"If you put off planning your birthday party until the night before, and now you need a place that'll fit eight people and a dog, head to Mohawk Bend. Not only does this Echo Park bar have one of the best local beer selections in LA, there’s also a long row of high-tops that are ideal for an impromptu pizza party. One thing to note: the menu is vegan-by-default unless you specifically request real meat and cheese on your pizza or burger. So regardless of your guests' dietary preferences or hot takes on meatless chicken, there's something for everyone here." - Sylvio Martins, Brett Keating