By: Haley Bosselman By: Haley Bosselman | November 28, 2023 | Food & Drink, Feature, culture, Guide,
The Living Room at The Peninsula Beverly Hills
Live music invigorates Los Angeles. It’s a city synonymous with historic venues, legendary artist-breaking performances and the biggest stages in the world. However, the joy of live music doesn’t just happen at the likes of The Troubadour or Sofi Stadium. It’s also something you can experience while savoring a delicious dinner. Next time you’re looking to elevate a night out, consider the below restaurants for a memorable night of food, drinks and live music.
Website/ 531 N Fairfax Ave 90036
A Paris-like supper club with L.A. sensibilities, ADKT attracts Angelenos for its decadent menu of steak and seafood dishes. You’ll fawn over the scallops, rich potatoes and impeccable sea bass, but what will really have you here for long dinners is the live music, which jumps between disco nights, live bands and top-notch DJs.
Website/ 3787 Cahuenga Blvd 91604
Since 1970, this Cahuenga Boulevard joint has proven the best complement to a baked potato is jazz. Set a reservation now for an evening full of loaded potatoes, live jazz and a welcoming atmosphere. You never know who might pop by and surprise on stage.
Website/ 1541 Wilcox Ave 90028
Bar Lis practically transports you to the French Riviera, especially on Tuesday nights starting at 9 p.m. Every week, the Hollywood hotspot hosts a jazz night put on by Jazz Eclectic LA, a.k.a. maestro Ryan Cross and Gilles Amsallem. With a glass of bubbles in hand, you’ll be delighted by French-American bites and jazz tunes.
Website/ 6725 Sunset Blvd 90028
Also a longtime spot for jazz, the Catalina Jazz Club offers an intimate musical dining experience. Matching its carefully cultivated lineup of performers, the Hollywood establishment serves up hearty Italian-American fare.
Website/ 550 Flower St 90071
Every Thursday starting at 6 p.m., the Delphi Lounge is transformed by swirling notes of jazz. What’s more, these jazz standards and oldies from the ‘50s and ‘60s pair well with the menu of light bites and classic cocktails.
Website/ 1760 N Vermont Ave 90027
Whether you’ve been or not, you’ve likely seen The Dresden before. It’s a Hollywood-favorite spot to film at and has been in the likes of That Thing You Do!, Swingers, Anchorman and Mad Men. And for good reason, too. The family-owned restaurant has been around since 1954 and showcases world-class musical talent, an excellent French-inspired menu and a lively, but classy ambiance.
Website/ 2025 Avenue of the Stars 90067
Did you know Century Plaza has a deep connection to live music? Its history includes a weekly residence by Sonny and Cher, Mariah Carey’s major debut, a groundbreaking performance by Elton John and more. Calling back to these musical roots, The Bar at Fairmont Century Plaza elevates its elegant setting with live music daily. Soak in tunes that range from jazz to neo-soul by local and nationally renowned performers while also experiencing the talents of the bar and culinary team.
Website/ 416 W 8th St 90014
Freehand Los Angeles may be known for its picturesque rooftop bar, Broken Shaker, but its lobby lounge is giving a whole new reason to cozy up inside. Every Wednesday from 7 to 10 p.m., Rudolph’s Bar presents a jazz night featuring the eclectic Supa Lowery Bros. While enjoying specialty jazz night cocktails like How High the Moon and I’m Old Fashioned, you can munch on light bites.
Website/ 9882 S Santa Monica Blvd 90212
Always evolving its programming, The Peninsula has enriched Los Angeles once again with a recently launched musical dining series. Nightcap takes place in the Living Room every week and includes a curated tower of 10 hors d’oeuvres and tea-inspired cocktails that accompany music by resident pianist Antonio Castillo de la Gala and guest vocalist Kevin Francis.
Website/ 448 S. Hill St 90013
Unbeatable skyline views, fantastic cocktails and flavorful dishes. What more could someone want from a dining experience? Live music. It’s something Perch knows as made evident by its live music series that happens each night at 7 p.m. on the roof. Between bites of filet mignon and sips of your spritz, you’ll revel in R&B, jazz and pop classics.
When in need of a fun night out, you can’t go wrong with these live music-energized restaurants.
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Photography by: Vanessa Tierney Photography for The Peninsula Beverly Hills