Great unpretentious spot with live music/entertainment almost every night and no cover charge. There's ample bar seats in addition to tables, an area to dance in front and a pool table in back. Selections are beer and wine only. I've been coming here over the years and they used to have a top notch beer selection. They website says they have over 60 beers from around the world but I haven't found that to be the case (?). Parking is easy to find along Lincoln Blvd. Overall a great neighborhood spot to hang in. read more

Okay, so I'm a bit biased. I'm a block away from Trip, but I would drive here if I lived somewhere else because the people are great, friendly, neighborhoody; the beer selection ample, the entertainment often great. Especially Beatles night on Thursdays. So I'm there fairly often. There are so few genuine neighborhood live music venues--gotta keep that spirit alive. read more

Best Beatles cover band every Thursday for the price of a beer . Just your local beer and wine bar w some great talent that walks in the door even on open mic night read more

Great bar to grab a drink and catch a live show! The service is top notch...friendly and professional. If a live show is not what you want there's plenty of big screen TVs to stare at as well. Overall: It's a great place to meet up with friends and catch up or just simply get a drink at a very reasonable price (compared to most watering holes in LA)! Stop by and TRiP out! Yeah I'd come back! Cheers! read more

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Come here to escape the tedium of "hipster" to be with the original hipsters. This bar hosts some amazing musical guests that can surprise you on any given night. Also, a pool table, good drinks that won't leave you broke and a local vibe that doesn't intimidate with pretentious mood swings. Come play, come cozy up, come book YOUR band in this classic tiny but mighty show-case of a bar. The new owner is kind and working on making this place stay local and fun. read more

TRiP - Mid-City Opre - Music Venues Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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If you're looking for a no-frills, comfortable, neighborhood bar with live music, this is your spot. They didn't have food when we were there, but that was fine, we just walked across the street and brought fast food in to eat while we drank. Drinks are reasonably priced, seating is comfortable, and everyone is friendly. Check this place out if you're in the area. read more

Love this place. OPEN MICS Monday starting 8pm- sign ups at 7! Great place to stretch yourself creatively and get up on stage. $10 for 10 minutes and it's a warm community and very supportive. I have done this open mic 3 weeks now and loved my experiences every time. Musicians need a place to create and test material and here's the place to do it on the west side! read more

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Tuesday night it is typically a Jazz night. My favorite. A few nights there is a Cover for some shows. Look at the web site to pick your best music option that fits your musical tastes. This music spot has the wide selection of Types of Music. Wide. Love that we have a small up close and personal Band Corner where you can support local Live entertainment. Do not forget to put something in the Tip Bucket. And good luck trying all the Beers on tap etc. Beer and Wine. Pool table in the back. What are you waiting for? Call a friend and say "Meet me at Trip on ____ for the group ____ it will be fun. See you there at XX pm. " Or just go and make a new friend. read more

TRiP - Mitcheltree on Sax Marc Van Akin on Drums John on Stand Up Bass - Music Venues Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This place has a great divey local vibe and jazz nights on tuesdays! Lots of beer selections but I opt for the white wine which was super tasty! You can play lottery games and table pool! read more

Came here to see a few bands play on a Sunday night. I loved the cool design of the outside wall on Grant Avenue. The stage is pretty decently sized, enough for a 5 piece rock band. The sound was good, and they did have a sound technician. The mixer was up close to the stage and the stage is near the entrance. If you are a musician, it's a good venue to play at. It's a decent sized venue with a big bar and ample seating area. I didn't order any food but was seated at the bar and although they don't have mixed drinks, they have a lot of beer, wine, and seltzers (thankfully because I am allergic to beer). The bartender was really nice and service was fast. It's a casual dress atmosphere and it seems like a nice venue! I hope to see more bands here! Giving this place 4 stars because they didn't have any mixed drinks and being allergic to beer it's important to have other options. read more

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Has a really nice community feel. Trivia is fun too. Great local spot. Will def be back!

Upon entrance into Tr!p, a band performed a cover of HALL AND OATS "I Can't Go For That(No One Can Do)". I enjoyed their rendition of the song. The evening's highlight was the 10:30PM music showcase. Came to support a local artist + friend. The band rocked the house!!! For the life of me, I cannot recall my beer/hard cider's name. I was informed by a local that this neighborhood bar specifically serves only wine + beer "You won't find hard liquor here" said the bar patron. Overall, it was a nice night and the staff was friendly. read more

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They changed ownership a few months back (or a year ago?). Still a good place with friendly people.

