Food was good and service was excellent. I will be returning to get baby back ribs. The mash…read morepotatoes are good too

I don't get out much, but sometimes you just want to have a drink and pretend to socialize. I don't…read morelive in Sunland, but not too far away and when heading to the grocery store down the street I was reminded about this little joint and figured I'd stop since I was already out that way. As read in the reviews, and obvious in person, this isn't going to be everyone's hangout, if it it does resonate with you, you'll have a good time. Definitely more of a locals spot, but everyone's welcome. Staff was pleasant, the place small and comfy, the drinks cold, and just a kick back and relax ambience.

Hailing from a Social Bar + Kitchen love affair, the concept was developed to celebrate the…read morecultural diversity, rich history, and the proud spirit of the original 141 residents* of the LA Basin**. Personally, I think this is one of the best happy hour bars around. Inside, it has a steampunk-y sensibility with rich, dark wood tones & comfy booths. Outside, there's a patio along Honolulu Avenue that's just the spot for people watching. HAPPY HOUR MENU :: - The wings are great. They're perfectly saucy, served with blue cheese or ranch. Pairs well with their Happy Hour Prickly Pear Cider (in a can for $5). - Also, there's Habiscus Cider on draft, which is also sweet and more soda pop-like. It's not on Happy Hour. $9 for a tall glass. - Potato Skins are stacked with toppings and super cheesy. We tried their house Ranch and asked for a side of Bleu Cheese. OTHER NOTABLE FAVES :: - $15 gets you 2 tacos with a side of chips. - Meatloaf Mondays - get a proper meal that sticks to your ribs + a pint for $20. - No wait for a booth. Food & drinks came out quickly. Overall, the service is great. Sorry, kids. This place is 21 and over only. It's a date night, bday drinks, or first stop on an adults night out kinda place. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * That number comes from the 1st census count in the early 1800s ** The LA Basin includes Hollywood Hills to Coastal PCH Shores, San Fernando & San Gabriel valleys + Orange County too.

We just moved to the neighborhood and were really excited to try this place, especially after…read moreseeing so many great reviews. Unfortunately, our experience was the complete opposite when it came to service. We sat at the bar, and the restaurant wasn't particularly busy. There were at least four people working behind the bar, which made the lack of service even more puzzling. It genuinely felt like we were being ignored. Not in a "they're slammed" kind of way, there was just a really odd lack of acknowledgment throughout our entire meal. What's especially surprising is how many reviews mention great service, because that was definitely not our experience. I asked to taste a couple of different beers before deciding, which was totally fine, but after that it took forever to actually get someone's attention to order one. Once we finally got our beer, we were ready to order food, but again, no one acknowledged us. We waited patiently and eventually had to get someone's attention ourselves. We ordered the fish and chips and the pot roast French dip. The menu says the French dip comes with a choice of chips or salad, but our server never asked us which we wanted. We assumed chips were the default since the choice was never mentioned. When our food arrived, we didn't have any silverware. We asked the person who dropped off our food for some, and he seemed genuinely confused by the request. It took a while for him to bring us rolled silverware that was apparently already ready to go. We then asked about the chips with the sandwich. He went to the kitchen, came back with the ticket, told us it came with salad and that we needed to request chips, and then simply walked away. This was probably the most frustrating part because it would have been such an easy customer-service moment to handle differently. Chips aren't exactly an expensive or complicated item. A simple, "It actually comes with salad unless you request chips, but no problem I'll bring you some," would have completely changed the interaction. Instead, we were essentially told we were wrong and left it at that. After that, no one checked on us. I needed some extra malt vinegar and asked the bartender for it. He never brought it and never acknowledged the request again. What made the whole experience even stranger was that the people sitting around us seemed to be getting perfectly normal service. It just felt like we were somehow invisible. After we finished eating, our plates sat in front of us for a long time. Again, no one checked on us, asked if we wanted another drink, dessert, or anything else. I eventually had to physically push my plate toward the edge of the bar and ask for the check before we got any acknowledgment. I honestly can't remember the last time I experienced service that was this consistently odd and nonexistent. And unfortunately, the food itself wasn't anything particularly memorable either. We were genuinely looking forward to having a new neighborhood spot, so it was disappointing to leave with such a bad impression. Maybe we caught them on an off night, but based on our experience, we won't be returning.

The best "dive" bar in the region. However they have elevated spirits and wine offerings. The…read morebartenders(Josh and Kiki) are the best of the best... like Top Gun level tenders... give this place a shot yo!!!

Great spot for locals who have grown up with this bar. It was remodeled and is a lot nicer in…read morerecent years. Service is usually great. Energy is great when they have live music, but depending on the crowd it can be fun on any given night. Have not had food here (is there a kitchen?) They had a vendor show up quite late on St Paddy day offering great sounding food/sandwiches (it was just a little late).

Sahara cafe is the most welcoming cafe to hangout at. It brings coziness and fun to your night…read more From the music taste to the taste of the Mediterranean menu and much more. I've been there multiple times and everytime it has exceeded my expectations. Never a dull time at Sahara cafe. My friends and I went there the first time and now its our go to spot. The owners welcomed us like its our home. They made us feel safe and comfortable. Their hospitality was close to none. My group and I definitely recommend this amazing cafe. On the weekends they have middle eastern bands playing and make you feel like you traveled across country while being at the cafe. From the entertainment to the service, everything is A1. You can go see it for yourself and see the fun this place brings. Safe to say i will definitely be a regular at Sahara cafe and enjoy the amazing food and great hospitality. Its hard to find places like this in LA!! The energy is amazing and the staff is even more amazing! :)

Under new management love this place specially fish nights OMG Fridays Bronzino fried or grill…read morewith live music and Saturdays it's Arabic night with belly dancers my go to place. Thank you Sara for amazing nights.

