Invention
Kick back and relax at one of LA’s oldest and most iconic bars. Voted the best-looking bar in DTLA, our pre-Prohibition-inspired space is the ideal place to socialize or work over high-quality, handcrafted cocktails—including recipes from LAAC’s own historic archives. Dine on fresh, seasonal dishes, order from a deep and diverse wine list, and enjoy the upscale, heritage-infused comfort of this incredibly unique environment featuring 180-degree views of the LA skyline.
Monday–Wednesday
7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
Thursday & Friday
7:00 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday
7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
MENU
Invention Breakfast
- Acai Bowl15Organic Acai, Blueberry, Banana, Granola, Toasted Coconut, Honey
- Yogurt Parfait13Vanilla Yogurt, Mixed Berries, Granola, Honey
- Traditional Two Eggs Any Style14Choice: Two Pork Sausage Links, Two Chicken Apple Sausage, Two Strips Of Applewood Smoked Bacon. Choice: Hash Brown Potatoes, Sliced Fresh Fruit
- Classic Eggs Benedict16Two Soft Poached Eggs, English Muffin, Smoked Canadian Bacon, Hollandaise Sauce, Sliced Fresh Fruit
- My Way Omelet Style14Select 3 Items: Three Eggs (Egg Whites Optional), Mushroom, Pork Sausage, Chicken Apple Sausage, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Ham, Tomato, Onions, Bell Pepper, Spinach, Jalapeños, Green Onions, Cheddar Cheese. Choice: Hash Browns Or Fruit
- Home Style Breakfast Burrito16Scrambled Eggs, Salsa, Cheese, Potatoes, Avocado, Flour Tortilla. Choice: Applewood Smoked Bacon, Pork Sausage, Chicken Apple Sausage With Sliced Fruit
- Buttermilk Chicken And Waffle26Applewood Smoked Bacon, Infused Waffle, Canadian Maple Syrup, Chipolata Aioli
- French Toast Or Waffle12Ahi Tuna, Avocado, Cucumber, Daikon Radish Sprouts, Shaved Sweet Red Onions, Wakame Salad, Crispy Wonton Strips, Carrots, Sriracha Aioli
- Small Stack Pancakes14Two Pancakes, Two Eggs Any Style. Choice: Two Sausage Links, Two Strips Of Applewood Smoked Bacon
- Laac Breakfast Sammie12Soft Fried Egg, Braised Spinach In Salsa Roja. Choice: Pork Sausage, Chicken Apple Sausage, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Choice: Brioche Bun, English Muffin, With Side Of Fruit
- Toast2
- Bagel4+ cream cheese
- Pastries4
- One Egg Any Style4
- Two Pork Sausage3.50
- Two Chicken Apple Sausage4
- Two Applewood Bacon4
- Canadian Maple Syrup 2oz4.50
- Oatmeal 4with Brown Sugar
- Avocado2.50
- Sliced Fresh Fruit4
- Almond Milk38 oz
- Coffee3.50
- Hot Tea4
- Milk2.508 oz
- Oat Milk3.508 oz
- Juice68 oz
- Orange, Cranberry, Apple, Lemonade 3
- Ice Tea3.50
- Mimosa10
- Bloody Mary 12
- Michelada10Mexican Cerveza, Lime, Spices
20% Service Charge + Sales Tax
Salads
- Classic Caesar Salad18Crisp Romaine Hearts, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan Cheese, House Caesar Add: Grilled Or Fried Chicken 9, Flat Iron Steak 12, Shrimp 10, Salmon 10
- Laac Cobb20Mixed Romaine And Iceberg Lettuce, Bacon, Avocado, Tomato Hard Boiled Egg, Bleu Cheese Dressing Add: Grilled Or Fried Chicken 9, Flat Iron Steak 12, Shrimp 10, Salmon 10
- Nouille Soba Noodle Chicken Salad23Napa & Green Cabbage, Green Onions, Shitaki Mushrooms, Sauteed Snap Pea, Bean Sprouts, Jidori Chicken Breast, Cashew, Orange Wedges, Lime, Cilantro
- Nicoise Salad26Mixed Greens, Mixed Olives, Diced Roma Tomato, Steamed Green Beans Sweet Onions, Red Bell Peppers, Pee-Wee Tri-Color Potatoes, Hard Boiled Egg, White Anchovies, Capers Blackened Ahi Tuna, Dijon Vinaigrette
- Greek Salad20Romaine Lettuce, Red Onion, Cucumber, Tomato, Feta Cheese, Avocado, Tri-Color Bell Peppers, Kalamata Olives, Grilled Artichoke
- Side Of Fruit, Chips Or Fries
- Club Sandwich16Slow Roasted Turkey, Neuskie’s Applewood Bacon, Butter Lettuce Tomato, Mayonnaise, Housemade Brioche
- Classic Burger18Romaine Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle Cheddar Cheese, House Chips. Add: Smoked Mushrooms //2.50
- Spicy Chicken Sandwich18Fried Jidori Chicken Breast, Calabrian Chili Aioli Shredded Cabbage & Carrots, Brioche Bun
- Side Of Fruit, Chips Or Fries
