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    Ion Rooftop Pool Bar

    3.3 (21 reviews)
    PriceyLounges
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    ION ROOFTOP POOL BAR ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Add another place on your list for downtown people watching and socializing. The Ritz Carlton has a special little spot unknown to many for it's rooftop bar and lounge. It's called ION and it's on the 4th floor where you can see "the stars" and be in close proximity to all the other attractions Nokia Live has to offer. Just be aware of the closing time as it has been known to shut down early or have private events. Just give them a call and ask before going. Parking is $10 all night. Just leave by 4:30am

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    Lunch Lady S.

    Though a nice atmosphere and and chic location, I would steer clear of Ion for one thing alone: service. I'm all about LA Posh, but all establishments, be they trendy or not, should follow the same rules: - Getting a drink should not take an hour. - Getting food should not take 2 hours. I will give Ion a few thumbs up: the Manager was on her game, the servers were nice and when the drinks/food finally came, they were great but I honestly do not appreciate paying for something first and getting it 2+ hours later and having my credit card held hostage during that time. Long story short; the hotel itself was awesome but Ion was for the birds.

    Ion roof top JW Marriott :)  Sunday , fun day

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    Awesome !! Seems less posh then Standard " thinks " it is. Cool spot to watch the crowd grab a tan and get waisted.

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    It's not incredibly high since its only on the 4th floor, but high enough to see the commoners down below.

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    Mr. Wanderlust - A place to experience a quiet drink and conversation before you progress to the next room

    Mr. Wanderlust

    3.9(121 reviews)
    0.3 miDowntown

    5* Ambiance 5* Service…read more5* Coctails Level 8 really has done a fantastic job creating a jazz/entertainment bar with great service, drinks, and unpretentious service. The guests, come and go and at each moment, in any corner, be ready to be surprised and entertained by a live DJ, acrobat, burlesque performer, pianist and singer. What a show! Veronica at the bar was fantastic and made us drinks just to our order. Supper knowledgable, helpful and kind. Definitely, this place is a great hangout after a meal... be prepared to be be dazzled and entertained.

    Gonna try to paint the picture in as few words as possible. Sorry for the long narrative:…read more 1) I planned out a special night for my wife throughout all of Level 8 2) Had reservations set at Lucky Mizu for Dinner to Mr. Wanderlust for Cocktails and Entertainment and then to Sinners and Santos for Drinking and Dancing for Latin Night 3) Showed up for our 6:45 PM reservation at Lucky Mizu but was turned away 3 times stating they didn't have seats available. After being seated 40 minutes later, service took 20 minutes to take our order, and another 30 minutes to be served. Food was 'okay', there was no entertainment, and multiple customers were unhappy with similar slow service... but some of them were comped parts of their meals.. we didn't even get a sorry until we spoke to the manager on our way out, expressing the reason was they had no idea it would be this busy on a Thursday (they take reservations, so...), and also blamed an 'all you can eat promotion' they promoted earlier, and they only had two serves on staff that night. 4) We were late to Mr. Wanderlust, but were luck to get two seats at the bar after another couple left. We order two cocktails and a coffee... and were charged just over $140. Then, we were asked to move because they wanted to take our seats. We asked about the bill to the bartendar, and she expressed that since she didn't take our original order, she couldn't help us. She simply just had us stand there. We were not going to pay since it seemed way off... until finally we spoke to a guy walking by. We showed him our ticket/receipt and said out loud, "this isn't right". He came back quickly with a revised bill of almost $120. This was still far too high, but no one else seemed interested in helping us find resolve, so we ate it since we didn't want to be late for part 3 of the night. 5) Hoping to salvage the night with drinks and dancing... we tried to find the entrance to Sinners and Santos for their advertised Latin night. We had made reservations here too, and had full confirmation of the reservation... BUT, after finally being directed to the entrance (outside on the patio), they were closed. No sign of why and no one who worked at the other locations had a reason, but they were just simply closed. 6) So, after paying $35 for parking, about $140 in cocktails and food while waiting for our initial reservation at Golden Hour and Que Barbaro, $150+ for dinner at Lucky Mizu, and $120 at Mr. Wanderlust... approximately $500 total... we didn't even get to dance. Maybe this place had a bad night, but based on what the workers said, and how they treated us... it sure seems like the norm. Don't get me wrong, the place is cool... some really great experiential elements and nice photo ops... but I would have had a much better time somewhere else. Super disappointed in this place.

