"At first glance, Tower 12 seems like it would be too nice to roll in with flip flops and swimsuits, but then you remember you’re deep in the South Bay and pants are just weird cover-ups used only for weddings and funerals. This two-story bar/restaurant right on the Hermosa Beach is one of the newer spots around, and has the nightlife crowds to prove it. But head here right after the beach and you’ll find a cool crowd, solid food, and drinks that’ll definitely keep the good vibes going. Their signature is a “Mai Mule” served in a 90-ounce punch bowl with a volcano in the middle. Hello from the other side." - brant cox