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LA flower shops are open for curbside pick up and delivery! Bring a cheerful breath of spring into your home with some fresh cut blooms! A colorful floral display is the perfect accent piece, creating a vibrant focal point for your tabletop, desk, or counter. Add an unexpected pop of color to a living room corner. Cheer up your kitchen with a hanging basket bouquet. Or indulge yourself with a vase full of tulips at your bedside. Check florist websites for curbside pick up and delivery details.
Dewy Flowers The Original Farmers Market 6333 West 3rd St. #624-p Los Angeles, CA 90036
Established in 2011, Dewy Flowers specializes in terrarium plants, as well as fresh cut flowers. Known for their small cacti gardens and succulent arrangements, each display is meticulously handmade, using the best horticulture practices. The arrangements come in various sizes and shapes, with custom orders available. Free delivery in LA. Text, call or email to order.
WildFlora The Original Farmers Market 6333 W 3rd St. #708, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Owned and operated by brother and sister duo Alexandra and Mike Scholtz, WildFlora specializes in stunning floral arrangements while also offering a wide variety of plants, gifts and home decor.Their mission is to offer floral designs, plants, terrariums, and environmentally friendly products, all keeping the ecosystem in mind. The shop is currently closed, but they offer curb-side pickup and deliveries.
Los Angelesl Flower District 766 Wall Street, Los Angeles, California 90014
The Los Angeles Flower District includes both The Original Los Angeles Flower Market, The Southern California Flower Market, and approximately 200 adjacent wholesale and retail floral businesses, shops, malls and marts within the surrounding six-block area. Established nearly 100 years ago, the Los Angeles Flower District has grown to become the single largest and most successful wholesale floral district in the entire United States.
The Original Los Angeles Flower Market 754 Wall St. (between 7th and 8th) Los Angeles, CA 90014
Located in the heart of the Los Angeles Flower District, The Original Los Angeles Flower Market is an expansive indoor floral marketplace that’s open to both the trade and the general public. Virtually every in-season, commercially sold variety of cut flower is available here from growers all over the globe. The selection, quality, and pricees are quite remarkable for floral industry professionals and consumers alike. The Original Los Angeles Flower Market is open to the public and wholesale. Please see hours of operation for more information.
La Fleur by Tracy 3453 W 8th St. Los Angeles, CA 90005
With over 28 years experience as a floral designer, La Fleur by Tracy specializes in weddings and special events, but the arrangements are so lovely, you'll want to take one home! Treat yourself to the Tulips Pink & Cymbidium Orchids bouquet – a picture perfect vision in pink and white! To schedule a personal consultation or order for delivery call (213) 487-6487 or email [email protected]
Gaju Flower 450 S Western Ave. #215a Los Angeles, CA 90020
Guji Flower is a small unique shop offering custom floral designs and arrangements for all occasions, served with a personal touch. In addition to flowers, Gaju also presents an array of small cacti, succulents, and mini dried bouquets, ready to purchase.
Angie's Flowers 3435 Wilshire Blvd #110 Los Angeles, CA 90010
Angie's Flowers is a full-service, locally owned shop offering floral arrangements in a range of styles, along with gifts and plants. We love their Blooming Garden Basket – a sweet, bright flurry of colorful fresh plants to brighten your home or send as a special gift. Purple African violet, yellow rose plant, pink azalea, hypoestes and ivy plants are all nestled in a round basket with handle for a charming display.
Photo credits:
Photo #1: WildFlora
Photo #2: Dewy Flowers
Photo #3: WildFlora
Photo #4: Los Angelesl Flower District
Photo #5: The Original Los Angeles Flower Market
Photo #6: La Fleur by Tracy
Photo #7: Gaju Flower
Photo #8: Angie's Flowers
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Los Angeles is home to some of the world's greatest cultural insitutions – and now you can enjoy them in the comfort of your own home! Virtually visit your favorite museums, listen to LA Opera@Home, tour architectural icons like the Gamble House and Hollyhock House, and hear LA Phil's Gustavo Dudamel broadcasting live from his own home! Spending more time in doesn't mean missing out – when you can virtually experience LA's greatest cultural institutions at home!
To access your virtual experiences, tap or click on each institution's name which appears in bold below. Enjoy!
