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    3.9 (1.7k reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    marissa l.

    Cool spot for a drink. There's a slight upscale dive bar vibe indoors and a cute laid back vibe patio area. Both have a good amount of seating options with friendly staff. Didn't try any food this time since we had a dinner resi elsewhere. From what I sneaked a peak at as they were passing by me it looked and smelled good . It's located on a busy main road so parking can be touch to find . There is valet right in front for $12 that is open till midnight and they're super nice guys. I went on a Friday night so I'm not sure of their hours on other days/nights.

    Espresso Martinis
    Vanessa A.

    The absolute best espresso martini! We also loved our bartender, Shauna, she's so kind and hardworking. This place always feels cozy and is such a great spot to meet new friends.

    Pineapple margarita
    Marcia S.

    Amazing place to get some food and drinks , the bartenders are awesome! And very nice I would recommend this place to anyone who would like to come here

    Nakiesha M.

    The jalapeño burger I had originally comes with an onion ring, but I changed it to grilled onions due to not wanting anything fried. It was so yummy the flavors just melt in your mouth. The steak & fries were great as well the meat was so tender! This is a nice chill spot to go to for a lunch and or dinner. Everyone is always nice and friendly the customer service is always great.

    Espresso Martini and Hugo Spritz
    Kevin M.

    It's a no-brainer that one of the most popular bars in the valley is Laurel Tavern. For years, it's always been a dependable spot for anyone wanting to grab a drink somewhere local, meet with friends, or for a fun night cap. Laurel Tavern is located here in Studio City near the intersection of Ventura Blvd and Radford Ave. They offer valet parking for $12 or you can try to find metered parking along Ventura Blvd. This specific part of Studio City is busy so parking can be tight. What I enjoy about Laurel Tavern is that in our 20s, it was the bar that didn't feel like you were still in the valley. It's always been a low key spot to either start your night or go to after dinner nearby. Today, it's the neighborhood bar that has a really spacious patio for anyone wanting to drink outside or needing to host a large group. When I think of where to eat in Studio City, there are so many options to pick from. However when someone asks "where should we get a drink nearby?", I instantly know it's Laurel Tavern.

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    Yesenia C.

    I had lunch here yesterday with hubby, and it was just ok.... First off the parking situation is terrible unless you want to pay for valet...no thanks. The bartender that made my drink and took our order was great, she was very pleasant...my drink was beautifully presented but was alright. To be honest all the food we ordered looked great upon arrival ( which was pretty quick) but it all lacked flavor, very bland. They offer indoor and outdoor seating and they have it all very festive for Christmas which I loved. The service like I said was good, I just wouldn't plan on returning here.

    Fried Chicken Salad
    Sharleen S.

    I always love coming here! It's a super cute spot with a lot of outdoor seating - the only down fall is they usually have events so some of them are reserved. Their HH menu is small but good! I usually get the fried chicken salad, which is always amazing. Last night I tried the chicken sliders and spinach artichoke dip. The sliders were phenomenal!!! The spinach artichoke dip was kinda meh? Like it was good but not juicy/creamy lol it was pretty thick. Parking sucks - it's valet or street parking. There are meters across the street and such which isn't too bad (you can walk off all you ate hahaha) The staff is super friendly! The vibes are always good. Will def be back!

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    Shanoah N.

    Just came for a quick drink as we waited to get a food order across the street. Friendly, helpful staff. The vibe was nice, had some people with kids on the outdoor patio. Want to try the food next time. My only complaint is, it's on the pricey side. At $9 a beer and mixed drinks higher.

    Breanna A.

    Surprisingly my very first time at Laurel Tavern! Not too difficult to find metered street parking not too far away on Ventura Blvd. Did a loop inside and outside and on a beautiful day with ample outdoor seating decided to grab a table outside after ordering some drinks at the bar. We opted for the laurel sprtiz and a blonde beer - spritz was made just right and so refreshing. For food we ordered a couple shareables to snack on - tavern nachos, pork belly skewers and fried chicken sliders. Honestly each option was better than the last, I'm not even a big pork fan but the skewers were excellent. By the time we were ready to close out the bill, the bar was much more packed by lucky another staff member saw us waiting and was able to expedite our wait and get us out. Definitely plan to return and come try some more bites. An awesome find and casual spot in the valley!

    Pork belly skewers
    Nicole H.

    We pretty much ordered the whole damn menu to share. We were hungry! We shared the meat & cheese board, pork belly skewers, Louisiana grilled chicken wings, grilled steak salad and an order of LT fries. Everything was good, I think the pork belly skewers were the stand out dish. The pork belly just melted in your mouth, absolutely delicious. We enjoyed the wings, the sauce was not too spicy and had a good zing to it. The steak salad was loaded with ripe avocado and a good portion of meat, tasty as well. The weak link would be the cheese board, it just wasn't very fresh tasting, especially the sliced meats. Drinks were poured well....but ordering can be a bit of a cluster. Everything gets ordered at the bar which gets packed, no real line up, just everyone standing around hoping to get the bar keeps attention. They have ample seating and even during the summer heat wave, the misters and fans kept the outside area enjoyable. Parking is rough, but its Ventura Blvd. We found a spot on a side street and walked on over.

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    Barrett G.

    Always buzzing with energy, this place is usually packed and two rows deep of people trying to order drinks. Go when it is not busy, though it is usually very busy. Good food, ambience and plentiful patio that used to be parking. Parking is tough since they now use their spots for patio, and is a pricey venue but considering the prime location and quality, we do come back for a drink every few weeks.

    Spicy Hibiscus Margarita
    Megan L.

    I absolutely love this place! I've been coming here for 15 years and it never disappoints. During Covid they opened a little outdoor patio area that is super cute. It has a bunch of communal tables, is dog friendly, tvs for watching the games and a cute little airstream trailer that as their outdoor bar. The inside is darkly lit and can get pretty packed and loud when it gets going but is just as fun. The appetizers have a pretty good range, my favorites being the bacon brussel sprouts, artichoke dip, and ceviche. I'm personally not a huge pretzel fan but my friends all say it's one of the best so if that's your thing I'd recommend that one as well. For entrees the spicy chicken sandwich is really good but my favorite is the backyard burger. They have three type of fries and I was lean towards the garlic Parmesan version. Make sure to ask for them crispy as they can come out a little soggy if you don't. For drinks they have a full bar and limited options for wine. My favorite cocktail is the spicy hibiscus margarita. It's the perfect blend of flavors! I've come during the day with the dogs and at night with friends and the vibe is always on point. I'll be continuing to come for years!

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    Great food & drink happy hour. Does get packed & busy so make sure to get there early to claim seats. Overall great vibe.

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    Are they dog friendly?

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    Is there valet in the afternoons on weekends?

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    How many TVs do they have?

    2 and - when special events are on - a large screen flies down

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