This place is a must visit!!!! How did I not hear about…read morethis place before? Booked a reservation easily for a Friday evening, there's not really a bad seat in the entire place. Cute cocktail bar with a view, The view is incredible at sunset on the outdoor patio. We enjoyed cocktails, beer, and the filet mignon sammie. The food was SO good. Perfect for cocktail hour, but they also serve the full menu from castaway here so you could even order dinner if you wanted. Really beautiful presentation for the cocktails, reminds me of Barton G before it closed. They have a buzz button cocktail which was super tasty! Service was extreme friendly,and accommodating. Everyone was making sure we were satisfied throughout out time there. I will for sure be back, and if you're looking for a cute date night spot this it! I will be back to try more of the tapas!

The Green Room... I am not sure why service gets such a bad rating- never had any issues with that…read more I like their signature cocktails and food options... l am giving them 4 stars only because of the most recent experience that I had... I checked the hours, and it said this place closes at 11. My friend and I came at 9... and guess what... the place was closed. Why? I don't know. We were just told that they'd decided to close early that day. Mind you, Castaway was still open that night. Why would a bar close before its posted hours? ‍

Highly recommend! Classic Glendale establishment!…read more The Famous has been under new ownership, a lovely woman, who has great new ideas for the bar. Lots of themed nights and engaging activities to really bring the community together. I love the creative and fun cocktails. Lots of asian themes but also traditional tiki drinks. Unfortunately parking may be a bit tough (you'll need to walk) - either street parking (paid in front), free street parking in the residential, or parking at the mall

(Drank 03/28/26 SA @ 6:00pm): How famous was this bar in Glendale?…read more After a late-afternoon film at the nearby AMC The Americana At Brand 18, my friend and I walked around a bit and eventually found ourselves at The Famous Bar. With the seemingly ever-changing landscape along Brand Blvd. in downtown Glendale, this establishment has been around since 2012 (which I believe was the first and only time I came here). Primarily known for its inventive craft cocktails and a killer whiskey selection, it was a nice place to sneak away into before or after your main event... or, maybe this could be the place to spend an entire evening. Would this bar famously make an impression on me to remember to return in the future!? PURCHASE(S) Fremont Brewing Dark Star Double Oatmeal Imperial Stout Beer 8.00% ABV 16floz Draft ($6.00 HH; Reg. $9.00): Dark brown color, coffee oatmeal roasty aroma, medium body, chocolate coffee oatmeal roasty toasty flavor, mouthfeel smooth finish, and coffee oatmeal roasty toasty aftertaste. This was a really tasty brew and my favorite of the two! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=ad_C9YTJYF9lVr2FOEQLkg 12" Margherita Pizza ($20.00 HH; Reg. $26.00): A simple pizza with a somewhat thin crust that was kind of cardboardy, the flavor was rather pedestrian with chewy mozzarella although the basil was fragrant and fresh. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=kdkvUttCLmMOAGQ1nyp5tg Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. Danish Red Amber Lager Beer 5.50% ABV 16floz Draft ($5.00 HH; Reg. $8.00): Dark amber red color, malty allspice aroma, low body, malty sweet flavor, clean smooth finish, and malty sweet aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=QQjsTWce5Lstcxj5PowrYw Steak Fries ($7.00 HH; Reg. $9.00): This was an impulse buy as something to pair with my second beer. A decent portion-sized snack, each spud stick was hot, steaming, and thick and came with a side of ketchup. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=GVoy0nzxFUL6rHWaxNdG7Q SERVICE We were warmly greeted by a sole young woman behind the bar who handed us a menu and directed us to sit anywhere. After a few minutes of reviewing the menu, we each placed our order at the bar, our drinks were delivered quickly while the food took mere minutes to arrive at the table. We had to approach the bar each time we ordered something, but any empty glasses and plates were collected at the table. Once we closed out our tabs, we were thanked for coming as we headed out into the night. Everything was chill and easy - thank you! PARKING (Varied; FREE this instance): I parked in the nearby original Glendale Galleria parking structure and simply walked over first to The Americana then to this place. Otherwise, there was limited parking along the main drag of Brand Blvd. and other surrounding side streets, the nearby Glendale Galleria II parking structure, The Americana parking structure that offered validation, numerous public transportation options, and rideshares - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A dark cavernous speakeasy-like place with open space, various tables and couches strewn about, and a large long somewhat decorative bar with an impressive whiskey selection displayed behind it. I appreciated the exposed brick walls which gave it that old-time feel with a few framed pictures hung on them. Minimal natural lighting came through the front doors and windows while minimal electric ceiling lights filled in rest. There was at least one projection TV where we watched the Dodgers game while music played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=SomLKsk1KVcemeOCHGOZfg ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL It was nice to slip into The Famous Bar for the first time in over a decade, and if I found myself spending time in downtown Glendale again, I'd consider another visit. Sadly, I try to avoid the highly congested area as much as possible. I loved the fact that they had a daily happy hour (4pm-7pm) and late-night SU-TH happy hours (10:30pm-close), so there was always a deal to be found. The drinks were the main reason you came, while the food was just an add-on. The prices were elevated, but you had a good menu selection of libations (nice local craft beer list) to choose from. The customer service was easy, friendly, and straightforward. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $42.00 BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

