Death & Co Los Angeles
Cocktail bar · Historic Core ·
Creative craft cocktails & New American small plates with speakeasy vibe
Creative craft cocktails & New American small plates with speakeasy vibe
"With locations in Denver, and DC, the LA outpost brings the legendary New York cocktail temple's dark sophistication to downtown. The place has moody lighting and an atmosphere that announces its serious intentions from the moment you walk in. The menu reads like a masterclass in technique and flavor balance, with both classic preparations and boundary-pushing originals that showcase why this brand travels globally. Prepare to pay the price, with most drinks in the $24-$26 range. Stick to the sophisticated bar snacks that won’t distract from the cocktail experience, like the popcorn, marinated olives, chips and dip. If you’re particularly hungry, the crudo or burrata are solid choices." - Celeste Moure
"At Death & Co Los Angeles, you’ll be enveloped by dimly lit, moody vibes at this two-part underground speakeasy; make a reservation ahead of time to ensure a seat at the bar or in the recesses of one of the semicircle booths, or bide your time waiting in the front room where there’s a more casual drink and snacks menu. The drinks are elegant as they are unexpected, and all are helpfully categorized to help you find what you’re looking for, from “light and playful” to “boozy and honest.” You should try: Tee up with a Yondu, a velvety concoction made with blended scotch, barley shochu, cold-brew rum and pistachio." - ByEsther Tseng
"Every visit to Death & Co. feels like peeking inside of a Rolex. This polished Arts District spot nails the crucial details of an upscale, speakeasy-style bar experience: dark hallways, candlelit basement booths, and physical menus that look like art zines. The thoughtfulness carries over to their drinks, too, which include variations from their original location in NYC, plus originals divided into themes like “Boozy & Honest” or “Light & Playful.” Either way, you can’t go wrong with anything listed in the oversized booklet. We especially love the mezcal-based Snowblind Paloma with grapefruit, shochu, and a bit of cinnamon. Scoring a walk-in table can be tough throughout the week, so be sure to make a reservation ahead of time for a smooth entrance." - brant cox, sylvio martins
"An East Village–origin cocktail program contributing an original signature drink and lending national cocktail expertise to a busy airport bar; the program emphasizes bold, creative cocktails and polished presentation, and is complemented by local beers, curated barware, and a Rare Bottle Club where travelers can purchase hard-to-find spirits and vintage bottles." - Meredith Bethune
"Death & Co. has difficulty pulling off the “hidden bar” bit because there’s always a line of people outside waiting to drink their excellent cocktails, made with combinations like bourbon, pineapple chamomile shochu, and absinthe. This polished Arts District spot does nail the dark-hallway-candlelit-booth aesthetic, however, which involves being led downstairs and behind a curtain into a buzzy low-lit room packed with people. The creative drinks change often, but more or less mirror what you'll find at the bar's original location in NYC, with options broken out into categories like “Boozy & Honest” or “Light & Playful.” Scoring a walk-in table can be tough most nights, so we'd recommend making a reservation for a smooth entrance." - sylvio martins, garrett snyder
