Best Los Angeles After-Work Bar

Nightlife 2008

1. Backstage Bar & Grill
   

   

   10400 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA (map)

   Blow off steam after work in this old-school Culver City lounge.

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2. Fat Fish
   

   616 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA (map)

   A find on bustling Robertson, the inventive rolls and fun, tasty happy hour make this relaxed sushi eatery a welcome haven.

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3. Ye Olde King's Head
   

   116 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA (map)

   Authentic teas, pints and fish and chips at this lively British pub by the beach.

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4. Lola's
   

   945 N Fairfax Ave, West Hollywood, CA (map)

   The spot that launched the green apple martini offers a casual retreat from the attention-starved cruisers on the Strip.

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5. Nic's Restaurant
   

   453 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA (map)

   It's time to raise a toast at Beverly Hills' favorite neighborhood martini bar and celeb hangout.

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6. Mirabelle Restaurant
   

   8768 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA (map)

   Sunset Boulevard's favorite "subterranean" hot spot has become more than just a cocktail destination.

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7. Saints & Sinners
   

   10899 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA (map)

   Bigfoot Lodge owner launches swinging '70s-themed nightclub with early neighborhood/industry bar scene and live, late-night DJs.

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8. Cat N' Fiddle Pub & Restaurant
   

   6530 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA (map)

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9. Air Conditioned
   

   2819 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA (map)

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10. Zu Robata
    

    12217 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA (map)

    Hip Japanese restaurant's low blue backlight shines on Brentwood sophisticates sampling seafood specialties and potent concoctions.

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