Bars
Akbar
It's long been popular with a mixed crowd for its decent drinks and good jukebox. The addition of a hot and sweaty dance club in the back room has recently brought in the hip gay crowd.
Shortstop
Once popular with off-duty cops, the Silverlake trendophiles have taken it over in the last few years. One of the best jukeboxes in the city with a variety from rock, current/classic hip-hop, 80's, Hi-NrG, country, etc. The bar is owned by Greg Dulli, former lead singer of the Afghan Whigs and now The Twilight Singers.
Tiki Ti
"Tiki-tastic" this tiny tiki bar is full of all the fun and booze a tiki bar should have.
Chavito Lounge
This hip lounge is filled with sexy lighting and the perfect cocktails. There's a juke box full of music from Sergio Menendez to Santigold to the Silversun Pickups. Resident Dee Jays Kave-In & J-Mo spin everything from Soul, R&B and Jazz to Garage & French Pop... every Sunday Night. Join in on the party every Monday night where Dee Jay Karrie K spins all 60's Psychedelic Vinyl. Drink specials and appetizers served every day
Mixville (at the Edendale Grill)
A slick New York style bar in a converted firehouse. A great spot for summer weeknights gets a little crowded on weekends since you can sit out on a front or back patio, where there's a fountain. You can also order food from the adjoining restaurant.
Cafã©s
Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea
The Chicago-based company recently launched its Silverlake store, which makes some of the best coffee in LA. It's prime location and free wifi keep the limited seating pretty full.