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The Gilbert Pérez Bar, From the Team Behind Daisy Margarita, Plans an Immersive, Story-Driven Cocktail Experience with a Strict No-Phone Policy.
A Local Publication Has Selected a Handful of Establishments, From Cocktail Bars to a Coffee Destination, as Top Places for Drinks in the City This Year.
Dante Beverly Hills, an Outpost of an Acclaimed New York City Cocktail Bar, Offers a Unique Drink Menu and a Luxurious Ninth-Floor Setting.
The Main Street Spot, Known for Its Lively Atmosphere and Inventive Menu, Was Recognized Among the Best New Cocktail Bars in the U.s.
From Old Hollywood Hideaways to Historic Hotels, These Local Spots Are Known for Their Storied Pasts and Spectral Residents.
The Horror-Themed Event, Created by Industry Veterans Erin Hayes and Kelsey Ramage, Brings Its Spooky Decor and Unique Drinks Back to Beverly Grove, with Another Outpost in Long Beach.
Armin Van Buuren’s Long-Running Trance Brand Will Celebrate Its 25th Anniversary with a Multi-Day Event and a Dedicated Hotel Experience at Ace*mission Studios.
The Main Street Landmark Will Be Replaced by a Private Members Club Featuring a Pool and Wellness Amenities, According to City Records.
After Three Years of Creating an Underground Haven for Community and Self-Expression, the Unique Party Is Struggling with Rising Costs.
As Halloween Approaches, Some of Southern California's Classic Establishments Reportedly Host Lingering Specters Alongside Their Patrons.
From Storied Returns to Hidden Speakeasies and Dedicated Craft Beer Havens, the City's Drinking Establishments Offer a Diverse Range for Locals and Visitors Alike.
Chef Josh Skenes' Newest Establishment Has Quickly Garnered Recognition for Its Distinct Drinks Menu and Generous, Puffy-Crust Pizzas.
Six Individuals Sustained Minor Injuries From Thrown Glass Bottles During the Splash House Music Celebration at the Palm Springs Air Museum Last Month.
Long Known for Inspiring Famous Writers, the East Hollywood Bikini Bar Is Increasingly a Platform for Its Performers' Own Creative Works.
The Team Behind Gold Line Has Opened a New Establishment in Highland Park, Offering a More Subdued Atmosphere Alongside an Inventive Cocktail Program.
The Iconic S.s. Friendship Bar, a Fixture Since the 1930s, Has Been Revitalized as a Neighborhood Gathering Place.
From Upscale Speakeasies to Beloved Dive Bars, San Diego Maintains Its Reputation for Both Progressive Cocktail Culture and Thriving Traditional Spots.
A Sprawling New Establishment in Hollywood Combines Dozens of Screens for Game-Watching with an Elevated Menu Crafted by a James Beard Award-Winning Chef.
Long Known as a Haunt for L.a. Writers, the Bikini Bar's Performers Are Now Taking up the Pen to Tell Their Own Tales.
Behind a Secret Bookcase, the Historic Cinegrill Theater Now Hosts an Adults-Only Alice in Wonderland Experience Alongside a New Film Series.
From Hidden Speakeasies in Malls to Returning Historical Venues and Established Craft Beer Havens, the City Offers a Range of Drinking Experiences.
New Partners Chef Vinh Nguyen and Gary Wang Have Updated the Historic Bar's Interior and Menu, Transforming It Into a Contemporary Dining and Event Space.
The City Continues to Balance Its Progressive Cocktail Culture with a Robust Collection of Classic Dive Bars and New Additions Like Ponyboy and Nómade.
A New 94-Seat Music Venue and Restaurant, Led by a Chef Formerly of a Michelin-Starred Beverly Hills Establishment, Is Set to Open Before Year-End.
