When the sun sets over the Pacific Ocean, Los Angeles shifts into a vibrant nightlife playground. Neon lights illuminate bars and restaurants as the city’s social scene comes alive, offering plenty of opportunities to relax after a day of meetings or to spot a celebrity or two. Avoid the hassle of L.A. traffic and spend the evening exploring hot spots known for great food, creative cocktails and memorable atmospheres.
After a day at the downtown convention center, head up to Perch, a rooftop bar with sweeping cinematic views of the Los Angeles skyline. For dinner, take a short cab ride to Katsuya on West Olympic for refined sushi, or try Rock’n Fish next door for cooked seafood dishes. Once you’re refueled, challenge colleagues to a few rounds of pinball at EightyTwo, a lively barcade that serves craft cocktails in Mason jars.
A few blocks west lies Koreatown, a lively neighborhood filled with restaurants and nightlife options. If you’re feeling adventurous, Bok a private booth karaoke at Break Room 86 delivers an over-the-top retro experience paired with an extensive cocktail menu to calm any stage fright. For a more intimate cocktail evening, look for the entrance to Lock & Key, a speakeasy-style spot known for its hidden-door concept and inventive drinks.
Hollywood’s Bar Marmont exudes classic L.A. glamour. Tucked inside the legendary Chateau Marmont Hotel, this chic bar attracts a fashionable crowd and remains a reliable place to enjoy an elegant night out.
West Hollywood—often called WeHo—is a lively neighborhood celebrated for its nightlife and the annual LA Pride parade each June. Wine lovers can sample selections at Vinoteque, while The Abbey offers a high-energy scene where dining, dancing and socializing converge.
Amelie at Ahmanson Theatre © AHMANSON THEATRE
For live theater, the Ahmanson Theatre downtown and Hollywood’s Pantages Theatre stage major productions coming from Broadway, while Culver City’s Kirk Douglas Theatre showcases more experimental and contemporary plays. If comedy is more your speed, check schedules for improv shows at The Second City, iO West or Improv LA—each offers a variety of performances and regular lineups of talented comedians.
Whether you’re seeking an elegant cocktail, a late-night bite, Broadway-caliber theater or a comedy set that keeps you laughing, Los Angeles provides a diverse after-dark scene. Take a seat, enjoy the show and let the city’s nightlife create the perfect ending to your day.