I rented this venue to host my book launch and it was truly magical. Brandon is such a great host…read moreand makes you feel so welcome from the moment you walk in. First off, the space is so cute and perfect, which made the event feel even more special. Second, all the staff was amazing , attentive, kind, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire evening. Third, the overall atmosphere of the venue really elevated the experience and made the night feel magnificent. From the lighting to the layout, everything came together beautifully and created the perfect setting for such an important milestone. I'm so grateful to have celebrated my book launch in this space. I would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone looking to host a special event. It truly made the night unforgettable.

Went to High Tide on a Sunday afternoon/evening around 5/6 pm AND IT WAS COMPLETELY EMPTY. ID check…read moreupon arrival, security was nice. Bar tender was friendly. The cutest spot, love the set up and decor BUT again it was completely empty. Absolutely loved the photo booth!!! It took AMAZING pictures. We stayed about a hour then we left. Definitely gotta go back when it's actually booming, maybe night time see what the night life is like.

Beer - excellent at their craft. I loved all the beers I tried.. usually all the heavy hitters…read more. (high abv) . The imperial is so balanced that I cant even taste the 12% or higher. Food - burgers are bombs, wings are a delight especially when they both come out quick. The warmth of the food compliments the taste of their beers perfectly. Although, I would t Ask to go lighter or on the side fort he buffalo sauce. Just cause it becomes a soggy mess. Their tatter tots are crispy and perfect with more beers. So, its a yes for their food. Service - friendly and fast. Restroom - usually clean and well supplied. Cleanliness- decent for how many people pass through there. Parking- Street parking with a 2 hour limit. Also a 20 minute walk to dodger stadium. I think 2 hour parking ends at 5 or 6. Perfect walk to get more beer at dodger stadium.

Bet up with our daughter's in-laws to celebrate dual birthdays. Started in the early afternoon at…read morethe Highland Park Brewery (HPB) in Chinatown. Good service, really great beer and cider, nice atmosphere, decent bar food. The location is near the Chinatown Metro station, so we walked the 0.2 miles. Everyone goes the opposite way from that station, going to Chinatown. Instead, we went the opposite way. It's the second time I've gone east from that station, walking on N Spring Street (used it once to go to Majordomo...HPB is a lot closer). Learnt that it's better to keep on the west side of Spring (next to the park), rather than cross immediately. The homeless encampments are really built up on the East side, fully occupying the sidewalk, making you walk in traffic. It's a pretty industrial part of the city, with a bit of street parking near the brewery. It was already fairly busy less than an hour after opening on a Saturday. It's 'sit-yourself', with both outdoor and indoor seating. There are multiple lines where you can place both your food and beer order. Beers are given right away, with food being delivered to your table later. Ended up placing my entire order at once, closing it out immediately. They use Toast as their payment processor, making it easy to get a digital receipt. Rattlesnake Wit Pitcher ($33) - enough for 4 pints. Witbier is my favorite style, and this one really hit the mark for me. Extremely light and fresh. Will seek this out to see if the cans are as good as the draught was. Granada Sincere Cider ($12) - my wife enjoyed her draft apple cider. Three food items, all pretty solid. Fish Chips appetizers ($18.50) used smaller cod pieces, well fried with decent fries. The Chips & Queso ($7.25) came out first: not a huge amount, but thick greasy chips that tasted good in the homemade yellow queso. Our cashier suggested animal cheese wedges ($12) - sidewinder french fried potatoes, covered in a chipotle sauce with grilled onions. It was tasty. All the bathrooms (three I think) are private gender neutral, with a common sink for washing. It got more and more crowded as we sat, and by the time we left an hour later, all the tables were taken. Popular place on a beautiful Saturday afternoon.

Been to this kinda hidden spot several times, always either pre or post Dodgers game. Really…read moredelicious beer and a DELICIOUS whole mackerel cooked open air propped above the coals. It's an al fresco restaurant with tables surrounding trees and trees and bushes surrounding the entire place. Service always really friendly and nice. This place is a little oasis, check it out!

