The Varnish

Bar · Downtown Los Angeles

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"For a bar hidden in the back of Cole’s and not even marked with a sign, the Varnish is well known. The collaboration of the late legendary barman Sasha Petraske, Eric Alperin, and Cedd Moses won Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Award for Best American Bar, as well the title of one of the 50 best bars in the world. Duck in here for a classic cocktail and find out why." - Caroline Pardilla

20 Essential Cocktail Bars in Los Angeles
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118 E 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014 Get directions

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