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The Brig
Categories: Nightlife Bars Arts & Entertainment Music Venues Nightlife Music Venues Bars, Music Venues
1515 Abbot Kinney BlvdVenice, CA 90291
Neighborhood: Venice
(310) 399-7537
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 6 pm - 2 am
Fri 5 pm - 2 am
Sat-Sun 12 pm - 2 am
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street, Private Lot, Valet
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Music:
- DJ
- Best Nights:
- Tue, Fri, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Very Loud
- Good For Dancing:
- Yes
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Dogs Allowed:
- No
238 reviews for The Brig
Review Highlights
"There was a pool table and the music was great."
(in 47 reviews)
"Best nights to come here are on Tuesday nights."
(in 9 reviews)
"...is always an abundance of food trucks so surely our dates..."
(in 27 reviews)
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238 reviews in English
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Review from Jenna H.
Los Angeles, CA
1/3/2012
The Brig, what a strange cast of characters you hold. So if you've read any of my previous reviews (because I spit hot fire), you'll see that I really like a good happy hour. The Brig has one, but it's different I guess.
**Preface: I was told the Brig was a pool bar full of an older/scary-dude crowd, so I put on my fat jeans and headed to the brig with my lady friend for some beer and some pool.
That assumption was WAAAYYYY off.
There is pool, there is beer, but the crowd leans a little female. And on the night that I went, they were the kind of females that bought other females beers. SOLD! I'm not a lesbian, but lesbians know how to party, so my friend and I saw this as a tremendous plus.
::::Pros::::
There's pool (Yay!)
There's dancing after a certain time
There's a DJ (Who knew?)
Nice beer selection
Celebrity sightings (Also, who knew?)
Smaller bar, but lots of different areas to explore (nice floor plan)
:::Cons::::
One toilet bathroom that has a weird light that comes from the wall.... (?)
One pool table
Pool sharks
Gets *SUPER* crowded after a certain time for dancing on weeknights
Overall, cool little place, but bring your game-face for pool because those sharks aren't messing around. Also, go on a weeknight, just as entertaining, not so many creep-os. -
Review from Nathan S.
Culver City, CA
2/4/2012
I'm writing this on 02/04 12:42. Now u know why I'm writing this because I'm just asked to leave the bar. Because their bar tender don't know what I asked ffor. Before I explain the issue, let me say a personal word for the bar tender girl, "Do you think that I'm dumb. Let me tell you girl I'm smarter than your f****** fore-father. Let me say again what I asked you is "can I have 3 allagash". Now tell me who is dumb?
P.S. Can't post from mobile. Can draft only. I promise I won't edit this when I'm sober and I'll post as it is. Yes I thumped on the table because I'm pissed of her with her attitude. -
Review from Renoir V.
Los Angeles, CA
1/12/2012
Well If I could give it 0 stars I would. I like to be fair so let's start with the pros. Music selection was great, crowd was great, restrooms and venue is well maintained. Now Cons...Drinks however good are a bit pricey, Bar tenders and staff are rude, parking is a bit of a mess.
Went there for a friends bday and bouncer checking ids thought mine was fake and wouldn't let me in until I showed him every card in my wallet with my name on it...strike one.
Every time I ordered a drink the bar tender acted as though he was doing me a favor, if I took longer than 5 seconds to respond he/she walked away...strike 2.
At 1:30 am we were not told "last call" but were told (not asked) to put our drinks down and leave (the whole place was cleared out by 1:40) so really their closing time should say 1:30. After being yelled and screamed at by every member of staff we finally made it out...but it didn't end there. We were in line for a food truck and a bouncer came out and told us we weren't allowed to stand there. The birthday girl and I let him know that we were no longer on their property. The bouncer insisted on a confrontation and told us he would call the police if we didn't move. Again we let him know we were not on their property but on a public side walk...the idiot then just said "exactly it's public". Clearly he didn't know the meaning of public...strikes 3-6
Needless to say myself and that group of 5 never set foot in there again. -
Review from Javi N.
Los Angeles, CA
1/27/2012 1 Check-in Here
Chill hang out joint in Venice.
Can get ultra hipster on the weekends. -
Review from egg i.