Huntington Botanical Gardens Virtual Tours
Locate and learn about thousands of flowers, plants, and trees in over 120 acres of stunning gardens with The Huntington Botanical Gardens botanical collections virtual tours. Tours include the Rose Garden, Chinese Garden, Camellia Collections, Japanese Garden, Conservatory, Dinosaur Plants, Mediterranean Plants, and Children's Tour. Each tour is chock full of gorgeous photos, detailed docent narratives, maps, and site plans.
Take a virtual tour of the The Gamble House courtesy of Curbed LA. The Gamble House in Pasadena is an outstanding example of American Arts and Crafts style architecture. The house and furnishings were designed by architects Charles and Henry Greene in 1908 for David and Mary Gamble of the Procter & Gamble Company. The house, designated a National Historic Landmark in 1978, is owned by the City of Pasadena and operated by the University of Southern California. More images of The Gamble House can be viewed in the Greene & Greene Virtual Archives.
The J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Center features works of art dating from the eighth through the twenty-first century, showcased against a backdrop of dramatic architecture, tranquil gardens, and breathtaking views of Los Angeles. The collection includes European paintings, drawings, sculpture, illuminated manuscripts, decorative arts, and European, Asian, and American photographs.
The newly renovated Frank Llyod Wright masterpiece, Hollyhock House, was recently named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This virtual tour explores the building's exterior and interior, with pop up notes and optional audio narration by a docent. The virtual tour was originally developed as a Virtual Accessability Expderience (VAE) to increase access to the monument, and to create immersive and inclusive experiences for visitors of all abilities.
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is the largest art museum in the western United States. A museum of international stature as well as a vital part of Southern California, LACMA shares its vast collections through exhibitions, public programs, and research facilities that attract over a million visitors annually. LACMA's collections encompass the geographic world and virtually the entire history of art. Among the museum's specialties are its holdings of Asian art, Latin American art, and Islamic art, of which LACMA hosts one of the most significant collections in the world. LACMA is now offering LACMA @Home on its website.
The FIDM Museum and Library collects, preserves, and interprets fashion objects and support materials with outstanding design merit. It fosters student learning, public engagement, and recognition of the creative arts and entertainment industries by providing access to the collections through exhibitions, publications, and other research opportunities. The collections of the FIDM Museum & Galleries span more than 200 years of fashion history. From Parisian haute couture to iconic film costumes and one-of-a-kind accessories, the collections offer a comprehensive overview of fashion’s key moments and most important tastemakers.
Opera is bigger than just a stage – that's why LA Opera is bringing it directly into your home. Enjoy all kinds of opera from the comfort of your couch, regardless of your previous experience or knowledge of opera. Whether it's live Living Room Recitals, broadcasts of old performances, or how-to's with some of your favorite artists, there are a ton of ways you can #LAOAtHome.
Gustavo Dudemel has partnered with KUSC in Los Angeles and KDFC in San Francisco on a new radio show that he's recording in his home. Tune in Tuesday-Friday at 6pm and Sunday at 7pm to hear Gustavo Dudamel's broadcast on KUSC and KDFC, both on the air and online. You can also explore LA Phil's archves online including videos, music, podcasts, interviews, and more.
While The Broad may be temporarily closed, they're still committed to inspiring and fostering an appreciation of contemporary art. Through their new digital initiatives, they are offering ways to experience #TheBroadFromHome. Find inspiration through music, videos, poetry, and conversations (from a distance!). Check out the Infine Drone Series, a new, contemplative way of experiencing The Broad’s most popular artwork, Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrored Room—The Souls of Millions of Light Years Away.
The GRAMMY Museum Exhibits at Home and Programs at Home allow you to access exhibits and watch conversations with musicians and industry professionals from their archives. The GRAMMY Museum seeks to educate and inspire all Museum visitors and members as to the enduring qualities and cultural significance of all genres of music.
Discover art spanning five centuries at USC Fisher Museum of Art, the first museum established in the city of Los Angeles that was opened as an art museum, and remains solely dedicated to the exhibition and collection of fine art. Founded in 1939 by Elizabeth Holmes Fisher and accredited by the American Association of Museums, the museum houses a permanent collection of some 1,800 objects including 19th century American landscapes; 16th and 17th century Northern European paintings; 18th century British portraiture; and 19th century French Barbizon paintings, as well as 20th century works on paper, paintings and sculpture and features exhibitions of local, international, and emerging artists.
