@ the Dresden

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!

So, with Johnny retiring and the march of time, on your next visit you will most likely see some new faces here @ the Dresden. Although Mark and Reny have been with us for a while, (Mark, of course, grew up in the business), we expect to greet our patrons with some new energy and some adjustments to what we do. I will keep you posted.

Saturday, October 24, 2015

Reny behind the bar

Reny behind the bar - looking a bit old school @ the Dresden.

Friday, October 23, 2015

Jane of Dick and Jane...

Jane of Dick and Jane Family Orchestra sang w/ Marty and Elayne Tonight. Always lovely entertainment @ the Dresden.

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

We've got big cubes...

meet the new cube @ the Dresden

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

Another reminder folks.

Friday, September 4, 2015

Closed Sept 7th through the 13th @ the Dresden.

Terri w/ drinks @ the Dresden

In the interested of keeping our patrons posted... The Dresden will be closed September 7th through September 13th for our annual vacation. We will return on Monday the 14th with drinks, dining, and music by the L.A. Underground Superstars. So, we are open tonight, Saturday, and Sunday, then, as mentioned we return for public consumption on the 14th.

- john the maitre 'd

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Johnny, a favorite @ the Dresden.

My buddy Johnny (the bartender here at the Dresden - for the past thirty years!... Yes, that Johnny.) Well, we had a retirement party for him tonight at the Dresden. Jim, the owner gave him a beautiful painting that he bought from our resident painter, Jamie. A multitude of people who love Johnny showed up for Dresden fun with him... Prior to showing up at the Dresden, Johnny shared dinner with a group of Johnny lovers... Then, Johnny, made his way to the Dresden to an over-populated night at the D (his retirement party). I've been at the Dresden now for just over four years. Johnny is/was a sought after bartender. His charm, charisma, harshness/tenderness, was constantly enjoyed by patrons @ the Dresden. Yes, well, he would never plug in a cell phone charger, yet, he would always make anyone feel at home sitting on one of our bar stools. I have been blessed to know Johnny on a personal level. He really is an amazing guy, we are all sad to see him go, yet, his next adventure is great for him. Johnny is moving to San Diego, CA. Look out ladies!

- John the Maitre' d

Friday, August 28, 2015

Making the magic happen.

Martinis, Old fashions... Old School drinks @ the Dresden, Hollywood California. Since 1954.

Tonight is Friday night. Terri and Mark are behind the bar. Marty and Elayne are behind their respective instruments. Michael, Gustavo, and Siliva will be serving in the dining room...

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