Lock & Key

4.2(795)

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Location & Hours

Address

239 S Vermont Ave
Los Angeles, California 90004
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 7:00 PM

MondayClosed

TuesdayClosed

WednesdayClosed

Thursday7:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Friday7:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Saturday7:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Sunday7:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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Contact Information

(213) 389-5625

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About Lock & Key

Cozy nightspot featuring signature cocktails in a chic, vintage ambiance.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on June 25, 2025.

4.2/5

Based on 795 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Ting-Ting Ngov

7 months ago

The speakeasy place is next to a pizza front. The entrance is really cool with lots of door handles on the wall. Inside, it felt cozy and cool vibes. Very dim lighting. There's an outside patio that's...

Hunny Brooks

3 weeks ago

Went on a Saturday night around 10pm. The DJ was great and played classic early 2000s hip hop! The bartender was a bit slow and not very attentive. The drinks were strong but not tasteful. We were ear...

Juma Nyumba

a year ago

Overall good experience. Music was great really liked the songs. Throwbacks and variety. Drinks were good. Staff were also nice. The vibes are good inside. Line on the weekend is insanely long unless...

Kaye Eats

a year ago

Went on a week day (Wednesday)and the crowd wasn’t as packed as I heard it is on the weekend which is good. It’s hidden inside a cute ton of doors with locks on them, almost speak easy vibes but the i...

Giselle Martinez

2 months ago

I visited this venue previously and had a positive experience, which led me to return. Unfortunately, my recent visit was incredibly disappointing. The dance area was overcrowded, and security failed ...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Mixed experiences reported, with some customers praising the music and atmosphere while others cited concerns about service and overcrowding. The overall rating suggests generally positive experiences, but with notable drawbacks.

Customer Favorites

The "Carl Sagan" drink was a standout cocktail. No other specific dishes or menu items were consistently praised across reviews.

Atmosphere & Service

The venue features a unique speakeasy-style entrance and a cool, cozy interior with dim lighting and an outdoor patio. Staff friendliness varied, with some bartenders described as slow or inattentive, and security failing to manage overcrowding and smoking.

Value & Quality

Cocktail prices were mentioned, around $15 or over $25 for house tequila, with one review noting an unexpected 18% gratuity for subpar service. Drinks were described as strong but not always tasteful, while some found the cocktails to be well-crafted.

Areas for Improvement

Overcrowding, especially on weekends, and inconsistent or slow bartender service were significant issues. Addressing the management of smoking and potentially excessive drink prices could improve customer satisfaction.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews indicate potential issues with overcrowding, high drink prices, and inadequate security, contrasting with potentially better previous experiences. This suggests a possible decline in the quality of the nightlife experience.