Still one of the most happening in the city, the rather pricey, exclusive Bar Centro is known for their custom gin & tonics, cotton candy mojitos, and other creative sippers. Read more.
Boasting sweet views of Downtown, the rooftop bar at the Ace Hotel comes with a better than average set of cocktails. The crowd seems to be one that's usually more than eager to party and mingle. Read more.
A simple, yet rather whimsical place to grab a drink, Pot Bar has the most unusual acocktails ever found in the hotel bar. Think uni, seaweed, and natto as flavors that one might find in a drink here. Read more.
The rooftop bar's stunning views in the heart of Downtown makes it a fun place to revel and sip on drinks. The music's always great too. Read more.
The seasonal produce-driven cocktail menu is now put together by Rob Floyd. The same vegetal/fruit-forward menu is offered, but a little more on the theatrical side. Read more.
The fare is excellent on the whole, especially the burger, and the drinks are probably going to be better than the average vodka-soda place. Read more.
Don Draper might not actually be in the corner, or at the end of this bar after a long night, but he probably would if Mr. C was around in the 60's. A replica of a classy Mid-Century establishment. Read more.
Just beyond the main lobby (and the smallish bar inside that lobby), Skybar is a quintessential L.A. experience, with pleasant views of Mid-City and Downtown in an open bungalow-like perch. Read more.
Relish in the refinements, a gentlemanly spot with plush seating, plenty of scotches to choose from, and a wide fireplace to feel like a sophisticated person. Suit and tie, or cocktail dress optional. Read more.
This Moroccan-themed hotel has all the over-the-top decor one might expect, but in an unlikely location in South Park. A swell place to get a drink before or after a show or ballgame. Read more.
An ultra-luxurious kind of place to grab a drink or hang out for a bit, the bar here features modern furniture, classy black & white photographs, and handcraft cocktails like a bespoke Negroni. Read more.
Long established as a place to see and be seen, the service is definitely one of the reasons to hang out here. The drinks are more than respectable, but most people are going to order vodka anyway. Read more.
A classy lounge that almost doubles as an upscale beer bar, this is the place to be if you're ever in Pasadena. The cocktails and brews are more than respectable, if a bit on the pricey side.
The Living Room is easily one of the first places that pop into peoples' minds when looking for a spot to meet up in Santa Monica. The beach house-like spot has unbeatable views. Read more.
A convivial place to meet in more pedestrian downtown Culver City, the lobby is always a happening spot on the weekends, when diners and imbibers hit Culver Blvd with a fury. Read more.
The open-air rooftop lounge at the Shangri-La is a classic place for daytime or nighttime debauchery, with an unbeatable view of the ocean and sunset. Read more.
Though well-known as a cougar hangout, sidebar, can still be an excellent place to grab a cocktail like an Aviation or Samurai Sword, which touts 12-year Japanese whiskey, honey, and ginger. Read more.
For the mid-century modern fan, Cameo Bar is the place to be. It's hard not to imagine a scene from Mad Men taking place here. Cabanas are a good place if you're into some more privacy. Read more.
The crazy colors and more high-energy vibe is probably better suited to a younger crowd. There's also some tasty bites by chef Dakota Weiss, if you're hungry. Read more.
A sexy, modern lounge with a new drink menu by Matthew Biancaniello, the red, black and white interior that was once the Stone Rose Lounge still has that panache. Read more.
Definitely the place to dawn a suit or evening dress and sip on cognac or champagne, the Old World grandeur of the place is a refreshing change of pace. Try something from the Manhattan menu, too. Read more.
Tucked onto the 2nd floor, this lounge is a great place to escape from the bustle of Hollywood. With plenty of plush leather seating and furniture, it's a good place to catch a breath & and drink. Read more.
Solid tunes and a mingle-friendly atmosphere that works well as a launching point for the rest of a night out in Hollywood. Read more.
