The Endless Los Angeles Summer

For most of the country, summer ends after Labor Day. However, in Los Angeles it stays warm until spring. Stay outside and enjoy the SoCal sun by dropping in one or all of these places.
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For most of the country, summer ends after Labor Day. However, in Los Angeles it stays warm until spring. Stay outside and enjoy the SoCal sun by dropping in one or all of these places.

Altitude
Surrounded by spectacular views spanning downtown Los Angeles, the ocean and the Hollywood sign, the rooftop Altitude Pool at the SLS Beverly Hills offers a seductive atmosphere. Patrons can enjoy refreshing cocktails and light fare by José Andrés. For the rest of September, Altitude transforms into a pool and lounge from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., offering weekend VIP bottle service and live music with DJs.

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Photo Credit: The SLS Beverly Hills

Pearl's Liquor Bar
The team behind the West Hollywood hotspot Rock & Reilly's Irish Rock Pub, bring a unique entertaining experience with their second Los Angeles venture, Pearl's Liquor Bar. The menu offers a selection of small plates and entrees. Living up to their Liquor Bar name, guests can order classic cocktails with an LA twist: "The Fitzgerald," served with tequila, coconut water, passion fruit, jalapeño, lime and fresh mint or, "The Villa Nova," with Pavan Liqueur, gin, cucumber juice and lime juice. Nothing says September in Los Angeles like by relaxing on the rooftop patio overlooking Sunset Boulevard.

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Photo Credit: Alan Lin

Eveleigh
Eveleigh is the perfect indoor/outdoor location in the Sunset Plaza, with Australian inspired dishes from chef Jordan Toft. Guests can enjoy a table outside, under the trees, inside the country-themed nook or on the back, sun-filled patio. Eveleigh also has a bakery with breads and muffins perfect for sharing as a brunch appetizer.

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Photo Credit: Eveleigh

Tropicana
Pool season is still alive in Hollywood! The Tropicana Pool Bar at Hollywood Roosevelt is continuing their outdoor, weekly Monday Movie Night. The hotel fills the pool deck with a big projection screen and rows of comfortable couches, blankets and a fire pit to make you feel at home. Each week is a different movie and theme. Monday, September 16 will be Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory. No reservations necessary.

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Photo Credit: The Roosevelt Hotel

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