The Viper Room - Los Angeles, CA The Viper Room Rock Club, Lounge, and Bar Los Angeles "Johnny Depp and a spot on the Sunset strip"(5 Tips) "Small, intimate, fun venue in the heart of West Hollywood."(4 Tips) "live music on the Sunset Strip"(2 Tips) "Great live music and fair prices."(11 Tips) 59 Tips and reviews Log in to leave a tip here. Post Party Earth July 9, 2012 Check out the Viper Room’s blog to learn about secret shows and unannounced special guests. And if you miss out on Prince’s performance, you might still be able to see the set list posted. Read more LA Weekly January 26, 2013 No longer owned by Johnny Depp, this nightclub remains a popular destination for live-music fans. Sadly, River Phoenix died outside on Halloween 1993. Check out the intimate lounge downstairs. 21+ Read more Line 6 November 30, 2011 A legendary live music club on LA's famed Sunset Blvd. Great live sound and professional staff.

Backline is excellent here so don't fear bringing your guitar and plugging right into the house gear! Line6 November 30, 2011 A legendary live music club on LA's famed Sunset Blvd. Great live sound and professional staff. Backline is excellent here so don't fear bringing your guitar and plugging right into the house gear! MetroSeeker.com August 24, 2012 Great music, drink specials, acoustics, and bands. What's not to love about this place? Bring your friends and check-in regularly: they have loyalty specials and a mayor special! ;) Trina G. April 12, 2012 Been here 100+ times Be nice to the guy at the door (usually Joe) and the gal in the box (usually Rita); they are beautiful assets to Viper and will take none of your shit. Hillary Noelle May 23, 2015 Great for live music. Bar downstairs is cozy.

Great intimate venue ❤️ 987LA June 24, 2010 This club is so dark it feels like it’s always nighttime, even if you’re in there at 11am (which we have been). Perfect for checking out up-and-comers up close and personal. Read more Trina G. August 19, 2010 Been here 100+ times This is the stage that rock stars return to because they love it. Follow The Viper Room on Twitter & Facebook for anything and everything that you want to know about upcoming shows and events. Get you TicketWeb July 21, 2011 Get the Viper-logo mug with your 6oz liquor and keep it for future drinks! Starts at $18, and they also have $5 drinks from 11-2 nightly! Read more Cipriano Sánchez October 6, 2015 Nice live music! This place also has some history from back in the 90s. check it out! We love the Viper Room because they have live music until 2am 7 days a week!

HowAboutWe April 14, 2011 One of the best places to catch live music on the Sunset Strip, perfect for any music loving duo. Chris Shon November 28, 2011 Started by Johnny Depp, you'll find a consistent stream of good music. Once in a while you'll get a crappy set. Roc Nation June 8, 2011 With a famous owner, Johnny Depp and a spot on the Sunset strip, it's a pretty cool club. Steer clear of the overpriced, watered down mixed drinks. Instead grab a $5 beer. TicketWeb February 10, 2011 One of our favorite clubs on the strip. What history it's created since 1993 and it's still going strong! TW ♥'s The Viper Room! Ron van Zuylen February 2, 2012 Co-founded and partially owned by Johnny Depp from 1993 to 2004. Infamous as the place River Phoenix died on the morning of October 31, 1993.

The Standard June 13, 2011 CA (See) - The Viper Room is the place of rock star royalty. Always a good time, guaranteed! @JaumePrimero October 28, 2012 Volcom Entertainment November 19, 2010 Shows here always go off, which could be in part due to the drink specials. Order a whiskey and watch the crazy happen. Π!©0|_€ [Jax] October 25, 2011 No need to line up too early. Small, intimate, fun venue in the heart of West Hollywood. Oz November 19, 2010 Henrik Johansson October 1, 2013 The table by right stage is definitely the one to get! MEL BROWN STUDIOS August 24, 2014 Awesome gigs. Awesome venue. Just missing a mr depp ;) Sherry Citron August 11, 2013 Been here 10+ times Don't turn your back. The waitress will swipe your $10 drink before you have a chance to drink half.

Then try to make u pay $150 for a table at 1:30am. Been comin here 10 years. Don't even try it. Jenny L. December 13, 2014 Downstairs bartender was making us cheap craft cocktails. Trina G. April 12, 2012 Been here 100+ times The Viper Room now has an official app! Go and get it, my rock and roll lovers! TotallyLikeDuh May 17, 2012 Been here 100+ times Stiff drinks, good company and live music = a Victorious night on the Strip...every night! *tip yer bartenders! Trina G. January 25, 2010 Been here 100+ times If I have to tell you about this place...okay, fine. There's music. There are libations. There are scantily clad women. There are unusual sightings within and without. Did I mention there's music? Read more Write for Hollywood July 11, 2013 Next visit, I go early so I can check out some music.

