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550 S Flower St
Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Standard Hotel
Local(213) 892-8080
Fax(213) 892-8686

550 S Flower St
Los Angeles, CA 90071

http://www.standardhotel.com

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The Standard, in Los Angeles, is a 3 star inexpensive hotel. Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "comfortable" and "great". Those who recommend it say it's perfect for "families". The hotel is recommended by Fodors (it's one of their hotel "Picks"). The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including Water Grill , Patina , and Philippe The Original . Also nearby: The Los Angeles Theater , Department of Water and Power Building , and University of Southern California, Hertha and Walter Klinger Gallery . Other local places to consider are Farmer's Daughter and The St. Regis Los Angeles.

Expert Reviews of Standard Hotel

Citysearch | Kitschy 24-hour hotel diner fuels the Roof Bar club set with hearty fare.

This trendy diner is a study in contrasts: bright yellow-leather booths surround sleek marble tables; '70s-style wallpaper is juxtaposed with futuristic felt ceiling tiles; waitress wear retro-chic,...
citysearch.com - expert review - 12/18/2006
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Citysearch | The grooviest hotel and rooftop nightclub in downtown L.A.

A new era of revitalization for downtown L.A. took off running with the 2001 launch of this hot spot. The opening night sleepover party that inaugurated this hip property was attended by Hollywood's finest...
citysearch.com - expert review - 07/06/2005
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Citysearch | Sip and dip at this chic poolside lounge atop the hip downtown Standard hotel.

Downtown L.A.'s intimate skyline frames the ultimate outdoor pool and lounge party. Large couches accommodating multiple groups of friends are conveniently located only a huff and puff away from the roomy...
citysearch.com - expert review - 01/20/2005
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Gayot

A new era of revitalization for downtown L.A. took off running with the opening of the downtown Standard hotel. Three months after the opening sleepover party (attended by Hollywood's finest clad in pajamas),...
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User Reviews of Standard Hotel

Yelp.com Review - by Vincent L.

5.0 of 5 stars. The Standard Downtown is by far my favorite trendy bar to go to. I guess I'm a sucker for great views and ambience. There's also a small dance floor if that's your thing. Typical clientele are…
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brendon D.

4.0 of 5 stars. Snob lame-o fest or a good investment in an evening? Both, really. It just depends on the night. I've had nights where the line was long and bribing the door chick a LOT of money didn't work.**
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by adam w.

5.0 of 5 stars. i came here on a saturday afternoon expecting a $10 cover for swimming with sharks. it turned out that we missed that event by a week but they let us up anyway without question. it wasn't too crowded…
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Julia S.

3.0 of 5 stars. "Quintessential LA" basically sums this one up. If the super-mod plastic tables didn't do it for you, the waterbed pods by the pool certainly should (and I really don't want to know what's gone on in…
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by J Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. Having a skyline view is obviously awesome. $12 drinks in a plastic cup is not. A good place to bring friends or dates who have never been. I believe there was a $20 cover as well. And the wait to…
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Anna A.

2.0 of 5 stars. Every time I go to the Standard it's out of brute force. Although I do enjoy the Euro and International crowd/feel, it's not enough to change my mind about the Standard. So allow me to break it down…
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by A L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Eek! Yay! It makes a good first impression. The only outside VIEWS of the beautiful Downtown LA. This place is great for a lot of people to party. Overall. I highly recommend going with some friends…
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sue-ie B.

4.0 of 5 stars. One thing is a must before going here - you HAVE to call in the day you're going and just make sure that the place wasn't reserved for a private party. I called the morning of the same day and they…
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by altaf g.

3.0 of 5 stars. A good place to stay when you are in downtown LA, much more interesting than alot of the older, boring hotels in the area. The restaurant is good but you can walk across the street to Daily Grill if…
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by M S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Probably one of the better rooftop bars in LA, no doubt. If you like Corona's as much as I do, you'll be paying $1.70 an ounce. That's a little steep for a Corona, but on a sunny day it may be worth…
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah B.

4.0 of 5 stars. The trick to the Standard is to show up during the work-week. On the weekends there's a line, often a cover charge, and an abundance of aloof d-bags. Let's be real: You don't want none of that. But on…
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Marie-Claire E.

