Top Rated Nightlife in West Hollywood

The Marix Tex Mex Cafe is not strictly a gay bar and restaurant, mostly because it's mainly a good Mexican restaurant. The clientèle is mostly men from the surrounding West Hollywood area here to check out the scene, get a drink and possibly an inexpensive meal. The wait for a table for dinner can be a long one. Many prefer to enjoy the comforts, and the crowd at the bar instead. The drinks are filled quickly by a hard-working, friendly staff.

Popular for decades, Barney's is many things to many people, for some, it is a great casual restaurant with a huge menu, for others, it is an always crowded bar loaded with people of all ages and backgrounds. It is even a great place to have a drink and play some pool after work, with a beer list almost as prodigious as the menu. It is one of the few bars that has always been a hot tourist spot, yet has been a longstanding favorite of locals as well. Be sure to ask around for stories of Jim Morrison and Janis Joplin, both of whom spent time within these walls. It is a little piece of Hollywood history and with new branches opened in nearby locations, the tradition is sure to continue.

Enter this fancy Russian delicatessen and you will be instantly transported to downtown Moscow. Boasting 20 varieties of caviar, a medley of smoked fish, good old-fashioned gefilte fish and a smattering of homemade cold salads, this is really a place not to be missed. Everything is fresh and everything is good, plain and simple. Cold borscht in Red Square never tasted this good! Attentive and pleasant service make this gourmet shop a wonderful journey without the hassles of dealing with your passport.

A gourmet and wine store, a bistro and a tasting room, all rolled into one and sealed with a tad naïve name of Mel & Rose (inspired by its location on Melrose), the establishment is a rather ambitious operation, with an impressive selection and well-structured weekend tastings. If ever you want to browse a place that has no compunctions proffering strikingly cheap bargains on Tempranillos and Pinotages while also featuring rare library vintages locked away in glass cases and priced in quadruple digits, Mel & Rose is the place that truly embraces the whole spectrum and plays no favorites. Whatever your story—browsing, tasting or buying—and whatever your price range, you will be treated with genuine respect and get the one-on-one attention and guidance through this wine-centric oasis.

Located on the North La Cienega Boulevard, 40 Love is a great place to enjoy your favorite sporting action with delicious food & drinks. The giant booths and 25 flat-screen television sets create a lively atmosphere at this place. The food menu offers classic brunch items like Avocado Toast and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes along with dishes like Crab Cake Sliders, Lolipop Lamb, and Shrimp Tacos more suitable for a hefty dinner meal. Delectable wines, beers, and cocktails nicely complement the food served at this place. With dark wood interiors and a lush green outdoor seating area, this vibrant sports bar is a great place to watch a game of you favorite sport with your friends.

Mysterious, intimate and alluring are the words that will come to mind when you think about Employees Only. This much anticipated outpost lives up to its reputation and is one of the best places in town to sip on fantastic cocktails. Styled up in art deco with elegant textures and intricate detailing, giving it an enigmatic lair look, there is also an element of fun in the ambiance, making it even more alluring. Tipple on their drinks like Ready, Fire, Aim!, The Colonial and Lazy Lover. Nosh on delightful dishes for dinner such as bacon wrapped lamb chops and steak frites. They even have options for vegetarian diners. Reservations are highly recommended. Restaurant closure timings are earlier than the bar's.