4th of July BBQ at Cara Cara

‍ ‍ Downtown LA Proper  |  Saturday, July 4, 2026  |  12pm – 4:30pm

‍ ‍There’s no better place to spend the 4th than on the lower deck of Cara Cara, where the downtown Los Angeles skyline stretches out in every direction and the smell of smoke from the grill hangs in the warm July air.

This year, Downtown LA Proper is celebrating Independence Day with a rooftop BBQ that draws on the great American tradition of gathering around fire and good food. From noon until 4:30pm, the lower deck becomes a dedicated feast — think smoke-roasted brisket with house-made BBQ sauce, jalapeño cheddar links fresh off the grill, slow-braised pulled pork soaking in a smoky jus, and citrus-marinated shrimp skewers for a lighter turn. The whole table orders together, and the spread is designed to be shared.

The sides are the kind that disappear first: corn on the cob rolled in chili lime butter and tajin, jalapeño cornbread with honey butter, smoked gouda mac and cheese, and a market greens salad in creamy poblano dressing. Cocktails, mocktails, and desserts are available à la carte — including a few holiday specials worth lingering for.

Whether you’re coming with family or making it a date afternoon with a view, this is the best seat in downtown LA on the 4th. The upper deck remains open all day with the full Cara Cara menu — but for the grill, the skyline, and the real show, the lower deck is where you want to be. $70 per person, plus tax and 20% automatic gratuity.

Book at properhotel.com.