El Cid

4212 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90029, USA · Los Angeles, CA · US

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Sunday, Sep 20 · 4:00 PM
Hot Dog Sundays
Hot Dog Sundays 4pm-close at Hollywood’s Iconic El Cid. Mario Diaz Presents your Sunday afternoon Queer Bang...
Friday, Oct 23 · All day
Lesbian Vampire Ball
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What’s on

September

Sunday, Sep 20

4:00 PM
Hot Dog Sundays

Sunday, Sep 27

4:00 PM
Hot Dog Sundays

October

November

Sunday, Nov 1

4:00 PM
Hot Dog Sundays

Sunday, Nov 8

4:00 PM
Hot Dog Sundays

Sunday, Nov 15

4:00 PM
Hot Dog Sundays

Sunday, Nov 22

4:00 PM
Hot Dog Sundays

Sunday, Nov 29

4:00 PM
Hot Dog Sundays

December

Sunday, Dec 6

4:00 PM
Hot Dog Sundays

Sunday, Dec 13

4:00 PM
Hot Dog Sundays

About El Cid

Tucked along a lively stretch of Sunset Boulevard in Silver Lake, El Cid is a historic Spanish-style hideaway that has anchored local nightlife since the 1960s. Descending from the street level into the venue feels like stepping into a hidden enclave, framed by brick archways, wrought-iron railings, and low, warm lighting. Its distinctive blend of old Hollywood lore and Andalusian tavern charm gives the space an intimate, transportive character that stands apart from standard neighborhood haunts.

The layout centers on a sunken showroom with tiered dinner-theater seating facing a vintage proscenium stage, bordered by a dedicated bar and an airy, terraced outdoor patio. While celebrated for its long-running weekend flamenco dinner showcases, the venue maintains a dynamic calendar featuring indie rock showcases, open-format DJ nights, cabaret, and underground comedy. That balance between vintage spectacle and community-driven arts makes it an essential Silver Lake cornerstone.