Love this place. Please never go out of business…read more For the East Side hooligans (echo park, silverlake, etc.), try this place if you find yourself in WeHo. Super chill vibes, unassuming crowd, beautiful and cozy ambiance, patio seating, and AMAZING drinks. Servers are cool too. Get out of the east side and come over here :)

We were so excited to come and check this place out and yesterday we finally had the opportunity to…read morecome by. It's October and Melrose Umbrella is all decked out for Halloween giving the place a spooky vibe. I loved all the old wood decor and the open beams. The bar itself is so beautifully rustic. It was a Sunday afternoon so it was seat yourself and bar service - the bartender was amazing at juggling orders and keeping the drinks coming. The kitchen staff that brought out the food were so friendly and worked hard to make everything perfect for us. We both had burrito bowls and tater tots and everything was so flavorful. Melrose umbrella is a unique venue that I believe everyone should stop by and experience. Thanks for a great happy hour!

Cute place to go when all seasons is too crowded and you want a more chill vibe. Staff and…read morebartenders are awesome, they have treats for dogs, you can queue up music, just a nice small bar that I hope is open for many years to come. Has a classic feel to it

Her Little Bar is a great spot and the vibe is significantly improved under the new ownership. It's…read morealready attracting a fun and friendly mixed crowd of locals as well as people from across the city looking for an agro-free good time. The bar staff know what they are doing and they are welcoming, chatty and chill. It feels like they actually want you there! My wife and I already love to swing by for a couple of post dinner drinks but we'll be back for some game day fun too - they have a bunch of screens. They don't do food BUT the couple who now own Her Little Bar also own a bunch of the restaurants nearby (Her Thai, Met Him At A Bar, and the recently opened The Night We Met). There are other great options too and whatever you go for, you can eat it in the bar. There's a good selection of drinks and the cocktails are solid. We already have a solid pub/microbrewery but this is a great bar with a different vibe. A bar has been in this location for years but we really love this new incarnation. The corridor between Wilshire Blvd and W 9th is becoming a great pocket for food and drink with good people looking for BS free good times and the Her Little Bar crowd, staff and management are a great example that. A welcome addition to the neighborhood.

Came here with a group on a whim when we were looking for a place to beat the heat and hang out in…read morethe middle of the afternoon on a Sunday. A few people got food. Most of us got a drink. I had a glass of the rosé, which was nice and cool and light. A little pricey but it is the 1Hotel. The vibe is relaxed and chill - most of the seating is on couches or stuffed chairs and is comfortable. A lot of white with wood accents. The restaurant/bar is right up against the hotel lobby check-in desk, but the space is big and you don't have to sit right next to it if you don't want to. The hotel has valet parking and the restaurant does validate a couple of dollars off but it's still pricey. There's a parking lot across the street that is cheap and probably where you should park or drive around in the neighborhood and see what you can find.

Love the vibes and atmosphere here. My husband and I like to go work in the lounge area and grab a…read morecoffee while we're there. It's nice being surrounded by like minded people, as so many go there to work or study. We like to take a break and enjoy lunch while we're there and the food does not disappoint. It's absolutely delicious and so well prepared. We tried the bone marrow burger and chicken skewers yesterday. 10/10 for both! The sauces are incredible even the waffle fries were fantastic. The service is great and our server was awesome. She knew when we needed something and would check in but not pushy or annoying. Definitely recommend grab a bite to eat here or just hanging out with friends.

