This place started off really bad, but as soon as they switched DJs, it got pretty hype! However…read morepeople do push around a lot here and no one says excuse me, which is typical of a club. The drinks. The drinks at the bar were disappointing and left you with nothing by empty pockets. I would come back here, however maybe on a better day.

Mmhmm? More like uh, uh. I use this term frequently and I'm so sad that this bar/club has forever…read moretainted it. Strolled up to The Standard one night and happened upon the old Purple Lounge. I don't know what happened at the "door" which is a rope in front of the kitchen area, but the guy was absolutely rude for no reason. I wasn't intending to go in, I was just curious about the new space. He didn't have any time for me, even though there was not a soul in sight, so it's not like my questions were keeping him from handling a mega line of people bowling over one another to get in. Au contraire. It was a sad scene, made worse by the fact that somehow a friend and I were let in only to be met with a bare venue with a handful of dancing wildabeasts that had no care in the world if we "crashed" their party. It was an embarrassment for mankind, really. There was nothing memorable about the place, in a good way, at least. I love The Standard, so I'll give it some slack because at least they're using the space as opposed to letting it sit idly. And if you ever want to have a private event, I bet Mmhmm would be a good place to have all to yourself.

Bottle service line takes for ever. Waiters are extremely rude…read more They charged me three time for the bill, and no one will give you an answer . Be carful!

Best party in Hollywood!! It's every Saturday night at le…read moreJardin, the music is awesome you basically want to dance all night! You can order a hookahs and eat French Nutella strawberry crepe. The venue look like a French garden it's great !

As is my wont to do and MO, if there is a door slightly open or ajar of an interesting or…read morehistorical looking place, I will go in like I belong. I have never been shot nor hardly ever told to leave. I have wandered into Courtyards, sacred sites in Old Jerusalem and all kinds of buildings that I'm not supposed to go into. Tonight I was invited to my old twin friends birthday party at the Lemon Grove at the Astor Hotel rooftop and I was a tad early. As I crossed the street there was a metal stanchion blocking most of the entrance to the Avalon Club with one door open. I wandered in and people were milling about setting up for an Emo night with the band called Waiting For April. I had seen this club change over the years but I had no idea it was still operating and it's a beauty with tremendous history and cavernous rooms with bars and side rooms. I wandered around and upstairs I found a merch table and a drum kit with guitars and some guys warming up. I started talking to them and it turns out that is the headlining band. We talked music and the struggles of a young band, I gave them some insight from my experience, they gave me their CD which is quite nice and I proceeded to check out the historic place. I wandered through every part of the club while the band was doing sound check including the Bardot room and unlike many clubs, you really feel the history here in the design and architecture of this historic venue. Here is the fascinating history: The Avalon Hollywood (also known simply as Avalon) at 1735 N. Vine Street in Hollywood, California, near the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street (across from the Capitol Records Building) was built in the Spanish Baroque (Churrigueresque) style by architects Henry L. Gogerty and Carl Jules Weyl, with decoration by Steffan Horbaczek, it has operated continuously as a live performance space since opening--never as a movie theater. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985 as part of the Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment Historic District. It started as the Hollywood Playhouse (1927-1930s). In 1942, the theater was purchased (reportedly for around $105,000) and renamed the El Capitan Theatre (distinct from the more famous one on Hollywood Boulevard). NBC acquired or leased the building in the early 1950s and converted it into a television studio. In 1963, ABC invested heavily (around $400,000) in renovations--including extending the stage, adding camera equipment, control booths, and other TV infrastructure--and briefly renamed it the Jerry Lewis Theatre for Jerry Lewis's short-lived (13-week) ABC variety series. From 1964-1970: it was The Hollywood Palace. From 1970s-1990s: The Palace Music Venue. ABC sold the theater in 1978 to businessman Dennis Lidtke, who restored it and reopened it in 1982 (or around 1987 per some accounts) as The Palace (sometimes called the Hollywood Palace). Seating was reconfigured for concerts (raked floor leveled, bands on stage), and it became a music club and event space. It hosted rock concerts, HBO specials (e.g., Sheena Easton, Bruce Willis), the Ramones' final show (1996), the American Music Awards, and film appearances. It operated as a live music venue through the 1980s and 1990s. 2002-Present: Avalon Hollywood Nightclub with a major renovation that transformed it into a modern nightclub, concert hall, and event space with standing-room/dance floor capacity (around 1,250-1,500), state-of-the-art sound, lighting, and visuals. It emphasizes electronic dance music (EDM), DJ sets, and live performances, with upstairs space later becoming Bardot, an intimate lounge/restaurant/club opened around 2008. Notable modern acts have included Tiësto, Sasha, John Digweed, Paul Oakenfold, Skrillex, Swedish House Mafia, Eric Prydz, Armin van Buuren, Kaskade, and many others in the EDM scene. It has also hosted award shows, benefits, screenings, political fundraisers, and private events. In recent years (2024-2025), Insomniac Events (founded by Pasquale Rotella) partnered with and then acquired the joint marking the first ownership change in about 50 years and ensuring its continued role in dance music culture. The Avalon has adapted remarkably over nearly a century--from legitimate theater and WPA productions to burlesque, TV studio, variety show epicenter, rock club, and EDM nightclub--while retaining its core as a live entertainment landmark in the heart of Hollywood. Its architecture and location have contributed to its enduring appeal. I definitely will return.

