Best bars in Los Angeles

22 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Tiki-Ti stands out for the depth of its tiki-bar recommendations, rather than spaciousness. Commenters repeatedly favor this Silver Lake institution; one praises powerful cocktails and another its place in tiki history. Several describe a cramped room, difficult parking or a wait to get in. Dissent includes a visitor who feels it has declined and another who thinks its reputation does not justify the premium pricing.

Silver Lake

20 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Cozy Inn earns repeated recommendations for inexpensive, potent drinks and an old-school Culver City dive-bar feel. Pool and shuffleboard recur in the descriptions, while two commenters particularly enjoy the holiday lights. The appeal is not universal: one regular moved on after prices rose, another considers Scarlet Lady more genuinely dive-like, and a daytime visitor found the staring crowd uncomfortable.

Culver City

19 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/SantaMonica

Tiny's Hi-Dive draws recommendations for Chicago-style bar food and affordable drinks near Pico and Bundy. Commenters praise the food and happy hour; one mentions arcade games and another pool. Several like it while questioning whether it is too polished to be a genuine dive. A visitor describes the crowd growing younger as the evening progresses, and another warns of college-student crowds.

West La

19 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Escondite gets repeated recommendations for its Chicago character and downtown dive-bar feel. One commenter points to an Old Style sign, another mentions live music, and a visitor praises the burgers alongside the bar itself. A further patron highlights wings and an arcade hunting game. One fan notes having watched sports here.

Skid Row

15 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Thunderbolt draws praise for cocktails, with one visitor admiring the inventive selection and another enjoying a shaded patio for reading. One commenter finds its Temple Street setting calmer than the Sunset strip. The dissent is substantial: patrons describe uneven drinks, disappointing atmosphere and an unusual room; one found no reason to return after a second visit. It is a more contested pick than its cocktail reputation alone suggests.

Echo Park

15 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Lucky Tiki draws enthusiastic recommendations for an elaborate West Hollywood tiki experience. One commenter praises the custom decor and unusual cocktails. Several advise booking ahead. Not all are persuaded: one considers the drinks merely adequate beneath the spectacle, while another likes the cocktails but is less impressed by the food.

West Hollywood

15 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Highland Park Brewery is repeatedly recommended for its beer, with the Chinatown taproom explicitly named by several commenters. One fan values the consistent brews, and another prefers its drink selection to nearby Homage. Food is less clear-cut: one visitor praises burgers and fries, while another favors Homage's food. A further patron appreciated the non-alcoholic beer options during a period of not drinking.

Chinatown

13 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/SantaMonica

Hinano Cafe is repeatedly recommended as a classic Venice dive. Commenters suggest it for drinks, and one ranks it among their favorite bars anywhere. Burgers earn praise from two visitors, though another thinks the burger is overrated while still enjoying the place. One patron notes the lack of liquor drinks. Its appeal is the unpolished bar experience, not a broad cocktail offering.

Venice

13 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

The Frolic Room earns repeated Hollywood recommendations for an old-school bar experience. One commenter highlights inexpensive, strong drinks, and another likes the dark interior. A returning visitor considers it unlike other bars. The classification itself divides opinions: one calls it a genuine dive, while another sees an authentic art-deco bar rather than a dive-themed venue.

Hollywood

12 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Seven Grand is a recurring Downtown LA recommendation for whiskey and cocktails. One patron admires the breadth of whiskey choices, another praises an old fashioned, and a third likes the whiskey sour. A visitor describes a warm wood-and-plaid interior but says it gets packed. Another finds the cocktails only adequate while valuing the whiskey selection. Pool also comes up in suggested nights out.

12 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Jumbo's Clown Room is a recurring Hollywood pick for an unconventional night out. Commenters suggest making it the final stop after nearby bars, and one describes the entertainment as burlesque. Another values its distinctive character. One commenter bluntly advises against it without explaining why, so the enthusiasm is not unanimous.

Hollywood

12 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

La Cita draws repeated downtown recommendations, with one patron particularly liking the rear outdoor bar and another enjoying a visit before the room shifted toward dancing. It also appears in day-drinking and evening itineraries. Price is the main dissent: a visitor felt a canned beer was poor value, so the dive-bar label should not be read as a promise of especially cheap drinks.

