By: Kennedy Zak By: Kennedy Zak | July 26, 2022 | Food & Drink,
In the mood for something a little bittersweet? Order yourself a negroni at one of these great spots for a drink that will not disappoint. From classic iterations to funky spins, these places have all your negroni needs covered.
1800 Argyle Ave 90028 / Website
Located within The Kimpton Everly Hotel in Hollywood, Ever Bar combines live music, great cocktails and community in a cozy, yet sophisticated atmosphere. Check out their Golden State Negroni made with Wilder Gin, Bruto Americano and sweet vermouth alongside tasty bar snacks, like the spicy eggplant dip or the yellowtail tuna tartare.
9960 S Santa Monica Blvd 90212 / Website
This restaurant/cocktail lounge works to combine traditional Italian cuisine with futuristic cooking techniques to deliver a truly phenomenal dining experience. True to its Italian roots, BG offers their Camillo “Cristallo” Negroni with gin, Cocchi Americano and amaro bianco for that classic negroni feel. With its moody yet inclusive ambiance, BG is only open Fridays and Saturdays, so you’ll want to clear your weekend schedule to check it out.
4604 Eagle Rock Blvd 90041 / Website
Capri Club, formerly known as The Capri until 1963, is a newly renovated Italian restaurant-bar featuring a pared down menu of classic Italian aperitivo fare and cocktails. With four different types of negronis—classic, white, mezcal and holy—the Capri Club is a great place to enjoy this traditional Italian beverage. Pair with bar snacks like bruschetta caprese and pancetta-wrapped dates, figs and potatoes.
4349 Tujunga Ave #2 91604 / Website
Hiding behind the historic Vitello's Restaurant in Studio City, The Rendition Room speakeasy takes you back to old Hollywood with its dark overtones and red finishes. Bartenders at The Rendition Room encourage you to let them take you on a cocktail journey, but be sure to request their perfectly-made old-fashioned negroni.
1263 W Temple St 90026 / Website
For a tropical take on the negroni, check out Thunderbolt in Echo Park. Offering the Isle of Negroni—made with rum, campari, assorted tropical fruits, manzanilla and orange oil— Thunderbolt is a great spot to hit for cocktails with friends. Plus, they have a great selection bar eats like their fried green tomato sandwich and their lollipop drumlettes.
10250 Santa Monica Boulevard, Roof 90067 / Website
Named after the word “earth” in Italian, Terra at Eataly prioritizes the basics when it comes to their cooking. In the same vein, they keep their negronis classic with Sipsmith gin, Terra aperitivo blend and carpano antica. Enjoy this delicious beverage while taking in the vibrant rooftop atmosphere at Terra.
1331 E 6th St 90021 / Website
At Brera Ristorante, it’s all about embracing the simplicity of Italian dining, while still honoring the complex culture, and their take on the negroni is a flawless testament to that. Made with star Keeper Gin, Carpano Antica, amaro, Bruto Americano, Dell'erborista and sibilla, their Barrel-Aged Negroni exceeds all expectations.
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