The Sapphire--CLOSED
Studio City, CA 91604
Phone: (818) 506-0777
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- Hours:
- Daily 7pm-2am
Editorial Review for The Sapphire--CLOSED – by Patrick Green
The Scene
This nightlife gem is the first Valley foray by the trendsetting impresarios behind hipster hangouts like Daddy's and the 4100. The posh lounge attracts a mixed crowd of sexy Valley vixens, lounge lizards and coupled up combinations of the two. A long, narrow bar stretches across the length of the intimate, yet spacious main room. Plush, modern furnishings like cushy wraparound couches and polished dark wood comprise the rest of the low-lit interior. Eclectic jukebox selections from Jamiroquai to the Rolling Stones provide the just-loud-enough soundtrack.
The Draw
Sapphire's first come, first served door policy and non-reserved seating inside make it an ideal place to party without worrying about pretentious guest lists or bottle-service minimums. The initial lack of advertising created a steadily building word-of-mouth vibe, and now in-the-know barhoppers from neighboring nightspots--and greater L.A.--have moved in.
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Insider Tips
ParkingSapphire's tiny parking area fills up fast. After 10pm, some people take their chances in the Trader Joe's lot just east of the bar on Ventura.
Where to SitThe back room is perfect for big groups. There are no reservations, so arrive before 9pm and stake your claim.
Look GoodNearby Clear offers similar decor, but with more of an upbeat, dance-friendly soundtrack. Be prepared for a wait on busy nights.
User Reviews for The Sapphire--CLOSED
01/19/2008 Posted by astrid1987
Went there for drinks for my 21st birthday, very friendly doorman, quick bartenders and STRONG DRINKS. I am not kidding. We ordered Jim Beam and Cokes and it was like getting a glass of Beam with a shot of coke. So you get your moneys worth. My only complaint is that there were way too many people in there for such a small space, and it was very dark. The photo that accompanies this listing is misleading! I would go there again though.
Pros: No mean doorman and friendly bartenders
Cons: way too dark in there
11/30/2007 Posted by famousblueraincoat
i love this place! jukebox rocks! people sometimes dance spontaneously. room is dark. crowds are good. drinks are stiff. cool little back room for privacy and fireplace. sometimes it can get really crowded tho and might even have a line. that's the only downside.
Pros: great vibe, lighting, jukebox
Cons: sometimes there's a line
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