Avalon Hollywood & Bardot is an entertainment venue located in Hollywood. It used to be a theater,…read morethen became a television studio, and is now a nightclub. The first floor is the large concert venue while the second floor (Bardot) is the smaller more intimate space. We bought tickets online ahead of time which were affordable, but when we arrived we overheard security charging more than double the cost in cash to get in. The venue was mostly standing room surrounded by tables for bottle service. When we were there the shots cost $13 but your mileage may vary depending on the night and the artists performing. Compared to other nightclubs this one is smaller so it's more intimate and you can be closer to the DJ or artist for a better experience.

this was my absolute favorite place I went during my trip to LA. We started with the speakeasy…read moreentrance, which was led by a beautiful burlesque dancer. We headed down to the regular bar which is in a house. To be honest, this house was so remincent of my colleges frat houses, it brought the most incredible nostalgia. Once we got our drinks we headed outside to the backyard, and there is an additional bar and fireplace out there. It was after 1am on a Friday and it was like a club. I danced my heart out in my own zone until we were all told the club was closed. I never wanted to leave. It was the most fun I've had in a long time! - signed a midwest mom loooking for a good time

I have marked this place sometime and eventually I just decided to visit it. Its entrance is…read morecertainly its best feature it possesses that secret, speakeasy look set-up that makes the entire entrance a bit entertaining and a mystery. It is apparent that much effort was put into creating such first impression, and it is very striking. It is a very dynamic and distinct interior, but at times may be quite crowded and overwhelming. Service was average not horrible, but hardly friendly either. It involved waiting to some extent, and the process could have been more efficient in terms of communication. All in all, it is a cool place to visit once in a lifetime to experience it, however, some areas can be improved.

Little do you know there is a place on Tuesday night that has live blues singers, and an amazing DJ…read morefor dancing! The vibe was very mellow when they were singing, but the minute the DJ came on it was a dance vibe! I am not sure how this place is over the weekend, but I would love to try this place on Friday or Saturday!

I had an extremely disappointing experience at Bar Lis and would not recommend this place based on…read morehow my group was treated. We were initially charged $300 just to enter, by the bald black security in the front with no bottle or table service included. Once inside, when we attempted to go upstairs, security told us we would have to pay because we had 3 guys with us!!! We would have not been charged if it was only us girls. What made the situation even worse was watching other guests being allowed upstairs without being asked to pay the same additional fee. When I questioned why we were being treated differently, the security guard told us that if we weren't going to pay, we would have to "wait until he decided" to let us upstairs. I felt completely singled out and discriminated against, especially when we could clearly see that the same rules were not being applied to everyone. Despite everything that had already happened, we still ended up spending almost $1,000 on bottle service. After spending that amount, we were then told that we would not receive a sign because there was now supposedly a $1,000 minimum required to get one. This was especially frustrating because we had been at Bar Lis just ONE WEEK BEFORE, purchased a bottle for essentially the same price, and received a sign without any issue. There was no mention of a $1,000 minimum at that time. How does the policy suddenly change within one week, and why was none of this communicated before we spent our money? Between the $300 entry charge, being told to pay another $100 per person to go upstairs, and then spending almost $1,000 on bottle service only to be given a completely different explanation about their minimums, the entire experience felt misleading, inconsistent, and extremely unprofessional. This also did not feel like an issue with just one employee. Multiple employees were involved in the way the situation was handled, and management did nothing to make us feel that our concerns were being taken seriously. For a venue that presents itself as upscale, I expected transparency, professionalism, and consistent treatment of guests. Instead, we experienced unexpected charges, changing explanations, disrespectful treatment, and what I personally felt was discriminatory treatment. After spending that kind of money and being treated this way, I will absolutely not be returning.

