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NIGHTLIFE
1735 Vine St., Hollywood, 323.462.8900 Map H14
BASEMENT TAVERN
Underground speakeasy in a Victorian abode featuring live music. The Victorian, 2640 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.396.2469 Map M8
BIGFOOT LODGE Kitschy log cabin-themed watering hole with karaoke and trivia nights on select evenings. 3172 Los Feliz Blvd., L.A., 323.662.9227; Bigfoot West, 10939 Venice Blvd., Culver City, 310.287.2200 Map northeast of V23, M11
BLIND BARBER Craft cocktail–driven speakeasy hidden in the rear of a barbershop. New Highland Park location. 10797 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.841.6679 Map L11
BOOTSY BELLOWS
Popular nightclub with burlesque shows and other live entertainment boasts a gorgeous Palm Springs–inspired design. 9229 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.274.7500 Map H12
BREAK ROOM 86 A lively, 1980s-style bar inside the Line Hotel with karaoke suites and live entertainment. 630 S. Ardmore Ave., L.A., 213.368.3056 Map west of H15
THE BUNGALOW Seaside cottage-style daytime spot and nightspot that attracts a young crowd. Gourmet bites offered by Fig Restaurant. The Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, 101 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.899.8530 Map L8
COVELL Intimate Los Feliz neighborhood wine bar from restaurateur Dustin Lancaster of L&E Oyster Bar. 4628 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.660.4400
Map W23
DOHENY ROOM Stylish art deco-style bar and lounge from the SBE Group. 9077 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 424.777.0266
Map H12
LA DESCARGA Cuban-inspired rum bar, cigar lounge, live music, burlesque-inspired acts. Reservations recommended. Dress code. 1159 N. Western Ave., L.A., 323.466.1324 Map east of H14
Enjoy hand-crafted cocktails with friends in communal seating under the stars at one of Hollywood's largest outdoor rooftop lounges. The I|O Godfrey Hollywood evokes a unique in-is-out and out-is-in vibe. Enjoy the day, revel in the night, and discover your element at the I|O Godfrey Hollywood.
Melrose Umbrella
CO. Rustic-chic space with creative cocktails and inventive fare. 7465 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.951.0709 Map I12
THE NICE GUY The H.Wood Group’s reservations-only, Italianinspired restaurant and mixology lounge. 401 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.360.9500 Map I12
SEVEN GRAND Whiskey bar with tongue-in-cheek huntclub decor. Intimate, hidden Bar Jackalope features 120 premium whiskeys. 515 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.614.0737
Map I16
THE SPARE ROOM Gaming parlor and cocktail lounge with bowling lanes and fancy drinks. The Hollywood Roosevelt, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.769.7296 Map H13
UPSTAIRS Bar with stunning city views is atop the Ace Hotel within the historic United Artists Building. 929 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.623.3233
Map I16
Performing Arts
THE FORD Outdoor amphitheater in the Cahuenga Pass presents music, dance and theater events. Summer season TBA; schedule at theford.com. 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. E., Hollywood, 323.461.3673 Map G14
HOLLYWOOD BOWL Iconic amphitheater in the Hollywood Hills is one of the best outdoor venues in the U.S.; summer home of the L.A. Philharmonic. 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.850.2000 Map G13
WALT DISNEY CONCERT
HALL Architectural masterpiece by Frank Gehry is the fourth hall of the Los Angeles Music Center and home of the L.A. Philharmonic. 111 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 323.850.2000
Map H16
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