50 Best Cocktail Bars near Playa Del Rey

“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!“

“Good neighborhood Mexican food.“

“Mo’s Place is excellent. Breakfast is the best we have had anywhere and the price couldn’t be beat. Christy Anne is a wonderful, pleasant and happy waitress who served us.“

“Since Or Bar opened in the old Gold Coast space, it has become my favorite local place. Good drinks, great people. I love all of the staff here!“

“Great service , great ambience, great margarita drinks overall, an awesome place with outdoor patio. Just beautiful.“

“Farmhouse kitchen is the best Thai restaurant I’ve ever had. On top of the food being great and delicious, the presentation makes you want to order everything from the menu. Chef Bo was so nice to come out to our table and all I can say is she was a very nice, young & talented person. She even made me a special dessert for my birthday. Thanks Bo❤️ I highly recommend this place if you want an authentic, excellent and delicious food. In addition, the place is so full of life. The decor is amazing! I can’t wait to go back and try some of the fancy drinks and dishes on the menu.“

“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.“

“Absolutely delicious food. Chulita Bowl was fantastic, hibiscus mimosa and latte were so good. Friendly staff too! Thanks for the wonderful brunch. 🙏🧜🏽‍♀️“

“One of those restaurants that gets everything right.

Kudos to the owners, management, and entire staff for creating such a fantastic dining experience. The food was excellent, the service polished yet genuinely friendly, and the bar and dining room had a charming, welcoming atmosphere.

The menu is thoughtfully crafted, with plenty of delicious options. The staff was knowledgeable, professional, and personable—always a combination I appreciate.

One thing I always check when trying a new restaurant is the condition of the restrooms. In my experience, clean bathrooms often reflect a well-run kitchen. Felix Trattoria checked that box as well.

I’ll definitely be back next time I’m in the area.“

“We visited for my husband’s birthday and were blown away- I can't believe this restaurant is 4.3.
Having been to some of the top steakhouses in NYC, this was easily one of the most memorable meals we’ve had in a long time. I loved the smaller, focused menu; it’s clear they prioritize doing a few things perfectly rather than overextending. We opted for the tasting menu, and every dish was well-balanced and the tartare was a huge standout for us. What truly set the night apart was the service. It was attentive but perfectly relaxed, making us feel like we were being welcomed into someone’s home for an outstanding meal rather than just sitting at a restaurant. Also the ambience and vibe was moody in the best way!

We’ll absolutely be back.“

“Great crowd around the pool table! Right between a dispensary AND a Japanese infused, vegan hotdog joint!“

“Love this spot! Bartender was great and atmosphere is upscale, classy and sophisticated-great when you wanna stay in Hermosa but get away from the Pier!“

“We are vegan and went with the Spicy Miso Ramen, it didn't disappoint. One suggestion, if you want the extra spice kick, ask for their chili oil, it really amped up the ramen overall.
Our kid enjoyed the mushroom bao too.

For parking, you can get lucky by finding a street parking behind the restaurant.“

“Walked and found this little gem ❤️“

“The food is phenomenal!! Everything is amazing“

“Great atmosphere friendly staff and amazing food 😎“

“Wonderful food! I got the salmon with my salad and it was delicious! Get the June salad for lunch!“

“Beyond expectations! Best meal & service in at least 10 years. I’ll be back!“

“Absolutely fantastic. The best farm-to-table concept I've ever experienced. Extremely clean flavors: the quality of the ingredients shine through in every dish.

The Pastry chef is a standout: the truffle snd lemom pot de creme were the best i have ever had. Definitely get dessert.“

“Good food in casual friendly local restaurant & nice bar hangout ⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I genuinely loved my experience at Guac Daddy in West Hollywood. Everything tasted really fresh! The standout for me were the asada fries and shrimp burrito. They were packed with flavor, perfectly balanced, and honestly one of the best I’ve had in a while. You can tell they put care into the ingredients and how everything is put together. The guacamole was also really good and lived up to the name. The atmosphere is lively and fun, making it a great spot to hang out with friends. Definitely a place I’d come back to!“

“If you need to host a last minute group lunch / brunch / dinner in LA…

We had a truly great experience at STK Westwood.

Booked online. No back and forth emailing and trying to figure out a PDF. They were very communicative. Logos on the menus. Generous mimosas. Multi course menu with variety for different dietary needs.

