be back.

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Olive & Grill - Welcome!

Welcome!

Olive & Grill - Can you feel the breeze?

Can you feel the breeze?

Olive & Grill - Come on in!

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Come on in!

Verse - Hokkaido Milk Buns.. Brown Butter, Sesame Seeds, Murray River Salt

Verse

4.6(913 reviews)
1.5 mi•Toluca Lake
Romantic vibe
Fine dining

Verse, thank you for an amazing evening with perfect food, a beautiful setting and lovely live…read moremusic we came here to celebrate our anniversary and Verse went above and beyond to ensure we had a special night. Our server, Emmanuel, made some fantastic recommendations. We got the waygu tartare, shrimp tostada, Dungeness crab pasta , and oyster mushrooms. The tartare was hands down the best I've had-- fantastic flavor and perfect texture. Honestly u can't go wrong with anything on the menu. We will prob have to come back to try the scallops and lobster pasta. Drinks were strong but also beautifully crafted. For dessert we shared the sorbet which was a nice ending to our meal (not too sweet but also very refreshing). Verse surprised us with a delicious almond cake that reminded me of an almond croissant. Sooo good. We rly appreciated that :) Even tho we did dine here a little later in the evening, we were still able to enjoy some live music which I appreciated. Emmanuel educated us on the history of Verse as well as the lore of the menu and building itself. A true class act! All in all one of the best dining experiences I've had in a while.

Where do I even begin? Verse LA was absolutely tremendous. The atmosphere is high-end, electric,…read moreand indulgent, with live music that makes the entire experience feel extraordinary. It's easily one of the best hidden-gem speakeasy restaurants and bars in the heart of Los Angeles. From the moment you walk in, the staff welcome you with warmth and respect, going the extra mile to make you feel at home. Makayla was an outstanding host and made my wife and me feel truly welcomed. The gentlemen performing on piano and drums were beyond spectacular. Their music put us completely at ease and literally transported us to another world. I could have stayed there all night enjoying that atmosphere. Now, the food--absolutely phenomenal. Their tomahawk steak paired with their bone marrow salsa was out-of-this-world good. Every bite introduced me to flavors I had never experienced before, and that pairing alone makes me want to come back. Their milk bun bread was incredibly indulgent, and their bigeye tuna tartare was equally outstanding. The atmosphere, hospitality, live music, and food made this an exceptional experience for my wife and me. Verse LA deserves every bit of a 20/10. We will absolutely be coming back more often, and I literally cannot wait for our next visit.

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Verse - Hokkaido Milk Buns.. Brown Butter, Sesame Seeds, Murray River Salt

Hokkaido Milk Buns.. Brown Butter, Sesame Seeds, Murray River Salt

Verse - MALAMENTE                                                                             
 HIBISCUS BLANCO TEQUILA, VANILLA, BHARAT SYRUP,

MALAMENTE HIBISCUS BLANCO TEQUILA, VANILLA, BHARAT SYRUP,

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The Green Room - Cocktail lounge hidden inside Castaway with stunning views

The Green Room

4.5(700 reviews)
6.5 mi
•$$$

This place is a must visit!!!! How did I not hear about…read morethis place before? Booked a reservation easily for a Friday evening, there's not really a bad seat in the entire place. Cute cocktail bar with a view, The view is incredible at sunset on the outdoor patio. We enjoyed cocktails, beer, and the filet mignon sammie. The food was SO good. Perfect for cocktail hour, but they also serve the full menu from castaway here so you could even order dinner if you wanted. Really beautiful presentation for the cocktails, reminds me of Barton G before it closed. They have a buzz button cocktail which was super tasty! Service was extreme friendly,and accommodating. Everyone was making sure we were satisfied throughout out time there. I will for sure be back, and if you're looking for a cute date night spot this it! I will be back to try more of the tapas!

The Green Room... I am not sure why service gets such a bad rating- never had any issues with that…read more I like their signature cocktails and food options... l am giving them 4 stars only because of the most recent experience that I had... I checked the hours, and it said this place closes at 11. My friend and I came at 9... and guess what... the place was closed. Why? I don't know. We were just told that they'd decided to close early that day. Mind you, Castaway was still open that night. Why would a bar close before its posted hours? ‍

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The Green Room - Three Wishes Cocktail

Three Wishes Cocktail

The Green Room - Parmesan Proscuitto Croquette

Parmesan Proscuitto Croquette

The Green Room - TGR Patio

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TGR Patio

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