Hollywood Heavy Hitters:
Grandmaster Recorders, The Spare Room, and Desert 5 Spot
Begin with dinner at a historic recording-studio-turned-restaurant, sip craft cocktails at a slick bowling alley, and end your night with live music under the stars at a rowdy rooftop bar.
1. / Start with dinner at Grandmaster Recorders
📍 1518 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Step into the former recording studio of iconic music legends, now transformed into a dining hotspot. Grandmaster Recorders presents a triple threat – a fabulous 150-seat restaurant, a lively cocktail lounge, and a rooftop bar that provides panoramic views of the Hollywood Hills. Enjoy “New World Italian” dishes made from local market produce, and top it off with a playful dessert tribute to the venue’s musical past.
💡 Know before you go
- Expect a casual-cool atmosphere.
- Seating is available both indoors and on the rooftop.
- The restaurant has a separate menu for drinks and bar bites on the rooftop.
2. / Sip craft cocktails while you bowl at The Spare Room
📍 7000 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Head to The Spare Room, a hidden bowling alley above the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel lobby. With old-world charm and a cutting-edge drink program, you can play a round of bowling or enjoy board games with friends while sipping on meticulously crafted cocktails.
💡 Know before you go
- The venue is not only a bowling alley, but a comfortable gaming lounge.
- Be prepared for a vibrant crowd, even on weekdays.
- To ensure your entry and reserve a bowling lane, reach out to them in advance.
- Street parking might be difficult; consider using Uber or Lyft.
3. / End the night at Desert 5 Spot
📍 6516 Selma Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
There are only a few places in LA where country music fans get the VIP treatment. Desert 5 Spot — as the name implies — is that spot. Perched on a rooftop with it’s western-chic atmosphere, friendly crowd, and creative (though pricey) cocktails, you’ll soak in the city views while the sounds of Morgan Wallen echo off the building next door.
💡 Know before you go
- The bar gets lively with a house band starting around 10pm most nights.
- The venue does not offer food, but nearby Ka’Teen has great Mexican small plates.