Head over to the Culver City gallery openings, and be sure and stop into this gem of a bar before or after. It's got a charming patio, space for dancing, and every time I go I meet at least one of the artists showing in the neighborhood...

Live performances, great little patio, happy hour from 4-7, and complimentary snacks.

6530 Sunset Blvd
Hollywood
323.468.3800

Crazy atmosphere, but it's fun and the happy hour is a great deal. 6-8pm

6679 Hollywood Blvd.
323.464.3026

Nic's is famous for its martinis-- and they sincerely are delicious. If you're going for a trendy, classy date, go to Nic's. Happy hour 5-7pm.
310.550.5707
453 N. Canon Dr. in Beverly Hills

Happy hour 5-7pm. Great miso soup and sushi.

310.396.1179
110 Navy St. Venice

Border Grill is damn good. There are these huge scary murals on the wall, and they get even bigger and scarier as you get drunker and drunker on the excellent pitchers of margaritas. Happy Hour varies depending on the day of the week, [more...]

5-7pm in Venice at 30 Washington Blvd. 2 VERY happy hours.

6-7 pm. get there on time-- the food/drinks are great, and the price is better.

3221 Pico Blvd
Santa Monica
310.453.9113