I came here for a happy hour and we had a decent time. Their happy hour runs from 4-6p which gives…read morefolks to the opportunity to enjoy some deals post-work! Overall, we stuck to the happy hour menu which had a few options including 4 cocktails ($11) and there were a few snack options at $6. I believe they had some deals on beer/wine but Im more into cocktails so I didnt pay too much attention to those offerings! The drinks (sangria, margarita, and delayed orgasm) were all delicious as were the snacks (naan bites & fries). While we didn't stray from the happy hour menu, Mortar & Pestle is connected to the Curry Up Now so they have a a huge menu to select from if youre feeling hungry. We did notice that the service was a little slow and it took a while to get a drink. We also felt slightly rushed by the staff. It almost felt like they wanted us to order more or leave.

Great spot for a night cap, I like coming here for late night drink before going home. I especially…read morelike getting the Chai with Parle G biscuits, or a fruity drink! The service is nice at the bar and sitting at the counter is a relaxing time. They recently got new chairs too, they're comfy and easier to get in and out of.

It wouldn't be Japantown without a proper karaoke bar. This is a great spot to visit with friends,…read moreor you could plan a team building trip like I did!

It's a great place to have a fun place to be silly in costume and wigs, and sing your heart out…read morewith lots of encouragement from the crowd. Our group of 6 arrived at 8PM to get on the virtual queue early. Wait was about 30-45 min even that early in the night. There were many regulars there ready to sing already. We were fine with waiting and enjoyed a round of drinks. Getting a table at that time was easy but within a couple hours, the place was crowded. The bartender was attentive even as more people came in. She got us our drink orders pretty fast. Drinks were ok, but we were there for karaoke not a cocktail experience.

This place is absolutely fantastic! I happened to stumble across it when looking for a cocktail bar…read morewith a good vibe. Not only are the cocktails special, the small bites menu is super tasty including the Shishito pepper skewers and the Takayoki. The staff are also super friendly and the bartenders are some of the best mixologists in town.

Alter Ego and Still OG might just be the most cleverly conceived bar concept in the city. Small and…read moreintimate, yes -- but every inch of it is intentional. Let's start with the drinks. The cocktail menu is inspired by records, and you can feel the creativity in every sip. These aren't your standard bar pours -- they're clearly thought out and crafted with personality. If you're someone who appreciates a drink with a story behind it, you'll be in your element here. The live DJ on weekends takes the whole experience to another level. The music isn't background noise -- it's part of the atmosphere, and it hits right. What makes this place truly special is that you're getting two completely different vibes under one roof. Walk into Still OG up front and you get a casual, laid-back energy -- easy conversation, good company, no pretension. Then slip into the speakeasy in the back and the whole mood shifts. Alter Ego is a proper intimate lounge with their full bar, and it feels like a world away from the street outside. The transition between the two spaces is surprisingly seamless and genuinely fun to experience. And they're open late, which puts them in a rare category of places actually worth staying out for. Whether you're there for a chill night out or a proper evening, this place delivers both without making you choose.

Really nice lounge with a chill vibe. Drinks were great, and…read morethe service was super friendly.

Stopped in on a slow Wednesday night to see how the atmosphere was with Angel and John working the…read morebar. I'm proud to say I have found the smallest chicken wings in America with the highest price on them. AVOID the chicken wings as I've seen pigeon wings that had more meat on them than what these things have. Price tag = $15. I attempted to try out the talents of Angel making their version of a Tomcat Collins. After attempting to follow the directions on his paper, Angel seeked the advice of John at which point John says "just use syrup instead". Price tag = $18. The flavor, and lack of gin in the drink (he used the remainder of the liquor in the bottle, and didn't open another bottle to finish the pour) showed the laziness by Angel in making the drink. Based on the low quality of food served here, and the simple lack of effort and pride of customer service displayed by BOTH of the bartenders, I can't recommend anyone waste their time, finances, or stomach here.

Had a great experience at this place, the food was great! As well as the service, our waitress…read moreAlexis was great !!

Rachel's service was amazing, so were the drinks and the music…read more Definitely worth the trip.

Fun kitschy Japanese decor, music was fire at times. No cover when we went last Friday. But the…read morelasers were my favorite part. Would've been fabulous to sit and watch for a while. There a water station with plenty of cups at the end of the bar!! And the bartender offered it a few times, so very appreciated! Drinks were also a few bucks cheaper than the other clubs around.

It was a good vibe! Nice open floor plan so there's space to dance and talk. Nice outdoor area and…read moresecond floor. Only thing is they have a $10 cover from the second they open which I think is kind of lame, like hey we got here early we shouldn't have to pay.