Dune Agency May 3, 2011 The Viper Room became famous for being johnny depps club. Rock n' roll attitude ! Mezcal El Silencio 🐇 March 20, 2015 Great bands, loud music. Very Hollywood!! Mark Gilliam August 8, 2014 Great live music and fair prices. TotallyLikeDuh August 14, 2012 Drink specials in the downstairs lounge!!! Party time! EXCELLENT! Victoria January 31, 2016 Sunset Strip, West Hollywood, Los Angeles | Party Earth West Hollywood Sierra Drive on the west and North Crescent Heights Boulevard on the East West Hollywood, CA 90046 24/7; Last call is 2am in Los Angeles Recommended as: First to review Paul F. Party Earth Sunset Strip Review The Scene The Sunset Strip in West Hollywood is a famous road packed with live music, bars, clubs, shopping, &amp; more. Join the WeHo scensters at Party Earth.

West Hollywood, Los Angeles – Although Sunset Boulevard runs all the way from Downtown Los Angeles to the Pacific Ocean, the most famous stretch of this road is the roughly mile-and-a-half span through West Hollywood known as The Sunset Strip. A nightlife hotspot as far back as the 1920s, The Strip today packs in a massive collection of high-end boutiques, glitzy eateries, swanky hotels, hopping bars, pulsing live music venues, velvet-rope clubs, and plenty of chances to spy a celebrity at practically any hour. Massive billboards cover nearly every building along this stretch, and probably nowhere else in the country are visitors more likely to spot the model they see in one of those billboards walking out of the shop below it. By day, LA’s notoriously fashion-conscious consumers keep their credit cards smoking at dozens upon dozens of high-end stores like BCBG, Club Monaco, KIN, and the Armani Exchange, though not even the runway collection at Catherine Malandrino holds a candle to the price tags on the cars at Hornburg Jaguar – or probably even on an oil change.

The two blocks that make up the Sunset Plaza are packed with more fashionable boutiques, as well as a large concentration of trendy bistros and outdoor cafés where wide-eyed tourists share a table with “that guy” and everyone enjoys the always vibrant people-watching opportunities along the bustling sidewalks. As night falls, the area truly comes alive, with diehard music fans flooding industry stalwarts with names even the tone deaf would recognize – The Viper Room , Key Club , House of Blues , Whisky A Go Go , The Roxy Theatre – as more pretty people line up outside chic lounges like Soho House and Hyde Lounge , or join the glitzy revelry at Skybar . Of course, the Strip isn’t all about the see-and-be-seen scene, as casual dens like the aptly named Den of Hollywood and Western-themed drinking haven Saddle Ranch Chop House continue to keep young revelers’ wallets from bleeding out, and finding a barebones burger or a basic sandwich that wasn’t prepared by some master chef from the CIA is hardly a chore.

Yet even celebrities get a hankering for junk food, so visitors shouldn’t be surprised to see an A-lister – fresh from a stay at the famous Chateau Marmont Hotel – scarfing down a few fries at the local McDonald’s behind the cozy privacy of a massive pair of sunglasses. Welcome to The Sunset Strip! read less read more Tip from Emma: In LA you almost always need a car to go anywhere. But with so much to see and do packed into such a relatively short distance, The Strip is the perfect spot to contradict the old adage – people really DO walk in LA! Crowd Scenesters, models, celebrities, wannabe celebrities, fashionistas, socialites, wealthy businessmen, women who brunch, shopping fiends, diehard music fans, students, agents, other Hollywood types, and loads of tourists. All ages.

Entertainment / Music The Roxy Theatre (9009 Sunset Boulevard) Live laughs at: The Comedy Store (8433 Sunset Boulevard) High-end bars and clubs include: Bar Marmont (8171 Sunset Boulevard) On The Rox (9009 Sunset Boulevard) Hyde Lounge (8029 Sunset Boulevard) Skybar (8440 Sunset Boulevard) Soho House (9200 Sunset Boulevard) Budget-friendly bars and clubs include: Den of Hollywood (8226 Sunset Boulevard) Red Rock (8782 Sunset Boulevard) A/X Armani Exchange (8700 Sunset Boulevard) BCBG Max Azria (8634 Sunset Boulevard) Club Monaco (8569 Sunset Boulevard) KIN (8555 Sunset Boulevard) Book Soup (8818 Sunset Boulevard) Hippocampus (8870 Sunset Boulevard) Don’t-tell-your-mom-about shopping options include: Hustler Hollywood (8920 Sunset Boulevard) Food / Miscellaneous Dining options abound from budget-conscious to fuhgedaboutit.

