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Desert 5 Spot

3.9 (208 reviews)
Closed 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 weeks ago

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Amanda R.

Desert 5 is my go to spot in LA! I went here immediately after moving to LA, and I'm still going every week 8 months later. The environment is super fun, the people are friendly, the taco cart provides some great eats (I highly recommend the nachos), and the drinks are great. If you've ever been interested in trying line dancing, come on Wed or Fri nights for the lessons. They're always hosting new events too! Be sure to check it out!

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Jynelle Christine S.

Cool bar with great vibes! I was a little skeptical at first since I don't really listen to country music but the DJ was great :) - they did a nice mix of dance/pop/country music. While the drinks are pricey, they are good and I did see that bartenders will adjust the drink for you if it's not quite to your liking!

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Erin O.

Looking for a spot where cowboy boots are not just accepted but encouraged on a night out in LA? If you've ever wondered what would happen if a vintage Western movie and Coachella had a rooftop baby in Hollywood--congrats, you've found it. The view? A killer panorama of Los Angeles. Perfect for sipping a craft cocktail while contemplating both the beauty of the skyline and the existential dread of your rent. Everything glows gold at sunset, and yes, it makes everyone look like an Instagram filter come to life. The vibe? Imagine a Nashville dive bar got lost in Joshua Tree, found Wi-Fi, and became a lifestyle brand. Golden disco-ball boots hang from the ceiling. People dress like they might line dance at any moment or break into a Levi's ad. The drinks? Spicy margaritas that'll slap you back to your senses, and frozen cocktails served in boots, because why the hell not? If you're looking for subtle, keep walking. But if you're down to two-step under a disco boots, dodge a few rhinestone hats, and sip tequila with a view, Desert 5 Spot is your weird little rooftop paradise.

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Bayley P.

What is not to love??? Line dancing, live bands, DJs, karaoke, amazing signature cocktails by talented baristas, and security and management that really care about the fun and safety of everyone. I could go into insane detail about how much this bar means to me... but I think it would be best for you to see for yourself!! I'll see you there

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Ashley C.

this bar is one of the most fun in all of hollywood. from line dancing lessons, live band, and dj combination it's always a good time. the drinks are yummy and they have a food cart that has tacos and quesadillas. always a great time coming here to dance!

Jon B.

Came to The 5 while staying at the Autograph . Really authentic Mexican tacos with all the fixins- nothing more - nothing less . Great view too Ana cool western vibe !! Steak tacos ! Si !!

Michael A.

Desert 5 Spot was a completely unplanned discovery thanks to Yelp! After eating nearby at Hui Tou Xiang on Cahuenga, we were looking for a cool place to grab a drink at before calling it a night. Desert 5 Spot ended up being exactly what we were hoping to find. While our time here was short, it was very memorable thanks to the delicious drinks, impeccable service, fun decor, great happy hour deals, and top notch atmosphere. If you haven't been, I'd highly recommend checking this place out. It will not disappoint!

Frontier Fridays!  Tacos 2 for $6! FALSE ADVERTISING!!
Steven W.

Staying at the Volume Tribute Hotel and this rooftop bar is part of the Hotel Group. We saw this ad outside the door for Frontier Fridays - Tacos 2 for $6 and thought we would give it a try. To get the tacos, you buy tickets from the bar - each ticket gets you 2 tacos. Sounds simple enough. I ordered two tickets, and the check is for $21.95. When the bartender finally came back around, I mentioned that tacos should have been 2 for $6. He asked "what makes you think that?" I said, the sign by the entrance door. He said - "nope - not our sign - probably someone else's". I disagreed with him and he again pushed back "we don't have a special - they aren't that price." So I had him void the check and left. On my way out, I took a pic of the advertising card, and the bouncer at the door confirmed they were on special. If you choose to go to this establishment, check your receipts - you may get overcharged by a pompous bartender that doesn't live by the rules!

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Ask the Community - Desert 5 Spot

What's the price of admission for Soft Spot songwriters on Tuesdays?

No cover.

Is there a happy hour?

Until 8pm on weekdays

How are the dancing nites? Used to go to Oil Can Harry's in Studio City before it closed during covid. Looking for a great spot to two step and line dance. Is there even room? I can't tell from the pics. Thx

We teach 7 to 10 on Friday and Wednesday nights. Line dancing. Come join the fun!

Is there a long wait on a Friday/Saturday night?

