The best bars & nightlife in Santa Monica

Easygoing restaurant fixing up local staples such as burgers, tacos & wings, plus craft beer on tap.

17877 Von Karman Ave Unit 110 (Irvine)

Funky, industrial venue serving globally inspired pub food paired with house beers.

2210 E Orangewood Ave (Anaheim)

Funky, old-school cocktail bar with pool tables, games on TV & Mexican food brought from next door.

3400 E Broadway (Long Beach)

Japanese cocktail bar featuring old fashions, corn dogs, sushi, wagyu skirt, shaved ice desserts and wasabi fries.

1731 E 4th St (Long Beach)

Photos of movie stars deck the walls at this historic, no-frills bar, famous for its jukebox.

6245 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

Old-timey, New Orleans-themed option for nonalcoholic cocktails, beignets & espresso drinks.

1313 S Harbor Blvd (Anaheim)

Upscale Californian cuisine, vast wine list & Craftsman decor in Disney's Grand Californian Hotel.

1600 Disneyland Dr (Anaheim)

Familiar bar offering beers, cocktails and pub grub, plus pool tables.

2746 E 4th St (Long Beach)

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

13130 Jamboree Rd (Irvine)

Second, spacious location of craft beer bar with plenty on tap & Mexican snacks.

1220 N Spring St (Los Angeles)

Storied music club presenting blues, jazz, R&B, hip-hop, spoken word, burlesque & more since 1931.

1432 4th St

Health-focused snacks & drinks stand at Hollywoodland in the Disney California Adventure theme park.

1313 Disneyland Dr (Anaheim)

New York's famed spot for creative drinks with a New American menu & a speakeasy vibe.

818 E 3rd St (Los Angeles)

Small, old Hollywood hipster hangout featuring cocktails, dartboards & a jukebox.

1714 Highland Ave (Los Angeles)

Relaxed choice for craft cocktails & bites with a Latin twist, plus music nights & an outdoor patio.

1115 E Wardlow Rd (Long Beach)

A Cuban-themed nightspot with a dress code offering a cigar lounge & burlesque-style salsa acts.

1159 N Western Ave (Los Angeles)

American eatery offering a variety of dishes like burgers, pizzas and waffles, plus beer and wine.

8150 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd (Anaheim)

High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.

1050 W Katella Ave (Anaheim)

Motorbike-themed bar, eatery & cafe with an industrial vibe & a menu of comfort food.

1580 Industrial St (Los Angeles)

Serving a menu of small-batch whiskeys, draft beer & other beverages in a cozy, low-lit space.

149 Linden Ave (Long Beach)

Rustic wood & dramatic beamed ceilings set the mood at this hip cocktail lounge for craft drinks.

1348 14th St

Seafood & pub grub in a high-energy, contemporary watering hole with sports on TV & outdoor seats.

101 Broadway

Housed on the historic Queen Mary, this classy cocktail lounge with live music has a 1930s-era vibe.

1126 Queens Hwy (Long Beach)

Contemporary rooftop bar (accessible by elevator down a questionable alley) serving Mediterranean small bites and creative cocktails.

617 S Spring St 8th floor (Los Angeles)

Stylish cocktail bar serving classics, and happy hour all day on Mondays.

136 E Anaheim St (Long Beach)

Festive pub offering myriad beer options, wine & TVs tuned to sports, plus live music.

8295 E Monte Vista Rd Ste B (Anaheim)

Neighborhood cocktail lounge offering beer, wine, and happy hours.

3515 N Eagle Rock Blvd (Los Angeles)

French-influenced coffeehouse meets bistro & wine bar in an artsy, minimalist atmosphere.

1440 Lincoln Blvd (Venice)

A variety of full-flavored beers offered at a microbrewery & tasting room in an industrial area.

1621 Sinclair St B (Anaheim)

Dimly-lit sipping spot & music venue with unusual Asian drinks tucked inside Sticky Rice Echo Park .

1801 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

Old school snacks along with craft cocktails from the Park's Finest group.

1263 W Temple St (Los Angeles)

Laid-back spot with a large outdoor area offering cocktails and bar food.

4327 W Adams Blvd (Los Angeles)

Chandeliers cast a warm glow at this vintage-chic cocktail bar, plus patio, fireplace & happy hour.

6423 Yucca St (Los Angeles)

Pizza & salads, plus craft beer, cocktails & barrel-aged ales in a busy, industrial-chic venue.

518 W Willow St (Long Beach)

Chic, breezy place with patio seats for New American fare with flair & clever cocktails.

19530 Jamboree Rd (Irvine)

Live music plays at this retro bar opened in 1972 with red velvet wallpaper & pin-up art.

