Food is excellent Service is very catering Ambiance is very cozy Wednesday is jazz night. Im not sure if they still serve grill cheese and tomatoes soup? They used to, when I went there. The friends I have brought over there, they all very impress with The Edison. I will go again this Friday with few friends. Back to my old stumping ground, I am so looking forward to it. read more

This review is long overdue! I used to visit this place frequently and absolutely loved their wings, sassy drinks, and Old Fashioneds. The service was always friendly and attentive. I also appreciated the charming old-school rustic vibe, complete with silent films playing in the private room and the intriguing boiler area in the basement bar. The history of the place, including its ties to mini movies, adds so much character Recently, I discovered that it closed, but I'm thrilled to hear it will be reopening soon! I can't wait to see the changes they've made. read more

Really hoping the Edison reopens in the near future as I have really enjoyed celebrating my birthday there (pre-Covid)! Our party of 7 had a great dinner, wine, and free entertainment on a busy Saturday night. If you are looking for a spacious yet intimate 1920s speakeasy/restaurant for a memorable night out, this is it!! read more

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The Edison used to be considered the first, foremost, and most popular Speakeasy in Los Angeles. It was always packed full of people and sooo much fun. Now, it's "so 2007" and; so, move on and go to other cool bars, lounges, and speakeasy's. There are so many to try! read more

If you left anything, but a five star review, I don't trust you. This place is super special on the jazz. They have is big band which almost doesn't exist on this planet anymore. Shame on you for not loving this place and giving them five stars! Also, they are very cool cocktails read more

This has got to be one of my favorite nightlife spots in Los Angeles! It's a 1920s dream! If you're looking for something unique, classy (hello vintage!), visually stimulating, with great drinks and free entertainment (this was one of my favorite spots in LA to perform!)- you have to visit The Edison. The ambiance is everything. It's like a turn of the century, electric, moody, speakeasy vibe. I can't even really find the words to describe it, you just have to go. The space is pretty big with lots of different rooms to mingle in and the staff are wonderful. Just an all around great time. read more

After dinner @ The Redbird, me and my homie walked a half block to get to the Edison to meet with some LA peeps we met. Edison is located in the basement of an old power plant factory and entrance is in an alley. We stood in line for about 5-7 mins and saw one of the door guys walking by checking shoe styles as gym shoes aren't allowed...also make sure you're dressed nice to hang here. Once inside, there are beautiful ladies there to take your pic if you like and then there is the stairway that leads to the fun. Once downstairs you see the main bar as well as some of the preserved machinery the building once used. There are some separate rooms as well as stages in which we saw dancers performing that night. We also got to experience some live music here. Very sexy scenery with good, friendly people and the old fashioned is very good! I would definitely return here as its good for groups, dates and even rolling solo. I would get here early as when we left around 11:30pm, the one was crazy and around the corner. read more

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If I had to describe this place, it would be if a classy 1920s evil millionaire villain opened an underground speakeasy for all the villains to come in the dark of night. They'd sit over drinks, cozy up on some elaborate chairs and take in the dark atmosphere as talked about their plans of world domination. One of the neatest bars you'll go to in LA! The set dressing and space they decorated is really A+! The service is standard, nothing really standing out, but they have a full bar and specialty cocktails! Went on a weekday night for a special Dr Martens event to watch a local LA band and it wasn't busy an hour before showtime. Would definitely take in the atmosphere and come by if I'm in the area and it's a quiet night. They also take reservations, so I'd say if you wanna impress, this is a place to reserve for drinks! I cant say for the food, since I haven't tried any. Overall a very a bar full of atmospherics and class without breaking the bank! read more

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This place is not a functioning bar, it is only available for booking events. Don't believe the hours Yelp is posting here, they are not open for drinks at these hours. Only giving one star to get attention to this problem, I'm sure it's a nice place for private events ‍ read more

The Edison is always on my list of must visit recommendations in DTLA. Housed in a former electric factory, enter through an alley without signage (look for a bouncer by the entrance will be your only giveaway), down a long set up of stairs, and back into time. If it is your first time you will be blown away by the size of the venue and every artifact that has been preserved in every corner. You can order small bites that can be shared while you enjoy a classic cocktail. They also have live music and performances on certain nights. Some tips are that you want to dress up a bit as this one of the few places that has a dress code. Also, they often get rented out for private events so you want to call ahead and make sure it's not a wasted trip. Other than that, enjoy treating yourself to another one of DTLA's gems, cheers! read more

