Chimneysweep Lounge
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423-3031
Phone: (818) 783-3348
- Cross Street:
- Ventura Boulevard
- Best of Citysearch:
- Dive Bar 2007
- Hours:
- Daily 10am-2am
Editorial Review for Chimneysweep Lounge – by Andrew Kamenetzky
In Short
Leather booths, swivel chairs and wood wall paneling create a fun, retro feel largely free of pretense-- "Cheers" if it were a happy dive. The staff often remembers patrons and their friends after only one or two visits and rarely does a customer go ten minutes without being offered another drink, popcorn or pretzels. The jukebox sports a sweet variety from old-school rap to Garth Brooks, providing an eclectic soundtrack for dart players, pool shooters and sports fans.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasThe lack of an on-site kitchen is compensated by Carnival Restaurant next door. Order from the bartender and enjoy Middle Eastern grub, dine-in style.
Look GoodThe Sweep posts regulars' birthdays, guaranteeing a free shot and lots of teasing.
User Reviews for Chimneysweep Lounge
11/19/2007 Posted by brodiebruce
The Sweep used to be one of my favorite anonymous watering holes in the valley. Great place to just roll out with a few friends, grab a drink or two, hang out, listen to some tunes, shoot some pool and not be bothered. They last few times though, they seem to have forgotten they are a dive bar in the valley. Waits to get in. Attitude at the door. This place is a dive bar and now takes up famous "Hollywood tactics" such as making people wait in a line outside even though the place is empty inside. Avoid at all costs until they wake up. If I wanted to go out to a place like this I'd go over the hill. Check out The Green Frog just down the street instead. They get it there.
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful
10/24/2006 Posted by freebie_grabber
My Valley pals introduced this place to me a few months ago, and I wasn't disappointed. The bartenders might have one foot in the grave, but they still know how to pour a beer or mix a drink. The ambiance is a throwback to a rumpus room in a 1970's Ohio basement. The jukebox has something for everyone. There's a steady influx of hipsters, including plenty of pretty young ladies who are actually willing to talk to guys (*gasp*)! A note to newcomers: don't stand in front of the unmarked door toward the back, waiting for someone to come out... it's a supply closet, not a bathroom!
Pros: Hip, low-key, cheap
Cons: well, if you don't already live in the Valley, then you're looking at a schlep.
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
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