Go here when theres no cover and its cool. when you get a shot theyre its huge. i think it was served in a wheel barrel, it was gnarly. everyone that i came with was hammered. a buddy of mine cartwheeled into the pool tables. theres normally a weird band playing and you can play pool.

Favorite jazz venue hands down (of all of California). The caliber of artists that come thru on a regular basis is amazing, and it’s not a coincidence why that is the case. The staff and owner have a deep appreciation for music and it is reflected by the atmosphere of the room. The drink selection ranges from 8-13 usually, with some nightly specials that are pretty nice. I have yet to try the food but they do look and smell tempting when they come by.Overall, an intimate and wonderfully sounding venue that is worth a visit.Pictured: artists Pedro Martins and Louis Cole.

This place is awesome. Love the new look. Great jukebox. They also carry the Dodger games! Definitely check it out. Ill be back.

Honolulu needs more spots like Thee Elbow Room! Thanks to the full blast heaters, we were able to comfortably sit outside and enjoy beer and a delicious pretzel. They had a great selection of beers, especially IPAs. Id recommend parking in the free lot a few steps away instead of wasting coins at the meters.

In between classes need a drink while finishing up homework. Basin has great music playing very relaxing atmosphere and clean by looking at he mason jar lamp. (No dust!!) They serve the beer in a very cold glass. I had the vegetarian frittata which is gluten free served with very delicious salad. I like it here and would come back next Saturday

We had our team dinner at Lusk and it was really well managed. We got our private section to start out with cocktails. Drinks were well made. Lighting was appropriate. Dinner table was spacious enough to seat 30 which was perfect. Meal was yummy as well.

Great local tavern with really good food. Been here a number of times with my wife and friends. My only complaint is that, unlike the Monrovia location, they dont open for lunch. I find that surprising since theyre located smack in the middle of the business district.

I came to this place to celebrate my girlfriends birthday. Coming from New York I had no idea the surprise I would be getting! I thought I was walking in to get a hardy meaty burger. But to my surprise it was all vegan. But I must say; it was damn delicious. The whings the Darts Away Jr. Dare I say my meat life may be VeGone. Highly recommend.

The Glendale Teachers Association hosted a happy hour event here for the teachers from our La Crescenta area elementary schools. IT WAS FANTASTIC!!! Thank you to George and entire staff for the use of the lovely back room, on time preparation of all delicious finger foods, tasty cocktails, and impeccable service. It was a wonderful afternoon where our hard working teachers were treated like the stars they are!

Wow!! What a wonderful experience. Staff was so great giving world class customer service! Jessie our waiter was beyond great! The donuts were to die for and the Lobster Eggs Benedict are a must!

The house cocktails at Baobab are like nothing youll find anywhere else---without getting on a trans-Atlantic (or trans-Pacific, depending on your route) plane flight, that is. In making their drinks, Baobab takes five primary ingredients---hibiscus, orange, tamarind, ginger and cranberry---throws in a little liquor (vodka, whiskey, rum or tequila), and calls it a day (or rather Tooni, Tatu, or Salaan).

First time coming to dinner here. Really enjoyed it! The wait staff is fantastic and I love a bar-restaurant thats close to home. The Salmon was fresh and filling. Id get that again! Good evening here!

If you like dancing, then you have to check out this place at night!! Upbeat music (reminds me of walshy fire from major lazer), friendly crowd, casual attire (Im too lazy to dress up so I love casual places), yummy pitchers, and just an overall good time!! If youre insecure about your dancing, its okay the people here are pretty encouraging and open~ Definitely coming back!

Super chill vibe, great music, cheap games of pool and the bar staff are always nice. Definitely a locals only kind of bar. Serves beer only so be warned.

A cool place to spend your time with friends here. They host many events and many of them are free. Coming here with my friends was definitely worth my visit to Los Angeles. Parking space is available near the building and the area around it is a walkable place. So it would also be nice if you roam around for some time

Ohhhh my gosh this place is amazing! Most definitely a hole in the wall in LA. Tiny parking lot, tiny inside. I ordered for to-go, however when I picked up my food two stool spots were available, so my fiancé and I sat there and quickly ate our dinner (we were initially going to eat it on the way to Lost Spirits).

