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    3.5 (205 reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Happy hour specials

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    Zach H.

    We decided to stop in for the Ecuadorian food festival and honestly left disappointed. We drove a long distance expecting a solid representation of Ecuadorian culture and food, but that wasn't the case. Parking alone was $25. The event was advertised as free, yet they were charging a $20 cover at the door. We showed the flyer to the lady at the front and she was nice about it--she told the guy at the door to just give us wristbands and let us in. I'm not sure how many people ended up paying for something that was supposed to be free, but it doesn't sit right. Once inside we took the elevator up to the 8th floor, which was actually pretty cool. There were various restaurants and lounges to sit and hang out. The problem was that only one restaurant was open, and there were maybe 8-10 tables total--all of them full. Looking at other reviews, this seems to be a common theme: staff often don't know what's going on and things aren't always as advertised. There was a set Ecuadorian menu with three appetizers, three or four chicken dishes, and three seafood options. That was it. As for the "vendors," there was only one table selling Ecuadorian goods and it was very limited--a bowl of bracelets, a few license plates that said "Ecuadorian," a couple ponchos, and maybe five or six Ecuador World Cup soccer shirts. Super underwhelming. There was also supposed to be live entertainment, but that never happened either. Overall it just felt like a letdown after the drive and the expectations the flyer set.

    Ryan J.

    Cute rooftop in DTLA! I've attended a few pool parties here and it's always a good vibe and packed with a nice crowd of people. I think I've only been during a day party so would love to see how the space lights up in the evening as well.

    omg... the dumplings....
    Tony S.

    I'm not sure how to describe a place like this. Batman meets Las Vegas, meets Greek rush week during an indoor Coachella. It's all the things, too many things, and not enough of some things. Wait... what was that Best Movie award for 2 years ago? "Anything, Everywhere, All at Once". There. That's Level 8. That means you'll either love it, hate it, respect it, or simply don't get it. From what I understand, Level 8 is essentially eight different themed bars and restaurants stacked together like a Vegas casino that couldn't decide on one concept. It's ambitious, chaotic, and definitely not for the faint of heart. But if you're the type who loves sensory overload, party energy, and a little bit of everything all at once, this place is basically your Disneyland. We ate at Maison Kasai, their teppanyaki restaurant, and I have to admit, it's one of the better teppanyaki experiences I've had, and I've traveled quite a bit for this style of dining. Teppanyaki itself is simple, so the magic is always in the details: service, timing, and the unexpected touches. For example, we were treated to a magic show before dinner (probably buying the kitchen some prep time). It was clever, fun, and actually set the tone nicely. The rest of the evening followed suit: fire flair, great service, and well-executed food. The pumpkin miso soup appetizer in particular felt like something with a Michelin-level touch. Really impressive. After dinner, things go... full Level 8. There was a wrestling match, an outdoor pool area, a speakeasy that was anything but quiet, and so many people moving around it felt like intermission at a Billie Eilish concert. If you enjoy high-energy chaos and a party atmosphere, this place is absolutely for you. I'll probably come back at least once more--if nothing else, just to show my kids the spectacle. After that, I'll happily step aside and let the next wave of party people take over.

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    Ashli A.

    Very nice venue. Beautiful pools, cabanas, views. Needs help keeping food orders rolling. I was invited to a social event at this location with "LA Girl Code." It was advertised that in exchange for sharing feedback on the venue, we'd get to take photos on the roof and also get food. After waiting several hours, the "food" came in the form of ONE guacamole dip dish and a handful of tacos for over 30 women. It was laughable. It put a bad taste in my mouth for sure, however there may have been a disconnect with the venue and the group promoter. Not sure which one, but most of the girls left hungry and cranky. You just can't have that many people out getting drinks and dancing and then not deliver on the food. Because we had planned to eat, nobody ate beforehand. It may have been enhanced by the fact that there was another event going on, but either way, they should've been able to handle the orders at that capacity, otherwise don't allow that many people into a space. Again, it's a gorgeous venue. Hopefully you'll have a different experience under different circumstances.

    Lucy T.

    This is such a cute bar on the eighth level! I went there for an event called LPN and the place was decorated so cute! They had a lot of cute photo ops and s'mores for free! They have a DJ where they play all kinds of music. I ordered the mini burger sliders, which were delicious! They had the most perfect flavor and were cooked too perfect perfection! Even though the place was packed, the bartenders were fast and very friendly!

    Quality Street S.

    Unfortunately I didn't have a good experience with Bella but David the manager was so kind and helpful. Thank you

    So Fun!

    What a cool venue with so many venues within a venue. I loved going to Golden hour for some cocktails then grabbing a bite at one of their restaurants, then i would bounce back and forth between Wanderlust and Sinners y Santos for some dancing, club action and even some wrestling. :-) Omg, so fun!