Downtown La

12 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Lowboy in Echo Park draws praise for its cocktails, burgers and happy hour, with one commenter calling the Fresh Burger superior to the namesake Lowburger and another naming the Freshburger their favorite. One commenter highlights a shot-and-beer special, and another recommends the seasonal Jell-O shot. One visitor who went solo said the bar was not for them, and another commenter said they would not want to be there alone.

Echo Park

11 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

Golden Gopher draws downtown recommendations for its older saloon character. One visitor likes the rough-edged glamour, another recommends beer and spirits, and a further commenter mentions a pool table. Opinions differ on its atmosphere: one sees a modern bar rather than a dive, while another finds the crowd too bro-heavy. It suits some neighborhood bar crawls better than a search for an untouched dive.

Downtown La

11 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Mermaid is a Little Tokyo pick for a playful dive-bar atmosphere. One patron likes the balance between kitsch and informality, while another enjoys the themed room and cocktails. Several recommend stopping in for drinks near other downtown destinations. One visitor finds the unusually tall stools uncomfortable, a practical caveat to the otherwise favorable descriptions.

Little Tokyo

11 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Cinema Bar earns repeated Culver City recommendations for its old-school dive feel and live music. One visitor describes a small room with a larger rear patio and fish tank; other commenters also mention the patio and music. One patron praises a dry martini, and another recommends the friendly crowd.

Culver City

11 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

The Drawing Room earns Los Feliz recommendations for a bare-bones dive-bar feel. One visitor likes the windowless room and varied jukebox selection; another recommends it for conversations with strangers. A patron still enjoys it despite finding the crowd trendier than before. One commenter thinks other nearby bars are more genuinely dive-like, while another defends its low-price reputation. The disagreement is about character and value rather than a universally polished experience.

Los Feliz

11 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Short Stop is an Echo Park pick for dancing and an informal bar night. One commenter prefers its rougher, dance-oriented feel to nearby options; another suggests combining it with Melody Lounge. A visitor notes that game nights can change the atmosphere. A dissenting patron found the crowd too young and intoxicated, so the scene matters as much as the bar itself.

Echo Park

10 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

Akbar is repeatedly recommended for a welcoming gay-bar atmosphere in Silver Lake. One visitor praises the music and freedom to dance casually, while another describes a mix of longtime regulars and newcomers. Several commenters note that gay men form much of the crowd, despite sapphic patrons and occasional sapphic events. One visitor preferred its diversity to the West Hollywood scene.

Silver Lake

10 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Walt's in Eagle Rock draws recommendations for a casual neighborhood-bar atmosphere. One commenter highlights pinball and hot dogs, while another finds it especially easy to strike up conversations with strangers. A further visitor recommends the relaxed crowd as an alternative to nearby Capri Club. One patron's caveat is the beer-and-wine focus rather than a full cocktail bar.

Eagle Rock

10 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Irish Times in Palms draws recommendations for a traditional pub experience. Several suggest it for Guinness, though one visitor thinks the pour is only average. A patron praises the food and describes challenging trivia nights; another calls it a favorite. It also comes up as a Bears-fan gathering place.

Palms

10 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Recommendations for Barney's Beanery span its LA outlets, including the explicitly recommended West Hollywood original. A visitor calls that branch a neighborhood sports-bar staple with good food. Another commenter, without naming an outlet, likes the tap choices, screens, pool and Irish Nachos. A further patron likes the bar but objects to a late-evening cover charge. Those unspecified experiences should not be assumed to describe every branch.

West Hollywood

10 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/SantaMonica

Chez Jay is repeatedly recommended as a Santa Monica bar with character. One patron finds the front bar surprisingly dive-like, another enjoys the backyard for daytime drinks, and a further commenter likes its nautical atmosphere. Caveats include an older crowd and prices that one visitor considers decidedly above cheap-dive territory.

