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LA dive bar famous for blasting Covid restrictions chased out of its 1970s home by developers as locals erupt
ProductDisplacement of Pineapple Hill Saloon & Grill
Pineapple Hill Saloon & Grill, a LA dive bar in Sherman Oaks, is a popular spot for locals, known for its lively atmosphere and defiance of Covid restrictions.
The bar, with its dimly lit, wood-paneled space and stale beer scent, is being forced out of its long-time home by developers, sparking outrage among locals.
- on a Thursday in Sherman Oaks, the party has already started at Pineapple Hill Saloon & Grill.
- Def Leppard’s “Pour Some Sugar on Me” blasts from the sound system, and a crowd of regulars settles in along a well-worn bar.
- Flat-screen TVs glow — cued up and ready for the Los Angeles Rams game.
Key Takeaways
- Pineapple Hill Saloon & Grill is being chased out of its 1970s home by developers
- The bar is a beloved local spot in Sherman Oaks
- It has a reputation for blasting Covid restrictions
- Locals are upset about the bar's impending departure
- The bar has been a fixture in the community since the 1970s
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- Right: At 5 p.m. on a Thursday, most of Los Angeles is sitting in traffic. But the party at Pineapple Hill Saloon & Grill in Sherman Oaks has already started.
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- The bar's future is uncertain, with possible relocation or closure
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The loss of a beloved local institution could impact the community's character and social scene
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- Sep 11Post (ZM): At 5 p.m. on a Thursday, most of Los Angeles is sitting in traffic. But the party at Pineapple Hill Saloon & Grill in Sherman Oaks has alrea
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