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Amélie brings her charm to the Ahmanson with a new musical; L.A. teams go for the win; and a trio of downtown options help you ring in the new year in style.

75 Attractions + museums Theme parks, activities, studio tours, exhibitions and more 82 shopping The county’s major retail destinations

96 30 Things We Love Our wish lists are filled with shiny baubles, pretty party dresses and festive cocktails.

10 Entertainment L.A. may not see snowfall, but the county offers enough ice skating, sledding, festive lights, holiday markets and live entertainment to keep your days merry and bright.

86 NIGHTLIFE Buzzy bars and cool clubs for a fun night out

16 Well-designed gifts at the Apartment by the Line

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12 Shopping We’ve sniffed out six newly released luxury perfumes and candles from shops around L.A. that you’ll love to give and to get.

14 Dining The team behind Silver Lake seafood spot Sawyer serves up rustic Italian cuisine and wine at the stylish Kettle Black, located in a former bank.

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As we all know, writing a holiday letter is usually a thinly veiled excuse to brag about our accomplishments from the previous 12 months.

I figure, why not build on tradition and share some of the reasons 2016 was a banner year for our muse and raison d’être, Los Angeles?

One highlight: the opening of the Metro Expo Line extension, which now connects downtown L.A. to Santa

It’s no surprise that Lonely Planet recently ranked L.A. its top North American city, and third in the world, in its 2017 Best in Travel list.

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Monica by rail (p. 88). Another: the Rams’ return, which ended the city’s 21-year NFL drought (p. 75). In the arts, the new Broad museum (p. 80) announced that it tripled its pre-opening attendance predictions, attracting a younger and more ethnically diverse crowd than the national average. What’s more, tourism numbers are at an all-time high, and developers are building dozens of hotels and mixed-use lifestyle centers to give all of those visitors world-class places to stay, shop and eat. And then there are the news items that received less fanfare but were still great sources of pride for Angelenos. Culinary superstar Suzanne Goin (Lucques, p. 66) took home a James Beard Award for Outstanding Chef, and food-andcraft mecca Smorgasburg (p. 78) arrived downtown. Some of the world’s most revered designers and boutiques—Tom Dixon (p. 16; cover) and L’Eclaireur (p. 40) among them—opened stores here. It’s no surprise that Lonely Planet recently ranked L.A. its top North American city, and third in the world, in its 2017 Best in Travel list.

During the holidays, when L.A.’s energy and optimism shine their brightest, it’s particularly easy to boast about the city we love. I’m looking forward to the next 12 months and a whole new set of ways for L.A. to make us proud. —SUZANNE ENNIS

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DEC. 2 JINGLE BELL ROCK KIIS-FM’s popular Jingle Ball brings Bruno Mars, Justin Bieber, Britney Spears and more to Staples Center. p. 74 DEC. 4 CHANGEMAKERS CAP UCLA presents feminist icons Gloria Steinem and Transparent’s Jill Soloway in conversation at Royce Hall. p. 74 DEC. 5-12 LIKE A ROLLIN STONE Punk-rock icon and spoken-word artist Henry Rollins takes the stage for eight nights at Largo. largo-la.com

OPENING DEC. 4 FULL OF HEART Based on the Oscar-nominated film written by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Guillaume Laurant, Center Theatre Group’s pre-Broadway production of Amélie, A New Musical charms audiences at the Ahmanson Theatre through Jan. 15 (p. 73). Phillipa Soo (Tony Award nominee for Hamilton) plays shy Amélie, whose imagination runs free as she orchestrates moments of joy for those around her. Pre- or post-show, keep the Parisian theme by dining on French favorites from Kendall’s Brasserie and Bar, on-site at the Music Center (p. 64).

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TEDxLA > DEC. 3 Get inspired at this independently organized TED event, when world-class innovators, thought leaders, designers, educators and explorers convene at the Dolby Theatre to share their visions of an “Imagined Future.” p. 74

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KINGS VS. CANADIENS > DEC. 4 The Los Angeles Kings (pictured left) hit the ice, taking on the Montreal Canadiens at Staples Center. p. 75

6 N.Y.E.L.A. > DEC. 31 Welcome the new year with music, dancing and large-scale art installations at this free celebration at Grand Park + the Music Center. grandparkla.org

3 HERE COMES THE FUNNY TOUR > DEC. 6 SNL legends Adam Sandler, David Spade and Norm Macdonald are just three of the hilarious headliners of this Netflix-presented show at the Microsoft Theater. p. 74

7 PROHIBITION NYE > DEC. 31 Union Station travels back in time to the Roaring ‘20s at this New Year’s Eve party, complete with burlesque, live jazz, DJs, a dance floor and a premium open bar. prohibitionnye.com

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Christmas Eve by watching Los Angeles’ very own Rams take on San Francisco at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum. p. 75

OPENING DEC. 9 IN MY ROOM See Van Gogh’s intimate 1889 masterpiece The Bedroom (detail below) at the Norton Simon Museum. p. 81 DEC. 9-10 HOMECOMING DANCE Benjamin Millepied’s world-renowned L.A. Dance Project returns to the Theatre at Ace Hotel. p. 74 DEC. 31 CHEERS TO THAT Ring in a joyous New Year’s Eve With Pink Martini at Walt Disney Concert Hall. p. 74

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‘Tis the Season Make merry this month with a multitude of fun events sure to fill you with the holiday spirit.

—Gillian Glover SONG + DANCE Is there a more quintessentially wintry work than The Nutcracker?

From Dec. 3-24, the Los Angeles Ballet (pictured here) presents a set-in-L.A. version of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece about Clara and the Mouse King at theaters across the city.

Don’t miss a special appearance by the cast of characters and Santa Claus at each performance. (p. 73)

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The Walt Disney Concert Hall boasts a festive lineup this month, too. First, Toyota Symphonies for Youth treats little ones to a performance of The Nutcracker Suite featuring the Barak Ballet and the Los Angeles Philharmonic on Dec. 3. Then, on Dec. 15 and 17, the Phil joins soprano Karina Gauvin and a full chorus for a lively rendition of Handel’s Messiah.

Dec. 17’s family-friendly Holiday Sing-Along invites guests to join in on popular songs of the season, accompanied by a choir, a jazz combo and the hall’s huge pipe organ. Men’s “orchestra of voices” Chanticleer provides the soundtrack for A Chanticleer Christmas on Dec. 20. Then female African-American a cappella ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock takes the stage on

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Dec. 21. On Dec. 22, celebrate a Swinging Christmas With the Arturo Sandoval Big Band, and on Dec. 23, sing along with Bing Crosby and his beloved 1954 film at the White Christmas Sing-Along. (p. 74) The 57th annual Emmy Award-winning L.A. County Holiday Celebration returns to the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion with a free (first-come, first-seated), family-friendly three-hour show on Christmas Eve, featuring bands, choirs and dance companies that honor L.A.’s many neighborhoods and cultures. (p. 74)

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liner destination into a wintry wonderland, complete with ice skating, ice tubing, a Swinging Sleigh Ride, Prancer’s Paintball and, new this year, the immersive holiday adventure Alice in Winterland. (p. 73) At Ice at Santa Monica you get the best of both worlds: You can whirl and twirl on the ice at the 8,000-square-foot outdoor skating rink—then head to the ocean, just moments away, when you’re done. (p. 73) Another icy option is Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square, which lets you skate in the shadow of downtown L.A.’s skyscrapers. (p. 73) At Manhattan Beach’s annual Holiday Fireworks celebration on Dec. 11, before the sky lights up over the pier, the Skechers Snow Park gives kids the chance to experience snowball fighting, building snowmen and sledding in L.A. (p. 73)

dazzling displays that pay homage to its animal residents.

Stroll through a disco-ball forest and glittering light tunnels, then meet real reindeer (including two babies!). New this year: a black-light party in the LAIR reptile house. (p. 76)

SEASONAL MARKETS Every Sunday in December (except for Christmas), head to the Smorgasburg Holiday Market for festive, tasty offerings from dozens of local food vendors (p. 78). After filling up, stroll through the rest of hip new Arts District shopping destination Row DTLA, which is hosting a Holiday Collective featuring a curated selection of unique designers, artists and retailers whose sought-after

jewelry, apparel and high-end finds are usually only available online. Snag items like first-class luggage from Away Travel or fashion illustrations from the Cartorialist. M-Sa 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Su 11 a.m.-6 p.m. through the end of the year. (777 S. Alameda St., downtown, rowdtla.com) The holiday edition of the twice-annual Unique L.A. in the California Market Center is a one-stop shop for handmade presents and free DIY crafts. On Dec. 3-4, browse creations from a selection of 125 independent designers and artists. (p. 73) Similarly, the biannual Echo Park Craft Fair’s holiday fair attracts savvy shoppers hunting for unique gifts for friends, family—and themselves. Held in Silver Lake’s Mack Sennett Studios from Dec. 10-11, the popular homegrown event showcases the wares of talented local artisans, including shoes, ceramics and fresh flowers. (p. 73) Boasting a roster of some 275 independent makers, Renegade Craft Fair, also taking place Dec. 10-11, takes over downtown’s Grand Park with a free-admission pop-up market. Get in the holiday spirit with seasonal food and drinks, hands-on craft workshops and more. Who said shopping for gifts was stressful? (p. 73)

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DELIGHTFUL LIGHTS This year, Descanso Gardens is getting in on the holidaylights game. Head to the lovely public garden after hours for Enchanted: Forest of Light and take a walk through 10 light displays. Descanso’s buzzworthy new brunch restaurant, Maple, hosts pop-up dinner service exclusively for Enchanted ticket-holders. (p. 76) During the holiday season, L.A. Zoo Lights finds the zoo lighting up the night with WHERE LOS ANGELES 11

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The holidays are here, and the pressure is on to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.

To help, we’ve compiled a few of our favorite stores that cater to artists, foodies, fashionistas, beauty addicts, bibliophiles, audiophiles, theatergoers, cool teens and kiddies. ’Tis the season to go shopping.

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ritish designer Tom Dixon’s stamp is all over the 7,000-squarefoot store that he opened with fashion retailer Curve. “Tank Collection is always a great feature, and we have a few new choices when it comes to our bar glassware (from $55),” says Richard Kurisko, studio manager at The Shop: Curve x Tom Dixon.

“Brew French press ($210) is a classic, great gift for any coffee connoisseur.” Candles always make a great holiday gift: “This year we are featuring our new Stone line (from $100), made with hand-cut marble from India, which means each candle is unique,” he adds. 8850 Washington Blvd., Suite 101, Culver City, 310.237.5422, tomdixon.net A museum ticket isn’t required

to browse The Shop at The Broad—simply go to the south lobby doors and let the staff know you’d like to visit. Top picks from its unique collection include Damien Hirst porcelain cups and saucers (set of six, $160); Takashi Murakami’s An Homage to Monopink, 1960 B, offset color lithograph (edition of 300, $2,950); and leather goods by downtown L.A. artist DNA (from $50). 221 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.232.6205, thebroad.org For a personalized shopping experience, The Apartment by the Line—the West Coast counterpart to its New York namesake—feels more like your well-heeled friend’s home, except here you can purchase everything, including the art hanging on the walls. 8463 Melrose Place, Second Floor, West Hollywood, 323.746.5056, theline.com Similarly, Consort’s composed working, dining, bedroom and library spaces give context to how the for-sale sculptures, paintings and tableware might look in your (or someone else’s) well-curated condo. 6918

Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.930.5688, consort-design.com While you’re in the area, check out West Hollywood Design District, which boasts a slew of art and design stores, including Alessi, Gray Gallery and a multilevel Restoration Hardware, whose amazing rooftop overlooks a sprawling L.A. Everything is within walking distance—start at the centrally located Pacific Design Center.

8687 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 310.657.0800, westhollywooddesigndistrict.com

1) The Shop: Curve x Tom Dixon at Platform in Culver City 2) Tom Dixon’s Brew Cafetiere, engineered from stainless steel, with a copper finish 3) A luxurious tub and bath accoutrements at the Apartment by the Line on Melrose Place 4) DNA’s Ellsworth Kelly-inspired leather goods, at the Shop at the Broad

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eep your fashionforward friends ahead of the curve with key designer pieces—leather totes, jersey tees, chunky rings—from TenOverSix, a Melrose Avenue boutique boasting cuttingedge brands from Agmes to Zanzan. 8425 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.330.9355, shop.tenover6.com Steps away, Violet Grey seduces with lotions, potions and gorgeous gift sets. Pamper your glam mom, sister or aunt with the deluxe French Pharmacie Set ($76), featuring Embryolisse Lait Crème Concentre, Avene Cold Cream Lip Cream, Caudalie Beauty Elixir, Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo, Bioderma Sensibio

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For the dapper gent, pick up the Violet Man Gift Set ($86), which includes the Gentleman Floris shave cream and aftershave, plus Utowa cotton swabs and a Violet Grey duster. 8452 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, 323.782.9700, violetgrey.com For the refined bohemian, Blossom Atelier carries vintage Chanel, Alexander McQueen and AllSaints pieces (from $500); Julie Nolan Constellation jewelry (from $50); and custom-made denim and military jackets (from $200). Additionally, says co-owner Jamie Leonard, “One of this season’s draws is our one-of-a-kind vintage holiday decor, including ornaments, snow globes, nutcrackers and crèches.

We're also helping shoppers curate presents for each person on their list, along with free giftwrapping using vintage ribbons and bows.” What’s more, the

atelier has a hair salon, so you can get primped while the staff helps you shop. 2823 Main St., Santa Monica, 424.214.2794, blossombohoatelier.com Impress your spa-obsessed BFF with a service at the celebrity-loved Joanna Vargas Salon. The detox peel—exclusive to the new L.A. location—combines a full-body microdermabrasion with a raw-coconut rub that gives skin a gorgeous glow.

310.424.5141, joannavargas.com

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1) The sophisticated, boudoir-like Violet Grey on Melrose Place 2) The Crimson Red Matching Lips & Tips Set, with YSL nail lacquer and Nars lipstick, at Violet Grey 3) Celebrity facialist Joanna Vargas’ new, ultraprivate West Hollywood salon

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urfas, the go-to culinary showroom for professional chefs since 1937, is the perfect place to pack a hamper for the serious food enthusiast.

Add a touch of spice with tickets to an art, literature and cuisine tour at LACMA, which reconvenes at Surfas for a Spanish cooking class, followed by lunch (Dec. 13 at 10 a.m., $185, artbites.net). 8777 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.559.4770, surfasonline.com Treat yourself to caviar and

Champagne at Petrossian Restaurant before browsing its gourmet market for gifts. “The beautiful new Petrossian lacquer gift boxes ($60) for 125- and 250-gram caviar tins are sure to be a hit,” general manager Christopher Klapp says. The Classic Transmontanus caviar variety runs $241 for 125 grams.

The upscale French café and market also offers a Petrossian Cheese Basket ($295). Paired with a Japanese-crafted cheese knife ($71) and cherry-wood cheese board ($59) from The Good Liver, it will charm the most style-savvy gourmet. 321 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.271.6300, petrossian.com; 705 Mateo St., downtown, 213.947.3141, good-liver.com Thank hosts with gifts from Heath Ceramics, whose recently released, forest-inspired Winter

2 Seasonal collection—linens, vases, cocktail sets—will add flair to any table setting (from $22). 7525 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.965.0800, heathceramics.com Keen to sharpen your loved one’s cooking skills? The Gourmandise School of Sweets & Savories offers recreational classes year-round. December

highlights include holiday-cookie decorating on Dec. 10; a roastedchicken dinner parent-and-child class on Dec. 11; Yule-log making on Dec. 18; and a kids’ taco-truck class on Dec. 28. (Prices vary.

Gift certificates are available.)

395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, 310.656.8800, thegourmandiseschool.com

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1) Caviar from Petrossian in West Hollywood 2) Heath Ceramics’ Winter Seasonal countertop set 3) Thoughtfully curated home wares at the Good Liver in downtown’s Arts District 4) Gourmet syrups from Surfas in Culver City

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hen in Malibu, pop into Burro for its hip selection of baby essentials (swaddles, rattles, hooded towels), children’s books, stuffed animals and dress-up accessories, including tutus, masks and magic wands.

Malibu Country Mart, 23410 Civic Center Way, Suite 3, Malibu, 310.456.3700, burrogoods.com Also by the beach: Santa Monica-based Sleepy Jones, which is hosting a holiday pop-up called Rest Stop on Robertson Boulevard through Jan. 30, 2017. “Both Sleepy Jones stores will have gifting covered for the whole family,” co-founder Chad Buri says. “In addition to

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our classic pajamas, underwear and socks for women and men, we just launched a children’s PJ collection with J.Crew CrewCuts (from $59.50) and have an assortment of incredible stocking stuffers from John Derian, CW Pencil Enterprise and Wary Meyers, to name a few. And, for something personalized, we offer a monogramming service.”