I've been to the Lucky Tiki in HLP and finally had the opportunity to check out the WeHo location…read more The occasion - my "brother's" birthday. We had reservations for a Sunday night and were seated at the best table in the house. This speakeasy cocktail lounge is small & dimly lit, which creates a cozy & intimate atmosphere. The Polynesian inspired décor is on point. Bamboo beaded curtains, thatched lamps, tropical prints, & an eight-foot tiki statue add to the charm. Our server Sean was fantastic with a capital F! He entertained us the entire evening. Of course, Tiki cocktails served in kitschy glassware are the main attraction but they also offer Island inspired dishes if you are hungry. (You can also order food from Tail O' The Pup downstairs.) The building was once the recording studio for The Doors, so we had to order The Ghost of Jim Morrison. Sean delivered the flaming drink while singing a Doors tune. Elvis in Hawaii arrived on a platter with an Elvis head on it. Lucky Tiki Old Fashioned was presented in a treasure chest with smoke coming out of it. The Flying Fish came in a cool Blowfish vessel. The Lucky Mai Tai was one of the best, the Classic Daiquiri was nicely balanced, and the Rum Barrel packed a punch. All the drinks were tasty and strong so we ordered a few nibbles: Coconut Shrimp, Lucky Orange Chicken, & Wok-Fried Chow Mein. The food was yummy and hit the spot. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the presentation of the drinks and ambience. Thank you Sean for making our visit to Lucky Tiki a 5-star experience. *Metered street parking.

This has become one of our go to spots before going out to Pantages for our season tickets--enough…read morethat the bartenders called us regulars last time. I love a tiki bar (usually a wine drinker, but a dry martini or a good tiki drink, will speak to me at times!) and this place does not disappoint. Service is easy and the vibes are so fun. They have fun gimmicky drinks (Captain's Inner Circle!) and the old stand bys (exceptional Mai Thai.) The decor is also so fun (Jim Morrison's old studio) and you can order hot dogs from downstairs. Only reason they aren't 5 stars? They implement seating time limits, even when it's not super busy. I 100% understand they have to have turnover, but I would gladly pay a little extra, to hold a longer reservation! Street parking, but don't drive...get a driver or a Waymo!

Me and my boyfriend's FAVORITE weekend brunch spot. I love getting the wake up happy or the all…read moreAmerican breakfast. Maple sausage is soooo good. I don't get chives on the eggs because I don't like them! But these are my favorite breakfast choices. My boyfriend always gets the burrito and potatoes and loves it. Service is always always friendly and fast. Especially the people bringing water and other stuff. Inside is always bustling and warm! Clean too.

We came in to celebrate a few birthdays and had been craving pasta and pizza, so this place…read moredefinitely hit the spot! Parking: We opted for valet, but if you prefer to find your own parking, there's street parking as well as a nearby parking garage. I believe the garage is around $23 for the full day, unless you're able to get your parking validated. Food: Everything came out pretty quickly, so we didn't have to wait long at all! For starters, we shared the Bruschetta with Burrata, which was enough for all four of us to enjoy. The baguette was perfectly toasted, and the burrata was so creamy. It was a great way to start the meal. Once we finished our starter, our main courses came out. We ordered the Funghi Pizza, Rigatoni Vodka, Six Cheese Tortelloni, and Spaghetti Carbonara. The pastas were creamy and flavorful, although they did feel a bit heavy. Of the four dishes, the table favorite was definitely the Funghi Pizza. It was very cheesy, and the combination of the mushrooms and cheese made it a standout for us. We ended our night with the Panna Cotta, which wasn't too sweet, but overall felt a little underwhelming compared to the rest of the meal. Service/Ambiance: The service was great! When we first walked in, it wasn't too busy, but the restaurant did start to fill up later into our meal. Even with it getting busier, our waiter continued to check in on us and made sure we were taken care of. Overall: We had a great experience celebrating our birthdays here! The food came out quickly, the service was attentive, and everything we tried was enjoyable. I can't wait to come back and try some of the other dishes!

Amazing cocktails with a fun, date-y ambiance…read more Went for after-dinner drinks on the weekend. Was able to get a table along the wall and was served pretty quickly with menus and water. The ambiance is pretty cool - sort of reminded me of the Portrait Bar in NYC with the paintings (albeit upside down). The lighting was the right amount of dim but not dark, and the acoustics were great - you can hear across the table. Ordered 5 different drinks between the two of us (no clue what the names are, sorry!): - a strawberry martini type drink - cocktail with fresh peaches - a tropical rum drink - a smoky whisky cocktail - a coconut rum drink Everything was on point delicious, nothing too sweet or boozy - thing the fresh fruit and herbs help quite a bit in not making something too sugary. Would definitely recommend!

