Chill people here.... Steven makes you feel right at home. Open Mic Thursday night if you play come…read moredown. 2 songs and people are listening. Every kind of style and it is so great to hear originals . Beer and wings why not . Free parking . What else can I say ???? Plenty of seats .

Soooooo my partner and I were tired one evening, a Thursday I think, we didn't feel like cooking…read moreand we're like hell lets go to a bar, have a drink and eat bar food! Boyyy did we finally find our spot!! Reminds me of those awesome family-owned neighborhood bars back in Champaign-Urbana (yes, Illinos but we're Angelenos)...the kind you don't really plan for, but end up talking about later. We've been here twice now and honestly? We love it! First time, there was live music, open mic night. Just people showing up, putting their heart out there. No pretentious vibe, just good energy. Second time, there was line dancing. And if you bought one of the drinks you got a raffle ticket for free classes. Completely different night, same welcoming feel. How cool is that?!! The thing about this place is that it shifts, but sort of still feels like home. The first night it was raining, and they let us bring in our 3-month-old poodle, Kopi, without hesitation. Not only that! they offered him a blanket!!! A blanket!!! For our dog!!! Yeah...that told me everything. They kept checking in on us, making sure we were taken care of, recommending drinks like we were regulars. And there were clearly many regulars there. Drinks were solid...good cider, good beer, good mixed drinks. And the food? Omg! The food!!! Honestly fucking underrated (can I curse?). Way better than you'd expect from a bar, though to be fair some of the best food I've had has been from a bar's kitchen.. You know.... the kind of food where you take a bite...and your eyebrow rises just a tad...you pause and are like....okay wait, this is really freaking good! Nothing about this place is trying too hard and that's exactly why it works. It's just people, music, drinks, awesome food....and a space that feels lived in. We'll definitely be back.

Food with a bit of a unique twist. We got the BELT sandwich and were clueless when I ordered, but…read morewhen it came out, I realized it was belly, egg, arugula, and tomato; a soft play on BLT. I expected it to be light, and it was even lighter than I was expecting, but unique and good. The drumlettes were good, seasoned like tandoori chicken. They looked good and incentivized the table next to us to order the same. I had their non-alcoholic beer option.. Ambiance: The wide windows are wonderful for seeing the sky change colors if you happen to be around at sunset. Vibe: Loud, social! Speak up! Families, couples playing catch up, groups of guys catching up. Service: our waitress was competent, confident, experienced.

Solid beers on tap. We tried: Freshly Krushed, Bring the Noise, and Pure Intention…read more We weren't hungry but just more wanting something to nosh on while we sippin... do NOT sleep on the flatbreads! Everything was super fresh, the crust was incredible and now I wish we were actually hungry before we stopped in lol. We will be back!

Excellent service. Waitstaff's and cashiers were friendly…read more Food and appetizer were great! Ambiance friendly for couples, friends, and family. 4-27-2026

Birria at Brews Hall!…read more Brews Hall is currently celebrating the month of Birria this May and they're offering a line of different Birria dishes and drink specials. Among the specials are Birria nachos, Birria quesadilla, Birria pizza and Birria burrito. I got to the Birria nachos recently and was quite impressed with the quality and large size. For $14.95, we got a humongous portion of crisp tortilla chips piled with pico de gallo, jalapeño, cilantro, and tender Birria drizzled with lots of queso and lime cilantro creams. Off to the side was a generous side of guacamole. It was more than enough for sharing. It was loaded, cheesy, crunchy and packed with flavor. It was absolutecomfort food/happy hour perfection. Brews Hall is always a hit and happy to be able to partake in their delicious month of birria celebration!

this is kind of a hidden gem or a if you know you know kind of spot, it's tucked away in the back…read moreof a few buildings and the vibe is definitely cute. They have a food truck there, not sure if it's different every time but it's a cool little add on since monkish doesn't serve actually food inside- just beer. Their beers are really good as well I did try a pina colada seltzer and it got the job done haha but it was also pretty good. Perfect for a date, or to chill with friends! The outside area is quite spacious but I can see how it can get busy and crowded on busy nights.

Been coming here for years since the pandemic…read more Great selection of Double & Triples - I love how they keep switching things up and always have the staples available Music always slaps and the vibe is casual & chillaxed Absolutely love how they almost always have different food trucks rotating through Everyone I have met here has been blown away by the quality beers, awesome service, & dope ambiance Thanks Monkish

Omgosh so glad to find this place. Perfection. Delicious food, live band, wonderful service, and…read morereasonable prices in Hollywood Riviera. I hadn't had a pastrami sandwich in decades but am so glad I tried Craftsman's pastrami. Addicted! Perfect balance of savory and a bit of sweet. Great quality pastrami too. And the friendly, welcoming service was much appreciated! Felt like hanging out at a friend's place. Absolutely will be back!

It was my first time visiting The CraftsMan, and I had been hearing so many great things since the…read morenew owners took over. I decided to celebrate my birthday there, and I truly didn't expect the kind of experience I ended up having. From the moment we walked in, the owners personally welcomed us. The place was completely packed, not a single table was empty, yet somehow everything ran so smoothly. Our drinks and food came out quickly, hot, and absolutely delicious. Honestly, it was by far the best burger and Philly cheesesteak we've ever had. What really stood out to me was how present and attentive the owners were. They were on top of everything while still being kind, warm, and genuinely friendly.The whole place had such a welcoming, family-like atmosphere. That night they had a live country band, and it made everything even more special. It was lively and full of joy. Even though there wasn't much space or a dance floor, people still got up and danced; including myself! Seeing the smiles and happiness on everyone's faces felt like watching a big family celebration. It was such a beautiful sense of community. To top it all off, the band ended the night by singing "Happy Birthday" to me. I felt so celebrated and honestly a little spoiled in the best way. If you're just looking for "food," you can go anywhere. But if you want high-quality, flavorful food, outstanding service, and a place where you truly feel at home -- this is it. Highly, highly recommend!

