Alisha's Guidebook
Food scene
Do yourself a favor and skip the big chains. This spot is walking distance and has TVs and a major kicence if you feel like hanging out. Some of the best garlic knots in LA.
15 residents recomanen
Gracie's Pizza
4330 Melrose AveDo yourself a favor and skip the big chains. This spot is walking distance and has TVs and a major kicence if you feel like hanging out. Some of the best garlic knots in LA.
Cafecito Organico
29169 Heathercliff RdQuality coffee and food. Dope ass patio.
Sqirl
720 N Virgil Ave
The Black Cat
3909 Sunset BlvdExcellent food. A real classy joint.
More than just Boba. They have all the things: coffee, juice, milkshakes, slushees. Everything is customizable and they carry western flavors too. Seriously, try it.
33 residents recomanen
It's Boba Time
3450 W 6th StMore than just Boba. They have all the things: coffee, juice, milkshakes, slushees. Everything is customizable and they carry western flavors too. Seriously, try it.
India's Restaurant
4366 Fountain AveDeceptively simple on the outside it's all about quality here. Great for foodies with a wide and thoughtful selection on the menu and behind the bar.
41 residents recomanen
Jay's Bar
4321 Sunset Blvd Deceptively simple on the outside it's all about quality here. Great for foodies with a wide and thoughtful selection on the menu and behind the bar.
Caters to all kinds of dietary needs and even has a liquor license and bar. Pretty good spot even if your not vegan.
311 residents recomanen
Sage Plant Based Bistro and Brewery Echo Park
1700 Sunset BlvdCaters to all kinds of dietary needs and even has a liquor license and bar. Pretty good spot even if your not vegan.
Boo’s Philly Cheesesteaks - Silverlake
4501 Fountain AveOne of the chillest spots in town serving some of the best fried chicken in town. Full bar. Southern style.
26 residents recomanen
Crawfords
2616 Beverly BlvdOne of the chillest spots in town serving some of the best fried chicken in town. Full bar. Southern style.
Little Dom's
2128 Hillhurst AveDon't let the line scare you. It moves fast! 70s house party theme with live music, food, and one of the coolest back porches in LA
266 residents recomanen
Good Times at Davey Wayne's
1611 N El Centro AveDon't let the line scare you. It moves fast! 70s house party theme with live music, food, and one of the coolest back porches in LA
Tacos Tu Madre
1824 N Vermont Ave
Fred 62
1850 N Vermont Ave
Tiki Ti
4427 Sunset BlvdLift the donkey's tail for a cigarette.
Brite Spot
1918 Sunset BlvdLos Feliz Golf Course
3207 Los Feliz BlvdThe best spot for an LA classic. The Korean fried chicken sandwich. Don't forget the Yuzu sauce!
Michindak
3324 West 6th StreetThe best spot for an LA classic. The Korean fried chicken sandwich. Don't forget the Yuzu sauce!
Yellow House Cafe
234 S Oxford AveSit on the patio
Lock & Key
239 S Vermont AveCuban themed with a great selection of rum, shows every hour and a cigar lounge. The entrance is secret so follow the people when you get there. Dress code details are on the website.
98 residents recomanen
La Descarga
1159 N Western AveCuban themed with a great selection of rum, shows every hour and a cigar lounge. The entrance is secret so follow the people when you get there. Dress code details are on the website.
TENANTS OF THE TREES
2810 Hyperion AveA cool-kid spot.
Completely unique spot with a DJ on weekends. Cool street art and good conversation on the patio.
43 residents recomanen
The Friend
2611 Hyperion AvenueCompletely unique spot with a DJ on weekends. Cool street art and good conversation on the patio.
Beloved by locals. Great brunch spot. Secret, casual bar in the back with karaoke, reasonable prices on booze and it's own special menu.
114 residents recomanen
Hyperion Public
2538 Hyperion AveBeloved by locals. Great brunch spot. Secret, casual bar in the back with karaoke, reasonable prices on booze and it's own special menu.
Daikokuya
327 1st StThe wait is long but the ramen is authentic.
Far Bar
347 1st StreetTry to get a spot in the alley!
Rincón Chileno
4354 Melrose AveA humble establishment with legendary empanadas and awesome prices.
Wolf and Crane Bar
366 E 2nd StThe Mermaid
428 East 2nd Street100 year old Japanese bakery still owned by the same family. Beautiful gift boxes and everything made daily. Try the peanut butter mocci.
Fugetsu-Do
315 E 1st St100 year old Japanese bakery still owned by the same family. Beautiful gift boxes and everything made daily. Try the peanut butter mocci.
Sightseeing
Free art museum, amazing views of the city, historic Frank Lloyd Wright architecture and ample room for picnicking. Events open to the public are held during the summer and spring.
224 residents recomanen
Parc d'Art Barnsdall
4800 Hollywood BlvdFree art museum, amazing views of the city, historic Frank Lloyd Wright architecture and ample room for picnicking. Events open to the public are held during the summer and spring.
