I have spent many hours in many bars... more than I care to list...
Some of my favs...
Senfuku = Sushi on 6th street in San Pedro, a little worn and not too fancy, been going there for twenty maybe thirty years. Family owned, sushi chef is probably +60 years old, wife runs the kitchen, wifes sister is the waitress, son and wife pinch hit as sushi chefs when the place gets busy.
San Pedro Brewery, food is so-so but great beer and drinks.
Belmont brewery, food so-so but great beer and GREAT view of beach.
Zelo's (been told they changed the name) in Hanalei bay Kauai, no ocean view but good view of the mountains and waterfalls when it it is raining. Great squid!
I'm getting kinda jaded on bars in my older years... seems like just an elaborate way to separate you from your money... and seems like all too often there are one or more loud drunk a-holes ruining the fun.
In view of that my #1 favorite is "Scooters tree house" greats margs and martinis... Ice cold beer... charcoal BBQ... view of Catalina.
But the owner/chef/bartender is total jerk (me)
