Walked in on a Friday afternoon close to noon and it was pretty full with what appeared to be a lot…read moreof locals watching the masters and just chilling. Comfortable (but clean) dive bar with a tiny kitchen/grill in the front window. We didn't try any food, but people seemed happy with their orders. I'd like to think we'd be a regular here if we lived in the area.

Was told by a friend "total dive bar, but the experience is 80% why we go". I have to say, he…read morewasn't wrong! The "dive bar" is like a second home to me as it's kind of where we just grew up as kids. As places begin to modernize, the dive bar aspect slowly slips away. Came here for some quick dinner and wasn't disappointed. It was insanely busy!! The biggest downside during the busy time was the wait. Wait for drinks, wait for food... etc. However, staff did a pretty good job at trying to keep up with what they had to do. Burger was $13 and came with a bag of chips. It was good food and hit the spot. Definitely a fun little place to visit... just maybe when it's not so busy.

This was my first time visiting Purple Orchid, and I wanted to try a tiki bar close to home…read more Overall, I had a really fun time! The vibe is very classic, no-fuss tiki bar, and they have two pool tables inside, which adds to the laid-back feel. The drinks were great, and everyone there was really nice, which made the experience even better. The only thing I'd say could use some improvement is the music. Omg, I was definitely wishing the playlist had a little more energy or personality. Better music would take the vibe up a notch for sure. Other than that, the drinks were solid, the people were friendly, and I had a great Saturday night. I'd definitely come back for a casual tiki drink night.

Tiki bar on Richmond...tropical vibe, decent drinks, pool table... sat at a table for well over 2…read morehours; servers passed by without asking if we wanted another drink or to clear the growing collection of empty glasses.

Great dive bar. Friendly patrons and staff. The food is actually good though everyone comes for the…read morecheap drinks.

Went to the castle at 6am for breakfast. They were not ready for service. I didn't think they…read morewould be ready until well after 7am, so I just had a beer. They also removed the pancake from their menu. I posted a photo of the latest menu. So, open at 6am for booze, but not food.

Stopped by Simmzy's in Manhattan Beach and had a really enjoyable meal. The atmosphere is laid…read moreback, the service was friendly, and it is the kind of place that fits perfectly with the beach town vibe. The standout for me was the birria fries. They were packed with flavor and had just the right amount of richness. Every bite was delicious, and the toppings worked really well together. My only complaint is that I wish there had been more meat on top. At $15.50, you are paying quite a bit for fries with toppings, so a little extra birria would have made the dish feel like a better value. The Caesar salad with chicken is an absolute must. Sometimes a simple salad can be overlooked, but this one was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The chicken was cooked well, and it made for a satisfying meal on its own. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back. The food was flavorful, the atmosphere was fun, and there is plenty on the menu worth trying.

The location is great with adequate of parking around the area. The server was very attentive to…read moreour group. I got the poke bowl and it was fresh and delicious. I would definitely recommend that dish and this place.

Fox Den is hands down my favorite cocktail lounge! The atmosphere is always great, the drinks are…read moreamazing, and Christian and Eric behind the bar are the BEST. They're both so friendly, attentive, and always make sure you're taken care of. Whether you're stopping in for one drink or staying for the night, they make the whole experience that much better. Great cocktails, great vibes, and even better bartenders. Fox Den will always be one of my favorite spots!

Amazing service and truly appreciate the staff…read more Thank you - Roman and Mackenzie for taking the time to taste Maravilla Blended Tequila. Yummy!

As soon as we entered, we got such a wonderful, welcome and good service. They have a spa water…read morestation where you can stay hydrated as long as you want. They make customized cocktails. They don't have a cocktail menu. We ordered chicken wings, and garlic fries. Both were superb! very tasty! The bartender was amazing and very friendly. We will definitely come back if we are in the area.

I've never seen a bar work so hard to avoid being a sports bar while actively showing a World Cup…read morematch. The game was on every screen, but the audio remained off. The only exception was after a goal, when the broadcast volume would briefly come on for about a minute before being replaced by music again. After several repetitions, it felt less like a technical decision and more like a statement. If the owner doesn't want to host soccer fans, that's completely their prerogative. But putting a World Cup match on the TVs while intentionally suppressing the experience people came to enjoy is a strange middle ground that manages to satisfy nobody. The result was a room full of people watching one of the biggest sporting events in the world while being reminded every few minutes that the bar would rather they weren't.

Came in for the first time and the energy was so fun. The bartender Steph was singing and bringing…read moresuch great vibes. Even the patrons were so nice talking to us and so inviting. Been coming back for a month now and the energy just keeps getting better. The service is quick, my drink is already filled up as soon as I'm done. They're attentive and the music is always going! It's a dive bar with a pool table. Next time come in get your drinks from Steph Mon-Thursday! She's sassy, cool as hell and she will absolutely remember you!!