For teens, check out the store’s slogan tees (from $48). 108 S. Robertson Blvd., L.A., 917.656.3514; 1318 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, 310.587.3522, sleepyjones.com Top-rated creative skate shop Kingswell offers boards and cool T-shirts—along with tattoos, if you’re so inclined (by appointment only; its tattoo artists come highly recommended). 4651 Kingswell Ave., L.A., 323.522.3028

To treat fans of Japanese animation, young or old, head to Anime Jungle in Little Tokyo, which stocks an array of manga comics, anime action figures and Pokémon collectibles. 319 E. 2nd St., Suite 103, downtown, 213.621.1661, animejungle.net And for a fun day shopping for the kids or with the kids, head to The Grove, an outdoor shopping and dining destination that’s decked out in fairy lights, dazzling holiday decorations and a Santa Claus house during the holiday season. Stores include Nike, Sephora, American Girl Place, Pottery Barn Kids, Barnes & Noble and Dylan’s Candy Bar. And don’t miss a ride on the trolley—it’s fun for everyone.

189 The Grove Drive, L.A., 323.900.8080, thegrovela.com

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ook Soup is a must when shopping for bibliophiles. It offers not only author signings and sightings, but also top-notch film, fiction, travel and biography titles. The staff posts thoughtful, handwritten recommendations throughout the stacks to help you narrow down the choices between the page-turners and the page-huggers. 8818 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.659.3110, booksoup.com Hennessey + Ingalls, which carries an exhaustive inventory of art and architecture books in its new Arts District digs, is tops for the design-minded.

300 S. Santa Fe Ave., Suite M, downtown, 213.437.2130, hennesseyingalls.com Seeking that hard-to-get album for your musician friend? In Hollywood, Amoeba Music, a massive two-story warehouse frequented by global DJs, houses millions of new and used CDs, DVDs and vinyl records. As for this season’s best-sellers, manager Melissa Logan picks Urbanears' wireless headphones ($99.98), 1) Netflix’s Stranger Things soundtrack, Volume 1 (two-LP set, $26.98) and 2) Solange Knowles’ studio album A Seat at the Table (released on Dec. 9, two-LP set, $22.98). 6400 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.245.6400, amoeba.com

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HOT CUISINES COME AND GO IN L.A., BUT THE CITY’S LOVE OF ITALIAN COOKING NEVER WAVERS.

In America, few cuisines are as embraced as Italian. Whether rustic peasant cooking or refined alta cucina, bathed in marinara or blanketed in shaved white truffles, Italian cuisine is as enduringly popular in Los Angeles as it is in Brooklyn or St. Louis.

The Italians Alimento

1710 Silver Lake Blvd., Silver Lake, 323.928.2888

Bestia

2121 7th Place, downtown, 213.514.5724

The Factory Kitchen 1300 Factory Place, downtown, 213.996.6000

Gusto

8432 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.782.1778

Jon & Vinny’s

412 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.334.3369

Officine Brera 1331 E. 6th St., downtown, 213.553.8006

Sotto

9575 W. Pico Blvd., West L.A., 310.277.0210

Union

37 E. Union St., Pasadena, 626.795.5841

ITALIAN RESTAURANTS IN L.A. ARE as varied as Italian cuisine itself, which is in fact a collection of diverse regional cuisines. Some of the chefs contributing to the current renaissance celebrate their personal Italian heritage, while others are native Angelenos adopting the country’s traditions as their own. A few brash chefs take excessive liberties with authenticity, but in a city known for its Korean tacos and masala-spiced chicken wings, experimentation is hardly discouraged.

In 2012, chef Ori Menashe and restaurateur Bill Chait pioneered the Arts District dining scene with the opening of Bestia, which remains one of the toughest reservations in L.A. Taking over a long-vacated warehouse, the industrialchic restaurant is warmed by exposed brick and distressed wood, while a copper-topped bar and chandeliers crafted from vintage meat hooks retain a sense of history in the cavernous, boisterous space.

Menashe—born in L.A., raised in Israel and a protégé of acclaimed chef Gino Angelini—doesn’t feel confined by rigid doctrine from the Old Country. Slathered on slices of rustic, house-baked bread are veal tartare or a chunky, balsamic-vinegar-infused smoked chicken-liver spread, both representing the bold, in-your-face flavors for which Menashe is beloved.

Further exemplifying Menashe’s assertive style are pan-seared chicken gizzards with roasted beets in a sherrymustard vinaigrette. Hand-cut saffronscented tagliatelle is coated with a hearty

pork ragù, while sea urchin is tossed with spaghetti and finished with bottarga (pressed tuna roe) and Thai basil. Genevieve Gergis, Menashe’s wife and one of the best pastry chefs in town, offers a seasonal fruit crostata, a bittersweet chocolate tart and maple-ricotta fritters.

Closely following Bestia into the Arts District was The Factory Kitchen, a venture of veteran restaurateur Matteo Ferdinandi and former Valentino chef Angelo Auriana. An addictive flatbread called focaccina di Recco precedes fresh pastas infused with herbs and bathed in rustic ragùs. Earlier this year, the same team doubled down on the neighborhood with Officine Brera, housed in a 1920s-era structure on the other side of the Factory Kitchen. Despite a distinctly modern interior of reclaimed wood, exposed steel beams and worn brick, the concept draws inspiration from Milan’s medieval Brera District. A soaring ceiling gives the space enormous volume, but the focal point of the dining room is an elaborate exhibition kitchen ensconced behind a 35-foot-long span of glass.

Officine Brera showcases classic recipes of cucina povera, the peasant cooking of the Tuscan countryside along the Po river. Shareable starters include frisceu, fluffy sage-perfumed fritters, and a lightly dressed salad of mâche sprinkled with pink peppercorns and presented beneath a translucent sheet of lardo. Gnocchi are bathed in a fonduta of Castelmagno cheese, and an optional shaving of black truffles transforms this

Sotto’s woodfired Neapolitan pizzas. Left: Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis

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The Classics Some venerable Italian restaurants continue to inspire L.A. diners and young chefs. Here are some of the best: Angelini Osteria »

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Chef Gino Angelini, one of the city’s great Italian masters, shows off some soulful dishes at his intimate restaurant, including his grandma Elvira’s lasagna. 7313 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.297.0070

peasant cooking into pure luxury. From the kitchen’s “line of fire”—consisting of a wood-burning grill, oven and rotisserie—comes a massive wood-roasted pork shank presented vertically in dramatic fashion.

Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo are two of the hottest chefs on the L.A. dining scene, parlaying their success at Animal and Son of a Gun into a successful partnership with Ludo Lefebvre at Trois Mec, Petit Trois and Trois Familia. The native Floridians’ all-day spot Jon & Vinny’s is a contemporary, irreverent interpretation of an old-school Italian joint, set in a trendily refurbished pizzeria. The young chefs’ own pizza is among the best in L.A., noted for a thin crust with charred, blistered edges. Options range from traditional margherita to the artsy Flower Child with California-made Crescenza cheese and nasturtium petals. Traditionally themed pastas are made fresh in-house, and a wine store in the rear ensures a list that few pizzerias can rival.

Chef Victor Casanova was the chef at Beverly Hills’ swanky, celebrity-teeming Four Seasons Hotel, but the Bronx native yearned for a more intimate and personal expression of his craft. The result is Gusto, an often overlooked collection of white-linen-topped tables where guests begin with soulful pork meatballs plated with chilled whipped ricotta and hearty tomato sauce, or harissa-spiked grilled octopus. Pastas include classic bucatini carbonara or tiny agnolotti, made fresh on-site, with ricotta and English peas, dappled with lemonbutter sauce.

Native Angeleno Zach Pollack got so hooked on Italian cuisine when studying abroad in Italy that his pending architectural degree was swapped out for a cooking career. He, kindred spirit Steve Samson (who dropped out of a medical program to cook) and Steve’s wife, Dina, opened Sotto five years ago, and it remains one of the city’s favorite Italian destinations. After woodroasted cauliflower and pork meatballs, most Sotto guests delve into some of the best thin-crusted pizzas

in town or opt for a deftly crafted risotto with porcini mushrooms and quality Parmigiano-Reggiano.

After his success at Sotto, Pollack went solo at Silver Lake’s Alimento, a cramped, casual space where Carrara marble counters are juxtaposed against plywood and banquettes repurposed from salvaged church pews. Taking center stage are the chef’s housemade pastas, such as spelt maccheroncini with wild mushrooms, cavolo nero and egg.

A must-order item is Pollack’s “al contrario” take on tortellini en brodo, a dish usually consisting of pasta dumplings swimming in broth. Here the hot liquid is trapped inside the soft pasta shells—they explode in your mouth like some Chinese dumplings—which are plated over a creamy sauce enriched with wild mushrooms and prosciutto. A light but satisfying dessert is the almond polenta cake with macerated berries and whipped cream.

Chef Bruce Kalman has a reputation for innovation, but at his intimate Pasadena restaurant, Union, it is his respect for tradition that tends to impress diners the most. Standout dishes include his takes on steamed mussels with guanciale, porchetta and a simple yet seductive plate of spaghetti alla chitarra enhanced with little more than San Marzano tomatoes, garlic and a hint of Fresno chili.

Drago Centro » Chef Celestino Drago and his brothers operate a collection of restaurants in L.A., but this downtown establishment offers the most sophisticated setting and ambitious cuisine. 525 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.228.8998 Osteria Mozza » From local legend Nancy Silverton and celebrity chef Mario Batali, this is a serious dining room in which to enjoy creative Italian cuisine.

6602 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.0100

Pizzeria Mozza »

Much more than a pizzeria, this casual side of the Mozza complex incorporates superb ingredients into a full menu and offers an all-Italian wine list. 641 N. Highland Ave., L.A., 323.297.0101

Il Ristorante di Giorgio Baldi » A

celebrity favorite, this Amalfi Coast-reminiscent eatery specializes in fresh seafood and a romantic vibe. 114 W. Channel Road, Santa Monica, 310.573.1660

Valentino » When it

opened in 1972, this finedining landmark was awash in red sauce and checkered tablecloths.

But restaurateur Piero Selvaggio gradually introduced Angelenos to a more refined, upscale Italian cuisine.

3115 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.829.4313

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Los Angeles is the most populous county in the nation and among the most culturally diverse. Its 4,000 square miles encompass dozens of cities and more than 200 neighborhoods, each with its own vibe. The pages that follow will guide you through the most visited among them, pointing out starring attractions and uncovering hidden gems along the way.

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Beverly Hills BEVERLY HILLS IS A LUXURY LOVER’S MECCA: DESIGNER SHOPPING, FINE DINING, MANSIONS. CENTURY CITY, WESTWOOD AND CULVER CITY ARE POCKETS WITH THEIR OWN DRAWS.

➺It’s only 5 square miles, but Beverly Hills looms large in pop culture as a posh locale that boasts some The Mansions

The launch of Beverly Hills’ glamorous reputation dates to the early 20th century, when the then-new Beverly Hills Hotel ushered in a frenzy of movie-star mansionbuilding in the hills north of Sunset Boulevard. Today, the population of 35,000 is more diverse than its depiction on TV and in movies might suggest. Nonetheless, the triumvirate of Beverly Hills, Holmby Hills and Bel-Air still attracts its share of famous residents. Hop on the Beverly Hills Trolley Tour, or book ahead with Starline Tours, to see notable homes in the ‘hood, along with other local landmarks packed into the city’s 5 square miles. Among the more storied and oft-filmed estates nestled in the hills is the 19th-century English Revivalstyle Greystone Mansion, whose graceful city-owned grounds are open for strolling.

Rodeo Drive + Golden Triangle

From Greystone, head west on Sunset Boulevard, then hang on to your wallet as you turn south onto Rodeo Drive. After passing through a tony residential neighborhood, you enter the shopping district known as

the Golden Triangle, bounded by Santa Monica and Wilshire boulevards and Cañon Drive. Burberry, Balenciaga, Fendi and Gucci each recently debuted new or renovated flagships on Rodeo, reminding retailers that 90210 is still the most prestigious ZIP code in the States. Ascend the Italian-esque side street to fine-art destination Galerie Michael and Tiffany & Co., perched atop Two Rodeo.

Sip some wine at 208 Rodeo, then pause for the quintessential Beverly Hills snapshot before continuing on to the Beverly Wilshire hotel (of Pretty Woman fame) at the south end of Rodeo Drive. Continuing west, pass Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and recently revamped Barneys New York, the reigning luxury retail titans along this stretch of Wilshire. At Santa Monica Boulevard, you hit the Beverly Hilton hotel, which rolls out 30,000 square feet of red carpet annually to host the Golden Globe Awards.

The Industry + the Arts

Beverly Hills isn’t all shopping sprees and gated estates: Talent agencies William Morris Endeavor and United Talent Agency are just two of the entertainment businesses based

here. Rub shoulders with the power-lunchers at Thomas Keller’s Bouchon or Wolfgang Puck’s legendary Spago on Cañon, or grab dinner and hear live music at Mastro’s Steakhouse just up the street. The city’s cultural treasure troves include the Paley Center for Media and the Samuel Goldwyn Theater at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, both of which hold screenings. There is even more cultural programming at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, which transformed the historic Beverly Hills Post Office into an entertainment destination.

Century City

Heading west from Beverly Hills on Santa Monica Boulevard, you enter the 0.7-squaremile modern acropolis of Century City. ICM Partners and Creative Artists Agency are located here, as are a Fox Studios lot and countless legal, financial, entertainment and hospitality firms. But those outside the biz won’t be excluded. Past Avenue of the Stars, you hit the upscale Westfield Century City shopping center, which is open for business as it undergoes a dramatic redevelopment.

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of the priciest mansions in L.A. County, not to mention the world’s most recognizable ZIP code. Rodeo Drive, perhaps the world’s most famous shopping street, offers virtually every luxury fashion brand.

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Chef Akasha Richmond shuttered her Indian concept, Sambar, to open this Italian restaurant— which features rustic, seasonal cuisine—in its place. 9531 Culver Blvd., Culver City, 310.558.8800

Jo Malone London

Shop for elegant fragrances, then indulge in a hand and arm massage at the posh British brand’s largest U.S. boutique. 9621 Brighton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.281.0751

What Goes Around Comes Around

The celebrity-beloved destination for designer vintage clothing (e.g., classic rock tees and vintage Chanel bags) arrives in the 90210. 9520 Brighton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.858.0250

Storefronts along North Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills.

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The pedestrian-friendly Westwood Village features independent shops and cafés among its Mediterranean Revival and art deco buildings.

Nearby on Constellation Boulevard, epicures are drawn to Tom Colicchio’s Craft and Hinoki & the Bird, inside the towering residential complex the Century. (Candy Spelling claims the top two floors.) The Annenberg Space for Photography displays cutting-edge exhibits of digital and print photography.

UCLA

A few miles northeast of Century City is the University of California, Los Angeles, one of the top public universities in the country.

Visitors are welcome at several university attractions, including the Fowler Museum at UCLA and the outdoor Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden on the north campus, the planetarium on the south campus and the 7-acre Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Gardens.

The free Hammer Museum is nearby and houses impressionist paintings, as well as cutting-edge contemporary exhibitions. Paid parking is available in UCLA lots and structures throughout the 419-acre campus.

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Just south of the campus, the pedestrianfriendly Westwood Village features independent shops and cafés among its Mediterranean Revival and art deco buildings, as well as two landmark movie theaters at the intersection of Broxton and Weyburn avenues: the 1936 marquee-wrapped Bruin theater and the Fox theater across the street. Built circa 1931, the Fox is a favorite for movie premieres and thus is prime star-spotting territory. Another don’t-miss venue is the award-winning Geffen Playhouse, located on Le Conte Avenue in one of the oldest buildings in Westwood.

Culver City

Covering 5 square miles southeast of Westwood, Culver City boasts a thriving downtown with restaurants including Korean-barbecue spot Hanjip and modern American restaurant Akasha. The Kirk Douglas Theatre and the Ivy Substation, home to the Actors’ Gang,

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➺ We all have a friend or colleague whose closet we’d like to raid. You know the one: She’s always wearing fashion-insider brands and puts separates together with enviable panache. In Beverly Hills, Meredith Kaplan is like that girlfriend, but better—her “closet,” Gratus, is 100 percent shoppable. Enter Kaplan’s elegant boutique through a European-esque courtyard to find luxury and contemporary brands such as Rochas, Rosetta Getty, Leur Logette, Re/Done and No. 21 (the spot-on designer lineup is the work of founding member/buying director Christine Moon). Expert stylists await to help you put your look together. With Gratus’ help, you’re just a few purchases away from transforming your own closet into the object of envy. 427 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.276.8200, gratus.com

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The Culver City station on the Metro Expo Line

bookend the downtown area and stage live productions throughout the year. Traveling east on Washington Boulevard, don’t miss the sprawling Helms Bakery complex, which contains dozens of high-end furniture showrooms. Moving along Washington, the scene-y Arts District has more than 30 art galleries and exhibition spaces clustered along Washington and La Cienega boulevards. At the intersection of Washington and National boulevards is a stop on the Expo Line, a Metro light rail that, thanks to a recent extension, goes from downtown L.A. all the way to Santa Monica.