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This was the BEST club in Los Angeles until COVID arrived in 2020, then it disappeared! My favorite place of all time and I brag to everyone about it! From the long stairway down, to the antique decor, delicious drinks, yummy food, classy service, unique rooms and beautiful flapper girl dancers! All of my friends and I always had our birthdays there. We miss the Edison so much! Since it has been closed, a piece of Los Angeles history has been lost. We hope you open soon. read more

Great drinks, Good time & yummy food. I was happy everything ordered was tasty. I personally wouldn't have ordered all those things based on menu descriptions but there is something for everyone. This was my second go round here and I'm really upset I waited sooo long before coming back. Cab! Cab!! Cab-aret!!! Is a treat. Don't recall this entertainment the first time. Alexander the BT finally made a connection - the drink he made for me, he said, didn't have a name but by the third one it did. A drink must have a name, Je Ne Sais Quoi! and Voila! It had to start with a J for me. I'm feelin' myself read more

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The Edison was and is my favorite venue in L.A. And it's all about the ambiance, the decadence, the authenticity of the surroundings. It makes you feel decadent. Or like a vampire lord or lady. Dress well, bring your good credit cards, and prepare to feel like a true part of the 20's in crowd that knows a secret. The food is good but not the main draw or takeaway. Parking is on the street and you have to go down an alley to get to the entrance, denoted by a bouncer, then down stairs to the subterranean masterpiece. read more

Best place ever!!!! And the ghosts that haunt the building are a plus!! Can't miss this experience!! I highly recommend chanting "you robbed Tesla!!!" read more

This place is beautiful steam punk style gorgeousness. Walk down two flights of stairs and it's like you're in another world! First and foremost, if you have the means, reserve a table! I believe it's something like $50 minimum per person for drinks and food. Its not that difficult to fulfill the minimum when the drinks are $15 a piece. It's been a while since I've had the food but the drinks are spectacular! If you can reserve seats near the stage that's also a major plus because everyone crowds in to see the Eddies(don't miss their performances!!!). There are no seats available if you don't get a table unless you want to sit in the limited seating near the bathroom. I'd be here more often if there were seats around, otherwise you're standing all night. If you're just here to dance, you're probably ok. My drink recommendation is the Rosa de fuego. It's spicy and delicious. Looove it! I'll definitely be back! read more

Great local farm to table restaurant and if you call in advance, they'll do a vegan option.

Entrance is a bit hidden along the alleyway. Cover on Saturday night is $10/person, and it's CASH only. There was a line but it moved fast. The girl at the front was nice; thank you for cutting us some slack. Table service (if you sit down and order food) is $50/person. The girl who took away our menu was pretty rude, even after we told her we wanted to order. She told us we had to order at the bar and bring it to the table ourselves. My bf waited at the bar but the guy brought our food to the table to my surprise. I was STARVING and ordered the Truffle Mac & Cheese, and the fried sandwiches with banana & Nutella. They were expensive but delicious. Bathrooms are a bit hard to find. You have to go through the dance floor. Music is good (they played Billie Jean, Lady Marmalade, etc.) The lady at the bathroom kept asking for a cash tip when I washed my hands. I didn't take lotion or anything. She is extremely pushy. Made me feel weird staying in case I had to use the bathroom again... Burlesque show was cute, but short. Drinks were ok - $15 each. Bartenders were not bad. There are also green fairies that walk around passing absinthe shots for $11. TL;DR: Expensive. Eat beforehand. Maybe even pre-game beforehand. Bring cash. read more

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Run away to another world to the underground where the 1920s come back to life with burlesque shows with up-to-date DJ music with amazing mixes from the late twenties to very current music drinks that are very creative fun and tasty and service that's really amazing first class try to ask for the booth behind the DJ it's a VIP table and worth every dollar that you'll spend we had such a great time and can't wait to go back thank you Edison for a great experience read more

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I have had the pleasure of celebrating multiple birthdays here. The service is phenomenal, and the live acts are engaging and well performed. Aside from the great performances, the cocktails are delicious! The host truly knows how to make their guest feel special during celebrations. This time around I'm adding a review because I truly felt they showed outstanding service in all aspects from hospitality to the quality in their drinks, food and entertainment. I would recommend for birthdays. This specific night was my girlfriends birthday and it was also a themed girls night from the Playlist to the Performance. Unplanned but we recognized the theme right away! Cheers! read more

