NIGHTLIFE

from Where Traveler Los Angeles | May 2023

MUSEUMS

Beverly Hills, 10.860.6740

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THE RITZ-CARLTON SPA, LOS ANGELES The 8,000square-foot, Hollywood-inspired spa at the Ritz-Carlton at L.A. Live offers nine treatment rooms, a glamorous lounge, separate lounges with eucalyptus steam rooms and coldplunge showers, a couple’s suite, a hair and nail salon, and a boutique featuring ESPA’s natural skin-care and beauty products. 900 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.763.4400

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SPA AT BEVERLYWILSHIRE The spa features a delightful aromatherapy crystal steam room; Natura Bissé, Évolué, and Elemis products and services. The Nail Bar offers shellac manicures and pedicures while Pretty Woman plays on a loop. 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.385.7023 Map J11

THE SPA AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LOS ANGELES AT BEVERLY HILLS Petite luxury spa with Eastern- and Western-style body treatments, an adjacent Nail Suite, and facials. 300 S. Doheny Drive, L.A., 310.273.4444 Map J11

THE SPA AT THE MAYBOURNE A luxury spa with deluxe services as well as saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools, showers, and fitness facilities. 225 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7840 Map J11

ARTS + MUSIC

CENTER FOR THE ART OF PERFORMANCE AT UCLA Public art institution that showcases contemporary performing arts including dance, music, and theater. Check website for calendar. Royce Hall, 340 Royce Drive, L.A., 310.825.2101

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THE FORD Outdoor amphitheater in the Hollywood Hills presents music, dance, and theater events. Schedule at theford.com. 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. E., Hollywood, 323.461.3673 Map G14

KIA FORUM Indoor arena home to performances by Justin Bieber, Dua Lipa, and comedian Sebastian Maniscalco. For schedule and tickets online: thelaforum.com. 3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, 310.330.7300

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HOLLYWOOD BOWL Iconic amphitheater in the Hollywood Hills is one of the best outdoor venues in the U.S.; summer home of the LA Philharmonic. For schedule of events and tickets online: hollywoodbowl. com. 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.850.2000

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THE ABBEY David Cooley’s world-famous gay bar and nightclub. 692 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.289.8410 Map H12

ARTS DISTRICT BREWING CO. 213 Hospitality Arts District brewery and tasting room with classic bar games. 828 Traction Ave., downtown, 213.519.5887

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AVALON HOLLYWOOD

Concert venue with a storied past: It hosted the Beatles’ first West Coast performance.

Intimate club Bardot is upstairs. 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. 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

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

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THE SPARE ROOM Gaming parlor and cocktail lounge with wood 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

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Performing Arts

THE FORD Outdoor amphitheater in the Cahuenga Pass presents music, dance and theater events. Schedule at theford. com. 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. E., Hollywood, 323.461.3673

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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

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