Hollywood gets all the attention, but it’s Culver City whose seal proclaims it “The Heart of Screenland.” In 1915, Ince/Triangle Studios, today Sony Pictures Studios, opened on Washington. In 1924, the site became Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios. Classics including The Wizard of Oz would eventually be filmed on its movie lots. (News reports of the time indicate that the “Munchkins” partied hard during their stay at the Culver Hotel.) Today, Culver City’s screen culture is still going strong, with 16 soundstages accommodating TV-show and feature-film shoots at Culver Studios and hits such as Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! being taped on the historic lots at Sony. Fully experience Culver City’s screen heritage by taking the Sony Pictures Studio Tour.

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Santa Monica Santa Monica has the approachable vibe of a beach town with the attractions of a major city. Malibu, Venice and marina del rey are appealing options nearby.

➺In the 1800s, orator Tom Fitch called Santa Monica “the Zenith City by the Sunset Sea.” The 21st-century

version of Santa Monica fulfills its early promise, with a bustling downtown and beach that attract millions of visitors per year. Pacific Coast Highway connects SaMo with draws such as Malibu and Marina del Rey. Third Street Promenade, three pedestrianonly blocks on 3rd Street between Broadway and Wilshire Boulevard, is perpetually teeming with people. Visitors can hit dozens of boutiques, watch movies at three cinemas and gawk at the myriad street artists.

If they don’t refuel at the many eateries along the Promenade, visitors can venture to the surrounding blocks to Mercado or the Misfit and enjoy drinks at The Bungalow or the many pubs, such as Ye Olde King’s Head, that hint at Santa Monica’s large population of British expats.

Anchoring the promenade at Broadway is Santa Monica Place, a beautiful open-air shopping center with Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, 80 boutiques, ArcLight Cinemas and the top-level Dining Deck. Steps away is the new western terminus of the Metro Expo Line, which connects Santa Monica by light rail to downtown Los Angeles.

Santa Monica Pier, built in 1909, is at the end of Colorado Avenue and features Pacific Park, a mini amusement park with food stands and rides, including a solar-powered, LED-lit Ferris wheel.

Main Street + Montana Avenue

Compared with the hustle and bustle of Third Street Promenade, Montana Avenue is downright tranquil. Between 6th and 17th streets are plenty of fashionable boutiques and beauty destinations, including Moondance, Clare V., Olive & June nail salon and Malin + Goetz.

Father’s Office is known for its burgers, Forma is tops for pasta and cheese, and Sweet Lady Jane is famous for its cakes.

Just minutes south of downtown Santa Monica, Main Street exudes a beachy, upscale vibe. The long stretch between Pico Boulevard and Rose Avenue contains a number of galleries, pubs, coffeehouses and restaurants, plus shops such as Lost & Found and Planet Blue. The California Heritage Museum is in a transplanted Victorian-era home, as is the aptly named Victorian, adjacent to the museum, which features a cool downstairs speakeasy, Basement Tavern.

The Arts

Visitors can take in plays at Main Street’s Edgemar Center for the Arts, housed in an angular concrete structure designed by Frank

Gehry. An even wider variety of entertainment is at the Broad Stage, Santa Monica College’s first-rate, 499-seat performingarts, film, dance and theater venue.

On Michigan Avenue, the Bergamot Station arts center—now a stop on the Expo Line—has emerged as a hub for L.A.’s creative community. It’s home to some 30 galleries and a café.

Malibu

A few miles north of Santa Monica on Pacific Coast Highway is Malibu. Formerly known as Rancho Malibu, Malibu’s land was once so coveted that May K. Rindge, who took ownership of it in 1905 after the death of her scion husband, used armed guards to defend it from trespassers. In the 1920s, Rindge’s hefty legal bills, racked up from fighting developers, forced her to invite stars to live in Malibu Colony in the 1920s, and the legacy of Malibu as celebrity-home central continues today.

Many of Malibu’s best destinations are visible from PCH, including renowned restaurants with ocean views, from the casual (Malibu Seafood) to the upscale (Nobu Malibu). Adjacent to the Malibu Lagoon and

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Malibu’s land was once so coveted that heiress May K. Rindge, who took ownership of it in 1905, used armed guards to defend it from trespassers.

up, thanks to the emergence of hot restaurants such as reborn Rose Café-Restaurant, plus a smattering of hip shops. Visitors strolling Ocean Front Walk get an eyeful, between the performers, the vendors and the Muscle Beach bodybuilders.

Brentwood

Bird Sanctuary, the Adamson House is filled with historic tile. The celebrity-frequented Malibu Country Mart serves as the area’s town square. Together with the adjacent Malibu Village and Malibu Lumber Yard, there are plenty of shops and restaurants for whiling away an afternoon.

Inland, nearing Calabasas, is wine country, where you can sample the local vino at tasting rooms such as Malibu Wines.

Topanga + Pacific Palisades

In the 1960s, hippies and musicians such as Neil Young hid out in idyllic Topanga, accessible by Topanga Canyon Boulevard from Pacific Coast Highway. Removed from urban activity, it retains its bohemian vibe and independently owned businesses. Hiking trails allow visitors to bask in Topanga’s woodsy beauty, and restaurants such as Inn of the Seventh Ray accommodate creekside dining.

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Palisades, south of Topanga on PCH and accessed from Temescal Canyon Road.

Hikers love the shady trails in Temescal Gateway Park, and cafés and upscale momand-pop shops can be found between Via de la Paz and Monument Street near Sunset Boulevard. The Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine on Sunset is a 10-acre oasis with a lush garden and koi- and swan-filled lake.

The crown jewel of the Palisades is the Getty Villa. Styled as a Julius Caesar-era villa, it’s filled with Greco-Roman antiquities.

Venice

Abbot Kinney won in a coin toss the land that would become Venice. He sought to develop it as an American version of the Italian city; the canals are still there, lined with multimillion-dollar bungalows. His namesake Abbot Kinney Boulevard is Venice’s coolest section, where Gjelina, Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea and boutiques such as Heist and Huset are the main attractions. Rose Avenue is also coming

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➺ Just off of Abbot Kinney Boulevard, you’ll find Le Magazyn, a concept store

bringing “Brazilian bossa” design to L.A. Located inside a century-old building, the boutique/gallery resembles a stylish living room, outfitted with exposed brick, patterned tile and photography on the walls. Founder and São Paulo transplant Ana Kozak curates the shop’s selection, with an emphasis on socially conscious purchasing, sourcing the items from artisans and craftspeople in Brazil. Stop by and browse the one-of-a-kind goods for sale: handcrafted clothing, shoes and bags; artfully crafted midcentury and contemporary furniture from Brazilian designers like Sergio Rodrigues and Jorge Zalszupin; and elegantly simple liquid-porcelain ceramics. 904 Pacific Ave., Venice, 310.450.5333, lemagazyn.com

Marina del Rey

Marina del Rey’s main attraction is the marina, the largest man-made small-craft harbor in the world. Restaurants such as Cast & Plow and Cafe del Rey are positioned to take advantage of the views, and at the New England-style Fisherman’s Village, boat-rental and cruise companies such as Hornblower offer visitors myriad ways to get out on the water.

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Skateboarders take a break at Venice Beach.

Marilyn Monroe once called this enclave northeast of Santa Monica home; it remains a favorite stamping ground of the affluent and famous. San Vicente Boulevard functions as the neighborhood’s main street, with copious independent shops, bakeries, cafés and restaurants. The petite Brentwood Country Mart, a charming open-air shopping center built in 1948, keeps retail offerings contemporary and upscale.

The area’s biggest draw is the Getty Center, the hilltop museum that houses J. Paul Getty’s spectacular art collection.

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West Hollywood TRENDS IN FASHION, DESIGN AND FOOD OFTEN BEGIN IN L.A., AND MANY OF THOSE INNOVATIONS CAN BE TRACED TO THE PIONEERING COMMUNITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD.

➺For a municipality measuring less than 2 square miles and with fewer than 35,000 residents, West

Hollywood wields enormous influence over the L.A. lifestyle. With a number of world-class art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, nightclubs and theaters, it’s a frequent destination for locals and tourists alike.

After dark, this iconic stretch of Sunset Boulevard between Doheny Drive and Crescent Heights Avenue becomes the hottest stretch of asphalt in L.A. County. The club scene here rocks with legendary establishments like the Roxy, the Whisky a Go Go and the Viper Room, which have a long history of hosting performances by rock ‘n’ roll’s finest. Other Sunset Strip nightclubs include Rock & Reilly’s and newer 1 OAK. The Comedy Store continues to showcase the leading names in stand-up, as well as emerging stars. During the day, boutiques such as beloved Book Soup draw traffic.

Hotels are an integral part of the Sunset Strip scene. Chateau Marmont, a glorious and notorious celebrity hangout throughout the decades, remains a discreet local getaway. Skybar, at the style-conscious Mondrian, retains its aura of exclusivity. At the Sunset Tower Hotel, Bugsy Siegel’s former suite has been converted into the Tower Bar.

Sunset Plaza

Sunset Plaza, between La Cienega and San Vicente boulevards on Sunset Boulevard, is a

collection of tony shops and bistros with an international flavor and free parking—a novelty in this neighborhood. This is the city’s Euro Zone, where you’re apt to hear more French and Italian than Valley Girl.

For up-to-the-minute fashion, check out Wildfox, Zadig & Voltaire or either of the two H. Lorenzo shops. Pamper yourself with a facial at Ole Henriksen Face/Body Spa, a mani-pedi at Jessica—The Clinic, a blowout at Drybar or a makeover at Blushington.

Melrose Avenue

Melrose Avenue has become virtually synonymous with trendiness, and new expressions in fashion, art and food continue to percolate up and down this street that has multiple personalities. One stretch of Melrose, east of Fairfax Avenue, has a mix of indie boutiques, cafés, tattoo parlors and vintage shops. Stores such as Wasteland have wild facades and vibrant signage that add energy to the scene. Farther west, Melrose becomes très sophistiqué, showcasing upscale tastes at Ron Herman, Assembly, Kelly Wearstler and Vivienne Westwood.

Just off Melrose is the fashionable three-

block stretch of Melrose Place, where Bentleys line up for chic salons such as Nine Zero One and such cutting-edge boutiques as Irene Neuwirth, Isabel Marant, the Apartment by the Line and Violet Grey.

West Hollywood Design District

Melrose Avenue’s flourishing art, fashion and design district runs along the pedestrian-friendly retail corridors of Melrose and Beverly and Robertson boulevards. Among its newer offerings are a Helmut Lang flagship and RH: the Gallery on Melrose Avenue.

The district’s hub is the Pacific Design Center complex—monolithic blue, green and red buildings designed by celebrated architect Cesar Pelli—which houses more than 130 showrooms catering to professional designers and luxury-home owners and is home to a satellite of downtown’s Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) and a stylish Wolfgang Puck eatery, Red Seven.

Beverly + West 3rd

Beverly Boulevard and West 3rd Street, major east-west streets running through West Hollywood, are filled with restaurants,

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The hot N.Y. seafood restaurant expands to the West Coast, reeling in an A-list crowd to its stylish rooftop perch. 8715 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.347.6060

Delilah

Start with dinner and drinks, then dance the night away inside this gilded, art deco showstopper from H.Wood Group. 7969 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.745.0600

Nightingale Plaza

SBE’s newest nightlife entry combines elegance with cuttingedge technology. 643 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 424.296.1600

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One of the Fairfax District’s anchors is the Original Farmers Market, established in 1934, with more than 100 produce stalls, shops and eateries.

design showrooms and boutiques from some of the hottest up-and-coming clothing designers. The two streets bracket the landmark eight-level Beverly Center, which is undergoing a multimillion-dollar renovation. Bloomingdale’s, Fendi, Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo, Uniqlo, Sandro and Jimmy Choo boutiques are among the center’s more than 160 establishments.

On West 3rd Street east of Beverly Center, you’ll find favorite boutiques such as Flight 001 for stylish travel supplies, OK for designminded gifts, Pyrrha for handcrafted jewelry and Wittmore for contemporary menswear.

Great dining options include Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo’s seafood spot, Son of a Gun, and Vic Casanova’s two Italian concepts, Gusto and Pistola. On Beverly Boulevard, you can shop for high-end home decor and accessories at Garde and fragrances at Eric Buterbaugh Florals, dine on Frenchinspired California dishes at Terrine and finish with a sweet treat from Cake Monkey.

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Robertson Boulevard

Robertson Boulevard is no longer a paparazzi magnet, but it’s still home to shops that appeal to the modish set. Hit Chaser for vintage-inspired T-shirts; Reservoir for cool, under-the-radar brands like Suno and PB 0110; and Kitross, from the founder of nowdefunct Kitson, for L.A.-inspired gifts. A cutting-edge Chanel concept store illustrates the difference between Robertson Boulevard and more staid Rodeo Drive. For a breather between boutique-hopping, consider a cocktail with crab cakes on the picket-fenced patio of Ivy restaurant, legendary for its celebrity clientele. Cecconi’s, just off Robertson, is also popular for power lunches.

Fairfax and Mid-Wilshire

L.A.’s Fairfax District and neighboring MidWilshire are among the most culturally diverse neighborhoods in the Mid-City/ West Hollywood area. At Fairfax Avenue and Wilshire Boulevard is the Los Angeles

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and Armand Hadida founded their avant-garde concept shop, L’Eclaireur, in a gallery on the Champs-Élysées in 1980 and immediately set about championing such visionary designers as Martin Margiela, Prada and Yohji Yamamoto. Three-plus decades and five Parisian outposts later, L’Eclaireur (“scout,” in English) is bringing its eye for style stateside for the first time by way of a new West Hollywood Design District location. With the Hadidas’ daughter Meryl Hadida Shabani at the helm, the three-story, continually evolving “residence” focuses on interior design and home accessories such as rare Fornasetti furniture and wares, but it also presents limited-edition fashion pieces and temporary exhibitions. 450 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.360.0262, leclaireur.com

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County Museum of Art (LACMA), a renowned facility with more than 100,000 works dating from the ancient period to today. Adjacent to LACMA is the famous La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, where the ice age comes alive. Additional venues on this Museum Row include the newly renovated Petersen Automotive Museum and the Craft & Folk Art Museum. South of the museums is a surprise for curious foodies: a neighborhood known as Little Ethiopia, where acclaimed traditional restaurants are located.

To the museums’ east is the burgeoning District La Brea, a walkable stretch filled with hot restaurants like Odys + Penelope and hip boutiques including American Rag Cie and A+R. One of the Fairfax District’s anchors is the Original Farmers Market, established in 1934, with more than 100 produce stalls, shops and eateries. There are spots to satisfy virtually any craving, including a wine bar, a taqueria and a stand with authentic Louisiana gumbo. Adjacent and connected by a vintage trolley is The Grove, an outdoor, pedestrianonly shopping center. The Grove has the character of an old-fashioned village square, with stained-glass streetlamps and a central fountain. Nordstrom, a movie theater and stores such as American Girl Place, Apple, Paige and the first-ever Elizabeth and James boutique are joined by myriad restaurants including Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill.

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Hollywood hollywood is in the midst of a new golden age, and its hip, up-and-coming neighbors los feliz, silver lake and echo park share in the limelight.

➺“Hollywood is a state of mind” was a popular refrain when this part of Los Angeles was experiencing Hollywood & Highland

Hollywood & Highland has been a catalyst for the rebirth of Hollywood Boulevard. Its Dolby Theatre is the home of the Academy Awards, and the central Babylon Court frames views of the iconic Hollywood sign (built in 1923 to advertise a housing development, the 45-foot-high letters originally read “Hollywoodland”). Other draws include Ohm nightclub, dining spots and shops such as Sweet! candy store and Louis Vuitton. Next door to Hollywood & Highland is the TCL Chinese Theatre (formerly Grauman’s Chinese Theatre), famous for its celebrity hand- and footprints embedded in the concrete out front.

Showtime

Just across the street from Hollywood & Highland is the ornate, lavishly illuminated El Capitan Theatre. Masterfully restored

by Disney, it offers special presentations of the studio’s releases, combined with performances using an antique Wurlitzer pipe organ and children-pleasing stage shows.

Jimmy Kimmel Live! tapes in an ABC studio next door. The Egyptian Theatre—built in 1922 around the time that King Tut’s tomb

was discovered—screens eclectic artsy and classic fare. The landmark Pantages Theatre has staged megahit musicals including The Book of Mormon and Wicked, and the Hollywood Palladium has a rich history of showcasing top-notch musicians.

Walk of Fame

The sidewalks along 15 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard (La Brea Avenue to Gower Street) and three blocks of Vine Street (Yucca Street to Sunset Boulevard) are inlaid with the legendary brass-and-terrazzo stars honoring celebrities from the entertainment industry.

More than 2,400 stars are enshrined beneath tourists’ feet, but the roster is not without its quirks—Pee-wee Herman has one, but Clint Eastwood doesn’t. Marilyn Monroe’s star is steps from Hollywood & Highland, and John Lennon’s is in front of the Capitol Records Building, the landmark structure designed to resemble a stack of records.

