Drink From the Golden Cup

You may come across a hidden treasure if you swim beneath a sunken Pirate ship, wander the Pyramids of Egypt, or follow a Leprechaun to their hidden pot o’ gold. If you want to guarantee your cup runneth over with a tippling treasure, stop your searching and skip into Copa D’Oro's Happy Hour!



Headed by charming barman Vincenzo Marianella, this Santa Monica cocktail bar is sure to make you feel rich, even in the poorest of times! Monday-Saturday from 5-8pm, the “Great Recession” cocktail menu offers classic cocktails like the “Gold Rush” made with bourbon, fresh lemon juice and honey; or a “Jack Rose” shaken up with Applejack Rum, fresh lime juice and housemade grenadine for only $5.

There are no empty plates here either—any of the warm grilled Paninis are only $6! Try a classic smoky Black Forest ham and melted Jack cheese, or satisfy the kid in you with rich peanut butter and sweet raspberry jelly.

The regular drink menu offers a great “Market Menu” as well—farmer’s market that is! Begin with a base spirit costing either $9 or $13, then choose from herbs like fresh mint and sage, add juicy berries or fresh fruit and top with an organic fresh juice like pear or pineapple, and create your own liquid treasure!

So, follow the young professionals and beach babes sipping classic "Moscow Mules" and "Pisco Sours," nestled into buttery leather booths beneath golden hued lanterns, to Santa Monica for your Copa D'oro.