Venice, CA
1/2/2012
This place has NO morals or love for locals! Check your receipts when cashing out. They way over charge your tab. Shifty business. Wouldn't send my stepmother there if my life dependent on it.
p.s. I hate my stepmother. -
Review from Danielle H.
Venice, CA
12/2/2011
Tuesday nights offers a veryyyy impressive band that combines all genres of musical talent.. I went there not knowing about this and LOVEDDDD THEM!! Check it out!
I like the vibe here during the week. different night has a different feel.
pool table is fun too. -
Review from Foster K.
Pasadena, CA
1/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
Great spot for a pre-dinner cocktail after a day of cycling on the bike path. I like to get in before the craziness starts, when you can get a seat at the bar and take your time. I wouldn't be surprised if the pours are a little better at that time also. It's pretty neat how it feels connected to the street, yet still divey. Best of both worlds if you ask me.
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Review from Sera P.
11/22/2011
You don't go TO the Brig. You end UP at the Brig.
Solid but pricey drinks
Shitty top-40 music
Crowded dance floor
1 pathetic bathroom for both ladies and men
Still wanna give it a chance? -
Review from Brenna R.
Venice, CA
12/2/2011
It's all been said before - douchy crowd, small expensive drinks and OK to good music depending on the night.
I like tall PBRs = plus one star. Go during the week and it's much better. Not to say I don't come here sometimes - cause I do (I live down the street) but not often.
Don't come on a wknd unless you like long lines and a crowd that is very NOT local. -
Review from mandy s.
Santa Monica, CA
8/25/2011
Can I give less than1 star? Precocious, arrogant bartenders ruined my night. After spending $70 for drinks for friends and me in a few rounds, I spilled a drink less than 30 second of ordering it, and they refused to refill it (not the worst, but she acted like I was insane for even asking). I tipped next to nothing for the refilled drink, as I had paid more than $100 that night in a cumulative tab, and I paid and tipped well until then. They promptly threw me out of the bar, citing that I "stole drinks" from others in the bar. Absolutely atrocious, and I am appalled at their behavior after spending so much money there. I called the manager right after, and she said it was because I didn't tip. I asked why they accused me of stealing (what does that even mean? I paid all 3 of my tabs...), and she said it wasn't her problem.
I would NEVER recommend a bar like this. A lot of pretense for such little realism. -
Review from Jennifer N.
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Updated - 9/3/2011
The guy who owns this place is not a nice person and I wont ever come back and give him my money.
I have many choice words and names for this "person" but i will refrain
I hope this review will encourage others to drink elsewhere including boycotting the food (poisoning ) truck nights -
Review from Julia C.
Topanga Canyon, CA
1/20/2012
I don't usually like to leave bad reviews about the service at bars and restaurants. I am a bartender myself. I totally get that sometimes you have shitty nights and have to deal with a lot of drunk douches, (but hey, that's what you sign up for when you become a bartender).
But on two occasions now, I have encountered the worst-grumpiest-bitter-rude-I hate my life bartender I've ever seen. She works on Saturday nights. She's in her late 30's (I think) and has long brown hair. You will know her because she never smiles and has a look on her face like she's just stepped in dog shit. She barely acknowledged us when we came up to the bar-- and possible said something like "what do you want?". It was still fairly early and not that busy. I hesitated for two seconds while I was trying to see what vodkas they have. She rolled her eyes and walked away to take someone else's order. Now I know it can be frustrating when it's busy and it takes customers forever to order, but it wasn't that busy, I wouldn't class a few seconds as 'taking forever' and there are better ways of handling it. Like saying: "take your time, I'll be right back" or "Excuse me, I'll give you a second." When she did come back to take my order she acted like I was really putting her out. Like she was doing me a huge favor, by getting me a vodka soda. I still tipped well, just because I have trouble not tipping well working in the industry-- you know good karma and all that. She still continued to treat us rudely the entire night. I figured maybe she was just having a bad night.
