The Misfit

Since 2011, the Misfit has relaxed from a destination bar and restaurant into a beloved, beautifully appointed Westside mainstay popular among locals and tourists alike. With high, tinned ceilings, vintage tiled floors and columns, and ambient globe lighting, you could almost mistake the Misfit’s interior for 20th-century Paris. It’s rare that a place succeeds in nailing atmosphere, food and drinks, but with a stand-out menu and excellent cocktail program, the Misfit gets top marks across the board. An obvious shoo-in for date night, the eatery is also the perfect spot for a slightly classy form of day drinking, thanks to one of the best happy hours in town. From opening to 7pm daily, most of the bar’s specialty cocktails are half price, so you can easily lose yourself in a Saturday (or Sunday) stupor if you’re otherwise engaged throughout the week. On weekdays from noon to 4pm, the Misfit also offers the $9 Barfly Menu, which includes a smashburger, tacos, sandwiches and wraps. Don’t forget to snag one of their complimentary house-made chocolate chip and French sea salt cookies that come with the bill.