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Trip

Perched on the edge of Santa Monica, Trip is indeed a trip. From the outside, it looks like an everyday neighborhood bar, but the club is actually one of the Westside's leading hot spots, with nightly no-cover live music, comedy and burlesque.

The Redwood Bar & Grill

A longtime haunt for politicians and journalists, this downtown bar hosts an endless parade of punks and roots rockers on its small, low stage, set against a festively nautical backdrop of fishing nets and mermaid paintings.

The Satellite

Once known as Spaceland and, before that, Pan, this Silver Lake bar continues to host before-they're-famous indie-rock bands alongside the occasional anti-comedian and film screening. Mondays are usually no cover.

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Eagle
4219 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029
323-669-9472
http://www.eaglela.com "LA's premiere leather bar," The Eagle sees its share of big bears and bondage-geared big daddies, but possibly due to its Silver Lake locale, it's not the most intimidating of its ilk. It's actually a pretty amiable bar to imbibe in. That is, if you're comfortable with gay porn on the TV monitors, lube samples in the bathroom, cash-only drinks served in plastic cups and parties with names like "Meatrack." Less aggressive and poly-sexual parties will want to flock to the expansive outdoor patio, which provides a bit of an escape from the manly mayhem inside. Still, those landing at the Eagle should be prepared for overt boozing and cruising in a sweaty, testosterone fueled environment. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
Eagle Rock Brewery
3056 Roswell St. Los Angeles, CA 90065
323-257-7866
http://www.eaglerockbrewery.com From the outside, Eagle Rock Brewery, hidden on a drab side street in a mostly industrial stretch of Atwater Village, hardly qualifies as having ambience. It certainly isn't a bar. Yet the brewery's diminutive tasting room has, in the past year, become an indispensable neighborhood watering hole. The credit goes to owners Jeremy Raub, his father, Steve, and his wife, Ting Su, who, with tastings, special events and food trucks, have turned the brewery into something of a hot spot. They've done it in a way that is both calculated and totally organic. Sure, the quarters are cramped. Patrons jockey for position and eye each other just as they would in an actual bar. But mostly, the tasting room boasts the best facets of a neighborhood bar (warmth, charm, mellow clientele) without its most obnoxious elements (deafening volume, creepy dudes, terrible drinks). Also, Eagle Rock Brewery makes some really great beer. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
East Village Arts District
downtown Long Beach Long Beach, CA 90803
562-436-4259
http://www.downtownlongbeach.org
Eastside Luv Wine Bar y Queso
1835 E. First St. Los Angeles, CA 90033
323-262-7442
http://www.eastsideluv.com The true definition of L.A.'s "Eastside" may be debatable, but this Boyle Heights fave's Easty cred sure isn't. Across the street from famed Mariachi Plaza (where ornately dressed musicians gather for gigs), Luv is a homage to Latino culture, with a sexy-classy feel. Chandeliers done like giant chain-link lowrider steering wheels, flocked walls, Mexican movie posters, a candle-covered altar/fireplace, and signs that read "Los Winos" above the men's room and "Las Chulas" above the ladies' are just some of the touches that make it unique. There's even a "lowered," bar serving beer and wine, some embellished with a saladito (died prune soaked in salt). Jazzy music, funky DJs and sultry burlesque dancers on weekends make this bar be-luved by people from all sides of town. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
EB's Beer & Wine Bar
6333 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA 90036-3109
323-549-2157
http://www.ebbeerwinebar.qpg.com
Ebisu Japanese Tavern
356 E. Second St. Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-613-1644
http://www.ebisu-la.com How many izakaya are there in Los Angeles? How many grains of sand lie upon Zuma Beach? Ebisu, named after the nightlife-intensive Tokyo neighborhood, comes from the people behind the splendid noodle shop Daikokuya, which introduced Little Tokyo to the pork-rich tonkotsu style of ramen. Like Daikokuya, Ebisu, fitted into the space that used to house the local Mandarin Deli, is nostalgically themed — suburban postwar, is my guess, with big fish on the walls, leatherette booths and a scattering of exotica that would look at home on the jacket of a Martin Denny album. For some reason, I kept thinking of late-’60s Marina del Rey, although I’m sure the designer is riffing on some classic Asagaya joint that the regulars could reference in a second. Unlike the rest of the izakaya in town at the moment, Ebisu is both huge and easy to get into on a weekend night, possibly because its menu of traditional Japanese appetizers, noodle soups and teriyaki dinners hews a little too close to the Japanese food you could actually taste in Little Tokyo in the Summer of Love, and possibly because it is too slick to appeal to the fans of Haru Ulala next door. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