But when we returned a few months later, (again on a Saturday), we received the exact same treatment from the same bartender. I don't understand what it is that makes some bartenders think they can treat other people in a condescending nature. I know they have the power in a crowded bar where everyone wants a drink and they don't have to be super nice in order to earn tips. But what does it serve to be downright rude? Nothing. I've worked in clubs. Maybe it's just me, but I enjoyed it. I was upbeat the whole night. And NEVER rude unless a customer was being a complete asshole to me in the first place. If this bartender hates her job so much, then maybe she should try a different line of work. Something more suited to her mood, like a taxidermist... or an undertaker. And leave the bartending to people who are good with the living.
On another note, a second bartender that night was quite nice. His name was Josh (I think), and he treated us like actual humans. Somebody should fire that other chick and replace her with someone who has more facial expressions than: "FUCK OFF."Comment from Vincenzo A. of The Brig 2/7/2012
Thank you for your response... I would like to appoligize… More » -
Review from Sylvie C.
8/6/2011
Ick. Everything that makes me want to run out of a bar screaming, all in one place!
Line out the door. Seems like always. I see a line and I bolt.
So crowded in there. Weekends are a nightmare. Takes you twenty minutes to squeeze through the crowd to get to the bar, another twenty to get your drink, and during the twenty it takes you to get back to your friends, someone knocks your drink over. Yay the brig is awesome!
It always smells like vomit. Because frat boys are vomiting! Omg yea! Let's go to the brig tonight!
There are so few places to sit. And as soon as you start dancing, you're attacked by all of the balding male vultures that are just hovering around. I usually find refuge near the pool table in the back, where there are occasionally chill people hanging out. But don't hold me to it! OCCASIONALLY.
What keeps me going back to the brig? Funk/soul night on Tuesday. It's pretty amazing. Everyone's getting down, and having a great time. Saved this review from a 1 star for sure. Funk night gets 5 stars. No, still the brig. 3 stars.
The food trucks are next door- usually l
Kogi, border grill, nomnom, so at least there's that. But you've got all of abbot Kinney to explore, please don't settle on the brig because you're too full to walk after five short rib tacos! Venice is your oyster. The brig is the oyster that gives you food poisoning. -
Review from kent c.
San Jose, CA
9/27/2011 1 Check-in Here
Stumbled across this bar while in Venice.
I wanted a drink, and to my surprise they only have one beer on TAP - STELLA- $7 - I like stella but as a bar only one tap? Come on, now..
All the other selections of beers are offered in bottles/glass..
It seems like the only attraction of this bar to people is the location. It has good foot traffic because of all the boutique shops on the strip. -
Review from Tom C.
Culver City, CA
8/1/2011
This rating may be a little harsh, mainly based on the fact that I went here after working for 14 hours and I was chafed. (TMI) This place is huge, but somehow me and my buddy completely missed it and parked two blocks away. Apparently this spot is always packed, but not so last night which was a Sunday evening.
We were there because a friend was visiting and he liked the spot. It looks like a big metal building. And speaking of metal, I am docking this place a star because of the door. Everytime someone walked in, the door would slam and it sounded like a gun shot. That is far from something I need to hear when I'm out. The beer selection is decent, they have all the usual shitty subjects, as well as Racer 5, Anchor Steam, Sapporo(?) and Schlitz. Yes, Schlitz. For 5 bucks a pop. No thanks.
I guess I was just completely underwhelmed with the place and probably won't be back, but who knows as they apparently get really good food trucks here. Enter at your own risk, I suppose. -
Review from Justin N.
6/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
Pretty in appearance, shitty in service.
I came in, sat down at the end of the bar. Bartender helps some others, I wait about two minutes. She then leans on the bar, watching TV for another minute or two, I don't trip though as it's NBA Finals. She helps another customer, then plays with her phone for another two minutes.
Finally after maybe waiting seven or eight minutes in an establishment that's 90% empty I wave at her from the end of the bar, she sarcastically/irritatingly waves back as if I'm annoying her.
I order a shot of Fernet and a 16oz PBR, she tells me it's $13. Evidently The Brig must have magical Fernet to be charging $8 a shot and $5 for a PBR is just so sad.
If I removed the bitchy bartender and the ridiculous prices this would be a 4 or 5 star joint. Pool table, chic almost lounge style interior. TVs that can be retracted up into the ceiling so if they don't want a sports bar feel they don't have to have one. I met some chill people there too, chatty and friendly.
