Seven Grand

Seven Grand is a whiskey bar at 515 W 7th St in Downtown Los Angeles, California, known for a collection of more than 700 whiskeys and a hunting-lodge style interior with taxidermy decor, dark wood, plaid touches and a pool table. The crowd is mixed and adult, ranging from after-work professionals and whiskey enthusiasts to tourists and groups of friends, usually aged mid-20s to 50s. There is no strict dress code, and casual clothing is common, though the venue is not a sportswear-and-sneakers party scene. The atmosphere is relaxed and convivial, busier and louder than a speakeasy but more laid back than a club. Music includes live performances, with jazz or bluegrass noted for the venue, and recorded blues, rock and soul at other times. The drinks programme centers on whiskey in many styles, including bourbon, rye, Scotch and Japanese bottlings, along with whiskey-based cocktails such as Old Fashioneds, Manhattans and Whiskey Smashes, plus beer and some wine. Prices run in the upper range, and pours of rarer bottles can be considerably higher than standard cocktails. Hours are listed as daily from about 5:00 PM until 2:00 AM. There is no cover charge for general entry, though live-music nights can draw crowds that fill the main room. Reservations may be accepted for groups or the secluded rooms, and the venue's website has current policies on booking. Bottle service is not the focus, though larger parties can arrange for table arrangements through the bar. Seven Grand sits in the Financial District and Historic Core area, close to Pershing Square, the Los Angeles Central Library and the Metro station at 7th Street/Metro Center, making it easy to reach without a car. Visitors often combine it with dinner nearby and a second stop at one of the neighboring cocktail bars. The upstairs and secondary spaces give some options for quieter conversation away from the main bar.