“Party” listings
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Villains Tavern
A faux-nefarious villains den with mosaic walls made of nearly 150 vintage bottles and purposely mismatched barware to suggest it was stolen, this out-of-the-way bar in downtown’s Artist’s District is perfect for partners-in-crime to scheme over cocktails (like The Stan Lee, made of hibiscus flowerinfused, gin, simple syrup, egg) or nibble on bourbon bacon caramel corn, burgers, tacos and hotdogs in an environment lavishly designed to appear assembled with stolen booty. (09/2011)
1356 Palmetto St
213-613-0766
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Voyeur
Celebrities like Justin Timberlake and Paris Hilton are drawn to this exotic nightclub where the star-studded (and star-searching) clientele lounges on Chesterfield sofas, listens to celeb-DJ-powered dance tracks and watches dancers undulate above the crowd. (08/2011)
7969 Santa Monica Blvd
310-255- 1111
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La Descarga
To spoil the surprise of the entrance would be a crime, but once guests are escorted from the deceptively dumpy stairwell through the secret passageway, they’re transported into a pre-Castro Havana-style drinking den filled with rich rums, curling cigar smoke and Cuban music. (07/2011)
1159 N Western Ave
323-466-1324
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The Spare Room
Get ready to be bowled over by this timeless—not retro— drinking den (complete with a bowling lane and hidden panel that conceals an ultra-chic photo booth), where Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie spend date nights away from prying eyes. (05/2011)
At Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel 7000 Hollywood Blvd
323-769-7296
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The Veranda
Indulge in a flight of champagne and take in the stunning sand and sea views through the 20-foot-high windows at this popular hotel lobby bar. It often features vocalists and live jazz and serves fare such as sliders, crab cakes and flatbread. (03/2011)
At Casa del Mar 1910 Ocean Way
310-581-5533
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NINE THIRTY
Grab drinks at the W Los Angeles’ acclaimed restaurant, which boasts a chic lounge, cozy booths, communal tables and a patio outfi tted with dark velvet upholstered seating. A daily happy hour from 5pm to 7pm offers two cocktails for $9.30. (01/2011)
930 Hilgard Ave
310-443-8211
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PLAYHOUSE
Stars from Ashton Kutcher to Rihanna have made Playhouse one of Hollywood’s hottest spots for drinking and dancing. Top DJs, special theme nights and live performances keep the scene hopping. (01/2011)
6506 Hollywood Blvd
323-656-4800
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THE PARLOUR ROOM OF HOLLYWOOD
The sixth venture from impresario Craig Trager’s Vintage Bar Group (of The Well and The Woods fame) features gorgeous green and gold wallpaper and a lively horseshoe-shaped bar selling $5 gin martinis. (11/2010)
6423 Yucca St
323-463-0609
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THE COLONY
The nightlife impresarios at SBE have brought a Hamptons vibe to Hollywood with this indoor-outdoor space, featuring oversized wood shutters, a hammock-covered pool, cabana-style seating and alcoholic popsicles. (09/2010)
1743 N Cahuenga Blvd
323-525-2450
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EXCHANGE LA
After $5 million in renovations, the original Stock Exchange Building, first opened downtown in 1929, is now the hopping Exchange LA. The 1,400-pound bronze doors and a hand-painted, 40-foot ceiling are still there. (09/2010)
618 S Spring St
213-627-8070
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GRACE RESTAURANT
The contemporary American fare at this date spot is considered some of the best in the city. Try the grilled Jidori chicken with goat cheese cannelloni and guajillo chilis. $$$$ (08/2010)
7360 Beverly Blvd
323-934-4400
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THE TROPICANA BAR
This is the place to be on Sundays in the summer. The mix of tan partiers, fruity drinks and the endless SoCal sun makes this hotspot a memorable place to recharge for a new week. (08/2010)
At the Roosevelt Hotel 7000 Hollywood Blvd
323-769-7260
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