Whether it's their signless doors, elaborate ruses, bright neon lights or unusual locations downtown, a Hollywood Bar and speakeasy always exudes some innate cool factor that's almost impossible to ignore. Maybe that's why we love how their 'secretness'!

As long as you promise not to tell anyone, here are the best speakeasy bars in Los Angeles!

Pacific Seas

Downtown

We love a tiki-themed bar!! This lush and tropical-themed bar is situated in the massive Clifton's Cafeteria within the long-forgotten restaurant from the 1930s. This vibrant hideaway leaves no Island Getway stone undertuned. Themed decor includes a full-sized boat, tike totems, fish-net suspended lanterns and of course, a rum-soaked and Trader Vic influenced cocktail list. Live performances from '40 influeced bands and Polynesian dances also happen regularly as entertainment. A tropical vacay within your home town! 

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Mezcal Bar

West Hollywood

Located inside Laural Hardware, this rustic and neon lit speakeasy specialises in... mezcal! About 100 different mezcal varieties along with a menu of contemporary Mexican dishes to help grid your stomach from the aforementioned Mezcal varieties!! Although tiny with just a few art deco-ish tables and a mini bar, this place opens super early at 5pm. Once you're properly mecal-fied, it's a 'somewhat easy' walk through the curtains to get dinner!

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Grain

Playa Del Ray

Inspired by the Playa Provisions space in Playa Del Rey, this whisky themed bar features a menu stacked with the heated brown stuff. Bottles line the vintage barrels within a wooden-room while the tables and decor is reminiscent of an old style saloon! You really feel as if you've been transported to Tennessee. 

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Lock And Key

Koreatown

Judinging by the nondescript exterior of this K-Town spot, you might pass this off as a generic speakeasy instead of a super stylish cocktail bar. You'll also be surprised by this bar's variety of food, inlcuding banh mi chicken sandwiches and an airy patio with an additional bar. When you get in, figure out which door know which will actually get you into the bar!! 

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Good Times At Davey Wayne's

Hollywood

The 70s-themed shack hooks you up with zesty hostel decor, an awesome soundtrack including DJs and live music, an open far-out back patio and plenty of vintage vibes? Babe, can you dig this hideaway? If you want to get in, look for a garage sale in an alleyway! 

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Break Room 86

Koreatown

This hidden haven is stowed away inside of The Line Hotel. This totally rad '80s-temed bar' from the Kings of secrecy and vintage themes, the Houston Brothers. Once you get inside, you'll find DJs spinning your top favourite jams, stereos, speakers and 80s memorabilia galore, karakeke booths and nightly performances. YAAASSS!!

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Walker Inn

Koreatown

This speakeasy is literal cocktail haven! You're subject to a seasonally rotating, omakase-style cocktail service of a hidden yet intimate bar inside! Make a reservation two weeks in advance, and you'll get the full tasting menu experience. Or, simply reserve a spot in the lounge area and enjoy people watching to your heart's content!

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Blind Barber

Culver City

You're overdue for a fresh trim anyway!! Head to this two-for-one barbershop where you can get a shave and haircut, followed by a much-needed drink from the old-fashioned bar at the back. You're correct. Business at front, party at the back!

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R Bar

Koreatown

This vibey and charming K-Town bar is easily known with its solitary "R" on the exterior. Know the password, you'll get access to awesome drinks, bar bites like yummy wings and taco, and likely a raucous night of karaoke! You'll even get treated to a secret boozy brunch with a killer breakfast burrito. KNOW. THE. PASSWORD!!

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El Tigre Magnifico

Glendale

This under-the-radar spot is located in ... 'somebody's apartment'! Run by dream team/roommates Cary Daniels and Matt Blackburn, this speakeasy was inspired by a collection of spirits collected from a road trip home to Texas. Wjat started as a night of experimenting new cocktails, explored into a highly sought after spot for the best drinks in town! Despite the demand, the dup keeps their gatherings intimate, so the owners can interact with guests and introduce them to their latest liquor concoctions.

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The 4th Horseman

Long Beach

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Alley Lounge

Culver City

Should you need a clandestine watering hole after eating Asian Tapas, head down to the restaurant's alleyway and look for something like a kitchen's service door. Inside, you'll find a sleek little bar with lush blush walls, romantic dark wood, white animal heads and kitsch furniture. Order a distinguised cocktail like a Nucky Thompson with gin, sweet vermouth and amaro, and your hunger will return! There's also a late-night menu with bites like roasted beef tacos! 

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Solidarity

Santa Monica

 What was once a decades-old Polish institution turned into a spiffy and refreshing restaurant and bar! Now a secret hideaway, this bar is decorated with thich dark red curtains, eclectic furniture of marble tables, beaded lamps and leather arm chairs, a piano and of course, plenty of vodka-themed cocktails! Beyond the roaring 20s themed lounge is a spacious patio whre you can sip your fancy shake martinis to your heart's content.

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Adults Only

Hollywood

Remember how you were a kid and wanted to peek inside the 'Adults Only' section of a video store? Well, you can at this hidden Hollywood speakeasy! Find beatiful stained-glasss windows, plush comfy counches, a pool table, pink ambient lighting and adult-themed bevarages like a Rusty-Trombone with tequila, grapefruit and white pepper syrup. Or, you can try a snicker-worthy Money Shot, which includes a can of beer and a shot of fernet!

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£10

Beverly Hills

Discreetly tucked on the second floor of a hotel, £10 welcomes true connoisseurs and lovers of whisky. This luxurious lounge offers its specialty and the world's most precious whisky, The Macallan Single Malte. Here, this intimate speakeasy encourages guests to savor and sample The Macallan's rarert and most prized aged whiskies, spirits and flawessly handcrafted cocktails in comfort. - All in Lalique crystal glassware!!