Had the worst experience tonight. This is in regards to one of the bouncers/front door man had with a shaved head. He threw slurs out tonight. I wish I had recorded it. There were at least 5 witnesses who were upset as I am. I will not be going back to this establishment. This was in the evening of December 1 2023. I rarely write reviews as a patron. I’ve only written it in my bad experiences; however; this is the worst experience I’ve ever had.
Food was good. But doorman just looked at our id's then gave us a blank stare. Didn't tell us if we are seated or if we sit anywhere we please. No menus, you have to stand at a wall and look at a very used and abused menu taped to it. As an out of towner I expected something else. Also as we were sitting in the booth eating our meal they shut the lights off on us and it was dark enough that we couldn't see our food 2 feet in front of us. The band was good though. Minus the 45-50 year old lady who couldn't let go of her bar days and was super offended that some 20 year Olds didn't know any Abba songs.
Probably the coolest bar I’ve ever been into. Great music great drinks. Sadly it’s not as lively as it could be during the week, maybe some drink specials would entice more folks to come enjoy this eclectic piece of Newport Beach history.
Bartender was really nice. Music upstairs was ridiculously loud, and he stopped what he was doing to help out and turn it down.