Guidebook for Los Angeles
Food Scene
Homey and quaint, with plenty of great food and homemade crafts to browse
58 recommandé par les habitants
Auntie Em's Kitchen
4616 Eagle Rock BoulevardHomey and quaint, with plenty of great food and homemade crafts to browse
Chic yet laid back vibe, and serving some of the best hot chocolate around
167 recommandé par les habitants
Cafe de Leche
5000 York BlvdChic yet laid back vibe, and serving some of the best hot chocolate around
Love the ambience, it's perfect for writing or reading, especially as the neighborhood bookshop is literally next door.
76 recommandé par les habitants
The Highland Cafe
5010 York BlvdLove the ambience, it's perfect for writing or reading, especially as the neighborhood bookshop is literally next door.
Laid back, retro fast food vibe but with delicious menu options, including a tasty veggie burger. Great outdoor seating.
80 recommandé par les habitants
The Oinkster
2005 Colorado BlvdLaid back, retro fast food vibe but with delicious menu options, including a tasty veggie burger. Great outdoor seating.
Tasty and affordable Vietnamese staples like pho and spring rolls
29 recommandé par les habitants
Chateau Lemongrass
1952 Colorado BlvdTasty and affordable Vietnamese staples like pho and spring rolls
Fantastic ribs and other meat lovers' fare at great prices. They have a laid back little area for dining in, or will also do take out.
29 recommandé par les habitants
Max City BBQ
4729 N Eagle Rock BlvdFantastic ribs and other meat lovers' fare at great prices. They have a laid back little area for dining in, or will also do take out.
Classic cozy diner at unbeatable prices; they have superb burgers, large servings, and super friendly service in a vintage setting. Great for breakfast or a quick, greasy lunch!
6 recommandé par les habitants
Abby's Diner
4862 Addison WayClassic cozy diner at unbeatable prices; they have superb burgers, large servings, and super friendly service in a vintage setting. Great for breakfast or a quick, greasy lunch!
Our favorite Thai place in the hood. Delicious dishes and soups in a very casual atmosphere (al fresco and indoor seating available), plus the prices are incredibly reasonable for the portions.
12 recommandé par les habitants
Thai Eagle Rox
4601 York BlvdOur favorite Thai place in the hood. Delicious dishes and soups in a very casual atmosphere (al fresco and indoor seating available), plus the prices are incredibly reasonable for the portions.
Authentic, delicious French food served by all French speaking staff in a romantic yet family friendly space. Perfect for special nights out and splurging on escargots or steak frites.
43 recommandé par les habitants
Cafe Beaujolais
1712 Colorado BlvdAuthentic, delicious French food served by all French speaking staff in a romantic yet family friendly space. Perfect for special nights out and splurging on escargots or steak frites.
Great choice of fish tacos, burritos, and enchiladas, plus salads. Generous portions and nice outdoor dining space.
68 recommandé par les habitants
Señor Fish
4803 Eagle Rock BlvdGreat choice of fish tacos, burritos, and enchiladas, plus salads. Generous portions and nice outdoor dining space.
Good location, clean and spacious dining area, with stellar Vietnamese coffee.
73 recommandé par les habitants
Good Girl Dinette
110 North Avenue 56Good location, clean and spacious dining area, with stellar Vietnamese coffee.
Besides the classic American breakfast staples, Tarantino enthusiasts will appreciate that Harvey Keitel and Steve Buscemi sat here for a scene in the 1992 "Reservoir Dogs."
10 recommandé par les habitants
Pat & Lorraines Coffee Shop
4720 Eagle Rock BlvdBesides the classic American breakfast staples, Tarantino enthusiasts will appreciate that Harvey Keitel and Steve Buscemi sat here for a scene in the 1992 "Reservoir Dogs."
For our vegetarian guests, this is a nice option. Tasty, gluten free options surrounded by simple, tasteful decor. Located in a vegetarian hub, nearby shops include a vegetarian grocery.
10 recommandé par les habitants
Blue Hen Vietnamese Kitchen
1743 Colorado BoulevardFor our vegetarian guests, this is a nice option. Tasty, gluten free options surrounded by simple, tasteful decor. Located in a vegetarian hub, nearby shops include a vegetarian grocery.
Great selection of burgers (even vegetarian ones!) in a nice setting. Indoor and outdoor seating, prices are reasonable, and there are some pretty unique inventions.