Dare I say, best karaoke bar in LA?!…read more This place is EPIC! The whole downstairs is a typical karaoke bar, then upstairs is a few dozen private rooms. The drinks are great, the vibes are impeccable, and it's a good time. The service was second to none, with waiters and bussers coming in often to check in and make sure we were all set and that empty glasses were being taken out of our private room. The whole upstairs looks more like a club than your typical K-Town karaoke rooms! It may be pricier than other karaoke bars or rooms, but it is easily worth the cost for the experience and expansive song selection.

I went to Mic Drop to sing my heart out with a few friends in a private room. The room was awesome!…read more The song selection is done on an iPad, and they've made it super easy to search and add songs to your list. The song selection was extensive! There are also touchscreen controls for things like volume and key changes. There was a mic stand, a tambourine and maracas, a disco ball with colorful lights that could be set to dynamic lighting programmed to the music, or controlled manually. And there was a fog machine!! We couldn't have it on for very long at a time, but it was so fun. These elements added an extra layer of fun to the experience. The seating was like a long cushy booth with a low coffee table in the middle for food and beverages. We had our own thermostat to control the temperature in our room. The bathroom was outside the room and was nice and clean. A staff member got us set up in the room and showed us how to use everything, took our drink orders and came back to check on us a few times to see if we needed anything. We were so excited about everything in the room, we didn't get around to ordering food this time. Our room booking was about $25 per person for 2 hours (which is their minimum). The menu looked moderately priced. We had so much fun! The ambiance reminded me of the private room karaoke places I've been to in Hong Kong and Japan, more so than the places I've been in K-town. We didn't go to the open karaoke bar on the ground floor (rooms were upstairs), but that looked nice and fun too.

I visited Bar Jubilee for the first time for a friend's birthday and left with mixed feelings. The…read morespace itself is great. The decor is cool, the upstairs area had a fun vibe with people playing pool and the cocktails I ordered were delicious. Unfortunately, the service was some of the worst I've experienced at a bar. When I arrived around 9 PM the downstairs wasn't busy and there were several bartenders standing behind the bar. Not one person greeted me, smiled, acknowledged me, or asked if I'd like a drink. I had to flag someone down just to ask a question and later had to wave again to order a cocktail. What surprised me most was that this wasn't a one-time interaction - it continued throughout the 2 hours I was there. The bartenders seemed annoyed whenever anyone approached them, stood around with their arms crossed, and made no effort to engage with guests. There was no friendliness, hospitality, or even basic customer service. As someone who goes out frequently in West Hollywood, the contrast was pretty noticeable. It's a shame because the venue itself has a lot going for it and the drinks were excellent. But hospitality matters, and the attitude of the staff completely overshadowed the experience. Based on the service alone, I probably won't be returning.

This spot is making it fun to go to Sunset again! What a great addition. It's now my mandatory go…read moreto spot after a concert on the Strip. If you want the best cocktails/mocktails, fun crowds and ambiance-this is your spot! The music is on point and the crowd is asshole-free. Check it.

Good music. Tighter space. Recommend only getting simple drinks here. Can find older crowd and…read moreyounger together.

I came here two nights in a row to celebrate some friends' birthdays and both nights were so fun!…read moreWe booked a booth both nights and I definitely recommend people to do the same since you get a nice seating area and someone to come take your drink orders instead of waiting in line at the bar. Our waitress Nayda was great and so friendly both nights! She made sure to come as often as she could (considering it was packed) and made sure we got all the drinks we ordered. On a side note, the bathrooms were nice for a bar/nightclub situation and smelled like incense the whole night. Overall great experience and would definitely come back!