Santa Monica

10 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Benny Boy Brewing earns recommendations for a Lincoln Heights beer-and-cider outing. One commenter enjoys the brewery and separate cider-house arrangement, another praises the variety and layout, and others call it a favorite. Patrons mention the patio, beer garden, events and food pop-ups. Those descriptions make the space as much of the draw as the drinks.

Lincoln Heights

10 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Black Cat is a Silver Lake bar on Sunset Blvd that people list among the neighborhood's options for a night out, with one calling it a good place to start an evening and another describing it as fun for bar-hopping. One patron says it is their favorite, and another mentions cool shirts and merch along with good food and drinks. It is also noted as sitting within a couple of blocks of other bars.

Silver Lake

10 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Everson Royce Bar draws recommendations for both drinks and food in the downtown warehouse district. Two commenters particularly enjoy the patio, while burgers receive repeated praise alongside fries and biscuits. One patron calls the atmosphere relaxed, and others favor the drinks. The strongest recurring case is a beer or cocktail with bar food.

Arts District

10 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Backstage draws Culver City recommendations for an unpretentious bar night and karaoke. One visitor describes a notably dark room; two commenters highlight karaoke, with one suggesting early sign-up. Opinions on value and atmosphere differ: one finds the cocktails poor but inexpensive enough to consider returning, and another disputes its genuine-dive credentials.

Culver City

10 people recommend, 2 warn against itcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Father's Office recommendations span its LA outlets, including the explicitly named Culver City branch. Commenters repeatedly favor the beer and burger combination, with one also praising sweet potato fries. A patron discussing the downtown outlet reports positive visits, while another disagrees after a disappointing experience without naming a branch. One visitor warns of high prices, and another feels the quality has declined. Those experiences should not all be assumed to describe Culver City.

Culver City

9 people recommendvia r/SantaMonica, r/AskLosAngeles

Jameson's recommendations span its LA pubs, including the Main Street Santa Monica branch, which one commenter recommends for happy hour. Other patrons praise happy hour and generous pours at the Hollywood outlet, while Culver City comes up for Saints fans. A Santa Monica commenter considers the crowd a match for a dive-bar request but suspects prices rise at busy times. Experiences at Hollywood or Culver City should not be assumed to describe Santa Monica.

Santa Monica

9 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/SantaMonica

The Gas Lite is repeatedly recommended for karaoke in Santa Monica. One patron considers it an exceptional dive, and another fondly recalls singalongs, line dancing and inexpensive well drinks. A dissenting note is that the fun can be inconsistent; one visitor describes a more local crowd. It is a singing-centered choice rather than a quiet place to talk.

Santa Monica

9 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Drugstore Cowboy draws Silver Lake recommendations for sports and pool. Two commenters suggest it for playing pool, while football fans name it for Lions and Eagles gatherings; one describes fans using both the interior and beer garden when games overlap. One visitor praises the food and treatment of the building, and another likes the general atmosphere. It is a sports-oriented option rather than a quiet lounge.

Silver Lake

9 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

General Lee's is a Chinatown bar that people recommend, with one patron saying they rarely have a bad night there. A visitor describes it as a cool spot with two dance floors, and another was surprised by how many people their own age showed up on a recent visit. One commenter calls a Mahjong night there fun, though notes it can get a bit crowded.

Chinatown

9 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Homage Brewing earns repeated beer recommendations, with the Chinatown taproom explicitly discussed. One visitor praises the saisons and DJ atmosphere, and others rank the brewery highly. Two commenters favor the burgers, including one who narrowly prefers them to Highland Park Brewery's. That same visitor favors Highland Park's drink selection, preserving a useful food-versus-beer distinction.

Chinatown

9 people recommend, 1 warns against itcounted across its outletsvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Hi Tops recommendations include multiple LA branches; the Los Feliz outlet is explicitly discussed for sapphic events and watching Angel City FC. Commenters mention Personal Best and a lesbian-friendly daytime crowd there. Food value divides visitors: one regular likes the discounted wings despite their size, while another considers them far too small. Those wing comments concern the Vermont Avenue branch.

Los Feliz

9 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

The Semi-Tropic draws Echo Park recommendations for cocktails and an atmospheric room. One visitor particularly likes the couches, lighting and unusual warm drinks, and another finds it a friendly option for a less male-dominated bar scene. It is not unanimous: one patron considers it underwhelming, and another withdraws a recommendation after hearing it would not suit the visit being discussed.

