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The Viper Room

The Viper Room Los Angeles United States 34.090472 -118.384667
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Bar / Live Music Venue

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Ratings:

Lucas

Adriana

Jonah

Emma

Party Earth Review: Once owned by Johnny Depp and site of everything from the overdose of River Phoenix to performances by musicians like Iggy Pop, Courtney Love, and The Strokes, The Viper Room is a treasured live music landmark in the seedy rock-and-roll history of the Sunset Strip. Raucous gangs of rockers from well-dressed indie kids to black-clad metalhead roadies pile past the doormen and into an intimate one-room venue draped in black. Before the show starts, eclectic cliques of young punks, groupies, and wannabe musicians stand around the bar or huddle in green leather booths to swill cans of cheap beer and trade concert stories, but once the amps turn on, all attention is focused on the stage, where local acts and underground legends play for the head-banging crowd. A wild child vibe keeps ironic hipsters at bay, instead inspiring shouted toasts and friendly camaraderie among the enthusiastic young patrons. For music lovers who can withstand its boundless energy, deafening tunes, and madcap crowd, the Viper Room is a dingy little slice of rock and roll heaven.

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Neighborhood:

West Hollywood

Address:

8852 Sunset Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069
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Phone:

310-358-1881

Links:

Official Website

Hours:

Daily 8pm–2am

Recommended as:

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The Viper Room Videos

OWATA 06.30.2010 - The Smashing Pumpkins ; The Viper Room, Los Angeles, CA

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OWATA 06.30.2010 - The Smashing Pumpkins ; The Viper Room, Los Angeles, CA
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Erykah Badu Live @ The Viper Room
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The Stuns - Live At The Viper Room - With Or Without It 10/10/10
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As Rome Burns 06.30.2010 - The Smashing Pumpkins ; The Viper Room, Los Angeles, CA
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neon neon - "dream cars" @ the viper room
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United States 06.30.2010 - The Smashing Pumpkins ; The Viper Room, Los Angeles
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The Viper Room Review

Tip from Jonah:

“Check out the Viper Room’s blog to learn about secret shows and unannounced special guests. And if you miss out on Prince’s performance, you might still be able to see the set list posted.”

The Scene

Once owned by Johnny Depp and site of everything from the overdose of River Phoenix to performances by musicians like Iggy Pop, Courtney Love, and The Strokes, The Viper Room is a treasured live music landmark in the seedy rock...

West Hollywood, Los Angeles – Once owned by Johnny Depp and site of everything from the overdose of River Phoenix to performances by musicians like Iggy Pop, Courtney Love, and The Strokes, The Viper Room is a treasured live music landmark in the seedy rock-and-roll history of the Sunset Strip.

Raucous gangs of rockers from well-dressed indie kids to black-clad metalhead roadies pile past the doormen and into an intimate one-room venue draped in black.

Before the show starts, eclectic cliques of young punks, groupies, and wannabe musicians stand around the bar or huddle in green leather booths to swill cans of cheap beer and trade concert... read more →

Crowd

Band dependent, but usually urban, underground, punk, alternative, and indie types, 20s to 30s with some 40s.

Entertainment/Music

Live local bands daily, and scheduled performances by well-known bands and artists. Genres include rock, punk, metal, acoustic, and indie. Check website for calendar of events and advance ticket sales, often cheaper than the door price.

Food/Miscellaneous

Merchandise sold inside, including t-shirts, mugs, and shot glasses.

Prices

Cover charge $8–$25. Beer $4–$7, wine $7, mixed drinks $8–$9, shots $7–$11. Merchandise $10+. Valet $10.

Dress

Varies by concert: mod, punk, goth, urban, thrift-store trendy, alternative.

Hot Nights/When to Go

May depend on the music, but pretty much every night is a hot night for a rockin’ experience.

Close By

Rainbow Bar & Grill (9015 West Sunset Boulevard) is a great dive restaurant and bar steeped in history and full of musicians, roadies, and groupies.

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