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