The Bungalow
The scoop: A Thursday–Saturday evening lounge at the Fairmont Miramar, with $22 cocktails and a smart-casual door.
- Price
- $$$
- Hours
- Thursday–Saturday, 5 p.m.–1 a.m. Closed Sunday–Wednesday.
- Best for
- Cocktails, Evening drinks, Groups, Hotel bar
- Address
- 101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
The scoop
The Bungalow is the lounge on the grounds of the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows at 101 Wilshire Boulevard: indoor rooms, a patio, a fire pit, and space for pool and ping-pong. It's a Baja-inspired evening hotel lounge, not an all-week neighborhood pub. Official hours are Thursday through Saturday only, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.
What to get
Official cocktails are listed at $22, including the margarita (Nosotros Blanco, Cointreau, lime, agave), the espresso martini, and the lavender gin spritz. Other house drinks include a passionfruit mezcal margarita and a paloma; confirm the price when you order, and expect the menu to change. Spirit-free drinks include a lavender lemonade and a $16 non-alcoholic brew. Food is lounge plates: guacamole, pinza (a thin pizza), wagyu sliders, a fried chicken sandwich, oysters, and a sushi selection. Most food items are unpriced on the official menu, so ask before you order.
When to go
Thursday, Friday, or Saturday after 5 p.m. To book a table, call (310) 899-8530 or email [email protected] with the date, time, and party size. A guest list is listed on Tixr. Hotel guests get priority entrance, per the Fairmont dining page. Some older guides still post weekday or Sunday hours that no longer match the official site.
Who it's for
Adults who want an evening drink near the beach, a patio table, or a night out in a hotel lounge. The official terms require you to be 21 to attend. It's not a quiet cocktail bar, and it's closed four nights a week.
Kids: Not a pick with young kids. Regular hours are evening-only, and the venue's terms set a 21-and-over rule for reservations and entry.
Insider tips
- Dress code is smart casual: collared shirts, blouses, tailored jeans, and fashionable sneakers are fine; upscale beach or resort wear is allowed before sunset. Gym wear, sweatpants, tank tops, flip-flops, and beach sandals after sunset are not.
- Fairmont visitor valet is $20 for the first hour and $7 for each additional hour, plus 18% tax, per the official hotel FAQ.
- Cocktails are listed at $22 where a price is shown. Menus change.
Skip it if…
You want a casual weeknight drink, or you're not planning to dress for the door. It's closed Sunday through Wednesday.