Bar Nineteen 12
(310) 273-1912
9641 Sunset Blvd
Beverly Hills,
CA
90210
34.0816
-118.4121
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills
What People Are Saying About Bar Nineteen 12
The Editor
Alison Kramer
Citysearch
In Short
Once home to a traditional tea room in the ever-sophisticated Pink Palace, this indoor/outdoor space now houses an equally refined bar. Inside, stylish hotel guests, on-the-move hipsters and low-key A-listers lounge in luxury amid jewel-toned sofas and high-backed leather chairs. Palm-leaf fabrics frame an opulent onyx and mahogany bar where patrons can sip on pricey classic martinis or unique, new-age cocktails. A Southern-style veranda--with space for both open and private seating--provides a birds-eye-view of the hotel's palatial grounds and historic pool.
User Reviews
MCfromPhilly
August 12, 2008
I was delighted to check out Nineteen 12 after a glowing review in Los Angeles magazine (evidently paid for). I have always enjoyed the Polo Lounge at The Beverly Hills Hotel, as well as the Bel Air Hotel up the street. Why not check out a new place, right? Upon entering, I received a few once-overs from 40ish women hanging onto their youth by the nails, but I find this behavior a standard of Los Angeles bar culture, so I didn't think twice about it. When I sat down and looked at the drink menu, I was astonished to see that a gin and tonic (my fave) was 19$, the lowest price drink on the menu was a low-end wine for 14$. I sat there with optimism and ordered anyway, and as the night wore on, the men that entered were all older, and chatting up women half their age who seemed to adore the attention. I began to feel more and more out of place. As soon as I retreated to the restroom, I was immediately approached by a man in his 60's who was rather aggressive. On a positive note, the staff was very attentive to myself and my friend, the ambience was nice and understated (except those glowing ice cubes covered by beads- very odd!), and the mozzarella they serve at the table was quite good.
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polishedperson1
July 13, 2008
My friend and I enjoy coming here,as I live in the neighborhood-very nice place,very convenient.The customer service and staff are most excellent. HOWEVER-last night,Saturday-Oh My. What a different vibe.So many 'working girl' types,adult film and stripper types(and the slimy sleaze-ball and geriatric guys who like it?).So obvious and blatant,terrible extensions,inelegant attire and mostly the lewd,classless behavior was just awful.(we're talking: these girls dancing to their imaginary pole. seriously.) I felt so embarrassed.Is there no nice place to have a drink and relax anymore? Cant these people just stay in Chatsworth? Handle this online? Does anyone with class want to see this? Maybe its time for the hotel to either instill some kind of dress code or put up the velvet rope and make this 'group' wait? Or a special room just for them? Wishful thinking. Just so disappointed with people...maybe saturday is not the best time to go. I just didn't expect this from such an establishment.I'll try again on the usual days and keep you posted.
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txnative56
July 13, 2008
This bar is trendy, but disappointing. Basically, I think they are wasting a great setting with a poorly managed plan. The guy at the door was very rude to the couple that entered in front of our group, which made a poor impression. I travel widely and visit here frequently, including several visits to this bar. My impression on each visit has been lukewarm, but this last visit is probably my final one. The service was actually good, but there was some confusion over the menu and when I asked to speak to the manager, he couldn't be found. I expect more of an upscale location like this.
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What to Order:
Classy bar cuisine features small plates like black pearl caviar with buckwheat blinis or smoked salmon-topped brioche toast with dill creme fraiche.
Look Good:
If you're feeling very important--or very indulgent--purchase bottle service that includes a fully-stocked mobile bar that comes to you to top off your cocktail.
What to Drink:
Drink specials fall into one of two categories: tradition or evolution. The latter, with apple martini popsicles and mojito jello shooters, epitomize inventive cocktails.
Category:
Restaurants, Bars & Clubs, Lounges, Hotel Bars
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
