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? ‍

Tom was a fun bartender , I will definitely be coming back…read morefor love island on Sundays !

late night decided to take my girl out just to have a chill vibe. It's pretty close to the house so…read morewe decided to go ahead and try it out. When we walked in, we had our ID checked by the security that was sitting in the front. I was feeling a little sick so I asked the barmen if it was possible for him to make hot toddy he definitely made it happen and it tasted pretty good. The atmosphere is very relaxed. They have a few games , pool table and karaoke nights. additional games available in the back almost like a private back patio.! They also have food pop-ups and we were told that their pizza pop-up is delicious so we will definitely come back to try it out

You know those individuals who want to bypass their birthdays and hardly celebrate? Well, I am the…read morecomplete opposite! My birthday is the ONE day/time a year where I want to be a queen, celebrated, live it up and adored. I expect my birthday to include multiple festivities with a birthday dinner to top it off. Casalena in Woodland Hills has been at the top of the list for trendy, upscale restaurants recently and has even been a vendor at Yelp events (2025's CarnEvil). I finally got to experience Casalena in all it's glory for my 42nd birthday accompanied by fellow Yelper Michael B. Casalena holds real estate on the corner of Ventura and San Feliciano Drive in Woodland Hills in a building tucked behind large flora & fauna immediately giving a VIP aura and hidden mystique. This very special building was built in 1982 by the Makhani family and is currently owned by the Makhani children/siblings. Based on a fictional 'Lady Lena', a strong but nurturing idea of a goddess to the Makhani family; Casalena combines modern flare with elegance, boasting a Mediterranean menu and aiming to provide each and every guest with top-tier hospitality. We made reservations for my birthday on a Saturday at 6:40 and arrived to a PACKED restaurant - and I mean PACKED! - but I was blown away by the architectural design and ambiance of Casalena. Casalena is a dimly-lit, wooden accented, full glass walls, arched ceiling, paradise with a bar area, main dining hall complete with fireplace and a sunroom that somehow combines Hollywood with New York City vibes. I've never even been to New York City but it has that feel. I also hear there is an upstairs area but I did not venture to the second floor. We were seated on the east side windows of Casalena and I do have to complain that it was SO loud that you find yourself repeating conversation to your fellow diner(s) but it is the tradeoff to such a popular spot. Our waiter Cory took our birthday drink orders with my choice of a Golden Sour (bourbon, Pamplemousse liquour, port, lemon, egg froth - $20) and Michael going with The Juicy Scoop (passion fruit vodka, blood orange juice, lime, dehydrated blood orange - $19); while we also elected a starter of Hamachi Crudo (ponzu, serrano, crispy leek - $25). As you can see: prices at Casalena are slightly steep so bring your A-game wallet. Our drinks were beautifully crafted with my Golden Sour being a symphony of smoke essence, egg white, bourbon and sour; while Micheal's Juicy Scoop was the color of an island sunset and had the perfect pucker. The Hamachi Crudo started leads with Casalena tending to 'forget' the ponzu vinaigrette (they did to the table next to us, as well) so make sure to ask because the dish needs it. For my birthday meal, I selected the daily special of Pan-Seared Scallops (creamy polenta, micro mustard frill - $39) and Michael was in a pizza mood with the Spicy Soppressata (fresh mozzarella, scamorza, Soppressata, Calabrian honey - $26). I absolutely ADORE Casalena and its energy/design but I wouldn't say you get your money's worth in terms of food. My $39 dish was TINY in portion and although the polenta was tasty; it wasn't blowing me away and neither were the FOUR, baby-sized scallops. That's right: the entree only came with four scallops and not even jumbo-sized! The dish was also sort of bland in my opinion. I dislike upscale restaurants overcharging for mediocre, small-portion plates. Micheal's pizza was better, in my opinion, than my choice which I tasted despite being Celiac and not being able to have gluten. The pizza's crust was soft but crispy, lots of cheese and plenty of salami but again: not really anything I haven't had before. Not bad, but not out of this world and what I expect for the prices. I wanted a candle to blow out for my birthday (and I have plenty of wishes) so we ordered the Pink Lady Tarte Tatin - again, despite gluten - because Pink Lady apples are my favorite (butter caramel, pink lady apples, puff pastry, vanilla ice cream - $15). Although Casalena did provide a candle, they charged us for the dessert which most places give free for your birthday. Lame. The dessert was delicious though: the puff pastry was slightly flat but the combination of the pastry, thin, baked apple slices and vanilla was a lovely fall dessert treat. I know this might seem like I am picking on Casalena but their bathroom situation is WILD. The ladies' room is closet-sized and only has TWO stalls which is insane for the size of the restaurant and guest occupancy while the men were standing in a long line for the unisex bathroom. What?! Casalena has amazing energy and is a fantastic choice to impress a date or have a birthday celebration but just don't expect the food to send you out of this universe and bring your wallet. On a plus note: Michael received an email thanking us for us visit, which, although a form email, was a wonderful closing note. Not perfect; but I did love Casalena overall and would return.

