We're paying homage to the kings of all bars, the bars who are there for you through all your celebrations, your tears, your triumphs, and your failures. That's right, hail to the almighty dive bar. We present to you the dingiest, darkest, dirtiest, most diviest of all dive bars, in all their resplendent glory. Read on to find the best Los Angeles dive bars!
1652 N Cherokee Ave
Hollywood CA 90029
Boardner's is best known for its goth night, Bar Sinister, on Saturday nights, and talk about being whisked far away from the bass thumps of other Hollywood clubs.
116 Manhattan Beach Blvd
Manhattan Beach CA 90266
A classic dive bar, Shellback Tavern guarantees ice cold beers, a sparkling view of the Pacific and a random array of floating bar belongings.
302 W 7th St
San Pedro CA 90731
Dive Bar in Historic Downtown San Pedro. Godmothers has been owned and operated by the same family for over 30 years. Most customers are regulars. Live music on weekend.
1800 Hillhurst Ave
Los Angeles CA 90027
Drawing Room Dive Bar in Los Angeles is a laid-back, neighborhood watering hole known for its affordable drinks, vintage jukebox, and lively late-night crowd