History:
Townhouse, originally "Menotti's," first opened in Venice, California in 1915. After almost a century of continuous operation, including periods of war, temperance, political upheaval, technological breakthroughs, and cocktail revolutions, Townhouse has maintained its timeless charm, and is now Los Angeles’ oldest and most venerable watering hole. Proudly serving the people of Los Angeles and Venice, Townhouse’s history is woven into the thread of Southern California lore. Whilst the country floundered in the pangs of Prohibition, Townhouse illegally opened its famed Del Monte Speakeasy, located just below Townhouse. The Del Monte Speakeasy was a cultural and nightlife hub and served many nefarious and infamous characters of that era. Illegal shipments of whiskey and rum were smuggled to the city of Los Angeles via underground caves and catacombs which led from the former Abbott Kinney Pier to our very own basement bar, making Townhouse and The Del Monte Speakeasy Los Angeles’ original and most ‘legitimate’ operating bar and speakeasy.

Today:
Today both floors (Townhouse & The Del Monte Speakeasy) serve hand-crafted cocktails from the golden age of drinking, with classic bartending techniques and knowhow, and offer a fine library of world-class spirits, beer, and wine. Whiskey lovers will be quick fans of "Whiskey Lovers Night" every Tuesday and those with a soft spot for live entertainment will find a lot to their liking as well; The Del Monte Speakeasy which also serves as a full-fledged live music venue features the creme de la creme of live entertainment including everything from live music, djs, comedy and burlesque.