Lounges in Los Angeles, CA

“Line stepping back into a fantasy world.“

“La Fe’s On’ry menu is one of the most exciting dining experiences we had lately. It’s the kind of spot where every dish feels intentional ... bold flavors, thoughtful textures, and a touch of surprise. If you’re someone who likes to explore beyond the usual, this is absolutely the menu to go for.

What We Ordered & Loved:

Bread Service
Don’t skip this. The cultured butter comes whipped into silky ribbons, sprinkled with smoked salt, and served with warm bread. It looks simple but the flavor is next-level. The butter is so good you’ll probably want to finish every last smear. The chef made a mango jam and it goes so well!

Deviled Blue Crabs
One of the most eye-catching presentations of the night....served inside actual crab shells over rock salt. The filling is smoky, savory, and layered with richness from the tomato butter and a lift of Meyer lemon. It’s indulgent but balanced, and definitely a conversation starter at the table.

Kanpachi Crudo
This was one of my personal favorites. Fresh kanpachi paired with radish, cucumber, mushrooms, and a touch of chili heat. The bee pollen kosho and chamomile oil give it a delicate, floral note that makes it stand out from the usual crudos. Bright, clean, and perfect to share.

Tea Leaf Salad
Easily the most surprising dish. It comes loaded with herbs, crunchy shallots, toasted nuts, tomatoes, and romaine. Every bite is different.. crunchy, tangy, fresh, with that slight umami depth from the tea leaves. If you like texture, this is the dish to order.

Mussel and Potato
A heartier plate that’s still elegant. Mussels in a silky sake lees broth, paired with tiny potatoes that soak up all the flavor. The broth itself is so good you’ll want bread on the side just to scoop it all up.

Cherries and Cream
Dessert here is not an afterthought. What looks rustic turns out to be layered and complex — cherries with cream, brown butter crumble, hibiscus, and even fresh herbs to cut through the sweetness. It’s creamy, crunchy, tart, and fresh all at once. A perfect ending.

A final thoughts....

Service is warm and unpretentious — the staff clearly knows the menu well and seems genuinely excited to walk you through it. Dishes come out thoughtfully paced, and the presentation strikes that perfect middle ground between rustic and refined.

Insider Tips

Start with the bread service — it sets the tone and the butter is unforgettable.

The deviled blue crabs are a must if you want something show-stopping.

Save room for dessert — the cherries and cream will surprise you in the best way.

Portions are made for sharing — come with at least 2–3 people so you can try more plates.

Don’t overlook the tea leaf salad — it’s easily one of the most unique and refreshing dishes ...

Also the menu changes so its an adventure...“

“Had so much fun here. Amazing lighting and decor plus the horse shoe shaped bar and cozy tables add a lot of character! I had the $11 tequila grapefruit special which was divine. Didn’t think they had food? Tacos across the street were bomb too.“

“Great experience with a great staff and the owners are super welcoming! Had an amazing time!“

“This is a great quintessential local bar. I've been here a few times. Doesn't get too crazy. good for people watching and a great spot to listen to some tunes. Drink decent beverages and feel like a rat with your friends or by yourself.“

“Inside. Outside. It’s amazing. Different vibe. But all around amazing. Pricey for some folks, but worth it if you can.“

“Great service and super cool vibe“

“Such a vibe! Had an amazing experience. Highly recommend.“

“I love this place. My Boyfriend robert works in the kitchen, he always gets me and my girls in for free and provides our drinks for free. The atmosphere is great as well as the music. I highly recommend this place.“

“The best place in Dtla! Ask for Hiro, he was super amazing and kept our drinks full!“

“The music is awesome! The service is great! A place to enjoy a cocktail or two and reminisce with old friends.“

“Nice location for an large event. www.Instagram.com/MG4Synergy/“

“I recently spent the day at the Roosevelt Pool and the service was absolutely amazing. I started at the bar with a bartender named Craig, who was outstanding. He was so professional and made the best cocktails ever. He made my time there so enjoyable. My server was Shonda, and she was beautiful, kind, and incredibly attentive. She had the best attitude and I couldn’t have asked for a better waitress. A runner named Gabriel was fast and made sure I had anything else I needed, and I was truly grateful.

It was a really nice day to finish off summer with my best friend. The burger was so good, cooked perfectly, and I truly enjoyed it. My only disappointment was that fries weren’t included, and the burger was $30. Fries should definitely come with it for that price, but overall it was a great meal and an amazing experience.“

“LA jazz eclectic 🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“It’s highly recommended the place to hang out!!!“

“These bartenders are wizards, alchemists, Jedis of the cocktail Force. No menu, just chat with them and enjoy the cocktail they invent. The music is classic rock n roll. Go to this place, or just be boring.“

“Fountain Bar’s Negroni and Gin and Tonic are just lovely.“

“Food only got 2 stars because I didn't have any. I think they had snacks, but I'm not sure. There was an amazing taco spot right across the street, though! But service was good evening with the crowd and I loved the atmosphere. Very chill vibe and nothing to fancy. Definitely a good hang out spot but don't dress like a bum. Be cute casual!“

“Love this place. Always great music with a warm and welcoming atmosphere!“

“Great place and atmosphere! Visited from Ohio back in March for our wedding. Tyler was super friendly to us!“

“Cool atmosphere & music 🍷“

“The drinks are good and friendly people. Great vibes!“

“Nice atmosphere, locale really sells the the carribean vibe, reminded me of some san juan bars. $20 drinks, mid mojito, nacho libre and fresita are good, sexy guahira and la Havana were great. Too loud in the live music room, ears were ringing. They do have dancers dance on the bar but then just put stuff right back without even wiping the countertop off, kinda gross.“

“We loved our dining experience at LAVO. The food was fantastic and the vibes were immaculate. The WiFi went out towards the time we needed to pay our bill which unfortunately led us to leaving sensitive credit card information that was charged inaccurately.“

“Great Experience Great staff“

“Old school. In a great way.“

“I want to thank Donegan for his fantastic help in finding a commercial property for lease. He is a true professional and a genuinely great person to work with. His expertise made the process easy and enjoyable. I highly recommend Donegan to anyone looking for commercial real estate. Thanks again, Donegan!“

“This bar has some of the best drinks and atmosphere in all of Los Angeles. Service was top notch as the bartenders and managers went above and beyond. This will always be my go to bar in the are and I cannot recommend it enough for great drinks, music, vibes, and people.“

“The atmosphere here is great. It is dimly lit with a cozy-cool vibe. Lots of interesting furniture and decorations to look at. The drinks are great. This space is not huge so if there is an event going on that night get there early. Would recommend.“

“Great Experience first time staying here“

“My first time there and I had a really great time, the food was delicious and our Servers were Amazing. Loved it!!“