Eyeworld

MAR 2017

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47 EW ASCRS•ASOA 2017 The Mayan 1038 South Hill Street 213-746-4674 www.clubmayan.com Described as a "mega club," The Mayan provides hip hop and pop music as well as space for those in- terested in salsa, merengue, cumbia, and more. There is a cover charge for those who aren't signed up on the free guest list ahead of time. The Mixing Room 900 West Olympic Boulevard 213-216-3370 www.lalive.com/concierge/detail/the-mixing- room Located in the lobby of L.A. LIVE's JW Marriot, this bar will provide unusual mixology, such as a chai old fashioned, a sour made with mescal, ancho chile liqueur, egg white, and chili powder, and a bleu martini with blue cheese olives. The Rooftop Restaurant and Bar at The Standard Hotel 550 South Flower Street 213-892-8080 www.standardhotels.com/la/features/rooftop While The Standard Hotel might have nightly DJs and a hopping dance floor at its Mmhmmm club, it's the panoramic views of down- town L.A. that patrons of this estab- lishment seek at The Rooftop. The Rooftop is open from noon to mid- night Sunday through Thursday, and from noon to 8:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. After 8:00 p.m., entrance is based on RSVP and guest list. Upright Citizens Brigade 5919 Franklin Avenue Hollywood, CA 90028 http://franklin.ucbtheatre.com Those looking for a laugh can find one every night of the week at the Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB) The- atre. Started by well-known comedi- ans Amy Poehler, Matt Walsh, Matt Besser, and Ian Roberts, the improve and sketch comedy group grew to host a show on Comedy Central and later opened theaters and classes in New York and Los Angeles. Note: The UCB Theatre doesn't serve food or alcoholic beverages but does sell soda and water. EW elegant cocktail bar," according to its website. Cocktails on the menu are inspired by artists like Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Jean Michel Basquiat, and Ed Moses. Las Perlas 107 East 6th Street 213-988-8355 www.213hospitality.com/project/lasperlas Dubbed the first mescal bar in the U.S., Las Perlas boasts more than 400 agave spirits and cocktails featuring the Mexican distilled liquor. While tequila is a type of mescal, Las Perlas explains that not all mescal are te- quilas, coming from different types of agave plants. The spirits served at Las Perlas come from four states in Mexico. Perch 448 South Hill Street 213-802-1770 www.perchla.com Perch is a rooftop bistro that features indoor and outdoor seating with cocktails and fare in the French tradition. Located on the 15th floor is a restaurant, bar, and lounge with skyline views, but it's the 16th floor that offers the 360-degree panorama. Perch hosts live jazz and DJs. The Edison 108 West 2nd Street, #101 213-613-0000 www.edisondowntown.com Located in what was once L.A.'s first private power plant, The Edison "combines styles ranging from Art Nouveau to Industrial Gothic in order to create a lavish Industrial Ca- thedral." The Edison's drinks feature specialty crafted cocktails, but there are also several innovative non-al- coholic choices. This establish- ment features a tasty snack menu, which includes bacon-maple beer nuts, truffled mac and cheese, and artisanal flatbreads, as well as larger entrees. The Edison is open Wednes- day through Saturday and features live music and DJs. THE NEW STANDARD IN GLAUCOMA IMPLANT PATCH GRAFTS EASY-PEEL PACKAGING Patented easy-peel packaging allows for quick introduction of sterile tissues to the surgical field, saving valuable OR time. 99.9% CLARITY Unlike traditional patches, Halo tissue grafts are clear and will remain clear, resulting in simplified post-op assessment and improved patient cosmesis. STABLE STORAGE Halo tissues can remain at room temperature and never need reconstitution, so you'll always be ready for emergencies as well as scheduled procedures. Developed at Lions VisionGift's renowned Vision Research Laboratory, Halo sterile tissues provide surgeons with distinct procedural and cosmetic benefits. © Copyright 2017 Lions VisionGift and Stephens Instruments ( 800 ) 354-7848 stephensinst.com halo@stephensinst.com Distributed exclusively through NOW AVAILABLE Cornea, Sclera & Pericardium halograft.org For more information visit us at ASCRS booth #529

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