50 Best Bars near Playa Del Rey

“Old school since 1972. It originally opened in 1955 as the Bowspirit.“

“This bar is awesome! We heard that it was the smallest bar in LA and expected to be greeted by regulars who resented our presence. We experienced the complete opposite. The bartender Pete immediately recognized my Midwest accent and engaged myself and my 2 adult children in conversation. The locals at the bar were also very engaging. Many reviews I have read described it as a dive. I completely disagree with that assessment. It is a local bar that is very welcoming to any patron. Keep in mind it is cash only! Looking forward to going back!“

“Our family loves the Shack!“

“#AmazingBar #ORBarWEHO 🥰“

“Good time for my family when we visit L.A“

“Fabulous staff here with very affordable prices on food AND drinks! The new happy hour now starts at 2pm EVERY DAY till 8pm!!!! Love the upgrade draft beer options to a boom sh size for only $3 more!!!! Great new local neighborhood bar. Fantastic games room with something for everyone.“

“Wonderful place Great drinks and food“

“Brought some friends there to watch playoff football and a ufc fight. Ended up having the best filet mignon of my life. So tender you could slice through it with the side of your fork. Had fresh oysters from Virginia, which I was told are only $2 on Tuesday or Wednesday (have to fact check here). And probably the best thing on the menu is the bacon wrapped plantains, not a lot of food, but every bite is heaven. Wife loved her fancy drinks, but I prefer scotch.“

“we went there for a quick bite and some drinks, our bartender Wyatt was so lovely, he turned my vegeterian friend to a pescetarian! he recommended the octopus, which we both really loved. the atmosphere was great too, definitely worth a try!!“

“We had a great time! Thank you for making it so special I.“

“Great qualities of meat selection and a bunch of other types of excellent qualities of food. Definitely a place to go to celebrate and for special occasions. The beef, especially the galbi, the shrimp, takoyaki, and everything is fantastic. We can grab most of the food and the premium food came out very fast. Will definitely come back.“

“An Unforgettable Dining Experience at Spago Beverly Hills“

“The burger and the service are excellent. The burger is a stand out given the current climate where everyone only serves smash burgers. This is a high quality, butcher, thick burger. It’s a neighborhood spot where you can enjoy the game and the burger.“

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

“After reading the outstanding reviews, we came here on an early Sunday evening (we were in town visiting family) and decided to check it out. We literally had the bar to ourselves (we were told it's usually In the Biz night after 10pm). Harper and Marshall were absolutely amazing bartenders serving up incredible drinks (between the five of us, we tried all of the specialty cocktails - MUST TRY them ALL!).

Harper had us playing Bingo too! Great vibes, conversations and enjoyed the reel to reel music. Definitely recommend going! Only drawback is parking but other than that, it lives up to its reviews!“

“What a cozy welcoming atmosphere it has.. comfortable seating and friendly staff.. looking forward to going back soon“

“In Culver city ..Chill Vibes..Great Date Night Venue“

“Cute stylish bar with good music!“

“Came across the on a walk back from Venice Beach. Highly recommend.“

“🙂👍 Great food and delightful people!“

“My favorite place to hang in LA. The staff is super sweet, the food is fantastic, the drinks are amazing, particularly the Ginger Margarita, the atmosphere is gorgeous—whether you’re inside the stunning deco bar or outside on the beautiful patio. It’s a true gem.“

“El Carmen is an absolute gem in Los Angeles! The vibrant Lucha Libre-themed decor creates a lively and fun atmosphere that’s perfect for a night out. Their margaritas are hands-down some of the best in the city, especially during happy hour. The tacos and other dishes are flavorful, fresh, and well-prepared, making it a great spot for both drinks and a bite to eat. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring a great experience from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique and energetic bar with top-notch food and drinks!“

“A perfect stay!! Celebrating my husband’s 60th! From the time we arrived, the service and attention to detail was impeccable! The entire staff was so welcoming and went out of their way to make sure my husband was enjoying his birthday celebration. It was our first stay at the Maybourne. It will be the only place we stay from now on. Thank you so much to the entire staff for making our stay so special.“

“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.“

“A very good discovery. Bang Bang Noodles is a bang and lots of other options. The bar upstairs is 👌🏼 too“

“Had our holiday party at The Corner Door - it was great! The team was really wonderful to work with. Quick to follow up, willing to work with us to fit our needs. We had a group of about 14, and they roped off a section of the bar so we could have a private space. The food was excellent, bar service was great.“

“The restaurant is the best. One of a kind menu. The chef do this weird but really creative culinary plates that doesnt make sense, you cant even imagine how it will taste, but i know for sure it will be really boom. You will be fascinated. I am an honest and serious customer. Although the place its just a little small and i will change it to 5 star once i think it deserve it. In my opinion. Customer service really good. Security, bartenders as well do their job as it should be. Just the small room doesnt make me go up to 5 star, but we'll see sometime.“

“Amazing Karaoke Wednesdays & Sundays!!“

“One of my favorite restaurants authentic Latin cuisine. I have been coming here for over 30 years and was so sad when it closed down during the pandemic. So glad it reopened! Can’t wait 😜 to go back. I give it 5 stars for sure!“

“It's a great place to enjoy great people.“

“Amazing decor, killer bands, great staff… When I come down from Vegas, SS is a must stop.“

“Walked and found this little gem ❤️“

“Delicious, fun, & an imagination of a new Hollywood!

