Hello dear readers!!
Jilly Bites has returned. Yay!!!
Upon request, in addition to filling you in on the yummiest places to eat, I will also give you the heads up on where to find the best adult libations. Starting with … (drumroll please)
(Yes, that Dresden from the iconic 90s movie, Swingers. And yes, Marty and Elayne are still there!! But more on them in a minute.)
The Dresden is classic, full-on retro Hollywood. The decor appears to have not changed since it opened in 1954. Upon entering The Dresden, there is a Continental restaurant to your left, complete with deep, white leather booths and art deco candelabras; it looks just like something my grandparents would have frequented back in the day (side note, while my grandparents were dating, they kept a scrapbook filled with the cocktail napkins of different LA restaurants they frequented with their friends, I wonder if The Dresden made it into their book? I’ll have to look and get back to you). But I have not eaten at The Dresden’s restaurant, I’ve only been to their lounge, which is adjacent to the restaurant. I will just have to eat there and do a write up next time! All I know is that it looks and smells fabulous and you feel as if you were transported into another era. *Sigh*
Anywho! Back to the lounge.
Dimly lit, jazzy art on the exposed stone walls, small round tables with deep bucket chairs and the tunes of Marty and Elayne create the picture of a perfect night out at The Dresden. A full bar with one of those special bartenders who really understands the art and science of a great drink. Order a Hendrick’s gin Gibson, a glass of cabernet or just a bottle of beer to sip, listen to the evening’s performers and chat intimately with your friends. Not being a big drinker myself but knowing lots of bartenders, I have been given their happy stamp of approval for The Dresden! It is not trendy, scene-y, stuffy, or snooty. It is fabulous and warmly welcomes you like an old friend. Come to The Dresden and leave the drama of Hollywood behind.
1760 N. Vermont Ave., Hollywood, CA 90027
**Jill asks that you please drink responsibly and don’t drink and drive. Thank you!**
