West Hollywood Bar Hopping:
Employees Only, Tu Madre, The Surly Goat
This eclectic mix of bars are all within stumbling distance of each other. The bar crawl kicks off at the more upscale establishment of the trio, progressing through the circuit with a pit stop for tacos along the way.
1. / Step inside the speakeasy-within-a-speakeasy at Employees Only
📍 7953 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046
With renowned origins in New York City, Employees Only offer a carefully-curated selection of cocktails. Enter through the psychic’s storefront and immerse yourself in the Art Deco-inspired dining room and curved bar. Keep an eye out for Henry’s Room, a speakeasy within the speakeasy, accessible through a discreet back wall.
💡 Know before you go
- Make a reservation on their website – spots fill up fast for both rooms.
- The back room is more intimate, and features live music on Wednesday nights. Just know it can be hard to hear over the band.
2. / Make a taco stop at Tu Madre and get the margarita flight
📍 1111 N Hayworth Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90046
Tu Madre vibrant West Hollywood location is directly behind Employees Only. Their taco menu is unique and extensive, including slow-roasted meats and house-made chili salsas. Plenty of plant-based options available, and their beloved red velvet churros are a crowd pleaser. But the real star of the show is their margarita flight – delivered with a sparkler to make sure everyone knows what you got.
💡 Know before you go
- These aren’t your typical tacos. Check out the menu here.
3. / Marvel at the world-class tap list of The Surly Goat
📍 7929 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046
Tucked inside a casual, dive-ish atmosphere, The Surly Goat delivers beyond expectations as a craft beer bar. With two dozen beers on tap and over 40 rare and international bottles, this two-tiered bar is adorned with a collection of old brewhouse memorabilia.
💡 Know before you go
- It gets busy as the night goes on. On Saturdays, you can’t even tell whether it’s a bar or a dance club anymore.
- There are two outdoor areas (one in front, one in back) with tables that are smoke-friendly.