Photo credits:
Photo #1: The Gamble House
Photo #2: The Huntington Botanical Gardens
Photo #3: Tim Streetporter / The Gamble House
Photo #4: The J. Paul Getty Museum
Photo #5: Hollyhock House
Photo #6: LACMA
Photo #7: FIDM Museum & Galleries
Photo #8: LA Opera
Photo #9: LA Phil
Photo #10: The Broad
Photo #11: GRAMMY Museum
Photo #12: USC Fisher Museum of Art
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There's something about Valentine's Day that brings out the romantic in all of us! February 14 first became associated with romantic love in the 14th century when the tradition of courtly love flourished. In 18th century England, Valentine's Day evolved into an occasion where lovers expressed their affection by presenting flowers, confectionery, and greeting cards, known as Valentines. This Valentine's Day, it's time to knock it out of the park! From elegant dinners à deux, to Galentine's Day celebrations, and even an Anti-Valentine's Day Pop-Up – LA has a little romance for everyone!
A.O.C. 8700 W 3rd St. Los Angeles, California 90048
If you want to go extra this Valentine's Day, A.O.C. is serving up a special four-course menu at $115 per person, exclusive of tax and service / $40 per person supplemental wine pairing. After opening critically acclaimed Lucques in 1998, the duo of 3 time James Beard Award winning chef Suzanne Goin (Who's Who of Food & Beverage in America 2017, Outstanding Chef 2016, Best Chefs in America – California 2006, Best Cookbook – Cooking from a Professional Point of View 2006) and James Beard Foundation’s Outstanding Restaurateur of the Year 2018 Caroline Styne embarked on A.O.C., the area’s pioneering wine bar that first paired an indulgent list of wine by the glass with a menu of market-driven small plates.
Cafe Gratitude 639 N Larchmont Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90004
Looking for a wellness option this Valentine's Day? Cafe Gratitude is partnering with Jessica Encell Coleman, founder of The Magic of Human Connection, to create the CUISINE + CONNECTION menu. Amplify your relationship with this interactive dining experience for you and your partner. Each course will be paired with a heart-centered activity designed to create a sacred space to celebrate love and to share gratitude.
Openaire The LINE Hotel 3515 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90010
Created in collaboration with two-star Michelin Chef and native Angeleno Josiah Citrin, Openaire is a poolside oasis of green on the roof of The LINE Hotel in the center of Koreatown. The menu features the best of California’s ingredients from land and sea, embracing the seasons and presented in a shareable format. Openaire is offering a special four-course menu for $99/person for Valentine’s Day. Add $40 for wine pairing.
Le Comptoir 3606 West 6th St. Los Angeles, Ca. 90005
Located in the beautiful historic Hotel Normandie, Michelin-starred chef Gary Menes shares his unique culinary philosophy at Le Comptoir, featuring an 8-course vegetable-inspired tasting menu that showcases seasonal ingredients sourced from their very own organic kitchen garden and local farmer friends. Chef Menes challenges the notion of fine dining by doing away with white tablecloths and multiple sets of silverware in favor of an intimate, up-close-and-personal experience at Le Comptoir. From his 10-seat counter, he serves curious diners the same culinary lessons that have informed his singular approach as a chef.
République 624 South La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Chefs Walter Manzke and Margie Lorenzana-Manzke, the couple behind République, serve legendary rustic French cuisine, paired with a stellar wine list, in a beautifully romantic setting. The building that houses République is both timeless and unique, built in 1928 by Charlie Chaplin and designed by architect Roy Seldon Price. Planning a romantic brunch? Dazzle your Valentine with a sybartic selection of baked goods from République Cafe & Bakery, led by James Beard nominated Chef Margarita Manzke.
DynastyLand Valentine Soirée Dynasty Typewriter 2511 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90057
DynastyLand Valentine Soirée is an immersive multi-room party experience for lighthearted lovers and loners alike! Whether you're celebrating date night, friend night, or treat yo'self solo night, there will be something for everyone in one of the many rooms and activity spaces that will come to life for this night only. Frivolities include Bingo Dynasty; Carefree Karaoke + dance floor favorites; and intimate comedy, magic, and variety shows every 30 minutes in The Root Cellar Cabaret! Explore the nooks and crannies of the theater, make some new friends, relax, hang, and create a DynastyLand experience this Valentine's Day!
