You don't have to go to the West Side to get everything you’d ever want from a British pub.

Since the weather is always amazing in Los Angeles, it is extremely important that you and your crew have a go-to spot for enjoying those warm breezy evenings. Thankfully, Cat and Fiddle is here in Hollywood, serving up beer battered food in a cozy atmosphere to a diverse local crowd.

When Angelenos think of British pubs, they tend to think of Santa Monica, but Hollywood is actually home to one of the oldest and coolest English spots in town. Cat and Fiddle has been around for over 30 years now, continuing to bring all the quaint charm you’d expect from our allies across the pond to Los Angeles. Instead of the tiny dingier pubs you find on the West Side, Cat and Fiddle is a large wide open venue with an amazing patio area and roomy indoor space. In fact, their patio might just be one of the coolest in town. Walking through an ivy covered arch, it feels as though you’re stepping off of the crowded Sunset boulevard and into an old Secret Garden-esque space. There are tons of small wrought iron tables and chairs, perfect for small groups of friends to have a pint and a chat while enjoying the always warm SoCal weather. Mini gardens throughout the patio and small white lights strung up on trees also make this an ideal place to bring a date. Cat and Fiddle’s outdoor area creates the perfect mix of British romanticism and Los Angeles laid back casualness. Once inside, you find even more reasons to make this your new go-to place to bring dates. Amid the ultra chill atmosphere of people of all ages knocking back a few brews, there are some dart boards set up in the back. Being able to play a couple bar games always helps takes the first date conversation pressure off, and the dimly lit dart area keeps it intimate without seeming like you’re trying too hard. If you’re looking for the perfect place to audition someone to play the role of your significant other, Cat and Fiddle is the spot to do it. This weekend, grab someone with potential and split some fish and chips at the cutest pub in Hollywood.

Interesting Facts

Cat and Fiddle is actually a big part of Old Hollywood's awesome history. Built back in 1929, parts of the iconic movie Casablanca were filmed on location at this building. Doesn't get more Hollywood than that.

Tips

Cat and Fiddle is a popular place that houses all kinds of events, so it wouldn't hurt to check out their calendar before you pop over. They might have a private event going on, or you might just get to check out some live jazz or a pub trivia night!