Guidebook for Los Angeles
Food Scene
It is my absolute favorite. Small, quiet, locally owned and has the BEST citrus muffin you will ever have! It opens at 7 am Mon-Fri and at 8 am Sat-Sun.
Spl. Coffee
4059 W 3rd StIt is my absolute favorite. Small, quiet, locally owned and has the BEST citrus muffin you will ever have! It opens at 7 am Mon-Fri and at 8 am Sat-Sun.
85°C Bakery Cafe - Koreatown
3377 Wilshire BlvdGreat place for Korean pastries. Try the cheese and berry tart!
My Thai (K-Town)
3407 W 6th StBudget friendly Thai food with great vegan/veggie options.
Known for their Latin/Korean fusion dishes. All of the food is amazing. If you enjoy a good Old Fashioned they have one on tap that is worth the walk. And they have a good happy hour!
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Escala
3451 W 6th StKnown for their Latin/Korean fusion dishes. All of the food is amazing. If you enjoy a good Old Fashioned they have one on tap that is worth the walk. And they have a good happy hour!
Honeymee Los Angeles
3377 Wilshire BlvdDelicious ice cream spot for a late night craving.
Drinks & Nightlife
Iconic 1920 building with original bar. Where Mad Men and New Girl episodes were filmed frequently.
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The Prince
2 W 7th StIconic 1920 building with original bar. Where Mad Men and New Girl episodes were filmed frequently.
HMS Bounty
3357 Wilshire BlvdReally good local dive! It get's pretty busy after 9 pm Thur-Sat.
Beautiful hidden speakeasy on the corner of Vermont and 3rd street.
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Lock & Key
239 S Vermont AveBeautiful hidden speakeasy on the corner of Vermont and 3rd street.
Essentials
Ralphs
645 W 9th StRalphs
645 W 9th StTrader Joe's
11976 Ventura BlvdWhole Foods Market
7871 Santa Monica BlvdGetting Around
Each ride is $1.75. I recommend buying the weekly for $25 or the monthly for $100.
I would also recommend not to use public transport after 10 pm. I don't think it is very safe. Use Lyft or Uber instead.
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Wilshire / Normandie
Each ride is $1.75. I recommend buying the weekly for $25 or the monthly for $100.
I would also recommend not to use public transport after 10 pm. I don't think it is very safe. Use Lyft or Uber instead.
Wilshire / Vermont Station
Shopping
The Grove
189 The Grove DrHistoric Farmer's Market and upscale shopping center.
Arts & Culture
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire BlvdClosed on Wednesdays.
Great place for a picnic in the rose gardens.
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I-Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
900 W Exposition BlvdGreat place for a picnic in the rose gardens.
Center Theatre Group
601 W Temple StGreat shows at affordable prices.
LA Opera
135 N Grand AveIf you get a chance visit the second floor (Children's section) the frescoes will take your breath away.
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Central Library
7111 Talbert AveIf you get a chance visit the second floor (Children's section) the frescoes will take your breath away.
I-Griffith Observatory
2800 E Observatory RdAnd also great place for a day hike.