Pricey highlights include: Amarone Kitchen & Wine (8868 Sunset Boulevard) Asia De Cuba (8440 Sunset Boulevard) Boa (9200 Sunset Boulevard) BLT Steak (8720 Sunset Boulevard) Le Clafoutis (8630 Sunset Boulevard) Budget-friendly highlights include: Cabo Cantina (8301 Sunset Boulevard) Carney’s (8351 Sunset Boulevard) Coney Dog (8873 Sunset Boulevard) Duke’s West Hollywood (8909 Sunset Boulevard) Mel’s Drive-In (8585 Sunset Boulevard) Parking is notoriously difficult along The Strip, especially when night falls. Prices Food and drink prices run the gamut, from $5 tacos to $50 fusion corn-wrapped all-natural Spanish-style crispy bites (also known as “tacos”). What to Wear / Dress Code Anything goes: dress to impress to grunge rocker to hungover-actor-in-pajamas on the weekends. Hot Nights / When to Go Any day for people-watching and shopping. Weekends obviously draw a bigger natural crowd, but any night promises lots to do and see.

Close By Up North Doheny Drive near the western edge of the strip is a maze of hilly streets that are home to some of the world’s most famous celebrities. Even if celebrity hunting doesn’t entice, the views from up here are some of the best in the city. Tags: ActorsAgentsAll AgesAnything goesBarsBudget-friendlyBusiness TypesCafésCasualCelebritiesClubsDressyEdgy Rocker WearFashion ForwardFashion TypesFilm Industry TypesFreeGalleryGood LookingGrungyHigh FashionHotel GuestsHotspotLaid backModelsMusic Industry ProfessionalsMusic LoversMusic LoversMusic ScenestersMusiciansOutdoor AreaPeople WatchingPub CrawlersRestaurantsRocker ChicScenesterShoppingSightseeingSocialitesStudentsTouristsWhite Collar Sunset Strip User Reviews Jen D. NEW Jul 24, 2013 The rating speaks for itself… The Sunset Strip is the perfect location to hit up while out cruising throughout sunny, West Hollywood. This area has a lot of history and consists of a variety of different restaurants, shopping boutiques, concert venues, nightclubs, etc.

Whether you are a tourist or a local, an adult or younger, The Sunset Strip is a place for people of all ages and also for those with diverse interests. The Sunset Strip is full of city-life appeal, with billboards of upcoming movie and desirable brand name products displayed throughout the town, and a reputation of being a place to spot famous celebrities. During the day, shopping addicts can be found wearing a smile upon their face, and come night, the city comes alive where club-goers and music enthusiasts fill the sidewalks forming lines to enter some of the most popular venues of existence. The Viper Room, House of Blues Sunset, Whisky A Go-Go, and The Roxy Theatre are among some of the many nighttime crowd pleasers in the area. Let’s not leave out the food. The Sunset Strip has numerous food amenities to offer. Whether you are looking for a fancy sit-down restaurant or something quick and easy, The Sunset Strip has it all. One of the public’s favorite parts about the strip is that certain food facilities located near the concert venues and clubs stay open later for those partiers left with the munchies after a night of fun in the vivacious venues.

Overall, The Sunset Strip has much to offer and is seen as an iconic experience in West Hollywood. Stop by and enjoy your stay in WeHo. Historic and Alive Kristen D. NEW May 20, 2013 This place is really a sight to see. Although it is not the same as it was in its hay day back in the 60s, the sunset strip is still a very interesting place with lots of places to see. Just a drive down sunset will provide you with sights like no other. The places are so colorful and awesome to see. It is great to see. Additionally, if you are an avid music lover, this is the place for you. There are so many smaller venues along the strip. From places like the Roxy to many more, sunset provides so many clubs and small venues for a intimate music experience. Great place to visit and a place to check out for a fun crazy evening. You never know what you will see on the Sunset Strip. A Sight to See Taylor W. NEW Mar 5, 2013 If you've never been to Los Angeles or a big city in general, or if you just aren't used to it, The Sunset Strip is seriously incredible just to see.

