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The Wellesbourne

The Wellesbourne

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Westside, Los Angeles
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    Mercedes M.
    "Best vodka gimlets, cool atmosphere, but I'd come on a weekday."(3 Tips)
    Joseph C.
    "#@ the bar #Fireplace #Pico"(6 Tips)
    Jonny A.
    "Best old fashioned in Los Angeles."(4 Tips)
    Mayumi M.
    "order the "norito," drink."(2 Tips)
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  • LAist
    LAistAugust 1, 2014
    You can't help feeling a bit like Harry Potter as you sip on one of their delightful libations while sitting next to the roaring fireplace sipping on a Brandy Alexander. Read more
  • John D.heart icon on user image
    John DeckerMay 2, 2015
    I finally got to visit The Wellesbourne last night. It exceeded my expectations and is now my new L.A. fave! Try the Cucumber Mint Martini and the Blackberry Gimlet with a flaming orange garnish. Wow!
  • Brian T.
    Brian TanklageFebruary 22, 2020
    Great drinks, good looking crowd, easy-going & classy vibe. Unlike most bars where the ownership feels that blasting loud (and mostly bad) music is a good idea; this bar has good music
  • Edlin C.
    Edlin ChoiSeptember 27, 2012
    Keep it classy. Old mahogany feel with large leather chairs and great mixologists. Sit by the fire and ponder life w your friends as you sip down an Old Fashioned. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
  • Rkqp
    RkqpDecember 7, 2012
    Live music is great - current samples and a great DJ in the off time. Awesome RnB tunes! Way too loud for a date, though. Drinks are so so and they so offer $4 valet parking.
  • ndulyn
    ndulynJanuary 5, 2013
    Come early to snag prime seating by the fireplace. Great group hang out in an antique style library setting. No table service: All food/drinks must be ordered at the bar.
  • John C.
    John CohenApril 14, 2013
    This place was fun great atmosphere for the younger crowd. Drinks were well poured and the music was House. Great Experience I would recommend this place for 30 and under.
  • Christopher L.
    Christopher LaedleinSeptember 28, 2013
    This place is awesome, let the mixologists work their magic and get creative, I recommend the manhattan. Avoid the $11 delirium, it's good but it's no Unibroue
  • Daniela G.
    Daniela GJanuary 17, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Parking's easy (mall/street/cheap valet). Drinks are fairly priced, but if you're adventurous, let the waiter create a drink for you. It's worth the wait!
  • Matt (@VeganCheesehead) C.heart icon on user image
    Fun vibe. Library theme is cool, fireplace is nice, and drinks are potent!! 🍹🍺🍻. Wear something nice though.
  • Karon W.
    Karon WFebruary 6, 2013
    This is the Westside less expensive equivalent of the Edison (minus the speakeasy part). Really great vibe and anywhere that has Strongbow on tap gets an A+ from me!
  • Bo L.heart icon on user image
    Bo LiebmanJune 15, 2017
    Great decor and good drinks. Can sometimes take a while to get your drinks though. Bartenders are professional but overbooked.
  • Kaz K.heart icon on user image
    Kaz K.June 15, 2015
    Always have fun here; service is great and crowd is diverse. More down to earth than your stereotypical Westside bar.
  • Kevin
    KevinOctober 14, 2012
    The first 2 parking spots outside turn into passenger loading zones after 7pm. Takes a bit to see it on the meter's scrolling message, but it is legit if they tell you you can't park in the first 2.
  • Jeana P.
    Jeana PassySeptember 3, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    One of my favorite bars on the west side. All the bar tenders are knowledgeable and the drinks are made to perfection.
  • Jeff S.heart icon on user image
    Jeff StephensFebruary 13, 2019
    Classic cocktails are solid, and the “bartender’s choice” is fantastic in happy hour.
  • Jivanto v.
    Jivanto van HemertJanuary 11, 2014
    Phenomenal! Everything from the drinks to the atmosphere to the bar tenders are great here!
  • Sam L.heart icon on user image
    Sam LickerSeptember 24, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Best Vesper Martini I've had so far. Good cocktail and beer menu
  • Justin M.heart icon on user image
    Justin McCammonMarch 25, 2015
    Great library themed bar to stop off for a drink if you're waiting for a table nearby.
