I came to this magical little place with my girl friends to celebrate a birthday. Only the three of…read moreus but we wanted a drink to end the night with a vibe. Boy did we win the jackpot! We came in around 6:30. They had just opened but the atmosphere was ready! Dark and moody with candles on the table, it was the perfect spot to grab a drink and catch up. Jeremy was our bartender and he was fantastic. Super chill and friendly and made us some amazing drinks based on a few preferences. Our "bartenders choice" drinks were amazing, so much so that our "drink to end the night" turned into two drinks and some appetizers. We ordered taquitos and mozzarella sticks. Overall all three of us ladies loved this place! We definitely plan to be back! Let Jeremy make you a drink - you won't regret it. He makes them custom for you and he definitely knows what he is doing. *they do ask for a password which you can request on their website... but I would do that 24-48 hours before you plan to visit. We didn't have that days password and simply asked the front door.

The Speakeasy is a hidden cocktail bar located in Old Town Pasadena. To get here, look for the "New…read moreYork Deli" sign and you'll likely see a person standing out front. You will need to reach out to the bar via email to get the password, but you can also get a hint from the person at the front. We got our hint and successfully guessed it, gaining entry. The interior has dark lounge lighting with tables throughout. I got the gotham standard manhattan ($16) which was strong and spirit forward. We came right when they opened so it was very empty, but the bartender mentioned it gets really packed and lively on weekends. If I came back and was able to guess the password I'd stop by when it's more energetic for a different vibe.

Went during vocals night and it was amazing! Great singer, great band and great drinks!read more

Love this place, great local bar with live jazz! Excellent Manhattan made for by Vincent!read more

Hideaway bar with stage and little to no cover for live music super casual easy easy going older…read moreclassic crowd little outdoor seating area and side alley entrance wooden chill secret undercover spot . Reminiscent of old time cozy ma pa hospitality. Beer is fine and cold but no one says much if opting for a soda on tap.And there's places to sit !

A nice cozy place to get drunk at. Barkeeps are friendly enough and efficient. Beer selection not…read morebad. Live music, some of it good!

Starts at 730 and ends around 930. The square behind the Gap is closed off and in the middle a…read morestage is setup for Dj's and Bands to perform. It's really nice and family friendly as well. You can see some fun acts here, of course these change everytime the events held. There are several restauants in the square itself so you can dine there and get a good view of the whole thing if you're on the patios of the restaurants. You could also just mingle in the square with other people who will be dancing to the music. Since the square is closed off some of he restaurants had booths out that were serving small bites and drinks. Think spicy tuna handrolls and kirin beers from sushi roku. And there was also another vendor selling mexican food, like tacos as well. Prices were reasonable for these vendors. Like 3-4 dollars a handroll and 5 bucks for a beer or sangria. You cannot take alcohol out of the square. But you could take a flask in if thats how you roll.

KCRW? Never heard of it…read more Name an indie band? That's related to the race car, right? When it comes to indie music, I know virtually zero. I only discovered KCRW's Summer Nights music program after becoming enamored with the band Mr Little Jeans by accident maybe three weeks ago. Free performance in Pasadena? Duh, of course I'll be there! Here are my secrets to success for future shows at One Colorado: 1. One Colorado is a retail block which technically doesn't have an address apparently. Use this address for the iPic Theater instead: 42 Miller Alley, Pasadena, CA 91105. The entrance to the theater opens on the courtyard where everything is set up. 2. I usually park in one of the major structures in Old Town (which top out at $6) because it's easy and I'm lazy. Here's their info: http://www.oldpasadena.org/info.asp 3. It pays to go about an hour early to get a seat up front if that matters to you. Even if you're in the first row, it probably won't mean anything later though (see below). At least you can have some drinks and relax with your friends. 4. Il Fornaio sets up a cash bar in the courtyard. If you want to use a card, walk into the restaurant and order from the bar. Let them know you're at the event so they'll give you a plastic cup instead of glass. 5. Remember I said getting a good seat only kind of matters? For a long time, security was pushing crowds to the back where it was standing room only. At some point they just gave up and everybody rushed up front. You now have a choice to either leave your seat and join them or not. If you want to see the band, the decision has been made for you. Run forward quickly, even if it means you get separated from your friends; they were too slow and that's not your fault. I thought I saw a guy spinning with outstretched arms like Zangief to make a space for himself in the crowd. (You probably shouldn't do that though.) KCRW set up a really fun event and the crew had a blast. We'll definitely return for future performances. Cheers to summertime and beautiful Pasadena!