Museums, Hollywood-style

Hollywood has museums, but don’t expect to encounter Picasso or Monet. Next to TCL Chinese Theatre is Madame Tussauds

Hollywood, filled with more than 100 wax figures ranging from legends like Clark Gable to contemporary stars including Taylor Swift. You can ponder some zany accomplishments at the Guinness World Record Museum, while the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium offers bizarre exhibitions. Movie buffs head to the Hollywood Museum in the historic Max Factor Building, which displays 10,000 artifacts showcasing 100 years of showbiz history, including Indiana Jones’ whip, a costume worn by Leonardo DiCaprio and the honeymoon dress worn by Marilyn Monroe after she married Joe DiMaggio.

Around Vine

The storied intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, the epicenter of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, boasted a large concentration of entertainment-industry companies in the 1920s. It’s a different Hollywood today, but the magic of this location endures in the soaring W Hollywood Hotel & Residences and its Delphine brasserie. A Metro station is integrated into the hotel; Hollywood is particularly well served by mass transit. Across the street is boutique hotel the

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a decline not long ago. But with hot new boutiques, restaurants, hotels and condos sprouting up, it has re-emerged as a bona fide destination, and waves of international visitors mingle with colorful locals.

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Burke Williams The day-spa chain’s expansive new location offers innovative spa concepts and treatments. 925 N. La Brea Ave., L.A., 323.822.9007

Shake Shack

The East Coast chain opens its third SoCal location, serving milkshakes and burgers well worth the inevitable wait. 6201 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.593.7763

Valerie Confections Boutique

Award-winning chocolatier Valerie Gordon’s new Silver Lake shop, next to her flagship location, carries her full suite of handmade chocolates, petits fours, pastries and more. 3364 W. 1st St., L.A., 213.739.8149

Hollywood Pantages Theatre.

Opposite, from left: Eclectic gifts at Wacko/Soap Plant in Los Feliz; performers and onlookers on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Among the largest urban parks in America, sprawling Griffith Park is an ideal place to hike, picnic, golf, ride horses and more.

Redbury and its stylish Middle Eastern restaurant, Cleo, and bar, the Library.

Sunset Boulevard and Vine is in transition, but dance clubs and eateries give this corner plenty of character. Serious cinephiles catch their flicks at ArcLight Cinemas, where it’s easy to spot a celeb. Close by is Amoeba Music, where music fans and collectors browse the aisles through 31,000 square feet of space packed with rare vinyl records, CDs and memorabilia.

A couple of blocks west is the stylish minicomplex Space 15 Twenty, catering to shoppers well into the evening. The center is anchored by a supersize Urban Outfitters and complemented by cool boutiques.

Nightcrawling

The revival of Hollywood has only enhanced its nightlife opportunities, and a lively barand-club scene permeates the district. On Hollywood Boulevard, you can party under the guise of literary advancement at library-

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themed Hemingway’s, drink and dine at Houston Hospitality hot spot No Vacancy, and attempt to get past the velvet ropes at nightclubs like Playhouse and Project Club LA. Cahuenga Boulevard also is home to dozens of clubs and eateries, including chef Brendan Collins’ excellent Birch.

Quintessentially L.A. but a galaxy removed from Hollywood Boulevard is the Hollywood Bowl, the largest outdoor amphitheater in the U.S., where the Los Angeles Philharmonic takes up residence from June to September.

Picnicking under the stars here is among the most memorable experiences in L.A.

Los Feliz + Silver Lake

These neighborhoods are among the hippest in the county. Vermont Avenue, the main drag in Los Feliz, presents a collection of shops and restaurants that range from bohemian to chic. Skylight Books and 24/7 diner Fred 62 are popular hangouts. Lounges such as Rockwell represent the neighborhood’s

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➺ At L.A.’s trendy weekly and biannual craft fairs, shopping is an opportunity to discover vintage finds and beautiful baubles made by local artisans. But at Los Feliz’s Co-op 28, you can find a carefully curated selection of handcrafted and locally produced treasures from more than 150 talented artists every day. Inside the shop, beautiful jewelry, handmade cards and the store’s signature subway signs mingle with vintage glassware. You’ll also find midcentury-modern furniture from the boutique’s exclusive, custom-made Los Feliz Collection. As if that weren’t enough to entice shoppers, the Co-op team is hard at work on Bukowski’s Los Feliz, “the intellectual’s dive bar,” due to open directly behind the shop on Feb. 14. 1728 N. Vermont Ave., L.A., 323.669.2828, coop28.com

Griffith Park

Among the largest urban parks in America, Griffith Park is an ideal place to hike, take a train ride, picnic, golf and more. The Charlie Turner Trailhead begins at Griffith Observatory, one of the great planetariums in the world and a frequent film location.

The hike up Mount Hollywood provides views of the Hollywood sign, and the Greek Theatre, a 5,700-seat amphitheater, is a legendary music venue. Also here are the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens and the Western-heritage-oriented Autry Museum of the American West, both accessible from the Ventura (SR 134) or Golden State (I-5) freeways.

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Visitors ride a miniature train on the Griffith Park & Southern Railroad.

increasing sophistication. Nearby, a stretch of Hollywood Boulevard houses cult-favorite gift shop/gallery Wacko and hip Bar Covell, and Barnsdall Art Park offers recreational opportunities including tours of Frank Lloyd Wright’s recently restored Hollyhock House.

At Sunset Junction, where Sunset and Santa Monica boulevards intersect, Los Feliz transitions into Silver Lake. Foodies hang at casual Forage or the Cheese Store of Silverlake, while aspiring screenwriters hammer at their laptops and sip lattes at Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea. Farther east on Sunset Boulevard, cool beach gear at Mollusk Surf Shop and chic handbags at the Clare V. flagship beckon.

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Downtown L.A.’s urban center reflects the cultural diversity, world-class architecture and dynamic commerce that make the city a superstar on the global stage.

➺Downtown Los Angeles could not be hotter, with new restaurants and shops opening daily. Historic art

deco structures share the streetscape with glass-clad towers, and even movie stars are snapping up lofts in century-old buildings. The arts scene roars to life here, where the image of L.A. as laid-back hardly applies.

Union Station was the last of the grand railroad terminals built in the U.S. Its importance faded as the automobile began to dominate life in L.A., but the 77-year-old station has staged a comeback, thanks to a renovation and downtown’s new energy. From the station—the hub of the Metro system—you can board the Red Line to Hollywood and the San Fernando Valley or connect to the Blue Line to Long Beach or Expo Line to Santa Monica.

The Gold Line runs to Pasadena. Nonstop bus service to LAX is available 24/7. Metrolink commuter trains connect distant suburbs, and Amtrak trains offer coastal journeys.

Grand Avenue + Music Center

The heart of L.A.’s performing-arts scene and the site of its most dramatic architecture, Grand Avenue is beginning to live up to its name. On Bunker Hill, once filled with Victorian mansions, four venues make up a formidable collection of stages at the Music Center.

The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is home to L.A. Opera, and the Ahmanson Theatre and the Mark Taper Forum host theatrical productions. The flashiest venue is architect

Frank Gehry’s lauded Walt Disney Concert Hall, winter home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, led by its vivacious music director, Gustavo Dudamel. Also housed at Disney Hall is REDCAT, which offers visual, performing and multimedia arts programming.

After a show, take a stroll through the 12-acre Grand Park, between Grand Avenue and Hill Street and 1st and Temple streets.

Descending Bunker Hill

Steps from the Ahmanson is the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, designed by Spanish architect José Rafael Moneo. A short walk south on Grand is the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), and across from it is The Broad museum, built by philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad. Both sites house premier collections of contemporary art. The Omni Hotel and California Plaza are adjacent to MOCA; nearby Angels Knoll is a welcome patch of greenery.

Angels Flight, a vintage funicular (now dormant) that climbs to California Plaza from Hill Street below, is billed as “The Shortest Railway in the World.” At the foot of the hill, the Bunker Hill Steps rise five stories at the

U.S. Bank Tower, the tallest building west of the Mississippi. Across the street is the art deco-style Central Library.

Olvera Street

The origin of the city of Los Angeles, dating back to 1781, is El Pueblo de Los Angeles, a collection of 27 buildings along festive pedestrian concourse Olvera Street. The city’s oldest building, Avila Adobe (circa 1818), is located here, along with Mexican restaurants, mariachi bands and merchants offering arts and crafts. A few blocks away is the city’s oldest restaurant, Philippe the Original (1908), where a cup of joe is just 49 cents.

Historic Districts

Undergoing a renaissance is the Broadway Theatre District, home to once-opulent movie palaces. Several, such as the United Artists theater (now the stylish Theatre at Ace Hotel), have been revived or restored to their original grandeur. Cool shops such as Acne Studios and new BNKR lend cachet to the area. The Bradbury Building, constructed in 1893 in the Italian Renaissance Revival style, was featured in the film Blade Runner.

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Union Station

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NEW IN TOWN

Cleo L.A. Live

SBE’s popular Mediterranean, Cleopatrathemed mezze bar opens a second L.A. outpost, which offers breakfast and lunch as well. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 424.888.7818

Here’s Looking at You

This hot Koreatown spot features fruity cocktails and an inventive JapaneseMexican fusion menu from former Animal chef Jonathan Whitener. 3901 W. 6th St., L.A., 213.568.3573

Salt & Straw

The popular artisanal Oregon-based icecream company is now serving scoops of its inventive flavors in the hip Arts District.

829 E. 3rd St., downtown, 213.988.7070

K.G. Louie Co.’s storefront in Chinatown.

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Downtown’s heritage as a mercantile center can still be experienced in its historic shopping districts, popular with bargain hunters.

east is the Arts District, which boasts buzzy shops and markets; galleries including Hauser Wirth & Schimmel; a bevy of craft breweries; and such lauded restaurants as The Factory Kitchen, Officine Brera and Bestia.

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Spring Street from 4th to 7th streets is a rapidly awakening area once referred to as the “Wall Street of the West.” Steps from this historic district is a row of trendy bars on 6th Street (between Main and Los Angeles streets) that includes the Varnish.

Shopping Districts

Downtown’s heritage as a mercantile center can still be experienced in its historic shopping districts. The Jewelry District draws shoppers looking for deals on diamonds; in the neighboring Fashion District, you can find designer clothing items. At Santee Alley, an open-air bargain bazaar, designer trends breed low-priced knockoffs. The Flower District offers blooms at wholesale prices.

For an awesome mix of old-school produce vendors and lunch counters and new, upscale specialty stalls, Grand Central Market, near the foot of Angels Flight, is the place to go.

And the Figat7th shopping center is home to trendy boutiques and eateries.

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Chinatown

Chinatown is a great destination for sampling dim sum, dining at new foodie-favorite spots like Pok Pok LA and Howlin’ Ray’s or browsing for clothing, tea or home goods.

Cultural highlights include Thien Hau Temple and the Chinese American Museum. Chung King Road and Gin Ling Way are home to galleries; Broadway is lined with boutiques.

Dodger Stadium is a short drive away, as is San Antonio Winery, which offers tours and tastings.

Little Tokyo

Little Tokyo’s bar scene is popping, and dining options range from traditional sushi at Japanese Village Plaza to upscale Asian fusion at Simbal. Just a few steps down 1st Street is the sleek Japanese American National Museum.

The Geffen Contemporary, a branch of MOCA, is next door. At 2nd and Main streets is the former St. Vibiana cathedral, now home to stylish Redbird restaurant. To Little Tokyo’s

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➺ The 2014 arrival of Ace Hotel in downtown L.A. heralded an influx of high-end retail that’s steadily transforming the area around 9th and Broadway. Among the latest cult-favorite, cutting-edge boutiques to join the neighborhood is Mykita, the Berlin-based eyewear brand known for its hand-assembled frames, patented screwless hinges and collaborations with the likes of Damir Doma and Maison Margiela.

Occupying the ground floor of the Eastern Columbia Building, the store—Mykita’s first on the West Coast—is a bright, clean-lined and modern capsule that stands in contrast to the surrounding art deco building. Here, visitors can find the full optical and sunglasses lines, including the Mykita DTLA Edition style, which is exclusive to this location. 847 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.335.5815, mykita.com

Exposition Park

Just south of downtown is Exposition Park, whose grounds hold major museums and the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, temporary home of the L.A. Rams. The California African American Museum delves into black history, and the beaux arts-style Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County offers insight into prehistoric giants. The California Science Center has a 3-D Imax theater and exhibits the retired NASA space shuttle Endeavour.

For bold items, see listings in the where guide.

For a detailed map of downtown, see page 93.

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A mural in downtown’s burgeoning Arts District—one of Los Angeles’ best places to see street art

The $2.5 billion L.A. Live project is home to Staples Center, as well as the Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers and Kings, and it hosts top pop acts, as does Microsoft Theater, which boasts state-of-the-art acoustics. The Grammy Museum honors myriad music genres with videos, artifacts and interactive exhibits. A dozen restaurants and nightlife venues—WP24, new Cleo and Lucky Strike Lanes, to name a few—face a massive urban plaza lined with LED screens. The Los Angeles Convention Center, encompassing 16-plus acres of exhibition space, is also here.

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Pasadena THE BLOOM OF PASADENA DOESN’T FADE AFTER NEW YEAR’S DAY, AS A BLEND OF SMALL-TOWN CHARM AND COSMOPOLITAN ENERGY MAKES THE CROWN CITY A YEAR-ROUND DESTINATION.

➺Minutes from downtown L.A. via the Arroyo Seco Parkway (Pasadena Freeway) or the Metro Gold Line Old Pasadena

A tribute to foresighted urban planning is the 22-square-block shopping district known as Old Pasadena, roughly bounded by Walnut and Green streets, Arroyo Parkway and Pasadena Avenue. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it’s a collection of restored buildings filled with trendy boutiques, bistros and nightclubs. Merchants range from Tesla Motors to Urban Outfitters, and eateries include Union, a top-rated Italian restaurant.

Pedestrian-only alleys meander through the One Colorado project in the heart of Old Pasadena, where restaurants offer alfresco dining overlooking a sculpture-strewn square.

Boutiques such as Vince and Cop. Copine draw shoppers, while iPic Theaters reimagines the moviegoing experience with state-of-theart technology, plush seats and a bar/café.

Nearby is the Norton Simon Museum, home to one of the finest art collections in the West. The galleries are filled with works dating from the Renaissance to the 20th century, and the museum’s repertoire of impressionist masters (e.g., Monet, Cézanne, Van Gogh) is formidable. A sculpture garden features a major tribute to Degas.

East of Old Pasadena is Paseo Colorado, a shopping center with an ArcLight movie theater, restaurants and shops lining garden promenades. Its open-air design frames views of Pasadena City Hall, a majestic landmark restored to its original beaux-arts grandeur.

Lake Avenue through one of the city’s most opulent residential neighborhoods leads to the Langham Huntington. Consider this grand, historic hotel for high tea, Japanese Kobe beef at its Royce steakhouse or pampering at its award-winning Chuan Spa.

Playhouse District + South Lake Avenue

San Marino + San Gabriel Valley

Anchored by the Mission-style Pasadena Playhouse, this district offers art-house cinema, antique shops, boutiques and bookstores, as well as the famed Ice House comedy club, whose stage has hosted George Carlin and Jerry Seinfeld. Other cultural attractions include the Boston Court Performing Arts Center and the USC Pacific Asia Museum (which is closed through May 2017 for a seismic retrofit). The Pasadena Museum of California Art celebrates Golden State painters and sculptors from 1850 to the present.

East of the Playhouse District, South Lake Avenue provides a vibrant shopping environment. Inviting boutiques are set around European-style courtyards at the Commons and Burlington Arcade. A drive south on

South of the Langham is San Marino and its primary attraction, The Huntington, whose library, art collections, botanical gardens and new education and visitor center occupy one of the most remarkable pieces of real estate in Southern California. Here, the Italianate mansion of railroad magnate Henry Huntington houses an extraordinary collection of 18th- and 19th-century art, and a library with nearly 9 million rare books, photographs and manuscripts occupies another structure.

Throughout the 200-acre property are more than a dozen distinct botanical environments, the Helen and Peter Bing Children’s Garden and a formal rose garden boasting more than 1,400 varieties of the flower.

Sharing Pasadena’s eastern border are the communities of Sierra Madre and Arcadia,

FROM LEFT: DALE BERMAN; COURTESY THE NORTON SIMON ART FOUNDATION. OPPOSITE: LISA ROMEREIN

commuter train is Pasadena. Its architectural pedigree is world-class, and renowned institutions including the Tournament of Roses and Caltech lend it cachet. The city’s diverse neighbors are also worth discovering.

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Greenleaf Gourmet Chopshop

The healthy-eating minichain has a new outpost across from the Americana at Brand—part of the stretch’s recent influx of foodie-favored entries. 252 S. Brand Blvd., Glendale, 747.215.6788

Lost at Sea

Locals Tim Carey and Santos Uy (Papilles) are behind this restaurant, serving up fresh seafood, wine and French technique—a novelty for Old Pasadena. 57 E. Holly St., Pasadena, 626.385.7644

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Dine on fare like fried chicken ’n’ beignets at Patina Group’s new brunch restaurant at Descanso Gardens, then stroll through the lovely camellia collection. 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, 818.864.6435

The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens. Opposite, from left: Windowshoppers in Old Pasadena; a gallery at the Norton Simon Museum

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The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanical Garden’s natural Southern California habitat is famous for its wild peacocks.

home to Santa Anita Park, a storied thoroughbred-horse-racing venue. Arcadia is also home to the 127-acre Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, whose natural Southern California habitat is famous for its wild peacocks. Farther east, scattered along the San Bernardino Freeway (I-10), are the communities of San Gabriel, Temple City, Monterey Park and Alhambra, which have attracted large numbers of Chinese and Vietnamese immigrants, so the opportunity for enjoying Asian cuisine is virtually unrivaled in Southern California. Tourists passionate about history, architecture or faith explore the 1771 San Gabriel Mission, and the San Gabriel Mountains present hiking opportunities for nature lovers.

