Best Happy Hour Restaurants in Brentwood
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Chin Chin Brentwood
LA icon since 1983, every dish cooked fresh to order from recipes spanning provinces across China
Worthy Picks
7.9
A Brentwood fixture since 1983 built on wok-fired, made-to-order cooking that pulls from multiple Chinese regional traditions—the Chinese chicken salad and Mongolian BBQ beef have become default orders for a reason. It runs as a large-format, shareable-plates operation where families and groups cycle through the same reliable lineup without overthinking. Expect a dining room that gets loud on weekend nights, with an outdoor option that smooths it out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chinese Chicken Salad, Mongolian Style BBQ Beef, Orange Chicken
What Makes it Special: LA icon since 1983, every dish cooked fresh to order from recipes spanning provinces across China
7.8
Chef Jackson Kalb hand-stretches every noodle using traditional Southern Italian semolina-and-water dough—a technique that earned him Food & Wine recognition and drives the core menu of rigatoni, tagliatelle, and chicken parm. The single open dining room runs loud on weekend evenings, so weeknight visits or the patio land better for the date-night crowd it draws. Second-floor shopping plaza location with valet keeps the arrival easy despite Brentwood's tight street parking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka, Kale Salad, Garlic Bread
What Makes it Special: Chef Jackson Kalb—dubbed a pasta prodigy by Food & Wine—stretches every noodle by hand using traditional Southern Italian semolina-and-water dough
7.8
A 17th-floor hotel perch atop Hotel Angeleno that trades on 180-degree panoramic views stretching from downtown LA to the Pacific, pairing the skyline with sharable plates that pull from Latin, Mediterranean, and Asian kitchens. The kitchen runs technique-forward dishes like prosciutto-wrapped monkfish and corn-truffle ravioli, though hotel-level pricing means you're paying a premium for the elevation as much as the plate. Best on quieter weeknights for date nights—busy weekend crowds can push the volume toward sports-bar territory, which cuts against the rooftop romance the setting promises.
Must-Try Dishes:
Scottish Salmon with Okinawan Mash and Mango Chutney, Crispy Brussel Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze, Tuna and Golden Beet Tartare
What Makes it Special: 17th-floor perch atop Hotel Angeleno with 180-degree panoramic views from downtown LA to the Pacific, serving locally sourced sharable plates with Latin, Mediterranean, and Asian influences.
7.7
A Brentwood sports bar that takes its Tex-Mex kitchen seriously enough to stand on its own—carnitas tacos and nachos carry the menu while an extensive agave spirits program gives the drink side more depth than the usual tap-and-shot setup. Vintage skeeball and a loud, game-day energy make it a group-first destination where the food is a reason to stay, not an afterthought.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carnitas Tacos, Carnitas Nachos, Thunder Burger
What Makes it Special: Brentwood sports bar pairing a full Tex-Mex kitchen with an elaborate agave spirits collection and vintage skeeball
7.7
Counter-service Mexican that differentiates itself with a signature fried chicken taco and a full plant-based lineup—soy-fried chicken, oyster mushroom bulgogi—running alongside standard carne asada and seafood builds. It functions as a quick-turn lunch spot for Brentwood locals who want creative options without a long sit-down, especially if dietary flexibility matters. The 77% five-star rate across a small review pool suggests the food connects, though the 11% one-star cluster signals occasional misses worth noting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne Asada Burrito, Crispy Shrimp Taco, Ahi Tuna Taco
What Makes it Special: Counter-service Mexican built around a signature fried chicken taco, with a full plant-based menu featuring soy-fried chicken and oyster mushroom bulgogi alongside classic carne asada and seafood options.
7.6
A 30-year Brentwood fixture serving soba-forward Japanese cooking alongside competent sushi on the third floor of Brentwood Gardens—the black cod in sweet sake soy and the crispy spicy tuna draw regulars back, though the broader sushi menu reads as solid rather than standout. The dog-friendly patio is the move for conversation, because the indoor dining room runs loud even at half-capacity, and the $3 validated valet is worth it given the tricky building layout.
Must-Try Dishes:
Soba, Tempura, Miso Soup
What Makes it Special: Longstanding Brentwood Japanese spot with a soba-focused menu and an outdoor patio that welcomes dogs