  • Mayumi M.
    Mayumi MiyasatoJuly 16, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    order the "norito," drink. A hidden Wellesbourne drink- Its fairly cheap and taste like yummy applepie w/a dash of cinnamon!
  • K P.
    K PSeptember 4, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Mishka knows how to make a pretty awesome old fashioned. Just be sure to order it trash out with a little bit less sugar.
  • E. J.
    E. J. M.February 4, 2014
    Get the table area by the fireplace on a Monday night
  • Ashley
    AshleyAugust 25, 2012
    Service is SLOW, so you might want to be finishing yours while you wait at the bar for a refill, but they make a first-rate vodka gimlet. Park at Westside Pavilions garage across the street for free.
  • Rehi A.heart icon on user image
    Rehi AlaganarFebruary 24, 2015
    On Saturday night the tunes were amazing - 90s hip hop and RnB
  • Amanda S.
    Amanda SzalasnyAugust 8, 2014
    Slow service but only because they're perfectionists. They'll reserve tables for your bday celebration for free! Try the Grasshopper.
  • Christina O.
    Christina O'RourkeApril 16, 2011
    You'll feel like you're at some secret society's house party. Skip the Valet, you can usually find parking on Pico - even on weekend nights.
  • Mercedes M.
    Mercedes McLemoreJanuary 11, 2012
    Best vodka gimlets, cool atmosphere, but I'd come on a weekday. This place gets too damn crowded!
  • Ricky H.
    Ricky HernandezJanuary 26, 2014
    Wonderfully decorated interior, try the Pimms Cup
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HeiserDecember 26, 2018
    Good cocktails, but way too loud for a place that seems like it should be a chill lounge vibe.
  • Shil P.heart icon on user image
    Shil PaNovember 20, 2014
    Foooooosball. Awesome dig. Feel like I'm in a cozy pocket of Bruce Wayne's mansion
  • Joseph C.heart icon on user image
    Joseph CAugust 20, 2014
    Cool bar to hang. Different areas to have a drink with friends. #@ the bar #Fireplace #Pico
  • Jim D.
    Jim De VicoSeptember 8, 2013
    Fantastic atmosphere. Crowd gets very young after 11.
  • Marc V.heart icon on user image
    Marc VermutSeptember 2, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Great cocktails and bartenders that will custom mix.
  • K P.
    K PSeptember 4, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Ask Steve to make you a Steve Cider. It's like a mojito with gin.
  • Teufel W.heart icon on user image
    Teufel WolfJune 9, 2012
    You can get a weak open Wi-Fi signal if you sit by the front windows.
  • Emmalee
    EmmaleeAugust 4, 2013
    Nicer bar with a cool atmosphere!
  • Jonny A.
    Jonny AhdoutAugust 7, 2014
    Best old fashioned in Los Angeles.
  • Connie C.heart icon on user image
    Connie ChiuDecember 16, 2017
    Fun but crowded spot with corporate folks and online dating peeps.
  • Matt S.heart icon on user image
    Matt SchwarzSeptember 19, 2018
    Have a cocktail by the fireplace.
  • Andrew M.
    Andrew MuiMarch 23, 2013
    Ask John for the Tuxedo number 2!!! Awesome drink
  • @jasonyi924heart icon on user image
    @jasonyi924April 28, 2013
    Great live music on Thursdays. Funk rock band.
  • Tessaheart icon on user image
    TessaDecember 22, 2019
    Good craft cocktails
  • Alex H.
    Alex HymanApril 9, 2012
    Thursday nights offers up some pretty talented live music.
  • James T.heart icon on user image
    James TAugust 18, 2014
    Their Foosball table needs some love.
  • Teresa T.
    Teresa TongNovember 17, 2012
    DJ Moses on Fri nights play pretty sweet 90s beats
  • T M.
    T ManFebruary 11, 2018
    Ramos gin fizz
  • bryan V.
    bryan ValderramaJuly 28, 2013
    Great place but a little too loud
  • James T.heart icon on user image
    James TAugust 18, 2014
    Nice atmosphere.
  • Nareg
    NaregAugust 25, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Good times!!!!
  • Alexandra K.
    Alexandra KapchinskyAugust 11, 2011
    Their old fashioneds are delish.
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