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The best bars for singles in Los Angeles. While you can meet people just about anywhere in Los Angeles, these watering holes offer unmatched vibes, with a constant buzz of locals and visitors alike. Dating in L.A.
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can be just as tough as being single in L.A., but there are plenty of other Angelenos riding solo who feel your pain (and could use a stiff drink). From beachside hangouts to happy hour spots, L.A.’s bars are full of other singles ready to mingle. For a sense of class, stop into a wine bar filled with friendly faces and strike up a conversation about your favorite bottle or glass, or stop into an old-school bar for a pinball tournament (which is maybe one of the greatest icebreakers ever?). We’ve done some hopping around at the city’s buzziest watering holes—namely, some of the best cocktail bars—to bring you the scoop on the where singles dating in L.A. can find Mr. or Ms. Right (or, let’s be honest, your next hookup). Been there, done that? Think again, my friend. Sign up to our newsletter to enjoy Los Angeles without spending a thing (as well as options when you're feeling flush). By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions.
Awesome, you're subscribed! Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! Best singles bars in L.A. 1. Blind Barber. Cocktail bars Culver City. A cut and a cocktail are easily found at this New York City export that made its West Coast debut in Culver City, then cropped up in Highland Park. The hidden (literally) gems are a barbershop by day and a speakeasy by night, serving up some tasty libations. In Culver City, nearby locals like the hip Venice crowd mix with those simply looking for a quality quaff (and, hopefully, someone to share it with). In Highland Park, the vibe is laid-back and no-fuss, echoing this location’s cool, ’70s-inspired decor—which makes it an ideal spot to casually buy someone a drink. 2. The Bungalow. Lounges Santa Monica. Brent Bolthouse brings Hollywood to Santa Monica’s Fairmont Hotel with this indoor/outdoor bar and lounge. Think: tree house hideaway by the Pacific, clad with an outdoor fire pit, ocean views, a pool table, dart boards, a ping-pong table and pricey specialty drinks that set the mood (and get you in the mood) for a Baja getaway. It’s a fratty weekend house party on Friday and Saturday nights and on Sunday afternoons, but if you want to keep the sleaze factor to a minimum, aim for a weeknight visit. 3. Harlowe. Cocktail bars West Hollywood. The Moroccan tile floors might be slightly sticky, but there’s no better place in West Hollywood than Harlowe (for straight people, at least) to meet up, see and be seen and maybe go home with someone new. After 10pm, this place fills up most weekend evenings with folks from all over the city—and everyone, whether you like it or not, will be dancing to a throwback-heavy mix. The smallness of the space means that most of the bar turns into a dance floor, but there’s booths along the wall and a small patio outside if you want to take a breather. Tip: If there’s a huge line outside after 11pm, head to nearby Las Perlas instead—you probably won’t be getting in. 4. The Friend. Cocktail bars Los Feliz. What do you get when you take a ’50s diner and convert it into a French-themed cocktail bar? The answer is Silver Lake’s most aesthetically ridiculous party room: The Friend Bar. With a pink tile floor, baby blue wall paneling, plants everywhere and a pinball machine at the door to greet you, the decorative theme is confusing but deliciously alluring. The drinks are strong, the disco ball is bright, and the space itself is a conversation starter for any fellow bargoer. Looking for something on the other side of town? Check out the Little Friend in Venice for a more Westside vibe curated by the same masterminds. 5. The Let’s Go Disco & Cocktail Club. Lounges Downtown Arts District. The nostalgia cycle has come for the ’70s—and this Arts District cocktail lounge from the team behind De La Nonna is right on the money with tasty, deftly made house drinks, live DJ sets and a singles-heavy crowd. On the weekends, Angelenos fill up the tiny dancefloor on weekends to soak up the party-hearty atmosphere under glittering disco balls. A nightclub, this isn’t—the space is just a tad too small for that—but dangerously delicious cocktails like the Donna Summer Dress and a hi-fi sound system make for a glamorous night out that just might make you want to get up and dance. Tip: For a more relaxed vibe, arrive early on a weekday—the Let’s Go opens up at 5pm, and offers $12 happy hour cocktails until 8pm. 6. El Prado. Beer bars Echo Park. This cozy beer and wine bar in Echo Park offers a well-curated selection of (often local) beers, red, white, and sparkling wine, as well as small bites—think mixed olives, cheese and crackers. Exposed brick, a wood bar, and soft, yellow glass light fixtures give this place a comfortable feel without sacrificing style.