There are billboards all over the place, and huge multi-story buildings with ads for clothing lines taking up the entire side from the roof to the ground. There are neon lights, all kinds of crazy and ornate-looking restaurants and venues, and LA icons. The first time I ever saw the strip I was driving to a specific destination, and I found myself slowing down in my car looking out the window and marveling at all the sights! Everything looks so cool, and every storefront has intrigue. You pass by famous venues like the Laugh Factory, the Roxy and the Whisky A Go Go as well as more interesting fare like Hustler Hollywood. The Strip, and in fact the entire length of Sunset, has a lot to offer! Amazing!!! Don't miss it! Swasti S. NEW Jan 22, 2013 Sunset Blvd is an amazing place which encompasses everything anyone would do for entertainment. There are places to shop, plenty of restaurants and fast food places to eat at, and a wide variety of clubs and bars. If you're an entertainment enthusiast looking for something fun to do, this place is always a great option during any time of the day! Side note: I absolutely love Mel's diner.

Their curly fries and shakes are to die for! Classic LA Julie T. NEW Dec 8, 2012 If traffic isn't too bad (although that is quite often) I will take Sunset Blvd because I love looking at all the excitement around- the billboards, the lights, the concerts, bars, and upscale stores (depending on what part of the strip you are on). I have not really gone out on Sunset to go barhopping and get drunk, but I have gone to several concert venues (The Viper Room, and The Roxy) for various concerts, had delicious pizza at a place next to Whiskey A Go Go, just walked to enjoy the scenery, and I have enjoyed every memory there. I find Hollywood a bit sketchy, especially Hollywood and Vine, but to go check out local/favorite bands and to go have a drink, Sunset Blvd is a great place to go. Must-see Zoë C. NEW Dec 3, 2012 Despite the negative reviews about Sunset Strip, I think this mile and a half section of Sunset Boulevard is a must see!

If you’ve never been, the first time you see those gigantic billboards covering the sides of buildings and advertising everything from new or upcoming movies to luxury cars, you can’t help but say “Wow” in amazement. My favorite restaurant on the strip is Mel’s Drive-In – kind-of chessy I know, but they are always open and the food is really good. I usually go there for breakfast and they can cook up a great southern meal. Also, it’s never to early in the day to enjoy a hand spun homemade milkshake! Happening Sydnie S. NEW Dec 3, 2012 The Sunset strip is a very popular attraction for tourists and locals! Every time I have visited this mile and a half road, it is always so crowded! Unfortunately parking is extremely tough and tends to get a little pricey. I once waited about 30 minutes to find a parking spot here! However, the shopping and restaurants are all high quality. As a non-LA native, I definitely recommend all tourists to come visit here. Fun! Eleni S. NEW Dec 3, 2012 The Sunset strip is a definite must see if you are ever coming to Los Angeles to visit.

However, if you are a southern california native, it is nothing too special and nobody really goes out of there way to go to the sunset strip frequently. It is a very touristy location and it tends to be very crowded. The shopping on the sunset strip is okay and there are some good restaurants. Parking is kind of a pain so i recommend taking a cab! There are several cool venues on the sunset strip. I have been to a few sorority/fraternity parties there! If you are not an LA native and want to learn more about Hollywood etc, then go to the sunset strip! Bars and Clubs are fun! Audriana L. NEW Nov 30, 2012 Sunset is a very touristy and honestly I'd avoid it if it weren't for the fun nightlife. Parking and traffic is a pain, so my friends and I always take cabs. The music venues on Sunset are really fun small shows, and I've been quite a few times for this kind of entertainment. Mostly its fun to scope out the occasional celebs and has decent shopping. The actual strip itself is fun, but the crowd can definitely make or break the environment.

Its an iconic spot, but I'd definitely recommend avoiding if you're looking for a relaxing time during the day. Recommend for going out at night-but beware of obnoxious tourists at all times. Overall, nothing special for the LA Native as a few of my predecessors have noted. Stays Open Late Georgina S. NEW Nov 29, 2012 I am an LA Native, and while I agree with the post below that it really isn't something special, I still always have a good time when I go! I get my facials at a spa on the Sunset strip, and I'd recommend it to anyone. The crowd is kind of annoying because everyone seems to be trying too hard, but that's pretty easy to ignore. I love that everything stays open super late, so you can come at 3 am and expect Mel's diner or Mirabella to still be serving. I love all the lights and liveliness very late at night, so the Sunset Strip is a good spot to go to after a party as a fun night cap. There's also pretty nice shopping, like BCBG, but unfortunately there's also a few super pretentious spots that sell low quality clothing for WAY more than it's worth. Oh well.