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Always a good time at Edison. The last time I was here was about 4 years ago. It seemed a bit less crowded than I remember especially for a Friday night, but I prefer it that way. There were plenty of seats to sit in and walk around comfortably without bumping into people. The dancers are great. I would probably pop in more frequently if it wasn't for their $10 cover fee, DTLA residents used to get in for free. The drinks are pretty pricey and the Manhattan I ordered was pretty tiny. Good spot to check out if you've never been. read more

Great food great atmosphere awesome food. Service was outstanding!! Manager came to table to make sure service and food was good. Will be back. read more

This is hands-down one of my favorite speakeasies in Los Angeles! Every time I go there I am transported back to the 1920s and can enjoy an original daiquiri just like Gerald Fitzpatrick would! The staff is very friendly and accommodating and I honestly recommend going earlier in the evening rather than later. They also have a free show. And get this there is also a lady that dresses up as the absinthe and has absinthe shots available for purchase! I can't wait for it to open up again and I really hope that they don't go out of business waiting to be available for the public again! read more

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I've come here a few times for events with my company and I absolutely love the atmosphere. It's really unique and I could spend all night just exploring every inch of it. One thing to keep in mind is the entrance is hidden. Both times I've come here my Uber has missed the entrance. Luckily the 2nd time I knew where we were going so I could prep the driver. The first time, however, it took 2 trips around the block to realize the entrance was down the little back alleyway. the bartenders here are all extremely friend and make a mean cocktail. You're going to definitely taste the booze! The appetizers being passed around the night were also delicious and plentiful. I'm not sure if they were provided by The Edison or an outside company, but if they were from The Edison I tip my hat to them! In all, while I can only speak for private events, I can't say anything bad about The Edison. It's such a fun place that I find myself talking to people any chance I can. read more

The three stars are mostly for the ambiance and the fact that if you go with a party, you can reserve an area to sit in. In addition to the ambiance, the other positive was the live band. Otherwise, this was a mediocre outing. The waitress definitely didn't want to be there and actually brought down our party's mood as every single person commented on her attitude. Someone should look into boosting the morale of your employees or better training. The drinks were very unreliable. We got a few of the "one for the road" at different times and it was completely different each time. The first one was good, the second one was too sweet (even though made by the same guy), the third one I tried didn't even taste like the same drink. My friend said the female bartender was reading off what was included in it while attempting to make it. Your bartenders should at least know how to make your "signature" drinks with some consistency before they start. The food was very average, we weren't fans. Probably would never have the food here again, if we do return. read more

4 stars for the burlesque show 3 stars for the drinks 4 stars for the venue So... Why the 2 stars? The employees were straight up rude. Well, one in particular. We came here a little before 9 to meet up a friend. My friend didn't tell us that there was a dress code and cover. So we walked into a ambush. It's downtown LA so we expected cover, but the dress code was a little too much. Themed as the 20s or great gatsby... We didn't really know so I'll admit we were normally dressed for girls night out, but under dress for this place. That was our bad. Cover, $10 on a Saturday night, no biggie. As we walked in one of the girls taking cover immediately stared us down and stereotyped us. And to top it off, underdressed. She immediately said with the most bitchest voice, "if you guys aren't gonna pay step to the side for other guest" we all look back and no one was there. I don't know what her f-Ing problem was but I was taking money out of my purse when this snobbish ass bia was so rude. Sorry that you have to be a cover girl and didn't make the cut to be a burlesque girl. Because those burlesque girls were so nice! They did the show with a smile and even came down to take pictures with people and greeted people. Maybe if this snobbish cover girl get her head out of her ass and put on a smile and be nicer to paying customers she'll land a better gig. She acted like her shit didn't stink. Your job is taking cover!! Other than the bad first impression, drinks were okay. They put and old fashioned in a martini glass... That was weird. Drinks were pricey. Venue is cool. Some people were way too pretentious. We saw a guy with an oversized white fedora and a blue pin strip suit... Acting like he rule the place... Ridiculous. Girls in full sequence gown, not dress, a gown... It was bit too much. As I said the best thing was the burlesque show. I'm sure this place doesn't care for my business as I don't care for theirs thanks to the rude cover girl first impression that ruined our girls night out and girls wanna fun. Girls turned out to be so catty. I think I'll stick to non pretentious dive bars thanks. read more

