We went here because we were in the neighborhood and I've passed this dive for so, so many years. The atmosphere was relaxing - you can tell by the many conversations that quite a few patrons live in the area. We didn't order food but we bellied up to the bar and asked for two (2) long islands. Okay; being a bartender for over a decade I'm not quite sire how you can mess this drink up (it's like half your rail goes into the drink...) We didn't send the drinks back, we just looked at each other and made a face. Two guys at the bar drinking whiskey and beer knew what our faces meant and a conversation began. My next drink was Tequila laced with Roses Lime and my partner in crime had a beer.
I don't think I'll be back; South Bay gets 3 Stars because the drinks were OK but the Bartender, patrons and environment were friendly and approachable.