Do you regret hitting cancel on that euro-trip reservation? Check out these spots to inspire good vibes all summer long
As summer in L.A. heats up and your feed fills with friends, acquaintances and colleagues jetting off on their glamorous European vacations, the streets can feel empty and lonely. If you’ve been self-diagnosed with a case of the summer blues, now is the time to spice up your routine with these restaurants around L.A. that feel like a personal oasis to rival any vacation.
Calabra – Proper Hotel, 700 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Located on the roof of the beautiful Santa Monica Proper Hotel just minutes from the beach and the Third Street Promenade, Calabra is the perfect happy hour location for watching the sunset after your Santa Monica shopping day. With panoramic ocean views, Calabra features a range of Mediterranean and Californian cuisine and delicious cocktails. Check out their “Proper Hour” from 4-5 pm Monday through Friday and 3-5 pm Saturday and Sunday for deals on drinks and appetizers.
1212 – 1212 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica
If you’re looking for a place with great prices and a chic atmosphere, look no further than 1212. This two-story restaurant and bar features a large happy hour menu that lasts all night long, every day of the week. The menu ranges from yummy coastal bites like fish tacos and popcorn shrimp to $10 cocktails to $8 house wines, making it a great spot for date night or girls night out. If you’re looking to soak up the last bit of sun, sit on the patio before moving into the indoor dining and bar areas to keep the vibes going all night long.
Saddle Peak Lodge – 419 Cold Canyon Rd, Calabasas
Formerly a historic Pony Express stop, this Malibu restaurant is a breath of fresh air from the hustle and bustle of summer in Los Angeles. True to its name, the Saddle Peak Lodge features an old-school wooden interior, dim lighting, and a rustic outdoor patio. Check out the Saddle Peak happy hour every day from 5-7 pm and try out their discounted drink menu.
Idle Hour Bar – 4824 Vineland Ave, Los Angeles
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Established in 1941 and registered as a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument in 2010, the Idle Hour is everything that encompasses old Hollywood charm. Built to resemble a whiskey barrel, this is a great location for a quick bite, delicious drinks and good company. Guests can try out a small but mighty happy hour menu featuring $8 cocktails, wells, wines, and bites from 4-6 pm Sunday through Friday, and 1-6 pm on Saturday.
La Boheme – 8400 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood
Located in West Hollywood and self-proclaimed as one of the most romantic spots in LA, La Boheme features chic, lively interiors with a warmly lit patio. This spot is perfect for a summertime happy hour to live out your French Euro summer dreams. In line with its classically innovative interior, La Boheme’s happy hour menu features delicious kalbi beef tacos, seared salmon crudo and oysters, and $10 cocktails and $9 house wines to wash it down.
Edendale – 2838 Rowena Ave, Silverlake
Located in a former 1920s firehouse and minutes away from the famous Silver Lake Reservoir, Edendale has established itself as a local favorite with a casual atmosphere perfect for any occasion. From 5-7 pm on Tuesday through Friday and all day Monday, enjoy $6 beers, $10 wine, discounted cocktails, and a variety of bar snacks.
Manchego – 2518 Main St., Santa Monica
Specializing in California-Spanish fusion tapas and wine, Manchego is another great place to pretend you really did book that vacation. From Tuesday through Friday at 5-6:30 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 3-6:30 pm, check out the happy hour menu featuring a classic tortilla española and house sangria and wines before heading down to the beach to watch the sunset.