Very nice place with great patio but I feel that the food was overpriced for what you get. What…read morewould make this place a 4/5 star for me is offering real full-sized brats and sausages. Staff is extremely friendly but it did take them over 10 minutes to deliver four beers. I would come back maybe if I'm right by there but there are much better bars to go to in the area.

Night out in LA…read more Parking: Welcome to LA where finding a parking spot sucks a--. Highly recommend getting dropped off or carpooling. We got lucky with steering parking two streets away. Ambiance/Environment: Looove the vibes here. They have a small space, so it can get hot real quick. They'll check IDs at the entrance. There's in n out privileges until a certain time. Music: If you're into house music, then this is the lounge for you. They have different DJs during each set. Drinks: They offer beer, cocktails, and wine. I don't remember the names of the beer, but it did the job lol. The Mango Sticky Rice cocktail was really strong; I enjoyed it!

Melody Lounge is my MOST FAVORITE HIDDEN BAR OF 2026 SO FAR! You can easily walk past by, thinking…read moreits some run down or closed looking restaurant or warehouse looking building.... its tattered fading red curtains gently billowing.... you do a double take, you try to peek inbetween and its all dark.... you decide to jump in anyways and your eyes quickly adjust to beautiful red lanterns hanging in the ceiling, a quaint little bar on its right and seated corners in the left.... move to the bar, meet Sam and start enjoying the scene. You're here to stay and savor the experience. OC holds no flame to these LA vibes. Lots of cool people, they carry local beers and the bartender can serve up some awesome drinks. Do some street parking, check out Chinatown in all its old glory before the gentrification takes over.

This place is a vibe…read more The outside area is chilled and the music is not too loud, meaning you can have a conversation with people. Great if you are past your 20s. There are two bars - cider bar and beer bar. They are separated by the patio area and both have different vibes, which is really cool. The music was nice when I was there. There are also screens with sports playing, which is a big bonus. The calendar on their website also shows all the events and even the food vendors, which is convenient. I had the pilsner and it was delicious. Haven't tried the ciders yet but definitely looks good, and it's something you don't see often. There is a small parking lot but also street parking in the area if anything.

The weirdest of vibes. I've never been to a non-family…read morefriendly brewery before. We were informed by security at the front that our 2-year-old could come in but only if he was held the entire time, and if he was caught walking around we would be asked to leave. They're very dog friendly, but beware if your dog isn't a fan of cats or if you're allergic as they do have cats that freely roam the premises. The beer was fine. If you're a fan of lighter beers I would recommend Homage Brewing, Arrow Lodge, or Angel City (soon to close), all of which are in the area and are very kid and dog friendly. Additionally there is extremely limited parking available in the area, so be prepared to pay $20 for valet.

LOVEDDDD! We came here for my friends bday last night. It was so much fun. It was dark but not too…read moredark. The upstairs did have different music from the downstairs but they both played really good music. My friends and I had to go up and down. The bar made my drinks really well. Majority of the people were in their mid 20s to early 30s. No one was rude or belligerent. I loved how security was on top of things. Shoutout to those guys because I felt super safe at the bar.

General Lee's is a hip two-level cocktail lounge located in the heart of historic Chinatown (within…read moreChinatown Central Plaza). [Parking]: Metered parking wasn't super easy to find and I had to park two blocks away (near intersection of Yale St & W College St) from Chinatown Central Plaza. [Event]: General Lee's is best known for hosting weekday Hong Kong style Mahjong night (sponsored by Mahjong Underground) and please check the IG page for the exact date (e.g. February 2026 was every Wednesday and March 2026 is every Monday). No RSVP is required and our party just simply walked in at 8 PM sharp. Free admission, but 21+ only. [Pro tip]: Please come as early as the cocktail lounge can get pretty crowded within 15 minutes of opening time (8 PM). Otherwise Mahjong tables will be taken up pretty quickly. [Experience]: There were 7 beginner tables on the 2nd level and 9 advanced table on the 1st level. The lounge had DJ playing music so the lounge can get a bit loud. The beginner tables had two laminated pages on how to read Mahjong tiles and how to play Hong Kong style Mahjong. The players at the beginner tables were friendly and our table played open-hand, but it would be great if an actual instructor can teach us more advanced rules. Restroom (unisex) was quite clean. [Conclusion]: Expect packed crowd on Mahjong nights with friendly Mahjong players, but this is not exactly the best place to really learn how to play Mahjong. I see this lounge as more of a place to socialize with other strangers.

Pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere during the recent chess and mahjong event. Downstairs under…read morethe night sky there was a rowdy bunch huddling around the advanced mahjong tables. A bicycling group stopped by for a quick breather in the lot before heading back out. Event organizers were shuffling unsuspecting casual onlookers into playing regulars. In and around the brewery, focused chess matches were set up in dimly lit cosmic lighting, a stark contrast to the commotions from the music and the Lakers game on TV. Upstairs inside the brewery the attendees traded the cool, evening air for a noticeably stuffier experience. The space contained mostly beginner mahjong games as well as chess matches. I had the chance to engage in both activities and had a blast even though I got my butt kicked. Would love to come back and play a few more rounds with a drink in hand.

First time here and I'm really glad I decided to stop by while killing time before a meeting near…read moreChinatown. The ambiance immediately stood out, great music, relaxed vibe, and even pet-friendly. They were also showing the Dodger game, which made the whole experience feel even more lively. I ordered one of their hoppy beers along with the scallop crudo with tostadas. The food did take a little while to come out, but honestly, it was worth the wait. I was a bit skeptical at firs, the presentation included tangerines and mint, which I'd never had with scallops before but the flavor combination totally worked. Everything tasted fresh, and balanced. The tostadas came out warm, which was a nice surprise. It made me wonder if they're handmade tortillas. Overall, a great experience from start to finish. Good vibes, solid food, and a place I'd definitely come back to.

10/10 forgot this place existed! I've been to The Venice…read moreBeach location but boy was this a perfect spot after a show at the Moroccan Lounge. Perfect little tucked away joint with the most delicious dogs. So flavorful, a variety of wild options to choose from. Guys up front are always first for recommendations for food or beers on tap, highly recommended to go with their choices! Super nice and friendly staff! You order first then go sit down. The mustard choices are also super rad offering a different variety! Perfect munchies spot after a late night show! Ordered the Louisiana Hot and Fries with Chipotle catch up. For sureeeeeeee amazing

This place is hands-down one of the best spots around if you're craving hot dogs and a great beer…read moreselection. The hot dogs were seriously amazing -- packed with flavor, perfectly made, and easily some of the best I've had. On top of that, their beer selection was really impressive, with plenty of great options to choose from. What really makes this place stand out, though, is the vibe. It has an awesome atmosphere that makes you want to hang out, relax, and stay awhile. Great food, great drinks, and a fun, welcoming energy all in one spot. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a cool place to eat and grab a beer.

Finding Hidden Gems: Art District Brewing in Little Tokyo, LA…read more One of my favorite rituals when traveling is hunting down the best local breweries -- and Los Angeles did not disappoint. Tucked away in the vibrant heart of Little Tokyo, Art District Brewing instantly caught my attention. The atmosphere alone made it worth the visit, with that perfect blend of industrial cool and neighborhood charm that only LA seems to pull off. The tap selection was impressive -- thoughtfully curated and clearly crafted with intention. But honestly? The food is what stole the show. I always love leaning on a server's recommendations, and this time it paid off beautifully. The chicken tenders arrived golden, perfectly crispy on the outside, and impossibly juicy within. These weren't your average bar bites -- they were the kind of dish that makes you pause mid-conversation just to appreciate the moment. Whether you're a craft beer obsessive or simply someone who appreciates great food in a great setting, Art District Brewing belongs on your LA itinerary. Next time you find yourself wandering Little Tokyo, do yourself a favor and walk through those doors. You can thank me later.

best bar tender ever, so inclusive and a good vibe siempre love him…read more he is the best and i honor this establish him. he gave me water even though i am sobe