Review Lono - Los Angeles

Nick Bane

TL;DR- Great bartender, really nice upscale tiki adventure, a little expensive and staff could be a little more friendly. The tiki bar to take a nice date or your parents to! Went on a Friday evening just after opening, seating was easy and the hostess was nice. The decor is really nice and clean, a little more 1940s tropical than tiki but it had a really nice cohesive feel to it. I'd say it fullfilled my personal escapism requirement for a tiki bar! The bartender was GREAT! Made a show of the Curse of Lono I ordered, and I appreciated that it came flaming and in a mug (most tiki bars opt for glassware to keep cost down) the drink was tasty and balanced, and my friend's (non alcoholic, which it turns out cost extra.. go figure..) Pina Colada was also tasty and well made! The thing that knocked it down a star is the price point, and the staff member, who I'm assuming was the manager, killing the vibe by taking one of our menus and generally making us feel like she hoped we left soon.. just put a negative spin on the visit at the end..

Nick Koperski

Such a great tiki spot. Fun and laid back atmosphere. Awesome staff. Food and drinks were amazing. What a great place to add to my birthday weekend merriment! Felt like a VIP! Will most definitely back back!

TANISHA BLUFORD

I had the best time at LONO the Bartenders and Waiters were so friendly and social. I definitely plan to make this a regular spot to go to for amazing drinks, I cant wait to try the food the next time I go. Such a great vibe.

Gizelle Briones

The place can be a little challenging to find. It has a white paint exterior with a black palm tree emblem and reeks of tiki chic complete with exotic foliage and rattan furniture. The neon sign at the entrance reads, "Where the Wild Things are," and thus started our adventure. We got there for Aloha hour which is available from 5-7PM Tuesday-Friday. We ordered a round of drinks. Had the pina colada, Beatles are overrated, and Chareau me the Way (which was a bit too tart for my friend). The drinks were nice and strong. We were also with kids who had the virgin pina colada, which is the same price as the happy hour colada. So the lesson is, obviously get the alcoholic one if you're of legal age. I had the Robata chicken wings as appetizer which was a bit too sour (too much lemon?). The Kauai fried chicken which was nice and crisp on the outside and juicy inside. The menu is rather limited, but everyone seems to enjoy their meal. The server and hostess were friendly. We got our drinks and food expeditiously and she served us with a smile the whole time. So if I'm ever in Hollywood again, I wouldn't hesitate coming back to this spot.

Caleb Richardson

Went on a slow Sunday evening, I really enjoyed everything! Cool decor, great traditional and original cocktails, and delightful employees. Obviously recommend getting dropped off here, I imagine parking would be difficult. Solid rum options.

Jason Muriel

Nice upscale tiki bar.right off Hollywood boulevard, worth checking out.I recommend the banana tiki drink.

Ellen Mae

Great service! Ask about this drink. The servers are super friendly and glad to help you decide the drink that's right for your night.

Jose Perdomo

It was a nice place to go to if you like ambiance. The orders on the menu can be overpriced so be sure to look at the menu thoroughly before ordering.

Chelsea Peterson

We went in very late but everyone was super friendly! Great tiki bar and Hawaii themed drinks!

Taiwain (Juan Pierce)

Had a great time with friends. Really classy spot with good food and drinks.

Michael Lucero

Best Tiki bar around! Mai Tai drink was amazing. The service and waitress were amazing. Drinks came quick even when busy.

Wallace Reid

This is well over due, this was a great place to go, eat, drink, meet people, how could they have let this place close? It says Temporarily Closed, hope that they get it together and reopen I'll be 1st in line to get in

Michael Mims

Great place amazing food the chef sam is a great guy and amazing chef also the place looks amazing great drinks good music so much fun definitely reccomend it

Jennifer Booker

We came kind of early on a holiday weekend and as soon as we sat down the staff got slammed. We had reservations and it took forever to even put in a drink order, BUT when they did, they comped our first round of drinks. The food was delicious, the drinks were rad, the prices were comparable to other tiki joints, and overall, the service was outstanding. The decor was awesome, too. We'll be back.

Alex Truth

Friendly atmosphere. Love this place. Excellent drinks, food and service ! The staff glad to help you to choose drinks. The bar is big. You can spend interesting time with friends. I'll definitely go back again.

Nicholas Capoun

Great place to chill in Hollywood... laid back! Must try the misubi bowl and then the ceviche if you're not full yet😁

K D

Best Tiki Bar in LA!! The drinks are well crafted and deliciously strong. Atmosphere is really fun and intimate, bartenders and waitresses are amazing. Sarah is my girl, always takes care of me and makes sure I have a great time. Never been disappointed :)