Bonus is that our event was on the weekend so the lot next the restaurant was flat rate.“

“Outstanding service from the time we stepped in the door. Tess our server was very knowledgeable and we loved her wine pairing suggestions.
The food is also outstanding! All three of in our party lived our dishes, especially all the varieties of tin fish. I had the best Dover Sole ever! Highly recommend!“

“Went to The Three Clubs for my birthday and had a great time. Lovely atmosphere that reminds me of a speakeasy. Music was great with some old and new stuff. My bartender Daniel was wonderful and made some really yummy drinks and shots and made my experience awesome. I will absolutely come back another time.“

“Some buddies and I came here looking for craft cocktails. They did not disappoint. We ended up coming two nights in a row. If Grant is behind the bar, you’re in great hands. Let him do his thing. He’s truly a bartending gem. This place is lucky to have him.“

“Atmosphere was great! Service was fabulous. Drinks were tasty! Margarita Pizza lacked cheese but the Sweet Cheeks was amazing 🤩.“

“killer blues this saturday night w/ BLUE SHADOWS“

“If you want to go to a bar with perfect seating, great airflow, excellent drinks, flawless service l, a fantastic DJ, a parking lot, a nyc vibe, no one rushes you and you can even reserve a table for drinks…go to the Chestnut Club. My favorite new bar. 14th & Santa Monica Blvd @TheChestnutClub same owners as scopa and black market liquor!“

“So so good! Their basic house salad had a very clean, delicious taste with a lemon vinaigrette. We also got a cheese pizza and 10/10 would recommend. Was a thin crust pizza but good crispy crust, not too thin. I got a strawberry spritz, non-alcoholic drink that was fresh and my friend got the Espresso Martini. I'd never tried one before but had a sip and will absolutely get it next time, very smooth. The bartender was nice and attentive.“

“Tonight we, my husband and I, with our dear friends, the Crays, dined at Tomat for the first of what will be many times. The restaurant features a dining room and a roof top patio. A welcoming, comfortable space. The staff were all friendly and very knowledgeable about all menu items. Our server Miley took excellent care of us throughout dinner and dessert. She assisted us with choosing items that would pair well with each other. She was never too busy to stop to see if everything was to our liking. She brought the chef to our table so we could let him know personally how much we enjoyed his creations. He gave us a bit of background on his plan of sustainability and creativity for his restaurant. The food was amazing. We had several appetizers. The tuna carpaccio was amazing, light and dark tuna with the freshest tomatoes. The welsh rarebit was so delicious. The weiser melon with strawberry kimchi was a delicious surprise. The house milled saffron rice was amazing. Our mains did not disappoint. The trout and chips were excellent. Everyone at the table said “best trout we have ever had”. The vegetable chips were outstanding. The vaca vieja ribeye was perfectly cooked. The pork three ways with chamoy was also perfectly cooked. Dessert was madelines, warm from the oven, with the strawberry sorbet and the saffron ice cream. All were outstanding. Overall, this was a fabulous dining experience. Great food with great service in such a comfortable atmosphere. And, we have already made reservations for next month!“

“I recently hosted a big party at Roosterfish. The newly renovated indoor lounge is beautiful and was perfect for the vibe we wanted.

More than anything, I was blown away by how and professional and accommodating Luca was. Luca was so responsive and full of ideas and solutions to make our party a success. The Roosterfish team did a great job!“

“myself & wife called in without a reservation Sunday evening, Had a beautiful meal in a very busy and friendly place our waitress Tamera was absolutely awesome friendly and gave great recommendations for us being from England helping with menus information highly recommended 5 star June 2025“

“Amazing place!! Do yourself a favor and go! Make it“

“Stylish. Good food. Fun place!“

“The food and the atmosphere are AMAZING“

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

“Always a good time there!“

“Great Bbq! Great service!“

“Our server Sean was amazing!“

“Service,drinks.food,ambiance.staff,etc.“

“Hollywood's Best & Most Consistent Food & Drinks by far!“

“This place is amazing! They have an AWESOME happy hour and the setting (half open air bar and seating + half inside spacious restaurant) is honestly perfect for LA. Great vibes. Fantastic staff across the board. I love everyone there and wish I knew all of their names because I have only had good experiences, but Aria and Jake are two recent favorites. Highly recommend The Henry for brunch, dinner, drinks, or as mentioned - happy hour!“

“Best bar in LA! Go for the mezcal, stay for the exceptional service and ambiance. I was a regular for many years, because everywhere else pales in comparison.

(Pro tip: Ask about recommendations from their exclusive mezcal selection.)“

“Went for my 50th birthday while in LA visiting. Delicious margaritas 🍹 Great dance music, nice little dance floor surrounded by mirrors, the owners were awesome!! Outdoor smoking area in between the bar and pool table sides. Me and my bestie had a blast!! Thank you 4 an amazing night!!“

“Fantastic cocktail bar in LA. Make sure to make reservations for this spot. If you eat at Mother Wolf, great for after dinner cocktails. Or if you want to eat some of the Roman street food here, you wont go wrong either. Definitely recommend for anyone visiting LA (like I was) looking for a top notch cocktail bar for drinks, food and vibe.“

“We catered a Christmas dinner for 8 with Il Moro and all the food was delicious! We especially loved the melt-in-your-mouth short ribs, divine vegetables and pasta with olives dishes. We will definitely be back!“

“Always a great experience and meal at Orto, strongly recommended!“

“This place is AWESOME! Such a vibe! So sexy and coool! My partner and I were seeing a show across the street and just happened to pop in. They have Touch Tunes too so you can listen to your own music 😎 Our server Lisa was wonderful and it was great chatting with her! She made our time here really special“

“Delicious food and drinks!“

“The food is absolutely brilliant, the parking is okay, the staff are friendly and the atmosphere is great“