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Wow. Downtown LA's not so hidden gem. After hearing so much about this place, I finally got to check it out on Friday night. I knew it would a special place but that still did not quite prepare me for this one of a kind place. Located in the middle of Harlem Alley, one who has never been here would never expect to find such a place like this. My friend and I arrived before nine and so the line to get in was not to long. There was hardly any wait and the bouncer quickly checked my ID. He said "cheers," it was off to a whole new world known as The Edison. It was with much anticipation and excitement as we descended down the stairs. The dim atmosphere, hanging lights all gave a very classy feel from the start. Once in the basement, the 1920s emphasis is all around. It's a pretty big place with one main bar area and another bar off to the side. There's a small stage for performances, a dj playing tunes to the side and various little lounges. One of the lounges is quite a sight because it has old generators from when this place used to be a power plant. They've got quite a menu of various eats! There's deviled eggs, wings, steak and short ribs! Yum! The drink menu is extensive and was very decently priced ($14 for their signature drinks, $8 for their non-alcoholic). I got a Natasha from their Sobering Spirits menu and it was one of the best Virgin drinks I've ever had. It has raspberry, lemon and pineapple. Further into the night, they have performances. First show of the night was an impressive acrobat show. Complete with dramatic gestures and music, a guy twirled and did an acrobat act. It was intriguing, entertaining and a good show. There was always something interesting going on through the night. The atmosphere is just something different. They even have a waitress dressed as an absinthe fairy selling colorful potion drinks. Crowd wise. It was a mix. There was folks in their twenties to older couples. In a way, it was good because you didn't have a rowdy crowd but it wasn't too uptight either. The Edison is one historic place. It's special and unique and it's no wonder this place is a (not so hidden) gem. read more

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*** Please read the dress code before deciding to come here *** Do not get the Edison (underground bar) confused with Southern California Edison (electricity supply company). This underground basement used to be LA's 1st power plant (built in 1910) and now this space has transformed into 1920's theme cocktail bar / lounge. Parking: Valet parking is available, but I just parked at one of the best kept secret in Little Tokyo - Aiso Parking Lot (http://www.yelp.com/biz/aiso-parking-lot-los-angeles) - just three blocks away from the Edision and $3 flat rate after 5 PM. The catch? You must get out of the parking structure before it closes or else you'll have to pick up your car next day (the lot closes at 2 AM on Friday / Saturday night). Fees: $10 cover charge on Saturday (including both walk-in and reservation). For each table reservation, each guest must spend minimum of $25 on weekday (Wed / Thurs) and $50 on weekend (Fri / Sat). The downside of not reserving a table? There's a very good chance you will be standing all night long because this place gets pretty packed after 9~10 PM ... so good luck on finding an available table if you just walk-in here. Dress code: For men, collared shirt and dress shoes are minimum. No T-shirt, flip-flop, tennis shoes, torn / baggy jeans, and collarless shirts. Atmosphere: Dim lighting and classy (I think that's just another word for clean). The whole space seems pretty big at first, but you won't feel that way anymore once it starts to get crowded. There's a small dance floor in front of the show stage. Absinthe fairy will push a cart around with shots of housemate elixir ($8 a bottle). Oh and please watch your steps - I noticed one or two spots in the bar where you could potentially trip over if you are not careful. Burlesque dance shows: if you stay at the bar late enough, you will get to see the burlesque dance show (I believe showtime are 9:45 PM, 10:45 PM, and 11:45 PM). The entire performance lasted 9 minutes and the show was refreshing, but please don't set high exceptions for this rated-R dance show. *** Scottish Salmon Sashimi (Fuji Apple, avocado, red onions, and bonito flakes in a spicy ponzu sauce - $14): Took about 10-15 minutes before sashimi arrived. Salmon was surprisingly good - like 4-star legit Japanese restaurant quality good. Salmon sashimi almost melt in my mouth and the combination of Fuji apple & spicy ponzu sauce were truly one of its kind. (4.5/5) *** Strictly speaking, Edison is a solid 4-star underground bar, but I'll give 5-star for their exceptional bar food (definitely one of the best bar food I've had) and my bartender was very friendly and efficient. P.S. - Right before I left, I asked for a cup of water and my bartender gave me a bottle of Evian instead (free of charge) - well I did gave him a nice tip and he probably noticed it. read more

