Alibi Room
Culver City, CA 90066-5508
Phone: (310) 390-9300
- Cross Street:
- Campbell Drive
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 6pm-2am
Editorial Review for Alibi Room – by Susan Michals
In Short
The look is minimalist--soft gray walls and natural wood--but the vibe is fast and smoove, much like the electronica wafting from the owner's iPod. The bar itself is an off-center triangular shape, with hundreds of top-shelf vodka bottles lingering above. A cozy fireplace spawns more intimate conversations among the hip 20- to 40-somethings disproportionately dressed in black--much like the striking servers who tend the bar. A small menu features staples like sandwiches, burgers and fries to soak up the booze.
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Insider Tips
Where to SitGrab one of the briskly modern gray velvet chairs and cozy up to the fireplace--it's a little removed from the fray and more intimate. There's a patio for smokers.
On the MenuYou have the choice of East Coast- or West Coast-style when if you order a Philly cheese steak. East means you get authentic Cheez Whiz; go west and it's white cheddar.
Fun FactThe lounge offers Czechwar beer on tap, and is one of the only bars in California to serve the Czech favorite.
User Reviews for Alibi Room
02/16/2008 Posted by the811
Approaching the entrance, you immediately stumble upon an awkward ramp leading to the heavy, tinted threshold. Designer lighting creates a subtle glow once you step foot onto the concrete flooring, and you are welcomed into the serene atmosphere. At first glance, you notice the protruding bar, designed to fit the occupying space. Then, your eye wanders to the right, catching a glimpse of the cozy fireplace situated on the back wall. Lounge seating compliments this section, allowing for prime conversational areas. An outdoor space provides for additional conversations as it is separated from the street by a pattern-based brick wall, creating an “indoor” feel. Heading back indoors, you find yourself captivated by the large 3’x3’ photographs of derelict pools and suburban Los Angeles, leaving a lasting impression of this “black diamond in the rough.” Drink of Choice: Acme IPA Music of Choice: Late 90’s top 50 pop/rock 811 dot tumbler dot com
11/16/2007 Posted by hawiianstu
Walked in around 8:00pm on a wednesday night, to grab a bite to eat before my friends started arriving for drinks. Very quiet around this time easy to get a drink. Chicken tacos were recommended had them, and they were fantastic! Order the Frys guys!!!! Chatted with the locals everyone was very friendly, as the evening progressed so did the number of occupants. Never got loud enough that you couldn't hear what anybody was saying. There were very attractive people scattered amongst the place, bartender was on top of everything, definitely a positive recommendation. Newly renovated, locals talked about what an old dive it use to be. Very hip and trendy, definitly envied the couple that was able to snag the couch next to the fireplace!!! If you do go, try to bring a jacket, noticed that the AC was on high through out most of the evening- being from Michigan I was even a little chilly. Definitely a place you want to visit if your looking for something new, and fun!!!!
Pros: Very nice decor, friendly people all over!
Cons: AC was on all night making it chilly
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