Guidebook for Los Angeles

Rachel & Matthew
Rachel &  Matthew
Guidebook for Los Angeles

Food Scene

Great pasties, strong coffee and the people-watching can't be beat!
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Aroma Coffee & Tea Co
4360 Tujunga Ave
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Great pasties, strong coffee and the people-watching can't be beat!
Truly good Italian food with a cozy atmosphere. The Valley isn't quite like Santa Monica or Beverly Hills for Italian, I've never understood why -- but this lovely spot is an exception.
La Cava
13565 Ventura Blvd
Truly good Italian food with a cozy atmosphere. The Valley isn't quite like Santa Monica or Beverly Hills for Italian, I've never understood why -- but this lovely spot is an exception.
Sure, the cuisine is good -- but why else did you come to L.A. if not to see a huge major celeb or three? Jennifer Garner and Dustin Hoffman (I know , I know, but...) are only two of the major celeb regulars!
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Giorgio Baldi
114 W Channel Rd
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Sure, the cuisine is good -- but why else did you come to L.A. if not to see a huge major celeb or three? Jennifer Garner and Dustin Hoffman (I know , I know, but...) are only two of the major celeb regulars!
Want to dine at the restaurant where the original chef taught Wolfgang Puck everything he knew about pizza? Here you go...
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Caioti
4346 Tujunga Ave
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Want to dine at the restaurant where the original chef taught Wolfgang Puck everything he knew about pizza? Here you go...
You ought to eat a decent salad while you're here in California. Please try the Chinese Chicken Salad here and see how the pros do it...
Feast From The East
1949 Westwood Blvd
You ought to eat a decent salad while you're here in California. Please try the Chinese Chicken Salad here and see how the pros do it...
The very best pastries and sandwiches in L.A. in my huble opinion -- it will look familiar because HBO's "Entourage" alwasy filmed there!
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Urth Caffe Melrose
8565 Melrose Ave
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The very best pastries and sandwiches in L.A. in my huble opinion -- it will look familiar because HBO's "Entourage" alwasy filmed there!
Speaking as a coffee person, this brew really is the bomb -- and the price of a latte will make you do a double-take, wondering if you are in Paris or somewhere with a conversion rate. But it's probably worth it!
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Alfred Coffee {Studio City}
12077 Ventura Pl
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Speaking as a coffee person, this brew really is the bomb -- and the price of a latte will make you do a double-take, wondering if you are in Paris or somewhere with a conversion rate. But it's probably worth it!
The sweet rolls and goodies here are some of the best around, and you don't even have leave the Valley!
Panaderia Mexico
6817 Woodman Ave
The sweet rolls and goodies here are some of the best around, and you don't even have leave the Valley!
Homemade soup!
Cafe Magazzino
3917 W Riverside Dr
Homemade soup!
Cajun/Creole food without having to hit the Bayou -- please browse the rest of the historic Farmer's Market
The Gumbo Pot
6333 W 3rd St
Cajun/Creole food without having to hit the Bayou -- please browse the rest of the historic Farmer's Market
...Order French Onion Soup or a glass of wine...or apps.. it doesn't matter, it's all good. A touch of Paris!
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Monsieur Marcel
1260 3rd Street Promenade
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...Order French Onion Soup or a glass of wine...or apps.. it doesn't matter, it's all good. A touch of Paris!
Walk over to this bagel, donut and croissant place for some quickie carbs before you hit the tourist spots!
Holly's Donuts
4397 Tujunga Ave
Walk over to this bagel, donut and croissant place for some quickie carbs before you hit the tourist spots!
Great breakfast spot thats a five-minute drive away -- they make their own dessert goodies in-house!
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Sweetsalt Food Shop
10106 Riverside Dr
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Great breakfast spot thats a five-minute drive away -- they make their own dessert goodies in-house!
Homemade ice cream that's a bit on the wild side. Try vegan blueberry lavender or one of their from-scratch specials that vary per day. 10-15 minute walk from us -- walk off the calories!
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Salt & Straw
1357 Abbot Kinney Blvd
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Homemade ice cream that's a bit on the wild side. Try vegan blueberry lavender or one of their from-scratch specials that vary per day. 10-15 minute walk from us -- walk off the calories!
...Need a charming coffee or tea spot that's near all the The Grove/Hollywood/West Hollywood/Sunset Strip attractions? This European-inspired place is perfect!
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La Conversation
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...Need a charming coffee or tea spot that's near all the The Grove/Hollywood/West Hollywood/Sunset Strip attractions? This European-inspired place is perfect!
Best lunch spot ever if you are on the Westside and need good food in a charming atmosphere on the way to Century City or Beverly Hills....but good luck finding a table, maybe take it to go?
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Clementine Catering & Café
1751 Ensley Ave
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Best lunch spot ever if you are on the Westside and need good food in a charming atmosphere on the way to Century City or Beverly Hills....but good luck finding a table, maybe take it to go?

