I recently had a birthday party here and I cannot say enough great things about the owners! They…read morewere always available to me and were very accommodating. I thought it was a great price and the venue is so cute. I would highly recommend hosting an event here of any kind. They have a dj booth and a stage, in case live music is your thing. There is ample parking in the front and back as well as spacious bathrooms. The drinks were great too! They will definitely have me as a return customer.

Yes, when my Mom passed away, Daniel helped me have her Repast/Memorial after the Funeral and it…read morewent super well, I highly recommend the location, it was a literal blessing for me.

False Advertising and Total Failure of a "Speakeasy"…read more This place should not call itself a speakeasy. According to their website, they are strict about dress code, reservations, and no large parties. None of that was enforced. People arrived wearing sports clothes, tennis shoes, and flip-flops, and a group of more than 10 people was allowed in. That group was loud, drunk, and screaming, completely destroying any speakeasy ambiance. We had a reservation booked one week in advance for 2 tables of six, yet by 8:30 pm, we were told no food was available, despite the bar being almost empty. The water was already on the table when we arrived and tasted strongly of chlorine, with no ice. The waitress was clearly new, untrained, and unprepared. She did not know the menu, didn't know how to take an order properly, and provided no guidance whatsoever. There was one bartender Ricardo, who took over an hour to prepare cocktails and showed no sense of urgency or care. The dramatic cocktail descriptions sounded impressive, but the drinks did not match the descriptions at all. Because of the delays, we were never even able to properly toast or celebrate our friend. The charcuterie board took forever and arrived with an absurd amount of cheese and only six pieces of bread. To make things worse, part of the food we ordered never arrived at all. The live jazz band advertised and promised never showed up. When asked, the staff responded with: "I don't know, they were supposed to be here. I don't have their phone number." That level of disorganization is unacceptable. At the end of the night, we were shocked to receive a check close to $600 for two tables, despite each person only having one cocktail and shared food. The bartender, Ricardo, approached us and said: "Well, sorry, we really tried tonight! It wasn't the best, but we tried." Honestly, that comment made the experience even more frustrating. I can't imagine how bad it would have been if they hadn't "tried."That statement perfectly summarizes the problem -- trying is not enough when everything fails. I would not recommend this place for a speakeasy experience. This is not a speakeasy. It's a poorly run bar hiding behind a concept it does not deliver. Do not recommend.

I give it a 1 because 0 was not an option. Absolute disaster. Avoid this place at all costs. What…read morewas supposed to be a classy night celebrating a 50th birthday turned into a complete nightmare. This is not a speakeasy, it's a tiny, rundown bar pretending to be something it's not. The staff was inexperienced, dismissive, and unprofessional. Drinks were outrageously overpriced and took forever to arrive. The food was a joke, a $60 charcuterie board made up of cheap grocery store cheese, ham, and crackers that didn't come close to justifying the price. We were served warm water that tasted like chlorine, and the response from staff was literally "I don't know, I just work here." At one point both waitresses vanished, leaving the bartender overwhelmed and everything grinding to a halt. The live jazz band they advertise never showed up, and staff had no explanation or contact info. The so-called dress code was completely ignored, with groups in jeans and sneakers flooding in, turning the place loud, chaotic, and classless. This place delivers nothing it promises. It's not a speakeasy, it's a poorly run bar that shouldn't be in business. Strongly do not recommend, and honestly, I want my money back.

We had the opportunity to witness greatness at The View with the artist Donald Hayes, and let me…read moretell you -- he brought it. That saxophone was TALKING. He did the damn thang, and the vibe in the room was everything. Truly an amazing night. The venue itself is beautiful, and entry was seamless -- no hassle getting in, which I always appreciate. There is a 2-drink minimum, but no complaints there because the drinks did not disappoint. Now, let's talk food... We ordered chicken tacos, which took so long to come out I honestly forgot to take a picture. My hubster ordered the chicken wings and fries. Unfortunately, the fries were definitely undercooked, and the chicken was very light-skinned -- it could have been cooked much more. The food overall needs work, and that part was disappointing compared to the rest of the experience. That said, the artist + atmosphere combo was top-tier. I would absolutely come back for the music and the vibe, but next time, I'd skip the food and stick to drinks only. Great night, unforgettable performance -- just room for improvement in the kitchen.

