17 Super Secret Bars In Los Angeles

Los Angeles has a long history of hidden bars and speakeasies, dating back to the prohibition era. In the past few years there has been a boom in these back alley, hidden door establishments. All of the places on our list are must see, but you may have to put in a little effort to find your way inside. Here’s our list of the best secret bars to visit in LA.
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Bar, American
Bar at the Raymond
Restaurant, Bar, Pub, American
Der Wolfskopf
Bar, Restaurant, German, European

The Del Monte
Bar, Restaurant, Italian

The Edison
Pub, Restaurant, Pub Grub, American

El Tigre Magnifico
Bar, American

Good Times at Davey Wayne’s
Bar, Beer

To get into Davey Wayne’s you have to go in through the garage and then through the only door available, which happens to be a refrigerator. Inside you are met with kitsch 70s decor, signature cocktails, a really delicious bar menu, and a DJ spinning the hottest hits from yesteryear.
Jackalope
Bar, Japanese, Pub Grub

La Descarga
Nightclub, American, Pub Grub

The Lock & Key
Bar, Cocktail Bar, Pub Grub

Lost Property Bar
Bar, American
No Vacancy
Bar, Pub Grub

The Parlour Lounge
Bar, Restaurant, Gastropub, Mexican

R Bar
Bar, Korean
The Red Door
Bar, American
Seventy7 Lounge
Wine Bar, Bar, Wine Seller, Pub Grub

The Varnish
Bar, French, American

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