4.0 of 5 stars. My honey have had some great times here...Wether it's chilling out on a Sunday afternoon, or hanging out with friends on a Friday night, we are never disappointed....Great crowd.....
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jordan Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. I just watched the movie "Fracture," and I was stoked to be able to say, "I was there! That's the Standard!" But rewind a month when I paid a visit to the venue. I'm getting tired of these clubs with…
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Seun K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Away from the rest of LA
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by santiago g.

3.0 of 5 stars. thump thump thump, ROOFTOP BAR, thump thump thump, PLASTIC BOOBIES, thump thump thump, STRIPED SHIRTS N HAIR GEL!!!! I only go here when I have a room and even then I leave in search of a less…
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa Marie M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love the view of downtown from the roof top at the Standard. The entire place feels like your on the set of a White Strips video. If you're feeling adventurous and want to lounge out in a water bed…
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kim W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Great downtown view, but very overpriced drinks.
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle P.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place (or rating) is all about the view and the water bed pods. It's just gorgeous and a must-see at least once. However, the scene is very trendy, and the drinks are uber-expensive on top of a…
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by B P.

5.0 of 5 stars. Free swimming.
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by sandy l.

4.0 of 5 stars. I like it. Good view of downtown. Good date spot...get a lil tipsy and make out on the chaise..but don't get sloppy now. The drinks are average priced..I thought. If you go there too late I think…
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jay S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Making a bid, rather late in the game, to be the better of the two Standards. Not a damn thing to dislike about this place, except for the fact that downtown's growing popularity as a nightlife…
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shay P.

4.0 of 5 stars. I havent actually stayed at the hotel. I have attended parties on the rooftop (another review) and eaten here.
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by James Y.

5.0 of 5 stars. ahhhh... The Standard.
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by John M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Note to single guys: the Standard is not a good place to take dates. Date: "Wow, this view is *stunning.*"
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jacqueline T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I am going to rate this place based on asthetics. As an artist, this place had an amazing view! Tuesday evening with some drinks at hand, lounging along one of their nice chaises with a great…
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by stephen p.

3.0 of 5 stars. 3.5 stars for the diner. I've been here once or twice and the food is pretty good and has some nice seating for groups.
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by D L.

3.0 of 5 stars. The rooftop lounge has great views of the urban landscape. Kind of reminds me of Ava in New York. Forget about conversation because the music is deafening. No ones poo smells here including mine…
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kimberly L.

4.0 of 5 stars. 4 stars because I spend at least one night a week here. The views are amazing and people watching is dope.
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Laura C.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is so funky, and retro its really hard not to have a good time especially when with a good group of your favorite buddies, who will get hammered and roll around in the waterbed pod type…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Heather O.

5.0 of 5 stars. I recently stayed mid-week at The Standard Hotel. I was very happy with the high level of service and over all nice people. I loved the minimal room decor. Does anyone actually use the dresser…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by M C.

1.0 of 5 stars. This review is only for the restaurant (named The Restaurant, duh!), and the Rooftop bar only. OK, and the general decor in the common areas too. This place is pretentious at best. Maybe the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Yvonne R.

3.0 of 5 stars. My review for the Standard is based on a lunch experience. Working in downtown LA, my coworkers and I just needed to get away from the city. It was suggested that we go to the Rooftop Bar for lunch. I…
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Morgan D.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love, love, LOVE The Standard. The views from the rooftop are amazing, I get drunk on atmosphere alone! Sure, it's a mixed crowd, but that is why I like it. You never know who your going to meet-…
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ken O.

5.0 of 5 stars. Fabulous... wait a second... did I just type 'fabulous'... please dear god, tell me I did not type 'fabulous'... oh shit, I did. Well it was... and I don't want to talk about it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by doreen e.

4.0 of 5 stars. So I'm not crazy about the room decor (think minimalist meets tres chique 70s decor), but it was clean and the bed was comfy. You need to go here with your honey because there's no privacy here - no…
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Gerry K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I haven't been here for a LONG time. But I was a DJ here and the first time I came here it blew my mind. Skyline, topiary, pool, waterbeds, dj, a playland of retro-futuristic cool.
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Derek O.

