Growing up, one of the first places that I always wanted to go when visiting Los Angeles was the famed Sunset Strip. Full of iconic places, one of the most unique landmarks is the western-style Saddle Ranch Chop House. Notable for its mechanical bull and being the subject of a VH1 reality show, this was one of the first spots I decided to check out upon turning 21.
The menu features an assortment of classic American barbecue style foods. They have a half-priced Happy Hour that runs from 3-6:30 and includes some phenomenal appetizers. The wings have a great spicy flavor that is just the right amount of kick, without overpowering. The Jalapeno Mac and Cheese is another standout, extremely rich and cheesy, and topped with a bread crumb coating.
Along with its western theme, Saddle Ranch is also known for the rock music that pipes through its speakers and the TV’s with the accompanying music videos. This comes as no shock given its location on the Sunset Strip, the birthplace of some of the greatest bands of all time. The mechanical bull serves as a prime attraction for folks frequenting the bar at night, where you can order their specialty drinks, such as an AMF, Long Island Iced Tea, Arizona Sunset, among others, served in large vases. These run you $15, but with a good pregame one (maybe two) should be all that you need. The outside fire pits prove worthwhile on a chilly night and you can even purchase S’Mores to roast over the fire.
A popular tourist destination, Saddle Ranch is a pretty fun place to go and they serve bottomless mimosas daily until 3 with the purchase of a meal. This can make for a fun group outing on a nice sunny weekend.
Food: 8.5
Atmosphere: 7.5
Price: 5
Overall: 7
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