Apotheke Chinatown

"Much like the New York City original, the L.A. outpost of Apotheke, a tucked-away Chinatown bar, exudes opulence and sexiness. The space includes an eclectic, globally themed outdoor oasis that—unlike the East Coast location—Angelenos can enjoy (almost) year-round. The botanically infused cocktail menu is divided into sections: Aphrodisiacs, Euphoric Enhancers, Health & Beauty, and Stimulants. All of the drinks here are made with the sorcery and precision of an old world pharmacist." - Krista Simmons, Hugh Garvey

"It’s sort of in the same genre as super trendy, very popular cocktail bar on the same street Apotheke, which has a pharmacy and chemistry theme and divides its cocktails by its holistic benefits." - Serena Dai

"If the name Apotheke sounds familiar, you might know it as the speakeasy/jazz bar your friends took you to in NYC. Update: There’s one in LA now. Much like the NYC original, all the cocktails at this Chinatown bar are apothecary/medicinal-themed, and fantastic enough to soften the blow of the $16 price point. The interior is fairly small, but there’s a big patio in the back with its own bar that we predict everyone will be drinking at by summer. Or next weekend. Go now before the line’s down the block." - Brant Cox

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