Shanelle S
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Dive-y gastropub with happy hour specials on weekdays, including all day Wing Wednesdays. West 4th has a special place in my heart only because I really like gnawing on these wings. The buffalo is solid, but the mango habanero is the best one in my opinion (assuming you do like spicy food). Otherwise, the BBQ is sweet and the crispness of the skin contrasts very nicely against the tenderness of the meat. I do also like the spinach artichoke dip quite a bit, and the tortilla chips are housemade, so they’re quite fresh. The pretzel is only worth it during happy hour and the sausage plate isn’t as large as you’d think, so order a couple plates if you’re getting it. There’s a lot of beer options and some wine options as well. The bartenders are super knowledgeable about the beers and can make good recommendations.
There’s a second story level that would be more ideal for a bigger group to congregate, and there’s some games there too. Otherwise there’s booths and high tables, and the servers roam around to help out. You could also sit at the bar and just chill while watching a sports game on the multiple TVs. Bathrooms are in the second level and it’s a single room. No free WiFi and street parking is hard, so I suggest parking in a city lot for the first 90 min for free. It’s a quick walk from the metro as it’s only like a block away from the Downtown Santa Monica station. Overall it’s a laid back spot to eat some good food and have a vast array of beer options.