For most people, Monday might seem like a strange night of the week to be out on the town. But for partygoers in Los Angeles, Monday night is just as good as the weekend. All around the city, LA citizens are popping bottles at nightclubs, laughing at comedy shows, and even dancing on packed dance floors at bars. So where are the best places to go on a Monday night in Los Angeles? Keep reading to find out our picks for the top destinations!
The Short Stop
The Short Stop is one of Echo Park’s favorite neighborhood bars for a number of reasons (it’s an essential for pre or post-Dodgers game shenanigans). But you can also find the Motown on Monday event: a go-to for anyone who’s a fan of Motown, soul, disco, and everything in between.
Every week, the diverse crowd bonds over the sounds of Michael Jackson, ABBA, and Marvin Gaye under the sparkling disco ball.
Poppy
If you’re in the nightclub mood, Poppy is one of the few exclusive hot spots open on a Monday.
You may have to know someone who knows someone to get on the guest list, but if you’ve got the right connect, it’s a great place to party. They’re known to have A-list guest performances in their whimsical West Hollywood space.
Good Times at Davey Wayne’s
One of the best bars in Hollywood, Good Times at Davey Wayne’s is known for its long line on weekends filled with people ready to dance to a ‘70s DJ.
On Mondays, you get the best of both worlds–no line and a busy dancefloor. It’s one of the few bars in the city guaranteed to fill with people on the unlikely weekday.
Bardot
Bardot is tucked away within Avalon Hollywood, a historic theater-turned-club venue. On Mondays, they host their renowned showcase School Night, which features live music by up-and-coming local artists.
School Night’s past lineup has included superstars like Dua Lipa, Billie Eilish, and Doja Cat before they made it big. You never know what future powerhouse you might see!
Jungle
If you’re ready to sing your heart out to hip hop and R&B classics, you can attend Monday Night Vibes karaoke at Jungle in Hollywood. This nightspot offers a microphone and a backing track for talented singers ready to take the stage.
Some of the city’s most skilled vocalists come through each Monday, along with the occasional celebrity drop-in like T.I., Chance the Rapper and Amber Rose.
Boardner’s
Boardner’s is one of Hollywood’s oldest neighborhood bars that’s an essential for happy hour. But on Monday nights, they’re also known for their Blue Mondays event that takes over their adjoined patio next door.
The ‘80s-inspired party is filled to the brim with a fringe crowd that appreciates the new wave, punk and alt rock sounds of bands like New Order, The Smiths and Billy Idol.
Te’kila
If you’re looking for Margarita Monday specials in Los Angeles, Te’kila is a must-try to kick off your night.
The divey, Mexican food spot on Hollywood Boulevard is known for their specials (you can come back the next day for Taco Tuesday). Mondays mean enjoying $8 margaritas and $25 pitchers all day long.
The Hollywood Improv
Ready to laugh? Stop by The Hollywood Improv on Melrose to witness some of the best and brightest in comedy. They always have multiple Monday night shows in their Main Room and The Lab.
Ticket prices vary and there’s a two-item minimum for food and drinks, but it’s worth it to find great entertainment on a Monday in LA.
Club Bahia
Every week in Los Feliz, Club Bahia turns into a haven for line dancing thanks to Stud Country.
The LGBTQ+ event involves country music, flashing lights, and a spacious dance floor filled with cowboy boots. If you’d like to kick off the start of your week with some Western-style nightlife, this is the place!
El Floridita
El Floridita has been a part of the Los Angeles salsa scene since it first opened in 1987.
This restaurant serves up delicious plates of Cuban cuisine by day, but on Monday nights, it becomes the ideal place for date night. Grab a dance partner and pay the $15 cover for a live band and salsa dancing all night long.
Whisky A Go Go
Whisky A Go-Go is a legendary bar that has been a staple on Sunset Strip since it opened in 1964. It continues its reign as a rock and roll hub with its weekly Dirty Mondays event.
You’ll get to hear live bands and DJ sets featuring alternative, hard rock, and pop rock music from all decades.
Upright Citizens Brigade
If you’re up for a few laughs, you can visit Upright Citizens Brigade on Franklin to witness Harold Night.
It’s their longest running improv show and happens every Monday night, offering up hilarious scenes from some of the city’s best players.
The Bourbon Room
Check out the lineup at The Bourbon Room for some entertainment during your Los Angeles Monday night adventure. The incognito space is a bar and lounge in front, and a spacious performance venue in the back.
From plays to comedy shows to music performances, you’ll find a little bit of everything at this Hollywood hideaway.
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La Cita
Every Monday is throwback night at La Cita, also known as Moist Mondays (yes, that’s really the name).
This go-to spot for dancing in Downtown LA has a playlist with 90s hip hop and R&B–perfect for getting down on a weekday.
The Laugh Factory
Visit one of the best comedy clubs in the country to laugh your way through the start of the week.
Check out The Laugh Factory’s lineup to see which world-renowned comedians or up-and-comers will be taking the stage that night. You won’t go wrong with enjoying a classic LA night of laughter on Sunset Boulevard.
Harvelle’s Santa Monica
For Mondays in Santa Monica, you can buy tickets for Harvelle’s to enjoy an evening of live jazz. Talented musicians play during their weekly All-Star Jam Session Benefit to not only entertain, but also raise money for a good cause.
There’s a two drink minimum so enjoy a few cocktails while you take in sultry sounds in the oldest music venue on the Westside.
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Jax’s Studio City
Owned by Jax Taylor, one of the stars of LA-based reality shows Vanderpump Rules and The Valley, Jax’s is worth a visit for a little Monday night karaoke.
The bar is part tourist hot spot and part Studio City neighborhood bar, offering up an indoor-outdoor space with Dream It Karaoke each week. Cast members of both shows frequent the locale so keep an eye out if you’re a fan!
The Comedy Store
The Comedy Store is a great place to spend a Monday Night in Los Angeles. The venue has been around since 1972 and has played a part in boosting the careers of some of the world’s biggest comedians.
Check their calendar to see who will be showing up to deliver an evening of laughs in West Hollywood.
Final Thoughts on Mondays in LA
With so many exciting places to explore around LA, you’ll be surprised by how much fun you can have on a Monday night.
If you’re in a bar mood, there are drinks being poured from Hollywood to Santa Monica. If dancing is more you’re style, there’s disco, salsa, and line dancing you can check off your list. There’s no such thing as ‘a case of the Mondays’ when you’re out on the town in Los Angeles!
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