Roosterfish Bar

Roosterfish, an iconic bar on the vibrant Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice, has been a local staple since 1979. It's renowned for being one of the first gay bars in the area, contributing significantly to the community's history. Its revival after a brief closure has kept the legacy alive, blending its rich past with a polished, contemporary vibe. The house special old-fashioned is a unique spin on the classic cocktail and is a must-try for newcomers. Trust the bartenders' expertise here; their skillful recommendations are on point.

NOT a gay bar in the slightest lmao Had one $20 drink, which was decent, and then left. Door guy who was nice told me it used to be a gay bar, now it’s for “everyone”. It looks and feels extremely hetero now. Vibe/atmosphere is fine I guess, depends on what you’re looking for. This and the brig next door are the only two bars in the area, so options are limited. The old fashioned I ordered was well-made, the bartender was nice, and I didn’t have to wait long to order or get my drink for 10pm on a Friday night. No food options available/sold.

Very suitable place for a cocktail in between other stops, shopping, or before or after meals. Drinks were well presented, and the list has something for everyone. We enjoyed sitting on the back patio and happy to have missed the Saturday rush.

Good vibes. Good drinks. But prepare to drop a band bc your phone is going to get snatched😁

The theme here is very cool, drinks were solid and knew I wouldn't regret ordering a Manhattan and then an old fashioned. There's also an outdoor patio with seats and heaters. Decor was awesome. Beware there's only 2 single bathrooms for this place which is fairly large and gets crowded so definitely don't wait last minute to go. Nothing against the DJ last night but I wasn't feeling the music.