Bar Benjamin

The 17 Best Cocktail Bars In Los Angeles - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"Bar Benjamin is upstairs from The Benjamin, but it's more than a pre-dinner drink stop—the intricate cocktails here are practically meals on their own. A tomato-enhanced negroni tastes fresh off the vine, margaritas are spiked with Sichuan peppercorn, and a walnutty brandy number takes inspiration from the Persian stew fessenjoon. If it all sounds a little over the top, know that the bartenders realize the cool Art Deco space demands a stiff, well-made drink. The bar area is held for walk-ins, but if you plan to hang around, make a reservation for the booths in back." - brant cox, sylvio martins