Honestly one of my favorite bars in the area. Walking…read moredistance from my house, reasonably priced drinks, friendly bartenders, a pool table and tunes! What more can a girl ask for?! I've been coming to this bar for quite some time and i genuinely always have a great time when I come. I throughly enjoy when Stephanie and Trey are working ! They're dope individuals. There's street parking and a small parking lot in the back! If you're in the area and want to have a an easy going great night? This is the bar for you .

A hidden gem within staggering distance of my hotel…read more The other clientele seemed local and were there for the basketball game. All well behaved, everyone kept to themselves. The staff were friendly without being in-your-face-I-want-your-tips, but attentive at the same time with menus arriving quickly and fresh drinks timed perfectly. Food was delivered so fast I suspect that they had a bunch of game day standards pre-prepared to better deal with the game crowd. Regardless, the food was delivered fast. I had the buffalo wings which were crisp and lip smacking spicy - just as I would expect. Plump and meaty wings, and despite being an appetiser it was enough for me as dinner. The pilsener was a good match with the wings, and was a refreshing brew. I had three or four of them for the sake of quality assurance. Well recommended.

Went here for lunch time for a working social. There was already alot of people posted around the…read morebar with drinks in hand and food in front of them. Waited a good 15 minutes before someone attended to us. The person that attended to us was the bartender. Realizing he is playing host, bartender and waiter. He handed us a menu and stated he will be back to take our orders. Another 15 minutes goes by and we finally order adult beverages. 10 minutes goes by which he delivered our drinks. I received my Michelob ultra which was like a cold slushy! I said perfect! Thats the way I like my drink. Super cold and icey. We ordered on the spot. Another 15 minutes goes by. Recieved our food. Wings, zucchini, hamburgers and tater tots. I have got to say.. the food here is exceptionally delicious! No complaints on the food. All was satisfying. The place has a ambiance like a tavern. Dark and cozy. Parking is a hit and miss. We came in a good time. Parking may be difficult on peak hours. If you use Google maps.. be aware, sometimes Google maps is retarded. As a first timer, Google maps got us driving around and around. Just remember that the bar is on Sepulveda and parking is in the back. Alittle frustrated. Lol Overall it was a good experience. They can work on their staffing for lunch hour. Maybe add one waitress to cover lunch time.

The Baseline: For a fine dining the food needs to be fresh, the presentation must excel beyond a…read morecasual dining place, there must be a selection of accompanying offerings, and there are unique offerings. Food: Came here for brunch on a Saturday morning. The Huevos Rancheros was awesome and good (5 out of 5). Jammy over easy eggs pled right into my sauced up tortilla chips. The side of beans were spot on with it. Also the Bloody Mary is bloody darn good with a big slice of bacon backing that up. The fish tacos were delicious as well as the Eggs benedict. Star of the show was the big cinnamon roll with its oozy-gooey goodness. A must for brunch and they do sell out. Service: Great service and full water glasses. Fast, efficient, friendly, and upscale. Ambiance: Enjoying brunch with ocean breezes and views. How can a day get better than that unless you hate the ocean?!? Always a great atmosphere at the Strand House.

The Strand was super busy on a Tuesday night, so I'm glad we were able to make a reservation. We…read morewere led upstairs to sit outside on the patio, which had a cute view of the beach. There's metered parking in the lower lots that's convenient. The menu here is pretty extensive, but we got to order a number of things. My favorite was the french fries, they were well fried and seasoned. They came with a ton too! We couldn't even finish it. Their bluefin tuna was really good too and they also offered to make it GF for people in our party. Their yellowtail crudo was a bit too fishy for us. Their octopus was really great as well! For entrees, I tried the salmon and the short rib. The salmon was cooked well, but a really small portion for the price. The veg with it was a bit too acidic for me. The short rib and potatoes were amazing! Would definitely order again!

Went here for a business gathering. Been here plenty of times before. Went here for happy hour…read more Ordered two Michelob Ultra drinks. The beer freshness did not dissapoint. The food here is outstanding. Breakfast menu entirely is off the hook. Great breakfast burritos. Ambiance is a cool mom and pops bar. Plenty of seating outside and inside. This is a hidden gem in the neighbor hood of Manhattan Beach. Great service and good food. Definitely a good experience with some coworkers.

It had been a long while since I had been to The Hanger, mostly because that's just not the area…read morethat I generally hang out. I had forgotten how much I actually like this bar though. It's got a very local vibe, great friendly service, and some good food. They don't have a huge selection on tap but it's enough to find something that I'll be happy to drink. I will definitely make it a point to stop in more often!