But sorry, a good building and nice customers doesn't make up for rude service, plus I have a problem being price raped on PBR and Fernet. Here's some math:
Fernet - $25 per bottle (BevMo), 750ml bottle
One shot - $8 (The Brig), 50ml
Basically The Brig is making about $100 off any bottle of Fernet which is fricken crazy.
No thanks, the crabby ass bartender can save her overpriced booze for someone else. -
Review from Erin N.
12/24/2011
Strolling down Abbot Kinney enjoying a Sunday afternoon shopping at all of the cool boutiques, definitely gets tiring. We needed a break and decided to look for a place to grab a drink. The doors were opened and their was a big window that shows off the bar and the pool tables inside, so we went inside. We ordered a beer and sat at the bar. It was probably around six, but the place was packed. Definitely not a real young crowd, but everyone was very friendly. There are bathrooms in the back of the bar, that are labeled with a large "W" or "M". I was amazed how clean these bathrooms were, usually when you think of bar restrooms you sort of cringe and think twice if it is really an emergency-- but no worries here, you are all clear :] We drank our beer and headed off for more shopping. I can definitely see this being a routine beer break spot. Hope to check out the nightlife at the Brig, soon.
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Review from Shannon C.
Los Angeles, CA
5/7/2011
I don't even want to review The Brig knowing that I have to give it a 1 star minimum. ZERO STARS! ZERO STARS!
This bar BLOWS. Seriously. A bar is a bar right? WRONG! This is the weirdest, nastiest bar EVER. I usually only go here on purpose to use their bathroom (which is co-ed and filthy, so go ahead and pee/puke on the floor guys! Oh wait, you already did!) because their drinks are horrible & overpriced. They pack too many people in here; the place is always busting at the seams with freaks.
The only reason people come here is because the co-owner David Reiss (super rude, fat, red-faced, mentally ill white man that can usually be seen standing on the street corner looking nasty or on the prowl to buttf*ck some LAPD guys.... you think I'm kidding? Come and see for yourselves!) allows some of the "better" (I use the term loosely) food trucks (Kogi, Grilled Cheese, KO, Border Grill) to use the bar's parking lot, making it a hot corner. Grab your food truck yummies here if you must and head elsewhere to get your drink on.
Anything's better than The Brig!
Thankfully there are now port-o-potties nicer than the bar's bathroom in the back of the bar's parking lot, too!
Oh, did I mention I was assaulted by the owner? Stay classy, Venice! -
Review from Adrian L.
5/11/2011
Ugh over priced hipster rat trap.
That said, I'll come if you're buying. -
Review from Jackie B.
Los Angeles, CA
5/18/2011
1. do not use their bathroom
2. get your drink, drink it, need another why not.
3. move on....before the crowd gets funky and fugly! -
Review from Patrick O.
Redondo Beach, CA
3/22/2011 1 Check-in Here
Le Sigh.
Everytime I've come here, the place has been above capacity, leaving me stuffed in like a sardine, with nothing but dudes around me angered by the fact that drinks are 8 dollars plus.
Another star off because the restrooms are unisex which translates into 2 womens rooms with ungodly long lines.
It's just not my cup of tea, but it is nice because it's on AK. -
Review from Marc D.
West Los Angeles, CA
5/25/2011
Whenever I'm reviewing a nightlife it feels like I'm forced to be even nicer than I am to a mom and pop restaurant. When I'm eating, the #1 factor is taste, for me everything else is secondary.
When I'm at a bar/club/etc the #1 factor is "Did I have Fun?" and for that reason I'm giving another widely maligned establishment a solid rating. Do this many people really not have fun when they go out? I understand that the bulk of dive bar patrons wouldn't ever write a review on Yelp, but there are enough negative reviews of all of these places to really make me wonder. -
Review from Stephen T.
Venice, CA
6/3/2011 6 Check-ins Here
I use the same rating mechanism as the previous person - Did I have fun?
