Guidebook for Los Angeles
Food Scene
Cute local family-style Mexican cantina, with flaming margaritas and mariachi band in the evenings.
268 locals recommend
El Compadre
7408 Sunset BlvdCute local family-style Mexican cantina, with flaming margaritas and mariachi band in the evenings.
This easy-to-miss, Zagat-rated restaurant offers a New American menu that's classic with some quirky twists, not unlike the neighborhood. The space is blockhouse modern, with painted brick walls and lots of candles.
156 locals recommend
Ostrich Farm
1525 Sunset BlvdThis easy-to-miss, Zagat-rated restaurant offers a New American menu that's classic with some quirky twists, not unlike the neighborhood. The space is blockhouse modern, with painted brick walls and lots of candles.
Drinks & Nightlife
Iconic local music venue famous for its punk shows and themed nights, especially Friday nights.
305 locals recommend
The Echo
1822 Sunset BlvdIconic local music venue famous for its punk shows and themed nights, especially Friday nights.
el prado
1805 Sunset BlvdCosy wine bar with a great selection and outdoor patio.
Shopping
Great local bookstore with cafe. Spend the day reading over a coffee or lunch, or enjoy the leafy outdoor patio. In the evenings the serve beer and wine as well.
149 locals recommend
Stories
1716 Sunset BlvdGreat local bookstore with cafe. Spend the day reading over a coffee or lunch, or enjoy the leafy outdoor patio. In the evenings the serve beer and wine as well.
Parks & Nature
One of LA's finest parks, for hiking, picnics and BBQs, catch superb views of surrounding LA and Downtown. Not to me missed.
53 locals recommend
Elysian Park Trail
Elysian Park TrailOne of LA's finest parks, for hiking, picnics and BBQs, catch superb views of surrounding LA and Downtown. Not to me missed.
Only a 5 minute walk from the front door, take a stroll around the lake, read under the shade of a tree, get a coffee or lunch from the cafe, or take a paddle boat ride on the lake!
563 locals recommend
Echo Park Lake
Only a 5 minute walk from the front door, take a stroll around the lake, read under the shade of a tree, get a coffee or lunch from the cafe, or take a paddle boat ride on the lake!
Essentials
A bit pricey but worthwhile store stocked with organic goods, lunch buffet and smoothies.
267 locals recommend
Lassens Natural Food and Vitamins
1631 Sunset BlvdA bit pricey but worthwhile store stocked with organic goods, lunch buffet and smoothies.
Walgreens
105 E Glenoaks BlvdSightseeing
Carroll Ave is one of Los Angeles' oldest streets, full of restored Victorian mansions. Get a feel for the neighborhood by taking a stroll down here and back.
21 locals recommend
Carroll Avenue
Carroll AvenueCarroll Ave is one of Los Angeles' oldest streets, full of restored Victorian mansions. Get a feel for the neighborhood by taking a stroll down here and back.