You must start with my favorite empanada combo! There are so many delicious entrees to chose from like arroz del campo with chicken and the lomita, a popular beef sandwich.
The best staples of Brazilian cuisine are here like the linguica frita and fried yucca appetizer, lemon garlic chicken and their Bossa Nova salad is popular and delicious. Best chimichurri sauce!
I recommend my favorite: the cream cheese puffs, a perfect small dessert! This spot made Oprah’s favorite things! Pear almond tart or key lime tart are divine! Must try the Mexican wedding cookies!
Favorites: Honey Lavender, Cinnamon Snickerdoodle and Vegan seasonal flavor Peach & Vanilla Bean Crumble are worth waiting in a long line. Try outrageous flavors like pickle peanut butter ice cream!
The hike can be up to 2.5 miles filled with inclines and steep stairs on the downhill. There are daily yoga classes and this is a perfect spot for people and celebrity watching!
This unique antique market takes place at Fairfax high school every Sunday and offers antiques and one-of-a-kind clothes. There is a small $5 fee and get there early, 9am! Local bands play here too.
This mall offers upscale stores like Gucci, Armani Exchange and other high end stores. It is open during construction and will soon be fully renovated. Special events are always happening here!
See Maestro Dudamel conduct the LA Phil orchestra. Stunning architecture and there’s a garden. Perfect for a formal night out. Bands also perform here. Best of both worlds perform here!
More than an outdoor mall! I went to an event here with a good DJ! There are outdoor movies also and plenty of stores to shop, eat or drink to your hearts' content! I recommend going during an event.
A plethora of books and art galleries as well as aesthetically pleasing upstairs featuring local artists. You can buy the art and shop in the boutiques as well as buy used and new books. Must-see!
Fun night if you prefer a game night or live bands. Good beer variety like Angel City IPA or SaazBerry fruit beer. No food served, usually food trucks outside. They have tours available! Cool events!
Fun atmosphere with good music and the food is the cherry on top. Kogi short rib tacos or sliders are a popular choice and get the Korean spicy fries as a side. Drinks are strong and tasty.
Craving for delicious tacos? This spot has crunchy tacos and mouthwatering tamales you will crave as soon as you’re finished. Long lines. Street parking might be hard to find. Off busy street.
One of the best outdoor malls in LA. Movie Theatre. High end shops and variety of stores. Events happen frequently and trolley takes you around. Holidays offer the best decorations! Lovely fountain!
This Concert Series is a favorite of mine. Eclectic genres and this series begins in September for 2018. Occurs on Thursday evenings and its a free concert with cultured music and lots of freebies.
Love the restaurant Traxx and bar. Exhibits by local artists and a beautiful mural. If you have Dodger tickets there is a shuttle that will take you to the game. Aesthetically pleasing station!
I recommend the Horchoffee, vegan horchata with double espresso. Unique items so get adventurous! Popular item to try is the Famed Ricotta Toast. There is a long line and street parking only.
Excellent curry here. Panang curry is my recommendation if you enjoy spice or pad see-u or the pad thai. My favorite apps are the shrimp comet and garden rolls, which are wrapped in rice paper.
A hot spot in LA! Brunch is popular and reservations are recommended. Live bands in the evenings on weekdays and mixologists. You will find some of the best rooftop views of Downtown LA.
My favorite Thai vegan restaurant in the valley. Tasty soup like the vegetable soup or Tom Kha are my favorites. Can add protein to any dish. I love the soy shrimp added to the Rad Nah or Chow Mein.
Prime location for Instagram pics and selfies. Historic LA location! Family friendly, best spot to see the Hollywood sign besides the hikes around. Free admission and great spot to view all of LA.
Perfect spot to catch up with friends over a tasty cocktail with author-themed names, my favorite, the Hemingway Daiquiri. Books will surround you, the place lives up to the name! Crowded at night.
You’ll recognize this gem. It was in the movie LaLa Land. Diff genre bands during the week. Live music at happy hour & Sunday there’s a jazz brunch. $5 Happy Hour Mon-Fri I recommend the Ahi Tacos.
Peaceful views and relaxing atmosphere unless there’s a concert or movie night. Generous pours and friendly staff. Parking not as difficult with extra parking lot nearby and they shuttle you in.
Any time of day or night they have every item you may crave! From the addicting and large size roasted garlic hummus plate to the zucchini parmesan and these are starters! I love the breakfast nachos!
Prepare for a long line during brunch hours. It moves fast! If you’re looking to indulge try the eggs+veggies+melted brie! Or get plenty of protein when you try the power breakfast!
Great bar to see live bands and try new cocktails. The mixologists are inventive with offering different liquors to the classic Moscow mule. Good whiskey selections!
Brunch burger and Chilaquiles are my recommendations for brunch but you must try something from the griddle too! French toast churros or Maui french toast complete this filling brunch.
Rob Ruben’s distillery and brewery has a unique ambiance. Visit the tasting room and take a tour. Try the Bourbon and White Whiskey. Food trucks visit as no food is sold here.
Stunning ocean views from this seafood shack compliment the tasty fried calamari and other options! The raw oysters & shrimp tacos will add to your favorites. Take it to go and sit on the beach!