The paramount is a small venue that has an attached ny pizza spot that's very tasty. It's great…read morethat it has a free parking lot for their patrons The only issue w the parking lot is that it's a few blocks away and there isn't any signage to tell you where to park. But once you find it, it's large, gated, and has a couple attendants watching the cars. You go upstairs and it opens up into a decent sized space. Large enough to hold people and dance, and small enough that you can see the band from every point in the bar. It has a long bar when you enter and looks like they'll take care of you for the night. At the far end of the venue is a little space. I'm not sure if they use that as their green room cuz it wasn't inviting you to come in. Overall, I think it's a decent venue. Not sure if the sound was an issue w the bands' equipment or The Paramount. I'd go back if a fave band of mine is playing.

Recently visited to see Rubio in concert. The parking lot is free, clearly marked once you are on…read moreFickett St. Once parked, you walk about a block or so to the venue, takes about 6 minutes or so. I don't recall seeing an elevator so call before hand if you're in a wheel chair or are on crutches, because you have to go up a flight of stairs to get into the venue. Inside, it's cute and definitely looks like an old dance hall from the 1900's. I'd say this was a medium sized venue. The stage wasn't terribly high off the ground. There's a big, beautiful, bar and a disco ball and it has a lot of charm since it's an older venue. Seeing a show here feels less stressful than seeing one in downtown or Hollywood. It's not my favorite venue but it's definitely a good time and more intimate than the downtown venues and free parking is always a plus.

Best place to crash a Disco party. Rock of the 80s or a Cover Band show…read more Location easy access to freeway and away from crazy old town. The Owner is always there to greet you and makes sure your having a great time. Great place to spend a night out with friends.

The happy hour surprised us. The prices were reasonable for the quality and tastiness of the goods…read more The ambiance is that of a club so you don't expect such a good burger but it hit the spot. The brioche bun was a good touch, the veggies inside were fresh and the patty was perfectly seasoned and cooked. The fries were crisped to perfection which complemented the burger. The wings were good but not the star of the show. We will definitely be back for another round of happy hour and stay for open mic.

I had the most fun last night!! This venue has a big open space where you can see people play ping…read morepong and pool and nights past 9PM amazing bands and artists come to play jazz!! The drinks are tastefully mix and you feel right at home. I was expecting my pretzel bites to be stale as most bars with food aren't that great but they were soft and salted. They consistently check your tables to check on you and remove finished drinks and empty dishes. PARKING was soooo easy to find. Right beside it there's a parking garage and the charge was $10 for a Friday night. I love this place and I can't wait to go again

Band AMAZING Drinks Good…read morePo boy 2/10 I was given my poboy on stale/hard bread. As a cook, how did you not take enough pride into what you're serving people to not notice? After picking thru it because I was hungry, I spoke to an manager and he just seemed as if I was not being honest, so I pulled the broken bread pieces out to show him; and he didn't offer anything in return. I won't be back.

