This holdover from 1952 is as cool as the Redondo Pier gets, with its classic neon sign, 360-degree views from the glass octagonal lounge upstairs and waves crashing below the long, terracotta bar downstairs. Both have gas fireplaces roaring and local barflies buzzing. The food (seafood, Italian) is whatever. Have a beverage.


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