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Absolutely one of the best spots, if not THE coolest, in Los Angeles. I recently got to experience this 1920s-style underground bar lounge on an uncrowded Thursday night. There was a live jazz band, and a projection of an old film on the wall, and incandescent bulbs hanging from the ceiling as you descended three flights of metal stairs. We arrived after 8PM and there was no line or cover to get in, but on weekend nights I hear it's much busier and there is a cover. The bar menu has cocktails for around $15, including absinthe, for which this place is known. I was eagerly hoping to spot the green fairy, who walks around letting you sample absinthe, but she was nowhere to be found that night. Instead, we were treated to elaborately dressed burlesque dancers who appeared on the stage one at a time and danced along with the live music. It was my first ever introduction to burlesque and quite a treat! I was even more excited when my friend and I wandered behind a curtain to a backroom and noticed rows of metal contraptions sitting in a seemingly secret area where no one else was. We checked with the staff and they said we were allowed back there. We couldn't figure out what the metal contraptions were and were told they were generators. Apparently the Edison originally was the first private power plant in LA and was abandoned until several years ago when it was totally rebuilt into the club it is today! This backroom, when not busy, is the perfect place to step away for a few minutes to get away from the loud main room with the live music. I tried to broadcast a periscope from the generator room, since I do livestream video around LA showing people the coolest hotspots, but alas we were so deep in the basement, there wasn't a shred of signal on my phone. I will be back, hopefully when the green fairy is there! read more

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For being an iconic DTLA spot, I was thoroughly let down by service and quality of food and entertainment. We stopped by on a Saturday evening by chance as we were in town. There was a $10 cover as they had burlesque shows through the night, which sounded fun. First, the burlesque show was a huge disappointment. I've seen plenty of burlesque in the past and this was the most mild and tame show, the dance sequence was simple choreography, and I swear it lasted no more than 10 minutes. Definitely not worth the cover. Second, when we were greeted by the hostess she mentioned if we wanted to eat, seating for the show would require at least a $50 minimum per person. We were fine with that as we wanted the whole experience, however we got sat in some back corner not in sight of the stage. When we politely mentioned to our waitress that the hostess had indicated we'd be seated in sight of the stage, she was very rude and immediately snapped it was our fault for not reserving in advance. We left the seating right after and went back to the bar where we found you can still order food without the minimum order requirement. We ordered the mushroom flatbread and bone marrow. The mushroom flatbread was akin to eating dry cardboard with mushroom on top. No flavor, minimal toppings, stale taste. The bone marrow came with only a single serving and for some reason some giant piece of bread. There wasn't even enough marrow to eat with the bread. It was good, but overly priced for what is typically considered a half serving. I order bone marrow often and 9 times out of 10 usually you get two pieces at least. I was disappointed. The only redeeming aspect of our experience was the bar. I didn't take photos of the drinks, as they weren't anything particularly special, but we tried a few different cocktails and they were all pretty solid. The venue itself is also aesthetically pleasing, but that doesn't justify the costs, poor food quality, and rude servers. This was my first experience at The Edison. I won't bother returning on my own accord. read more

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Beautiful space but drinks and service could be way better. I think I had to ask the bar where the waitress was at least 2-3 times to order more drinks at the table. The music and vibes were pretty good. - There's $10 cash cover - Cocktails were overly sweet but had interesting ingredients - If you sit at a table, there's a $ min per person read more

TOOK MY FRIEND HERE FOR HER 21ST bday & her reaction says it all "Now my expectations for all future bars is going to be so high!!" loved the 20's atmosphere & flapper costumes of the waitresses! the crowd looked like it spanned the ages of 21-40, a pretty good mix SO the address online says 108 W 2nd st, but 108 is a restaurant & when we arrived these two men outside directed us down the alley ahead, where the REAL ENTRANCE to the edison is! (they check ID's @ the door) got there @ 9 pm, since that's the LATEST time they'll make reservations & btw if you make reservations you must spend $25 minimum per person on food/drink, which is pretty easy considering the drinks aren't cheap (specialty drinks are about $13 each). i'd make reservations b/c otherwise you'll be standing unless you snag someone's table after they've left NO LINE when we came @ 9 pm on Sat. but by 10 pm the wait outside was 30-40 min. for our friends who were meeting us up! ---THE BRASS FLOWER is genius-ly delish! I can see why yelpers complain that the drinks aren't strong enough, but that's just the way i like it! ---citizen kane- not bad ---MIstress Nouveaux- great drink too! ---deviled eggs: comes w/ 3 served on crostinis. good but not amazing ---DONUTS w/ espresso custard: the donuts were OK BUT THAT ESPRESSO CUSTARD under the whipped cream was AMAZING.. presentation was so cute! looked like a mini cappuccino! & the donuts were perfect for dipping! ---the absinthe fairy comes around w/ flavored absinthe but she takes CASH only! we got 3 shots for $7 bucks each & got to keep the glass potion bottle as a souvenir! pineapple was much tastier than pomegranate but they both had a black licorice taste NOTE: the cash you pay to the absinthe fairy does not count as part of the 25 minimum per person but our waitress was SO NICE b/c she let us off the hook since we didn't know! PARKING: skip the valet & just get $3-3.50 parking @ any of the lots nearby or if you're lucky score some street parking! read more

