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Hollywood · Speakeasy

La Descarga

A full pre-revolutionary Havana theme that commits all the way: Cuban cigars, a rum list deeper than almost anywhere else in the city, and a show that moves through the room.

CelebratingGroupsLate night
Neighbourhood
Hollywood
Style
Speakeasy
Known for
Over 100 rums · A hidden entrance through a working cigar shop · Live band and burlesque most nights
Prices
$$$ · cocktails ~$17–21
Getting in
Reservation required. Thu-Sat, or for parties over 8
Food
Snacks and small plates
Hours
Tue-Sat 8pm-2am; closed Sun-Mon
Address
1159 N Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029

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Checked: Confirmed via current listings and a July 2026 Yelp listing (1,185 reviews, actively updated). Checked November 2026.

Photo: La Descarga, from their website.

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