Downtown Los Angeles is growing at a breakneck pace, but for many Angelenos it hasn’t quite shaken off that scary post-apocalypse wasteland vibe from decades past. You know the one, where as soon as the banks close and the metropolitan “day workers” shuffle out by the dozens. Then the silence of the city creeps in like a vacuum, sucking used napkins up from the streets and whirling around their new deserted wonderland. Where the “night people” crawl out from their subterranean hiding places and set up camp in every corner and crevice. This scene plays out in the minds of those not well acquainted with downtown, but it’s no longer an accurate portrayal of the now-vibrant city. There are more and more amazing spots to wet your whistle these days. And even more to grab a bite. Some of the more renown hotspots are known to draw après work crowds, but there are a few more casual spots that deserve the spotlight.