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Our favorite local Korean Barbecue Joint. The wait may be long, but you can put your name on the list and a phone number then head back to the apartment or to a bar for drinks until they call you.
105 residents recomanen
Kang Ho Dong Baekjeong
3465 W 6th StOur favorite local Korean Barbecue Joint. The wait may be long, but you can put your name on the list and a phone number then head back to the apartment or to a bar for drinks until they call you.
Korean and Latin foods meet just like Korean and Latin cultures meet in Koreatown.
49 residents recomanen
Escala
3451 W 6th StKorean and Latin foods meet just like Korean and Latin cultures meet in Koreatown.
Eating at a taco truck is an essential part of the Los Angeles experience. This taco truck is our local favorite.
20 residents recomanen
El Flamin Taco
505 Vermont AveEating at a taco truck is an essential part of the Los Angeles experience. This taco truck is our local favorite.
The Commissary is a restaurant located in a Greenhouse at the Line Hotel. Brunch is an essential Los Angeles experience -- and their brunch takes the cake. Make reservations in advance. The food is delicious and so is the atmosphere, certainly worth the cost!
72 residents recomanen
Openaire at The LINE LA
3515 Wilshire BlvdThe Commissary is a restaurant located in a Greenhouse at the Line Hotel. Brunch is an essential Los Angeles experience -- and their brunch takes the cake. Make reservations in advance. The food is delicious and so is the atmosphere, certainly worth the cost!
We ate here before it was famous after its feature on Diner's Drive Ins and Dives. Really good food and an evolving list of local craft brews on tap. Reservations aren't required, but may be helpful for larger parties!
104 residents recomanen
Beer Belly
532 S Western AveWe ate here before it was famous after its feature on Diner's Drive Ins and Dives. Really good food and an evolving list of local craft brews on tap. Reservations aren't required, but may be helpful for larger parties!
Featured on Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown. We have been eating here since way before that feature.
7 residents recomanen
Myung In Dumplings
3109 W Olympic BlvdFeatured on Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown. We have been eating here since way before that feature.
Cheap Japanese food, large portions for the price. This place is a staple for us.
6 residents recomanen
Kuishimbo
3407 W 6th StCheap Japanese food, large portions for the price. This place is a staple for us.
Koreatown has the BEST Japanese Katsu -- better than any locations in little tokyo or sawtelle.
6 residents recomanen
Wako Donkasu
3377 Wilshire BlvdKoreatown has the BEST Japanese Katsu -- better than any locations in little tokyo or sawtelle.
The best Ramen in Koreatown. The only place with better ramen is miles away in Sawtelle.
37 residents recomanen
Slurpin Ramen Bar
3500 W 8th StThe best Ramen in Koreatown. The only place with better ramen is miles away in Sawtelle.
This may not be located in Koreatown, but it is by far the best Ramen place in Los Angeles.
96 residents recomanen
Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle Annex
2050 Sawtelle BlvdThis may not be located in Koreatown, but it is by far the best Ramen place in Los Angeles.
A Los Angeles Staple. Be prepared for long lines, but it is worth the wait!
297 residents recomanen
Pink's Hot Dogs
709 N La Brea AveA Los Angeles Staple. Be prepared for long lines, but it is worth the wait!
Tam O'Shanter
2980 Los Feliz BlvdDisney himself frequently ate here
Known for its Vegan food. located in the beautiful Larchmont neighborhood.
280 residents recomanen
Cafe Gratitude
639 N Larchmont BlvdKnown for its Vegan food. located in the beautiful Larchmont neighborhood.
Some of the best coffee and macarons in Koreatown. A great place to study!
9 residents recomanen
Caffé Bene
3287 Wilshire BlvdSome of the best coffee and macarons in Koreatown. A great place to study!
We have eaten at many sushi restaurants in little tokyo, and this one is our favorite. It is located in the mall, and also takes reservations. The service is amazing, the food is delicious, and the price is good.
10 residents recomanen
Sushi Go 55
333 Alameda StWe have eaten at many sushi restaurants in little tokyo, and this one is our favorite. It is located in the mall, and also takes reservations. The service is amazing, the food is delicious, and the price is good.
We rarely eat anywhere else when visiting Santa Monica. This restaurant has a great atmosphere and great food.
199 residents recomanen
The Misfit Restaurant + Bar
225 Santa Monica BlvdWe rarely eat anywhere else when visiting Santa Monica. This restaurant has a great atmosphere and great food.
Delicious selection of sausages including vegetarian options and an amazing list of beers on tap. It is all served in a german style pub, with cafeteria seating and the famous "das boot". Like travelling to Germany without the expense!
194 residents recomanen
Wurstküche
800 East 3rd StreetDelicious selection of sausages including vegetarian options and an amazing list of beers on tap. It is all served in a german style pub, with cafeteria seating and the famous "das boot". Like travelling to Germany without the expense!
