Abdulla Jasem

I like the service here. They’re very prompt and friendly. We tried the non-alcoholic drinks and they were nice but quite pricy ($18). We were more interested in the food. We had the salad, patty melt, and chicken katsu. The salad was simple but done right. Simple ingredients and dressing, but quite enjoyable. The patty melt was interestingly delicious and fatty. Would be great if it comes with a simple side. The chicken katsu was great but huge! Keep in mind it’s not a sandwich, just a chicken katsu with ranch sauce and pickles.

+2

Ivan Zarate

You should reserve, otherwise you will have to wait 1 hour. I just tried the cocktail and a couple of appetizers My favorite on was "In the pines under the palms" of you like old fashioned, you will love this one The appetizers portions are small, for 3 or 4 max people.

+1

Kiran Singh

I had low expectations going into this place, but wow everything exceeded expectations. We sat at the bar and ordered, In the Pines & Bobby-boo. IN THE PINES was the showstopper. The flavor was absolutely insane. I will definitely be back for this drink. We also ordered the woods mushrooms per our bartender's recommendation & they were delicious! Ambiance is modern & service was great. My favorite part is that the bill comes in The Giving Tree book! We had a great time and will definitely be back.

+1

Panos Trimis

Read a lot about the patty melt of this place before visiting. Now I can safely say that it was hands down the most vintage - authentic tasting burger experience. The patty melt and the loaded baked potato are two dishes that would make me revisit True Laurel again and again. We sat outside, accompanied by a heater lamp. The place was very chill and the service was excellent. Highly recommend

pamazing

Came for brunch and had the patty melt, breakfast potatoes, and true brew cocktail. Definitely would get them all again! The patty melt was perfect and a deeply satisfying good classic burger. The potatoes are perfectly crispy (being cooked thrice) and savory with the crispy onions to accompany it. The True Blue is likely the best coffee cocktail we've ever had- great coffee flavor and not too sweet. Service was attentive and we sat outside on the nicely heated patio with our dog. I definitely want to come back again and try more of the cocktails because they all sound so good!

Noah Rosen

Incredible spot. The vibes were giving casual local favorite but the quality was giving destination worthy. The tuna crudo was insanity with amazing texture and the passion fruit was to die for. The cocktails were wonderfully made and creative.

ayush kalani

True Laurel, even on a bustling Saturday afternoon, delivers a solid four-star experience. We had a reservation and were seated within five minutes, which was impressive considering the lively atmosphere. The bar definitely has a great buzz and a cool vibe, with both indoor and outdoor seating options. My friend and I sampled two of their cocktails. The Mai o Mai, a milk-washed concoction featuring blended rum, lime, pistachio orgeat, curaçao, and a coffee-rum float, was everything you'd expect from a milk-washed drink – exceptionally smooth and velvety. It was a delightful and well-balanced cocktail. The Bobby Boo-urns, a sesame-washed genepy with blended scotch and vermouth di Torino, was a different beast altogether. This was the stronger of the two, with sharp, smoky notes that definitely packed a punch. If you prefer a bolder, more intense cocktail, this is your drink. Our only slight disappointment was the bar nuts. While they were fine, they weren't particularly memorable and had a slightly bitter aftertaste. Given the high caliber of the cocktails, we expected a bit more from the bar snacks. Overall, True Laurel is a fantastic spot for creative and well-crafted cocktails. The atmosphere is vibrant, and the service is efficient. Just maybe skip the bar nuts.

Betty Wu

I don’t think it’s worth the hype. We walked in just wanted to grab a drink. Cocktails were pricy and the taste is just average. We were also attracted by the Lazy Bear title but I don’t think it stands up to lazy bear quality. Vibe was good, staff was very friendly

Linyong Nan

Ordered two drinks - in the pines under the palms, and Bobby boo-urns. Both have quite similar flavor profiles, and the thing is, they are overly sweet. I feel like I’m just drinking flavored syrup. Couldn’t finish both of them.

Tallia Schivo

I was excited to try this spot. The overall atmosphere and vibes here are great. Also, kid friendly as we brought our baby and saw a few others with children. We had a few food items off the menu that were overall good, but very pricey for the amount you receive. The drinks are delicious, but are not strong which was quite disappointing for the amount of money you’re paying ($18-$19 per). I’m expecting a strong cocktail for that price. There are cute restaurants/bars in the area that are better imo.

