Lounges near Playa Vista, CA

“We got the LA Dine week special and it was mouthwatering! The seafood salad starter as well as the Sweet Corn & Crespelle entree were amazing. Also, if you are adventurous, try the Garlic Knotini, a martini with - you guessed it - garlic in it ?“

“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!“

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

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

“The Purple Orchid in El Segundo is the ultimate neighborhood tiki escape—and an absolute lifesaver when you're trying to beat the summer temperatures. Gordon and Kristina chose this lovable, slightly divey Polynesian oasis to continue Gordon’s birthday month celebration, and it was the perfect call.

​Walking into the dimly lit lounge—complete with glowing pufferfish lamps dangling from the ceiling and heavily thatched decor—feels like stepping into a different time zone. Most importantly right now, they have the absolute best air conditioning in all of El Segundo. When a heat wave hits, there is simply no better place to cool down.

​The bar really shines when it comes to keeping you refreshed. Their blended drinks are fantastic—frosty, dangerously potent, and exactly what you want for a birthday toast. Whether you're sipping a slushy tropical concoction, ordering a classic Vic's Grog, or splitting a flaming Scorpion Bowl with friends, the bartenders pour with a heavy hand and a friendly, local attitude.

​Between the icy blended cocktails, the arctic blast of the A/C, the purple-felt pool tables in the back, and the laid-back neighborhood vibe, The Purple Orchid hits all the right notes for a party. Happy birthday month, Gordon!“

“The place is awesome, really going to be hard to replace a guy like Joseph D on staff. Wishing the best for this establishment in finding a replacement“

“I enjoyed some dessert and coffee with a beautiful view. Everything was just as it should be; the staff were kind, the service was fast, and the desserts were equally delicious. I can’t say anything about the main dishes, but I’m sure they’re tasty too.“

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

“Such a lovely and cozy spot at 1 West Hotel! We didn’t have a reservation and went on a Sunday night, but we were able to get seated easily.

The drinks were great, and we tried the waffle fries, chicken skewers, sweet potato bake, and shrimp fritters. Everything was good!

It’s a great spot to hang out with a group of friends. They have lots of large tables and more of an open-table seating style, which makes it feel very social and relaxed. Definitely a nice place for a casual night out with friends!“

“It was such a lovely venture out for my Mom’s birthday, on Friday. Alex and Dominique (management) are quite lovely, and helped make our dining experience all the more, a joy! Love the new additions to the menu, particularly the Mini Steak French Dips. The Chicken Parmesan was excellent with the twist of those ‘pepper-like sweet’ tomatoes. If there is ever something you want to bring back to the menu I would highly suggest the sliders, they were missed for sure lol! Looking forward to dining again here, soon. Cheers! ✨💖🥂“

“Try the short rib poutine if you're craving comfort food! Plenty of gravy and meat. Everything was good, portions good, service excellent, kitchen was fast but it wasn't super busy Sunday afternoon. They also do a great hamburger!“

“Great food and would have been a wonderful dining experience. However, our initial experience upon arrival was not very welcoming. The hostess explained that we coukd be seated and served only in the bar area at one of the hi tables or the bar itself as we did not have reservations. We of course said, great no problem. Upon sitting at a hi table a server approached saying that we couldn't sit there without the hostess' approval, at which time we explained that she had done so. He refused to let it go, continued to argue with us about server assignments etc. Then he just walked away to go discuss with the hostess, who in turn came to explain weird situation and tell us that it was fine to remain at this table. The rude server continued to display attitude and disdain throughout our meal. Our main server Peter (?) Was actually very professional and attentive.“

“Stopped by Chungdam in Koreatown recently. It's definitely more of a bar and lounge, but honestly the food here is really solid across the board and I feel like people sleep on it. The beef jeon was one of my favorites, especially with the scallion salad on the side. The spicy fire chicken with cheese was another standout with plenty of heat and went perfectly with drinks. We also tried the kimchi pasta, rolled omelette, kimchi jeon, and grilled pork belly, and everything was good. We kept it classic with beer and soju, but they also have a full bar and plenty of cocktails. The atmosphere is pretty chill too. I've been here before for a Dodgers game and it's actually a great spot to grab some food, have a few drinks, and catch a game. Overall, a solid K-Town spot for food and drinks. Don't sleep on the food here because it's actually really good.“

“First time coming to this hookah lounge and I’m honestly really impressed. I’ve lived in LA for the past two years and been to a lot of different spots, but this place definitely stands out. The vibe is great, the staff is super friendly, hookah was amazing. Set up is great, comfortable, and well organized. Easily one of the best lounge experiences I’ve had in Los Angeles so far. Definitely coming back.“

“Food and ambience was great. I would def go back It was a bit louder causing us to use our outdoor voices to have a normal conversation. Our waiter was a bit slow and had to be reminded of our drinks... took us 30 minutes to get our drinks after ordering.“

“Huge shoutout to Adrian for a flawless experience. He was incredibly polite, knowledgeable, and efficient. I walked in knowing what I wanted, and he had my Nasha hash in my hands in under five minutes. Outstanding customer service—I definitely look forward to going back!“

“Great local bar with a down to earth crowd. Bartenders are all great. The Photo Booth is always a great time. They have western nights on Wednesday’s which are really fun and a nice happy hour. Very queer friendly spot with diverse patrons. Delightfully free of the type of people you’d see at Bacari or 4100 Bar. Highly recommend to dimensional, chill locals.“