I had a great time. I attended as an honoree, the Community Reception of MPAC, Thank Rev. Tulloss…read morefor the honor and Steve Bradford for the kind introduction. A full multi purpose music venue for DJ inspired events or live performances. There is a stage, booth and table seating, dance floor, large video screen and professional stage lighting. Located in Torrance, View Music Bar has plenty of free open air parking. There is a full bar and a limited menu serving food items such as flatbreads, wings and sliders. The drinks are a bit overpriced but great venue space.

We had a fun time at this club. They don't serve food so bring your own. They have a full bar with…read moreexcellent bartenders. They were kind enough to reserve the back of the location for a friend's retirement party for nearly 50 people. We had a lot of fun. We brought in pizza, salads and cookies and most of our guests ordered alcoholic beverages - some in unique containers. Parking outside was plentiful. It's a very good place for special events or just relaxing at their bar.

STEPH JUDGEMENT: Great decor, music, drinks, and service…read more Our part of four made it in time for the Hula Happy Hour ($3 off select drinks 4-6pm). I was intrigued by the Tropical espresso martini--you don't see these on tiki bar menus usually, but this one was very good. Others got the following cocktails and enjoyed them: Sweater Weather, El Diablo (the chili horns garnish really makes it), and Nor Easter. The drinks were well-crafted by our friendly bartender. None of the sickly sweet stuff here. No food, but there are plenty of restaurants in the shopping center. It turned out to be a great spot for pre-dinner drinks, and I'm eager to return!

Ate here for an easy dinner to watch the baseball game. What a great spot that is convenient for…read morehotel guests. For the price, I was astonished at the quality of food. It all tasted good and everyone was happy. Pizza not pictured had raving reviews from the little ones and grandparents.

I'm sitting at the bar while writing this. So this is not my first time here…read more The place is happening, like a few folks diverse for sure. I like their Fish and chips and the bar is right. However, im big on C.S. 3 bartenders maybe 1 or 2 servers I think. All three bartenders was behind the Bar all looked at me, 2 walked passed me. No one greeted me for 15 mins. I'm the only one at the Bar with only a menu in front of them. EVERYONE else had a drink and I'm solo. I'm hotttttt. One guy finally came took my order after I stared them down. I timed them. Now this isn't he only time I experienced this here. So imma chalk it up to life. So this is wild. Dude that took my drink order came asked me if I was ready to order food! I told him make the drink and come back (he had a glass in his hand) 20 mins later...SMH remember im keeping time. #DoWithThisWhatYouWant #HaveYourOwnExperience

Love the remodel vibe, and the views are spectacular. We arrived a few minutes after opening, there…read morewas an option for indoor bar service or outdoor. We opted to go outside, and service was fast and friendly. We sat and enjoyed the views and weather and this place quickly got busy with many people. Some were casual and some ready for a night out. The views of long beach are fantastic with this perfect sunny weather this place is a must.

This is where all the cool kids go for drinks…read more You are - literally- at the top of a classic building in Long Beach. The vibe is upscale mellow. The drinks are crazy pricey. But , what the heck, it's very cool