Came on a Friday around 10:30 and waited for 20-30 mins

Is there parking at the Hotel for just rooftop customers? If not, is there secured parking close by?

Not 100% sure about public parking. There is a good amount of free street parking around the area. Unfortunately, Plenty of homeless Around. My friends car was parked on the street for 3 days without a problem

There is a pool...? Or is that just decoration?

There's a pool for hotel guests.

Question- Yelp says Sunday closed but website and Insta say Sundays are open?

Insta will be your best bet for updated hours. Yelp is a bit of an afterthought. Sundays pool party… Read more

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Review Highlights - Desert 5 Spot

Located on the top floor of the Tommie Hotel in Hollywood, this retro cowboy bar is a vibe.

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The Mulberry - Cheesecake

The Mulberry

4.1(103 reviews)
7.6 miSawtelle

What went well? EVERYTHING. Food, service, ambiance, all fabulous! Not one bad bite, not one…read moreflaw. Well, I guess the only flaw is that I don't have two stomachs. Oh well, I'll have to come back bc there are still things I want to try. This time, the highlight was the fried chicken wings. Wow, that crisp! Loved the Caesar, the kimchi pancake, the acorn noodles, the short rib, and the hotteok for dessert. What a meal.

Parking: street parking can be rough to find during peak dinner time on weekends but not bad early…read moreevening on weekdays Reservations: Limited availability on Resy makes it seem harder to get though we were able to make one. Tables looked available around 5pm though so walk-ins could be possible. Ambiance: Outside was nice and inside looked dimly lit and romantic. We were seated promptly and service was good. Food: Rice slushy had a strangely strong cinnamon-like taste to it that traditional rice punch doesn't have which was so overpowering, it made it difficult to go back for more sips. Oysters - good though small, enjoyed the kelp mignonette Korean Aguachile - Delicate tilefish completely overwhelmed by cold kimchi broth with actual icy slush in it and small amounts of fish Steak Tartare - The hot stone bowl seemed to defeat the purpose of a tartare, as it cooked the steak once mixed. The perilla leaves were also cut in large strips relative to the beef. Chilled Acorn Noodle - The perilla oil was nonexistent in flavor though the dish didn't need it and was good without. Overall, portions were small for the price and dishes weren't well-executed so despite being excited for more Korean options in West LA, I'd much rather make the drive to Koreatown for better portions, prices, and flavors.

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The Mulberry - Salad, had too much white lettuce which was very bitter 7/10

Salad, had too much white lettuce which was very bitter 7/10

The Mulberry - Acorn noodles

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The Lucky Tiki - Whatever floats your boat was also delicious.

The Lucky Tiki

4.5(46 reviews)
7.9 miHighland Park

I have always loved tiki bars because I love themed experiences. But recently, that love has ramped…read moreup a notch. I've been going to them more and more, and The Lucky Tiki was one I definitely had to try out. First off, I have to praise 1933 group because I have loved every single bar they have revitalized and this one is no different. In keeping with their MO, The Lucky Tiki is a speakeasy with a vintage vibe. I won't give away how to get in but let's just say, it's near the front of Highland Park Bowl. My husband and I didn't have a reservation, but we were able to put our name in and got seated about an hour or so later. I was amazed as soon as I walked in the door! It's just floor to ceiling decorated with everything tiki. So many fun details and even interactive elements that turn on when a particular drink was ordered. That was probably my favorite part honestly. We ordered the Tiki Diablo, which is a large tiki drink with a flaming volcano. And yes it does have an interactive element. It was really good. Very fruity and strong, but not overly so. Service was excellent. Our waitress was on it and even waited to make sure my husband was back from the bathroom before lighting our drink on fire. We didn't try any food this time, but a lot of people were ordering the Hawaiian pizza. Do with that what you may. Will definitely be back ti try more drinks and food. Was the perfect spot for a lively date night!

FYI this place requires reservations, yet they apparently do not honor reservations…read more I have friends coming into town from Greece, so I made a reservation because they love tiki but have no way of experiencing it in Greece, and so they even got aloha shirts to wear. So after having a reservation for weeks, I get a text from this place saying someone booked a private event so my reservation is cancelled. How about instead of accepting $$$ for a private event that will deny customers their reservation, they make the private event work around what is available? Terrible way of doing business, but I hope they get lots of $$$ and engagement for the privileged private event attendees.

