Hello Citysearch! Well, here it goes... my first review. I can't say for sure what makes me an expert on the nightlife or the vast dining scene in Los Angeles. I am hardly a "foodie", I've never worked in the restaurant industry, hell, I?m not even that good of a cook! What I am though is a regular guy who appreciates a good meal, a cold beer, and a little respect from the person who I plan to show appreciation to when the check arrives. I love places like the Rainbow on Sunset, Musso & Franks and Miceli's in "old" Hollywood, Taylor's in K-Town, you know... comfortable, cozy. I am a true L.A. native and I've seen most trends that most transplants here find so fascinating come and go. I don't need all the bells and whistles and almost as a rule I try to avoid the new "place to be" if possible (which is why I was a bit hesitant to meet my girl and her friends at the Velvet Margarita) but I was pleasantly surprised by what could be a new favorite...
The Ambiance: I would have to agree with everyone that the ambiance is brilliant, but what really got me going was the music. Iron Maiden?s ?Run To the Hills? played by a mariachi group? Yesss!!!
The Food: I can only recommend what I had ordered (fish tacos & a few Stella?s on tap) but everyone at my table seemed to enjoy themselves.
The Scene: I apologize for the name-dropping but the best way I can describe the crowd is like this? Robert Duvall, Nikki Sixx, the chubby kid from Superbad (presumably not all there together I hope) and everyone in between. I was psyched that Velvet Margarita wasn?t as ?clubby? as I had imagined.
Again, take my word for what it?s worth. After all, and like most of you guys I?m not an expert? I?m just bored at work with nothing else to do.
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