1.0 of 5 stars. I constantly thought an elaborate practical joke was being played on me. How anybody could ever say that this place is chic, impressive, modern or whatever is totally beyond me. Upon arrival outside of…
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly S.

4.0 of 5 stars. dating sucks but mr wonderful took me here and I was romanced and the view was so beautiful that I cant remember what it looked like. i remember the pool is beautiful or was that his green eyes?
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shauna D.

2.0 of 5 stars. I can't believe this place is still so popular. At least, that's the premise the door guy gives you when you try to go up. It's not usually a problem though for my coworkers and I during the early…
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Helen W.

4.0 of 5 stars. as mentioned half a million times, nice view. i don't think LA is ever that beautiful. the crowd is kind of sparse but i kind of like it that way. there is plenty of room to sit, besides the pods.…
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Janell M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Posh would be the word. The Standard is posh. I was in LA for the day with a college friend from home. . . Cover charge starts at 7. . . So we rushed towards downtown and found parking in this shady…
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Elyse K.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm not going to add to any of the reviews as I'm just here to share probably the BEST tip ever. You know how pissed you get when you order two drinks and the bill is about $30? Well, get this......…
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Yumiko F.

4.0 of 5 stars. I stayed there twice so far after a long flight.. it fits the style that i like and they serve room service's food menu selection was not that expensive and also decent food I thought.. Room was good…
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tru e.

4.0 of 5 stars. Other than being one of the priciest hotel to stay in LA, this downtown location has a must see rooftop section, where some of the hottest parties are thrown at. The vibe is really cool especially…
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike R.

4.0 of 5 stars. The view from the Standard rooftop is impressive. You get a great view of the surrounding skyscrapers and downtown life!! From Sunday to Thursday there's no cover and I think they charge like $20 a…
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ethan M.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place is hot, circular waterbeds, rooftop pool, movies projected on the building across the street, small dancefloor with a good DJ. Just get drunk first because the drinks are comically…
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by jennie t.

4.0 of 5 stars. One star for the novelty of this place and the L.A. hipster vibe (although that can be a negative at times). One star for the cool, creeper-inducing waterbeds. One star for the incongruously placed…
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kathy K.

2.0 of 5 stars. Downtown Standard went down like Downtown Julie Brown. Downtown Standard was a Debbie Downer.
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by KaliMa C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Went here on a little none date date and had a really good time. The view of downtown was beautiful a real mood setter. Anyway if your looking to woo a lady or stunt like your somebody this is the…
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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Standard

YOU HAVE an AMAZING ROOM! What I mean is that their rooms are HUGE!!! The decoration and design is pretty nice too! The price is not bad for what you are getting.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarina W.

3.0 of 5 stars. I had a pretty good time here at the Standard. But dude..it gets really cold and sometimes windy! It's very posh and modern with the pool, romantic lighting, and waterbed pod stations...but it's cold…
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Wei H.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you wanna impress someone in downtown LA area, look no further than Standard hotel. From the modern waterfall entrance to sleek pool table at the lobby area, this is the ultimate chic destination.…
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Grace C.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is nice. The decor does seem like an upscale Ikea, but the size of the rooms are GINORMOUS for what you're paying for. Very modern and classy. two thumbs up.
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Grace C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had a helluva (hell of a) time here. The view is a little overrated as the standard actually rises above most of the buildings and you're just staring out into space. The music was good and so were…
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chiara I.

3.0 of 5 stars. if it's one of those nights that you want to dress up a little more and chill with some friends in a picturesque downtown lounge and don't mind paying more for drinks.. this is the place for you. i've…
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Skylar L.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place was cool. Granted, when the people I was with and I got there we had already taken advantage of the Library Bar's happy hour drink specials so it is all a bit fuzzy. The view was beautiful…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Come on, rooftop poolbar. Jeez. I had one of the best nights of my life here; though that night the bar was open. Otherwise, the drinks are nuts expensive. I'd say, go here for one drink as the…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jamie Q.

2.0 of 5 stars. i ate at the lobby restaurant with two friends a couple of nights ago after a night out on sunset. the food sucks and its overpriced. the double whammy. our waitress was really nice, but it took…
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sharon O.