Cielo is open seasonally, and we finally visited during (*at the very end of*) their Winter…read moreExperience. I think traditionally, you need reservations for Cielo, but their Winter Experience (ran through December and mid-January) is first-come, first-served. The Winter Experience is a Christmas-themed set-up - very tastefully and beautifully decorated - with Christmas music (even 2 weeks after the New Year). the tables along the edge have small in-table fire pits AND a tall heated furnace - you will not be cold in December. these tables do require a minimum spend of $50 per person, which we came into this expecting that regardless - however, it sounds like you can sit at any of the other tables without this minimum spend, though you will only have a blanket for warmth. the sunset was beautiful, though keep in mind that we do live in a city, and there are other tall buildings around, so don't set your expectations too high. Overall, we are so happy we finally checked this place out, and that we were able to do so during the Winter Experience. We did find it overpriced (considering it's at Hotel Valencia... we weren't surprised) for what you get. I tried one cocktail (~$20) that tasted like a flavored soda, before switching to wine; my husband had 2 Old Fashioned, they were both made differently but both good. The food was good - small, shareable portions. We're happy to have finally stopped in, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come again. HOW TO GET THERE: enter Hotel Valencia from the ground floor; take the elevator to Floor 3; go straight down the hall, pass the front desk on your left, to the second set of elevators; take that to the top floor

Cielo at Hotel Valencia in Santana Row had a winter-wonderland-style setup that was definitely…read morecute, but overall the experience felt underwhelming. When compared to the APRÈS VILLAGE experience at the Four Seasons, it doesn't come close. The food menu is very limited, and food took quite a while to come out. There's also no option to make reservations, which was disappointing and made the experience feel less organized. That said, it's aesthetically pleasing enough for a few social media photos. Beyond that, it's nothing to make a big fuss over, and I can't say I'd go out of my way to return.

I live in the area and passed by a couple times. My cousin…read moreand I wanted to go somewhere low key to catch up and have a drink so we came to The Note Lounge. It was quiet, but our bartender Stephanie was so friendly and made our drinks perfectly. By 9pm at started picking up and there was a DJ, music and people dancing--it overall was a really fun time!

My bf and I live in the area and wanted to check out this neighborhood bar. We were hesitant since…read morethis seems like an older crowd, according to the limited pics/reviews. We went anyways and it was so wholesome! It was very lively on a Friday, they had a DJ and then karaoke later in the night. It was cool to see like a community in there, and everyone getting along. If you're younger, live in the area, and bored - doesn't hurt to come check it out!

Always a great experience at La Catalana. The food and service never disappoints. I love this…read morehidden gem in our neighborhood. We came here to celebrate my birthday on a Friday night. Made a reservation a few days before and were seated right away. We ordered the squid ink paella. So delicious. Our server suggested we order it for 3 people even though we had 4. He was right. It was the perfect portion for the four of us accounting for the other dishes we shared. Everything is always good here. I don't think we've had a dish that we didn't like. We will slowly work our way through the menu because it is so delicious. The perfect, intimate spot for date nights or special occasions. You will be well taken care of. They did sing happy birthday to me but they asked if it was ok before hand. They also brought a special birthday dessert.

Great place and the food is amazing I really liked the…read morearroz negro. Service is great Want to come back and try more tapas

The status : at the holiday inn hotel . Overall 2/5 stars…read morebeginning with SERVICE / BARTENDER : as amazing as the service was the bartender AND another employee came over and looked as we tried to make a choice . After feeling the pressure and ordering a drink the other employee chimed in that we could also buy a beer . ( not to mention during our stay she asked us to come down for happy hour over 4 times , and my husband is sober living ) so we declined again* .and he ordered a steak med rare and I ordered the wings extra crispy . MEAL / PRICE The steak was chewy and took for ever for me to eat the one bite I stole from my husband, and my wings tasted as if they were sauce first and then air fried . Over cooked and dried out . My husbands steak was NOT med rare there was no signs of life coming from this steak it was made as if the meat was gonna be used for tacos . And it was upwards of 20.00 along with my wings for about 16.00 and without a tip spending 40.00. OVERVIEW / TLTR : if you are hungry spend money on doordash and even if the food comes cold it would still be better, and the same price .

Meh? Service was great. Hands down we had the sweetest waitress. But the food was just meh and…read moreexpensive for what it was. My husband had the omelette, I had the and my kids had waffles. The waffles were pretty good, light, fluffy and covered in fruit. My was just ok. I had to add a lot of hot sauce to add flavor. My husband's omelette was completely missing salt. We had to add salt with each bite it was so bad. This place isn't bad to visit if you don't want your basic hotel breakfast, but I need to try dinner first to make a well rounded decision. If I am back in the area, I will try their dinner.