Just recently celebrated my 40th birthday And all I can say…read morethey exceeded all my expectations, the food was amazing and the decor was great , the service was amazing , The dj was playing all the right music to set the vibes and the burlesque show they had was great. The manager Armen was the nice guy and made sure everything went smoothly , if your planning on having an event this is the place to do it

I came here with my niece for a last minute dinner, & overall, we had a nice first-time experience…read more The restaurant has a really unique atmosphere...it feels like a mix between a dinner spot & a dance club. They have different themed nights with DJs & live music, & I believe it was Mediterranean night when we went. I could definitely see this being a fun spot to come with friends, family, or for a celebration. When we went, the restaurant was pretty empty...there was our table & only one other table, which was a group celebrating a birthday. Because of that, I did feel like the music was extremely loud for how empty the restaurant was. I completely understand having loud music when the place is packed & everyone is there to dance & enjoy the nightlife, but since it was mostly just the two of us trying to have dinner, I think turning it down a little would have made the experience more comfortable. We still tried to make the most of it and enjoy the atmosphere. The food & drinks were good, although I would say the prices are definitely on the expensive side. We still had a fine meal. I'd be interested in coming back on a busier weekend to experience the restaurant when the atmosphere is more lively. One thing I did notice was that an 18% gratuity was already included in our bill. I understand automatic gratuity for larger parties, but since it was just me & my niece & we only ordered one meal, I only had one drink, & she had water, it felt a little high...especially considering how empty the restaurant was that night. I understand this may be their standard policy, but it was something I noticed. They also currently have a promotion where you can receive a sweet treat or a drink on the house for leaving a Google review, which was a nice little perk for a first time visit. Overall, I think this could be a really fun place for a group, birthday, date night, or anyone looking for dinner with music, dancing, & a nightlife atmosphere. I'd definitely be curious to come back on a busy weekend!

Definitely speakeasy vibes. You will need to message ahead of time for the password. There will be…read morea bouncer outside that'll ask for it. Inside is a surprisingly large space. So much seating! I've never seen the venue overcrowded. Large menu so many drinks to try! Great spot whenever I have guests visiting

LADIES, PLEASE BE CAREFUL! Save your money and think twice before visiting this business!…read more Just as I have recommended this place to several people in the past, I believe it's equally important to share my negative experience and be honest about what happened. I visited with a group of new friends who had never been to this establishment before. Less than 20 minutes into our visit, we were dealing with a clearly intoxicated male & female sitting next to us who repeatedly accused us of bumping into him, not saying "excuse me" etc. despite the fact that we had only just arrived. He was clearly intoxicated. The situation quickly escalated into verbal harassment, and my friend and I were insulted and made to feel extremely uncomfortable. The man physically got out of his chair and yelled at us on two separate occasions, leaving us feeling unsafe and concerned that the situation could turn physical. We brought the issue to the manager's attention, expecting the situation to be handled appropriately. Instead, the individuals involved were allowed to remain at the bar. We were essentially told to sit at opposite ends of the establishment rather than seeing any meaningful action taken to address the behavior. As a customer, I should not have to leave a business because I feel unsafe after reporting aggressive and intimidating behavior. My friend and I ultimately decided to leave, despite having every intention of enjoying our evening. Several other people witnessed what happened. I am extremely disappointed in how this situation was handled. A business has a responsibility to take its customers' safety seriously, especially when someone is visibly intoxicated and behaving aggressively toward others. I genuinely wanted to love this place and had previously encouraged others to visit. Unfortunately, this experience completely changed my opinion. No one should have to choose between their personal safety and enjoying a night out. I hope management takes situations like this more seriously in the future, because the way a business responds to its customers when something goes wrong says everything about its standards and values.

The vibes in this bar are so cool. It's laid back and relaxed and you can enjoy some drinks at the…read morebar and let me tell you the bartender will make you the biggest shot.

Service was rude, I asked for an old fashioned given the vibe that it's portraying . Mashed orange…read moresoda water and crushed ice even after I asked if they have big cubes they said they do and when I told them I didn't like the drink I paid for the short bald dude that made the drink said I'll charge you for another drink if you wanna change it. Wouldn't come back Jazz band playing was cool though but even the other bartender said we can add ginger beer . I paid for a drink I should get the service for the drink I paid for not attitude when they literally make it the wrong way.

Nothing but positive vibes every time you go. The food is great, drinks are great, and the hookah…read moreis good too. Their customer service is amazing, I haven't had one negative experience with them. Always quick with the hookah, and always attentive to their customers. Highly recommend trying out if you're in the area.

