(323) 665-4294
1760 N Vermont Ave
(Vermont & Kingswell)
Hollywood,
CA
90027
34.102874
-118.291769
Neighborhoods: Los Feliz, Central LA
Years in business
Established in 1954
Hours:
Restaurant
Mon - Sat 4:30pm - 11pm
Sun 4:30pm - 11pm
Lounge
Mon - Sat 4:30pm - 2am
Sun 4:30pm - 12am
Live Music
Tue - Sat "Marty & Elayne"
Sun - Mon "The Drinks Trio"
Price:
$$
Last updated 1.24.11
Category:
Restaurants, New Year's Events, New Year's Eve Events, New Year's Eve Parties, Bars & Pubs
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Happy Hour, Live Music, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
What People Are Saying About The Dresden Restaurant & Lounge
Featured Review
Mar Yvette
Contributor
Built in 1964, this Los Feliz institution was going strong long before it was immortalized in "Swingers" and gave Vince Vaughn a career. The grand dining room is a kitschy wonder of high ceilings, white booths, bright-orange accents, faux Asian screens and an Italian-leaning steakhouse menu. But through the arched walls is where the real action is: Walls made of rock, gold metal-encased pendant lamps and sienna leather booths set the scene for Marty and Elayne, the black-clad duo who've effectively owned this room since 1982. Taking on everything from Captain and Tennille to the Bee Gees, the…
Editor's Tips
- When to Go:
- Marty and Elayne also host--and accompany--an open mic every Tuesday, with vocal talent ranging from quality amateurs to poor imitators.
- Parking:
- If there's no street parking, pull into the alley behind the club and valet for $3.50.
- The Extras:
- A full menu of old-school steakhouse fare with an Italian emphasis is available.
- Know Before You Go:
- Marty and Elayne perform Monday through Saturday from 9pm to 1am. There's never a cover, but the bar occasionally enforces a two-drink minimum if it's packed.
| ambiance | 91.66999816894531% positive |
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| drinks | 78.85000228881836% positive |
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| food quality | 74.23999786376953% positive |
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| menu variety | 100.0% positive |
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| overall | 93.75% positive |
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| service | 59.38000202178955% positive |
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| value | 78.5699987411499% positive |
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Years of the Dresden Room
by zane de arakal at Citysearch
A bit of history,. My father, Paul, owned a beauty shop across the street from the DR from 1922-1962. The DR still a favorite and Sarno's was great just down Vermont.
Throwback vibe and great tom collins to oot
by eringold at Citysearch
The first time I walked into this place I immediately thought of my ostentatious grandma's living room. I have never had the chance to eat at their restaurant, but when walking into the bar it was like taking a step back into the 1960s in the best way possible. The bartenders really know their drinks and I had one of the best Tom Collins ever. The only downer to my experience was that with the crowd it was a little difficult order a drink. I definitely want to give the restaurant a shot.
- Pros: bartenders who know their drinks, good bar scene
- Cons: can get very crowded, difficult parking
Get comfy in an old-school booth
by LaMaria at Citysearch
Who goes to live music at a place like the Dresden and says it's too loud? Go back to bed then and the rest of us will enjoy it. The Dresden takes you back to another world time, feeds you well, and gives you classic entertainment. Love it.
- Pros: Live music at this classic spot
A Los Angeles icon!
by DaveHaar at Citysearch
If you live in Los Angeles, you know you need to hit up The Dresden at least once. A great spot and a step back to another point in time!
- Pros: Great vibe and old school ambiance.
- Cons: None.
Terrible service
by Annouchka at Citysearch
I went there with my husband on our first date after our baby was born. The food was terrible and the waitress was rude. She brought me the wrong order and told me right in my face that it was my fault. I will not got back.
- Pros: Ambiance
- Cons: Service - Food
The Details on The Dresden Restaurant & Lounge
Place Categories:
- bad food
- great place
- bad service
- rude drinks
- friendly door staff
- really enjoy dresden room
- fantastic experience
- memorable marty
- rude waitress
- nice dinner
- inedible dinner
- beautiful unique look
- memorable elaine
- fun decor
- very reasonable drink prices
- enjoy bar
- great lounge
- awesome waiter
- never famous twosome
- cool bartenders
- happy customers
- helpful hints
- expensive meal
- great spot
- enjoy conversation