2370 N Tustin Ave (Santa Ana)

Dark & moody, this long-standing hangout offers classic cocktails, plus DJs, burlesque & live bands.

1123 Vine St (Los Angeles)

Laid-back hangout with a rooftop lounge known for its extensive selection of craft brews on tap.

305 E 4th St Ste 200 (Santa Ana)

Rum is the star spirit at this sleek indoor-outdoor bar where an annual membership fee is required.

714 W Olympic Blvd (Los Angeles)

Trendy intimate lounge features top-shelf cocktails & bistro fare in a sophisticated low-lit venue.

1449 2nd St

Outpost of a craft brewery specializing in ales & lagers, situated inside the Lamppost PIzzeria.

14450 Culver Dr Ste E (Irvine)

Relaxed local hangout with a lineup of music acts plus events like open-mike & comedy nights.

5456 Del Amo Blvd (Long Beach)

Mixology-focused bar & event venue offering a swanky take on the Old West theme for private events.

1233 Vine St (Los Angeles)

Serene outpost showcasing California craft beers, wine, pretzels & charcuterie plates in Disneyland.

Disney California Adventure Park (Anaheim)

Brewery specializing in pizza as well as burgers, and showcasing live events, such as candlelight shows.

230 Pine Ave (Long Beach)

Midcentury vibes greet hotel guests & Hollywood industry types for craft cocktails with snacks.

1800 Argyle Ave (Los Angeles)

This local landmark whips up tropical drinks in a tiny room covered in tikis & Hawaiian decor.

4427 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

Historic theater featuring mostly pop & rock bands in a sizable yet intimate art deco space.

3790 Wilshire Blvd (Los Angeles)

Country-themed nightspot with music events, a mechanical bull & a menu of burgers & hot dogs.

3321 South St (Long Beach)

Live music venue draws crowds with popular rock, alternative, jazz & blues acts, plus food.

3503 S Harbor Blvd (Santa Ana)

Tabula Rasa Bar pours 20 wines by the glass and backs it up with a 200-bottle list, plus a full food menu that makes lingering dangerously…

5125 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

Unsung Brewing Company is Anaheim’s own brewery, turning out fresh, flavorful beer that just hits right after a long day. Their online shop…

500 S Anaheim Blvd (Anaheim)

Slip into The Blind Rabbit for a prohibition-inspired hideaway where you enter through sake barrels, exit through a bookcase, and sip…

440 S Anaheim Blvd #104 (Anaheim)

Make this week easy with Marina Wine & Craft Beer Bar, where live tunes roll Wednesday through Sunday and the wine and craft beer lineup…

194 N Marina Dr Unit 101 (Long Beach)

RISE Rooftop Lounge pairs sky-high views of the Disneyland fireworks with shareable California tapas like pizzas, sushi, and Michelada…

1030 W Katella Ave (Anaheim)

Handsome, low-lit & moody lounge for mixology & cocktails with a focus on whiskey.

1704 Vine St (Los Angeles)

Indoor/outdoor beach spot offering Swiss & American eats, beer, wine & happy hour.

205 Ocean Front Walk (Venice)

Stylish outdoor steakhouse offering choice cuts, seafood & more with Bowl views. Open seasonally.

2301 Highland Ave (Los Angeles)

Laid-back, coastal-chic pub with a rotating selection of craft beers, plus burgers & tacos.

5271 2nd St (Long Beach)

Laid-back spot serving up tinned fish, charcuterie, cheese and caviar, plus beer and wine as well as other small plates.

361 S Broadway (Los Angeles)

Industrial-style wine bar offering simple dishes made with local ingredients, and a popular happy hour.

2981 Michelson Dr Ste e (Irvine)

Strip-mall watering hole pouring beer & cocktails in a no-frills setup with a jukebox & pool tables.

2162 W Lincoln Ave (Anaheim)

Intimate, community-based, entertainment venue featuring stand-up comics, open mics and classes.

2525 Michigan Ave Unit F4

Bar, restaurant, and lounge dishing up American favorites in a cozy, garden-inspired setting with a patio.

1657 Ocean Ave

Relaxed watering hole serving various cocktails alongside pizzas and other snacks.

1227 E 4th St (Long Beach)

Warm eatery offering seasonal fare alongside classic cocktails and beer in modern quarters.

18555 Jamboree Rd (Irvine)

Vintage-chic, 2-story restaurant & lounge with world-inspired eats & creative cocktails & infusions.

1212 3rd Street Promenade

Shipwreck-themed bar with exotic cocktails such as Mai Tais and tropical decor.

