Candela La Brea is hands-down the best venue I have ever worked with in my time as a professional…read moreEvent Director. Omar and his team are among the best in this business because they truly care and want your event to be successful. They are a literal dream to work with. They offer a beautiful space that can be transformed into just about anything with state-of-the-art A/V systems and screen projections. They are able to offer many things in-house that you would otherwise have to find with outside vendors. Their kitchen is top-notch and the bartenders know how to make your guests happy. They are flexible and easy to work with from the first moment you meet them. On top of all that, their prices are reasonable and the quality you get back is worth what you pay. I am so grateful to Omar and his entire team for being such a pleasure to work with!

Just a little south of Wilshire on La Brea sits Candela. It's odd because we had our work Christmas…read moreparty here, yet I swear I've been in this place before but I can't for my life recall why. There is a large hallway when you enter, then a bar to the left side in a separate room, and I think the women's restroom is across the way. If you kept straight, you enter the large ballroom where there are bars on either side and a stage in front where the dj was. For our particular event, there was a long table set up on the right side for a minimal offering of food while there was random furniture set up throughout the venue along with a couple of photo booths. Considering the previous years party was actually AT work, Candela was a nice upgrade!

Had lunch at the restaurant at culver hotel. It was an enjoyable experience. And a great way to…read morekick off the weekend. I've been here for dinner before and had to wait for tables but lunch time was not crowded which was great because the service was spot on. We started with bread service with a French butter. The wagyu tartare which I don't eat but those at the table raved about it. We also had the shrimp cocktail which had a nice presentation but if I went again I'd pass. It's good but nothing special. We also had the tomato and burrata salad that was excellent. My main dish was a nicely prepared seabass. It wasn't a large piece of fish but it was lunch so the portion was perfect. We finished with the coffee crème brûlée and apple crumble with a side of ice cream. Good desserts and again, for lunch it hit the spot. I had a sangria that was very mid. But then switched to what could be my favorite drink of the summer. ARE YOU A GOOD WITCH OR A BAD WITCH. The answer probably depends on how many of these you put down. Tequila, hibiscus, habenero and a side of sparking rose. The entire table ended up getting these and loving them.

We booked High Tea at The Culver Hotel and there was a mix-up with our reservation time, so we…read morearrived before service had officially started. Despite the confusion, the hostess Kia, manager Loic, and Chef Ivan were incredibly gracious and took the time to speak with us. They welcomed us in anyway and we could not be more grateful for how kindly they handled the situation. My 10-year-old niece was dressed to the nines for the occasion--fascinator, gloves, parasol, the whole look--and this experience absolutely made her day. Walking into the beautiful space "in character" for tea felt magical and the staff really leaned into the fun with us, which made it even more special. Once we were seated, Melanie took care of us throughout the entire service and she was phenomenal--warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a great time. Loic checked on us multiple times and his hospitality alone would be enough reason for us to come back; we'd honestly return just for him. The food was delicious: the assortment of tea sandwiches and sweets was beautifully presented and everything tasted fresh and well-executed. The drinks were spot on as well, from the tea service to the cocktails, and paired perfectly with the whole high tea experience. What could have been a disappointing mix-up turned into a very memorable tea outing all thanks to Loic, Kia, Chef Ivan and Melanie. We left feeling appreciated and very well taken care of!! Thank you all!!

Ace is phenomenal to work with, and Live Bash is such a vibe. Live Bash is an excellent location to…read morehost events. We hired a mobile barista, ordered pastries and hosted our seminar here during Tech Week. The experience, service, and accommodations were lovely. We'll be back! Thank you so much for such a successful event at your event space. Highly recommend connecting with Ace for all your future events here or at their other location in Chicago.