Saturday nights usually aren't my thing. But a coworker was…read morecelebrating their birthday so I hauled myself out to HP for celebrations. I was expecting to make an appearance, stay the polite amount of time, then bounce. That is not how the night went. At all. Firstly, I was given a Paloma to drink which is very nice. So I was chit chatting and relaxing on the patio with some other folks from work. However, when the friends decided to roll through and we started dancing, that's when the magic happened I hail from the time of yore with folded notes in class and calling for the time on the house phone. I'm old, y'all. So when there's music at a bar, unless it's a flashback night with indie sleeze or other ancient songs, I'm at a loss. I don't know who was DJing that night, but holy shit did that person transcend time and space with the fucking jams. Ranging from 90s house to modern cumbias this dance floor was fucking lit (or whatever the kids are saying nowadays) and we were sweating and dancing our asses off. It wasn't too crowded, the vibes were immaculate and I cannot want to come back with other friends and try again.

What a gem this is! A true community establishment in…read moreHighland Park. The Offbeat has been in operation for over 10 years and provides an incredibly diverse line up of entertainment. You can find dance parties featuring a wide variety of music styles and eras, comedy nights, Drag shows and brunches, burlesque events, Karaoke, and a warm neighborhood atmosphere. There is a back patio that is usually open, and there are vendor events there on most weekends. The staff are awesome as are the security guards. If you live in Highland Park count yourself very luck. If you are from out of town you need to plan a visit. Check out their schedule and get over here!

Interesting little music venue. It's located by the clubhouse and is a part of the golf course. The…read morevenue isn't super fancy but gets the job done. We went to see their jazz night and the dark atmosphere fit perfectly with the music. The music was good and seems to feature local musicians which is inspiring in my opinion. I believe tickets were $15 a person for a table and $10 for general admission. They had a Yelp deal which was for $15 for $30. We went for the table and essentially got 50% off by using their Yelp deal. I wouldn't say sitting at the table is completely necessary unless you're ordering food. The venue is fairly small, and you'll get a good sound wherever you sit. They allow you to order food at the clubhouse which is a nice treat, dinner and a show, ya know. They'll give you a number to place at your table and will bring the food out when it's ready. However, don't expect a full-on server to be present. If you need something make sure you think of it before you're done placing your order. Once you get your food, chances are you won't see that server again. The food wasn't bad. My husband and I split a burger with fries and an order of jalapeno poppers. I don't think people go here for the food though. Overall, it was a nice and reasonable option if you're interested in local music and looking for a weekday night out. Tip They do allow you to bring in your own wine and pay a corkage fee if that's something you fancy.

Love. Love. Love. Brad always delivers a great show and everyone makes you feel like an old friend…read more He gets great talent and it makes for a great night. Can't wait till they can open again.

We really enjoyed our Friday evening here! It's a beautiful bar/restaurant with quite the view of…read morethe surrounding area; the decor is open and upscale and it's great! The service was friendly and pleasant and prompt, and our food and wine were great. Absolutely will recommend and return!

The appeal of this place is not offset by the negatives…read more It's really marketed as more of an exclusive experience. Kind of like a speakeasy. The service is a one out of five for sure. We had two separate servers because one went home during the middle of our dinner and both were equally horrible. Not even exaggerating when I say we waited at least 15 minutes after we asked for the check and there were probably only 10 tables in the entire restaurant. And we had to call her back over to ask for a second time. SMH. The food although flavorful was so ridiculously priced it was not even funny. I got a "ribeye ". Was literally eight thin slices of steak, like 1" x 1" size for $42! No, I will not be coming back here for so many reasons. The view is great. Castaways is definitely not what it used to be in the way of quality but at least you get more and you get the view. But definitely not worth it going to this place. It was quite a frustrating evening. Also, if you do decide to go here, just bring a coat when it's a little bit cooler in the evenings cause it does get cold up here and getting the staff to manage the heaters correctly is a whole other frustration. Oh, and valet is your only option for parking up here. It's kind of crazy because a few years ago you could just go park in the lot or the garage that's available there but now they're charging you $11 and it's chaos. I will say that the view up here is great though so if you're willing to forgo all of that for a view for like a one time date or something like that, it might be worth it