by Josh Guye on Carman's isn't where you go for brunch every weekend. It's best is for when you've had a real rough night that only ended a few hours previously. It's a small spot on the corner that you'd most likely miss if you didn't see people dining in a pick-up truck outside. Though I've yet to go with enough people to justify taking up their biggest table. I've heard folks describe it as kind of the dive bar of brunch spots, but I feel it's more akin to a neighborhood corner bar if anything. By the second time I knew the names of everyone working, and our server (Thomas) remembered both of ours. Kudos to him on that, it's what made us go back for a 3rd time. You're going to pay a little more for food here, but if you are looking for a small welcoming spot for eccentrics of all kinds it is entirely worth it. To top it off, if you get a decent seat, you're within view of watching THE Carman cook up everything to order. The Good: Consistently home-y food and service. Totally weird atmosphere, lots of fun. The Bad: Not a place to bring your uptight friends. Spoiler alert-- you might see a few cartoon penises! The Ugly: Prices. After getting the necessary meats on the side and coffee, you're looking at $25 per person. When it comes to Carman's Country Kitchen, you know you're getting something delicious, and you know exactly who you're getting it from. Once in a while it's worth it, and I'll most definitely be seeing Carman again.
by Adrian Jakiela on This is a gem and is my new favorite place to be. It's classy and has such a beautiful ambiance - plush seating, great pieces of art, awesome use of mirrors and chandeliers. The bar itself is esthetically pleasing to the eye. The bartenders provided stellar service as they served my friends and me delicious libations while the DJ spun jazzy beats that fit the mood and decor. I will definitely return!
by Omowale O. on Beautiful. Absolutely gorgeous. I get why some people would call the theater cheesy, but I can only get goosebumps and wonder if I had the chance to experience it during the theater's peak in a past life. I was there on the opening night for the Downtown Film Festival, which you should check out if you have the chance. If you like anything 1920s, why have you not been here or to any of the other Los Angeles theaters from the period yet? You are really missing out! I almost forgot to include some info on the seats. These seats are not very comfortable at all. In fact they are small and close together, with the cup holders being on the back of the seats in front of you instead of on the side. It is hard for even the smallest of people to easily cross their legs. If you are here, you are here to appreciate the theater, not the seats. Also, the sound could have been a bit better, but you also have to keep in mind the amount of damage ipods and subs have done to our ears.