Edible Arrangements 3785 Wilshire Blvd. Ste. 107AB Los Angeles, CA 90010
Edible Arrangements® opened their KTown location in 2009. Ever since, they have been helping people in the local community celebrate all kinds of occasions – big and small. The fruit arrangements and gifts are always freshly-crafted, using fruit that's grown and picked to their Fruit Expert® standards. They also offer a variety of gourmet chocolate Dipped Fruit™ – perfect for Valentine's Day. Edible Arrangements has fresh fruit treats you can enjoy on the go. Stop by and grab a fresh fruit smoothie, Edible® Donut, chocolate Dipped Fruit™ Cone, or any other delicious fresh fruit snacks!
Angies Flowers 3435 Wilshire Blvd. Ste. 110 Los Angeles, CA 90010
Get fresh for Valentine's Day! For the best and freshest flowers, Angie's Flowers has exactly what you’re looking for! As a leading florist in Los Angeles, Angie's Flowers offers professional flower arrangements and gifts for any occasion. The expert florists at Angie's Flowers are committed to designing beautiful, quality arrangements and providing exceptional customer service. They also offer reliable floral delivery throughout Los Angeles and as well as same-day delivery services for your convenience.
Break Up Bar: Anti-Valentine's Day Pop-Up 7276 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90046
Valentine's Day not your thing? Don't let those flower and candy companies tell you how to celebrate! BreakUp Bar is taking over the neighboring space next to Severance Wine Bar for a two week pop up! Check out the-8 foot wall of broken relationships, a mini art exhibit of relics of Valentine's Day past, and a 10 foot projection screen showing classic breakup movies of past and present. Menu will feature champagne, punches, and wine based cocktails along with a heavy amount of cakes, dessert fondues, cookie towers, and pretty much every sweet imaginable.
Galentine's Day Party The Ebell of Los Angeles 743 S Lucerne Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90005
February 13 is Galentine's Day Grab your girl crew and come on down for a special Galentine’s Day party and screening of First Wives Club. The night kicks off with an opening reception in the historic lounge featuring champagne, cheese and chocolate, followed by a movie screening. Galentine’s Day is a holiday Amy Poehler’s Parks and Rec character Leslie Knope created that occurs every year on Feb. 13, the day before Valentine’s Day. It’s like Valentine’s Day, only instead of celebrating the love you have for your significant other, you spend it with your best girlfriends. Everyone is welcome. Couples, singles and co-workers are encouraged to come!
Photo credits:
Photo #1: Edible Arrangements
Photo #2: A.O.C.
Photo #3: Cafe Gratitude
Photo #4: Openaire at The LINE Hotel
Photo #5: Le Comptoir
Photo #6: République
Photo #7: Dynasty Typewriter
Photo #8: Edible Arrangements
Photo #9: Angies Flowers
Photo #10: Break Up Bar
Photo #11: The Ebell of Los Angeles
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What's better than a refreshing, ice cold beer to wash down a savory steak, juicy burger, or zesty plate of wings? If you're living at The Mansfield, you can head out in just about any direction and find a great brew. Koreatown is a beer-lovers haven, home to some of the foremost craft beer bars in LA. Nearby La Brea Avenue and the Fairfax District boast some great brewpubs where burgers reign supreme. Whether you prefer a comfy casual vibe, a hip destination, or an upscale elegant experience, you'll find the best craft beer bars near The Mansfield!
6th & La Brea Brewery & Restaurant 600 S La Brea Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90036
Come on down to 6th & La Brea, where LA meets for some Cali fun! This friendly brewpub is smack dab in the center of Los Angeles – the perfect stop on your way to the La Brea Tar Pits or for waiting out the LA traffic on your way home. Watch your favorite sports on the large screen TV while sampling fresh brews and a California-inspired pub menu that runs the gamut from vegan buffalo cauliflower to a 12-ounce ribeye steak.
BiergartenLA 206 N Western Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90004
Established in 2010, Biergarten was Koreatown's first craft beer bar. Featured in The Food Network Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, this hip gaastropub offers Korean and German fusion food, along with other great bar food items. Beirgarten's extensive draft and tap list offers a vast selection of beers and ales from Germany, Iceland, Belgium, Austria, Denmark, as well as domestic brands. The eclectic beer-friendly menu includes an assortment of burgers, bavarian pretzel, tempura fries, panko fried mushrooms, kimchi pancake, kielbasa corn dog, and German platters such as pork schnitzel and wurst.