Entertainment & Activities

This historic, family-owned movie theatre escaped the axe that befell the rest of the old-fashioned movie palaces when it was bought by filmmaker Quentin Tarantino, who does his own programming of classic movie nights and themed events. His own collection of 35mm print films get play on the big screen here, too. A true L.A. gem!
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New Beverly Cinema
7165 Beverly Blvd
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This historic, family-owned movie theatre escaped the axe that befell the rest of the old-fashioned movie palaces when it was bought by filmmaker Quentin Tarantino, who does his own programming of classic movie nights and themed events. His own collection of 35mm print films get play on the big screen here, too. A true L.A. gem!
With Disney prices having zoomed up, many of us locals are semi-boycotting the Most Magical Place on Earth. For $60-something a person, meanwhile, this awesome park has rides for bigger kids...little kids...kids at heart...and even decent food inside the park, including a Johnny Rocket's burgers.
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Кноттс Берри Фарм
8039 Beach Blvd
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With Disney prices having zoomed up, many of us locals are semi-boycotting the Most Magical Place on Earth. For $60-something a person, meanwhile, this awesome park has rides for bigger kids...little kids...kids at heart...and even decent food inside the park, including a Johnny Rocket's burgers.
....We like slightly zany things -- if you do too, then this theme attraction featuring Medieval jousting and dinner eaten with your hands, a la Henry VIII, fits the bill!
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Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
7662 Beach Blvd
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....We like slightly zany things -- if you do too, then this theme attraction featuring Medieval jousting and dinner eaten with your hands, a la Henry VIII, fits the bill!

Parks & Nature

10 minutes away and a great 45-minute loop!
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Wilacre Park, Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority
3431 Fryman Rd
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10 minutes away and a great 45-minute loop!
The SRF faith has allowed its acres of beautiful gardens, flowers and lanscapes to remain open for the public. There's no religion needed -- it's just a gorgeous, peaceful place. Stop by the Coffee Bean or Noah's Bagels in the Pacific Palisades village after for a snack!
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Self Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine Temple
17190 Sunset Blvd
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The SRF faith has allowed its acres of beautiful gardens, flowers and lanscapes to remain open for the public. There's no religion needed -- it's just a gorgeous, peaceful place. Stop by the Coffee Bean or Noah's Bagels in the Pacific Palisades village after for a snack!

Shopping

Adorable women's clothing at reasonable prices -- lots of little finds and great accessories, plus it's at the corner!
Diana's Boutique
4334 Tujunga Ave
Adorable women's clothing at reasonable prices -- lots of little finds and great accessories, plus it's at the corner!
Unique shoes you won't see at the mall.
Camper
6333 W 3rd St
Unique shoes you won't see at the mall.
Women's clothing and home goods....
Soto Lifestyle - Studio City
12262 Ventura Blvd
Women's clothing and home goods....
If you've got girls in your family to shop for, hit this spot when in town. The line is absolutely adorable and fashion-forward, without being too racy or inappropriate. Not the cheapest but there's always an awesome clearance rack in the back!
Un Deux Trois
12417 Ventura Blvd
If you've got girls in your family to shop for, hit this spot when in town. The line is absolutely adorable and fashion-forward, without being too racy or inappropriate. Not the cheapest but there's always an awesome clearance rack in the back!

Drinks & Nightlife

Too cool to have a name on the front...
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Black Market Liquor Bar
11915 Ventura Blvd
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Too cool to have a name on the front...
Can't miss this legendary L.A. nightlife spot.
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Шато-Мармон
8221 Sunset Blvd
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Can't miss this legendary L.A. nightlife spot.

Essentials

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Ralphs
10901 Ventura Blvd
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Getting Around

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North Hollywood Station
5391 Lankershim Blvd
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