Power House Bar — Restaurant in Los Angeles

While strolling down Hollywood Blvd, I stumbled upon a dimly lit establishment that caught my eye. Intrigued, I decided to step inside. My friend and I seated ourselves at the bar, where we ordered our drinks. The dark and moody atmosphere had a calming effect on us, and we found ourselves engaged in a lively debate about where to explore next.

To our surprise, the bartender, Kate, suddenly appeared with shots and switched the music from melancholic tunes to the upbeat rhythms of the Spice Girls. Instantly, our moods lifted, and we found ourselves vibing with Kate's infectious energy. She not only served drinks but also introduced us to the other regulars at the bar, who, as it turned out, were also employees hanging out on their off-hours.

The camaraderie among the staff and patrons was palpable, and we were welcomed into their circle with open arms. They shared insider tips on the best drinks to try and recommended other dive bars worth visiting in the area.

Overall, our experience at this bar was nothing short of fantastic, thanks to the warm hospitality of Kate and the rest of the staff. It's rare to find such a welcoming and fun atmosphere, and I can't wait to return for more good times and...

I was walking in circles looking for cold one, and just when I was about to give up (after a terrible experience at a bar just a block over), I was pleasantly surprised and fortunate in finding this gem. The fella at the door (Joe) was warm and welcoming. Cocktail list looks great, however, I opted for a beer cause that’s the mood I was in. Bartender Kwame was so pleasant, made great beer suggestions and let me sample a few before I made a final decision. Solid selection of scotch/whiskey/bourbon. It’s about 8pm on a Tuesday evening, so not a huge crowd but did meet some frequent flyers who love this spot. With dim lighting, jazz crooning from the speakers and an eclectic mix of regulars; Power House is seductive, inviting and oozing with ambiance. Exactly the chill & relaxing vibe I was looking for. I’m in the process of relocating to LA - although I do not see myself frequenting Hollywood Blvd, I will definitely be back for this place alone (I need to try the cocktails next time), and will recommend to anyone in search of a legitimate bar experience on this strip. Seriously, I’m so impressed that I’m writing this review with a 1/2 full...

Power House is a story of what once was, and what will be. What it is now, is a solid casual spot for a classic cocktail or a beer, though it's a polished shadow of it's former incarnation as a true dive bar with darts in back and swivel seats and booths with their inner cushions proudly showing. The drinks are good enough—better yet, they're good and served stiff, which garners extra points—and the tone is reaching to Hollywood's golden years, when Billy Wilder and Bogie might have shared a spot at the bar planning a noir we've yet to see. I used to like the old Power House a lot. It was a real, no frills, what you see is what you get kind of place. The kind of place that dots corners in most American cities. The new Power House is a little too glossy, a little polished, and trying a little too hard, but it gets most things right, and it's still a reliably quiet spot for cocktail and conversations, which is good enough for me any day. Now if only they'd bring the dart...