en News 15 Photo gallery: Gibson Amphitheatre through the years]]> By Gregory J. Wilcox, Staff Writer Need a list of the best dive bars in West Hollywood? You've come to the right place.

]]> jfamera@la.com What if just you're looking for a friendly environment with cheap drinks and lots of die-hard sports fans? Well, that's where LA.com comes in handy. Here is your comprehensive guide to the best sports bars in Hollywood.

]]> jfamera@la.com L.A. has some of the best nightclubs in the country. And it's not too uncommon to see movie stars, athletes – even high-profile foreign dignitaries popping in and out of them (at least if you watch TMZ). 

]]> jfamera@la.com Photo gallery: Cavalia's Odysseo mixes horses, acrobats in thrilling show]]> By Catherine Gaugh, Staff Writer With its laidback vibe and hippy atmosphere, Venice is a prime locale for dive bars. Here are a few of the best.

]]> jfamera@la.com There's more to Venice than just a boardwalk and canals (not to mention hippies selling stuff). Here are some of the coolest bars to go to for happy hour. And yes, long hairs are welcome.

]]> jfamera@la.com What was once a part of L.A. that was virtually starved of a vibrant nightlife scene, has since blossomed into an exciting destination for some of the hottest new bars and restaurants. Dive bars, on the other hand, have always been a part of Downtown's allure. 

]]> jfamera@la.com Need a list of the best sports bars in Korea Town? Well you've come to the right place.

]]> jfamera@la.com Hollywood has always been a prime locale for dive bars, probably because it's the only place in the city where glamour and grit are synonymous with one another. Here are a few spots you'll want to check out.

]]> jfamera@la.com Although it's still unofficial, the Rose Bowl could very well be the temporary home of a brand new NFL team. It may be a few years before this is the case, however, but no one will fault you for getting a head start and checking out the dozens of great bars in Pasadena ahead of time. 

]]> jfamera@la.com Who hasn't strolled along the Venice Boardwalk at 2 a.m. with a rumbling in their stomach? No one? Maybe that was just me. Still, Venice has plenty of great eateries that are open late into the night. Here are a few you'll need to check out.

]]> jfamera@la.com Dive bars in Santa Monica do exist. You just have to do a little digging. Here are a few you'll want to check out.

]]> jfamera@la.com Santa Monica is loaded with great sports bars that make all types of fans feel welcome. So even if you root for the Galaxy, you can be sure you'll have a friendly atmosphere to watch the game.

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