Ambience was amazing when my friends and I came on a Friday night! The drinks are so unique and can…read morereally taste the depth of flavors. Service is great too despite how busy they are. Would def be coming back to try their other drinks!

I love a damn dealer's choice. But even with that said, the craftful cocktails at this spot…read moreexceeded every single one of my expectations. I never knew what I was gonna get but I always got exactly what I wanted. Added bonus was meeting Sven Yamaha!

Impressive cocktails without giving you a menu. It's order what you want type of bar. So all you…read morehave to do is give the bartender a base and what you taste you typically like. The vibes are a little confusing and divey on a Saturday night but plenty of high top tables and seating options. It's a great place to catch up with friends or go on a date night if you want to cool/casual vibes.

We were walking by going somewhere and happened to pass by here and this place is cool!!! The…read moreambiance is fun and the owners are sooo nice and accommodating! The drinks were really yummy too and they were strong! They were so passionate about their bar and really leaned into it for the bit. If you want a fun night out or get a casual drink, definitely recommend checking them out !!

"Please fasten your seat belts and place your trays in the upright position as we prepare to land."…read more Yep, The Aviator is the closest thing you will get to being on an airplane! The place is so cool and oh, so fun! The Aviator is a magnificently decorated and themed airplane bar which has a first class and coach section seats that are exactly like being on a real airplane along with seat belts, trays and movable arm chairs and a Flight Attendant bell to request service! Food: we were treated to fries which were delicious! The Aviator offers a nice appetizer menu along with specialty drinks themed to the bar. We ordered Aperol Spritzes and they were delicious and refreshing! All reasonably priced too, yay! They have "cart" service too which added to the airplane themed experience! Service: Splendid! The Bartender and Flight Attendant were attentive and friendly! My friend and I had a blast of fun and plan to visit again soon! If you haven't been to The Aviator yet, plan to do so! You'll be glad you did!

Delicious food, Beautiful Ambiance and absolutely wonderful!!!…read more From oysters to little sliders, to fresh bread, meatballs, crostini, pear and endive salad and drinks. The only issue I have is.... they need a full on renovation from flooring to the couches. Everything looks more suitable for the homeless people. I don't want to sit with foam ripping and shredding, and almost tripping from the flooring where the rugs are all shredding.... I felt like I was homeless eating a divine meal.

This restaurant is very dear to me, I celebrated my 70th birthday here with 25 of my closest…read morefriends and family. I had lunch last week with a friend and was so disappointed!. The outdoor space is still beautiful, but , unfortunately the LOUD music ruins the ambiance. People have to scream to hear their table mates. So we asked to be transferred indoors. Music still loud but less people screaming. the indoor space has been poorly maintained, floors are worn out, everything looks, well, old. Food: fried calamari... well cooked, tender, totally flavorless. Caesar Salad with chicken... VERY little dressing (we had to request more as well as salt and pepper, the chicken... dry as cardboard. The only good thing about this experience was the attentive waitress, unfortunately I didn't ask her name. What a disappointment!

We're back for a second visit and The Bar at Short Stories delivers again. Wonderful food, service…read moreand atmosphere.

Short Stories. Lasting Libations…read more Need a good hidden gem for Happy Hour? Then why not a bar at this cool hotel in Beverly Grove, directly across from The Grove (LA). Housemade chips and frites? Yes please! The do Short Story Burgers and can make them vegan or vegetarian friendly with impossible. Ask your server about the beer selections of the day, solid house wine for red, white or sparkling (prosecco). Great cocktails on the list as well. For dinner and extended drink offerings they have a larger assortment including appetizers/tapas style, burgers, sandwiches, special cocktails, rosé all day, pasta and entrees. Soft drinks and no alcohol beverages as well. If you like espresso martinis, the Too Much Happiness signature drink here is for you! They have free wi-fi. Valet parking, but have gotten lucky with street as well as metro and/or rideshare.