Echo Park

8 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

The Prince draws Koreatown recommendations for its vintage lounge character, with one visitor admiring the old-Hollywood feel and another describing red booths. Food divides opinions: one finds it overrated, while another values the shareable Korean dishes as an accompaniment to drinks rather than a destination meal. A patron suggests weekdays for a calmer visit and warns of weekend crowds.

Koreatown

8 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, X

Good Times at Davey Wayne's draws Hollywood recommendations for a lively bar night. One returning visitor particularly enjoys the live musicians. Another likes it only when the Thursday band is worthwhile. A commenter describes a younger but mixed crowd, and a further patron also suggests it for younger nightlife crowds.

Hollywood

8 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Cha Cha Lounge draws recommendations for a lively Silver Lake bar night. One commenter points to foosball and Mexican-inspired decor, while another mentions raised booths. A visitor enjoyed a weekday visit but was unsure about quietly drawing there. One fan warns of busy weekends, so it is not a straightforward quiet-bar recommendation.

Silver Lake

8 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Auld Fella's Culver City pub draws praise for Guinness and food. One visitor enjoys the patio and live music, while others favor the fish and chips or fries. A commenter considers it the strongest local Irish-pub option but finds the food expensive. This is a food-and-pub recommendation, not a promise of bargain pricing.

Culver City

8 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Vandell draws enthusiastic cocktail recommendations in Los Feliz. Two commenters single out the smoked tomato drink, and one also praises an olive-forward dirty martini. A returning patron likes visiting earlier in the week to avoid crowds. Another values it as a standalone bar rather than a restaurant cocktail program.

8 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

Monkish earns brewery-wide recommendations. One commenter suggests the Echo Park taproom for pregame beers near the stadium. Other fans praise the brewery's beer, including hazy IPAs and Belgian styles, without naming a location. Their beer preferences should not be read as an Echo Park tap list.

Echo Park

8 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Dan Sung Sa draws Koreatown recommendations as a Korean tavern for drinks and skewers. One patron enjoys the packed, noisy setting for eating and socializing, while another highlights its wooden interior. A visitor describes good-value skewers alongside alcohol, and a further fan warns of long weekend lines. Expect the convivial-tavern appeal in those accounts, not a quiet lounge.

Koreatown

8 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

The Wolves earns repeated praise for downtown cocktails and a distinctive interior. One visitor describes French-period styling and vintage glassware; another admires the mostly wooden room. Several commenters favor the food alongside the drinks. One patron also describes meeting locals when visiting alone.

Downtown La

8 people recommendvia r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Broken Compass is repeatedly recommended for a Burbank tiki outing with food. One patron praises well-balanced drinks, slushies and the Painkiller, while another values the varied food selection. A further fan enjoys the happy hour. One commenter places it behind a preferred tiki option and notes a higher price point, so it should not be treated as the default budget choice.

Burbank

8 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Idle Hour draws North Hollywood recommendations for an unusual setting and a relaxed bar visit. Two commenters highlight the giant barrel-shaped building or its iconic character. Another finds it low-key and enjoyable, and one patron tries to attend its fantasy-themed parties. Event descriptions are accounts of past visits rather than a current schedule.

North Hollywood

8 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Red Lion Tavern is repeatedly recommended for a German-pub outing on Glendale Boulevard. One commenter highlights the patio and pretzels, while another especially enjoys pitchers of German beer. A further patron recalls relatively inexpensive mixed drinks. The strongest case is a characterful pub and outdoor setting, not a cocktail-focused evening.

Silver Lake

8 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Crawford's draws recommendations for a small neighborhood-bar feel and fried chicken. One visitor enjoys going alone because conversations come easily and the pool table is approachable. Another praises inexpensive beer, the atmosphere and sweet potato waffle fries. The common appeal is an informal place for beer and food.

Westlake

8 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

Precinct draws downtown recommendations for an accepting, diverse LGBTQ bar atmosphere. Several commenters prefer it to the West Hollywood scene, and one describes feeling particularly included. Another visitor praises the drinks, food and themed nights. The recurring appeal is the mix of people and a feeling of inclusion.

