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
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
Sandwiches
  • 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
Wraps
  • 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
Dessert
  • 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
Classic Selection
  • 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
Dessert
  • 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)
Soups & Salads
  • 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
ENTRÉES
  • 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
Sides
  • SOUR CREAM MASHED POTATOES10(GF)
  • Fries7(V)
  • CHARRED HEIRLOOM RAINBOW CARROTS13(V + GF)
  • Wild Rice14(GF)
Desserts
  • 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
Club Classic
  • 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