37 recommandé par les habitants
Fusion Burgers
5933 York BlvdGreat selection of burgers (even vegetarian ones!) in a nice setting. Indoor and outdoor seating, prices are reasonable, and there are some pretty unique inventions.
3 words: healthy, hearty, and delicious. Great vegetarian options, and tasty Romanian home cooking that won't break the bank. One of our favorite new additions to the neighborhood.
14 recommandé par les habitants
Parsnip
3324 Verdugo Road3 words: healthy, hearty, and delicious. Great vegetarian options, and tasty Romanian home cooking that won't break the bank. One of our favorite new additions to the neighborhood.
An amazing old bowling alley (oldest surviving in LA, in fact!) converted into a gorgeous restaurant--with the bowling alley still operational. Exposed machinery, chandeliers made from converted pin clamps, and the best pizza this side of LA make for a great marriage of steam punk and awesome food.
253 recommandé par les habitants
Highland Park Bowl
5621 N Figueroa StAn amazing old bowling alley (oldest surviving in LA, in fact!) converted into a gorgeous restaurant--with the bowling alley still operational. Exposed machinery, chandeliers made from converted pin clamps, and the best pizza this side of LA make for a great marriage of steam punk and awesome food.
Everything Else
Donut Friend
5107 York BlvdLots of customizable donut options. Need we say more?
Excellent organic juices at great prices--tons of combos, plus they offer cinnamon coffee at $1.25. One of our faves.
12 recommandé par les habitants
Jugos Azteca
5213 York BlvdExcellent organic juices at great prices--tons of combos, plus they offer cinnamon coffee at $1.25. One of our faves.
A nice selection of wines, plus a relaxed tasting bar with various snacks on offer.
25 recommandé par les habitants
Colorado Wine Company
2305 Colorado BlvdA nice selection of wines, plus a relaxed tasting bar with various snacks on offer.
Shopping
The cutest bookstore ever, complete with kids' reading area, second hand book cart, and your own local friendly bookstore owner.
13 recommandé par les habitants
Pop-Hop Books & Print
5002 York BlvdThe cutest bookstore ever, complete with kids' reading area, second hand book cart, and your own local friendly bookstore owner.
I would buy this entire shop if I could. Full of unique gifty items that range from clothing to kitchen utensils, beautiful plates and jewelry to handcrafted kids' clothes and toys. It can be pricey, but for a special gift this is a good option.
16 recommandé par les habitants
Dotter
5027 York BlvdI would buy this entire shop if I could. Full of unique gifty items that range from clothing to kitchen utensils, beautiful plates and jewelry to handcrafted kids' clothes and toys. It can be pricey, but for a special gift this is a good option.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
1566 Colorado BlvdThe alternative buyer's favorite grocery store.
Newly opened! Great for healthy fresh produce.
125 recommandé par les habitants
Sprouts Farmers Market
2245 Yosemite DrNewly opened! Great for healthy fresh produce.
Getting Around
These guys are walking distance, but will also do pick ups and drop offs. Cheaper than airport rental, and I've never had less than friendly service.
328 recommandé par les habitants
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
1619 N Gower StThese guys are walking distance, but will also do pick ups and drop offs. Cheaper than airport rental, and I've never had less than friendly service.
Arts & Culture
A world class museum with a stunning Southeast Asia section, including Buddhist and Hindu statues, tapestries, and stonework. A smattering of Renoirs, Van Goghs, and Matisses can be found here, all surrounding a picturesque sculpture garden where ducks and swans glide by the coffee shop. A hidden gem that's often neglected by the tourist maps.
485 recommandé par les habitants
Norton Simon Museum
411 W Colorado BlvdA world class museum with a stunning Southeast Asia section, including Buddhist and Hindu statues, tapestries, and stonework. A smattering of Renoirs, Van Goghs, and Matisses can be found here, all surrounding a picturesque sculpture garden where ducks and swans glide by the coffee shop. A hidden gem that's often neglected by the tourist maps.
A railroad tycoon's former residence, the Huntington has changing exhibitions, art collections, rare book displays, and beautiful gardens to explore. Pricey but worth a day trip to soak up some art and nature.
999 recommandé par les habitants
Collections d'art et jardins botaniques de la bibliothèque Huntington
1151 Oxford RdA railroad tycoon's former residence, the Huntington has changing exhibitions, art collections, rare book displays, and beautiful gardens to explore. Pricey but worth a day trip to soak up some art and nature.