The Southland 740 S Western Ave #112 Los Angeles, CA 90005
Locted just a few blocks south of the Wiltern in the back corner of the Heyman Center, The Southland is a great pre- or post-concert pit stop. The folks behind The Southland are self-acclaimed craft beer lovers whose dream was to creat a bar to for patrons to hang out in, featuring rotating taps, knowledgable and friendly staff, a smartly-curated bottle shop, and cool events. The name Southland celebrates the bounty of great beer in southern California, but the selection includes beers from around the world. The gastropub offers cheese boards and sausages to pair with your beer, along with small plates featuring spiced popcorn, smoked nuts, olives, and desserts from Pasta Sisters.
Beer Belly 532 S Western Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90020
Since opening in 2011, Beer Belly has been the K-Town go-to gastropub for craft beer aficionados, garnering them an appearance on The Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Beer Belly offers 12 rotating taps serving up a fine choice of local brews, and a rotating bottle selection featuring seasonal, domestic and international beers, and the occasional rare bottle from owner Jimmy Han’s personal collection. Nosh on their super-indugent beer snack: Death by Duck fries, tossed in duck fat, smoked salt and sweet onion sugar, with crispy duck skin cracklins and duck confit on top, while getting an eyeful of the colorful wall murals by artist Yoshi Takahashi.
Pocha Moodaepo 3014 W 7th St. Los Angeles, CA 90005
Customer reviews have rated Pocha Moodaepo as one of the best Korean Bars in LA, with a reputation for a friendly environment where people can share food and culture. The establishment offers a lively beer menu, along with craft sake, and traditonal Korean wine. Pocha Moodaepo's restaurant menu showcases simple ingredients and generous servings of signature dishes such as short rib, prime ribeye, sirloin, brisket, lobster, tiger shrimp, and scallops. Other highlights include signature Korean hot pot, hot stone bibimbap, and stir fries.
Korea Town Pizza Company 3881 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90010
Koreatown Pizza Company is a sleek pizzeria in the heart of Koreatown, offering specialty pizzas & pastas, and a robust craft beer list of over 40 labels including 6 draft taps. There are also bombers, cans, draft beer pours, and wine and soju to boot. To keep their pizza game strong, dough is made fresh on-site and always goes through a 24-hour fermentation process. Pizzas are topped with an array of high quality ingredients, served in a family-friendly environment. The establishment also has a private event space for celebrations and corporate events.
Nandarang LA 3811 W 6th St. Los Angeles, CA 90020
When you go to Nandarang LA, come thirsty, my friend. This popular boîte offers an impressive list of internationsl and domestic draft, bottled and canned beers, incuding stout, pale ale, pale lager, pilsner, and fruity Belgian brews, along with a good wine selection. The eclectic food menu features specialties such as Bulgogi Pasta (bulgogi, onions, mushrooms, bell peppers, green onions, soy garlic aioli), Carbonaran Pasta (pancetta, onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, egg yolk), bulgogi tacos served with green onions and salsa), Galbi Sliders served with fries, and Animal Style Fries (fries tossed in homemade sweet and spicy sauce topped with bacon, kimchi, grilled onions, and sunny-side up egg).
Escala Chapman Market 3451 W 6th St. Los Angeles, CA 90020
Created by Seoul Sausage chef Chris Oh, EsCaLA is a Colombian Korean restobar known for an intriguing selection of European, Domestic and Columbian beers, along with an eclectic food, specialty cocktails, guest DJs, and Sunday brunch parties. The menu has been crafted to suit the highly discerning palate of LA natives, while respecting and maintaining the authenticity of Latin American flavors. Everything from the menu, to the wall art and music have been chosen with the intention of replicating the life experiences of the people who dreamed Escala into reality.
The Golden State 426 N Fairfax Ave. Los Angeles 90036
The Golden State was opened in 2007 by two friends who had very limited restaurant experience and mostly no idea what they were doing. All they knew was that they cared about California, and showing off just how great the products of their home state could be. The result was one of the most unique and exciting craft beer lists in the city, a wildly popular beer float, and a burger that LA Weekly and Zagat called amongst the best in all of Los Angeles. The Golden State boasts a small menu of burgers, salads, sandwiches, hot dogs, ice cream and daily specials that our fiercely loyal customers will continue to enjoy for years to come.
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There's an old adage, "It's always Happy Hour somewhere." But when you live at The Mansfield, you don't have to go far to wet your whistle. From classic cocktail lounges to sophisticated bistros, fun-filled karaoke joints, neighborhood pubs, and even a speakeasy or two, the Miracle Mile boasts some of the buzziest bars in LA!