Came to Blue Moon yesterday because it's usually a reliable late-night spot, but the DJ didn't seem…read moreto know what they were doing. There were no transitions between songs, and it sounded like someone was just playing tracks on TouchTunes and cutting them off mid-song

Nice local location relative to my hometown of Altadena. Small to medium size with a second floor…read moreand an outside patio. It's l8catwd in or near where parts of Glendale and Montrose come together.Plenty flat screen TV, Happy Hour everyday 4pm-8pm. Pool tables reasonable prices. Yeah me like dis' place and will definitely be coming back.

(Drank 06/15/26 MO @ 8:00pm): No three-hour tour on this trip to Gilligan's Irish Pub!…read more After time well-spent catching up with old friends and former colleagues during happy hour at nearby El Sol Family Restaurant, I casually made my way across the parking lot to Gilligan's Irish Pub. I wasn't quite ready to go home yet after everyone went their own separate ways, and I'd never been here before, so why not since I was in the area? The name itself made it memorable for me, but rarely did I visit this far-end part of Honolulu Ave. Did I manage to stay afloat at this Irish pub, or did my time at Gilligan's get washed away!? PURCHASE(S) Popcorn (COMP): Freshly-popped and salty, this paired well with my beer and filled my belly! This and peanuts need to return to all bars and breweries! This practice ceased after the pandemic. Modelo Especial Mexican Lager Beer 4.5% ABV 16floz Draft ($6.00): Amber color, light malty aroma, light body, malty watery flavor, smooth finish, and malty sweet aftertaste. A standard Mexican cerveza! SERVICE Graciously greeted by an older gentleman and woman behind the bar, I lumbered to an empty stool at the end of the bar, ordered an easy draft beer which came quickly, and grabbed a bowl of fresh popcorn from behind me. Because I was there just to check things out and ended up having only one drink, there was no other need for their services. Everything was straightforward and just what I needed - thank you! PARKING (FREE): I simply walked over from the nearby El Sol Family Restaurant where I earlier parked. Otherwise, I didn't recall a separate lot for them, but there were many spots along the main drag of Honolulu Ave. - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A casual divey simple bar that seemingly catered to the locals in the neighborhood with a lone pool table, a dart board, several tall tables, and a basic bar on the inside, while an open back patio with communal tables and lawn ornaments was nice for some fresh air. I saw two dogs inside, which was a nice thing. The only natural light entered through the front or back doors whenever they were open (obviously, the back patio was all natural lighting with some hung string electric lights) while dim electric ceiling lights covered the rest inside. I believed there were a couple of muted TVs while customers fed the jukebox for some music. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I was always down for a dive bar, and Gilligan's Irish Pub nearly fit the bill. I was fine with the no-frills aspect, but outside of the Guinness on tap and signage, it didn't feel quite like other Irish pubs I've been to; rather, just a regular watering hole where the regulars came in after work, shot the shit, didn't care too much of what they were drinking, and possibly husbands hid here from their wives. There wasn't a kitchen, so outside food was allowed, but I understood they sometimes had food trucks. Additionally, I wasn't sure whether or not they had a happy hour. The prices were affordable, the liquor selection was decent, and the service was easy. Plus, I preferred to support small mom & pop businesses whenever possible. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $6.00 BEFORE any discounts, points usage, and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

Gilligan's is a comfortable neighborhood bar with a relaxed vibe. The staff is easygoing and quick…read morewith service, and the drinks are priced well for the area. I liked that the place wasn't too loud and had a friendly crowd. A good spot to stop by for a simple drink, watch a game, or unwind after work.

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? ‍

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.

This local watering hole is an icon in the community. As soon as you walk in you feel nostalgic…read morewith the dark lighting, wooden bar and rustic decor. Met my beautiful sister Nikki here for a mid week happy hour cocktail per her suggestion. It was perfect! we sat at the bar for a quick meetup and then headed home before the sky turned dark... *Full service Bar *Neighborhood watering hole *Friendly service *Margarita was perfect ~Free street parking ~ and that's all I have to say about that ~

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.

I came in for happy hour with a group. The process is you order at the bar and then they bring the…read moredrink to you, wherever you are sitting. I found the service to be friendly and helpful. The menu had some intriguing cocktail options. They had classics and also unique creations. I tried the Inkwell Spill and it was delicious. It was also $2.00 off because it was happy hour. The tavern has a nice, retro vibe and it was buzzing with other customers and other groups of friends meeting up for happy hour. There is street parking semi-nearby.

Inkwell has been our favorite restaurant in the neighborhood since we moved nearby nearly two years…read moreago. The cocktails are all top notch and the food is incredible, especially the smashburger and the Peruvian steak stir fry. Also really enjoy coming for the Tuesday night pop culture trivia. But this past weekend I also had the pleasure of hosting an event (for work) at Inkwell for the first time and I could not recommend them highly enough. The staff, especially Victoria, were all very attentive and easy to work with. Victoria even came up with a special cocktail for us. They were affordable and very flexible to our evolving needs. Definitely hope to host an event here again soon but will be visiting plenty in the meantime!