The Pie Hole
714 Traction AveExcellent place to eat dessert after a trip to Wurstkuche
Decent burgers located at the Historic Normandie Hotel, they also serve a good 50's style breakfast
40 residents recomanen
Cassells Burgers
3600 W 6th StDecent burgers located at the Historic Normandie Hotel, they also serve a good 50's style breakfast
Good happy hour, decent beers on tap, and delicious pizza! Sports Bar, and they are always willing to change the channel to meet your need!
Kony Pizza & Bar
3281 Wilshire BlvdGood happy hour, decent beers on tap, and delicious pizza! Sports Bar, and they are always willing to change the channel to meet your need!
This place has long lines, but if you are in the mood for good seafood served "low country boil" style and a fun atmosphere this place is for you. The gumbo is amazing!
206 residents recomanen
The Boiling Crab
3377 Wilshire BlvdThis place has long lines, but if you are in the mood for good seafood served "low country boil" style and a fun atmosphere this place is for you. The gumbo is amazing!
This place is a build your own poke bowl. Large portion for the price, and a great fast food option that is still healthy.
7 residents recomanen
Wiki Poki
3438 Wilshire BlvdThis place is a build your own poke bowl. Large portion for the price, and a great fast food option that is still healthy.
Our favorite French Restaurant, and they also have an awesome nightscene/bar downstairs.
431 residents recomanen
Cafe Stella
3932 Sunset BlvdOur favorite French Restaurant, and they also have an awesome nightscene/bar downstairs.
The origin of mochi ice cream! A must eat place if visiting Little Tokyo
8 residents recomanen
Mikawaya
118 Japanese Village Plaza MallThe origin of mochi ice cream! A must eat place if visiting Little Tokyo
Urth Caffé
459 S Hewitt StHistoric Farmers Market. Meet me at Fairfax and 3rd!
819 residents recomanen
The Original Farmers Market
6333 W 3rd StHistoric Farmers Market. Meet me at Fairfax and 3rd!
California Donuts
3540 W 3rd StBest donuts in los angeles
A.O.C.
8700 W 3rd StDelicious Tapa style food
Parks & Nature
Lots of hiking trails. A historic Carousel and large playground. This park has it all from horse back riding through the hollywood hills, golfing, and the LA Zoo.
898 residents recomanen
Griffith Park
4730 Crystal Springs DriveLots of hiking trails. A historic Carousel and large playground. This park has it all from horse back riding through the hollywood hills, golfing, and the LA Zoo.
Runyon Canyon Park
2000 N Fuller AveMany hiking trails with beautiful views
Beautiful botanical garden and museum of at a historic los angeles estate
999 residents recomanen
Huntington Library Art Collections i Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford RdBeautiful botanical garden and museum of at a historic los angeles estate
Echo Park Lake
Hollywood Sign The Canyon Drive Trail
Canyon DriveHike to the Hollywood Sign
Sightseeing
Free museum and amazing views of downtown los angeles. A must see when visiting the area.
4367 residents recomanen
Observatori Griffith
2800 E Observatory RdFree museum and amazing views of downtown los angeles. A must see when visiting the area.
A beautiful drive on the Angeles Crest Highway or an Intense hike up Mount Wilson will bring you to the observatory where Hubble made many of his famous discoveries. Tours are offered on the weekends.
27 residents recomanen
Observatori del Mont Wilson
A beautiful drive on the Angeles Crest Highway or an Intense hike up Mount Wilson will bring you to the observatory where Hubble made many of his famous discoveries. Tours are offered on the weekends.
Take a drive on the Pacific Coast Highway along the beautiful California Coast.
37 residents recomanen
Pacific Coast Highway
2186 CA-1Take a drive on the Pacific Coast Highway along the beautiful California Coast.
Arts & Culture
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire BlvdThe famous urban light sculpture is here
Modern art gallery with unique exhibits, Purchase tickets online ahead of time if you don't want to wait in line.
1555 residents recomanen
The Broad
221 S Grand AveModern art gallery with unique exhibits, Purchase tickets online ahead of time if you don't want to wait in line.
Interactive science museum and the famous Endeavor space shuttle.
442 residents recomanen
California Science Center
700 Exposition Park DrInteractive science museum and the famous Endeavor space shuttle.
Shopping
Outdoor shopping mall with beautiful water features and a trolley that will take you to the nearby Farmers Market
2581 residents recomanen
The Grove
189 The Grove DrOutdoor shopping mall with beautiful water features and a trolley that will take you to the nearby Farmers Market
Hollywood i Highland
6801 Hollywood BlvdEssentials
Ralphs
645 W 9th StVons Pharmacy
3461 W 3rd StWalgreens
1501 Vine StKaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center
4867 Sunset BlvdChildren's Hospital Los Angeles - Encino Specialty Care Center
5363 Balboa BlvdEntertainment & Activities
L.A. Live
800 W Olympic Blvd
Aquari del Pacífic
100 Aquarium WayLos Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens
5333 Zoo Dr
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaDisneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrKnott's Berry Farm
8039 Beach BlvdVaixell Queen Mary
1126 Queens HwySee the famous Friend's set or the new Gilmore Girls Revival set!
262 residents recomanen
Warner Bros. Studios
See the famous Friend's set or the new Gilmore Girls Revival set!