You come here for the music, for the show, and yet the atmosphere is laid back like a bar. Its worth the cover charge, $10 - $20. Its so hard to find good quality live music, and its even harder to find a bar set up in a manner in which the band central to the experience, and not just background music. Park in the parking garage and take the elevator to the top floor.

Really enjoy coming here on a Thursday nights for chill dinner and drinks. Stephanie is the best! Service is fast and awesome. And she checked in right before happy hour was done to make sure I got some extra plates in. The banana bread with ice cream is so good! And the sweet potatoes are the best!

It was my first time in the rendition room and I was blown away. The food is amazing the ambiance is fantastic but the cherry on top was our bartender Scott. Ive been to bars all around the world, he made me one of the best cocktails that I have ever had. I will defiantly be coming back

How often can you walk into a bar and just ask the bartender to make you something good?! In my experience not often, unless Im at The Famous.. The bartenders are amazing & the drinks are even better. I cant really say which drinks are good, because I always tell them, just make me something good. Havent been disappointed yet and Ive been there more than enough times.If it helps, the food is amazing too.

New ownership and a new feel. Great prices, great service, clean bathrooms and a neon welcome to the jungle sign! Nothing else like it in the Montrose/La Canada area. Great for an early business drink or a night out with friends. Service was great and the new owners were personally greeting the customers. If you are in the area, its a great place to check out.

Iv been coming to The Famous for over a year now since I found out about this place. I dont really go to bars but this place has changed my mind about the bar scene and especially the Craft Cocktails they have there (High Noon) being my all time favorite. The atmosphere there is great everybodys always happy not sure if its because of the alcohol but definitely sure might be because of so many beautiful girls around! I highly recommend this place to anybody thats around Glendale Burbank Valley area.

Blue Whale always has wonderful live music and a great bar for conversation, TV monitors at the bar.. One of the few venues in LA that still supports jazz and other live types of music... Support Live Music...WHO DAT !!

This place is fine but over rated in the dive bar department. Drinks are average price, no ridiculous happy hour or specials, the patrons are locals not the crazy characters I like at a dive. You can do better but if you want a quiet atmosphere this is your place in this area. Cash only.

3rd floor to the right after you exit the elevator. Its a bit warm in there but free ice water is on the bar to balance out your drink order. Bathroom is nice and clean. Pretty lighting and comfy seats. A great way to enjoy live jazz! The cash-only parking garage is a bit inconvenient because of that.

This is my favorite spot to hit up when Im in Montrose. Great quality food and service, I dont think Ive ever not seen a smile from the staff. The outside patio is perfect for brunch and drinks and the karaoke on saturdays is a blast. Best food in town in my opinion. Try the Florencita its pretty amazing.

Nice atmosphere, cool crowd, Sound system was wonderful, the drinks were not watered down, parking in the building was very reasonably priced, the place was clean and the talent for the evening that I attended was out of this world wonderful... Kandace Springs and her All Girl Band. I will definitely come back and bring my friends to this venue.

So weve been here many times. This time we came with our grown son to hang out for brunch. We were served by Berlin, who was lovely from start to finish. The chilaquiles were delicious and the service was great. A suggestion is to buy more carafes for the champagne. We waited too long for the first round and refill. Well be back soon.

We were looking for a good brunch with bottomless mimosas and we found this gem. Mimosas are on point. The food was good but I jusT wish they had a few more traditional brunch options. The atmosphere is lively and fun. The space is on the smaller side but I will return.

Its great to have a venue that plays live jazz right in the heart of DTLA. The place is located on the 3rd floor in a little plaza in the NE corner.It can be a little confusing to find the first time.There seems to be plenty of street parking past a certain hour when most concerts are taking place.I live close by so I always Uber it.Their calendar is consistently full will different jazz bands.Entrance was $15 for students (either ID or email works as proof, as long as u prove ur a student), or $20 general entrance fees.$13 for a Malbec which I think gets the job done.I walked in late, but the music lasts a pretty good amount of time. It starts at 9:15pm, but seems to usually end around 11:30/midnight-ish...They got some good artwork too.