Downtown La

8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

The Hermosillo is recommended for a Highland Park beer-and-wine outing. One patron enjoys the large outdoor area, and another prefers its atmosphere to Highland Park Brewery's Chinatown taproom. A visitor favors the smashburger, while another mentions Pliny on tap. One dissenting patron says large groups and children have made it less relaxed than before, which tempers the quiet-hangout appeal.

Highland Park

7 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Club Tee Gee draws Atwater recommendations for events and an informal bar atmosphere. Two commenters especially enjoy the country nights, and another praises a comedy show attended with friends. One visitor finds it reminiscent of Wisconsin, while another only tentatively suggests it as a Midwest-style fit. A patron describes quieter early evenings but bigger crowds later, and another notes the large patio and dark interior.

Atwater

7 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Zebulon draws recommendations for dancing, live music and its patio in Frogtown. One patron enjoyed a Soul Shakedown night, while another likes the option of dancing inside and talking outside on weekends. A concertgoer likes the patio but only tentatively suggests it for a quieter visit. Another commenter likes the music while expressing reservations about the crowd; it is not a blanket recommendation for a calm evening.

Frogtown

7 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Capri Club draws Eagle Rock recommendations for cocktails and a lively bar atmosphere. One commenter praises the drinks and considers the food decent, while another describes an older crowd than some neighboring nightlife options. A further patron suggests it as the full-bar alternative to nearby Walt's. The case is a cocktail-led outing rather than a food destination.

Eagle Rock

7 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Scarlet Lady Saloon draws Culver City recommendations for an unpretentious dive-bar visit. One patron praises strong drinks and a diverse crowd, mentioning karaoke and pool tables. Another commenter prefers its rougher dive character to nearby alternatives. It also comes up as a Saints-fan spot, but that is a reported gathering pattern rather than a guarantee about every game.

Culver City

7 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Melrose Umbrella Co is repeatedly named as a favorite LA bar. One commenter suggests it for a fireplace and cozy atmosphere, while another enthusiastically endorses it after discussing a cashew-based drink there. A further patron agrees with the recommendation alongside nearby bar suggestions.

7 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

The Thirsty Crow draws Silver Lake recommendations for whiskey and atmosphere. One patron favors the whiskey selection and interior, while another enjoyed a relaxed visit with a younger crowd. A commenter likes the DJs but warns it does not meet a quiet-bar brief. One visitor advises skipping it, so the setting will not work equally well for everyone.

Silver Lake

7 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Boardner's draws Hollywood recommendations for an older-school bar atmosphere. One visitor praises the value of the happy-hour food, and another likes the burger at the bar. A commenter values its long-standing character, while another disputes the dive-bar label. Separate Bar Sinister dance events should not be confused with the ordinary bar experience.

Hollywood

7 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Bar Lis draws Hollywood recommendations for a rooftop outing with jazz. Three commenters suggest its jazz nights; one of them also highlights the city view and dressed-up, mixed-age crowd. One visitor found the evening crowd disappointing. The appeal therefore depends on the atmosphere sought, not just the rooftop setting.

Hollywood

7 people recommend, 2 warn against itcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

33 Taps recommendations span LA outlets, including the explicitly discussed Culver City branch. One visitor there found the chicken dry, while a regular endorses that branch. The Silver Lake branch is separately praised for happy hour and named for Packers gatherings; Culver City is also mentioned by Packers fans. More general comments favor the beer and game-watching but describe ordinary bar food and competition for tables during major events. Branch-specific experiences are not interchangeable.

Culver City

7 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Bar Flores draws Echo Park recommendations for a cantina-style outing. One visitor likes the patio, while another explicitly enjoys the bar. It appears in several neighborhood drinking itineraries. Solo suitability divides opinions: one visitor found it unsuitable alone, another would not choose it for a solo visit, and a commenter describes a mixed queer-and-couples crowd.