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ENTRANCE Entrance to this Industrial-chic lounge-bar is off the alley beside the listed address. I kept walking back and forth looking for "The Edison" and couldn't find it. I finally took a chance and went investigating in the alley. Don't worry, it wasn't too far in. And the "bouncer" is very visible once you've decided to go in. FOOD Shanghai Wings were addicting. Not too spicy either. Electric Squid was satisfying Edison Fries hits the spot. DRINKS I don't really drink so The Mistress was great. It's like drinking juice. They probably barely put alcohol in it too because I specifically told the server "I don't really drink, which of these cocktails is the sweetest". They had a "nickel drink" early bird special. Which was either not fit to drink, or was extremely strong. In which case, most of you would really like this. There are various little rooms at The Edison which you will find whilst navigating around decommissioned electric generators the designers chose to keep for display. Good call. AMBIENCE AND SPACE The high ceiling in the opulent great room prevents the space from being claustrophobic since the decor is dark. Black and White silent movies are on a continuous loop. Adding to the turn-of-the-century, industrial-chic charm. read more

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Huge bar and lounge, kind of a restaurant too, plenty of seatings, weird industrial revolution period factory decorations, NOT cute at all. $10 cover charge was fine but NO waitresses waking around taking drink orders? Had to go to the bar to get drinks each time, what did we pay cover charge for then? $15 a drink is kinda pricey for a self serving bar, at least they were big and strong. I just wanted to have a few more drinks after dinner in Korean town on a Friday night. BAD choice obviously, should've gone to Mrs. Fish or Perch. Only good thing was they had valet service. read more

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Came here on a Saturday night and there was a cover charge of $10 around 10pm (boo). BUT, it was my first time here and I love the atmosphere. It's located downstairs, and is quite roomy, with people dressed up a little more than casual. There was a burlesque show (which was cool because who doesn't love shows at a bar?!), and ladies dressed like fairies served absinthe from a cart. Such a great ambience and had friendly bouncers/security (unlike other places in LA). Highly recommend for a fun night out in LA! read more

Need to drown away some sorrows and kick life in the ass with the best of friends? The Edison is an interesting way to do it. Relatively large bar/lounge. Dark, but not too dark. Feels sort of Tim Burton-ish in here. Love the shadow characters/scenes rolling on the back wall above the bar. They started charging $10 cover about 3 months ago, but I got in for free. Score! Drinks range up to their $14 cocktails. They've got a flapper type show that goes on at the main stage. It was kind of lame choreography though. My friend was saying how it looked like they were doing pilates with the chair props. hahah Not sexy. The crowd was surprisingly heavily Asian. There is a DJ, but no dance floor. We sort of end up making our own dance floor. Easy to hear friends talking as it isn't too loud. Bartenders were great. Not too much eye candy ladies. At least not this night. We grabbed a few drinks then hopped along to the next place. Really cheesy pick up line heard tonight: "What made you smile today?" When I asked what he did today, his response: "I volunteer and read to 3rd graders in the afternoon. Then I went to church because I love God." Ummm Okay. Lol I almost threw up a little. (Not that I'm not spiritual and hate kids, but that was too much cheese to handle in 3 minutes). I did not try the absinthe drink they supposedly serve here. I'd be sprawled out on the floor knowing my tolerance. Parking: One block away in a lot for $8. read more

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One of the most elegant lounges in downtown. Beautiful 1920's decor of the old power plant of Edison. People get dressed up, and not in the typical LA "club wear," but tweet suits and flapper dresses. I just adore all of it. They'll have performers do a 5 minute entertainment bit. It's pretty neat. Some nights they'll have a burlesque dance on top of the bar. Some night there will be someone twirl on fabric doing some acrobatic moves. Very entertaining. I just enjoy the atmosphere. Older crowd ages 25+, more for the mature age. There is also a cigar lounge at the entrance. Strictly for cigar smoking, not your cigarette smokers. You ain't classy enough... :p JK. Have fun. read more

The Edison - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Incredible environment with elegant hostesses. Wonderful music and unique appetizers. Always special to go there.