The Road to South Pasadena

The scenic route to South Pasadena on Orange Grove Boulevard passes through a stretch once known as Millionaires Row. Some splendid homes remain, including

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the former Wrigley Mansion (Tournament House), which now houses the Tournament of Roses Association. North of Old Pasadena, the boulevard leads to the Gamble House. This, the most famous achievement of architects Greene and Greene, is a classic representation of the Arts and Crafts movement that left its imprint on Pasadena. South Pasadena is a tranquil community whose Craftsman homes range from bungalows to mansions, and its Mission West Historic District is lined with antique shops, art galleries, casual cafés and kid-friendly spots like Fair Oaks Pharmacy, a restored drugstore from 1915 whose vintage soda fountain is straight from a Norman Rockwell painting.

Eagle Rock + Glendale

West of Pasadena is Eagle Rock, a quiet college town reinventing itself as a trendy L.A. neighborhood. Its main drag of Colorado Boulevard is lined with a diverse collection of restaurants including Casa Bianca, a ven-

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erable old-school pizza joint. In Eagle Rock, students from highly ranked Occidental College—where a young Barack Obama once studied—mingle with young couples who are snapping up hillside real estate.

On the far side of Eagle Rock is Glendale, the third-largest city in Los Angeles County.

There, office workers pour out of high-rises for happy hour at The Americana at Brand, an open-air shopping, residential and entertainment development. Style-savvy shoppers can browse at boutiques, catch a movie or recharge at the Americana’s restaurants, which include the Philippe Starck-designed Katsuya and celebrity chef Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak.

Home to a large Armenian community, Glendale offers a wealth of ethnic eateries specializing in kebabs, shawarma and belly dancing. Marked by a towering neon obelisk is the Alex Theatre, a restored art deco masterpiece that hosts concerts and musicals. Steps from the Alex is the new Museum of Neon Art, dedicated to showcasing a quintessentially L.A. craft.

North of Glendale is Montrose, whose main street of Honolulu Avenue is more Mayberry than L.A. Close by, in La Cañada Flintridge, is sprawling Descanso Gardens, with North America’s largest camellia collection—an awesome sight when in full bloom during January and February.

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For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 94.

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The Valley HOLLYWOOD MIGHT BE THE SPIRITUAL CENTER OF THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY, BUT THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, AKA “THE OTHER SIDE OF THE HILL,” IS WHERE MOVIEMAKING MAGIC HAPPENS.

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Universal City

A couple of Metro stops north of the heart of Hollywood is Universal City, a major entertainment-industry outpost. The highlight is Universal Studios Hollywood, which offers a behind-the-scenes peek into moviemaking, plus a theme park with rollicking roller coasters and high-tech virtual-reality action rides. The new Wizarding World of Harry Potter attraction is all the buzz; also thrilling are the Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem attraction and the Simpsons Ride and its adjacent Springfield-themed “world.”

Splurge for Universal’s VIP Experience, which pampers its guests with such perks as private tour guides, exclusive backlot access and unlimited front-of-line access in the theme park.

Among the wide-ranging attractions next door at pedestrian-only Universal CityWalk are skydiving simulations at iFly Hollywood and mechanical bull riding at Saddle Ranch Chop House. Restaurants include new Blaze Pizza, Smashburger and chef Ludo Lefebvre’s LudoBird, and stores such as Lush Cosmetics and Skechers will loosen your wallet.

Burbank

Burbank calls itself the “media capital of the world”—and with good reason. This cosmopolitan city is home to some of the most famous players in the entertainment business, including Walt Disney Studios, Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon Animation Studio.

Get a taste of the action on a Warner Bros.

Studio Tour Hollywood or as part of the studio audience at a taping of one of your favorite programs, such as The Ellen DeGeneres Show. The media district, which encompasses most of these companies, also boasts some newer cafés and dining destinations, including Coffee Commissary and Simmzy’s, as well as the iconic Bob’s Big Boy, which hosts a classic-car show every Friday.

As vibrant as it is, Burbank’s entertainment industry is hardly the city’s only draw.

More than 160 restaurants and shops cater to locals and visitors alike. The downtown district offers a major-mall shopping experience, movie theaters and the ever-popular Ikea, but surrounding streets, such as historic San Fernando Boulevard, have a more homegrown feel, with nightlife destinations, shops and trendy bistros such as Granville

Cafe. Another must-visit district is hip Magnolia Park, centered at Magnolia Boulevard and Hollywood Way, which offers indie cafés, antique shops and the area’s best retro and vintage boutiques (Playclothes and Pinup Girl are favorites). Always-packed Porto’s Bakery—the country’s best place to eat, according to Yelp—offers excellent pastries and sandwiches from Europe and the owners’ native Cuba.

Do you like the outdoors? Burbank is a gateway to the Verdugo Mountains, which are crisscrossed with hiking trails. A workout here is rewarded with spectacular views of Burbank, the Hollywood Hills and downtown L.A. For golf enthusiasts, DeBell Golf Club features regulation 18-hole and par-3 courses. And during the summer, outdoor amphitheater the Starlight Bowl hosts a music series.

If you’re jetting into or out of L.A., you can escape the hassles of LAX by opting for Burbank’s uncongested Bob Hope Airport.

It offers nonstop flights to many cities across the country and is centrally located, with easy access to Hollywood, downtown L.A. and the San Gabriel Valley.

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The Valley is a sprawling collection of communities, each with its own attractions and charms.

Immortalized in movies as diverse as Chinatown and Valley Girl, the area derives its name from Mission San Fernando Rey de España, the historic landmark on the Valley’s northernmost edge.

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The Federal Bar in North Hollywood.

Opposite, from left: A dragon in Hogwarts Castle at Universal Studios Hollywood; a dessert from Porto’s Bakery in Burbank

NEW IN TOWN Guisados

The popular Boyle Heights-born taco chain brings its homestyle braises to the Valley. 312 N. San Fernando Blvd., Burbank, 818.238.9806

Ramen Room

Oinkster chef Andre Guerrero shifts gears with this new Japanese-Filipino restaurant. 13355 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, 818.855.1706

Rent the Runway

Try on designer looks at the online service’s chic shop at the Village at Westfield Topanga. 6320 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite 1660, Woodland Hills, renttherunway.com

North Hollywood

North Hollywood wasn’t much of a tourist destination until the community transformed its commercial core into the NoHo Arts District, now filled with nearly two dozen professional theaters, including the landmark El Portal Theatre. These venues present some of the most innovative stage performances in L.A., and neighboring dance studios and art galleries contribute to the scene. With restaurants like the Federal Bar, a lively gastropub with a full calendar of music and comedy, and Idle Hour, a bar in a barrel-shaped, refurbished landmark building from the 1940s, the momentum continues for this transit-linked urban village.

From NoHo’s Metro station, you can access central Hollywood and downtown via the Red Line subway or board the Orange Line, a sleek express bus that traverses the entire San Fernando Valley.

Ventura Boulevard

This iconic, palm-lined boulevard stretches 20 miles across the San Fernando Valley.

Immortalized in music by Frank Zappa and

Tom Petty, the boulevard is an integral part of L.A. culture and home to a burgeoning dining scene.

In Studio City, it’s lined with eateries, including entertainment-industry-favored Art’s Deli, newer favorite the Bellwether and a greater concentration of acclaimed sushi bars (such as Asanebo) than Little Tokyo claims. For shopping, there are charming boutiques, including Dari and Voyage et Cie, and beauty retreats such as Face Haus facial bar. Hip bars and restaurants including Firefly have helped to launch a nightlife scene.

Farther west, as the boulevard winds its way through Sherman Oaks, you’ll encounter laid-back trattorias and bistros, as well as shops such as Abundance, a boutique showcasing plus-size designer fashions. Sherman Oaks is also home to Westfield Fashion Square, anchored by Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s and featuring upscale boutiques. Sherman Oaks Galleria is near the junction of the 405 and 101 freeways; draws include ArcLight Cinemas, where there’s a chance you’ll see famous faces drawn to the Valley by its familyoriented lifestyle.

Deep in the Valley

Westfield Topanga shopping center is loaded with exclusive designer boutiques, including Louis Vuitton and David Yurman.

The Village lifestyle destination opened last fall, expanding the center’s retail and dining options. Farther west off the Ventura Freeway (U.S. 101) is Calabasas, where celebrities move for more elbow room. Upscale shopping and casual eateries live at the Commons at Calabasas, an elegant openair destination. A few exits beyond that is Westlake Village, where locals hit the luxurious spa or do lunch at the Four Seasons.

Visitors to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum in neighboring Simi Valley can step aboard an actual Air Force One, visit a full-size replica of the White House Oval Office and learn all about America’s 40th president. North on the Golden State Freeway (I-5) in Valencia, coaster enthusiasts gather at Six Flags Magic Mountain for rides too wild for Disneyland.

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South Bay

➺In the South Bay, the cities of Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach occupy an idyllic

coastal stretch renowned for surfing and volleyball. To the north is El Segundo; to the south are the beautiful bluffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula and the bustling waterfronts of San Pedro and Long Beach.

Manhattan Beach

Nineteen miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach boasts 2 miles of beaches with sand so fine that developers from Waikiki Beach in Honolulu imported it in the 1920s. This laid-back city is home to many professional athletes: You may spot an L.A. Kings player as you walk along the Strand, the pedestrian promenade sandwiched between multimillion-dollar homes and the beachfront bike trail. At the end of the city’s picturesque pier, the Roundhouse Aquarium delights with touch tanks. The pier features plaques commemorating winners of the Manhattan Beach Open—the South Bay is die-hard beach-volleyball country. It’s also a playground for water-sports enthusiasts, including bodyboarders and surfers. East of the pier along Manhattan Beach Boulevard and Manhattan Avenue are chic boutiques and a burgeoning dining scene, with restaurants such as Fishing With Dynamite, Love & Salt, Little Sister and The Strand House drawing gourmets from across L.A. The Metlox center is a popular gathering place, with shops such as the Beehive and hot spots including Zinc at the Shade Hotel.

Hermosa Beach

Heading south on Manhattan Avenue brings you to Pier Avenue, the heart of Hermosa Beach. Hermosa shares many characteristics with Manhattan Beach, including a scenic 2-mile stretch of beachfront punctuated by volleyball nets, fitness buffs weaving along the Strand (here merged with the bike path) and a pier studded with bronze plaques commemorating surfing legends. Come late afternoon, the pedestrian plaza at Pier Avenue west of Hermosa Avenue becomes a different kind of South Bay scene, thanks to spillover from packed bars and restaurants such as Hennessey’s and Killer Shrimp.

Beyond Pier Plaza, on Hermosa Avenue, Jay Leno still draws crowds to the Comedy & Magic Club with Sunday-night shows. To the plaza’s east, café/boutique Gum Tree and Steak & Whisky are standouts among the specialty shops and eateries that line Pier Avenue. Farther east, Becker’s carries surfboards and beachwear.

Redondo Beach

The largest of L.A. County’s beach cities, Redondo Beach is home to the 1,457-seat

Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center and a recreational waterfront featuring 2 miles of sandy beaches, the popular Redondo Beach Pier and King Harbor. Sepulveda Boulevard becomes Pacific Coast Highway as it enters town; signs point west to King Harbor’s Redondo Beach Marina, one of four marinas in the harbor. Here you find businesses such as Redondo Sportfishing offering fishing excursions and whale-watching tours, while other local outfitters rent out kayaks, paddleboats, bicycles and wave runners. South of the harbor, the historic Redondo Beach Pier has had its ups and downs, but it keeps rising from the ashes to attract locals and visitors to quick-andcasual eateries, amusements and souvenir shops. South of the pier, the gentle waves and somewhat narrow strip of Redondo State Beach draw crowds during the summer, while the bike path meanders by on its way to its terminus at Torrance State Beach.

One block east of the beach, the Riviera Village shopping district has a small-town feel, with restaurants and specialty boutiques such as Cami and the Catalina Cooking Store covering a six-block radius.

FROM LEFT: COURTESY HERMOSA BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITORS BUREAU; COURTESY FISHING WITH DYNAMITE. OPPOSITE: EDWIN SANTIAGO

THE SOUTH BAY’S BEACHES AND HARBORS ARE ACTION-PACKED, BUT THE LIVING IS EASY. LOOK FOR OCEAN-VIEW DINING, MOM-AND-POP SHOPS AND SEASIDE ATTRACTIONS.

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Koreatown’s craft-beer mecca sets up down south with 24 taps, a full-liquor license and exclusive menu items. 255 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach, 562.436.2337

Gum Tree

The cute Hermosa Beach home and gift boutique opens a new outpost. 324 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, gumtreela.com

Sea Level

Dine on California coastal cuisine with a side of marina views at the new Shade Hotel’s restaurant and lounge. 655 N. Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, 310.921.8950

The Queen Mary in Long Beach. Opposite, from left: Hermosa Beach Pier; Fishing With Dynamite in Manhattan Beach

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Among Long Beach’s most popular draws is the 1,020-foot-long Queen Mary, a historic, supposedly haunted ship-turned-hotel.

Long Beach

Palos Verdes Peninsula

Beyond Redondo Beach rises the Palos Verdes Peninsula, a rugged 26-square-mile area known for majestic bluffs that afford sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Catalina island. Head a few miles inland via Palos Verdes Drive North to the 87-acre South Coast Botanic Garden, a yearround attraction boasting 200,000 plants.

Or hug the coast on Palos Verdes Drive West to Rancho Palos Verdes’ Point Vicente Interpretive Center, a popular gray-whalewatching site. Just beyond the adjacent Point Vicente lighthouse is the Mediterraneanstyle Terranea Resort, which offers fine dining, a 50,000-square-foot oceanfront spa and a public nine-hole golf course.

Farther along is the Wayfarers Chapel, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s son Lloyd Wright. The impressive Swedenborgian “glass church” is a popular wedding venue.

The nearby 18-hole public course at Trump National Golf Club is top-ranked.

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San Pedro

The multicultural community of San Pedro, on the southeastern side of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, was once the largest commercial fishing port in the nation. Today it’s home to the bustling 7,500-acre Port of Los Angeles, which features passenger and cargo terminals, as well as a crafts marketplace and new brewery Brouwerij West. Catalina Express operates from Berth 95, offering daily boat service to Catalina’s quaint city of Avalon and rustic village of Two Harbors. More than a million travelers pass through the World Cruise Center (Berths 91-93) annually; adjacent to the complex is the battleship-turnedmuseum USS Iowa. The New England-style Ports O’ Call Village offers waterfront restaurants and shops, and beyond it is the marina, part of the Cabrillo Beach Recreational Complex. The complex also includes the Frank Gehry-designed Cabrillo Marine Aquarium and Cabrillo Beach—one of the county’s most popular windsurfing spots.

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The horseshoe-shaped pier in Redondo Beach

In the county’s southwest corner, Long Beach boasts a busy commercial port, an attraction-packed waterfront and more than 5 miles of beaches. A popular draw is the 1,020-foot-long Queen Mary, a historic, supposedly haunted ship-turned-hotel, dining and shopping attraction permanently moored in Long Beach Harbor.

The Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, the Pike Outlets, the Aquarium of the Pacific and Shoreline Village are nearby. From the village, you can follow the Shoreline pedestrian bike path 3.1 miles, past the Long Beach Museum of Art and into the Belmont Shore neighborhood. Here you’ll find shops and restaurants along 2nd Street, Bay Shore Beach, the Belmont Pier and windsurfing and kite-surfing lessons. Across a small channel is Naples, where you can take gondola rides through the canals and dine at restaurants such as Michael’s on Naples.

Downtown, along 4th Street between Junipero and Cherry avenues, vintagefurniture and clothing shops make up funky “Retro Row.” In the emergent East Village Arts District, hip galleries and boutiques are sprouting where Linden Avenue meets Broadway. Farther east, an impressive collection of modern and contemporary works decks the walls of the Museum of Latin American Art. For bold items, see listings in the where guide.

For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 93.

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PURPLE BY AMAAL SAID, 20, LONDON, ENGLAND

To “amplify” its powerful exhibition Identity: Timothy Greenfield-Sanders The List Portraits, the Annenberg Space for Photography presents #Girlgaze: a frame of mind, on view across the park at Skylight Studios through Feb. 26. The interactive exhibit, curated by Amanda de Cadenet’s Girlgaze collective, features more than 150 photographs by young female-identifying photographers, including Amaal Said’s Purple, pictured here.