Free local art gallery located in the back of Wacko Soap Plant (not an actual soap plant)
15 residents recomanen
La Luz De Jesus Gallery
4633 Hollywood BlvdFree local art gallery located in the back of Wacko Soap Plant (not an actual soap plant)
Novelty and rare gifts emporium with a cult following. PACKED with unique items, locally made novelties and curiosities. Free low-brow art gallery in the back.
81 residents recomanen
Soap Plant/La Luz de Jesus
4633 Hollywood BlvdNovelty and rare gifts emporium with a cult following. PACKED with unique items, locally made novelties and curiosities. Free low-brow art gallery in the back.
A must see for skaters, art lovers and collectors. Curated street wear and gifts. Super low key spot.
7 residents recomanen
Virgil Normal
4157 Normal AveA must see for skaters, art lovers and collectors. Curated street wear and gifts. Super low key spot.
Free entry. Follow the trail behind all the way up for the best view in LA and access to the infamous wishing tree. The local astronomers club meets once monthly on the lawn and for special events. They bring their telescopes and picnic. Join them on meetup.com or just crash it. They usually are cool and will let you look and chat with you about the stars. Filming location for Rebel without a cause.
4367 residents recomanen
Observatori Griffith
2800 E Observatory RdFree entry. Follow the trail behind all the way up for the best view in LA and access to the infamous wishing tree. The local astronomers club meets once monthly on the lawn and for special events. They bring their telescopes and picnic. Join them on meetup.com or just crash it. They usually are cool and will let you look and chat with you about the stars. Filming location for Rebel without a cause.
Indie book store. Local spot and beautiful inside. Sometimes hosts authors and events. Cool art book branch right next door.
148 residents recomanen
Skylight Books
1818 N Vermont AveIndie book store. Local spot and beautiful inside. Sometimes hosts authors and events. Cool art book branch right next door.
Stories
1716 Sunset BlvdBook store with events held at the secret cafe in the back.
Echo Park Time Travel Mart
1714 Sunset BlvdHeld seasonally, a little local festival on a historic site hidden in the hills. Take a dip in the swimming pool and grab a drink at the pagoda bar while you shop and listen to live music at the former mansion of an eccentric 20s mogul turned iconic restaurant. Check the website for details and times.
10 residents recomanen
Hollywood Night Market @Yamashiro
1999 N Sycamore AveHeld seasonally, a little local festival on a historic site hidden in the hills. Take a dip in the swimming pool and grab a drink at the pagoda bar while you shop and listen to live music at the former mansion of an eccentric 20s mogul turned iconic restaurant. Check the website for details and times.
True local hang out. Cafe and paddle boat rentals. Do a lap and pet some dogs, visit the lady of the lake, have a picnic or check out the various filming locations within. You can drink there at night as long as your cool about it.
563 residents recomanen
Echo Park Lake
True local hang out. Cafe and paddle boat rentals. Do a lap and pet some dogs, visit the lady of the lake, have a picnic or check out the various filming locations within. You can drink there at night as long as your cool about it.
The Last Bookstore
453 South Spring StreetFeels like an endless adventure.
Vell Zoològic de Los Angeles
4801 Griffith Park DrSecret Headquarters
3137 Sunset BlvdVista Theater
4473 Sunset DrLos Feliz 3 Cinemas
1822 N Vermont AveCheck the website for events. Employees are friendly and will chat with you. Ask for Rex one rations!
Blue Rooster Art Supplies
4661 Hollywood BlvdCheck the website for events. Employees are friendly and will chat with you. Ask for Rex one rations!
Squaresville
1800 N Vermont AveAmazing place for vintage, thrift and consignment.
Spot where Walt Disney sat and watched his daughters play while he first conceived of Disneyland. Closes at sundown. Bomb churros.
81 residents recomanen
Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round
4730 Crystal Springs DrSpot where Walt Disney sat and watched his daughters play while he first conceived of Disneyland. Closes at sundown. Bomb churros.
Grabbing a healthy breakfast here and hiking the trails is a truly authentic local experience.
133 residents recomanen
The Trails
2333 Fern Dell DrGrabbing a healthy breakfast here and hiking the trails is a truly authentic local experience.
Not the playground. You'll have to hike to get to this secret garden but it's totally worth it. Google for more specific instructions on how to get there. There is a shortcut up the stairs by the golf course.
6 residents recomanen
Shane's Inspiration
4800 Crystal Springs DrNot the playground. You'll have to hike to get to this secret garden but it's totally worth it. Google for more specific instructions on how to get there. There is a shortcut up the stairs by the golf course.
A great view and an awesome jump off point for exploring the deeper trails of Griffith park. Rumored to be haunted by a lady in white who defends from the peak at night.
Bee Rock
A great view and an awesome jump off point for exploring the deeper trails of Griffith park. Rumored to be haunted by a lady in white who defends from the peak at night.
Aritaum Amore & Laneige - California Marketplace - 가주 아리따움
450 S Western AveAll the imported cosmetics.
Shatto 39 Lanes
3255 W 4th StNot fancy but cheap and a local fav.
Totally informal, draw on the bar and listen to live music or comedy while you have a drink.
20 residents recomanen
Hyperion Avenue Tavern
1941 Hyperion AveTotally informal, draw on the bar and listen to live music or comedy while you have a drink.