We came here for a date night with my wife, and it was our first time dining here. We couldn't have…read moreasked for a better experience! We were lucky enough to have Svala as our waitress, and she truly went above and beyond to make our night special. Her attentiveness, warm personality, and outstanding service made us feel genuinely welcomed and taken care of. It's always nice to find a place with great service, but having someone like Svala really makes the experience memorable. She went the extra mile, and we truly appreciate it. We'll definitely be back, and we hope to have Svala as our waitress again! Thank you for making our date night so special!

5 stars. Took my boyfriend here for his birthday and the night couldn't have gone better…read more We started with the meatball appetizer, then the caprese salad, the crab cake, and the branzino with almond crust for the main. Every single plate was on point. The branzino was the standout -- crispy almond crust, fish cooked perfectly, not a dry bite on the plate. The crab cake was all crab, no filler, and the caprese was fresh and simple the way it should be. The real star of the night was Scott, the bartender/owner. He took care of us from the second we sat down, recommended everything we ate, and went out of his way to make Edward's birthday feel special. You can tell he actually cares about the people in his room, not just turning tables. That kind of hospitality is rare. And the drinks -- a dirty martini, a Manhattan, and hands down the best whiskey sour I've ever tasted in my life. The Rendition Room is a whole experience: hidden speakeasy, great food, great drinks, and Scott running the show. If you're celebrating something, this is where you go.

We've been coming to The Rendition Room for years, whether for work events or date nights, and…read morebecoming members nearly three years ago was one of the easiest decisions we've made. It's become so much more than just one of our favorite bars and every visit reminds us why we keep coming back. The biggest reason, though, is the people. Hospitality is something that's hard to fake, and the team here does it effortlessly. From the moment you walk through the door, you're greeted like an old friend. Over the years, the staff has created an environment that feels welcoming, comfortable, and genuinely personal, and that's something that's become increasingly rare. Matt, Sabrina, and the entire team are all such gems. Scott also deserves special recognition. He's a huge part of what makes The Rendition Room such a special place. Whether he's introducing a new cocktail, sharing the story behind a spirit, or simply taking the time to check in, his passion and care for every guest shine through. It's people like Scott who transform a great bar into a place you truly feel connected to. On our most recent visit, we tried the new Decade & Debauchery cocktail, celebrating The Rendition Room's 10 year anniversary, and it's phenomenal. Balanced, and beautifully executed. In a city full of great bars, they have managed to create something much harder to find, a sense of community. After all these years, it still feels just as special as the first time we walked in.

Amazing service from Marty! So knowledgeable and had great energy. Truly made our anniversary…read morespecial. We loved EVERYTHING. Standouts? Get the olives. Get the mushroom pasta. Get pork belly. Trust your servers on wine. If only we had room for dessert. Ambiance impeccable. Lives up to the hype.

We had a great dinner at Firefly on Monday night celebrating a birthday. I didn't realize they had…read morelive jazz on Mondays, so that was a nice surprise and added to the atmosphere. We ordered the pork belly with watermelon, short rib, crab cake, broccolini, and apple cobbler, along with a couple of drinks. Everything made for a lovely evening, and our server, Emily, was wonderful. She was attentive and friendly without being overbearing, which is always appreciated. Unfortunately, the valet experience was a different story. When I first pulled up, the valet team was moving slowly, leaving my car sticking out enough that I was concerned it could get hit. They eventually moved it, but didn't fold in my side mirrors, despite doing so for other vehicles. Given that Ventura Boulevard is a busy street, that was frustrating. The bigger issue came when we were leaving. The valet team was extremely slow and actually brought me the wrong car. I'm not sure whose white Tesla they brought around, but I would be incredibly upset if my car were handed over to someone else. When I pointed out that it wasn't my vehicle, the staff weren't apologetic and instead treated me as though I were the problem. It's disappointing when a great dining experience ends on such a frustrating note. Firefly has a lovely atmosphere, the food was enjoyable, and Emily provided excellent service. However, the valet operation needs significant improvement, both in efficiency and in how they handle mistakes with customers. I'd happily return for the restaurant, but I hope management addresses the valet experience.