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The Lucky Tiki - The Lucky Tiki

The Lucky Tiki

The Lucky Tiki - Funky & cool décor.

Funky & cool décor.

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The Hideaway - The Hideaway Patio inside the Rodeo Collection

The Hideaway

4.0(863 reviews)
4.6 mi
$$$$
Outdoor seating
Romantic vibe

This place is awesome…read more First off the ambiance is like Disneyland (in a good way). It feels like you're in Encanto or Coco. Very cool. The service and staff is top notch as you would expect in this part of town. The food is absolutely incredible the steak was cooked perfectly, the appetizer are delightful and plentiful. Great place for a meal or a party

We usually come here for happy hour with my coworkers so I'm surprised I haven't reviewed this…read moreplace yet. The Hideaway is exactly that. A small restaurant located inside this plaza in Beverly Hills that you would never know about unless someone told you. Every time I've been, the waiters, service and management have been so nice and come check on you constantly. There are several sections in the restaurant (I think 3 but I could be wrong), but we've dined in the main room which has a retractable ceiling for when it's too sunny out, they have a bar area that has a small little lounge section in the back of it, and it looks like there may be another section that I haven't been to. The place definitely gives off those Latin vibes and you feel it once you arrive. As for the food, my boss ordered appetizers for the table, which were shrimp tacos, flautas, and empanadas which were all very good! My favorite were the flautas with guac. For my main dish I went with the Chilean sea bass with a side of broccolini and rice. That sea bass was phenomenal! It had a nice sweet glaze on it with a very slit crisp texture on the top. One of the best! The Hideaway goes down as one of my favorite spots in Beverly Hills and I highly recommend checking it out. OOOOO 5 out of 5 Afros

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The Hideaway - The Hideaway

The Hideaway

The Hideaway - The Hideaway inside the Rodeo Collection

The Hideaway inside the Rodeo Collection

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Her Little Bar - Cool bar top!

Her Little Bar

4.2(38 reviews)
2.8 miMid-Wilshire

Her Little Bar is a great spot and the vibe is significantly improved under the new ownership. It's…read morealready attracting a fun and friendly mixed crowd of locals as well as people from across the city looking for an agro-free good time. The bar staff know what they are doing and they are welcoming, chatty and chill. It feels like they actually want you there! My wife and I already love to swing by for a couple of post dinner drinks but we'll be back for some game day fun too - they have a bunch of screens. They don't do food BUT the couple who now own Her Little Bar also own a bunch of the restaurants nearby (Her Thai, Met Him At A Bar, and the recently opened The Night We Met). There are other great options too and whatever you go for, you can eat it in the bar. There's a good selection of drinks and the cocktails are solid. We already have a solid pub/microbrewery but this is a great bar with a different vibe. A bar has been in this location for years but we really love this new incarnation. The corridor between Wilshire Blvd and W 9th is becoming a great pocket for food and drink with good people looking for BS free good times and the Her Little Bar crowd, staff and management are a great example that. A welcome addition to the neighborhood.

I came here with friends on a quiet Wednesday night. There are a lot of good choices for bars in…read morethe area but I am so happy we came here. They had a good selection of beers and my friends got their cocktails done perfectly. There was maybe one to two other people in this bar when we walked in. We had a booth all to ourselves. A good night at a solid bar in the neighborhood. I was a local, I'd be here more often.

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Her Little Bar - The iconic mermaid and my beer

The iconic mermaid and my beer

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Her Little Bar - Her Little bar Bartender Vinny was great host and he was attentive and great service. This place is an amazing dive bar.

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Her Little bar Bartender Vinny was great host and he was attentive and great service. This place is an amazing dive bar.

The Obscure Distillery - First drink on the wall.

The Obscure Distillery

4.5(205 reviews)
7.1 miArts District, Downtown

Obsessed with this place. It's giving spooky, moody, slightly witchy vibes,, in a willow-era Taylor…read moreSwift kind of way. Cocktails are strong and actually well done, but what makes it stand out is the experience. There's a learning component woven in, which makes it feel more intentional than your average bar. It's one of those spots you go to when you want something different... not just another loud bar.. something immersive and a little mysterious.