Ecco Ultra Lounge
1640 Cahuenga Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028
323-464-2065
http://www.eccohollywood.com Billed as Hollywood's first and only certified eco-friendly lounge, the intimate space (formally known as Tokio) offers energy-efficient LED lighting, power supplied by the LA Department of Water & Power's Green Power resources, recycled steel air pressure toilets and waterless urinals. It's surprisingly space-age looking for a spot that touts earthy alternatives, but the decor does go with the music (mostly techo, house and electro). Currently open weekends only with biggie DJs on the decks. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
Echo Country Outpost
1770 Glendale Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026
323-667-9606
http://www.echocountryoutpost.com
The Echo
1822 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026
213-413-8200
http://www.attheecho.com The longtime Nayarit nightclub is a lively Echo of its old self, with indie, post-punk, funky soul, country, dance nights and even kids' music. Other events range from wine tastings to spoken-word readings. The Echo Park club is connected to a separate-admission bigger room downstairs, the Echoplex. Many indie-rock and punk bands have made the Echo their home over the years, including W.A.C.O., the reunited Germs, Tulsa Skull Swingers, Summer Darling and the Gears, as well as touring combos like the Dirtbombs, Jesse Sykes & the Sweet Hereafter, the Ettes and Southern Culture on the Skids. The Echo has a full bar, with an outdoor smoking patio. Monday nights are generally no cover. Age limit varies. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
The Echoplex
1154 Glendale Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026
213-413-8200
http://www.attheecho.com The Echoplex is physically connected to its upstairs neighbor, the Echo Park nightclub the Echo, but it's so much larger and into its own thing that it has a separate back-alley entrance and even street address. Reggae, hip-hop, funk, LGBT and other dance nights trade off with live music. Regular events include Funky Sole, Part Time Punks, the Americana roundup Grand Ole Echo and L.A.'s best reggae night, Dub Club, which often features legendary names straight out of Jamaica. The large stage, full sound system and dark lighting make the Echoplex an appropriate venue for big punk and indie-rock shows, as well as occasional spoken-word slams, beer and wine tastings, and even rollerskating. Kid Congo & the Pink Monkey Birds, Heartless Bastards, Wire, Au Revoir Simone, Big Youth, Holly Beth Vincent, T.S.O.L., Puro Instinct, Ximena Sarinana, Dntel, the Sadies and the Adolescents are among the performers who've appeared live at the Echoplex. Full bar plus a smoking patio. Age limit varies. Street parking, with more parking available in a nearby metered public lot. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
The Eclectic Wine Bar & Grille
5156 Lankershim Blvd. North Hollywood, CA 91601
818-760-2233
http://www.eclecticwinebarandgrille.com Situated in the center of the hip NoHo Arts district, the Eclectic CafAA(c) specializes in California-eclectic cuisine served in a romantic candlelit setting. Start off with Chinese pot stickers, chicken satay (both $5.95) or the best crab cakes in town ($9.95); then move on to one of the 21 mouth-watering pastas, including chicken Madeira with mushrooms, rosemary chicken penne and Cajun angel-hair pasta ($10.95; other pastas ranging from $8.95 to $14.95). Now featuring a variety of fresh grilled fish and steaks! The luscious desserts - including a smashing tiramisAA1 ($4.95) - are made fresh in-house daily. Don't miss the unlimited champagne brunch on Sunday! Lunch and dinner seven days, brunch Sun. Beer and wine; takeout; delivery; catering; parking; reservations suggested. AE, CB, DC, DIS, MC, V. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
Eden
1650 N. Schrader Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90028
323-960-3300