2.0 of 5 stars. really?? i'm just not sure what the hype is all about. a bunch of 30 somethings trying to dance their way into their youth in their drunken stupor. not too crazy about that kind of show.
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mitsu M.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place is one of those places where you're paying for the view. I went there for my birthday last year and they only let me & 3 other friends up in the club bc we were hotel guests. The rest, they…
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by M. L.

3.0 of 5 stars. My thoughts on The Standard are a little jumbled, so bear with me... 1. The decor reminds me of an upscale Ikea...but not in a bad way.
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Johnny S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I was there last week (end of March), and this place rocks. Being from Hawaii it was FREEZING on the roof (I thought L.A. was supposed to be hot), but they had heaters up there that made it better.…
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Risa Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place's got a nice view of Down Town LA. I love the pool, the couches, and the funny looking pods where I've seen many people make out~! There is a fireplace area for the cold days... but…
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Keira H.

3.0 of 5 stars. I have downtown phobia, but this bar is cool. The standard hotel is artistic place, the view from the bar is awesome. Just not for a chilly day.
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by nick l.

4.0 of 5 stars. The view from this place is great. Any time I feel the need to get on with my metro self, I'll definitely go here. The drinks here are alright a little on the pricier side, but you're really paying…
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa I.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've only been to the Rooftop once. It was ok. The view was excellent. You can tell the staff are the cliche "I'm a server who's aspiring to be a model/actress/ writer/ etc" but at least they weren't…
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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The best start to a vacation!

I came to L.A for the fabled nightlife and the fabulousness that i see in the tabloids. i found it at the standard. It was a friday night and it was crowded as hell but the bouncer (who happens to be hot as...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Annie P.

5.0 of 5 stars. amazing nightttt!!! i celebrated my 18th here last night and it was the best bday ever! made reservations for 9 at the restaurant/diner and got seated right when we got there(we were even a little…
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by noriko n.

4.0 of 5 stars. Hotel room: A big thumbs up for the spartan modern furnishings. I stayed here for 2 weeekend nights and didn't find it overly noisy, granted I did come back late on Friday night. Rooftop bar:…
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Oscar A.

4.0 of 5 stars. i recently came here with a friend...and i thought it was awesome. it's in the nice downtown area of Los Angeles and it's on the roof of the Standard hotel....and it is an awesome view! with this…
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amber C.

4.0 of 5 stars. i watch a LOT of mtv sometimes...its rather embarassing...but, one thing ive learned from it is that the LA standard rooftop bar is where the cool kids hang out. ive been there both times ive been to…
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Karen C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Have you ever felt like you were sick of staying at your own house and just needed to get away and stay at somewhere cool for a night? Well that's exactly how I felt yesterday. So I called my…
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Karen C.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place has it's pro's and con's. I have kind of a love hate relationship with it, sometimes I truly love it, sometimes I'm like I gotta get out of here. Pro's: The View (amazing!)
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Conspiracy T.

4.0 of 5 stars. So, I was in L.A. on business and an associate of mine suggested that we hit up this hip little roof top bar that has great dance music. We drove over, valet parked walked into the lobby, tried to…
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Monica G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Amazing view! Right when you walk in, the lobby and escalators are lit with neon lights...beautiful job with the lighting, though I'm not too sure how the place looks like during the day. Go up the…
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ben B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I really enjoy the Standard Rooftop Bar. I don't go there for the scene, and I don't go there to dance. This place is not a club. It fits comfortably into the category of hotel bar. And in this…
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by bonnie a.

1.0 of 5 stars. yo this place can SHOVE it. i'd give it negative 5 stars if that was an option. this place is so stupid it doesn't even deserve a review, i'm only giving it one to warn people about how lame it is.…
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by george b.

5.0 of 5 stars. i had brunch here with a friend the sunday afternoon of the LA Marathon. I had their omlette and watermelon juice. I believe it was freshly squeezed from a real watermelon! pretty impressive.…
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by george b.

4.0 of 5 stars. ONLY go on Monday thru Wednesday, maybe Thursday. It's free to get in during the week plus i've never had problems getting in. As for the weekend, there's usually a $20 cover charge. I'd rather go…
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by amy t.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is so cool, polar bears wear sweaters around it. I'm being slightly facetious, but this place really was pretty hip. A pool table and awesome lounge areas inside and out (including a…