Echo Park

6 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

The Redwood Bar & Grill draws downtown recommendations for a rock-oriented dive-bar visit. One patron especially values the rock-and-roll character, and another mentions occasional live bands. A visitor considers it decent but too small for a larger gathering. It suits an informal bar night better than an assumption of ample event space.

Downtown La

6 people recommendvia r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Boomtown Brewery draws downtown recommendations for beer and watching games with other fans. One visitor enjoyed a crowded Mexico match, while others suggested it for World Cup gatherings. A commenter describes a regular Patriots-watching group but explicitly stops short of calling it a dedicated Patriots bar. Those accounts describe particular gatherings, not a current event schedule.

Downtown

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

The Normandie Club draws Koreatown recommendations for cocktails and a low-lit room. One patron praises a coconut-washed bourbon drink, another likes the distinctive selection, and one account particularly praises the martini. A repeat visitor finds it relaxed early but increasingly crowded and loud later. A dissenting commenter considers it less impressive than it used to be, though still acceptable.

6 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

Bar Stella draws Silver Lake recommendations for drinks around a night out near Sunset Junction. One commenter describes a French-inspired bar, another suggests it for a nightcap after dinner, and a further patron likes it on some nights. Commenters also pair it with other bars within a short walk.

Silver Lake

6 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

The Let's Go draws Arts District recommendations for dancing and drinks. Two visitors describe an older crowd, with one placing most patrons in their thirties and forties. One particularly enjoys the disco-leaning music and large bar, while another recommends it for meeting people on the dance floor. A further commenter includes it among LA bars with good drinks.

6 people recommendvia r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

The Rendition Room draws Studio City recommendations for cocktails. One patron especially likes the old fashioneds and atmosphere, while another recommends it to cocktail enthusiasts. A visitor suggests quieter off-hours, and other commenters also nominate it for old fashioneds.

Studio City

6 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

Untamed Spirits is repeatedly recommended as a Silver Lake women's-sports bar with a lesbian-leaning crowd. Several commenters highlight social events, and one particularly enjoys the food and atmosphere. Commenters mention a daytime party among the options. Those are accounts of the venue and past events, not assurances about a current calendar or a particular crowd.

Silver Lake

6 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

La Cuevita draws Highland Park recommendations for cocktails and happy hour. Two commenters favor the value, with one also praising a daiquiri and the well-liquor selection. Another likes the music, and a further visitor recommends the old fashioned. Those reports support a drinks-led visit without promising current deals, menus or serving hours.

Highland Park

6 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/SantaMonica

Ye Olde King's Head is a Santa Monica pub recommended in discussions of solo drinking, local dive alternatives and places to watch soccer. One commenter specifically praises the Guinness pour; another suggests it for darts. It offers a traditional pub alternative to the cocktail-bar picks on this map.

Santa Monica

6 people recommendvia r/SantaMonica, r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Misfit draws Santa Monica recommendations for daytime drinks and happy hour. One visitor calls it a regular daytime choice. Another enjoys the cocktails, fried chicken sandwich and cookie after the meal. A further patron repeatedly praises the happy hour, and other commenters list the bar among their favorites.

Santa Monica

6 people recommendcounted across its outletsvia r/AskLosAngeles

Blind Barber recommendations span LA branches, including the explicitly named Highland Park outlet. One patron visits that branch for DJs, and another recommends a musical event there. A further visitor remembers a fun night without naming the branch, while another unspecified-location visitor praises grilled cheese. Those branch-specific experiences should not be read as claims about every outlet.

Highland Park

6 people recommendvia r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Monte Carlo Bar at Third and Vermont draws recommendations for a genuinely unpolished dive-bar experience. One former neighbor remembers enjoying a beer and shot after work, and other commenters favor its dive character over more polished alternatives. A regular also recommends it. These are character judgments, not a claim about its current prices or opening days.

3rd and Vermont

6 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/LosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Bigfoot Lodge recommendations span its east and west locations, including the explicitly named Atwater original. One commenter distinguishes the quirky east room from the westside branch and likes both. A visitor suggests it for a date, while another warns of loud Saturday nights. Crowd reports vary, including one patron who found a visit sparse. Those unspecified-branch experiences should not be assumed to describe the Atwater room.

