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20s / Alternative Rock / Casual
Party Earth Review Whether for Sunday afternoon pit stops or Fridays of debauchery, The Venice Whaler offers patrons the chance to dine and imbibe just steps from the sand. Stumbling distance from Venice Beach, the venue’s location is clearly a huge draw, giving surfers, college kids, and any beachgoer looking for a drink near the ocean an ... more
10 Washington Boulevard
Venice, CA 90292
All Ages / Anything goes / Blues
Party Earth Review An oasis of fun, food, and surf surrounded by green mountains and blue waters, Paradise Cove offers a taste of the Malibu lifestyle and a mellow vibe that attract suntanned locals, young surfers in off the beach, and tourists alike. A steady stream of sandy beachgoers and day drinkers in shorts and flip-flops wanders in ... more
28128 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90265
20s and up / After Work / Brunch
Reviewed by Ellie D.
"My Advice/My Take: Twelve + Highland is a great place to go if you want to meet up with some buddies, watch a sports game (or two), and put a few drin ..." more
304 12th Street
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
20s / Bar Food / Beer / Beer Lovers
Reviewed by Billy K.
"My Take: I love Big Dean’s Oceanfront Café. Don’t let the “Café” part fool you – this is a beach bar in every sense of the term. It’s semi-hidden just ..." more
1615 Ocean Front Walk
Santa Monica, CA 90401
30s / 40s / Brunch / Casual / Couples
Reviewed by Ivetta Viesta A.
"If you've been living in L.A. and never been to Moonshadows- to shame. Go now! Visitors, treat yourself to a delicious dinner and breathtaking view an ..." more
20356 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90265
30s / 40s / Anything goes / Brunch
Party Earth Review Patrons in search of an island vacation without the jet lag should make their way to Duke’s Malibu, where an amazing ocean view, exotic cocktails, and a laid-back atmosphere make for a relaxing getaway. Named for Duke Kahanamoku, the Hawaiian father of international surfing, this bamboo beach venue with its sand-and-surfboard ... more
21150 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90265
Beach bars in Los Angeles are the laid-back alternative to the wild and exhausting scene of bar hopping inland. Offering relaxing views of the Pacific, these seductive spots are perfect for sipping margaritas by the sand or dancing the night away surrounded by palms.
Duke’s Malibu is one of L.A.’s signature beach bars, offering a pleasant and romantic atmosphere. This tiki-style cocktail lounge invites Malibu locals and suntanned surfer types to enjoy exotic drinks, spectacular sunsets, and good company.
Those looking for a more mainstream L.A. beach bar experience should check out Paradise Cove Beach Café. The popular bar offers strong drinks, good food, and an outdoor patio right on the sand. Known also for their great seafood, this is the perfect beach bar at which to while away the evening over dinner and drinks.
Want a little more energy in your evening? There are plenty of Los Angeles beach bars that are perfect for an upbeat evening with friends. On the Waterfront Café, on Venice Boardwalk, serves up giant glasses of Bavarian beer and has an outdoor beer garden perfect for chatting and people watching. Or check out one of the many beachfront dives along Manhattan Beach boardwalk, which can be packed to the brim on weekends and offer excellent opportunities for beachfront flirting.
From the upscale romantic to the easygoing beer lover, beach bars in Los Angeles offer a laid-back experience away from the hustle and bustle of inner L.A. And in a city that is warm year round, who wouldn’t want to spend a balmy February evening sipping cocktails by the Pacific?