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The Varnish
(Now Closed)Speakeasy, Cocktail Bar, and Lounge$$$$
Fashion District, Los Angeles
The experts at Eater and Food & Wine recommend this place
"... their hands with the Bartender's Choice."(8 Tips)
"Chef Eric Alperin of The Varnish Bar be a Chef"(4 Tips)
"cozy Downtown bar hosts live jazz piano each Monday night"(6 Tips)
"It's a little speakeasy place in the back of Cole's Sandwich Shop."(5 Tips)
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Marine MinasyanJanuary 19, 2010Loved the cosmopolitan 1927. Most drinks are very smooth and distinct in flavor.
Tiffany StithJune 11, 2009Have the Palma Fizz...enjoy the conversation...and the cool darkly paneled speak-easy vibe. A bien tot!
Have Chris make you a Bitter Bee. Anything he makes is delish
Gina RamosJune 5, 2016Never heard of a "speakeasy" that took down your name & you had to wait 15 mins to get in. After the 15 mins, we left. Maybe another time
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Classic Cocktails
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 7:00 PM–2:00 AM
(213) 622-9999
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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