The best of Los Angeles 2026: 3 bars by reviews

Some cities are built for the evening, and this is where it comes alive. We've gathered the bars locals actually return to — for cocktails poured with intent, taps worth the wait and rooms that turn a quiet night into a story. Whether you're after craft beer, a proper Negroni or just good company, start here.

Highlights

Full ranking

1. Perch · ⭐ 8.9

(7596 reviews)


Perch — Restaurant
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448 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, United States

Perch: a downtown LA rooftopA 4.4 and a panorama — a must-visit for cocktails and a view.What sets it apartA rooftop, a French bistro and li…

«This is a wonderful spot! It's in a beautiful old building with original elevators. It's o…»

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2. République · ⭐ 9.1

(7227 reviews)


République — Restaurant
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624 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, United States

République: LA French classicsA 4.5 and a strong reputation — a must-visit for pastry by day and dinner by night.What sets it apartA bakery,…

«Came back to this place three times for breakfast!
Tasty and cosy! A big selection of brea…»

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3. Maccheroni Republic · ⭐ 9.3

(3102 reviews)


Maccheroni Republic — Restaurant
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332 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013, United States

Maccheroni Republic: LA house pastaA 4.6 and a cosy patio — a must-visit for pasta downtown.What sets it apartHouse pasta, Southern Italy an…

«A lively Italian spot in the Delaware Town area. There's validated parking in the back. Th…»

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At a glance

# Place Score Reviews Stands out for
1 Perch ⭐ 8.9 7 596 Editors' pick
2 République ⭐ 9.1 7 227
3 Maccheroni Republic ⭐ 9.3 3 102 People's favorite

Questions & answers

Which place tops the ranking? Perch — score 8.9/10 (Editors' pick).

How many places are in the list and how were they chosen? The selection includes 3 places chosen by our editors based on rating and reviews.

What is the average rating in the top? 9.1/10 — average score of 3 places in the list.

See also:
Best restaurants

Data is refreshed monthly. Sources: los-angeles-trend.com and editorial picks based on reviews.

Редакція los-angeles-trend.com відібрала найцікавіше за рейтингами й відгуками Google, вивчивши офіційні сторінки, соцмережі закладів та інші відкриті джерела. Станом на July 2026.

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