This place is awesome. Love the new look. Great jukebox. They also carry the Dodger games! Definitely check it out. Ill be back.

My favorite place to hear music. I love it. Tricky to find as its on the 3 Rd floor in an almost unmarked mall in Japan Town so good luck with trying to find it. Still....very enjoyable. Love love love it

First and foremost, drinks were great. People were great. Passed the vibe check. I do need to say something about the experience though. This was my first time visiting a jazz club. The group that was playing (Josh Nelson, Discovery) that night were also trying something new with the setup of their band in the club. Instead of having all the band on one side of the club, they set everything up in the middle of the room. My group, having never been to this establishment, unknowingly chose the seats where the instruments are usually set up. Even with a sound check, the sound was very off, especially on one side of my ears. This persisted, and kind of created some disillusionment with this establishment that I heard great things about. Also, my group complained later about the band being 30 min late, and being forced to watch a lady draw something of that of a 5 year old.

I really wish this was a restaurant and not just a bar. They have a good menu but the open seating is a bummer.The pretzel was delicious, and the grilled cheese was ok though the bread was very soft and oily. Id love to come back and try more if the menu, but my whole group complained that it was so loud inside that we couldnt hear each other.

Great service and excellent local beer. You can have a quick taste before you commit. Staff are well informed and good fun. Food was excellent as was the atmosphere - will definitely be back!

Liked this lounge a lot. Came here for a jazz night with some friends. Music was great, atmosphere and ambiance was very nice. Bartender was friendly. Will definitely come back here.

Best bartender in LA! Go see Scott Wed-Sun for signature magic in a glass. Classy, delicious, amazing. Best in the valley. Maybe in all of LA.

Great prices and good portions on food. Service was fast and friendly. We tried quite a few items.Braised short rib slider(comes w/ small side of fries)Carnitas taco (full sized)Crisp pork belly taco(full sized)K-town wingsWe didnt order any drinks, just Pellegrino which was served over ice in stemless wine glasses and a slice of lime.

Great live music here for jazz enthusiasts in a hidden gem in a mall in Little Tokio. This place is awesome but its meant for serious music listeners. This is not a place to talk to your friends/date with background music: come here if you want to actively listen to some great musicians in a relatively intimate setting. Theres typically a reasonable cover charge (see their website for pricing, but usually around $15-20). The bar inside has a good selection of drinks and food at reasonable prices. Try to get here early since the seating tends to fill up fast.

Basin 141 doesnt disappoint and when youve got service by Shannon and Shereen, how could they??? Went today for brunch. Delicious food, bottomless mimosas and fantabulous service! Ill be back!!

Fantastic spot!! Super intimate, you can really hear and feel the music. The crowd is great, the drinks are well made and priced. The sound is perfect. Bathrooms are clean. It’s nice and cool inside. Can’t wait to come back!

A girlfriend and I was in the mood for some live music on a Sunday night and found this gem through some research. Its located in the Weller Plaza in little tokyo on the 3rd floor at the oppostie corner of Orochon Ramen. Doors opened at 8pm and there was a $15 cover. The place itself is a decent size with a bar to the left upon entering the front door, which then led to seating area and stage. There were cushion seatings along the walls and in between rows of some sturdy plastic chairs.On a Sunday night, the crowd was small and intimate with about 30+ people. The crowd consisted of a mixed racial group, some solo attendees, some group of friends, and a few couples. There were 2 parts to the show with a 30min break in between. Some stayed for the first half and left at the 2nd half, we stayed for the whole show. I loved seeing how passionate these artists were and how close I was to be able to see/feel their full expression through their instruments.Since this was my first time here and each night would vary depending on the band, I thought it was an overall good intimate experience where I would definitely recommmend others to check it out.

Great service.Old fashioned is on point. Kitchen isnt available but means Nothing.

I decided to try this place based on the Yelp reviews and Im glad I did!The service and food was excellent and they dont make you feel rushed if you are catching up with friends.Fidel Fluffcake- Its like having dessert for breakfast!Oh Fancy Salad- Fresh ingredients and delicious.Braised shortrib chilaquilles- I love chilaquilles and this dish did not disappoint.I would definitely make a return visit and possibly try happy hour!

