Lily’s Bar
Beachwood Canyon, Los Angeles
Bar in Los Angeles, United States
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Lily's Bar is a practical Hollywood pick when the night calls for an easy bar stop with credible wine recognition rather than a full restaurant plan. Shortlist it for dates or small-group drinks; choose a more food-led venue if dinner is the main event.
About Lily’s Bar
In Los Angeles, Lily's Bar is worth shortlisting when the priority is an evening bar stop with verified hours and a casual dress code. The available facts are limited, so the safest way to plan around it is to use the confirmed schedule rather than assume a specific menu, service style, or scene.
The case here is narrow but useful: this is a Los Angeles bar with Star Wine List recognition in 2026. For a first visit, treat it as a place to start or extend the night, not as the single anchor of an itinerary. The available details do not support choosing it for a named chef, a destination menu, or a special-occasion dining format.
A Los Angeles bar for a flexible first stop
The strongest verified reasons to consider Lily's Bar are practical: it is in Los Angeles, the dress code is casual, the posted hours begin at 6 PM daily. It stays open until midnight on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, until 2 AM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
First-timers should keep expectations practical. The confirmed information supports a bar plan, not a documented cuisine identity or public-facing signature menu. That makes it a better fit for a simple evening stop than for diners trying to evaluate a full kitchen. If the night needs a guaranteed food centerpiece, compare it against restaurant-led options instead of treating it as a dinner substitute.
Use it when confirmed hours matter more than extra assumptions
The planning appeal is the schedule. In Los Angeles, a 6 PM daily opening and later Thursday-through-Saturday closing can help when the night needs flexibility. The tradeoff is that the verified public profile is thin: there is no confirmed price point, seat count, menu format, reservation policy, or food program in the provided facts.
For a first-timer, the right call is simple: go if the group wants a casual Los Angeles bar with confirmed evening and late-night hours plus Star Wine List recognition; be cautious if the night depends on detailed food, a published cocktail identity, or a specific entertainment hook. For broader planning across the city, use our full Los Angeles bars guide, then cross-check dinner and stay options through our full Los Angeles restaurants guide and our full Los Angeles hotels guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 6141 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- lilysbarla.com
- Phone
- (323) 848-4438
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Lily’s Bar reads as a quietly serious wine room tucked into the Franklin Avenue neighborhood. The Star Wine List recognition signals a curator’s approach: the wine list is a program rather than an afterthought, and the piece positions Lily’s among a credentialed cohort of destination bars. The tone is local and low-key rather than tourist-driven; repeat regulars and word-of-mouth build the room’s reputation. The editorial feeling is restrained and purposeful — a Hollywood spot that prioritizes depth and selection over spectacle, attracting guests who come to explore the list and the people who manage it.
Best For
This is a bar for people who prioritize wine-first experiences: think deliberate date nights, after-work glasses with coworkers who know their bottles, or quiet casual hangouts with friends who want to linger over a list. Because the room is described as drawing a local, repeat clientele and earning industry recognition, it rewards visitors who appreciate curated lists and measured service rather than loud, scene-driven nights. It also suits someone seeking to learn or explore — the wine-focused program makes it a natural fit for wine-minded outings in Hollywood.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the wine program: Lily’s is framed around a curated, credentialed list, so asking staff for guidance or by-the-glass recommendations is your best move. Expect the selection to be the point of the visit, so allow time to browse and talk through vintages or regions rather than rushing a single drink. The write-up also flags demand built through word of mouth and regulars, so plan logistics accordingly — arrive early or check availability before you go, and be prepared to follow the server’s suggestions to navigate a deep, intentionally curated list.
Planning details
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Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If the night needs a more built-out activity, cross-shop The Spare Room. If dinner needs to carry the plan, choose L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele instead.
Bar context
How Lily's Bar compares in Los Angeles
Choose Lily's Bar when wine credibility and easy logistics matter more than a highly defined concept. The Spare Room is the stronger pick if the group wants a more experience-led night, while Lily's Bar is the cleaner choice for a simpler drinks plan near Hollywood.
Shintaro Sushi and Japanese Restaurant and L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele make more sense when food is the reason for going out. Lily's Bar works better before or after dinner, especially for guests who want the flexibility of a bar rather than a restaurant reservation.
Mojo Hookah Lounge and Tropicana are better cross-shops when ambience is the main filter. Pick Lily's Bar for a wine-led stop with lower planning pressure; pick those peers when the room itself is the point of the night.
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Compare Lily’s Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Lily’s Bar | Los Angeles | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| Mojo Hookah Lounge | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Shintaro Sushi and Japanese Restaurant | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| The Spare Room | Los Angeles | No published awards |
| Tropicana | Los Angeles | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lily's Bar good for groups?
The verified facts do not include seating, reservation, or group-size details. Lily's Bar opens at 6 PM daily, closes at midnight on Monday through Wednesday and Sunday, closes at 2 AM on Thursday through Saturday. For a more structured outing, The Spare Room may be another option to compare.
Is Lily's Bar good for a date?
It can be a reasonable choice for a casual evening date in Los Angeles, especially if the schedule works for your plans. The Star Wine List (2026) recognition is a confirmed signal, the Thursday-Saturday 2 AM close helps if the night runs late. If you want a different style of outing, The Spare Room is another option to compare.
Do I need a reservation at Lily's Bar?
The verified facts do not include a reservation policy. The practical move is to confirm directly with Lily's Bar before you go, especially on Friday and Saturday when hours run to 2 AM. If you want to compare with a restaurant-led plan, L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele is another option to consider.
What's the crowd like at Lily's Bar?
The verified facts do not describe the crowd or atmosphere in detail. What is confirmed is that Lily's Bar is a casual Los Angeles bar with a 6 PM opening every day and a 2 AM close on Thursday through Saturday. For a different kind of night out, Tropicana is another venue to compare.
Is Lily's Bar open late?
Yes. Lily's Bar is open until 2 AM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday. On Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, it is open from 6 PM to midnight.