A little sketchy. I know the neighborhood well enough, but armed security with vests is a bit much…read more Hookah's fine, food's ok but the vibe ain't vibin. Update: I'm impressed by the owner reaching out and being receptive. I will definitely be back soon to reevaluate. Thank you Hovig, wishing you all the best & success.

I booked Veranda Restaurant to celebrate a birthday and paid $120 per person, but the experience…read morewas extremely disappointing. The cake was first brought out with a candle, then taken to the back, sliced, and returned piled on top of each other, placed on the table with tongs for us to serve ourselves. For a paid birthday event, this felt careless and unprofessional. There was a clear lack of food and service. The salads and meat were cleared by 10:30 PM, leaving our table bare, and the beef BBQ was so dry I could barely bite into it. We were told to expect a DJ and live music, but there was no DJ. The live music did not even start until 8:30 PM. Between the few live songs, elevator-style background music was played, which you couldn't dance to. Most of the time you were just sitting and waiting for the next song. In total, there were only a handful of songs the entire night, from about 8:30 PM until 11:30 PM. Then all music was completely shut down by 12:00 AM while there were still guests in attendance. This felt extremely unprofessional and cut our celebration short. The alcohol service was handled very poorly as well. I personally supplied the alcohol to the restaurant, yet only two bottles were placed on our table initially. The rest was kept to the side, and throughout the night the men at our table were asking for alcohol and felt they were expected to tip servers just to have their shots refilled. (Over $250 in tips server collected from my guests) This was uncomfortable and completely inappropriate. For the price I paid, the lack of food, lack of service, and especially the poor handling of music and alcohol made this a very poor experience. I even asked the venue employee would music be back on and they said oh yes long as there are guests music doesn't stop! But it clearly did. I would not recommend this venue for an important celebration. Party ended at 12am on a Friday night.

Stopped by for some hookah after having a drink nearby. It was fairly late on a Monday so the place…read morewas pretty dead. Hostess and servers were very nice and attentive. We didn't have any food so I cannot attest to that but the menu looked pretty good. There's live music Tuesdays and Thursdays. Cute date spot or a good to meet with friends and family.

Terrific dinner experience here with Julian as our server. The view is spectacular. And on a hot…read moreday, it was nice and cool on the rooftop. Prices add up because portions for most things are small. But we had a delicious dinner with only one thing I wouldn't recommend. Whipped feta salad: really delicious and surprising. It was tomatoes and olives with a delicious feta purée and a gorgeous presentation. Also a good portion. It doesn't come with bread but we added some on Salmon special roll with truffle. It's the truffle sauce that makes this dish. Otherwise it's a pretty ordinary salmon roll. But we enjoyed it. Seabass: this was super yummy. The asparagus it was served with was also delicious. We were still a little hungry so we ordered the little salmon crispy tacos. These were very boring and not a great value for the price. I would not recommend them. We still were hungry so we split dessert and it was extremely delicious and a perfect way to end the meal. Julian recommended the Kadaif. Yum! Overall a delicious meal. And a great reason to stay at the Glen Mark, because it's easy to have dinner and then go back to your room. Super cute and tasty place.

Breathe taking roof too view. Excellent sushi and steak. Incredible service…read more Truly enjoyed my night with my wife.

Tried this place over the weekend. Great bartenders. Friendly regulars. Good drinks. The bartender…read morerecommended a whiskey I really enjoyed. This is a great little dive for a night cap. I'll be back again.

Their ambience is beautiful, I ordered an espresso martini and it was OK. It wasn't great. I've had…read morebetter. I don't even think they use real espresso. I had a lobster roll. That was really good. I don't know you could stop in and try it, but they don't have many things on their menu either when they give you the menu it looks like it's part of the bar menu I think this place could be an amazing place. They just need to work on the menu drinks, drink specials. I don't know something else this place didn't hit the way. I thought it was going to.

From the owners to the staff, the service is exceptional. The food is unbelievably unique,…read moreflavorful, and absolutely delicious. The drinks are just as impressive, thoughtfully crafted and beautifully presented--from their signature in-house Love Potion to the wide variety of expertly curated cocktails and beverages. This restaurant is truly a hidden gem in Glendale and is a place everyone should experience at least once. The ambiance is warm, inviting, and elegant, making every visit feel special. To top it all off, they offer an incredible selection of desserts that are just as unforgettable as the rest of the menu. Every aspect of the experience is consistently outstanding and leaves you looking forward to your next visit. Their whiskey selections are amazing.

Came by for a pre-dinner drink prior to eating at Din Tai Fung. It was 5:30 on a Thursday, and we…read morewere the only people there. I thought that they possibly had a happy hour, but either they stopped it, or they didn't advertise it. I think a happy hour would help draw a bit of a crowd and get more people there. They have a good selection of spirits and a handful of beer on tap. Overall, it was a fine visit for a drink, but was not very memorable or anything that would justify 5 stars. I'll probably try out somewhere different next time before heading to dinner. They have outdoor and indoor seating, and the over ambiance is fine. Not too loud and not too quiet. Service was nothing more than asking what you want to drink and then bringing it to you. No recommendations