I am coming back here. The bartender gave me the wrong change (less). I never got his name but i tipped him good. He came out of the bar area to discuss the incorrect change he gave me and then gave me back my correct change. Thank you!

Solid presentation of jazz with cocktails & small plates available. The acts booked are all great. The seating isnt luxurious, but thats not the point ... the music is. Innovative cool jazz virtuosos play in a space made for them. A deep schedule makes us now a vibrant jazz scene still thrives in LA.

Great bar with a vibe that fits the name. Its tucked away underground in Gaslamp, and all the bartenders wear are dressed up in prohibition era clothing. It wouldnt be fitting if it was called anything else!The colour scheme is a black and red underground vibe, but classy. Great place to come and enjoy some love music with a good drink.Be prepared to pay a cover charge for the music - basically a cover to enter the bar. I think the music is well worth the 5$, especially if that is your thing. Great bar to come to that makes itself stand out.Other than that, the drinks menu is pretty standard.

Cold beer, live band and great atmosphere. Good place to chill with friends.

The lounge is beautiful with great view of the city, the design of the floor glasses is also iconic and classic.But the experience is less legendary, maybe due to its popularity. Came here on Saturday around 6:30 pm, the place was already packed, my friend and I had to sit in the less scenic corner, my drink was way too sweet, I could barely move across the room by 7 pm. And its not the kind of lively busy, the clientele was, well, a somewhat interesting mix, sometimes I feel like Im in a crowded off-strip small casino in Vegas.

Intimate and artsy space for jazz fans to gather. I ordered an old fashioned and it was pretty good for $12. Therefore, Im assuming their cocktails are decent. Acoustics were great! There is seating close up and personal to the stage as well as seating tucked far away in the back for introverts who wish to people-watch and enjoy jazz in solitude. Totally recommend this spot.

Great atmosphere, good music, but a terrible bartender. Waited for acknowledgement from the bartender. Sst at the var made eye contact and he still wouldnt approach me. After getting drinks, he lagged on getting payment. I wanted to walk out on the bill because after asking for the check he turned his back and continued talking to the barback. Took three to 4 minutes until he finally came over and left the mobile credit card machine for payment, still no communication just him talking to the barback. I only see myself coming back for the music, but the full on bar experience where youd think would be advantageous to make revenue on.

This is a fantastic little bar in the valley. Its my go to to take someone on a date or business for a drink and conversation

Awesome place for a live music and drinks

Just Amazing, all good music. Check the website for bands references.

Cozy venue with fair drink prices. Only downside is the uncomfortable seating. If you need any kind of back support, sit against a wall.

Peach cobbler is excellent! So glad that food comes a lot faster.

I love the vibe! The drinks are so bomb! & the DJ is so DOPE!! .. my new spot for sure!!

Super Yummy Chicken and Waffles. Tasty juicy fried chicken with fluffy waffle and fruit. Thank you for the time.Service was awesome. Good Vibes!Mac n Cheese melt in your mouth delicious!

Really great place to come and have conversations with friends or a date. Downstairs has a bar and in the inside is styled very nice. They have a wide variety of desserts as well as a full bar and wine menu. They also valet so you dont have to scrounge around k-town to find parking.

Spot on for a chill Jazz evening! The band was really good!

As far as venue goes, it is really gorgeous: spacious dancefloor, beautiful art gracing its walls, and a decent crowd. However, unless youre a househead (Im mos def not), find out whos spinning or playing there that night before you go.

Came here not knowing what to expect. So basically there is 2 drinks min per person or $20 min purchase. The venue has a smallStage in the center, and basically we dined and wine while watching the show with live music. The whole act is amazing, we enjoyed it very much.

What a wonderful surprise to find this gem! An intimate Jazz club. I recommend it 100%!!!

Fantastic jazz club and David Binney made the night.

This place was a great experience to listen to Jazz/Blues!!

