# Dive bars with fun activities in Los Angeles

> You want a low-key environment where you can actually have some fun without the velvet ropes.

Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/los-angeles/best-dive-bar-fun-activities

## Places (18)

### 1. The Kibitz Room

Dive bar with intimate live music and 1970s decor offers a vibrant, unpredictable atmosphere blending old and new styles. The venue hosts local talent on a tiny stage with high-quality sound, creating a lively and character-filled experience.

- Address: 419 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90048, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheKibitzRoom

### 2. Maui Sugar Mill Saloon

Small bar with vintage decor and a tiny stage hosts live music most nights, featuring a wide variety of musicians. Atmosphere feels cozy and lively, with a great sound system balancing vocals and instruments well. Crowd spans all ages, creating a chill yet fun vibe.

- Address: 18389 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana, CA 91356, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MauiSugarMillSaloon

### 3. Tiny's Hi-Dive

Bar blends classic dive style with Chicago sports decor and arcade games like pinball and shuffleboard. Atmosphere stays relaxed and warm, inviting guests to enjoy drinks and food while watching big screens. Regulars come for authentic Chicago hot dogs and a lively yet refined vibe.

- Address: 12012 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Tiny's-Hi-Dive

### 4. Fox Fire Room

Small dive bar with a dim red tint and classic setup offers a chill vibe where locals gather like family. Friendly crowd plays darts and enjoys a jukebox soundtrack in a relaxed, jovial atmosphere. Open-air patio feels unpretentious, lively, and full of character.

- Address: 12516 Magnolia Blvd, Valley Village, CA 91607, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/FoxFireRoom

### 5. 90 West Lounge

Bar with friendly neighborhood vibe and community-oriented atmosphere offers a premier Diamond pool table and a variety of board games. Space includes outdoor seating to ease indoor crowding. Prices stay reasonable, and patrons can bring food or order delivery to the bar.

- Address: 12740 Culver Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/90WestLounge

### 6. The Rattler

Old-time dive bar with a rough and tumble yet safe atmosphere offers a cool vibe for hanging out. Single pool table adds to the casual setup. Crowd mixes friends and newcomers in an exciting social space.

- Address: 7803 Foothill Blvd, Sunland, CA 91040, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheRattler

### 7. Bambino's EOLA Restaurant & Bar

Bar and grill combines upscale Italian dining with a chill, mellow vibe and live DJ music playing 80's and 90's hits. Multiple TVs create a sports-friendly atmosphere, especially for football games. Crowd stays relaxed and friendly, making it a cool spot for drinks and casual meals.

- Address: 2834 N Broadway, Lincoln Heights, CA 90031, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Bambino's-EOLA-Restaurant-Bar

### 8. The Woods

Dark, cozy cocktail bar with minimalist 70s vibe and low lighting creates a chill atmosphere. Music features late 80s and early 90s hip hop and R&B played by a DJ or jukebox, supporting relaxed conversation. Seating includes comfortable booths and a conversation pit near a large movie screen, blending dive bar roots with a slightly trendy feel.

- Address: 1523 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheWoods2

### 9. The Redwood Bar & Grill

Dark basement with pirate-themed décor creates a nostalgic dive bar vibe filled with live rock and punk music. Cramped space buzzes with energy, featuring a smoking patio and loud atmosphere. Regulars enjoy unique shows and a quirky, original setting.

- Address: 316 W 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/The-Redwood-Bar-Grill

### 10. Universal Bar and Grill

Tiny, crowded bar with hard rock vibe and 80s hair metal paraphernalia creates an old school, dive bar atmosphere. Live music plays loudly almost every night, making it lively but sometimes hard to hear. Separate back area offers green space and quieter seating away from the stage and pool table.

- Address: 4095 Lankershim Blvd, Studio City, CA 91602, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/UniversalBarAndGrill

### 11. The Spot

Pool tables, darts, and arcade games create a diverse entertainment scene in a friendly dive bar setting. The atmosphere stays welcoming and casual, with cash-only payments adding to the straightforward vibe.

- Address: 2139 S Pacific Ave, San Pedro, CA 90731, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheSpot7

### 12. The Three Clubs

Cocktail bar with old school atmosphere and cabaret-style room offers live music and karaoke almost every night. The vibe stays chill and welcoming, with a cozy back room featuring comfortable seating away from the stage. Free popcorn adds a casual touch to the experience.

- Address: 1123 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90038, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheThreeClubs

### 13. The Barrel Tavern

Dive bar with live music, karaoke nights, and a large outdoor patio creates a lively, friendly atmosphere. Regulars and creatives mingle in a cozy, energetic setting where music and dancing are common. Pool table and outdoor games add to the casual, social vibe.

- Address: 4547 Van Nuys Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheBarrelTavern

### 14. Tony's Saloon

Bar offers pool tables, darts, and ping pong on an outdoor patio with artistic graffiti walls. Atmosphere shifts from quiet and chill on weekdays to bustling and club-like on weekends. Crowd includes people looking for a rock ‘n’ roll vibe and casual games.

- Address: 2017 E 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Tony's-Saloon

### 15. Blipsy Bar

Dive bar with vintage pinball and 8-bit arcade games creates a retro arcade vibe. Atmosphere feels divey and cozy with a cash-only policy and loud jukebox. Decor is random and cool, offering a unique blend of old-school gaming and bar culture.

- Address: 369 N Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BlipsyBar

### 16. The Offbeat

Divey nightclub bar with an alt rock style and live DJ sets creates a super chill vibe and a diverse crowd that feels like a block party. A huge smoking patio with ample seating and an old-school photo booth add to the relaxed atmosphere. Music ranges from System of a Down to No Doubt, encouraging sing-alongs and lively moments.

- Address: 6316 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheOffbeat

### 17. The Fifth

Cozy dive bar with comfortable seating, pool table, and jukebox creates a laidback neighborhood vibe. Lighting stays cool and music plays through a good sound system, making it easy to relax or hang out. Crowd mixes day and night, keeping the atmosphere lively yet chill.

- Address: 4821 Whitsett Ave, Valley Village, CA 91607, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheFifth

### 18. Akbar

Gay bar with a vintage jukebox and nostalgic decor creates a laid-back, inclusive vibe. Dance floor stays packed and lively with unique music and friendly energy. Seating options range from comfy booths to tables for chatting.

- Address: 4356 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90029, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Akbar1

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