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ANIMAL Bare-bones eatery, from the guys known to Food Network fans as the “Two Dudes,” is a carnivore’s dream. Dishes include delectable takes on offal (such as crispy pig ear) and a bacon-chocolate-crunch bar for dessert. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 435 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.782.9225 $$$ Map I13 AREAL Community restaurant serves locally grown, sustainable food paired with cocktails crafted from organic, fresh produce. The daily happy hour is a draw, as is the dog-friendly patio. L (Tu-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 2820 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.392.1661 $$ Map M9 BIRCH Cahuenga Corridor spot from chef Brendan Collins serves a seasonally driven menu in a whitewashed, clean-lined space. Weekday lunch offers pasta, sandwiches and salads by Andare by Cento. L (M-F), D (Tu-Su), Sunday roast noon-4 pm. 1634 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood, 323.960.3369 $$$ Map H13

Raise Your Glass Back in the day, if you wanted a glass of, say, 2000 Château Cheval Blanc, you had to— gulp—commit to the bottle. But thanks to a nifty system called Coravin (coravin.com), which lets users pour from the bottle without removing the cork, top L.A. restaurants are breaking out their finest vintages. Wally’s Beverly Hills (447 Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.475.3540) serves 100 wines by the glass, including a $250 glass of the aforementioned Bordeaux.

Cast & Plow (p. 63) in the Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey offers flights featuring rare estate wines. Redbird (right), Georgie at Montage Beverly Hills (225 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7970) and new Vinoteca, adjacent to Culina (p. 65) at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, also use the system. Sip, savor and save.

CLAIM JUMPER Saloon-style eatery features grill fare and its own label of craft beer. L (varies by location), D (nightly), Br (varies by location). 3500 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 818.260.0505; 820 W. Huntington Drive, Monrovia, 626.359.0463; 9429 Tampa Ave., Northridge, 818.718.2882; 25740 The Old Road, Valencia, 661.254.2628; 6501 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, 562.431.1321 $ Map T22, Q23, north of A1 (2), D4 CLIFTON’S This kitschy downtown cafeteria, which dates to the 1930s, recently reopened after a multimillion-dollar renovation. The multiple-story eatery offers old-school cuisine, with a roast-meat-carving station, and Jell-O for dessert, as well as a craft-beer bar and the new Pacific Seas Tiki bar. L, D (daily). 648 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.627.1673 $$ Map I16 CRAFT New York chef Tom Colicchio of TV’s Top Chef brings his signature concept to L.A. The restaurant delivers an endless, contemporary American à la carte menu, with fun, shareable dishes including roasted octopus and diver scallops with vermouth butter. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 10100 Constellation Blvd., L.A., 310.279.4180 $$$$ Map K11

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Map locators at the end of each listing (Map A3; Map H10, etc.) refer to maps in the back of this issue. Compendium includes editors’ recommendations and advertisers.

index American..............................62 Japanese................................66 Breweries/Gastropubs....63 Mediterranean....................66 British/Irish..........................63 Mexican/Latin....................66 California...............................63 Pan-Asian.............................. 67 Chinese..................................64 Seafood..................................68 Eclectic/Fusion...................64 Spanish..................................68 French.....................................64 Steak.......................................68 Italian......................................65 Thai..........................................69

dishes, American favorites and diverse cultural staples (e.g., brioche French toast and chicken schnitzel). Half of the space has now been transformed into the vegetablefocused concept P.Y.T. Ledlow: B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su).

P.Y.T.: D (Tu-Sa), Br (Sa-Su). 400 S. Main St., downtown, 213.687.7015 $$ Map I17 M.B. POST Chef David LeFevre serves small plates of seafood, fresh-baked breads, cured meats and more in the space of a former post office. L (F-Su), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 1142 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.5405 $$$ Map L13 ODYS + PENELOPE Churrasco and grill from Karen and Quinn Hatfield features a live-fire grill and woodfired smoker. Eclectic, flavorful cuisine is accompanied by a menu of craft beer, wine and handcrafted cocktails.

Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options also available. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 127 S. La Brea Ave., L.A., 323.939.1033 $$$ Map B2

GWEN Maude chef Curtis Stone and brother Luke’s new restaurant—named after their maternal grandmother— features meat-centric, five-course tasting menus served in an art deco dining room, plus a European-style butcher shop in the front that offers sandwiches. L (Tu-F), D (TuSa). 6600 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.946.7513 $$$ Map H14

PLAN CHECK KITCHEN + BAR Growing minichain offers contemporary takes on American classics, complemented with craft beers and premium whiskeys.

Try the acclaimed Plan Check Burger, topped with dashi cheese and ketchup leather. New Santa Monica location offers seafood dishes like a Nashville hot fish sandwich and lobster roll. L, D (daily); Br (Su). 1800 Sawtelle Blvd., L.A., 310.444.1411; 351 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.591.0094; 1111 Wilshire Blvd., downtown, 213.403.1616; 1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.857.1364 $$ Map K9, I12, H16, L8

INDEPENDENCE This bright, friendly tavern in downtown Santa Monica pays homage to the Los Angeles & Independence Railroad, which connected downtown L.A. with what is now the Santa Monica Pier back in 1875. The restaurant’s casual setting belies its refined new American cuisine. D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 205 Broadway, Santa Monica, 310.458.2500 $$$ Map L8

REDBIRD Chef Neal Fraser’s contemporary American cuisine is offered in the rectory of the former Cathedral of St. Vibiana. Rack of red wattle pork and chicken potpie are part of an intriguing menu. An updated Spanish baroque decor and retro-inspired cocktails complete the scene. L (F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 114 E. 2nd St., downtown, 213.788.1191 $$$ Map H17

INK. Top Chef winner Michael Voltaggio recently debuted a new menu at his first restaurant, offering an expanded dry-aged-beef program alongside inventive riffs on steakhouse sides, such as king crab with curry ghee, grilled naan and pickles. D (nightly). 8360 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.651.5866 $$$ Map I12

SADDLE PEAK LODGE Nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains, this elegant hunt-lodge-themed spot is a study in romantic rusticity, with moose heads overlooking candlelit tables. The menu focuses on game dishes such as grilled Blue Mountain wapiti elk tenderloin. D (nightly), Br (Su). 419 Cold Canyon Road, Calabasas, 818.222.3888 $$$$ Map northwest of A1

JOAN’S ON THIRD Celebrity-frequented café on busy West 3rd Street and a newer location in the Valley offer omelets, sandwiches, salads, soups and sweets, plus picnic baskets and gourmet items. B, L, D (daily). 8350 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.655.2285; 12059 Ventura Place, Studio City, 818.201.3900 $ Map I12, T18 LEDLOW/P.Y.T. At Ledlow, chef Josef Centeno, who rules downtown’s Old Bank District (Bäco Mercat, Bar Amá, Orsa & Winston), offers twists on classic bistro

THE STRAND HOUSE This beachside restaurant boasts awesome ocean and pier views and a breezy, stylish bar. Executive chef Greg Hozinsky’s menu includes such starters as foie gras and charcuterie, which might be followed by branzino with black-truffle risotto. Don’t miss pastry chef Stephanie Franz’s doughnuts! L (Tu-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su).

117 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.7470 $$$ Map L13

Bon Appétit named Baroo (p. 64) No. 5 on its list of America’s best new restaurants of 2016—and its kimchi fried rice the 2016 dish of the year.

COURTESYTHE RITZ-CARLTON, MARINA DEL REY

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Ye Olde King’s Head

World Famous British Pub, Restaurant, Shoppe & Bakery

Breweries/Gastropubs ABIGAILE A venture of Blackhouse Hospitality (Little Sister, Steak & Whisky, Día de Campo), this funky, graffitimuraled American brasserie with rooftop bar is lots of fun. Executive chef Tin Vuong presents escargot “poppers” washed down with house-brewed beer. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 1301 Manhattan Ave., Hermosa Beach, 310.798.8227 $$ Map L13 ASHLAND HILL Casual craft-beer and wine garden features a rotating selection of small-batch artisanal and “super-local” drafts and craft wines. Dine on creative bar bites in the cool taproom, or dig into the signature pork-belly tacos on the garden patio. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 2807 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.392.3300 $$ Map M9 FATHER’S OFFICE Microbrew mecca; one of L.A.’s best burgers. Santa Monica: L (Sa-Su), D (nightly).

Culver City: L (F-Su), D (nightly). 1018 Montana Ave., Santa Monica; 3229 Helms Ave., Culver City, 310.736.2224 $$ Map L8, L11

British Fare, imported beers and world famous Fish & Chips.

Heated patio. Call for soccer schedule. Stop by the gift shoppe for food and collectibles from the British Isles, including bone china, teapots, souvenir items, tea, candy, wine, freshly baked goods and much more.

Open daily for breakfast, lunch & dinner Weekdays 9 am | Weekends 8 am Happy Hour Afternoon Tea Karaoke Trivia Live Soccer

M-F 4-7 pm Mon-Sat 11:30 am-4 pm Su 9 pm Every Wed 8 pm Check Schedule

116 Santa Monica Blvd.

Santa Monica (310) 451-1402 www.yeoldekingshead.com

SIMMZY’S Popular pub with locations in Manhattan Beach, Long Beach, Burbank and just off the Venice pier serves up hearty burgers (try the classic Simmzy’s), sandwiches, salads and other fresh fare. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 3000 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 818.962.2500; 5271 E. 2nd St., Long Beach, 562.439.5590; 229 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.546.1201; 37 Washington Blvd., Venice, 424.835.6580 $ Map T20, O17, L13, N9

British/Irish TEA ROSE GARDEN This whimsical, English-garden tearoom, an Old Pasadena fixture for 20 years, serves traditional fare including scones, finger sandwiches and salads sprinkled with flower petals. A florist and boutique selling tea trays and loose-leaf teas are also onsite. B, L, Br (daily). 70 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, 626.578.1144 $$ Map Q20 YE OLDE KING’S HEAD Cozy pub/restaurant with traditional English fare, including acclaimed fish and chips. B, L, D (daily); high tea (M-Sa).

116 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.451.1402 $ Map L8

California Cuisine CAST & PLOW The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey’s restaurant offers a sophisticated dining room and a romantic terrace with fire pits and water views. Its commitment to locally sourced and organic ingredients is evident in enticing entrées such as sustainably farmed salmon and seasonal salads. Enjoy wine flights and creative cocktails, as well as a late-night menu. B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). RitzCarlton, Marina del Rey, 4375 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, 310.823.1700 $$$ Map O9 CAVATINA Esteemed East Coast chef Michael Schlow’s first L.A. restaurant serves simple, local, delicious cuisine inside the rock ‘n’ roll-steeped Sunset Marquis hotel. Don’t miss Schlow’s award-winning burger. B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). 1200 Alta Loma Road, West Hollywood, 310.358.3759 $$$ Map H12 CHAYA The original Chaya in Japan remains open after nearly 400 years. In L.A., the Japanese-Californian menus feature modern izakaya dishes in addition to fresh seafood from local waters and Kyushu, Japan. Check out the Venice location’s newly updated look and menu. Downtown: L (M-F), D (M-Sa). Venice: L (M-F), D (nightly). 525 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.236.9577; 110 Navy St., Venice, 310.396.1179 $$ Map H16, M8 COMMISSARY Poolside eatery from Roy Choi in a greenhouse-like setting. Emphasis on fruit- and vegetable-

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DINING themed dishes and drinks. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). The Line Hotel, Second-Floor Greenhouse, 3515 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 213.368.3030 $$ Map J14 FIG RESTAURANT Dine on a seasonal menu of bistro fare at this restaurant inside the Fairmont Miramar.

Sunday brunch features the virtuous, as well as the decadent, plus creative cocktails. B, L, D (daily); Br (SaSu). Fairmont Miramar Hotel, 101 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.319.3111 $$ Map L8 THE FRONT YARD This restaurant at the Garland hotel features fresh farm-to-table cuisine from chef Larry Greenwood. Start your meal with chive flatbread topped with chimichurri butter, then move on to entrées like Mary’s Chicken. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 4222 Vineland Ave., North Hollywood, 818.255.7290 $$ Map U19 GIRASOL Chef CJ Jacobson, a former Top Chef contestant, incorporates foraged ingredients into an inventive California menu (e.g., hamachi with white fir and wild sorrel). D (nightly), Br (Su). 11334 Moorpark St., Studio City, 818.924.2323 $$$ Map U19 HINOKI & THE BIRD Inside luxury residential tower the Century, taste Japanese and Southeast Asian flavors in such dishes as lobster rolls with green curry and Thai basil, and black cod scented with the smoke of the namesake hinoki wood. L (M-F), D (Tu-Sa). 10 W. Century Drive, Century City, 310.552.1200 $$$ Map J10 LEONA Top Chef and Knife Fight alum chef Nyesha Arrington serves upscale, seasonally driven “progressive California cuisine” (bulgogi-braised short rib, coctel mixto) a few blocks east of the Venice pier. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 123 W. Washington Blvd., Venice, 310.822.5379 $$$ Map N9 LOVE & SALT Dine on creative Cal-Italian fare (e.g., duck-egg pizza and whole roasted pig head) in this buzzy South Bay spot. Chef de cuisine/pastry chef Rebecca Merhej’s desserts are divine. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 317 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.5252 $$$ Map L13 MAUDE Celebrity chef Curtis Stone, an Aussie with a strong classical background, helms this intimate, 25-seat Beverly Hills restaurant named after his paternal grandmother. Every month a different seasonal ingredient is showcased and artfully presented in a nine-course menu. D (Tu-Sa). 212 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.859.3418 $$$$ Map J11 MILO & OLIVE The husband-and-wife team from Rustic Canyon is behind this casual pizzeria and bakery.

Zoe Nathan’s desserts and pastries shouldn’t be missed.

B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 2723 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.453.6776 $$ Map K9 PLANT FOOD AND WINE Restaurant from Matthew Kenney takes a raw, locally sourced and plant-based approach to dining. Pair your meal with a glass of wine from an extensive organic and biodynamic selection. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 1009 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.450.1009 $$$ Map N9 PUMP Enchanted-garden-themed restaurant and bar from restaurateur and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Lisa Vanderpump features a patio with 100-year-old olive trees and a menu created by Food Network Star finalist Penny Davidi. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8948 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.657.7867 $$ Map I12 RUSTIC CANYON Discover boutique wines while sampling small plates of market-driven, Mediterraneaninspired fare. Clam pozole is just one of the winners.

Hide in a cozy booth or mingle at the communal table. D (nightly). 1119 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.393.7050 $$$ Map L8 SPAGO An L.A. institution, Wolfgang Puck’s flagship restaurant features a modern dining room and a daily changing menu that may include dishes like veal

“Wiener schnitzel” and spicy tuna tartare. Glimpse some of the 30,000 wine bottles on offer in a glass-ensconced “wine wall.” L (Tu-Sa), D (nightly). 176 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.385.0880 $$$$ Map I11 TAR & ROSES Santa Monica Yacht Club chef Andrew Kirschner’s first restaurant focuses on small, rustic shareable plates cooked in his wood-burning oven, but with a week’s notice, he can also whip up large, lavish family-style suppers of Moroccan-spiced goat or standing rib rack. D (nightly). 602 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.587.0700 $$$ Map L8 THE TASTING KITCHEN Foodies come for the daily changing menu of innovative yet unpretentious cuisine from culinary-darling chef Casey Lane: small or large plates of cured meats, artisan cheeses, vegetables, seafood and pastas. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 1633 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.392.6644 $$$ Map M9 TAVERN Chef Suzanne Goin’s third L.A. restaurant explores rustic Cal-Med fare in chic environs, including a popular sunlit indoor patio. The frequently changing menu might include “devil’s chicken” with leeks and mustard breadcrumbs. B (M-F); L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 11648 San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood, 310.806.6464 $$$ Map J9 TERRINE Comfortable, elevated California brasserie fare (e.g., moules frites) from chef Kris Morningstar. The patio, which is dominated by a magnificent tree and dotted with sparkling lights, is as romantic as they come.

L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 8265 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.746.5130 $$$ Map I12 VIVIANE The Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills’ poolside restaurant features California takes on European and American dishes. 1950s-inspired seasonal cocktails complement the hotel’s midcentury-modern design.

B, L (M-F); D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). 9400 W. Olympic Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.407.7791 $$$ Map J11

Chinese BAO DIM SUM Premier dim-sum restaurant serves delicious, authentic dim sum in a relaxing, lantern-lit atmosphere. Favorites include juicy pork dumplings and shrimp shumai, followed by bao milk buns for dessert.

L, D (daily). 8256 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.655.6556 $$ Map I12 DIN TAI FUNG At this popular and critically acclaimed dumpling house, founded in Taiwan, foodies line up for soup dumplings with filling combinations such as pork and crab or truffle and pork. L, D (daily). 177 Caruso Ave., Glendale, 818.551.5561; 400 S. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, 626.446.8588 $$ Map U23, R23 MR CHOW The L.A. County editions of scene-y restaurants in New York and London offer Imperial Beijing cuisine. Beverly Hills: L (M-F), D (nightly).