Who doesn't love the glam and glitz of an old school Hollywood-style bar/ lounge serving up some seriously high-quality booze- from absinthe & artisinal cocktails, to craft beers & sweet non-alcoholic bevvies- and sporting a hefty menu packed with delicious bar food with an upscale twist? This particular spot was actually renovated from an old private power plant, and has an almost Steampunk-esque vibe, with strong connotations of the Industrial Revolution, and features live music, burlesque shows, & comfy seating accommodations- if you can manage to snag some. I came here for a pre-Halloween bash, and the place was hopping from the beginning, with live music- complete with a devilish orchestra- costumed Angelinos, several big screens situated on different walls playing classic horror movies from the black-and-white days, like Frankenstein, and even stilt-walkers playing pranks on unsuspecting drinkers at the bar, (all in good fun, of course). I can personally attest to the food being delicious, the drinks being classy & potent, and the prices being, more or less, fair ($14 per cocktail). I highly recommend the California Fresh Flatbread; it pairs perfectly with anything you might be drinking. Overall, this place has all the qualities of the perfect quintessential spot to enjoy nightlife in the big city. The only downside is, as with any popular joint in LA, there's the hassle of having to find and pay for parking, having to pay to get in, and then spending a small fortune on food and drinks once you're inside. Soo, you may have to save some pennies if you want to spend a pleasurable night with your friends and not have to worry about breaking the bank in the process. read more

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I'm pretty sure I didn't have the typical experience, but here it goes... Invited to a swanky 1920's themed costume birthday party held here. We Ubered it knowing there would be plenty of libations. (but, having parked here a couple weeks prior, valet is $10). Upon arrival, they checked our IDs and we had no cover (saw it was $10) and we were guided down a steep staircase to another hostess stand. Upon that check-in we were led to a back area, called The Generator Lounge, that had been cordoned off for the party. There was security to ensure only party members entered the area. Ambiance? Does not have the Art Deco of Cicada, but it still has the cool factor, located in the basement of the Higgins Building amidst the old power plant. Old time black & white movies flickering on walls throughout the place, servers dressed from the time period, giant generators throughout the area, brick walls, metal tables. My drink of the night? The Mistress (how apropos). Vodka, Lemon, Pomegranate, Prosecco. Seemed like a good idea at the time, sweet and easy to drink; however, the next day, I'm regretting it and wanting to completely forget it ever happened, yet it still lingers. As if that wasn't enough, the absinthe fairy stopped by and had one of those, too. Food? Party provided little snacks all night. Shrimp Cocktail-jumbo shrimp Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup-I loved this little snack! Meat & cheese boards-standard Ahi Slider-good Desserts were circling around, but didn't try any (like I said, too many mistresses.) Service? FANTASTIC. The servers were friendly and constantly on the go to please our party. Our service was definitely 5 stars. Show? There were 3 shows throughout the night, the first one at 9:45pm. I went to check it out, but everyone was crowded near the stage to watch and I wasn't impressed with the choreography; it seemed they were just going for the ambiance of 1920's dancers. Didn't check out any after that first one. Plus, security stands there yelling at people to keep an area clear when there isn't any space to be made. Overall, a great experience for a party. read more

Super cool place! So many different seating options. Also, pretty sure this place is haunted. It's got a old school, industrial speakeasy vibe, make sure to abide by dress code! They let women come in wearing anything (including showing belly button, or wearing sweaty workout attire - not the cute kind), but men are required to wear dress shoes and a button down. We went there for a friend's performance, and my male friend was almost not let into the place for his dress, which was just generic casual. Girl at the door told me we could sit wherever, but during the show they told us we weren't allowed to 'sit' unless we paid $25 per person....so we just stood in front of those seats. It was weird, but still a rad joint. read more