This is LA, I guess you can't expect much less. Typical Hollywood Rachel S. NEW Nov 29, 2012 For any LA local the Sunset strip is nothing special. We come here for the bars and clubs but not for the touristy attractions. It is filled with tourists so I don’t think it is that much fun anymore It is still fun to come here sometimes but I would rather go downtown or to Santa Monica. However, if you are a tourist you have to go to the Sunset strip. It is a great way to see and learn about Hollywood. Tourists will have a blast here at day or night. Definitely not putting down its importance, it is just not my favorite place to be. Super fun for tourists! Aarti C. NEW Nov 29, 2012 I'll admit, residents are probably not as thrilled to go to Sunset Boulevard as much as tourists are. I first visited Sunset Boulevard when I was on a family vacation and we stayed at one of the hotels on the boulevard itself.

It was exciting, vibrant, and full of people and for tourists such as ourselves, it made for a great experience with lots of food options, shopping venues, and attractions like museums and famous hotels like the Chateau Marmont. Residents most likely have better places to go and will find the noise and crowds of Sunset Boulevard to be overwhelming; however, I would not be surprised if they frequented the restaurants and nightclubs in the area since they happen to be the best in town. Overall, its an exciting place to spend a shopping day or a fun night out! Sunset Strip Sarah B. NEW Nov 28, 2012 Parking and traffic can be pricey and dicey but it is worth the trip. It is a place for tourists and locals to hear great music and find great restaurants. You'll keep coming back! Sunset Strip Rachel G. NEW Nov 17, 2012 Main hub for all that is music and nightlife on The Sunset Boulevard. I usually am on Sunset when I am either driving through or going to see a show at the House of Blues. Though this street is a total tourist magnet, for the locals it is one of the most frequent places they visit.

I would love to not visit the tourist attractions, but all of my favorite bands play at the venues along Sunset Boulevard. That is the love hate relationship with this street. You want to hate it and be away from it, but you can't because historically it is one of the most hopping places to be at night in LA. FUN Allie H. NEW Nov 15, 2012 I do not go to this Sunset strip enough! It has great bars and clubs and restaurants. Pretty much every event I have gone to from high school dances to sorority or fraternity invites, the venue was on sunset. It is a great place for young people. Parking again is just a huge nightmare. I suggest taking a cab because their is limited street parking that is always full. It gets pretty hectic too at the prime night hours. You should go the strip multiple times in your life to get the feeling of Los Angeles living. Definitely go check it out. Recommend! All-in-One D1ΔИΔ Ø. NEW Oct 4, 2012 The strip is a love and hate relationship for me! Why I love it: You've got live entertainment, shopping and food throughout a good stretch of Sunset.

It is sure to accomodate anyone, except a cheap date ha! I mostly frequent the live music venues: Whiskey A Go-Go, H.O.B., The Viper Room. All which offer local bands and well known musicians/bands. Tickets are also cheap compaired to larger venues. Other venues I like are the Comedy Store and Laugh Factory. Laugh Factory usually has very good headliners and awesome seats. Their main show which is the 10 o'clock usually sells out fast, so expect a long line if you didn't order tickets online. Also another awesome music scene can be found at the Mondrain Boutique Hotel. They usually host indie bands and djs for a free show, but you must R.S.V.P. via their website. Last time I went I saw the Cults, pretty awesome show too. What's also nice about this place is that they have a really intimate pool side restaurant. So you can enjoy a fancy dinner and watch the sunset. For a more casual experience with a larger party, I usually will go to the Saddle Ranch. Cons: Parking and Traffic Because Sunset Blvd. is such a long stretch of businesses, and little parking, expect slow moving traffic.

Residential parking is strictly for residents with a parking permit. There are meters, and lots and valet that can range anywhere up to $15-$20 Tourist drek Sunset Strip Famous Bars, Live Music & Celebrity Hangouts Inside L.A’s Hottes & Hippest Haunts It’s a hip and hop scene along L.A.’s Sunset Strip. Photo: Jack Fleming The sounds from decades past can almost be heard from the street corners. The Sunset Strip is the most famous 10 blocks in all of America. It’s where bands from big cities, small towns and all parts in between go to get discovered. If they are good – and lucky – enough, they emerge from the crowd to reach stardom. (Then they party too much, go into rehab, make a comeback and are featured on VH1’s “Behind the Music.”) Slash slashes his guitar on the Sunset Strip. Their goal is to play “the circuit,” which is the Whiskey, Roxy and the Troubadour. Any given night, people line up to hear the good, the great and and the not-so-great in a musical struggle to make it big in the area of Sunset between Doheny and La Ciegena.

