Cocktail menu aside, which by the way is magnificent, what I love about this destination is the dress code. For the most part, LA is very casual, but La Descarga defies convention!
The Edison is over 100 years old! The "Brass Furnace" is my favorite libation. Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, Fresh Grapefruit Juice and Bitters. Basically, the 4 food groups :)
I love this place! If you are diligent enough to find the entrance, you won't be disappointed. I've never had Kaffir Lime Juice mixed with Gin, but hell yeah.
One of the best places for Happy Hour in LA! Not complaining about the $5 Whiskey!
Ok, here's the deal. Tough door policy equals little or no douchebagery. Bottom line, this watering hole for Hollywood's A-list is a must! Plan on watching the cash fly out of the wallet.
The Varnish was named the best cocktail bar in the US at this year's Tales of the Cocktail (the Oscars equivalent of the mixology world). Just go!
Impressive beer selection and zero attitude, which is a breath of fresh air in LA. Get your hipster on at 1642. Say hello to the cat that lives at the bar.
Memorable mixology at the Roger Room. Notable cocktails include the Tijuana, and the Moscow Mule. No food, but they let you order in Pizza.
I love the vibe at Del Monte. So much history in this Venice institution, as well as nightly shows/events. Some nights there is no cover, other nights its $5.
An international wall of whiskey in Downtown LA. Dress code enforced, and if you are fan of the "Old Fashioned", this is the bar for you.
Zero attitude, live music every night, and creative cocktails served in mason jars. If you want to escape the scene in West LA, this is a great bar to go to.
Crazy about the "Blind Psychic". Gin, Lillet Blanc, and an interesting herbed liqueur. Tasty. Note that the cocktails are a bit less expensive here than at other rivals.
The oldest liquor license in LA, and they even have a vintage Pac Man arcade game. Very chill atmosphere and totally casual. Props to their beer selection.
Yes, I'm crazy about Mezcal! Las Perlas has a formidable selection. Try the "Sueño", which includes strawberry, basil, lemon, balsamic syrup, and of course Mezcal.
If you get the munchies after you have a few drinks, the Library Bar is for you. Their burger is out of this world, along with the rest of their bar menu.
The outdoor patio with a fireplace rocks. Despite the stress of finding parking, the rum cocktails here are impressive. They even have a fresh coconut rum cocktail, served in the shell with the pulp.
