The Best Experience Bars in Los Angeles

Descend into The Obscure—an invite-only, mystical distillery/bar experience in L.A.’s Arts District. Candlelit ruins, cascading waterfalls, cryptic storytelling, and bespoke cocktails make every visit feel like a portal into legend.

A cozy, low-lit whiskey sanctuary in Silver Lake — Thirsty Crow pours 100+ whiskeys, crafts seasonal cocktails, spins records, and feels like a neighborhood classic reimagined.

Step into Apothéke LA, where cocktail alchemy meets vintage apothecary charm — expect botanical elixirs, moody lighting, and a secret-lab ambiance hidden in the heart of Chinatown.

A neon-lit playground for adults — vintage pinball, arcade classics, craft cocktails, DJs, and a breezy outdoor patio. EightyTwo brings retro fun to L.A.’s Arts District.

Vintage bowling, stylish cocktails & cozy games in a glamorous parlor above the Roosevelt—Spare Room serves up playful elegance for the luxe night out.

A retro-chic barber‑by‑day, speakeasy‑by‑night gem: walk through the crisp white barbershop to discover a dimly lit, wood‑paneled lounge where cocktails, DJs, and leather booths await behind a hidden door.

Southern charm meets cocktail innovation at Thunderbolt, a tech-forward bar in LA's Historic Filipinotown, serving inventive drinks and Southern-inspired bites in a welcoming, inclusive setting.​

Step into the immersive fantasy-pub of your dreams—Squirrelor’s Tavern blends medieval tavern tales, D&D-style puzzles, and cocktails in downtown Los Angeles.