Classic photo from last year's celebration.. |
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From John the Maitre d' - news from the best neighborhood, Hollywood bar in Los Angeles.
Monday, December 28, 2015
50 plus years celebrating New Year's @ the Dresden.
Sunday, December 20, 2015
Roxy's last night
Well, yes, upon Roxy's last night we ended up w/ a great crowd of patrons, plus, a huge fan base of her followers joined us. He's a really fun photo of some of the Roxy fans who showed up to see her last night a huge success here @ the Dresden.
-john the maitre'd
Saturday, December 12, 2015
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Sunday, December 6, 2015
photo by: Blaise Nutter
Get the full story @ Dresden, a great film location |
photo by: Blaise Nutter
A popular filming location and celebrity hangout, the Dresden features strong cocktails and live entertainment in a classic old Hollywood environment.
Great night... Great promo...
Saturday, December 5, 2015
Drink Menu
We will be unfolding the new drink menu here @ the Dresden after the first of the year. Here's a recent post of one of the upcoming drinks... 'El General' - Ilegal reposado mezcal, Campari, Dry CuraƧao, &
orange bitters. Soon to be featured on the Dresden's new cocktail menu.
Friday, December 4, 2015
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Monday, November 30, 2015
Film location
A couple of months ago I was flipping through one of my favorite stalking tomes, Hollywood Escapes: The Moviegoer’s Guide to Exploring Southern California’s Great Outdoors, when I came across a blurb written about the legendary Dresden Restaurant in Hollywood. And while I had actually eaten at the Dresden once before upon first moving to Southern California almost a decade ago, at the time I had no idea it was a filming location! So, I immediately called up the Grim Cheaper and begged him to take me there that very night. But being that we were just a few weeks away from our upcoming nuptials at the time, he quickly put a nix on my plans with the caution that “we shouldn’t be spending money right now”. I acquiesced, but have been itching to stalk the place ever since. Thankfully, the two of us finally made it out there for dinner two weeks ago, with the GC pretty much kicking and screaming the entire way. But as it turned out he absolutely LOVED the place – and the $32 dinner bill that came at the end of the night. Yes, you read that right – our dinner, including one cocktail a piece, was only $32! We ended up eating in the Dresden’s bar area and ordering up a smorgasbord of happy hour items, including French onion soup and quesadillas, and, let me tell you, the food was not only INCREDIBLE, but the serving sizes were absolutely HUGE. The staff there was also amazingly nice and answered all of my silly little questions about the extensive filming that has taken place there over the years. All in all, it was quite the successful stalk and I honestly cannot say enough good things about the place!
read more: http://www.iamnotastalker.com/2010/10/07/the-dresden-restaurant/
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Open Mic Night w/ Marty & Elayne
Elayne w/ Jon on bass, Matt Forbes on mic, and Marty (behind Matt) on Drums @ the Dresden. martyandelayne.net |
Monday, November 16, 2015
Sunday, November 15, 2015
Saturday, November 14, 2015
the man behind the bar...
Friday, November 6, 2015
Last year's Thanksgiving Menu
Sunday, November 1, 2015
Saturday, October 31, 2015
Drink Culture
Here is one of the first test shots Mark and I took to promote the upcoming new drink list. This shot gives no real indication of the drinks on the list, however, it does, in my opinion, illustrate the "drink culture" that the new list promotes. I look forward to assisting Mark in making this insightful shift @ the Dresden happen.
- John the maitre'd
Monday, October 26, 2015
Mark and Reny behind the bar
Mark and Renny behind the bar. Bringing a new vibe to old school @ the Dresden! |
Saturday, October 24, 2015
Friday, October 23, 2015
Jane of Dick and Jane...
Thursday, October 22, 2015
Good to see you Johnny...
I ended up down Encinitas way, talked Johnny into coming out to meet me and some lovely folks so we could celebrate his birthday. Johnny insists he's loving retired life down in San Diego, however, all his fans and friends at the Dresden miss him in Los Angeles.
- John the Maitre'd
Saturday, October 10, 2015
Telephones at your booth
Newsflash, 1966 - telephones at your booth! Let's face it, today it's easy. Everyone has a cell phone in their pocket, however, back in the day Carl and Sara were ahead of the curve and you could make calls from the Dresden dining room. This archival clipping reminds us how much things have changed... Yet our dining room and lounge retain an enduring quality from bygone Hollywood.
- John the Maitre 'd
Friday, September 25, 2015
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Open for business...
It was a fantastic re-opening last night. L.A. Underground Superstars provided a wonderful lineup of bands... Gabriel hosted the full house from behind the bar. Dick and Jane brought cake and prizes. Vel made everyone feel welcome. I showed up to enjoy the Monday night Dresden vibe. It's official, the doors have re-opened. Tonight, is the return of Marty and Elayne with open mic night @ the Dresden.
- John the Maitre' d
Friday, September 11, 2015
Friday, September 4, 2015
Closed Sept 7th through the 13th @ the Dresden.
Terri w/ drinks @ the Dresden |
Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Johnny, a favorite @ the Dresden.
Friday, August 28, 2015
Making the magic happen.
Martinis, Old fashions... Old School drinks @ the Dresden, Hollywood California. Since 1954. |
Also, next Tuesday we will be hosting a good bye party for our long loved buddy and primo bartender John Canepa. I will post the relevant information as that day draws near.
As always, thanks for your patronage here @ the Dresden.
- John the Maitre 'd
Friday, August 21, 2015
Friday, August 14, 2015
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
Thursday, August 6, 2015
The Dresden Archive
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Friday, July 31, 2015
The Dresden players
Thursday, July 30, 2015
Salmon w/ baked potato @ the Dresden.
Sunday, July 26, 2015
Mondy night music schedule @ the Dresden.
The Residency Playoffs Continue at the Dresden Monday, July 27 at 9:00 PM with James Houlahan, FourEyedFour and Fourwaycross. The Leaders for The Residencies are currently: Angela Parrish, Double Naught Spy Car, Angela Muhwezi, Dick and Jane Family Orchestra and Molly Kruse--In no particular order.
Friday, July 24, 2015
Thursday, July 23, 2015
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Friday, May 1, 2015
Portion of The Lovely Glass Partition @ the Dresden.
The portion between lounge and restaurant @ the Dresden is a beautiful series of glass panels. photo via: http://aestheticallyincorrectphotography.blogspot.com/ |
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Saturday, March 28, 2015
34 years @ the Dresden.
Marty and Elayne 34th Anniversary @ the Dresden.
Singing with Marty and Elayne @ the Dresden. |
Friday, March 20, 2015
Marty and Elayne Keepin' the Hollywood Crowd Happy...
The young Hollywood crowd in the bar last night was amazing! Every time Elayne finished with some of her keyboard mastery, or Vince played a lively bass solo, or, of course, Marty performed a song (in particular New York New York) the intimate crowd responded wildly. Also, several guest singers stepped up to the the mic and sang with flare and gained approval of the Marty and Elayne fans... Gordon Bash was back with his horn, and also played some bass ending the night with the Ray Charles classic "Let the Good Times Roll." Terri and Gabriel poured amazing drinks while Rachel w/ Edith tended the crowd. It wasn't the most packed Thursday night I've ever seen, but, it was brilliantly intimate. In my tenure at the Dresden, I would say I have observed that's a forte of Marty and Elayne's - making it special for the individual/individuals who join us for drinks and fun. Tomorrow night is Friday, and, everyone is welcome. Yes, Marty and Elayne will be performing.
Thursday, March 19, 2015
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