The Strip also has L.A’s chic celebrity haunts, places where gaining entrance requires at least an Academy Award nomination or a few magazine cover shots. The goal of bands is to play “the circuit” while patrons just like to party. Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys walks along the Sunset Strip. A recent revitalization project acknowledges the area’s contribution to American music with 26 10-foot tall replica Gibson guitars placed in front of businesses and in front of the music venues along the 1.6 miles of the Strip. They were painted by local and nationally-acclaimed artists with themes ranging from Jimmy Hendrix to the 60’s counter-culture era. Each August, more than 50 bands are performing in the clubs as part of the Sunset Strip Music Festival. That’s when the Strip itself is be blocked off for performances by name bands like Marilyn Manson, the The Smashing Pumpkins and Slash on two stages in the middle of the street. And just for laughs, the famous Comedy Store is still going strong. Jay Leno, Gallagher, Richard Pryor, George Carlin and more have all cracked jokes at the Comedy Store.

Sunset Strip’s Famous Live Music Venues Bands will fill up the stages in the live music venues along the Sunset Strip. Bands still play the live music venues along the famous Sunset Strip. For Rock ‘n Roll, though, it’s pretty much a punk and heavy metal scene. The demand among bands to “play the Strip” is so high that many bands pay their way onto the stage, sometimes for short gigs that last less than an hour. Time has not at all drained the sound along the Sunset Strip. The Roxy may be the most legendary of them all. Most recently, however, it features several different types of bands playing for 45 minutes, much to the frustration of true LA music heads. The Rainbow Room is a great and popular spillover bar from the live music venues. Next to the Roxy is the Rainbow Bar & Grill (better known as the Rainbow Room), a hard rocker hangout that does not feature live music but does include two free drinks (shots okay) in the $10 cover charge.Because it’s actually a restaurant, there are lots of big booths in addition to a bar area. Those seeking good entertainment from the “scene” don’t even have to go inside; just stand outside and people-watch.

But inside, well, it’s got quite a history, as bands and fans flock here after shows. The Troubadour is a haven for heavy metal. Located off The Strip on Santa Monica in West Hollywood just east of Beverly Hills, it is also famous for launching folk rockers such as David Crosby at its Monday night “hootenanny.” Mondays still rock to this day. The aforementioned Viper Room is a good ‘ol rock ‘n roll club with constant big acts taking the stage (most of the time, it’s name rockers sitting in with other bands). True to its nature, it prefers the casual crowd. It can be either impossible to get into or remarkably easy. It features live bands mixed with house/techno and pop/rock and drinks are expensive. Don’t sit in the booths; they are usually reserved for VIPs, so be prepared to stand all night. Tuesdays have traditionally been its best night, but rock ‘n roll rules on Mondays and now Thursdays has turned into quite the scene. The Key Club features a big stage, large dance area, surrounding balcony and a VIP room. Bands, celebrities and events are commonplace. For rock fans, go Mondays.

It’s an 80’s heavy-metal flashback and the place is packed. The Whiskey A Go-Go is where the Doors, Guns ‘N Roses, Motley Crue and others emerged from the smoke. It also introduced the Go Go girl back in the 60s when the club’s female DJ started dancing to the tunes she was spinning while suspended in a cage above the dance floor. In the 80s, it became the birth of heavy metal. • House of Blues: 8430 W. Sunset. (323) 848-5100 • Key Club: 9039 Sunset. (310) 274-5800 • The Rainbow Room: 9015 Sunset Boulevard.(310) 278-4232. • The Roxy: 9009 W. Sunset. (310) 276-2222 • The Troubadour: 9081 Santa Monica Blvd. (310) 276-6168 • Viper Room: 8852 Sunset.

(310) 358-1880 • Whiskey A-Go-Go: 8901 Sunset. (310) 652-4202 The Trendy Places – Poser Bars & Celebrity Spots Every few months, a celebrity will either open up a bar or create some commotion at one – River Phoenix passing out in front of the Viper Room, for example – that will make it the sudden “in” spot among the chic crowd. Take note that once the general public learns about these places, it’s hipness factor is over and the celebrities have gone on to another place. Even so, gaining access to these places that may be past their prime requires either going on an off-night just to check out the joint, arriving hours before the “in” crowd or attempting to bribe the picky doorman (he won’t even look at your for less than $20 and this only works sometimes). There is one place that continues to be hot, and that’s Sky Bar. Cindy Crawford married the owner; that’s how difficult it is to get into this place. Okay, it’s not not quite that tough, but go early or during the week.