http://www.edenhollywood.com Syndicate Hospitality have done it again with this swanky, nature-inspired spot in the space that used to house their popular Opera nightclub. The name references owner David Judaken's long-gone grotto, Garden of Eden, but gives it a more modern, arty twist. Bizarre yet beautiful hanging sculptures fall from the ceiling, as wood walls, earthy hues and lighting make it feel surprisingly warm and comfy for an upscale oasis. There's not a proper dance floor, but all the booths are equipped with table-like platforms made for toppling while tipsy. DJs play a mix of pop hits, electro and hip-hop for stylish, often famous crowd. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
Eden Garden Bar & Grill
175 E. Holly St. Pasadena, CA 91103
626-440-1422
http://www.edengardenbarandgrill.com California cuisine in a nice room. Full bar. No cover/min. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
The Edison
108 W. Second St. Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-613-0000
http://www.edisondowntown.com You turn down a dark alley, slipping between two brick warehouses. You see a door, nothing special, just a black door. You open it and walk inside. You hear the faint squeaks and squawks of a '20s-era brass band. Take the staircase down a flight, and the jazzy horns get louder. At the bottom is a giant iron furnace, nearly the size of a small home. (The club is inside the Higgins Building, site of the first privately owned power plant in the country, and many of the fixtures survive.) A poolroom is just beyond the main bar, where you stand. You order a lavender bourbon, a special of the house. You have arrived at the Edison. Despite the deep, dark recess of the Edison's location below street level, it's cozy with oversize club chairs and swanky leather sofas dotting the room. Retro cocktails include a Charlie Chaplin, a boilermaker, even a fresh gimlet and two menu pages' worth of single-malt scotch. Thursdays feature live music; on Fridays and Saturdays, the tempo picks up with regular DJs on the decks. There's a dress code - no torn jeans or ratty tennis shoes; if you're going to play the part, you should look it too. It's a small price to pay to enter a time machine. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
El Adobe De Capistrano
31891 Camino Capistrano San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
949-493-1163
http://www.eladobedecapistrano.com Like many San Juan Capistrano watering holes, this one embraces local history. Located across the street from the home of venerable Orange County justice of the peace Richard Egan, El Adobe features a cozy room to get a cool drink. The interior has the feel of an authentic turn-of-the-century adobe, with its plaster walls and exposed wood-beam roof. The Adobe also pays homage to Southern California history by hanging a Mexican Tricolor next to the Stars and Stripes. The ornate wood bar offers a full complement of wines, liquors and beers, the latter served in large schooners. The favorite Mexican restaurant of el Presidente Richard Nixon. Stop by the presidential booth, and order the President's Choice (guacamole, chile relleno, chicken enchilada, beef taco, Spanish rice and refried beans). Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
El Amanecer
3040 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026
323-662-5295
Upstairs features the Latin music nightclub Los Globos. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
El Baron
8641 W. Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
310-841-6298
El Baron in Culver City is a pupuseria with a night club problem. See, the steaming rounds of freshly fried masa, pushed to the limit inside with pork skins, cheese, loroco and more, are among the better versions you'll find west of the 101. But just behind the simple tables and Tupperware containers full of salsa is a full-on homemade nightclub. The dance floor isn't much bigger than a living room and the cheeky lasers, strobes and neon beams will have you believing you stumbled into a quinceañera dance party at someone's house. And you're not far off, considering the upbeat music selection with eggaeton influences and the chatty uncles who like to hang at the edge of the scene. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
El Caserio Restaurant and Bar
309 N. Virgil Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90004
323-664-9266
http://www.elcaseriola.com At El Caserio, one of the few Ecuadoran kitchens in Los Angeles, you spoon the incendiary chile sauce aji over puffy white-cheese empanadas, the mashed-potato pancakes called llapingachos, or fresh-corn humitas, over fried green plantains or an already spicy goat stew. If you are of a mind to, you can also use the aji to spice up the penne alla vodka, spaghetti with pesto or any of the other Italian pastas that make up a huge chunk of the menu here. To wash it down, there’s Chianti, Ecuadoran beer or the delicious, peculiar juice of the Andean mountain blackberry mora, which tastes like new wine. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
El Caserio Restaurant and Bar