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

“Had my first date with my bf here about 1.5 years ago. Service & atmosphere were great and it was the only place that was quiet enough and had tables large enough for us to play the board game we wanted to play. That being said, the passionfruit boba was the worst one I’ve ever had lmao“

“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!“

“Good times with new friends old friends and family“

“The best aperitive in LA, with Salvo at 12-12 a wonderful location. Thanks a lot“

“This place is pretty amazing !!! They know all there products very good willing to help you find just what you are looking for very good service“

“Great service and super cool vibe“

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

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

“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.“

“Servers were great, food was good, love the eggs, turkey sausage good but need some moist, maybe some sort of sauce or something. BTW manager was concerned with apple pay that she wanted my ID 😅, apparently is safer with a fiscal card which I found kinda interesting (I wasn't dress for the occasion maybe thats why she thought so) was kinda uncomfortable. Overall recommended.“

“Had a private dinner and party here and the best time! The owner and operators were so helpful and pleasant to work with. I couldn't have asked for a better place to celebrate our special event. Wonderful sound system, lots of space to dance and plenty of space to sit! The bathrooms were clean and the drinks were strong! The outdoor patio with the fire pit table were beautiful and comforting. And the parking was easy and close. All in all excellent!“

“Walked and found this little gem ❤️“

“Gameway DFW was awesome for my boys. (8 & 4) We missed our flight and had a lot of time to spend and they were so nice and catering.“

“Everything we ordered was fantastic.“

“Came here on a Saturday night to have some food and drinks with friends. They don't make reservations, instead, they put your name on the list so you still have to wait for a table. We only had to wait 20-25 minutes for a table on a busy Saturday night. The service was great, as it didn't take too long for the waitress to notice us and get our drinks order. Ingo's Tasty Diner is Great place to meet up with friends. Quiet without getting silent and the food is amazing. The drinks menu was extensive. Portions were good and I didn't feel like going into a food coma after leaving. Try their Brussel sprouts, it's delicious! Get ready to spend some $$$, as this place is pretty pricey but worth the price in my opinion. There is no parking, expect the metered parking on Wilshire.“

“Loved this Loved this lounge! I travel a lot and I frequent airport lounges, this one was one of the best! Small food selection but all fresh and they re-fresh frequently. Great Cali wine selection as well. Very clean. What made the experience was the staff, Chris and Simone were both amazing and all other staff were very attentive and helpful. Highly recommend this lounge when at LAX.“

“I recently celebrated my husband's surprise 40th birthday party at the Alibi Room. Such an amazing time, the staff were so helpful, the food was amazing! If I could give more stars I would! Huge shout out to Andrea, Krystal and staff for the phenomenal service! I cannot thank everyone enough for making our celebration so special!“

“Honestly, I don’t even know where to start. I’ve been to Sunset Social Club a few times now and every single visit has been great. Amazing selection, always fresh, staff is genuinely friendly and you can just tell they actually care.
But the space is what really gets me. The lounge is absolutely stunning, so many different environments, beautiful art everywhere and a little hidden gem that I think everyone needs to discover for themselves.
Also don’t sleep on the food. And the latte? One of the best I’ve had in LA. I’m serious.“

“👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼Buen Ambiente, buena música.“

“Heyyyy, this is a nice spot in Culver! I don’t love the Culver bar scene, but this tucked away spot is great. Great bartender, good service, and fantastic DJ and music. Good seating without it being a ton, and it got lively after 10:30pm on a Friday. Good prices too!“

“We came here for a coworker's birthday. They called ahead and prepared a special menu with our names on it, along with homemade cheesecake and whipped cream. We ordered the prime rib, broccoli and French onion soup. For the price, I would rate the steak 8.5/10. The service and ambiance of the restaurant was great. Highly recommended for dates, family dinners or corporate/clients.“

“Exquisite cocktails, beers, service, and clientele.!! But the real stars of the show are Nami, Gio, and Kel! The incredible staff behind the bar, who took care of me and my friend all night. I’ve always loved KTown and just moved to the area after a few years living elsewhere in LA. Last night was my first night at Normandie Bar and I’m so grateful to live a few blocks away for at least the next year. Lou the bouncer was a gem of human too. I can’t wait to be back. The pina colada is a standout, as I believe they sous vide the rum in angel’s food cake or something of the sort. Incredible selection of spirits from whiskey, tequila, mezcal, and more. I can go on and on. 10/10. Highly recommend this place!“

“Congrats on 20+ years of music and spreading the good word about Peirson Ross Music. We love you! ♥️✨✊🏼🎶“

“The cold platter was fantastic! Love the atmosphere. Love the decor. Great experience!“

“Great song and entertainment, and you never know who from music NYC you’ll run into at dinner!“

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

“Very elegant environment, great place for chatting among friends.“

“The best place to have a stogIE.
🚨Members and their guests ONLY 🚨
I have been quite a few times, most recently for a birthday party.
The food is always good and the waitresses and hostesses are pleasant, beautiful, and attentive.
The members are all chill and frIEndly too“

“Hotel Bel Air is heaven in California. Fabulous service. Luxurious rooms. A beautiful spa. Great for a staycation; very romantic.“

“LA jazz eclectic 🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️“

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