Bar
The Varnish
108 locals recommend,
Permanently closed
Location
118 E 6th St
Los Angeles, CA
Downtown Los Angeles
Tips from locals
Probably the finest cocktail bar in the Western U.S. In the back of Cole's diner, downtown LA.
Awesome, historic speakeasy. Enter through Coles’s French Dipped restaurant and walk straight to the back and an unmarked door to find the bar
Cool & moody speakeasy bar hidden inside Cole's Bar & Restaurant. Best drinks in LA
The Varnish is a unique LA experience. It is a Speakeasy in the back of Cole's restaurant with the best craft cocktails you will ever have. They play spectacular live music several nights a week. It's something you shouldn't miss. Definitely ask for Bartender's Choice when you go, and if you have happen to enjoy gin and raspberries as much as I do you must get a Chanticleer.
The Varnish is a unique LA experience. It is a Speakeasy in the back of Cole's restaurant with the best craft cocktails you will ever have. They play spectacular live music several nights a week. It's something you shouldn't miss. Definitely ask for Bartender's Choice when you go, and if you have h…