Malibu: D (nightly). 344 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.278.9911; Malibu Country Mart, 3835 Cross Creek Road, 18A, Malibu, 310.456.7600 $$$ Map I11, K7 ROC At this Little Osaka dumpling house, popular menu items include a scallion pancake, three-cup chicken and made-from-scratch soup dumplings stuffed with pork and fresh crab. Additional locations are on West 3rd Street and in Playa Vista, with a Culver City outpost on the way. L, D (daily). 2049 Sawtelle Blvd., L.A., 310.235.2089 $$ Map K10 YANG CHOW Fine Mandarin and Szechuan cuisine and an elegant atmosphere have made this restaurant a Chinatown mainstay since 1977. Outposts recently opened in the Valley and Pasadena. L, D (daily). 819 N. Broadway, downtown, 213.625.0811; 6443 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Canoga Park, 818.347.2610; 3777 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, 626.432.6868 $$ Map G17, west of A1, Q22

Eclectic/Fusion BÄCO MERCAT Chef Josef Centeno draws international praise for his inspired creations. The bäco, a flatbread sandwich, filled with ingredients such as oxtail hash or chicken escabeche, is his signature dish here. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 408 S. Main St., downtown, 213.687.8808 $$ Map I16 BAROO Tucked in a homely Hollywood strip mall, this highly acclaimed restaurant from chef Kwang Uh, who was raised in Korea and staged at Noma in Copenhagen, is a celebration of experimentation and fermentation.

The concise, oft-changing menu includes bibim salads, rice bowls and handmade pastas. L, D (Tu-Sa). 5706 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 323.819.4344 $$ Map H14 CASSIA This bustling Southeast Asian-inspired brasserie finds chef Bryant Ng (Spice Table) serving dishes like Vietnamese pot au feu and, on the lunch menu, an updated version of Ng’s celebrated Spice Table burger. L (M-F), D (nightly). 1314 7th St., Santa Monica, 310.393.6699 $$$ Map L8 MAISON AKIRA Fine French cuisine with Japanese flair (such as a bento box with American wagyu beef, miso sea bass and chawan mushi) in Pasadena’s Playhouse District. Nine-course omakase available. L (F), D (TuSu), Br (Su). 713 E. Green St., Pasadena, 626.796.9501 $$$ Map Q20 ORSA & WINSTON Chef/owner Josef Centeno draws on Japanese and Italian traditions at his acclaimed third restaurant. Select a vegetable, fish or meat grain bowl for lunch; for dinner, enjoy a daily changing six-course tasting menu with nightly supplements and an optional wine pairing. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Sa). 122 W. 4th St., downtown, 213.687.0300 $$$$ Map I16 TROIS MEC The foodie trinity of Ludo Lefebvre (LudoBites), Vinny Dotolo and Jon Shook (Animal, Son of a Gun) is behind this hot restaurant in a 24-seat former pizzeria. Diners must purchase advance tickets via the restaurant’s website to enjoy Lefebvre’s prix-fixe, fivecourse meal. Newer French-bar-style spinoff, Petit Trois, is next door. D (M-F). 716 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, troismec.com $$$$ Map H13

French AVEC NOUS Contemporary French bistro where chef Olivier Quignon, previously at Bar Boulud in New York City, offers dishes inspired by the French Riviera. B, L, D (daily). Viceroy L’Ermitage Beverly Hills, 9291 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.860.8660 $$$ Map J12 BOUCHON The Bouchon bistros from chef Thomas Keller (the French Laundry, Per Se) have become popular for their authentic good looks and superbly executed cuisine. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 235 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.271.9910 $$$ Map J11 CAFÉ PINOT This glass box of a restaurant adjacent to Central Library offers romantic outdoor dining, sky­ line views—from the bottom up—and contemporary Cal-French cuisine from the Patina Group. L (M-F), D (nightly). 700 W. 5th St., downtown, 213.239.6500 $$$ Map H16 KENDALL’S BRASSERIE AND BAR Located at the Music Center, Kendall’s is a convenient spot for before or after a performance. In addition to dishes with a contemporary flair, all the brasserie favorites are here (e.g., moules frites). L (M-F), D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.7322 $$ Map H16 THE LITTLE DOOR For a candlelit dinner in an elegant setting, this is the reservation ne plus ultra.

Dine on rustic French-Mediterranean dishes under the stars or by a crackling fireplace. D (nightly), Br (Su). 8164 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.951.1210 $$$ Map I12

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FRESH START Michael McCarty’s influential farm-to-table restaurant, Michael’s, opened in 1979, is fresh from a makeover and back in the spotlight.

New to the kitchen is acclaimed chef Miles Thompson (Allumette, Nobu, Son of a Gun), whose menu includes such ingredient-driven dishes as this duck breast with huckleberryjuniper pickle, water spinach and delicata squash. Ask about California cult wines in the cellar collection.

D (M–Sa). 1147 3rd St., Santa Monica, 310.451.0843

LITTLE NEXT DOOR The Little Door’s charming, casual extension serves modern French brasserie fare and boasts an in-house patisserie featuring viennoiserie, macarons and pastries. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su).

8142 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.951.1010 $$ Map I12 MÉLISSE At Mélisse, among L.A.’s highest-rated restaurants, chef/owner Josiah Citrin executes a sophisticated, modern French menu filled with luxe ingredients. Start with lobster bolognese with truffles before superb game dishes. D (Tu-Sa). 1104 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.395.0881 $$$$ Map M8 PATINA The Walt Disney Concert Hall pairs classicalmusic offerings with fine dining, thanks to its fine inhouse restaurant. Game dishes are a frequent presence on the menu. D (Tu-Su). 141 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.3331 $$$$ Map H16 RÉPUBLIQUE In a landmark once occupied by Charlie Chaplin’s studio, fine-dining veteran Walter Manzke and pastry-chef wife Margarita turn out bistro classics (e.g., escargots, duck confit and steak frites) for a trendy clientele huddling at communal tables. Café B, L (daily); Br (Sa-Su). Bistro D (nightly). 624 S. La Brea Ave., L.A., 310.362.6115 $$$ Map I13

RACHEL JACOBSON

Italian ALIMENTO Zach Pollack, half of the talent behind acclaimed Sotto, is behind this tiny, hip space in Silver Lake, where a clever menu features addictive chickenliver crostone with quince mostarda, crudo and pastas.

The chef’s contrarian take on tortellini in brodo features dumplings filled with a hot broth that explodes in your mouth. D (Tu-Su). 1710 Silver Lake Blvd., Silver Lake, 323.928.2888 $$$ Map east of W23 BESTIA Multiregional Italian restaurant in the hip Arts District. The former executive chef at Angelini Osteria serves up such “beast”-focused dishes as roasted marrow bone with spinach gnocchetti, breadcrumbs and

aged balsamic, and a selection of house-cured meats.

D (nightly). 2121 E. 7th Place, downtown, 213.514.5724 $$$ Map east of J17 BOTTEGA LOUIE This palatial Italian restaurant, decked out in white marble, is a hip, noisy hall where young professionals convene over brick-oven-cooked pizzas and portobello fries. There’s a gourmet market and patisserie, too. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 700 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.802.1470 $$ Map I16 CECCONI’S This London-based restaurant caters to well-heeled clients who schmooze over bellinis and cicchetti (small plates). Pastas including a beautiful agnolotti del plin and seafood such as grilled octopus are wellexecuted. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 8764 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 310.432.2000 $$$ Map I12 CULINA The Four Seasons’ acclaimed Italian restaurant boasts coastal influences and a sleek crudo bar. Adjacent is new Vinoteca, an Italian-inspired wine and espressobar concept. B, L (M-Sa); D (nightly); Br (Su). Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 300 S. Doheny Drive, L.A., 310.860.4000 $$$ Map J12 DAN TANA’S New York–style restaurant, an L.A. classic for nearly 50 years. Red-sauced pastas, huge steaks.

Reservations required. D (nightly). 9071 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.275.9444 $$$ Map I11 DRAGO CENTRO Chef Celestino Drago’s well-executed Italian fare and extensive wine list are presented in a contemporary and handsome space.

L (M-F), D (nightly). 525 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.228.8998 $$$ Map H16 THE FACTORY KITCHEN Former Valentino chef Angelo Auriana turns his attention to a casual, industrialchic setting in the Arts District. Fresh-made pastas, beautiful cheeses and cured meats, complemented by an inventive cocktail program, contribute to a daily changing menu. L (M-F), D (nightly). 1300 Factory Place, downtown, 213.996.6000 $$$ Map J17

GUSTO Victor Casanova’s intimate neighborhood ristorante has a look and feel reminiscent of his native Bronx. Dishes such as polpette (pork meatballs) plated over chilled, whipped ricotta and fresh-made pastas deserve praise. D (nightly). 8432 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.782.1778 $$$ Map I13 IL FORNAIO Trattoria-style favorite. Beverly Hills: B, L, D (daily). Manhattan Beach: L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su).

Pasadena: L, D (daily); Br (Su). 301 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.550.8330; 1800 Rosecrans Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.725.9555; 24 W. Union St., Pasadena, 626.683.9797 $$ Map J11, L13, Q19 JON & VINNY’S Family-friendly diner from chefs/ owners Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo has it all—pastries, pizza, pasta (made in-house) and meat entrées. Takeout and delivery are also available. B, L, D (daily). 412 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.334.3369 $$ Map B2 LA VECCHIA CUCINA Rustic Northern Italian in a laid-back bistro. More than a dozen pastas for dinner, plus pizzas, osso buco alla Romana and other traditional favorites. L, D (daily). 2654 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.399.7979 $$ Map M8 MATTEO’S An old favorite of the Rat Pack endures.

Classic dishes include mussels in white wine and osso buco Milanese. D (Tu-Su). 2321 Westwood Blvd., L.A., 310.475.4521 $$ Map K10 OFFICINE BRERA From the team behind the Factory Kitchen around the corner, this stylish trattoria serves a daily changing, northern Italy-inspired menu in a rusticmeets-contemporary space. The rice dishes, spit-roasted meats and handmade pastas are superb. L (M-F), D (nightly). 1331 E. 6th St., downtown, 213.553.8006 $$$ Map J17 OSTERIA MOZZA Famed L.A.-based bread maker Nancy Silverton teamed up with affable Mario Batali on Mozza’s duo of contemporary Italian restaurants.

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which to experience the repertoire of these great transcontinental talents. D (nightly). 6602 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.0100 $$$ Map H13 PIZZERIA MOZZA/MOZZA2GO The more relaxed sibling of Nancy Silverton and Mario Batali’s Osteria Mozza, Pizzeria Mozza features pizzas with Mediterranean ingredients, cheeses and salumi plates and rustic daily specials. Call ahead for delivery or takeout from Mozza2Go. L, D (daily). Pizzeria Mozza: 641 N. Highland Ave., L.A., 323.297.0101. Mozza2Go: 6610 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.1130 $$ Map H13 SOTTO This restaurant specializes in regionally inspired Italian cooking, including beautifully executed rustic trattoria dishes; soft, chewy Neapolitan pizzas cooked in an 8-ton wood-burning oven; and intriguing housemade pastas. D (nightly). 9575 W. Pico Blvd., L.A., 310.277.0210 $$$ Map J11 TERRONI Southern Italian cooking including excellent thin-crust pizza. The downtown location inhabits a historic bank building. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su).

802 S. Spring St., downtown, 213.221.7234; 7605 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.954.0300 $$ Map I16, J13 VALENTINO For more than 30 years, Piero Selvaggio has maintained his flagship’s status as a pre-eminent temple of Italian gastronomy. A telephone-book-sized wine list—often cited as America’s best—is supported by a cellar containing more than 100,000 bottles. L (F), D (Tu-Sa). 3115 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.829.4313 $$$$ Map L9 VILLA BLANCA Stylish white dining room and Asianaccented Italian menu from reality star Lisa Vanderpump. L, D (daily). 9601 Brighton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.859.7600 $$$ Map J11

Japanese ASANEBO Hidden in a strip mall but Michelin-rated, this cozy sushi bar and restaurant offers memorable sushi and inventive fare like seared toro and uni tempura in shiso leaf. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Su). 11941 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818.760.3348 $$ Map A1 ISE-SHIMA Located in the Miyako Hybrid Hotel in Old Town Torrance, Ise-Shima provides fresh sushi and other exciting Japanese dishes, recalling the array of seafood and marine delicacies Japan’s Ise Shima region offers. The expansive restaurant consists of a sushi bar, lounge space, large communal table and terrace. B, L, D (daily). 21381 S. Western Ave., Torrance, 310.320.6700 $$ Map M14 KABUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT Fun, casual atmosphere and more than 200 items from which to choose, including extensive vegetarian and gluten-free options, plus a great happy hour. 13 locations in Southern California. L, D (daily). 201 N. San Fernando Blvd.,

Mediterranean menu from executive chef David Codney.

Menu favorites include Dover sole, taramasalata and beautiful desserts. The extravagant, seafood-centric Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne brunch is a don’t-miss.

B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). 9882 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.788.2306 $$$$ Map J11

KATANA Robata-style cuisine: open-flame-grilled meat, vegetables, seafood on skewers. Stylish rooms, patio. D (nightly). 8439 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.650.8585 $$$ Map H12

BOWERY BUNGALOW Restaurateur George Abou-Daoud honors his Middle Eastern heritage at this Silver Lake restaurant by applying exotic Silk Road flavors to all-American concepts like Southern baby-back ribs.

D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 4156 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 323.663.1500 $$ Map south of W23

KATSUYA Sushi chef Katsuya Uechi turns out exotic delicacies in sultry spaces by designer Philippe Starck.

L (varies by location), D (nightly). 11777 San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood, 310.207.8744; 6300 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.871.8777; 702 Americana Way, Glendale, 818.244.5900; L.A. Live, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.747.9797 $$$ Map K9, H14, northeast of T23, I15 MATSUHISA Superchef Nobu Matsuhisa’s more modest original flagship incorporates luxurious Western ingredients and Latin American spices. Monkfish liver pâté with caviar, and lamb chops with miso anticucho sauce are just a couple of his creations. L (M-F), D (nightly). 129 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.659.9639 $$$$ Map I12 N/NAKA Offerings are crafted in the kaiseki Japanese culinary tradition, with both classic and modern interpretations. The 13-course menus are prepared with produce from N/Naka’s organic garden; there is an extensive sake and wine list as well. Chef/owner Niki Nakayama was one of six chefs featured in the Netflix documentary series Chef’s Table. D (W-Sa). 3455 S. Overland Ave., L.A., 310.836.6252 $$$$ Map L11 NOBU The flagship of chef Nobu Matsuhisa offers an extensive menu of traditional and avant-garde sushi, including many dishes with beguiling Peruvian accents.

West Hollywood: D (nightly). Malibu: L, D (daily). 903 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.657.5711; Nobu Malibu, 22706 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.317.9140 $$$$ Map H12, east of A1 Q The omakase-only experience at this intimate sushi bar showcases the artistry and discipline of chef/owner Hiroyuki Naruke in items like monkfish as rich as foie gras. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Sa). 521 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.225.6285 $$$$ Map I16 ROBATA BAR Japanese grilling from the Sushi Roku, Katana and Boa team. Striking design by Dodd Mitchell. D (nightly). 1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.458.4771 $$$ Map L8 ROKU Sunset Strip hot spot from the team behind Sushi Roku presents elevated teppanyaki prepared at interactive grill tables, as well as sushi, omakase offerings and an extensive selection of Japanese whiskeys. L (M-F), D (nightly). 9201 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2060 $$$ Map H12 SUSHI ROKU Nouvelle Japanese, sleek decor and a creative menu. For foodies 10 and under, Sushi Roku Pasadena offers a fun “okosama” kids’ menu with four bento-box options. L, D (daily). 1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.458.4771; 33 Miller Alley, Pasadena, 626.683.3000 $$$ Map L8, Q19

Mediterranean A.O.C. Mediterranean-inspired pioneer of two L.A. culinary trends: the small-plates format and the wine bar. Chef/owner Suzanne Goin offers addictive bacon-wrapped, Parmesan-stuffed dates and an excellent selection of cheeses and cured meats from a charcuterie bar. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su).

8700 W. 3rd St., L.A., 310.859.9859 $$ Map I12 THE BELVEDERE The Peninsula Beverly Hills’ elegant restaurant has a modernized interior, a new terrace and a

CROSSROADS KITCHEN Chef/partner Tal Ronnen creates exclusively plant-based dishes, many based on non-vegan comfort classics. Try the “crab cake,” the attractive artichoke “oysters” topped with crispy oyster mushrooms or, for brunch, the “chicken” and waffles.

The wine list features organic and biodynamic labels.

D, Br (daily). 8284 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.782.9245 $$$ Map H12 ESTÉREL The redesigned restaurant at the Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills features lovely indoor and outdoor seating areas and farm-to-fork Mediterranean fare. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 8555 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 310.358.3979 $$$ Map I12 FIG & OLIVE New York-based restaurant’s cuisine is an ode to olive oil. Don’t miss the paella del mar and the Provence roasted chicken. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (SaSu). 8490 Melrose Place, L.A., 310.360.9100 $$$ Map I12 GJELINA Under the direction of talented young chef Travis Lett, Cal-Med small plates and pizzas are served to chic Westsiders. It’s one of Venice’s most popular restaurants and the neighborhood’s most lively patio.