Great response time on my initial request. They were so helpful in getting my event set up. Would…read moredefinitely work with them again

This review is for the unfortunate experience I had renting R-Studio last month…read more From my first encounter with the owner, Daniel, I was put off by his social awkwardness. Not what you'd expect from someone who deals with numerous people on a daily basis. However, I let neither that nor the somewhat steep cost of the studio deter me from renting the place for my birthday party. The studio was in slight disarray when I showed up on the day I'd booked it for. Folding chairs and random painting were strewn about, and the floor needed to be swept. So I had to handle that before even setting up my own decorations and equipment. Daniel had mentioned several times previously that he wanted the studio returned in the same condition as it was before my event. So throughout the night, my friends and I made sure to clean up any spills or messes. After the party ended, we were literally on our hands and knees making sure the place was spotless. The following day, despite the great care we took, Daniel wrote a harsh email to me and demanded a cleaning fee. He initially said having the floors steamed would cost $100.00. I replied explaining how thoroughly we had cleaned the studio. Then in a following email, he said the fee would be $75.00. Rather than go around in circles, I agreed to pay the lesser fee, as it was clear that he simply wanted more money. If you're looking for a studio rental to host an event, I would highly recommend seeking it elsewhere.

Daniel at R Studio is reliable, trustworthy, and his spaces are a great value…read more I've had some poor experiences renting at other places, including one of my events getting double booked AFTER I'd already filled out the rental paperwork and signed it. On top of that the owner tried to figure out who's fault it was, mine or his, before giving me a refund! In contrast, working with Daniel at R Studio has been a pleasure. He is an excellent and prompt communicator, has been more than willing to support me with any questions or requests I've had, and the space itself is a great value. After trying out a number of different venues on the westside for my workshops R Studio is #1 on my list that I would recommend to others.

The glass lounge is a small private room at the InterContinental Century City Hotel. The space is…read morepretty because it is all glass windows and looks out at the yard of the hotel. This is not a restaurant or anything but a space you can rent out for events. The space is good for a smaller, intimate gathering of maybe 20-30 people or less. It is not a huge space. There's not really parking in the area so your guests would have to pull up to the valet which is something to consider if you don't want your guests to have to pay for parking. At the event I went to, they had an open bar in the corner and a small table of hors d'oeuvres on the opposite end. The waiters also walked around with more hors d'oeuvres. They put two tall tables in the middle where you can stand with your food. They also have a very comfy couch. The room is on the first floor of the hotel, near where you check in. It was a lovely private space and I would definitely suggest it for smaller gatherings. Lovely service and beautiful food presentation. The event I went to was entirely vegetarian so, they do cater to some dietary preferences.

We've come to rolling greens a few times now and have loved our plants that we've gotten…read more Yes it can be a bit more expensive here but the quality is unmatched. They are so helpful here and we just appreciate the help/tips they gave us with our fiddle leaf. IYKYK! We'll be coming here again soon because you honestly can never have too many plants.

Rolling greens is one of the best garden centers in the area. Set on top of a hillside, this garden…read morecenter offers awesome views of the west side valley, and is an expansive space spanning three levels of different plants. Get ready to spend a pretty penny, they mostly offer plants you won't see at your local Home Depot. That said all the plants are so cool, and very healthy. Average price is $15-$40, but the plants are worth it. This place spans three levels, has multiple greenhouses, and is worth the stroll through even if you're only going to pick up one plant. Awesome space! Amazing views! Kinda pricey but worth it! Can't wait to stroll again and get another new plant!

This venue is absolutely beautiful! It was definite highlight for a lot of our guests. This venue…read morefit the vibe we were looking for- funky and eclectic to match our aesthetic. My husband and I also have to applaud the Marvimon staff. Unfortunately, my husband and I experienced something expected that could've thrown off the planning of our event. However, Clare and the Marvimon staff stepped up to ensure that our event went off without a hitch. My husband and I would recommend Marvimon!

From the outside I was very unsure how a venue in a tight space was going to be able to accommodate…read morethe guests for a wedding we attended but wow they really made incredible use of the space! Every angle of the venue is very well thought out, and there are lots of little nooks and corners that are great for conversation, intimate moments, dancing, meeting new folks, or a little display or setup. The couple who got married was so thoughtful about setting up the space but I also felt the venue was very well suited to be able to do so much even with limited space. There was a special suite on the second floor, large banquet area with projector, and fun outside area with plenty of comfortable seating. I had a fantastic time!

They were accommodating enough to give us a medium room even when we didn't meet the party…read morerequirement.

I've come to Dots a few times before just to sit at their cute little bar to get some drinks with…read moremy friends, but I finally tried out their karaoke and I can't believe I didn't try it sooner. I love that you have the option to use YouTube for songs you can't find and the system is also just easy to use in general. The owner was also super nice and explained everything so thoroughly that I honestly didn't have any questions and got right to singing which is what I want from a karaoke experience.