    Rosa R.

    This is a nice small casual spot to watch a game and drink some beer. We came in just for a beer and it seemed ok. It's actually right next to the market Whole Foods.

    Ray

    We attended the Chinese New Year event on Feb 26 that was advertised as "all you can eat and all you can drink." Unfortunately, this turned out to be one of the most disappointing dining experiences we've ever had. Our group had 10 people and spent about $1,600, expecting a festive event with good food and drinks. Instead, the entire night was basically spent standing in lines and waiting for food that barely came out. The restaurant clearly oversold the event without having the capacity to serve the crowd. Examples from the night: * The lobster station was cooking only about 8 lobsters at a time, while 20+ people were waiting. * The sushi station had around 50 people in line, with a single sushi chef making less than one roll per minute. * Food trays were constantly empty and took a long time to refill. After hours of waiting, each person in our group ended up with only about two drinks, three very small sushi rolls, and a small scoop of fried rice. That was essentially the entire "all you can eat" experience. For $160 per person, this felt extremely misleading. When a restaurant promotes an unlimited food and drink event, customers reasonably expect that the restaurant has the staffing, food preparation, and logistics to actually deliver it. Instead, it felt like the event was massively oversold with insufficient food and staff, leaving many guests waiting in long lines most of the night. Paying $160 and leaving still hungry and barely having had anything to drink is unacceptable. This event was poorly planned and very disappointing. I would strongly recommend thinking twice before attending similar events here.

    Areial R.

    My girlfriends and I visited on November 30, 2025 for the Wonderland Immersive Igloo Experience. The bartenders were great and the atmosphere was nice; however, the food fell short. I ordered the tacos, and the meat lacked flavor even with the salsa. My girlfriends ordered the sliders, and their food also lacked flavor.

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    Michelle S.

    This place was really interesting. I have to say the ambiance was cool but the drinks were ridiculous. I ordered a Diet Coke and an amaretto sour and it was $30.00 without tip. Everyone was nice, but it was a bit weird to see so many people in their 30s, 40s and 50s dressed up to go clubbing. I think it's worth a trip to see all the different rooms, from burlesque, to Hookah lounge, to rooftop patio with winter vibes, to Taco Truck overlooking the LA skyline. This is definitely a hit spot for someone and I heard folks talking about how good the food was at certain rooms, but ultimately not for us. Stars for friendliness of staff amazing views and uniqueness of venue.

    Lucy W.

    COMING HERE, is like going to multiple food spots / bars in one night. I highly recommend y'all come here. My fave spot is GOLDEN HOUR , There's a pool there the view is epic and the bar is all the aesthetics with MOVEMENT !!! I just tried drinks and some snacks here, so can't say more about dine in service. For me the bartenders and food truck service was okay, quick , and a lot of waiting at the food truck ... but it was worth it. I got LAVA COLADA AND MAI TAI. I Think for $22 the lava colada was worth it , because of the vibe and view. I've paid more for less of a view and a drink that's not as yummy . The fries was $8 by the food truck, and I got the corn in cup there too which I really enjoyed !:) THE MR WANDERLUST ROOM, with live piano was so good! They have drinks that light on fire, RICO SUAVE $23 Tres Generaciones Reposado Tequila, Ancho Reyes, Pineapple, Cinnamon, Ginger, Citrus... IT's not as tasty imo as the lava colada but worth the show ! 10/10 experience overall. Definitely one of the places you should checkout for fun , with friends or date night ! Oh the lady playing with fire was epic , she showed up by the pool area at night.

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    2 months ago

    I love Shue she's the best bartender by far so kind sweet and above and beyond. The show above the bar is also fun and needs to last longer

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    The food was overpriced, we waited a little while to order our food and to get our food but the atmosphere was nice.

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    5 months ago

    Melvin was great, the vibes, the energy, made me and my girls lit!!! 10/10 would recommend

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    6 months ago

    Cool spot. Excellent vibes, views and atmosphere. Crowd is nice. Beats driving to Hollywood

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    Excellent service,all of the sushi in the All You Can Eat category was delicious and cocktails were good too.

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    Is there a dresscode?

    I'm not sure if there's a dress code, but everyone was dressed up. I don't recommend you come in shorts and a T-shirt. You can wear jeans, but make sure you wear a dress shirt.

    How is parking?

    I valet parked for $20. There is paid parking garage. No street parking.

    Is there a dress code?

    No beachwear, caps, athletic tops, t-shirts, sweatpants, shorts, or flip flops.

    What is the best way to make reservations for this new gem?

    I made my reservations through Open Table.

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