I had such a great experience and definitely worth checking out! The overall vibe was amazing, and…read moreyou can tell they really care about the experience from start to finish. The drinks were strong (in the best way ) but still super smooth and enjoyable. Shoutout to Rich for being such an incredible host--he made our group feel welcomed, taken care of, and really elevated the whole experience. A couple things to note: there is parking available, but it is paid (you can either text to pay or use the kiosk machines). The experience itself lasts about 40-60 minutes, which felt like the perfect amount of time. The only downside for me was that the bathroom is shared for both genders. For safety reasons, I personally wish they were separate--so ladies, I'd recommend going with someone just to be safe. You just never know. They also give you a little treat afterwards, which was a really nice touch and a sweet way to end the visit! Overall, I'd definitely come back and recommend it to others

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The Obscure Distillery - Divine Paradox

Divine Paradox

The Obscure Distillery - Upon entering

Upon entering

The Obscure Distillery - The scenic bar

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The scenic bar

Wolf & Crane Bar - Don't Be Shy-Pisco, Pear,Gruner,Citrus, Lychee,Jasmine Green Tea,Bubbly Water, Sage, Bachelor Button.

Wolf & Crane Bar

4.2(821 reviews)
6.4 miLittle Tokyo, Downtown
$$

Sleek cocktail bar located smack dab in the center of the high foot traffic area of Little Tokyo…read more A great selection of whiskey and a solid cocktail menu with good happy hour specials. It's not surprising given the neighborhood and decor, but I think they lean towards more Japanese spirits and beers. For someone like me who's never been to Japan I feel like there's a traditional Japanese theme going on inside with lots of wood. A few friends and I came here on a holiday before dinner. Happy hour specials were still going on. I'm not sure if they thought they were gonna get that much business on a holiday but I think there's only maybe one or two people behind the bar. Since it was early when we got there, it was still not that crowded. I got the special which was a shot of Japanese whisky and a beer. Great price! Haha. I've walked by before where this place is really crowded so I assume there's a lot more people working behind the bar during the regular busy hours. Just a great place to grab drink drinks.

We were at Little Tokyo over the weekend and saw this business with the catch-y name and had to go…read moreinside. You must be 21 to enter. No exceptions, as I witnessed a family who really wanted to come in but had an 18 yr old so they weren't allowed in and because they had a minor with them they couldn't even sit outside in their seating area. Always good to know. Inside the bar got super busy. The inside was a bit dark but again it is a bar. I like the decor and the bar seating was packed. The drinks were good if you like whiskey they have it along with lists of beer options. Nice spot to try out.

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Wolf & Crane Bar - Seasonal cocktails

Seasonal cocktails

Wolf & Crane Bar - Ichigo ichie

Ichigo ichie

Wolf & Crane Bar - IG: @ammysalamii

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IG: @ammysalamii

Anju House - covered patio seating

Anju House

4.4(694 reviews)
2.5 miKoreatown
$$
Outdoor seating
Happy hour specials

It was my first time here. The place is very nice and love the decor…read more The parking is valet or street parking. The service was very good. The chicken was a little in the dry side but overall all the food was good. We will be back!

I'll start with the positives. The location is very nice. Designed with an elegant, but…read moreminimalistic vibe. I love that, traditional mixed modern social dining feel. I had placed a phone order, for pick up; upon arrival, I found the service was prompt. I saw my food ready to go, just past the main walk-in area. Almost immediately after that, I was taken care of by the host and on my way. I've been waiting to try this place for ages so on the drive back to work I was excited to steal a piece of meat from the bag. Initial bite flavor was good, meat was tender just a bit on the chewy side.. I wasn't bothered by it too much as I'd have to leave it in an oven warmer at work. Trying to keep food warm, in doing so, I knew there'd be only two possible outcomes, melting tender or either tough & dry. So, the dish of meat and rice sat in the warmer for almost an hour hour and a half. The downhill slope.... Set the "meat " on the veggies and began to eat. Meat after meat, I kept experiencing the same exact texture. It was the same exact rubbery chew, I initially tasted. Each and every piece was the same exact flavor. There was no peak, there was no pitfall. If you cook or grill, you know this is a red flag. Normally, consistency would be a good thing, a Master craftsman type experience, but this was NOT it. As go on, I get the sinking feeling, this can't be real meat. I lock in, the deeper I dig, each piece looks the same, broken apart the same, tastes the same, just various shapes. They can call me crazy for this one - I'll stand by it. Something is not right here. I'm not even going to throw it away. I'm going to study it for the next few days and post an updated review. I hope I'm wrong but as of right now, I'll never revisit this place. Too freaky of an experience. We

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Anju House - Inside

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Anju House

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