Veranda Bar at the Figueroa Hotel
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone: (213) 627-8971
- Cross Street:
- 9th Street
- Hours:
- Sun-Thu 4pm-12am, Fri-Sat 4pm-2am
Editorial Review for Veranda Bar at the Figueroa Hotel – by Paige Lipman
The Scene
Nestled discreetly inside the reinvented Figueroa Hotel, this spot is a refreshing reprieve from downtown's bustling streets. Pass through the historic hotel's exquisitely decorated front lobby and head upstairs to the comfortable yet stylish lounge. The antithesis of Sunset Strip hotel bars like Skybar or Whiskey Bar, Botero offers a mellow vibe, cozy indoor and outdoor seating, warm lighting, moderately priced drinks and old-school Angeleno style--without the hassle of fierce doormen and guest lists. Conveniently located between Staples Center and the Original Pantry, it's a great place to unwind with a cocktail after dinner or a game.
The Draw
If you don't go for the drinks, go to experience the eclectic mix of people. The crowd is as diverse as the cocktails, from artsy downtowners to international tour groups and the inevitable hotel guests.
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User Reviews for Veranda Bar at the Figueroa Hotel
11/05/2006 Posted by amlwesthol
Went here with some girlfriends last night. Had a really nice and relaxed time. The drinks are pricey, but right on par for LA. Really cool atmosphere and good looking people. It was trendy, but not too trendy. No issues getting in or to the bar. I will be coming back!!!
Pros: atmosphere
Cons: closes at 12 on the weekdays
09/14/2006 Posted by alisonkramer
I know "oasis" is used way too much in these reviews, but this sweet spot really does epitomize the word. Tasteful landscaping and round, heat-lamped tables sit around the bar while the bar hangs in the lanai just steps away. Perfect for a romantic cocktail before a play or a downtown dinner, or a more bustling affair of youngsters (USC is nearby) on the weekends.
Pros: Romantic, Low-Key
Cons: Crowds on weekends
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