270 S Clementine St (Anaheim)

Hipsters fill up on heaping plates of homestyle comfort grub plus cocktails on the big heated patio.

1760 Hillhurst Ave (Los Angeles)

A variety of beers on tap and casual eats served in a vibrant, TV-filled sports bar.

6362 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd (Anaheim)

Neighborhood wine bar with a selection of natural wines, plus pizza, pasta, and other Italian bites.

868 S Olive St (Los Angeles)

Modern Latin fare & house cocktails pair up in stylish, tropical environs with a large bar & patio.

612 E 11th St (Los Angeles)

Cozy taproom featuring an ever-changing lineup of hard ciders, along with wine and beer.

904 Virgil Ave (Los Angeles)

Kitschy beach-view sports bar with a long history providing pub grub, draft beers & outdoor patios.

1615 Ocean Front Walk

Serving sweet & savory waffle sandwiches & 30+ beers in hip, modern digs with reclaimed furnishings.

440 S Anaheim Blvd (Anaheim)

Sustainable seafood is served at this casual restaurant and market with an Italian-inspired raw bar.

2724 Main St

Cozy neighborhood bistro for wood-fired pizzas, wine-friendly small plates & classic cocktails.

1736 Ocean Park Blvd

Neighborhood eatery for tapas with Spanish touches (including jamón, manchego and fried eggplant) as well as a wine list and cocktails.

516 Santa Monica Blvd

Wines by the glass, or to-go by the bottle, with globally-inspired bites in a candlelit room.

5140 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

Comedy club featuring big names & up-and-comers, plus offering a full food & drink menu.

527 Spectrum Center Dr (Irvine)

Lively eatery offering pizza, sandwiches, and other comfort foods with craft beer and a full bar.

1634 N Cahuenga Blvd (Los Angeles)

Modern microbrewery for craft-beer options, featuring a tasting room with science-inspired decor.

1072 N Armando St (Anaheim)

Wine bar & restaurant offering an intimate setting for brunch, dinner & a unique bottle selection.

529 Rose Ave (Venice)

Relaxed wine shop and bistro featuring a cozy patio and a menu with French-inspired fare.

1145-1147 Loma Ave (Long Beach)

Family-run trattoria serves Italian comfort food, including handmade pasta, amid modest decor.

5732 Melrose Ave (Los Angeles)

Bar with upbeat atmosphere offers pool tables, beer, cocktails & a sizable dance floor.

735 N Anaheim Blvd (Anaheim)

Upscale Prohibition-themed bar with craft cocktails, stand-up comedy nights, burlesque shows & more.

1115 E Wardlow Rd (Long Beach)

Blue-cheese burgers & beer are the stars of this bustling, 21-&-over American gastropub.

1018 Montana Ave

Stylish neighborhood gastropub for comfort food small plates, craft cocktails & beer & wines on tap.

2827 Pico Blvd

Performing arts center with dramatic arched entrance seats 1,700+ for concerts, comedy acts & more.

2200 E Katella Ave (Anaheim)

Quiet, cozy wine bar pairs unique pours with small plates of French bistro fare, plus happy hour.

128 E 6th St (Los Angeles)

Well-known comedy club for seasoned & emerging stand-up acts, plus surprise celebrity guests.

151 S Pine Ave (Long Beach)

Relaxed fixture (that also serves coffee and tea), with a storybook theme, offering craft cocktails, beer and other tipples.

2332 Pacific Ave (Long Beach)

Wines by the glass, plus craft beer & light nibbles, draw locals to this cozy, urbane spot.

4628 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

Chill lounge at the House of Blues serving cocktails and offering live music.

400 Disney Way Ste 337 (Anaheim)

Family-run wine bar offering a selection of beers, snacks and charcuterie, plus wine flights.

280 S Lemon St (Anaheim)

This industrial-chic spot serving elevated Southern classics stocks an extensive array of whiskeys.

18169 Von Karman Ave (Irvine)

This intimate comedy club & bar offers a variety of classes, open mikes & stand-up performances.

1323-A 3rd St

Relaxed, friendly bar offering a wide range of wines and wine classes.

5640 2nd St (Long Beach)

Casual Tuscan eatery featuring a deli counter, plus an espresso bar and patio seating.

1512 Montana Ave

Contemporary rooftop bar with craft cocktails, DJ music, a full menu & fire pits.

1650 S Harbor Blvd (Anaheim)

Renowned comedy club (part of a chain) opened in 1974 & featuring a roster of shows, plus dining.

8162 Melrose Ave (Los Angeles)

Well-known comedy club for seasoned & emerging stand-up acts, plus surprise celebrity guests.

8001 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)