ALTER EGO wasn't even on my radar until tonight, and now I'm wondering how on earth did I miss this…read morelittle slice of date‑night gold? HELLOW! This hidden gem lives inside the newly renovated Fairmont Breakers in Long Beach, and for all my Fairmont regulars: relax, you're in good hands, their world-renowned elegance remains intact. PARKING Valet is only $10, which in Southern California basically qualifies as a love language. (Note to Fairmont Breakers Management: Listen up, my friends! Please keep it that way, gas is $5.97/gallon and my wallet is already in therapy.) I handed the valet a $5 tip before I even stepped out of my car, just so I could glide into the lobby feeling like a full‑blown princess making her grand entrance. Before you leave, you simply pay the valet in cash or card and they'll have your car right there before you can even blink. AMBIANCE Walk in and boom! A towering, beautifully decorated Christmas tree greets you like it's auditioning for a holiday movie. Check out my photos; the whole lobby whispers one word: sophisticated. Oooh, I love that tree! Hang a right, stroll to the end of the hall, and you'll find ALTER EGO, a dark, cozy lounge that feels like the perfect hideaway for a date where you actually want to hear each other talk. Live music starts at 7 PM, the bar closes at 10, and honestly... that's ideal for those of us over 50 who consider 10 PM the witching hour for pajamas. Rob Fontana was performing tonight, and his music was so good I found myself time‑traveling back to the good old days. Every song hit, Rob. Good job! SERVICE Our server, Nia, was a star. Attentive, sharp memory, and smooth service all the way through. Zero notes. FOOD The menu is small, so if you show up ravenous, pace yourself or plan to Uber home after a cocktail‑heavy evening. I'm allergic to cheese, so I had to double‑check ingredients, but the Mushroom Flatbread was outstanding, flavor was superb and the best part was they did not skimp on the mushrooms! A+ for that. I also tried the Prosciutto di Parma with melon, which is a strange combo for a California girl... but hey, I never said I wasn't a weirdo. Drinks are not my thing since I enjoy company without alcohol's help, so I can't help you with that. DATE‑WORTHY OR NOT? Absolutely. Alter Ego gets a double thumbs‑up from me and a strong recommendation for your next Silver Singles date. It's easy to find, the seating is comfortable (even for those of us with backs that like to complain), and they even offer tube pillows for extra support. Tell me that's not romance.

Went there for girlfriend time! Nice ambiance…read more I ordered the mushroom flatbread and thy used the nice mushrooms,not the white button mushrooms. Service was good, we had a great server. The only thing I wish is they have a little bigger menu.

Nice place that has finger foods and a sports bar. Food was really good! Triple dipper with egg…read morerolls that were my favorite. The sliders were okay. Mozzarella had a sweet glaze. The fajitas were tasty! I love how it is served on a sizzling plate. Black beans and pinto beans were solid. The rice and cheese seemed eh. I could have used 2 more flour shells too. Service here seemed iffy. Host and waiters seemed a bit rushed going through things. I would have appreciated a friendlier greeting and checking in on us during the meal. Also, the seats next to us kept changing - the table was wobbly and it deterred people from sitting there.

I feel as though this place got worse by the year. I only saw my server twice: when taking our…read moreorder and asking how our food was. We waited 15 minutes for her to come back, but never did. We didn't get refills for our drinks and our table was filled with empty/used plates. I had to go where they usually grab utensils and grabbed boxes for myself. Not gonna lie, she definitely forgot about my table. Other than that, food was good. I always get the triple dipper, good deal.

What a very beautiful bar. When I entered the place, I was immediately transported back to my time…read morein Japan. The service and the drinks were amazing, and the bartender was very skillful. Every time he made a drink, it highlighted his artisanal skills. If you are looking for a cocktail place, head to Gaku! It will be your new go-to place if you are looking for a craft cocktails. Tip: If you are a fan of mojito, you have to try theirs. It was extraordinary!

Service is 10000/10!! Staff was so patient, knowledgeable, friendly and hilarious!…read more We ordered a bunch of different cocktails but for some of them, I don't recall the names: - Sidecar 5/5 fruity and sweet - Singapore Sling 5/5 - Highball - forgot how that one tasted lol but in my notes I wrote "good if you like Japanese whiskey" - Old Fashioned 4/5 sooo strong - Gin and tonic 5/5 refreshing - Whiskey Sour 3/5 not my thing - Secret 5/5 lycheee - Pasao 5/5 fruity, orangey - Manhattan 3/5 like an old fashioned but stronger, I didn't like the taste of that one Yes, there is a cover and then you pay for additional hours BUT it's so worth it, I loved the ambiance and the crowd wasn't obnoxious. It was so great we stayed for about 3 hours!

