Cold Beer

inside a parachute

This might be the one bar in Los Angeles where people who don't know each other actually talk to each other. On the weekdays you can belly up to the bar and talk to any of the really friendly bartenders or locals who hang out there. On the weekends it is so packed that you have no choice but to talk to everyone you pass, if only to say "excuse me" when you push through the crowd.

Dark, moody, and a great place to chill and people watch. Get their early so you'll have a seat. The bathroom can get really crowded, one downfall. Drinks are good and strong.

on the weekdays this place is great

Have not been in awhile... but I did like it here years ago.