Sonny D.
Yelp
I've lived in Hollywood for 7 years and been by this place (walking or driving), dozens of times, but never stepped in.
I had an old buddy that I was stationed with when we were both in the service in the mid-90's in Panama, that was coming to town.
He asked if I could find a place that had Pliny the Elder (or the Younger, either Pliny).
I saw that Russian River (the brewing company) listed the Naughty Pig as a place that had it on top.
So I called and I spoke to Justin who unfortunately let me know they did not have it currently, but they had another RR beer in their rotation. I thanked him and hung up.
Not a minute goes by and Justin calls me back and says, "you know, we were gonna tap a Pliny keg as our next beer, it's close enough, we'll tap it for you."
So my boy, my wife and I went and met with Jason (our bartender) and Justin (our hero) and enjoyed those beers.
The food was wonderful, the beer was as discussed and the service was specifically good, especially for a place on Sunset.
I say this, because I know this area well...many of these bartenders get salty and bitter and treat their patrons like shit...but these guys, acted like we mattered...and it was awesome, my boy and I (and maaaaa wiffffeee) enjoyed every second at this place.
So cheers, Jason and Justin...it's easy to get bitter and dark in our town of tinsel, but you were kind and caring and it was great sharing a beer with you--so thanks!