The 10 best holiday-themed restaurants and bars in L.A. this year

The Queen of Christmas is holding onto her crown at White Rabbit Sky Lounge inside The Valorian, with a 21+ Mariah-inspired wonderland, themed cocktails made with her Black Irish cream and enough photo opportunities to make your casual acquaintances mute you on IG. It runs November 19 through December 27, and tickets are required.

Address: 8440 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Opening hours: Mon–Thu noon–midnight; Fri–Sat noon–2am; Sun 11am–10pm

For those who prefer their holiday cheer with a side of luxury, Culina is introducing Dinner & A Movie on December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 and 19 with classics like The Holiday, Elf and The Grinch. Tickets are $95 for adults and $75 for children. Unlimited popcorn is included, because at $95 it better be. 

Address: 300 S Doheny Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Opening hours: Varies by schedule

This 21+ annual Hollywood extravaganza is for anyone who thinks subtlety belongs in January. Previous seasons have brought thousands of twinkling lights, costumed characters, themed cocktails and enough Christmas kitsch to make Michael Bublé blanch. Watch for the 2026 dates and ticket details before making plans. 

Address: 6555 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 (entrance off Whitley Avenue)

Opening hours: Vary by date and ticketed session.

Few restaurants understand that more is more quite like this San Fernando Valley institution. Every holiday season, the dining room gets doused in lights, garland and festive ornaments. Add enchiladas and margaritas, and you've got the ultimate L.A. Christmas party, one that doesn't require pretending to enjoy office Secret Santa.

Address: 13301 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

Opening hours: Mon–Fri, 11:30am–midnight; Sat–Sun 11am–midnight. Happy hour Mon–Fri 2:30–6pm

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Who needs the Alps when you've got the Pacific? This seasonal hotel experience pairs alpine-inspired decor with fondue, hearty winter dishes, s'mores and cocktails, all in a beachside setting. It's a particularly appealing option for anyone who wants a cozy holiday dinner without driving to Big Bear. Check the website for the 2026 booking window.

Address: 1740 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Opening hours: The Sand Chalet is a seasonal dinner pop-up on the hotel’s Sunset Terrace, but specific 2026 service hours have not been posted. Check with the hotel for current reservations and availability

At the Pink Palace, holiday indulgence is practically an institution. Polo Lounge has previously celebrated December with a 12 Days of Soufflés special, featuring seasonal flavors such as gingerbread, eggnog and hot cocoa. It's a deliciously over-the-top finale for anyone who believes Christmas calories don't count.

Address: 9641 Sunset Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Polo Lounge hours: Daily 7am–11pm

For Christmas with a side of old Hollywood, head to this 1922 Scottish pub, where the Tudor-style rooms look like Santa's been stopping by for a century. The Tam’s holiday traditions include festive decor and tableside Victorian carolers, while the prime rib and Scotch selection provide plenty of reasons to linger. The holidays are the busiest, as well as happiest, time of year, so make your reservation as far in advance as possible. And if the only option is outdoor? Don't bother; you'll sit on a folding chair on a patch of gravel under a canvas tent, the least-holiday version of dinner imaginable.

Address: 2980 Los Feliz Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039

Opening hours: Daily 11am–9pm. Happy hour Mon–Fri 2–5pm. Closed Christmas Day; December 1–30, 2026, the restaurant lists 11am–9pm dining hours

Sometimes you want a dark Christmas, which is where this Little Tokyo tiki bar comes in. In previous years, The Siren Who Stole Christmas has been a delightfully twisted holiday takeover inspired by a mythical sea creature with a grudge. Expect nautical kitsch, rum-heavy cocktails and a decidedly less wholesome approach to the holidays. Keep watch for the 2026 return before planning your yuletide descent into tiki madness.

Address: 428 E. 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Opening hours: Daily 5pm–2am

Tucked into the Alcove Café & Bakery, Big Bar is a neighborhood cocktail den that knows the holidays don't need a fake snowstorm or a DJ dressed as an elf. Previous seasonal menus have included hot toddies, Irish coffee and playful Christmas cocktails, with gingerbread-inspired drinks making appearances. It's a more relaxed alternative to ticketed spectacles, especially if your ideal December night is a well-made drink and conversation rather than waiting in line to pose beside a 6-foot nutcracker. 

Address: 1927 Hillhurst Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027

Opening hours: Mon–Wed 11am–midnight; Thu–Fri 11am–1am; Sat 9:30am–1am; Sun 9:30am–midnight

Christmas at this nautical-themed Koreatown dive bar is the ultimate dive bar, bar fly take on the holiday season. A gloriously unpolished neighborhood institution, it's riddled with faded tinsel and dropping garlands, and more Christmas trees than you would expect in a single bar. Order a cheap drink, settle in for a round of jukebox selections and soak up the seasonal chaos. The Bounty is also the best place in town to wallow in your seasonal depression—especially since it opens at noon.

Address: 3357 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010

Opening hours: Mon–Thu, noon–midnight; Fri–Sun, noon–1am