For The Brig the answer is almost invariably "Yes." So I give this nightspot a solid rating. You do have to be a little careful - show up before the line backs up and watch out for drunk people stumbling into you late at night.
Other than that - props to them for having a steady supply of food trucks outside and for serving strong bar drinks. -
Review from Larry M.
Woodland Hills, CA
3/12/2011
As I waited in line, I saw the woman with blue eyes at the bar check me out. She beckoned me with her finger as I waited in line....and then....
Friday night, 10PM -- a 5 minute wait. I appreciated this, as it turns out, because the place was busy, but not jam-packed where it was impossible to move.
I wouldn't refer to this place as a "dive" so much as "uninspired". But that's just fine, because the vibe was one where comes to drink, to dance to the loud music (in place, not much room, otherwise), and have a good time.
The clientele -- we always refer to our peers with respect -- were dressed-down late 20's. Probably a 60-40 male-female ratio, and I saw several clusters of 2 - 4 attractive women dancing alone. Gentlemen, polish your game, because they were there to meet guys, not to dance alone. Note, however, that the music volume will require screaming in order to make conversation.
Service was attentive as the bar was properly staffed. I engaged one bartender in snippets of yelled conversation. She was friendly and affable, and poured me a generous shot of Patron ($9), which followed a strong Patron margarita ($12).
Overall, I suggest this venue for those seeking a drink, a good time in an unpretentious bar, with single men and women.
I approached the woman with the blue eyes and immediately noticed that she was drunk off her ass. She asked, "Are you my cab driver"?
"No," I replied, "I'm the mortician".
"OH!", she brightened up, jotted down her number, and stumbled out of the bar.
I'm taking votes as to whether I should call or not.
Thank you for your attention. -
Review from George T.
Burbank, CA
7/6/2011
Located at the end of Abbot Kinney, The Brig is one of those places you go to once in awhile. With an average wait time of 1-1.5 hours, you wonder why are you even waiting. Though it gives you a great chance to snag some truck foods and wait in line.
The DJ was actually great hitting different genres that would make any buzzed person happy. I did notice a crowd change halfway through the night.
My biggest problem is the parking, but that is given anytime you hit Venice. -
Review from Emily S.
The Brig is located in Venice on Abbott Kinney. This place is usually a popular spot to hang out at because all the fancy food trucks are always parked outside of this Bar. I was here recently with a friend of mine. There was no line to get in. And, it was easy to find parking. We parked in their parking lot.
I had to pee real bad.. so I rushed in thinking I'd run for the bathroom. HA. That didn't happen. Once I got in, the place was packed like a can of sardines. Standing room only. You could not move around ANYWHERE. There were so many people here. In order to get to the bathrooms at the other end of the room, I had to squeeze by on the dance floor. Yes, there was more room to move on the dance floor, than elsewhere in the bar. :D
I get to the bathrooms, and there are two. Unisex. Naturally I picked the line with more guys in it. Hey they're quicker. The wait is not bad, but once I get to the bathrooms.. ugh gross. It looked like someone pissed all over the floors. The floor was wet and NASTY and dirty! I had to roll up my jeans farmer john style so they didn't touch the floors when I took them off. The roll of napkin looked like it had been clawed by a cat that was pissed off. And the napkin was wet. There was wet napkin stuck to the toilet seat. Nasty. Nasty. Nasty!
I unrolled my jeans once I was outside the bathroom. Made my way to the bar and ordered a drink. The wait was not bad. The bartenders here are all hunky. The drink was good.
The brig seems like an okay place. I'd come back here. -
Review from Teddy W.
Los Angeles, CA
3/12/2011
Use to always be way too crowded but they got in trouble a couple weeks ago due to fire code so now its nice.
Drinks... little over priced but it's not stopping me from buying shots. -
Review from Bridget P.
Santa Monica, CA
2/15/2011
Came here on a Wednesday night with a friend to shoot some pool. It was practically empty, and I'd best describe it as an upscale dive bar, if that makes any sense.
Cool-looking bar, but it gets hot and stuffy. Lots of hipsters. I didn't really like the music, it was pretty all over the place. The cocktails were expensive considering how low-key this place was.... why is it so hard to find a cocktail under $10 in LA?