Ray's and Stark Bar 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Located behind Chris Burden’s iconic Urban Light installation on Wilshire Boulevard, Ray’s and Stark Bar is an urban culinary oasis surrounded by some of the most celebrated artwork in the world. They serve seasonal fare and favorites from a wood-burning oven, including Neapolitan-style pizza, housemade pastas, salads made with the freshest ingredients from their own garden, and small plates to share. Named in honor of film producer Ray Stark, guests can enjoy a California-centric wine list, the nation’s most extensive water menu, and an artisanal selection of beers and spirits, creating a dynamic ambiance for art-loving patrons.
Blue Collar 361 S Fairfax Ave Los Angeles, CA 90036
Art Deco meets noir vibes at Blue Collar, a small bar serving custom cocktails crafted specifically for your palate. With no stated menu, expect a drink of the day that’s either completely original or a new twist on a classic cocktail. All drinks are made daily with fresh squeezed locally sourced fruit, homemade syrups, and fresh garnishes, created by their master bartenders.
The Little Bar 757 S La Brea Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90036
Known to locals as Miracle Mile's favorite neighborhood bar, LA Weekly calls Little Bar an East Coast bar set in the middle of Los Angeles. With great service, a killer jukebox, and a friendly crowd, Little Bar serves up essential cocktails, 15 beers on tap, and a few nice wines by the glass. There's no kitchen, but you can bring in your own food or have it delivered. Huitlacoche Food Truck is parked out front on Fri & Sat nights, but no outside beverages please.
The Normandie Club 3612 W 6th St. Los Angeles, CA 90005
Inspired by the moody elegance of a classic cocktail lounge, The Normandie Club serves up creative drinks with a side of stmosphere. Located in the historic Hotel Normandie, this popular lounge offers an ever-changing cocktail menu, along with a hand-picked selection of wines and bubblies. Fresh twists on old favorites include the Spritz (Blanc Vermouth, cucumber water, Douglas Fir Eau De Vie, clarified lime juice, mint); Collins (Blanco Tequila, pineapple & lemon juices, Campari, cinnamon, Pear Brandy, seltzer); Bloody Mary (Aquavit, fresh tomato, celery & red bell pepper juices, savory spices); and Daquiri (Rum, Singani 63, lime juice, Cr̬me de P̻che de Vigne, Demerara) Get there early to snag a booth Рthis place fills up fast!
Apt 503 Lounge 3680 Wilshire Boulevard #503 Los Angeles, CA 90010
Located upstairs in a mid-Wilshire skyscraper, Apt 503 Lounge is an upscale cocktail lounge offering a lively selection of beers, wines, and specialty mixed drinks. Decorated to feel like your cool friend's apartment, the venue features a huge faux boombox DJ station, whimsical lighting fixtures, wacky architectural finishes, and even a wardrobe with dress form.
Here's Looking at You 3901 W 6th St. Los Angeles, CA 90020
This stylish neighborhood bistro from Jonathan Whitener and Lien Ta has garnered numerous accolades from the likes of New York Times, Food & Wine Magazine, LA Times, LA Magazine, Eater, and more. Describing the cuisine and concept as “progressive SoCal food," Whitener and Ta present an inventive array of handcrafted cocktails and a globally influenced food menu. Housed in an Art Deco building on the site of a former cheesesteak shop, Here's Looking at You radiates a hip, modern vibe with Edison bulbs, midcentury-influenced cabinetry, a playful book shelf, and perky bar stools.
R Bar 3331 W 8th St. Los Angeles, CA 90005
A password is required for entry at this speakeasy spot. HINT: Check out their Facebook page. With karaoke and rock on the jukebox, this dark, prohibition-style bar offers craft cocktails, a great beer selection, delicious pub fare, and casual fun in the neighborhood. Stop by for karoake on Wednesday and Thursday nights, and weekend brunch on Saturday and Sunday.
The Venue 3470 Wilshire Blvd B-1 Los Angeles, CA 90010
Billing itself as LA's first subterranean dining and karaoke destination, The Venue is a modern American restaurant and bar established in 2017. The refined but relaxed space takes inspiration from modern contemporary design, with touches such as vintage woods, found furniture, and exposed concrete, to create a warm, convivial atmosphere. Offering a menu of market-driven seasonal shared plates, craft cocktails, and local small batch wines and beers, The Venue includes a spacious dining room and bar, plus 13 private karaoke rooms that can accommodate anywhere from 2 – 50 guests.
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