Almost embarrassed I haven't updated this…read more Service means sitting with Frankie at the bar and listening to good jams, attentive service and seeing some familiar faces. It is reminiscent of a Cheers vibe. Food has changed over the years but it's still good. Sometimes we've had a hit or miss meal but it's because there are changes. I am a creature of habit! Most of the items on the menu are delicious and generous. The kitchen does a great job at all the small special details I ask for!

Stopped by with a small group after celebrating the relay for life cancer event for lunch on a…read moreSaturday. We were sat right away on the patio, and that was the only thing that happened quickly. Ordering food took forever. We had to grab our own menus. The beer for my friend was served in a dirty glass. They checked in on my friend and said they'd bring her a new one but didn't. She went to the bar to get it herself. My other friend was told they didn't have the exact glass and it took a while for them to bring out the beer. We had three kids with us and the kids food took forever and the portions were small. Refills on sodas took a while. They were overloaded with ice. As for my food, the pizza looked good from the top but there was no crisp, no chew to the crust. I ordered their pepperoni. I felt the rosemary was overpowering. The undercarriage was blonder than a golden locked surfer. Some of the meals required utensils and we had to repeatedly ask for utensils, only to have them eventually hand out low budget plastic to-go cutlery. I guess it was better than eating the slaw with the fingers. The server was apologetic. One of us ordered a burger. The bun disintegrated. It was a gluten free bun. I did appreciate them subbing it out when they found my friend was vegan. The server was friendly. I think they were understaffed. Bottom line, would I go back? No. No. And No.

Absolution Brewing was an unexpected find but a pleasant find nonetheless! It wasn't on my "to try"…read morelist but was more of a spontaneous experience. Steve and I weren't disappointed in what we had either! What we drank was the FLOC'ing Great IPA. This was kind of a fun one as we appreciated the retro nod as far as the art and decor goes on the can and what have you. Flavor highlights with this beer are fruity, citrusy and dank. The beer is light bodied and has a bright color to it. Fun and enjoyable which made this beer experience a pleasant surprise!

Oh wow this place it's really good in all Aspects, with…read morefriends or family there is fun for all ages. I love the lagers and IPS from here, it's always pretty crowded but their beers are really good also they have good prices. Staff is always very organized and they have enough people to make the customers well attended. Oh I love the deco is really nice.

Love this place! Awesome neighborhood spot. Great atmosphere, great service, great beer and…read moredelicious food!

the food was super yummy! we got the buffalo chicken wrap, caesar chicken wrap, smash burger, and…read morestank burger. all of the cod was super good and decent portions. and the fries and tater tots/fries are so crispy. i also loved their ranch. we also got the sweet chili garlic wings, they were delicious, crispy and the sauce had a nice kick and was buttery. the drinks were also pretty good! the service was super fast, it is self seating and you go up to the front to order. but our food came out super quickly and the employees were super nice and always asked if we needed anything else. it definitely is a fun place to go and watch any games (the dodgers game was on today!) and i definitely want to go back in the daytime and eat on the patio

My husband wanted a party for his 50th birthday and what a better place than a brewery!…read more We decided on an 80's theme and looked at different breweries in LB and in OC and decided on this hidden gem. Michelle and Melissa were very accommodating to all of our needs and concerns. All 150 of our guests had an amazing time... they loved the pizza, the casual atmosphere, and the amazing beers. Thank you Five Point Five Brewery for making my husbands 50th a memorable one!

Look, I stumbled into Five Points Brewing not really knowing what to expect... and walked out…read moregenuinely impressed. Ordered a stout and it was exactly what a stout should be. Dark, rich, not overdone. These brewmaster know what they are doing behind the bar... that is for sure. The real surprise though? They've got this back area that is just kind of charming. Good vibe, the kind of spot where you lose track of time without trying too hard. California has no shortage of breweries competing for your attention and your wallet... Five Points earns it. Solid pour, solid spot. Good location for my lax layovers I'll be back.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

I love this place. Lately, I have been disappointed when we go out to eat…read more This place really stands out and shines. We have been twice and have been extremely happy w the food choices. Do not bypass the special's menu. Our server was very friendly and gave amazing recommendations both visits. He is a shining star. Love this place. Awesome beer, Excellent food. Be forewarned. Their habanero mango house made hot sauce. Use sparingly. It has a kick. Once on the lips, it will be tingling for some time. But in a good way if you like spicy. Your lips will instantaneously feel vivacious, like lip plumping serum. No injections needed. you should thank the kitchen staff on your way out. Oh and I almost forgot. It is family friendly with games to keep the kids entertained. Jenga anyone?

Was in town looking for some good food and drinks. While we were standing outside checking out the…read moremenu one of the chefs came out and was super friendly. He gave us a great recommendation and said this was one of the best spots near the pier. The reviews looked good too so he definitely sold us on giving it a try. When we walked in we didn't see anyone at first so I asked a host if we could sit anywhere. His attitude was terrible. He was rude, had this arrogant vibe, and completely threw us off. That alone made us walk right back out because we didn't want to be served by someone acting like that. Shoutout to the chef though because he was genuinely nice, helpful, and even made us laugh. Maybe I would give this place another chance in the future but if that same host is there we will probably skip it again.