Make a reservation now and don’t mistake my enthusiasm for hyperbole.

When you enter the room, you’re washed over with the charm of the golden age of Hollywood. The Benjamin brings to LA something that it hasn’t had in years: a moving experience.

The cocktails are fantastic! Whether it’s that tropical fizz of The Pornstar or the magical mouthfeel of their tequila-based martini, just trust it, order it; and imbibe on their mixologists imagination.

I insist that you start with their hamachi crudo because Matsuhisa himself would be hard-pressed to serve up something this delicious.

The crab beignets are a whimsical take on the familiar (but stale) crab cake. All the familiar taste (but better) in a perfectly crispy and crunchy one-bite ball. Trust me: eat it in 1 bite.

If you’re lucky enough to have a stab at something off-menu (it was a ribeye when I went), take it. Otherwise, you can’t go wrong with the burger. All the flavors. All Americana. Some cowboy. I can’t explain it…it just makes sense.

Did you go to Miami and have Papi Steak’s caviar potato and think “Dang! I wish they had this in LA!” Well have a I got news for you! The twice baked potato with caviar at The Benjamin is one of the funnest gastronomical experiences you can have!

Lastly, and perhaps…most importantly…..COOKIES AND CREAM. I’ve never seen this as a dessert option anywhere else, but after having this I can’t wrap my mind around why it’s not on every single menu. It was….and I mean this from the bottom of my heart….a revelation. I have dreamt about this. I long for this. When I get lonely and write in my diary, this is what I write about. Order it. Thank me later.

Parking: Valet is right out front“

“it was a blast time in here. food was great, vibe was on point, service was very nice. honestly I didn't expect their food that good since the picture of their foods and interior looks too good to be true on the picture ( I'm kind of picky person, don't trust anything until i see it in person) but my experience was amazing in here. best of best. will go back soon !!“

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

“Delicious and great service“

“Neighborhood spot attached to a pastrami place. Closes a little early and errs on the pricey side considering its proximity to excellent (also pricey) late night food. Absolutely beautiful interior always playing old movies and current sports. Insanely underused and gigantic patio outside with a roaring firepit and plenty of tables. I really hope more people start hanging out here! It's pretty silent on weekdays and I've never seen it packed.“

“Good 👍 I’m so happy very much.“

“This place is an anomaly. At one time the foodie fads of LA had people of great stature waiting for an hour on a long line to eat the Kogi truck magic. But now you can do it and have he barely to yourself and great well poured drinks. It's yet more proof that the people of LA might have good taste but zero ability to stay focused for more than a few seconds on literally anything good. Which benefits the rest of us greatly. Enjoy!!!“

“I would give 10 stars if I could! The vibe was absolutely amazing. Something we didn’t know was that we can bring food in from the neighboring restaurants. The drinks were on point and service was awesome. And the ambiance ahhhh so divine!“

“The food is great and can’t forget the greatest service ever!!“

“Super cool 😎 Great place for drinks with friends, cool vibe and crowd“

“Excellent establishment with exceptional staff.“

“The Manager is the best, wonderful to guest. The food delicious. The plates are big. The place clean and the vibe is peaceful and classy. Each spot with it's own music so you don't miss out. The apple delicious desert. Took me back to Virginia, known for the apple pie's. 🍎“

“Please give George - who I renamed GMoney - a raise! In all seriousness, he made me (a California newbie) feel so welcome and happy while I was out here visiting my daughter... beyond words. He was amazing and nothing like the East Coast bartenders I’ve been used to! A wonderful night was had because of him!“

“Absolutely Phenomenal! Ann and her staff were excellent. The food was perfect. The night was perfect. The restaurant is perfect. You get what you pay for and everything in life. This is well worth it.“

“I visited the establishment on a Sunday evening. To my delight, it was not overly crowded, which created a pleasant ambiance. The atmosphere of the place was quite enjoyable.

The food was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend their chicken BLT and their delectable fries.

Although I did not order their impossible sliders on this occasion, I intend to try them during my next visit.

The alcoholic beverages on the menu appeared enticing, but I did have my usual drink, which was a Malibu rum with coke. It was prepared precisely to my liking.

Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and anticipate returning in the future.

I would wholeheartedly give this establishment a perfect rating of 10 out of 10. And serve was a big 10 as well!
I'm coming back for sure! ?“

“Sam First is second to none! What a great venue. I honestly thought it was going to be a weird venue given its proximity to LAX but I was happily surprised at this chic and great-sounding jazz venue.

I saw a cool man order tea and a cookie so I ordered tea and the bar accidentally brought cookies with my tea. That’s a mistake I can improvise off of.

Wheelchair accessibility: Venue was on the first level and is cozy but very accessible.“

“Loved the cozy environment especially in the patio area . Food was great! The potato cakes with apples was amazing . Our group of 9 loved all of the food ! Would recommend to others“

“I don’t remember having pasta this good since I visited Italy back in 2014. I ordered the Tagliatelle, I loved how the noodles were so thin and the beef/sauce was just the right balance. The sfincione in bianco (focaccia) was amazing, reminded me of the one in Felix. Next time I’ll have to get a side of ricotta as a dip. For dessert, ended up getting the Tartino al Cioccolato - the textures were incredible and now is my all time favorite dessert. In my opinion, this is the best Italian restaurant in all of LA. Chef Funke really knows what he is doing. Can’t wait to go back and try more dishes!“