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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
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. En savoir plus .
Solid tunes and a mingle-friendly atmosphere that works well as a launching point for the rest of a night out in Hollywood. En savoir plus .