I heard this place gets to be more poppin on different weeknights, so I'd come back. Not too exciting for a first impression, though! -
Review from Joy B.
2/7/2011 1 Check-in Here
A group of us walked over after a birthday party at The Other Room. Don't pay to park in their lot. Park in the public lots behind Abbot Kinney & walk your lazy bum over here. It's divey. They had great music for a Tuesday night. A handful of gourmet food trucks posted up out front. Bring cash.
It was pretty dead inside, but hey, it was a Tuesday. We did spot Hayden Panettiere there with a group of friends, however. Only reason I know who she is is because I used to watch that show Heroes. Her group included a couple that kept grinding on each other so hard I thought they were going to rub the crotch of the guys pants away. Girl was a hot mess, with her skirt continually climbing above her ass cheeks. Note to chick: Next time you're in the mood to grind in public, wear a skort, not a skirt.
My girlfriend thought the DJ was cute, so me, being on my Ms. Hitch stint went over to get his number for her. She got embarrassed, but if they somehow end up getting engaged, the story will make for a good maid of honor speech. -
Review from Ciara G.
12/12/2010 2 Check-ins Here
Not sure exactly what The Brig actually is. I guess it is an actual place you can go into and enjoy a drink or what have you. I never even noticed the Boxing Man sign until I saw a picture of it on yelp.
To me, The Brig is a spacious parking lot with one long bench and a place where a good amount of my favorite food trucks park and serve up their eats.
Since Venice is semi close to the area I hang out it I'm a fan. Of the parking lot that is. Especially when there is a food truck or two. But not a fan when it's filled to capacity on First Friday nights.Listed in: Food Truckin it UP!
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Review from Betty N.
12/16/2010 1 Check-in Here
**A SLEW OF EW'S**
ANOTHER WAIT IN LINER on a First Friday. Really people.
10-15 minutes and we had to endure CREEPY-ASS dudes in line. What part of NO don't you understand.
ENTERED.
SUPER PACKED with t shirts and flip flops. Too much casual wear for me.
It was a DIVE.
The space was NOT spacious, super difficult to get from the front of the bar to the back.
DID NOT enjoy this place.
Walked in and walked out in the span of 5 minutes.
Didn't care for the cheap drinks. Didn't care for the music.
NOT RECOMMEND. -
Review from Brittany A.
New York, NY
4/30/2011
Hipster Central. There is not much to this bar but a small room, a DJ booth, a pool table, and of course a bar. There is often a line outside when the room is pretty empty. What is this, an LA club? However, it is pleasant that you are not standing on top of another while enjoying a drink. There is a dance floor and chairs to sit on. You can easily dance and then sit down.
I ordered an apple cider, Strongbow. Probably my favorite drink, but unfortunately they don't have it on tap. $8 for a cider. Pricy for a can.
The DJ on this Friday night played an assortment of music. From the Top 40 Hits, to some oldies but goodies. Some of the music I was like "YA this makes me want to dance," while some was like "why are you playing this?"
Oh, there are ALWAYS food trucks outside of this bar. So, if you ever get hungry you can always have something from a food truck.
This bar was okay. Nothing special, and drinks are pricey. I would not make my way here unless I had a group of people that I was supposed to meet. -
Review from Josiah C.
Los Angeles, CA
3/19/2011
Went for my first time last Friday. I arrived early enough that there were no lines at the food trucks parked right outside (which was sweet). There was no line and no cover to get in (also sweet). Inside the place was already lively and busy
This being Abbot Kinney, there were a lot of hipster types having a mellow time for the most part. The music was much less hipster and much more awesome. Much of it was turn of the millennia hip hop, expertly mixed with some other mellow stuff. Hats off to the DJ; I loved it. One complaint though... the music was pretty damn loud for such a relaxed crowd. It was impossible to have a conversation. A couple notches down and it would have been perfect.
I will definitely go back. -
Review from Kristina R.
West Los Angeles, CA
12/5/2010
THE CREEPIEST/RUDEST CROWD I HAVE EVER BEEN AROUND IN MY LIFE.
First off, this place was so crowded. And the space is not so open, so it was super difficult just to get from the front of the bar to the back. My friends and I were getting stuck in between all these people, not moving for like 5 minutes.
