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–Thursday
2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Friday
2:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Saturday
2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Sunday
2:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
MENU
New Invention Menu Coming Thursday, July 10thAppetizers
- Mezze Platter17Hummus, Mixed Olives, Feta, Lavash
- Hamachi Negi19Crispy Rice, Jalapeño, Yuzu Ponzu
- Blue Prawns28Picholine Olive, Crispy Brioche, Brown Butter Caper
- Popcorn Chicken16Thai Basil, Shishito, Yuzu Aioli
- Lamb Ribs 24Gochujang Glaze, Scallion, Puffed Wild Rice
- Beef Sliders19Crispy Onion, American Cheese, Horseradish Aioli, Fries
- Caesar Salad16Romaine, Parmesan, Croutons, Caesar Dressing
- Wild Arugula Salad17Fennel, Grapefruit, Parmesan Cheese, Basil Vinaigrette
- Chicory Salad18Endive, Radicchio, Peach, Hazelnut, Tomato Vinaigrette
- Mushroom Tacos19Asada Marinated, Chayote Slaw, Cilantro, Salsa Verde
- Crispy Baja Fish Tacos20Cole Slaw, Pico De Gallo, Salsa Verde
- Galbi Tacos23Onion, Cucumber, Cilantro, Rice Wine Vinaigrette
- Tofu Larb24Cilantro, Lemongrass, Red Onion, Sweet Chili
- Tagliatelle Pasta 27Rapini, Asparagus, Whipped Ricotta, Tomato Basil
- Miso Salmon32Yu Choy, Japanese Eggplant, Crispy Enoki
- Roasted Chicken Breast31Maitake, Baby Carrot, Fingerling Potato, Chicken Jus
- Wagyu Cheeseburger26Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, American Cheese, 1000 Island Dressing, Hawaiian Bun, Fries
- Steak Frites37Skirt Steak, Au Poivre
- Salted Caramel Pecan Pie15Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
- Cheesecake15Black Sesame Praline
- Triple Chocolate Mousse15berries, Chantilly Cream
- Seasonal Ice Cream & Sorbets7
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
Appetizers
- PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND MUSSELS18thai red curry mussels, toast points
- Sliders 16black angus beef or plant-based, cheddar cheese, russian dressing, pickles with house chips +2 fries
- GARLIC FRIES11house cut fries, garlic, parsley (V)
- SALT & PEPPER CALAMARI14side of sweet chili sauce and chipotle aioli
- MARINATED OLIVESolives, g arlic, citrus, chili, wild thyme (VGN)
- BUFALLO WINGS18franks red hot, carrot, celery, ranch
- LAAC BAR NUTS8pistachio, almond, pecan, herb & parmesan (V)
- MEDITERRANEAN HUMMUS16toasted pita, garden vegetables, za’atar
- FRIED ARTICHOKES16gorgonzola roasted garlic dip (V)
- Onion Rings10ranch (V)
- TOMATO SOUP & GRILLED CHEESE16rustic tomato soup, aged white cheddar, grilled cheese (V)- soup or sandwich only - 8
- THE CALIFORNIA COBB18iceberg lettuce, bacon, avocado, tomato, egg, Italian dressing (GF) add chicken +6, shrimp +9, salmon +9, steak +9, tuna salad +6
- BEET AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD18kale, beets , green apple, dried cranberry ,candied walnut, balsamic vinaigrette (V + GF) add chicken +6, shrimp +9, salmon +9, steak +9, tuna salad +6
- CAESAR SALAD16romaine lettuce, caesar dressing, parmesan, anchovy, croutons (V + GF) add chicken +6, shrimp +9, salmon +9, steak +9, tuna salad +6
- BAJA FISH TACOS21grilled mahi mahi, cabbage slaw, pickled red onion, chipotle aioli, salsa verde, cilantro, chips and salsa one taco a la carte – 11
- FARM RAISED ORGANIC ROASTED CHICKEN32tri-color baby carrots, sour cream mashed Yukon gold potatoes, wild mushrooms jus
- ATLANTIC GRILLED SALMON28wild rice, lemon compound butter, braised rainbow chard (GF)
- THE LAAC STEAK FRITES37creekstone 10oz hanger steak, house cut fries, sauce au poivre (GF)
- THE CAULIFLOWER STEAK24ras el hanout, preserved lemon, toasted cashews, chimichurri, dates, pickled peppers (VGN + GF)
- CLASSIC ANGUS CHEESEBURGER23lettuce, tomato, red onion, american cheese, 1000 island dressing, hawaiian bun
- CHICKEN AVOCADO WRAP20grilled chicken, avocado, pepperjack cheese, lettuce, carrot, tomato, chipotle mayo, flour tortilla
- SOUR CREAM MASHED POTATOES10(GF)
- Fries7(V)
- CHARRED HEIRLOOM RAINBOW CARROTS13(V + GF)
- Wild Rice14(GF)
- Thick Cut Fries9
- Onion Rings10Sour Cream And Onion Dip
- Truffle Fries12Garlic, Parmesan, Parsley
- Side Salad 9Carrot, Tomato, Red Onion, Balsamic Vinaigrette
- LAVA CAKE14berries, chantilly cream
- CRÈME BRÛLÉE CHEESECAKE14berries, chantilly cream
- SEASONAL SORBET & GELATO7scoop assorted flavors (GF)
- TRIPLE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE14berries, chantilly cream
- SALTED CARAMEL PECAN PIE14a la mode
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