Excellent place to come hang! Great music and environment with good people. Awesome place to come and celebrate my birthday. Bar tenders were super friendly having everyone sing happy birthday to me and toast with Cake Shots!!!!! The Cake Shots were superb you gotta ask them to make you one!!!! Best Birthday I’ve had in years Thanks to the gentleman behind the bar. I’ll never forget it!!! Thanks guys!

Lots of fun! Great show

Cover charge is usually around $20. Drinks are over priced at about $10 for a beer. Place has great music. Good amount of seats, if you dont get there early you will be standing.

Cute little jazz club in J-town.

Love this space - comfy, cool, and arty. Jazz music is always on point, drinks and food are always great, little pricey but worth it for the venue and music, earl gray infused old fashioned is amazing!

Bluewhale is a great space for local parties and event gatherings. The artwork is usually hit or miss seeing as how its ever changing and all depends upon personal taste. The space is decently sized with a separate space for DJs, dancing, and live music events. A small stage is available if you feel the need to rise above the rest. The bars are stocked and there is ample room for getting around. Now if only the parking situation was a little less sketchy.

Its telling when you make your way to the same bar two times in one week! And by this I mean The Know Where Bar is the place to be!They have solid daily drink specials and have tapas/cheese boards at hand. The bartenders are fast and friendly with service and it never seems to get obnoxiously over-crowded.Bonus: not overpriced like neighboring bars.

A perfect small venue to enjoy an evening of jazz. Nice atmosphere with a friendly staff and excellent service.

My favorite bar in Chicago. Amazing drinks, great vibe and ambiance, friendly bartenders, solid prices. In a city full of cocktail joints this one stands out like a shining beacon of excellence.

The best place in DTLA for live Jazz music. Everyone that plays there is at the top of the game. Very very talented individuals show up there.

Fun live music venue, awesome to enjoy live jazz on a Thursday night. Decent bar prices and plenty of seating. Great staff.

Cool vibes for an intimate jazz show. Bartenders are great, decent selection to imbibe.

Went here on a Thursday night for business drinks and it was such a great and hip place to meet up with someone. The decor and ambiance is stellar and so detailed. Our menu was an old leather book that had these great weather pages. And it was still very easy to read.The second i walked in, the place was lively but found a seat right away. As i sat down our server asked if i needed anything while i waited and i felt that he was very attentive through out the whole night. We ordered some appetizers (Fries and Brussel sprouts) which both were great! i love salty fries and these where outstanding! I know not a lot of people like that but for me, they where spot on. The Brussel sprouts also where in this spicy yet savory balsamic glaze type thing and it was just at the bottom so you still got the crunch of the Brussel sprout and dipped as much of the sauce you wanted on to it. and i know its just iced tea but the black ice tea was so refreshing! I will doe sure be coming back here again anytime i have drinks or dinner on that side of town.

Many of the reviews here are clearly about other places with similar names; the guy who thinks its in the Gaslamp District must have had a few on the 120-mile cab ride. This is a serious jazz club in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. Its theme is not tiki or speakeasy, but genteel jazz club that has blue furniture. They serve bar food but not meals. If you come here on a casual date, you are not getting anywhere unless she really likes jazz. This is the kind of place where casual conversation during performances is not really appropriate.Often has USC grad student acts, classical-jazz fusion, and other innovative stuff. Clientele of serious jazz fans.Many of the seats are uncomfortable, so get there early if you have back problems or mobility issues. Its hard to find, on the third floor of a (nice) minimall. Near LT Gold Line stop and walkable from Union Station red/purple line, but the Metro closes before the endtime of most shows. (Hey, Joon, Id come to your place once a week if the show times were 90 minutes earlier!)

What a gem of a spot!I know its not the philharmonic symphony and I dont expect everyone to suppress even the slightest cough but some days it can get so loud and noisy there that you cant even hear the music. Those days test my patience but most days its manageable and I have the best time. Life without live music is not an enjoyable one!

The Blue Whale is an awesome spot to bring a date or just lounge low-key, it is so chill here! If you love jazz then you gotta check this place out at least once.Parking isnt great so I gotta give 4 stars instead of 5. If you are real lucky you might find a metered spot on the street. They have a nice drink selection...I recommend it for sure, area is slightly sketchy at night so just be aware of that ladies....

