Tribute has a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere (sofa lounge for groups), SUPERB cocktails by mixologists Matt and Chris (try The Ugh and/or Tonga Hut Tallboy) and tasty appetizers good enough to make a meal (e.g., fried calamari and bacon-wrapped dates.)
A Refined Watering Hole: Augustine Wine Bar in Sherman Oaks
I simply cannot say enough nice things about this refined, delicious, friendly, casual neighborhood wine bar. Owners Dustin Lancaster, Mathew Kaner and Dave Gibbs (thx for suggesting the vintage sautern Dave!) have outdone themselves with Augustine. Sure, the wine list is superb (from familiar to a number of special, vintage treats) and the knowledge of the... Continue Reading →
From Beer to Beautiful Fare: The Bellwether in Studio City
...head chef Ted Hopson. He and partner/beverage director Ann-Marie Verde (both formerly of beer grub-pub Father's Office) have a bona-fide hit on their hands.