By: Kennedy Zak By: Kennedy Zak | July 18, 2022 | Food & Drink,
Looking for a little spice in your life? Here are some excellent spots to grab a spicy Bloody Mary to brighten up your day.
923 E 3rd St 90013 / Website
Located in the Arts District, Eat Drink Americano is known for its hip vibes, tasty cocktails and creative twists on American dishes. Their Bloody Mary sticks to the classics—vodka, tomato juice, horseradish, worcestershire and black pepper—but offers a unique bacon salt rim to enhance the traditional Bloody Mary experience.
765 Wall St 90014 / Website
Combining elements of country-style comfort food and the elevated palettes of Angelenos, Poppy + Rose prides itself on being one of the best brunch spots in the L.A. area. One of their brunch staples is the Bloody Mary, crafted with their homemade bloody mary mix and topped with a generously sized fried chicken strip. With a floral outdoor patio atmosphere and cozy picnic tables, Poppy + Rose is a great spot to enjoy a lovely brunch alongside a specialty cocktail.
1314 7th St 90401 / Website
Known for their wide selection of organic and natural wines, Esters Wine Shop and Bar also makes a killer bloody mary with tomato juice, cornichon brine, lemon juice, jalapeño, garlic scapes, worcestershire, salt, pepper and their homemade pepper jam. Check out their newly reinstated weekend brunch for delicious cocktails and scrumptious breakfast favorites.
1760 Hillhurst Ave 90027 / Website
Located in a Craftsman-style house in Los Feliz, Home Restaurant’s concept is right in the name, offering guests delicious food and drinks in a comfortable homey environment. Their Bloody Mary made with Van Gogh vodka has the perfect amount of spice to ignite your taste buds. Try one out alongside creative brunch dishes like their egg fried rice and smoked salmon benedict.
336 S Hill St 90013 / Website
If you’re looking for a more lively atmosphere to sip on a Bloody Mary, La Cita Bar is the place for you. This music venue/nightclub in DTLA offers a weekly Bloody Mary special called Sunday Bloody Sunday where customers can build their own Bloody Mary catered exactly to their taste preferences. With a wide selection of ingredients and toppings, including shrimp, you’re guaranteed to have everything you need to be your very own bartender.
8653 Sunset Blvd 90069 / Website
The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker has it all from California and European inspired cuisine: specialty pastries, artisan coffee and a great Bloody Mary. The Butcher’s Bloody Mary is even more over the top than the restaurant’s name with all the makings of a classic Bloody Mary plus a ham, bacon and gruyère grilled cheese sandwich on top. Head over to the Sunset Plaza in West Hollywood to try this all-in-one drink and meal.
118 E 6th St 90014 / Website
While Cole’s French Dip is obviously famous for its French dip sandwich, it also has a remarkable Bloody Mary in its wheelhouse. Known for their homemade pickles, Cole’s infuses their Bloody Mary’s with the pickle juice for an extremely flavorful cocktail. But be warned—if you’re not a fan of spicy flavors, this Bloody Mary might not for you.
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