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    Mr. Wanderlust - French Fries

    French Fries

    Mr. Wanderlust - Bottle service

    Bottle service

    Mr. Wanderlust - Tower of sliders, fries, sushi and truffle pizza - yummm

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    Tower of sliders, fries, sushi and truffle pizza - yummm

    Caña Rum Bar - Patio Room

    Caña Rum Bar

    3.9(671 reviews)
    0.3 miDowntown
    $$

    I've been here a few times, and they have a great selection of rums and rum based cocktails. I've…read morefound the cocktails to be good, but not the best I've had. The ambience depends on the time, it can be a chill bar before 10pm, and post 10 on the weekends it's more of a club atmosphere with a dj.

    Charming speak easy like hidden bar in Downtown L.A. where you have to go in back of the building…read morethrough the garage to see a canopy and burgundy colored drapery framing a reception desk & dark, open door. The entire bar is dark, mysterious with twinkle lights overhead. Like Las Vegas, once inside, it's hard to know if it's day or night outside. Only exception is in their outdoor patio mirrored on the sides like the hall at Versailles and sunlight coming in from above where smoking is allowed. We came early before 8pm during Happy Hour when non-members can enter with a person with a membership which allows 3 additional guests, and all guests are free to enter without a membership until 8pm. [$30 initial membership fee for a year and $20 annual renewal.] Caña (kahn yah) means cane in Spanish referring to sugar cane from which rum is made. Our bartender was helpful and personable welcoming us and taking our orders. Under advice from Caña member Elite Yelper, Isobel L., who graciously took us under her wing, we ordered a shot of Nicaraguan Flor de Caña Rum aged 12 years that came with a cigarillo. We adjourned from the bar to the patio to smoke our mini-stogies and sipped our rum. We came early when there were very few members so it was the perfect place to talk and mellow out. Those who want a more animated crowd probably should come much later when lively dance music begins, and booties start to swing. Caña Rum Bar: 4 stars

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    Caña Rum Bar - Arturo Fuente Curly Head Deluxe

    Arturo Fuente Curly Head Deluxe

    Caña Rum Bar - Bar Hall

    Bar Hall

    Caña Rum Bar - Bartender was helpful and personable welcoming us and taking our orders.

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    Bartender was helpful and personable welcoming us and taking our orders.

    Seven Grand - Classic drink choices

    Seven Grand

    4.0(2.3k reviews)
    0.7 miDowntown
    $$

    Anyone that leaves anything other than 5 stars needs to stay inside because this place has layers…read moreto it and the service is on time and on purpose Thaliyah was excellent definitely coming bk

    As Grand As it gets…read more I've been stopping in to Seven Grand for well over a decade now O.O and I still love this top notch whiskey bar lounge in Downtown Los Angeles. From fun nights out, special occasions, whiskey tastings, exploring the speakeasy... playing some pool, enjoying libations, taking in live music, perfect outings on the patio, the occasional cigar. So many great memories and experiences created here including some awesome date days with my other half. If stopping in for the first time you'll discover S.G. on 7th and Grand Avenue with a door person usually always at the bottom of the staircase just outside of the restaurant/cocktail bar Zaya (which has been many incarnations including Bar CDMX, V and Mas Malo). Provide them with a valid ID, as anybody over 21 should have a valid form of identification on them at all times, not just for driving or access to 21+ events or establishments, but for safety. And Seven Grand cares about everyone and their safety. They value their staff as much as their customers. And it shows in every way from thoughtful space in all directions, great pool tables, a whiskey, bourbon and scotch curated cocktail menu, even some good brew/beer. Awesome hallways with cabinet lockers, the cleanest restrooms, great dim dark warm lighting, fun fixtures and true DTLA vibes that feel old timey yet also very modern. Seven Grand is open to all and all are welcome. Stellar daily happy hour 4pm to 8pm. I love a good $10 Toki Highball at 5pm, but you can't go wrong with their classic old fashion also. All the bartenders are incredible as well as personable. S Grand is open every day from 4pm until 2am. Loads of lots close by as well as the Metro station at 7th and Metro. Though the trains currently stop just a little after midnight. Rideshare is also your friend, which now includes Waymo in the area. Discover Seven Grand also in San Diego, Austin or Denver. If planning an event you inquire with Stephen via email for personal parties, events with a budget and even corporate parties. They're very accommodating with a good amount of notice. When we had my boyfriend's birthday here they reserved a table for us and set us up with everything we needed. Thinking of having my next birthday here myself both at Seven Grand and Bar Jackalope (their hidden speakeasy). Support your awesome LA Whiskey Bar!