6 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

The Roost draws Atwater recommendations for a small, dark bar with Thai food. One visitor likes its unusual sports-bar character, while another enjoys the food-and-drinks combination. Value divides opinion: one commenter considers the drinks reasonable, but two find the prices high for a dive-style venue. That disagreement matters more than the dive label alone.

Atwater

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

Death & Co draws downtown cocktail recommendations, with one visitor describing a dark, speakeasy-like room and expensive but excellent drinks. Others list it among their favorites. The praise has limits: one patron finds some cocktails inconsistent, while another thinks a basic old fashioned misses what makes the visit worthwhile.

Downtown La

5 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Good Housekeeping draws Highland Park recommendations as a place for drinks around dinner nearby. A regular enjoys stopping in before or after a meal, and another commenter names it as a favorite for going out alone. One visitor likes the speakeasy-style room but finds the cocktails expensive, preferring a single pre-dinner drink rather than a long stay.

Highland Park

5 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

Bar Lubitsch draws West Hollywood recommendations for a night out, with one patron suggesting it as a later stop. Another enjoys returning whenever they remember it, and two commenters recommend it in a discussion of reading alone at Hollywood-area bars. Those suggestions cover different kinds of visits, from an early solo drink to a later night out.

West Hollywood

5 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

The Rhythm Room draws downtown recommendations for drinks and music. One visitor likes the bands, another makes a point of returning when downtown, and a further commenter praises the drinks and pool tables. That visitor considers the food decent rather than upscale.

Downtown La

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

The Roger Room is recommended for cocktails near Largo on La Cienega. One patron describes a small room with excellent drinks. Another likes it but warns that it can fill up after a strong Largo show. The appeal is a compact cocktail-bar visit, with timing worth considering around the neighboring venue.

Beverly Grove

5 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

The Slipper Clutch draws downtown recommendations for an informal beer stop. One visitor enjoys it but finds the music loud, and another calls it a favorite. A commenter mentions the adjoining front bar as an alternative when the volume is too much. It suits a lively bar night better than an assumption of quiet conversation.

Downtown La

5 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

Crane's draws downtown recommendations on Spring Street. Two commenters describe opportunities to chat with other patrons: one says strangers are sometimes willing to talk, while another enjoys the mix of industry workers and professionals. Other patrons also suggest it for a neighborhood bar visit.

Downtown La

5 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Liberties is recommended for a Guinness on Wilshire. Several commenters suggest it in a discussion of the pour, and one calls the pub notably well presented. Another visitor favors the burger alongside solid drinks.

Wilshire

5 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

Prime Time Pub draws East Hollywood recommendations for its dive-bar character. Two commenters describe it as a karaoke dive, while another considers it less affected by trendy crowds than nearby alternatives. A further patron calls it a genuine dive in contrast to more polished neighborhood bars.

East Hollywood

5 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

The Grant draws Glassell Park recommendations for a cocktail around dinner nearby. Two commenters suggest stopping in while waiting for a table or after a meal, and others name it as a good neighborhood choice. The case is a convenient cocktail stop rather than a claim about an extensive menu or a specific house specialty.

Glassell Park

5 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/AskLosAngeles

Perch draws downtown recommendations for views and a drinks-led date. One patron particularly likes the sunset setting, while another considers the view much stronger than the food and drinks. Crowd opinions differ: one visitor finds it older, another sees a mixed crowd but dislikes the photo-taking scene. A further commenter says the atmosphere does not match the particular theme they wanted.

Downtown La

5 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/AskLosAngeles

The Garage in Palms comes up chiefly as a place to watch football with fellow fans. Commenters name Eagles, Patriots and 49ers gatherings, with one describing a substantial Patriots turnout and another reporting repeated 49ers visits. A commenter disputes its identification as a Bills bar.

Palms

5 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/LosAngeles

The Morrison on Los Feliz Boulevard draws recommendations for watching a game and having a drink. One commenter likes the happy hour with a burger, while another includes it among solid bar options. A visitor who tried it recently did not understand the enthusiasm. References to Los Feliz and Atwater concern this same boulevard location, not verified separate branches.

Atwater Village