Now Boarding is a vintage cocktail bar with its roots in the golden age of air travel. Evoking the zeitgeist of ‘Catch Me If You Can’ and ‘Mad Men’, the bar delivers a First Class lounge experience without having to navigate the 405 traffic to LAX!
With great service, a welcoming and accessible door policy and relaxed vibe, it’s the ideal place for a few cocktails early week, an intimate date night or an old-fashioned party on Saturday night!
Located on Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood, the bar aims to meet the demands of both the neighborhood and the destination party crowd looking for a unique and fun bar experience.
Our beverage service includes a classic cocktail list, featuring all fresh ingredients, delivered by ex-Roger Room alumni, Wil Figueroa, who is both the co-owner and managing the bar. This is complemented by a craft beer and wine list, primarily derived from Californian producers, all served by the friendliest hosts and hostesses in LA!
In-flight entertainment comes in the form of both live music, featuring acts performing acoustic sets, jazz standards and covers, and also DJs playing everything from 50s rock ‘n’ roll and Motown through to old school hip hop and funk. Music programming is being managed by renowned local DJ, Benjamin “As-Is” Ross.
The interior, by Culver City based designer, Sayre Ziskin, features elements inspired by classic mid century design. Brutalist gold chandeliers sit comfortably alongside geometric wallpaper and custom furn