Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileChecker Hall
Los Angeles, CA · $$$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Checker Hall's cocktail program leans into creative, ingredient-driven drinks like the Carmen #6 with tequila, pamplemousse, and sumac, or the Idle Riot mixing mezcal and bacanora. The wine list spans skin contact to Nebbiolo, and a dedicated zero-proof section includes a hemp-infused NA cocktail. Prices stay moderate for the category.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Carmen #6 for a balanced spicy-sour tequila drink. For something smoky, the Idle Riot pairs mezcal and bacanora with Campari. The CH House Old Fashioned is a straightforward rye choice. From the zero-proof list, the Only in Dreams offers a hemp-infused alternative.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking inventive combinations and a thoughtful non-alcoholic program. The wine list's skin contact and unusual varietals will appeal to natural wine curious drinkers. Beer drinkers find a rotating selection of craft and import options.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are the focus for the full cocktail and wine experience. The lunch menu offers coffee and fresh juices for a daytime visit, though the bar program shines after dark.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $15-$18, wines $15-$21 by the glass, beers $8-$12, and non-alcoholic cocktails $11. Coffee drinks are $4-$5.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail list is unusually global, pulling from Japanese vodka, Singani 63, and Haitian rum, while the zero-proof section includes a hemp-infused NA spirit. The wine program's skin-contact Rkatsiteli and NA Pinot Gris show range beyond the typical bar list.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Ten creative cocktails with global spirits, balanced recipes, and a zero-proof section. Community reviewers praise their creativity and balance.
Menu strengths
- — Creative use of global spirits like Singani 63, bacanora, and cachaca
- — Balanced flavor profiles with house syrups and foams
Standout selections
- — Carmen #6: tequila, pamplemousse, lime, yuzu, agave, jalapeño, sumac, angostura
- — Idle Riot: mezcal, bacanora, Campari, Carpano Antica, aquafaba, black sea salt
- — Ben Meets Ben: Japanese vodka, espresso, Licor 43, Amaro Angeleno, demerara
- — CH House Old Fashioned: Michter's rye
Pricing: House cocktails $15-$18
Wine
A concise but well-chosen wine list spanning sparkling to red, with skin contact and unusual varietals like Müller-Thurgau and Rkatsiteli.
Menu strengths
- — Includes skin-contact Rkatsiteli from Georgia; Reasonable by-the-glass pricing
- — Variety of styles: sparkling, white, skin contact, rosé, red
Standout selections
- — Anapea Vardisperi Rkatsiteli 2024, Kvareli, GE
- — Massican 'Annia' Tocai Friulano blend 2024, Napa, CA
- — Sandhi Pinot Noir 2023, Santa Barbara, CA
Pricing: Wines by the glass $15-$21, bottles $60-$80
Beer
A compact beer list with a few craft drafts, imports, and two NA options. Prices are moderate, with most drafts at $10.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local and imported craft options; Two non-alcoholic beers available
Standout selections
- — Fremont Lush IPA; Duvel Belgian Strong Ale
Pricing: Beers $8-$12, NA beers $9-$12
Nonalcoholic
A robust zero-proof section with four NA cocktails, an NA wine, NA beers, and fresh juices, offering more than a typical bar.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated zero-proof cocktail list; Includes hemp-infused NA spirit
Standout selections
- — Only in Dreams: NA hemp-infused spirit, chamomile-juniper syrup, lime, tonic, lavender
- — Kiki Salty Skin NA Wine: alcohol-removed Pinot Gris
Pricing: NA cocktails $11, NA wine $12/glass, $48/bottle, NA beers $9-$12
Spirits
The cocktail program showcases a wide range of spirits, from Japanese vodka to Singani 63, indicating a well-stocked back bar.
Menu strengths
- — Includes less common spirits like bacanora and Singani 63
Standout selections
- — Ilegal mezcal and Kilinga bacanora in the Idle Riot
- — Singani 63 in Green with Envy and The Screaming Parrot
- — Michter's rye in CH House Old Fashioned
Pricing: No dedicated spirits list; spirits used in cocktails range from tequila to rye
How it sits with the food
The menu's coffee and fresh juices suggest daytime pairing, while the cocktail list's spice and citrus could complement lighter fare. The wine by the glass options, especially the Gamay and Pinot Noir, offer flexible pairing across a range of dishes.
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