Everyone loves a good laugh—even at the expense of some poor slob who's not very funny. Drinks are not cheap but someone has to pay for the comedians. Mo' Betta' Mondays are the only days the Hollywood Improv requires patrons to be 21 or older, so those days have a more club-like feel, with no kids. Break out the fake IDs or just wait until Tuesday when all ages are welcome.

Akbar is primarily a gay bar, but c'mon this is Los Angeles and a hip bar is a freaking hip bar so this local Silver Lake bar sports an eclectic mix of drinkers, gay and straight sets, a kitschy retro styled vibe and some very creative nightly drink specials poured to the sounds of a well stocked juke.

This place stands out best as a favorite for those who love their Los Angeles whiskey bars. The bartenders here work with an enviable selection of bottles, and they definitely know what to do with the sauce to make you enjoy your night.

late-night popularity, a fairly strict dress code, a killer ambiance and music loud enough to make the beats resonate in the chest of every cocktail enthusiast.

Jam-packed with entertainment, Spot 5750 houses an arcade, endless rows of pool tables, a wide selection of cold beer, and dozens of HD TV's so you never miss a minute of the game. This is literally the spot.

skin is a well known gentlemen's lounge, though you'll find some women wandering in too as it's pretty much a general strip club. The cash flow is hard, and the men and women work hard to make a living.

The Vanguard is a warehouse-sized club that is known for being a dance joint. A separate VIP area with a private entrance is upstairs at The Vanguard and has its own bar. Besides the bar, a café and outside patio give this LA nightspot enough chill zones to make everyone happy.

The Roxy is a live music institution. Also, with the occasional bone thrown to the under-21 crowds with sporadic 18-and-up nights, just about everyone can get their hands in the Los Angeles live music scene.

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