Where do I begin... Real jazz clubs are a dying breed in LA (rest in peace, Piano Bar). Fantastic drink selection, intimate, well designed space... Fantastic lineup of shows pretty much every night.If youre looking for a jazz spot in Los Angeles, stop looking and stop by bluewhale. Dont wait as long as I did!

This is one of my favorite speakeasies/bars of all time. Everything is totally tiki, and the bar itself is themed like a pirate ship. You can watch the bartenders toss one obscure ingredient after another into your drink, creating a masterfully crafted cocktail sure to transport you straight into an 1800s Caribbean.Last night was my second visit. I ordered one of my favorite drinks, Lei Lani Nouveau (interesting and well-balanced, but sweet -- skip if you dont like sugar!). After taking a few sips, another bar-goer knocked it out of my hand, and the (mostly full) glass shattered on the floor. Three employees hurried over to sweep and mop up the mess, each one instructing my boyfriend and me not to try to help to protect our hands from broken glass. We apologized and thanked them for helping. Right as the last employee was finishing cleaning up our mess, a bartender brought over a perfect new Lei Lani Nouveau and handed it to me, telling me not to worry about it. Not only did we not have to ask for a new drink, they didnt even have to ask me what Id ordered to remake it! They handled it so professionally and kindly, five minutes after losing my drink theyd totally erased the situation.

Venue is everything you would expect out of a place that boasts their Jazz performances.However, dont walk in expecting music coming from the 1920s, jazz has definitely changed over the decades to become a lot stranger, and a bit difficult to follow.

Nice but could have better seats but nice

I love this place! Theres great music, the bartender is awesome. Its a wonderful place to come and chill. I would say to come earlier to shows rather than later because of seating, but other than that its a great place.

Cover wasnt worth the entertainment provided. Not to mention the show didnt start til 9pm anyway why charge us?

The drinks were amazing with a solid background of Jazz creating the perfect ambiance for this venue.

Great jazz club. Has been there for years. Always managed to book the best talent.

Very nice, intimate place to see a band. A little hard to find if you are not a local. It is on the 3rd floor of a building on a pedestrian mall. Google maps does not seem to know it is a pedestrian mall. Street parking is tight, but there are garages all over.

Cool little club but get there early, seats fill up fast. Buy your tickets before you go

Wed night is the big night at bluewhale. They now serve an organic lunch. There was only one meat option, basically a fancy ham and cheese melt, not very notable.

Great jazz venue, sound is great all round the venue. No nasty reflections and all instruments were present and correct in the various spots I listened at both near field and out at the bar.Cant say the bar staff were overly friendly but other than that the vibe here is great.

Loved this bar... great drinks, great atmosphere! A must visit if you are bar hopping in DTLA! Try their Old Fashioned!

BW takes a chance & wins. Joon put it all on the to bring a unique experience that is hard to find elsewhere. Thathe being said he does it for passion over everything else!

The best jazz bar ever

My son played the sax there! Loved every single bit of it! Wonderful venue!

Friendly staff and bartenders, great atmosphere. These guys host legit jazz groups and appreciate their patrons. Just go already!

I came all the way from Pasadena to eat ramen and was anointed to The Thirsty Crow.What a cool bar. Dive bar feel but more elegant. Dark, small and deliciously intimate. And located right next door to a superb ramen establishment( Silver Lake Ramen) . The Thirsty Crow is a great place to kill some wait times for the local eateries as you wait for your table. It has the ambiance of a classic old ship below deck: sumptuous dark wood, white and gray marbled table tops and classic wooden dinette chairs. Noise level was averageand I really enjoyed the eclectic music played on the PA system. Horse-shoe shaped bar with nice clean restrooms. This would absolutely e a great addition to a bar crawl. Go on a Sunday evening to increase your luckwith parking,, or just take an Uber/Lyft.

A welcoming and intimate jazz joint in the heart of downtown LA. A walking distance from my office; so a good place to enjoy good jazz for the soul while the freeway traffic eases off. The food is tasty and the staff is quite welcoming and happy to have you swing by. Oh, by the way, music is always world class.