"The Little Friend in Venice has a cool crowd, solid cocktails, and a shot-and-a-beer special for $10. (It's the sibling to Silver Lake’s The Friend.) On weekends, you’ll find DJs playing everything from funk to ’90s hip-hop to Ariana Grande—but no matter what’s on, the floor will be filled with people getting drunk and dancing with strangers. Get here early if you don’t want to wait in line. " - brant cox, nikko duren