The Night Owl · Ethan · Los Angeles
The Dresden
This is the bar I take anyone who's new to LA and needs to understand what this city actually is.
The Dresden has been here since 1954. Marty and Elayne still play the lounge. The drinks are stiff and the vibe is unapologetically retro.
— Ethan, The Night Owl
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