The Wicked Wolf is a kind of place that offers the opportunity for whimsical mischief. For…read moreinstance, they have a rooftop area. And this one time I was there alone with another, no other patrons just staff members walking around from time to time. We stole the moment to dance under the Long Beach sky, just the two of us as a famous Christina Perrio song gently wafted in the night breeze. At another separate time, I was at the Los Angeles County Fair with another. We rode the ferris wheel at such a time where our gondola stopped at the top just as the sun set. The moment was nothing but beautiful and life affirming because the sinking of the sun's light was like a real life video of nature happening in front of us, unburdened by static or data stall. We witnessed nature resting, and I feel, that it was a kin to a beauty falling into a gentle sleep. These two instances have a common factor: momentary bliss arrived to bless an experience because the environment supported discovery of unplanned joy. That is what I associate with the Wicked Wolf, and this time the joy arrived eventually because when my Mom and I arrived to their high tea on Mother's Day the experienced seem like it would land nowhere good. Truth be told, my mom and I arrived 15 minutes early and there was no host in the stand and the place was empty except for a foursome. The energy felt lacked luster. One or two minutes after, the bartender informed us that we were early and the host would come soon. We sat in an available sofa for two, a loveseat persay. This gave us an opportunity to admire the decor that transported us to a storybook forest where good fairies reside, not like swamp creatures and trolls with malevolent fangs and dragon green eyes. I especially loved the large roses in the ceiling. To set the stage, the black ceiling had vines hanging from it, and the few roses were pops of crimson red displayed above.These were wonderful accents to the central mural of the joint that invited the viewer within deeper into the fairy forest where a light shone on an unseen meadow. The place had the decorations and general environment to be a lavender fairy's lounge, but, it did not fully work as a team room. For instance, my mom and I were sat in another lover's couch. Initially, I did not want to sit here because we were given circular tray sets. So imagine being told to sit in a couch, and each of us would get a tv tray. So I was left to wonder if we were going to be served tea in Belle's living room or if were going to watch a flick as we ate pollo loco bowl? But then as I settled into the tranquility of the moment, saw more people come and find their seat or couch, and as the serviced picked-up I realized that this was high tea in a place that had taken disjointed beauty and tackied it together for a patched tea experience that worked well. It was like the experienced was blessed and allowed by the same spirit that brought forth Raggedy Ann. For instance, the pictures show these pretty violet petaled tea cups and matching plates. This pairing was dainty and perfect for a tea party happening under pink veils. But then the sugar cubes came in a hedgehog shaped holder which was just as precious as seeing a piglet in a carriage built for one. Then the cream carrier was in the shape of a milk carton. I wondered where the missing child portrait was? The pastry plate was in the shape of a tropical flower like the ones scattered all over Hawaii. It belonged in a beautiful lei. Each of these elements was cute in its own delicate and whimsical way but together they made an eclectic hodgepodge, not a coherent tea set. And in this asymmetry laid the glitter of their error. The host also brought these clip on dainty hats that were perfect touches for make believe tea party. He carried them around in their original packing, including the box they came in. Not exactly the tailor of the queen, offering hats to the villagers as a gift from her to them, but still the effort magnified the moment. The tea food was the worst stumble that Red took as she was being chased by the Wicked Wolf. To begin with the end analysis, the tea offerings in general were standard, and not bites fit for a princess and her wedding court. For instance, the cream cheese and cucumber sandwich was just that---- a cucumber and cream cheese sandwich. I detected no effort to make it more than that. The blueberry scone was solid, nothing to skip through a meadow about. But once you added the jam of the table to the scone it was much easier to enjoy. I also had a madeline that was fluffy in the center but could have been purchased maybe at Costco. I had a Macaron and same thing, delicious but I have had something similar before and I suspected that it did not come from a place afloat with Parisian affairs. The best part of the tiers was this puff like thing that had like a Concha texture and design at the top. It was a sweet filled bite that was fit for a man made of muffin.

My sister and I took my mom to Sunday tea for her birthday…read more Cute place and the food and tea were delicious. But sadly my mom could not hear us, due to the music being so loud, we did ask twice if they would turn it down a little to no avail. That is too much money to spend, to not be able to hear each other. We had to hurry out because she was getting frustrated.