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The Varnish

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This hot downtown bar is modeled after a speakeasy, with the entrance behind a secret door in Cole's restaurant. Order a cocktail or ask the mixologists at the bar to fix you something with your favorite alcohol or flavors. The bar gets crowded, especially on weekends, so it's best not to come with a large group if you're looking to find a table. Drink prices are somewhat high but so is the alcohol's quality. Great for a nice little cocktail and some Prohibition-era ambiance, complete with live piano music. 

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118 E 6th St, Los Angeles, CA, 90014, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Adrian Muntuerto 
9 years ago
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Meagan Victor 
9 years ago

This is by far mine and my boyfriends favorite bar. Well worth the wait and I HIGHLY recommend the "Bartenders Choice", my boyfriend and I both found our favorite drinks that way. As well, everything is made with fresh ingredients and you can really taste the difference. 

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Jessica Monroe 
9 years ago
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Mario A Becerra 
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Sage Wiener 
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Matt O'Brien 
9 years ago
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Randy Klein 
9 years ago

The place is cool and the drinks are interesting. They will make you something special if you want. I would go here again for sure. I had a French 75 and TJ had a scotch number. It was quaintly fagel! 

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Keila Da Silva Candido 
9 years ago
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Destin Weishaar 
9 years ago

The best. And there's no cell reception so you're forced to be a human when you're in the room. Miss this place. 

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How is The Varnish rated?

The Varnish has a 4.4 star rating with 911 reviews. 

When is The Varnish open?

The Varnish is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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