Can't believe I've never been to this great local pub, music venue, sports bar as it's the real deal. Small and sorta divey (without being dirty or scary) just South of Pico on Lincoln with plenty of street parking. Saw a great local bluegrass band "The Rattlesnakes" on a Sunday night with no cover charge and lots of good beer selections. (They have food too -- but next time). Sound was clear and crisp without being too loud. They also have Trivia Fridays and other special nights. It's also an unofficial Chicago Bears Bar -- so I'm betting the games here are insane if you like "Da Bears" Now, you don't have to go to Hollywood or Culver City if you want to hear some good local music at a fair price with no attitude. Trip is indeed a trip! read more

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You have to experience it for yourself! It's definitely a divey spot, simple and not attempting to impress anyone. There are entertainment shows which can make for a potentially interesting night. On Wednesdays, they do have burlesque shows. Again, nothing fancy but can be fun if you're into that type of thing. I suggest bringing great attitude and mood, and leaving expectations outside the door. You may very much have a great time! read more

We attended a show last night (Sunday.) The band was Kikimora and the acoustics were fantastic. The crowd was a pleasant blend of youthful and older faces. They were respectful of the ambiance this night in regard to the Jazz stylings of the bands playing. The bar tenders were respectful and attentive. I found few exceptions to a completely enjoyable experience; some guys in the back of the bar playing beer pong as if they were watching the playoffs or something and no body from the establishment returned my submitted email inquiry or to answer the phone. Otherwise, we are considering returning. read more

TRiP - Kikmora from El Paso, Texas May 26,2024 @TRiP Santa Monica, CA. Please support your local talent! - Music Venues Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Love this bar! A fun, local music spot with a divey feel. They have a pool table and 6 TVs for sports. Great beer selection and awesome bartenders and staff! If you like trivia, the Friday night trivia is the best trivia in town. read more

Great local hangout! Nice stage with pro stage lighting, and excellent sound. Music is loud enough to be fun, but you can still sit at a table and talk. No cover charge most nights. Everyone on staff is really nice. Beer and wine only, hopefully they get a full liquor license soon. read more

Good divey type bar with live music and a decent beer menu. If that's what you're looking for this is solid.

Great dive bar. Perfect for seeing live music. The Friday night trivia show is the best in Los Angeles.

I love this place pretty low key entertainment, can't ask for anything more I had so much fun can't wait to go back.

Delighted to find this gem! Live music in a casual local neighborhood bar that isn't at all sleazy. We've seen several local bands here and been impressed with the quality of the music. Wish they served hard liquor! read more

Review Trips club was sensational last night from its staff to the sound tech who handled the mixer. Thank you Trips staff for some flexibility in regards to the late start due to equipment issues. I totally recommend TRIPZ great place for all musicians and musical experiences. read more

TRiP - Illusion enjoyed and rocked - Music Venues Near Me - Santa Monica, California

cool venue good band acts. easy location to find and parking is pretty easy. I'll make it back soon

My friend Bret H. is a talented musician, and once in a while, he gets together with musician friends to play a gig somewhere around L.A. One of these acts is called Horsepocalypse, and I've been to all (two) of their shows, the second of which was at TRiP in Santa Monica. I'd never been to TRiP before, as it's a neighborhood bar in a neighborhood quite far from my own. But it was a cool place, with a nice set-up for a show. There was a small stage and plenty of room to sit and watch. The acoustics were good, as these things go. Horsepocalypse jammed righteously, doing part of their act wearing rubber horse masks. At one point Bret was banging his horse head while he shredded a keytar. The bar was otherwise just casual and easy, with a bit of a sports bar vibe. There were several TVs, one of which seemed permanently fixed with an ad for TRiP's Taco Tuesday. It was easy to get a drink. The bartender was quick and friendly, and there was a robust selection of beers on tap. I had a Bootlegger's Rocco Red Ale and a Ritual Hop-O-Matic and enjoyed both. I enjoyed my night at TRiP and would likely go back if I lived in Santa Monica. Maybe I'll go back anyway, if Horsepocalypse rides again. read more

Great night for live music. Good prices on drinks. Bar food was good. Music for 4 hours

We did not eat. We came to watch our friend, Andy's band play. The acoustics in the place is pretty awesome. We had a couple beers Beers were real cold. Bartender and owner are very friendly. Typical bar with pool table . Nice and clean bathrooms and all! Wish it was closer to us. We would come here more often. read more

Fun time at this dive-y bar/club. Vibe is friendly and fun. Great live music!!! Convenient to get there. Parking isn't that difficult to find. read more

Perfect Neighborhood bar. Perfect friendship inside and perfect service as well. Also the beers in the menu were perfect as well

Spent a Saturday evening here enjoying local musicians and beer. TRiP has both in good supply. From the outside, it sports Dive Bar threads. On the inside, it keeps to its look but it is pretty comfortable and a good layout for music. Beer. The wall menu lays out about 20 tap selections from places that are global and local. They've got a good bottle selection as well. Bartenders were friendly and responsive Crowd was friendly and respectful of the entertainers Musicians were a mix of low-key acoustic, folk, rock and the like read more

TRiP has good Service, Ambiance, and surprisingly cool performance space. Not to mention a delightfully large beer selection. read more

Absolutely amaaaazing beer selection! Shira is the nicest/friendliest bartender I think I've ever met in my life. Definitely coming back :) Also, the food was delicious! read more

Good music. Small and quant bar. Serves all drinks but primarily beer. Came to see a friends band. Music was great.