I will always come here when anywhere near woodland hills. It's so trippy and doesn't make sense on…read morepaper, but it's one of my absolute favorite bars. First off, it's Alice in Wonderland themed with matching vibes all throughout. Music is great classic music from multiple decades, the monitors have different crazy critically acclaimed movies side by side without sound, so you get the feeling but not distracted, and best off they can actually make a great cocktail! Also we got life close up magic from a magician that often works the Magic Castle. For no reason at all. Just sat down and started blowing our minds with how badly we couldn't catch a mistake from 2 feet away. We were craving espresso martinis after failing to find them most of the night. This place nailed it. They make their own espresso on the spot and make a nice foam for the top. Will absolutely return just for the bartenders and service. They are opening the space next door during October for a boozy maze. Would brace the 405 from LA just for that.

Rode an e-bike 4 miles through traffic to get here and it's closed…read more Online on maps it clearly says it's opens daily at 6 pm, I showed up at 7 pm. The bartender was just like oh yea that's Wong I know. Poor management at its finest! Th establishment knows and it goes unfixed. The new remodel is also awful, the bar is small now at the big stage. It's even tinier. The whole clientele has changed from the past as well. It's just not the same place I don't recommend going.

Music selection was great, hookah was hitting perfectly the whole time, food was delicious, vibes…read morewere chill, staff were nice. Only thing I'd have them improve on is wait staff attentiveness. Other than that, it's a good place to check out.

Hidden gem really nice ambience pretty good food and bomb hookah! Music can be a little old-school,…read morebut if you're going with the group and going to converse eight, doesn't really matter it's background

Live music Tuesday and Friday night yummy chicken wings...cool stop and very nice staff...parking…read morenot the best but if ur local worth the walk

Service was rude, I asked for an old fashioned given the vibe that it's portraying . Mashed orange…read moresoda water and crushed ice even after I asked if they have big cubes they said they do and when I told them I didn't like the drink I paid for the short bald dude that made the drink said I'll charge you for another drink if you wanna change it. Wouldn't come back Jazz band playing was cool though but even the other bartender said we can add ginger beer . I paid for a drink I should get the service for the drink I paid for not attitude when they literally make it the wrong way.

First of all I would like to thank Kate and Jose for all of their help. They went above and beyond…read moreto ensure our wedding day went as smooth as possible. This rooftop is beautiful and I would highly recommend if your looking for a unique venue for any event. We have received so many compliments, and everyone was surprised to know it was located in the valley. They offer all heaters and ice chests. The venue also comes with tables and chairs but we chose to rent banquet size tables and chairs shown in the pictures. We went more for a "rustic" feel for our wedding. The only thumbs down is that their is no elevator, so it was a pain for us and all the vendors to carry things up and down. But I was told by the owner they are working on installing an elevator in the near future! Overall we are very happy with our decision of booking this lounge, we would do it all over again!

Kate & Jose provided us with the space and means for us to have our dreamt wedding come true! Their…read moreavailability, support and prompt help throughout the event from beginning to end was unparalleled and amazing, we can't thank them enough! Thank you Kate & Jose for everything!!! Maycols & Gustavo

Best Kava Bar in town! I hope to see you back soon. We miss you guys we miss our bar(house)read more

This restaurant is definitely a vibe. Especially for a person like me who never had an alcoholic…read morebeverage. They have GREAT drinks to try. I had the Blue Shirley Temple and it was really good. Thoroughly enjoyed. They have board games. Arcade games. They have an outdoor patio that is a vibe. It is just a really nice area. Parking could be tricky BUT they are open later in the day so you can luck out with the parking as it is on a main street. The staff and the owners were super kind. I came here with my friend and he is there about daily so they knew him and knew what to order for me. Great space and great drinks. There's also a ton of health benefits in Kava.