401 Silver Lake Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026
213-273-8945
http://www.elcaseriola.com At El Caserio, one of the few Ecuadoran kitchens in Los Angeles, you spoon the incendiary chile sauce aji over puffy white-cheese empanadas, the mashed-potato pancakes called llapingachos, or fresh-corn humitas, over fried green plantains or an already spicy goat stew. If you are of a mind to, you can also use the aji to spice up the penne alla vodka, spaghetti with pesto or any of the other Italian pastas that make up a huge chunk of the menu here. To wash it down, there's Chianti, Ecuadoran beer or the delicious, peculiar juice of the Andean mountain blackberry mora, which tastes like new wine. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
El Cholo Cafe
840 E. Whittier Blvd. La Habra, CA 90631
562-691-4618
http://www.elcholo.com First served up by Rosa Bírquez in 1923 in LA's original El Cholo Cafe (her grandson Ron Salisbury owns the restaurant group these days), the place's green corn tamales are a Southern California dining institution. On bites two and three, you'll find oozing sharp Cheddar cheese and Ortega chiles, which combined compete against the sweet corn with a snappy alternative. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
El Cid
4212 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029
323-668-0318
http://www.elcidla.com Circa 1900, legendary filmmaker D.W. Griffith built what is currently known as Silver Lake restaurant and club El Cid. Years later, he used the venue to screen his highly controversial Birth of a Nation. Rumor has it moviegoers were charged two bucks to see the flick, an outrageous price in those days, so you can imagine what those same audiences would think today if they could walk down El Cid's uneven stairs and order a $30 margarita. Assuming their heads didn't explode upon viewing the drink menu, they'd discover that the cost of the beverage comes from the inclusion of Don Julio 1942 (because it can't be the Grand Marnier, lime juice or sweet-and-sour). Then again, if the people of the early 1900s could sample tequila from the 1940s, they'd be sipping away while daydreaming about flying cars and hover boards, because that's what humans do when we fantasize about the future. This historic Spanish-style restaurant is perched elegantly on the western edge of Silver Lake, with airy patios and a garden. Entertainment includes flamenco, dinner theater, comedy and live music. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
El Corita Restaurant & Bar
2676 Pasadena Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90031
323-276-8211
El Dorado Restaurant
3014 N. Studebaker Road Long Beach, CA 90808
562-421-2122
Bacon-wrapped shrimp are the way to go at this old-school diner and live-music venue in Long Beach; otherwise, stick to the appetizers. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
El Floridita Restaurant
1253 N. Vine St. Los Angeles, CA 90038
323-871-8612
http://www.elfloridita.com Wedged into a nondescript Hollywood mini-mall, this Cuban-style restaurant is decorated with glittery lights and mirrored walls and presents music and salsa dancing. Live music every Fri.-Sat. & Mon. Full bar. All ages. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>
El Galleon
411 Crescent Ave. Avalon, CA 90704
310-510-1188
http://www.catalinahotspots.com/el_galleon/index.asp This popular seaside bar and restaurant is really several places in one. Located just steps from the beach along Avalon Harbor on Catalina Island, El Galleon is a big tourist draw with its airy patio and come-as-you-are, welcoming vibe. With several big-screen TVs (including a 65-inch plasma HD set), the restaurant also doubles as a hardcore sports bar that brings in a crowd of loyal locals, especially in the late afternoons and evenings, when the joint turns into a hopping karaoke bar. There's also a bluesy, jazzy feel to the place, with Mardi Gras beads dangling from ornate chandeliers, and artwork and figurines of legendary musicians evoking New Orleans. The upstairs mezzanine is used as banquet room and offers a more private respite from the hubbub in the main room. On top of all that, the bar serves a wide selection of German beers and fine European wines, as well as Bloody Marys that are infused with milk from Catalina's herd of wild buffalo. Not to be outdone, the restaurant proffers a wonderful mix of tropical specialties (such as the applewood-smoked luau plum barbecue ribs), continental fare (Polish kielbasa) and, not surprisingly, given El Galleon's beachfront setting, a wide range of seafood, including shrimp cocktails, oysters and French-fried calamari. Happy hour runs from 3 to 6 p.m. daily. All ages. Open daily. Read more about this Los Angeles bar or club >>

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