448 S. Hill St. · Downtown
Atop the 16-story Pershing Square Building, this French-influenced bistro pairs unobstructed Downtown views with outdoor fireplaces and signature cocktails like the Otto.
Source: Perch LA →
8490 Sunset Blvd · West Hollywood
Designed by John Sofio with pinstriped furniture and burgundy awnings above the Sunset Strip. Try the Spicy Siena, plus a sushi and Japanese-inspired food menu.
Source: Harriet's Rooftop →
Golden Hour at Level 8
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1254 S Figueroa St · Downtown
A Carnival-inspired poolside oasis atop AC/Moxy with tropical cocktails from a rotating carousel bar, fire dancers and frequent pool parties with local DJs.
Source: Golden Hour →
AC/Moxy DTLA · 34th Floor
A 4,000 square-foot wraparound rooftop designed by Yabu Pushelberg, with specialty cocktails, shareable dishes and 270-degree views of Downtown.
Source: La Lo La Rooftop →
Élephante Beach House
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1332 2nd St. · Santa Monica
Nicholas Mathers' coastal Italian menu with ocean views — three bars pour regional Italian wines and a build-your-own signature cocktail with passion fruit and Amaro Montenegro.
Source: Élephante →
Thompson Hollywood · 1541 Wilcox Ave
A French Riviera fantasy with a central water fountain, plush banquettes and cypress trees — sip the Parisian Sunset or Mon Chéri under the Hollywood sky.
Source: Bar Lis →