Located in a while building next to the House of Blues in the Mondrian Hotel. Sky Bar is an elegant, outdoor bar, a wood deck surrourding a pool. The view is spectacular – sweeping from downtown LA to Century City to Santa Monica and the Wilshire District. It has tables by the overlook, mattresses and lounge chairs scattered around the pool and an upstairs bar with drinks that start at $9. It’s nice, expensive, and somewhat of a highbrow pick-up joint. Balboa, a high-end steak restaurant in the Grafton Hotel is worth a look. So, too, is the bar at the Standard Hotel. Sunset Strip Casual Bars There are some casual beer-drinking bars along the Sunset Strip. Anyone can pull up a table at one of the many small cafes at Sunset Plaza. Between 8600-8700 Sunset Blvd., these bistros have tables outside next to the sidewalk on both sides of the street that provide a real European flair to the area. Le Petit Four is the most popular place, though anyone from LA loves to rave about the Chinese Chicken Salad at Chin Chin. Scattered among the cafes are boutiques from Nicole Miller, H. Lorenzo and others.

On the less-than-highbrow side, a really fun and casual place to kick back with a couple of beeers is the Red Rock Bar. The small patio (it seats 30 max and is divided by the entrance) is a great place to hang out, meet new people, and watch the traffic flow up and down Sunset Blvd. Inside, a band plays when the sun leaves the day. From the patio, it’s possible to reminisce about the Sunset Strip that was – across the street is the former locations of the famous Tower Records and Spago’s, the LA restaurant that put Wolfgang Puck on the map (and THE foodie hangout for everyone in Hollywood). It’s not the scene of the other places, but history is on the side of Barney’s Beanery. Celebrities and “regular” patrons come here for the burgers and chili (and the onion rings!) and stay for the bar. Andrew “Dice” Clay used to stand on the tables here and try out his act before launching his character. This is an old-style roadhouse with a huge menu, old-style juke box, Harley on display and pool tables.

Its address is Santa Monica Blvd, but it’s actually just down from the House of Blues on Holloway Drive. • Balboa: 8462 Sunset in the Grafton Hotel. (323) 654-4600 • Barney’s Beanery: 8447 Santa Monica, West Hollywood. (323) 654-2287. • Red Rock Bar, 8782 Sunset. (310) 854-0710. • Sky Bar: 8440 Sunset (at Queens Road) in the Mondrian Hotel. (323) 848-6025 • The Standard: 8300 Sunset. (323) 650-9090 • Sunset Plaza: 8600-8700 Sunset. The Sunset Strip 9040 W Sunset Blvd West Hollywood, CA Neighborhood - MapQuest See a problem? Let us know!

Stretching from Beverly Hills on the west to Hollywood on the east, the one-and-a-half-mile section of Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood known as the "Sunset Strip" is one of the most decadent and storied streets in all of Los Angeles. Known as the place where bands such as The Doors, Led Zeppelin, Poison, Guns N' Roses and Van Halen once graced the stage, today the Strip is home to famous nightclubs, swanky hotels, trend-setting restaurants and upscale shopping. If you want to get a taste of the seedier side of Los Angeles and a palpable sense of its counterculture history, the Strip is where you should be. Parking and public transportation on the Sunset Strip Parking options are plentiful on the Sunset Strip, and rates will depend on ease of use. Street parking can be had if you can score a spot; otherwise, find a place in one of the two dozen or so lots on the Strip or valet at a venue that offers the service. Prices range from a few dollars to upwards of $30 for an evening out. If you will be club hopping, public transportation is the best bet.

Many Angelenos now use ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft, and the Metro Local Line 2 bus services the Sunset Strip. Best and worst time to go to the Sunset Strip To get the most authentic experience that hearkens back to the rock 'n' roll past of the Sunset Strip, it is best to visit when the hour is late and the lines are long. Headline acts at clubs may not take the stage until 11 p.m. or later, especially on Fridays and Saturdays. That being said, the Sunset Strip also offers a wide range of restaurants and boutiques to visit during the day. Plan your outing around 1 p.m. on a weekday and you may just spot a celebrity or two "taking lunch." Admission to the Sunset Strip Expect to pay a cover charge at most of the well-known clubs on the Sunset Strip, which can be up to $25 or more, depending on the event. While cruising up and down the strip will give you a taste of its charms for free, be aware there is a no-cruising law and those caught could be subject to citation.