We love to go here on Friday nights with our friends for 20 Questions trivia. Love to see all the regulars there! A good beer selection and trivia keeps us coming back, and quesadilla is my favorite item on the menu. Friendly staff in the kitchen, at the bar, and by the door! Love it! read more

Help me, help you! We should be on the same team. I want to see live music. They have live music. I live in this neighborhood. They live in this neighborhood. I have never heard of any one playing here, but the one night I made it in, I had a good time and a good, personal interaction with the bands. Problem is, I've only made it in here one time... out of 3 times trying now. Yes, a Saturday night is a big night for bars and live entertainment. A cover charge of $30 is too much. Look how many people were actually in your bar, and you can figure this out for yourself. I will never understand turning a couple away, ready to spend money on drinks, when your bar that can hold 150 people, has 20 in it. Tonight, even worse. I didn't have my ID. I've been here before, look well into my mid 30s, but go ahead turn a couple away, ready to spend money on drinks, when your bar has 7 patrons in it, because your liquor license says so. Last time I try. LOL. read more

What a trip! It was great to be tripping! I took a trip to trip and so on. This place is kind of unexpected. It's smack dab on a part of Lincoln you'd probably be more likely to go if you're trying to score some coke rather than some tasty belgian beer. It looks kind of shady, in that "I could probably buy coke here" kind of way. But walk inside and it's...well, a dive bar. Like other people said, it's a huge mixed crowd, I had a nice conversation with a guy pushing 50 who said his name was Pete and sounded like a SoCal stereotype and then hit on a girl in rollerskates and a sparkle bra. It's that kind of place. But more unexpected is the beer selection. Most of the beers I've never seen before and the ones I have are on draft. For example: Fin du Monde is a real favorite beer of mine because I'm a hipster and I have to enjoy things that are both hard to find and European. I have never seen it on tap. And guess what Trip has on tap? Slightly less unexpected, but still pleasant is the sandwiches, which are pretty sizeable, cost around $7 and are a nice way to soak up all that liquid Belgium you got floating around in your belly. Equally unexpected are the bartenders, who are super nice, despite the fact that it seems like they only have one of them at any time. AND a free Burlesque show every Wednesday. Really, this is just an unexpectedly great bar. Take a trip to trip. read more

This is a dive-tastic place to check out a local band on a weeknight. Everything was a pleasant surprise especially when compared to the exterior. What looks like a dirty, smokey grandpa bar from the facade belies an edgy interior. There's a good wine list but it's really all about the beers (fin du monde on tap!). Bottom line, this is the ideal place to check out your favorite local band and have a great drink for cheap. So take a break from Hollywood tonight, do your civic duty and support live music and local bars. read more

TRiP - Watching Ninefinger on a Wednesday night. - Music Venues Near Me - Santa Monica, California

As a member of a local band that has played here, I can't recommend it as a place for your band to play. They have a "pay to play" policy where you pay them a deposit to let your band play, and you only get it back or get paid if you bring in at least 15 people. No other bar we've played at has this policy. We wanted to play a gig on the westside, so we were happy to get a gig here, and it was fun, but after bringing in very close to 15 people, all of whom spent a lot of money at the bar, it feels like a burn to be told no, you don't get your money back, and you don't get paid. If your band is just starting out and need a place to get your first gig, this might be a decent option, but otherwise I'd look elsewhere. Unfortunately there aren't too many smaller venues to play on the westside, so it's a bummer that this place can't be more hospitable to bands. I'm giving it 3 stars because otherwise it's a decent place, with a good beer selection and laid back atmosphere. read more

I came in on a Sunday, there was no cover charge and there was a band playing there. There was lots of interaction by those on the stage performing and the crowd be cause the place is pretty intimate. I really liked the vibe here. The place is decked out in a haphazard psychedelic style with lots of multicolored murals on the walls. They have a pretty good beer selection with some interesting beers on tap, like La Fin Du Monde and Allagash Curieux. The prices were reasonable and the staff was really friendly. They only serve beer and wine. I did not try the food, but it seemed limited to some finger foods like nachos, doesn't seem like they have a full kitchen. read more

Cute little dive bar in Santa Monica! I've been a couple times to watch my boyfriend's boss play with his band. They have a small stage set up inside that can really crank out some noise!! We do have to pay a cover of $10 on those nights, but it's for a good cause. They have an impressive beer selection, both on draft and bottled. Ive never eaten there, but my boyfriend loves their chicken tacos. I'd say more than half the crowd watching the band had ordered food, so that's a good sign. They also have a pool table inside, which is great. If I lived closer, this would definitely be my neighborhood bar! read more