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This venerable Venice watering hole stands just steps from the beach and boasts one of the better jukeboxes on the Westside. Although sans hard liquor, the Hinano does offer up a large selection of beers on tap and even sells them by the pitcher(a rarity in LA). It’s claim to fame as former haunt of Jim Morrison(it’s even rumored he peed on the bar), just adds to the charm, as does the sawdust scattered about the floor. If you’re hungry order up a burger. They’re greasy, good, and go great with your beer.

Jukebox: make a music snob proud
Crowd: a melting pot of drinkers
Bartenders: friendly enough
on tap: good selection of domestic, import & microbrews, no liquor
Your wallet: Not bad for the Bush economy