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    Seven Grand - Haven for whiskey, offering a vintage playground that harks back to a bygone era.

    Haven for whiskey, offering a vintage playground that harks back to a bygone era.

    Seven Grand - Old fashioned

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    Bar lamp close up

    Elevate Lounge - Bottle selections: 1x Hennessy and 2x goose

    Elevate Lounge

    3.3(1.2k reviews)
    0.6 miDowntown
    $$
    Private events
    Rooftop seating

    Came here with friends, we had a wonderful time!!…read more The line was relatively short to check ID and gain entry- they gave us the cutest smiley face stamps! All of the staff were very friendly and happy. There were many security guards posted and keeping a watchful eye, which made us feel more secure! And the bartender made us delicious drinks! I asked for something fruity, and he created a mixed drink that was exactly what I wanted :) He even had me try it and ensured I liked it before charging me! The DJ and music were fun and exciting! Everyone in the crowd was dancing and laughing throughout the night! Plus the views were gorgeous from the 21st floor!

    Coming here on a night out, the place has a good view as it's located on the 21st floor. Valet is…read moreonly $15 which is pretty good, line is stationed outside and will get ID'd and patted down, I believe if no tickets the fee is $30 cash and $33 card. That's what my party had to pay atleast. The lounge area is pretty nice, two bar locations with one being at the front entrance and one towards the back (easier to go through the bathroom hallway to get there). I enjoyed the music, some weren't my favorite but a good time nonetheless. Got an AMF drink for $22. Owner made sure that one of our friends chain wasn't snatched and that it dropped when we lost the pendant and even offered his personal cell to contact him. Camera's everywhere and cleaning crew full sweep. Honestly, really down to earth based off our one and only interaction that night.

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    Elevate Lounge - Adios and Cosmopolitan around $20 each

    Adios and Cosmopolitan around $20 each

    Elevate Lounge - Dance floor

    Dance floor

    Elevate Lounge - A photo of the view from the balcony

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    A photo of the view from the balcony

    Library Bar

    Library Bar

    3.9(1.9k reviews)
    0.7 miDowntown
    $$

    Took some friends here who were visiting and wanted a Speakeasy experience…read more It was maybe 9:30/10pm on a Friday and it wasn't super busy. We were able to get a seat on the coach and order drinks from the bar relatively quickly. Prices were pretty typical of LA ($18-25 a cocktail) but I would say I probably won't come back this late as it's in a shadier part of town. They have a bouncer and it was fine inside, but it's not a place where you can bar hop if that's what you're looking for as the area is seedy. Would be interested to try the food next time, but again, the safety and comfort of the light of day.

    NOVEMBER 26.2025…read more I've been through many iterations of The Library Bar over the years... from small and cozy secret bar for those that work in the looming skyscrapers of Downtown LA to being some noisy urban hip hop affair that served godawful drinks (see my past review!), and on back to being a calm and casual neighborhood bar again. The interior never changes... dark... illuminated by candlelight... the bust of Shakespeare over the fireplace, the shelves of old books-- all of it remains intact. But this latest Library Bar seems to have finally dialed in what was always sorely missing in that it showcases a conscientious staff that all seem to know how to mix drinks while treating the customer well by leaving them be. On one night my date and I share a "Black Manhattan," basically a Manhattan with the generous addition of Averna, and it's terrific. On another night, I go for Happy Hour and a few pints of Guinness on draft that are surprisingly proper and go well with their excellent and, I'm told, homemade Hummus & Veggies Plate. The music at this current Library Bar is pretty much on point and is never so loud as to interfere with the conversations that patrons seem to come here for... something you should come here for too, and maybe at Happy Hour specifically if you're looking for a nice bump in your day and to spend an hour, well, happily.

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    Library Bar - French 75

    French 75

    Library Bar - Classic Burger

    Classic Burger

    Library Bar - The Black Manhattan ~ the classic with the addition of Averna... delicious.

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    The Black Manhattan ~ the classic with the addition of Averna... delicious.

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