And then, while we were NOT moving, we encountered the CREEPIEST people..
On our way to the back of the bar, this guy stops in front of me, bobs his head toward me, and then leaves. I don't know if he was trying to hit on me or challenging me! But it was so strange, and came off as very offensive! On the way back to the front, he does this AGAIN. WHO DOES THAT?! If you could only see what he did and the way he did it, you would understand how much of a douchebag this guy made himself look like..
Also on our way back to the front of the bar... this other random guy tags along behind my friend and starts SMELLING HER! His head right by her neck! UNBELIEVABLE! Who does that?! One of our guy friends had to tell the guy to back off.
I found the crowd here to be just plain rude in general. Obnoxious men interrupting conversations with unnecessary comments. Pretentious girls touching, even pushing you, to get though or get you out of their way. NOT MY KIND OF CROWD.
Drinks were cheap. But I had Blue Moon in a can, and that was pretty nasty. Music was good, but that's all.
Sorry.. I did NOT enjoy my time at this place. -
Review from Jen C.
Beverly Hills, CA
12/19/2010
OK so it gets super crowded and you can hardly breathe and the air you do breathe is the stinky cig mouth of a hipster. Despite all this, I still really like this place. I've met some really cool, interesting people and a few, not so much... several men have stalked me and my friends the entire night. "Why are you running away from me?" one leather-vested creepster asked to me after following me for an hour...::chills::
Drinks are pretty strong if you can get the bartender to notice you, the two single bathrooms are pretty crappy and you will probably find yourself making friends in line, but the music is good, the crowd is reasonably fun, and I always have a good time! -
Review from Alexandra D.
Santa Monica, CA
12/12/2011
pretty good drinks. good music! cute guys. young crowd. lots of good food trucks parked in the parking lot behind. i like it, and almost always have a good time.
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Review from Linda l.
Torrance, CA
12/10/2011
Haven't eaten here...but have drunk here and danced here plenty of times. Crowded long line to get in but fun to be especially on a cold night. Fun casal atmosphere and I like the shape of the glass, let's you spill less despite being shoulder to shoulder. Get in there and go crazy. However Stella is the only beer on tap.
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Review from Tim H.
Sunnyvale, CA
5/13/2011 1 Check-in Here
DIVE DIVE DIVE in tofuland!
Now really this is totally LA the First Friday lunch truck puke a thon...I was in Tofu land to visit my daughter, we went to FF for munchies. Now I have eaten alot of diffeernt food in my short life span. The food here is average at best but I do dig the concept.
The trucks are all over the place. I guess they have a Tofu agreement to have the truckees bring there food in the bar. We did this and the place is ok good seating, BIG TV's lots of Tofu Farting Freaks arounbd to gauk at.
The drinks were ok the place had a good vibe. I didnt see Mel Gibson, or Lindsey Lohan or any of the Sheens...
So when in Tofu land I say check them out! -
Review from rosie n.
Los Angeles, CA
1/4/2011
The Worst! After living in the neighborhood for 7 months, I finally decided to drop in for a drink the other night. It was New Years eve at about 6:00pm. The place was empty -only about 6-7 people - but that didn't stop the bartender from being rude! OMG.. really?
After asking what beers they had - before I even finished my sentence - the bartender cut me off and pointed to the wall and said all the beers are up there and walked away! That is, she was pointing to about 15-20 bottles that were lined up on a shelf on the wall! Mind you it was dark inside and in order to see all the beers I would have had to climb my fat ass up on to the bar and squint my eyes to read all of them.
After a few minutes of realizing that this b.s. bartender (uhh - don't you work on tips?) was never going to be nice to us - we decided to leave without ordering a thing.
No way was I going to give them my hard earned money. -
Review from Cynthia A.
Torrance, CA
8/18/2011 1 Check-in Here
I snuck in because the line was ridiculous but if I had waited my rating might be a 1 star. It was the first Friday of the month so Abbot Kinney was super packed with people and food trucks. The place is not that big and the music was questionable. I didn't stay that long but I don't see myself returning by choice any time soon.
