Today is a little drizzly here and there and Angelenos are known to cancel plans if there is a little rain going on. Well, don’t let the weather rob you of any fun. There are plenty of places around town where you can take shelter from the storm and snuggle up with a warm cocktail or two. Check out these seven cozy Los Angeles bars and lounges perfect for warming up and boozing away a rainy day:
The Bungalow
The Bungalow is a beachy, sea-side hang out with a Nantucket vibe. The layout, that mimics a house is perfect to curl up by one of the fire pits, or in a lounge chairs and on the couches. The Fairmont Miramar, 101 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 90401; 310.899.8530
The Wellesbourne
This less known spot is a plush, dark, library-style lounge with 19th Century England-inspired decor. There are wooden booths, bookshelf-lined walls, and leather furniture. Order up one of their classic cocktails like the Greyhound and Harvey Wallbanger and grab a spot by the fireplace den or get your body moving in the game room with shuffleboard and foosball. 10929 W Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, 90064; 310.474.0102
Eveleigh
If you want to get out of the rain, but still feel outside (and get warm), this is the place for you. Enjoy one of their signature seasonal cocktails using their own homemade ingredients by the warm fire or grab a spot on their patio. It’s all heated. 8752 W Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 90069; 424.239.1630
El Cid
This historic Spanish-style, Silver Lake spot has been around for years. They not only turn up the heat with Flamenco performances Friday-Sunday, but they have hot signature cocktails, like the Hot N Creamy Sailor, made from maple pumpkin butter and Sailor Jerry rum. 4212 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles; 323.668.0318
Harvard and Stone
Cuddle up with some friends near the fireplace of this popular speakeasy-style bar. Harvard & Stone has a busy schedule of live music performances throughout the week and burlesque numbers on the weekends that will definitely heat things up. 5221 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, 90027; 323.466.6063
Son of a Gun
In addition to their delicious seafood, they have a bunch of hot cocktails, including the classic, chamomile hot toddy or the hot buttered rum, made from anejo rum, spiced butter, clove syrup, and a sprinkle of nutmeg to top it off. 8370 W 3rd St., Los Angeles, 90048; 323.782.9033
Sassafrass Saloon
This charming Hollywood bar has all the Southern comfort you need. Sassafras has house specialty drinks and barrel aged cocktails, like their classic American Sazerac cocktail. Plus, like the previous bars, they have a fireplace to warm you up too. 1233 Vine St., Los Angeles, 90038; 323.467.2800