Must see/do on the Sunset Strip The Sunset Strip features some of the most famous clubs in the country and each has its own Hollywood tales of yore, so be sure to check out at least one of them, including The Viper Room , Whisky a Go Go , Bar Marmont , Skybar at Mondrian , House of Blues and The Comedy Store . During the day visit Sunset Plaza for alfresco dining and celebrity sightings or even brave a ride on the mechanical bull at Saddle Ranch . Other places to visit near the Sunset Strip If the clubs on the Strip leave you hungry for more, a quick trip down to The Troubadour on Santa Monica Boulevard should satisfy your appetite for live music and rock history. Beverly Hills lies just west of the Sunset Strip, and here you can get a break from the madness by admiring the large mansions and massive estates of the rich and famous. The next morning, walk off the previous evening's indulgences while taking in some excellent views of the city with a hike at Runyon Canyon Park . Insider tip for visitors to the Sunset Strip Need a little pick-me-up after a long night out?

Mel's Diner on the Strip is open 24 hours and has free parking, so it's the perfect spot to order up some eggs and bacon into the wee hours. Author's bio: Amy Clites is a Los Angeles writer, content creator and actor who spent her youth dreaming about performing on stage with a hair metal band on the Sunset Strip. She is also an avid gardener, cook, reader and traveler and writes regularly about these topics and more on her blog ZeitClites and on Twitter @AmyClites . Your guide to the most talked about bars, eateries and nightclubs on the Sunset Strip - LANightLife.com Your guide to the most talked about bars, eateries and nightclubs on the Sunset Strip Lounges (2) Restaurants (14) If Hollywood is home to L.A.'s film world, then the Sunset Strip is the mecca for music lovers. Alluring and seductive, the appeal of Sunset Strip lies in its ability to embrace and captivate anyone brave enough to journey along its storied path.

This area has enough personality to attract large crowds and enough charisma to light up half the city, with music venues, eateries and nightclubs that welcome both famous and not-so famous faces on its spashy, neon lit streets around the clock. Venues on Sunset don't play by the rules. Within the Sunset Strip's one and a half miles lies more history, scandal and secrets than most towns could ever dream of. Nestled between the opulence of Beverly Hills and the edginess that defines West Hollywood, this pocket of entertainment is a must see for music lovers, foodies, club hoppers and laid-back loungers. If the walls to legendary music venues like The Roxy and The Viper Room could talk, they would spill secrets about many of the famous faces that have stumbled through their doors. And while you can get your pulse racing at one of the many legendary music venues, the Strip's landscape continues to evolve with fine dining restaurants like Asia de Cuba and BLT Steak and ultra-lounges Trousdale and The Den.

Whether you laugh the night away at the world-famous Laugh Factory or sip Dom Perignon in a bungalow at the Chateau Marmont, when you go to the Sunset Strip, prepare to be a part of history. - Shontel Horne Interesting Facts Ever wonder why there are so many advertisements along the Strip? The large, colorful billboards (also known as Vanity Boards) were initially designed to catch the eye of movie producers and studio executives as they drove on Sunset to work in Hollywood from their homes Beverly Hills in the early days of Hollywood. The Viper Room (West Hollywood, CA): Top Tips Before You Go - TripAdvisor Neighborhood Profile West Hollywood For years, West Hollywood has been known as a hub for the LGBT communities in Los Angeles. Today it still maintains the title, but has also become the “it” neighborhood for the entertainment industry’s up-and-comers. Producers, directors, writers and aspiring actors call this area home. Known for great boutique shopping, vintage clothing stores, home décor shops and fitness studios, West Hollywood is a grid of wide boulevards and narrow residential streets. The neighborhood also has a concentration of the most avant-garde restaurants in Los Angeles (rivaled only by the burgeoning restaurant scene Downtown).

A trip to the iconic Sunset Strip, with its many clubs, music venues, hotels and flashing lights won’t be forgotten. Sunset Strip (West Hollywood, CA): Top Tips Before You Go - TripAdvisor Neighborhood Profile West Hollywood For years, West Hollywood has been known as a hub for the LGBT communities in Los Angeles. Today it still maintains the title, but has also become the “it” neighborhood for the entertainment industry’s up-and-comers. Producers, directors, writers and aspiring actors call this area home. Known for great boutique shopping, vintage clothing stores, home décor shops and fitness studios, West Hollywood is a grid of wide boulevards and narrow residential streets. The neighborhood also has a concentration of the most avant-garde restaurants in Los Angeles (rivaled only by the burgeoning restaurant scene Downtown). A trip to the iconic Sunset Strip, with its many clubs, music venues, hotels and flashing lights won’t be forgotten.

Question: On what "strip" in Los Angeles would you find famous clubs such as the Roxy and the Viper Room?
Answer: Sunset Strip