"Even with all the flashier Hollywood hotels rooftops like Bar Lis and Desert 5 opening nearby, the best remains Mama Shelter. This spot perched on top of a hotel of the same name has been around since 2016—ancient history in the world of Hollywood rooftops—but still strikes the optimal balance of strong cocktails, great views, and a semi-local crowd that’s down to get weird. On weeknights, the scene is mostly Netflix employees sipping sangria as quickly as possible, but on Saturday afternoons, expect to find The Olympics—where the only sport is drinking frozen slushies and falling asleep on one of the day beds. " - brant cox