- Chicken Avocado Wrap18Jidori Chicken Breast (Grilled Or Fried), Pepper Jack Cheese, Avocado, Tomato, Carrots, Lettuce, Cilantro, Chipotle Mayo, Spinach Tortilla
- Veggie Wrap16Spinach, Cucumber, Red Onion, Red/ Orange Bell Peppers, Tomato Avocado, Chipotle Aioli, Spinach Tortilla Invention Lunch
- Cheesecake With Berries10
- Sorbet Trio10
- Mango, Lemon, Acai Berries And Cream10
- Chocolate Lava Cake10
20% Service Charge + Sales Tax
Small Plates
- Guacamole & Chips12
- House Chips Or Fries9Hand Cut & Garlic, Shaved Parmesan
- Asparagus16Chervil, Chives, Tarragon, Lemon Zest
- Bruschetta10Tomato, Garlic, Olive Oil, Basil, Balsamic
- Bacon Wrapped Dates18Mascarpone, Pistachio, Black Pepper
- Sliders18(Beef Or Plant) Based, Grilled Onion, Aioli, Cheddar Cheese, Pickle, Chips
- Mussels21White Wine, Capers, Egg Yolk, Baguette
- Chicken Wings17Crispy Fried Wings, Thai Chili Glaze
- Cheese Board16Gorgonzola, Sage, Lamb Chopper, Dried Fruit, Fig Jam, Honey
- Charcuterie Board18Chorizo Leon, Morcila De Arroz, Soria Sausage
- Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl18Ahi Tuna, Avocado, Cucumber, Daikon Radish Sprouts, Shaved Sweet Red Onions, Wakame Salad, Crispy Wonton Strips, Carrots, Sriracha Aioli
- Prawns21Garlic, Chili Peppers, Tomato
- Calamari19Garlic, Fried Fresno Chili, Sweet And Sour Sauce
- Kale Salad 16Figs, Almonds, Strawberry, Citrus Vinaigrette. Add: Chicken 9, Flat Iron Steak 12, Shrimp 10
- Classic Caesar Salad18Crisp Romaine Hearts, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan Chesse, House Caesar. Add: Chicken 9, Flat Iron Steak 12,Shrimp 10
- Blackened Tuna Sashimi24Baby Frisee, Wakame, Wonton Crisps, Cucumber, Jicama Carrots, Thin Sliced Red Onions, Sesame Vinaigrette
- Chicken Avocado Wrap18Jidori Chicken Breast (Grilled Or Fried), Pepper Jack Cheese Avocado, Tomato, Carrots, Lettuce, Cilantro, Chipotle Mayo, Spinach Tortilla And Side Of Fruit
- Classic Burger18Baby Frisee, Wakame, Wonton Crisps, Cucumber, Jicama Carrots, Thin Sliced Red Onions, Sesame Vinaigrette
- Pasta Della Casa25Linguini With Fresno Chili, Cherry Tomato
- Gold Card Burger28Wagyu Blend, Asiago Cheese, Heirloom Tomato, Smoked Mushrooms Aioli, Frisee, House Fries
- Seasonal Squash Ravioli (V)28Butterleaf Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle Cheddar Cheese, House Chips
- Braised Short Ribs28Potato Puree, Crispy Onions, Red Wine, Demi Glace
- Poussin Chicken32Seasonal Fig, Thyme, White Wine Beurre Blanc, Honey
- Chilean Sea Bass42Lemongrass, Beurre Blanc, Sauteed Kale
- Prime NY Strip52Forest Mushroom Blend, Roasted Carrots
- Cheesecake With Berries10
- Chocolate Lava Cake10
20% Service Charge + Sales Tax
Bar Bites
- Sliders 14black angus beef or plant based, cheddar cheese, russian dressing, pickles with house chips +2 fries
- Member's Club Sandwich 21roasted turkey, applewood bacon, little gem, tomato, aioli choice of house chips or side salad
- Onion Rings11beer battered, whipped feta dip (VGN / GF)
- Jorge's Chips & Dip12guacamole, salsa verde, tortilla chips (VGN / GF)
- Baja Fish Tacos 21grilled mahi mahi, avocado crema, pico de gallo, pickled red onions, salsa verde, cilantro, cotija with chips (GF)
- Sweet Potato Fries 10side sauces (VGN / GF)
- Steakhouse French Fries 9thick cut, skin on (VGN / GF)
- Bananas Foster For Two 13PPbananas, vanilla ice cream, brown butter rum sauce, cinnamon sparkle
Cocktails Seasonal
- Holly Berry 16Celaya Reposado Tequila, House-Made Cranberry Curacao Luxardo Marachino Liqueur, Lime
- Cabin in the Woods17Old Potrero Rye Whiskey, Grade A Maple, Fee Brother’s Black, Walnut Bitters, Spiced & Glazed Pork Belly Lardon
- Oaxacan in a Winter Wonderland16Raicilla De Una, House Sweet Vermouth Blend, Lazzaroni Fernet
- Apple Picking Season16Copper Kings Apple Brandy, House-Made Apple Curacao, Lo-Fi Gentian Amaro, Lemon
- Jiagxi in January 16Amass Gin, Luxardo Apricot, St Elizabeth Allspice Dram, Kumquat, Lime, Demerara
- 20th Century16Plymouth Gin, Lillet Blanc, Marie Brizard Crème de Cacao, Lemon
- Philadelphia Fish House Punch16Appleton Jamaican Rum, Pierre Ferand 1984 Cognac, Mathilde Peche, Black Tea, Lemon, Nutmeg
- Bobby Burns17Mortlach 12 Year Scotch, House Vermouth Blend, Benedictine Shortbread Cookie