Danny K (DSKO)

Updated Review (10/11/2025) Today, I decided to stop by True Laurel for an early dinner and some drinks right around opening time at 4pm on a Friday. There were just a few people seated, so I was able to get a nice table outside while the weather was still pleasant. It didn't take me long to figure out what I wanted to order. A TL Patty Melt with an heirloom tomato addition. For my drink, I ordered a Love Below, which includes Solera rum, lovage, seasonal tomatoes, dry vermouth, citrus & tequila. The Patty Melt came out in about five minutes, with the drink arriving a few minutes later. I placed the order around 4:10pm and received everything by 4:25pm. The Patty Melt was delicious and filling enough. The Love Below had a bit of a raisin-like taste and it never really developed further from that taste. I was planning to order more food, possibly the sweet corn gazpacho and a Mai o Mai cocktail. I looked over at waitress as she walked outside and went to check on other tables before walking back inside. Every single time she came out, I tried to get her attention but she never even glanced in my direction. This happened maybe 5 times or so. After what seems like an eternity, I looked down at my clock. It was a few minutes before 5pm. I had just sat on the patio at True Laurel for 30 minutes without a single visit from the staff after the initial order. Just completely ignored. I have praised and recommended True Laurel to many of my friends and the online community for the past couple years. I was rewarded with the worst hospitality I've ever experienced among the many cocktail bars around the world that I’ve been to. It's unimaginable how a business associated with the vaunted 2-star Michelin restaurant Lazy Bear could have such poor service. I decided to get my check, pay and get out of there. To add insult to injury, I saw that the bill already had an automatic 20% gratuity applied, which normally denotes that the service was above average. Knowing that 20% gratuity is guaranteed regardless of their quality of service seems to have led to systematic complacency. Clearly resting on their laurels. I don't imagine I'll have any desire to go back to True Laurel anytime soon. It's really sad because I genuinely liked their cocktails and food. Previous Review (5 Stars): I've had True Laurel on my radar for awhile. It is owned by Lazy Bear, the nearby 2 Star Michelin restaurant and was recently named #30 on the list of 2024 Top 50 Cocktail Bars in North America. They have a weekend brunch so I gathered a bunch of my friends to meet up at True Laurel before going to MoMa to catch the last two weeks of the "Art of Noise" exhibit. I tried the Melons Triple Lindy and Mai o Mai, which I felt had a nicer presentation with more complexity, seamless blending of balanced flavors than the signature Vodka y Soda and Green Mango Martini that I tried at the mega hyped Superbueno in NYC, #2 on the 2024 Top 50 bar list. The Mai o Mai looks virtually clear but somehow has a milkiness to it. The brunch menu crafted by the Lazy Bear team is excellent. I ordered the Chicken Liver Mousse, which is served with rhubarb preserves with slivers of green strawberries and a few slices of perfectly toasted sourdough bread. My friends ordered the TL Patty Melt, which looked picture perfect - the toast was golden atop a square egg and dry aged beef patty. I got to try a bite which was a sudden burst of special flavor...I know what I'll be ordering next time. The service was straight and to the point. Courteous but not overly friendly. The interior is industrial and modern but not inherently upscale. It's in a safe part of town so you have the option to sit outside at the wooden picnic tables. If you're looking for world class cocktails and brunch food with a Michelin pedigree, look no further than True Laurel, which exceeded my expectations. I'm excited to try more of their excellent cocktails and dishes. Until next time...

+4

Wilfred Cho

Not sure what the fuzz is about, but there is nothing special about the cocktail here. It's very crowded and you will need a reservation. The waiter was a bit snobby and not welcoming. I would spend my money at PCH or elsewhere.

Erica Hazen

After leaving Lost Resort I was excited to try this neighborhood bar as it was the only thing open for drinks on a Sunday afternoon. The place tries way tooo hard. Good food, drinks and service is all it takes. Try less. Add Bloody Mary’s to your menu. Lame people, menu, drinks and vibe. I’m happy I didn’t spend $19 (before mandatory 20% service charge) on bre-batched cocktails in a glass. 1/10 for the piñata as it was the only thing I found fun.