B (M-F); L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 1429 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.450.1429 $$ Map N9 LUCQUES Chef/owner Suzanne Goin delivers the next generation of Cal-Med cuisine, which includes dishes such as grilled club steak for two with potatoes parisienne. Nowhere do vegetables taste as good! L (TuSa), D (nightly). 8474 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.655.6277 $$$ Map I13 MAMA SHELTER Mediterranean menus at this hip hotel’s dining venues are helmed by chef Gerard Sampson, formerly of Laurel Hardware. The rooftop menu features such shareable plates as falafel and shawarma platters. Restaurant B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). Rooftop D (nightly). 6500 Selma Ave., Hollywood, 323.785.6600 $$$ Map H14 PETROS Fine contemporary-Greek fare in a cool white dining room or on the covered patio. Dress code for indoor diners. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 451 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.4100 $$$ Map L13

Mexican/Latin BROKEN SPANISH The upscale sister of B.S. Taqueria, this “modern Mexican” restaurant near L.A. Live serves classically trained chef Ray Garcia’s innovative twists on traditional dishes. D (nightly). 1050 S. Flower St., Suite 102, downtown, 213.749.1460 $$$ Map I15 B.S. TAQUERIA The colorful setting at this Ray Garcia-helmed spot—a casual sibling of Broken Spanish, above—offers the right vibe for lemon-pepper chicken chicharrones or clam-and-lardo tacos. A B.S. Taqueria concession stand serving tacos and churros recently debuted at Staples Center. L (M-F), D (nightly).

514 W. 7th St., L.A., 213.622.3744 $$ Map H15 DÍA DE CAMPO Part of Blackhouse Hospitality (Little Sister, Abigaile, Steak & Whisky), this restaurant offers innovative Mexican dishes like chocolate-duck quesadil-

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RED O Rick Bayless, one of America’s leading authorities on Mexican cuisine, is consulting chef at these sexy eateries, where creative dishes are grounded in tradition. WeHo: D (nightly). Santa Monica: L (Sa-Su), D (nightly). 8155 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.655.5009; 1541 Ocean Ave., Suite 120, Santa Monica, 310.458.1600 $$$ Map I12, L8

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TORTILLA REPUBLIC This casual-chic WeHo restaurant serves up modern Mexican cuisine made with unusual ingredients and rich in flavor. Sidle up to the white onyx bar or enjoy alfresco dining on the large patio. L (Tu-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 616 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.657.9888 $$ Map I12

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CRUSTACEAN A glass-covered koi-filled stream meanders under the bar at this Cal-Vietnamese eatery, and diners indulge in items from a “secret kitchen” in which only the owners’ family members and select longtime staff members are allowed. The garlic noodles are a signature.

L (M-F), D (nightly). 9646 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.205.8990 $$$ Map I11

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THE DISTRICT BY HANNAH AN One of the celebrated An sisters—her family introduced Crustacean, above—celebrates her Vietnamese heritage with a cuisine that reflects authenticity while incorporating California sensibilities. Dishes like lobster with handmade noodles and Vietnamese chicken curry are enjoyed with cocktails infused with Southeast Asian flavors. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8722 W. 3rd St., L.A., 310.278.2345 $$$ Map I12

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MEXICANO Indoor-outdoor restaurant in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw shopping center is run by James Beard Award-nominated chefs Jaime Martin Del Campo and Ramiro Arvizu. Try the poblano mole, a house specialty.

L, D (Tu-Su). 3650 W. Martin Luther King Blvd., L.A., 323.296.0798 $$$ Map northeast of M12 PETTY CASH TAQUERIA Chef Walter Manzke’s “semi-authentic taqueria” serves Mexican street food (e.g., tacos, ceviche) featuring local, seasonal ingredients and refined technique. L (W-Su), D (nightly).

7360 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.933.5300 $$ Map I13

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GRACIAS MADRE Organic, plant-based Mexican fare is served at this beautiful restaurant (the patio’s ambiance can’t be beat) from the team behind Café Gratitude.

Inventive dishes like coconut ceviche tostadas and flautas de papas filled with sweet potatoes and cashew nacho cheese please vegans and omnivores alike. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.978.2170 $$ Map I12

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LITTLE SISTER At these trendy spots from young chef Tin Vuong, sophisticated accents are added to panAsian cuisine, as evidenced in signatures like deep-fried Balinese meatballs with banana ketchup, Myanmar okra curry and salt-and-pepper lobster. M.B.: L (F-Su), D (nightly). Downtown: B, L, D (daily). 1131 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.2096; 523 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.628.3146 $$ Map L13, I16 LUKSHON Sang Yoon of Father’s Office is behind this Southeast Asian eatery with a selection of craft beers and a Far East-inspired cocktail program. The crispy whole market fish is not to be missed. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Sa). 3239 Helms Ave., Culver City, 310.202.6808 $$$ Map K12 SIMBAL This tricky-to-find Little Tokyo spot, from chef Shawn Pham (the French Laundry, Craft, the Bazaar

by José Andrés), offers a cuisine that combines the best

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THE LOBSTER Enjoy a view of the Pacific while indulging in superlative seafood from this Santa Monica Pieradjacent restaurant with a newly remodeled interior. The outdoor patio is most coveted for sampling the eponymous crustacean in various iterations. L, D (daily). 1602 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.458.9294 $$$ Map L8

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of Ho Chi Minh City’s food stalls with sophisticated technique and Pham’s playful attitude. Don’t miss the bar’s creative cocktails. D (Tu-Sa). 3319 E. 2nd St., Suite 202, downtown, 213.626.0244 $$$ Map H17 WP24 From its 24th-floor roost, WP24 proves that Wolfgang Puck, who pioneered Asian fusion, has still got the goods. Highlights include XO seafood dumplings and steamed bao filled with pork belly. Restaurant/ lounge concept Nest at WP24 is adjacent. Dining room D (Tu-Sa). Nest D (nightly). Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles, 900 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.743.8824 $$$$ Map I15

Seafood BLUE PLATE OYSTERETTE Putting a “California twist on East Hampton summer lobster bakes,” this casual-yet-stylish restaurant has locations by the pier in Santa Monica and inland on West 3rd Street. 3rd Street: D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). Santa Monica: B, L, D (daily). 8048 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.656.5474; 355 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.576.3474 $$$ Map I12, L8 CAFE DEL REY Ogle impressive pleasure boats in the marina at this waterfront restaurant with plentiful fresh catch, a raw bar and prime cuts of steak. Stop in for its great nightly happy hour, too. L (M–F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 4451 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, 310.823.6395 $$$ Map N9 DUKE’S MALIBU Named after the father of international surfing, Duke Kahanamoku, this oceanfront restaurant captures the spirit of aloha.

Not to be outshone by the spectacular views is the cuisine, which features a daily selection of fresh fish and tropical cocktails. L (M-Sa), D (nightly), Br (Su).

21150 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.317.0777 $$ Map west of K7 ENTERPRISE FISH CO. Established in 1979, this restaurant is a local favorite when it comes to seafood.

Wild-caught fish, fresh seafood and steaks are cooked over a mesquite charcoal grill in an exhibition kitchen set in the middle of the dining room. L, D (daily). 174 Kinney St., Santa Monica, 310.392.8366 $$$ Map M9 FISHING WITH DYNAMITE David LeFevre loads his menu with East Coast inspirations, as well as some innovative dishes. Among the old-school small plates in this tiny, charming restaurant are New England-style clam chowder with Nueske’s bacon and Maryland blue-crab cakes with house-made pickles and remoulade. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 1148 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.893.6299 $$$ Map L13 THE HUNGRY CAT East Coast fare in hip little spots.

Dine on dishes such as crab cakes or chilled crab legs and you-peel or they-peel shrimp by the halfpound. Hollywood: L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su).

MARÉ Chef Eric Greenspan’s charming patio-only, seafood-focused restaurant on Melrose (accessed through the kitchen of Greenspan’s Grilled Cheese) recently extended its concept to the coast. Mix-and-match your shellfish and broth (try the shrimp with vadouvan curry and green apple); dessert might be blood-orange trifolo or a chocolate chili crepe adorned with Nutella and coffee whipped cream. Melrose: D (nightly). Santa Monica: L, Br (Sa-Su); D (nightly). 7465 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.592.3326; 502 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.917.6671 $$$ Map I13, L8 PROVIDENCE Chef/owner Michael Cimarusti (who’s also behind Connie and Ted’s and new fish shop Cape Seafood and Provisions) transforms sustainable seafood from the world’s most pristine waters into oft-changing dishes. Outstanding cocktails complement Michelinrecognized cuisine. L (F), D (nightly). 5955 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.460.4170 $$$$ Map I14 SANTA MONICA YACHT CLUB Nautically stylish, seafood-centric restaurant from chef/owner Andrew Kirschner (Tar & Roses) offers a globally inspired menu, raw bar and market-driven craft-cocktail program.

D (Tu-Su). 620 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.587.3330 $$$ Map L8 SON OF A GUN Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo, the meat-loving chefs at Animal, turn to the sea for new inspiration. They cook up small shareable plates, such as miniature lobster rolls and shrimp-toast sandwiches, in a nautically themed space. L, D (daily). 8370 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.782.9033 $$$ Map I12

Spanish BAR PINTXO Spanish tapas bar around the corner from the Santa Monica Pier offers authentic tortilla española, paella, croquetas de jamón and Spanish wines.

L, D (daily). 109 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.458.2012 $$ Map M8 THE BAZAAR BY JOSÉ ANDRÉS Star chef José Andrés brings a whimsical set of Spanish-style dining experiences to the eminently stylish SLS Hotel.

Cuisine ranges from rustic fare to the cutting-edge culinary creations that have made Spain a culinary leader.

Tasting room Saam offers an unforgettable 20-pluscourse prix-fixe menu. Dining room D (nightly). Saam D (Th-Sa). 465 S. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.246.5555 $$$ Map H16 SMOKE.OIL.SALT Authentic, traditional, shareable Spanish cuisine (albondigas al horno, charcuteria de iberico) served in a lively location on Melrose. More than 130 bottles of wines, sparkling cavas and sherries, plus 30 wines by the glass. D (nightly). 7274 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.930.7900 $$ Map I13

Steak ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE This ultraluxurious interpretation of the classic American steakhouse incorporates Asian influences. Certified Angus beef and one of L.A.’s widest selections of domestic and imported wagyu star on the menu. New Bull & Barrel bar concept offers the menu plus an expanded, whiskeyforward cocktail menu and social-hour food menu with specialty items. D (nightly). 111 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 626.486.1111 $$$ Map Q20

THE ARTHUR J This swanky Manhattan Beach steakhouse, helmed by chef David LeFevre (M.B. Post, Fishing With Dynamite), offers a classic menu that will delight any carnivore, but the seafood dishes and sides-with-a-twist are excellent as well. Sit in the midcentury-inspired, spacious dining room or at the bar.

D (nightly). 903 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.878.9620 $$$$ Map C2 BALTAIRE Helmed by executive chef Travis Strickland, this sophisticated Brentwood restaurant offers prime steaks, wines by the glass, old-school charm and sun-orstars dining on its 2,500-square-foot terrace. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 11647 San Vicente Blvd., L.A., 424.273.1660 $$$$ Map J12 BOA Way hip, way fine steakhouse. Steak rubs and dips; out-there cocktails. L (M-F), D (nightly). 101 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.899.4466; 9200 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2050 $$$ Map M8, H12 CUT A collaboration between Getty Center architect Richard Meier and celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck, Cut is the place to savor genuine wagyu beef steaks or dryaged Nebraska beef. Puck’s menu is short on nostalgia but long on flavor. D (M-Sa). Beverly Wilshire Hotel, 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.276.8500 $$$ Map J11 THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY The Grill is a venerable industry hangout, where polished waiters deliver steaks, Cobb salads and other old-school fare to Hollywood heavyweights in a dining room with classic good looks. Beverly Hills: L (M-Sa), D (nightly). Hollywood, Westlake Village: L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 9560 Dayton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.276.0615; The Grill on Hollywood, Hollywood & Highland, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.856.5530; 120 E. Promenade Way, Westlake Village, 805.418.1760 $$$ Map I11, H13, west of A1 MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB At this on-the-waterfront eatery—the views are pure Malibu—starters like ahi tartare, lobster cocktail and caviar are followed by fresh fish, whole Maine lobster and expertly prepared steaks.

D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 18412 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.454.4357 $$$$ Map west of K7 MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE Swanky “steakhouse with personality.” Bone-in filet reigns; warm butter cake melts in your mouth. Penthouse at Mastro’s is an upstairs lounge. D (nightly). 246 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.888.8782 $$$ Map J11 MORTON’S Clubby ambiance, show-and-tell menu, huge portions. Beverly Hills, Woodland Hills: D (nightly). Downtown, Burbank: L (M-F), D (nightly). 435 S. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.246.1501; 6250 Canoga Ave., Woodland Hills, 818.703.7272; 735 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.553.4566; The Pinnacle, 3400 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 818.238.0424 $$$ Map I11, west of A1, I16, T20 MUSSO & FRANK GRILL Hollywood’s oldest restaurant (1919). Enjoy flannel cakes, lobster Thermidor and Welsh rarebit with the martini; legend has it that this place invented the drink. B, L, D (Tu-Sa). 6667 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.7788 $$ Map H13 NICK + STEF’S A modern interpretation of the classic American steakhouse, Bunker Hill institution Nick + Stef’s is a midcentury-modern vision whose menu includes showstopping meat dishes, as well as an expanded seafood menu. USDA Prime beef is aged on-site in a glass-encased aging chamber. L (M-F), D (nightly). Wells Fargo Building, 330 S. Hope St., downtown, 213.680.0330 $$$ Map H16 PISTOLA The sister restaurant to Victor Casanova’s Gusto gives classic Italian steakhouse fare a modern twist. Enjoy classic dishes such as shrimp scampi, dryaged Delmonico steak and bone-in veal chop in an ele-

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8022 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.951.9800 $$$ Map I13 STEAK & WHISKY Rustic meets modern at this South Bay spot from chef/partner Tin Vuong and partner Jed Sanford of Blackhouse Hospitality Management. A blend of cultural influences updates American classics like traditional porterhouse and dry-aged beef.

D (nightly). 117 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, 310.318.5555 $$$$ Map L13 THE STINKING ROSE True to its motto, “We season our garlic with food,” this Restaurant Row mainstay offers eclectic, garlicky menu options and premium steaks. Pianist Gary Sherer performs Th-Sa evenings in the Gar Bar. L, D (daily). 55 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.652.7673 $$ Map I12 STK The One Group’s renowned steakhouse has a sleek new L.A. home. Expect signature savory steaks, shellfish platters and jalapeño-cheddar grits, as well as new dishes such as seared foie gras with spiced rum, and crispy lobster tails. D (nightly).

W Los Angeles—West Beverly Hills, 930 Hilgard Ave., L.A., 310.659.3535 $$$ Map J10

Thai JITLADA THAI The wait for a table is long at this top-rated restaurant in East Hollywood’s Thai Town, but the southern Thai specialties, such as moo mae chan (grilled pork southern-style with papaya salad and sticky rice), are authentic and exceptional.

L, D (Tu-Su). 5233 1/2 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.667.9809 $$ Map W22 NATALEE THAI Traditional Thai dishes are served amid edgy, modern decor. Among entrées are Nutty Chicken (a spicy combo of chicken, onion and dried chilies) and a sole filet in red curry sauce. Veggie lovers favor the spicy maha jumlong curry. L, D (daily).

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NIGHT + MARKET For authentic Thai food, head to either the WeHo or Silver Lake location (the latter is Night + Market Song) of this hip spot from L.A.born chef Kris Yenbamroong. A third location, Night + Market Sahm, is due open at 2533 Lincoln Blvd. in Venice any day now. WeHo: L (Tu-Th), D (Tu-Su).

Silver Lake: L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 9043 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.275.9724; 3322 W. Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.665.5899 $$ Map I12, south of W23 PALMS THAI This spot near the Pantages theater is known more for its entertainment than its cooking, but both are worth the trip. Kavee Thongpreecha, “the Thai Elvis,” does campy interpretations of the King’s repertory. Unusual menu items include frog legs with chili and basil. L, D (daily). 5900 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.462.5073 $ Map H14 POK POK LA The menu at this 200-seat Mandarin Plaza restaurant from award-winning chef Andy Ricker is divided into five categories that include drinking food, grilled things and sweet things. Standout items include Ike’s Vietnamese Fish Sauce Wings, sticky with umami. Ricker also works wonders with duck, ribs and vegetables. L, D (daily). 978 N. Broadway, downtown, 213.613.1831 $$ Map G17

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ESTÉREL RESTAURANT Located in the Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, the recently redesigned Estérel Restaurant boasts a range of dining settings in which to enjoy executive chef Victor Boroda’s seasonally driven, Mediterraneaninspired cuisine. Guests can sip an aperitif in the French garden patio, Le Jardin, or host a private cocktail party in the Aviary. Two private dining rooms are available, as well; one serves as a chef’s table, where chef Boroda blends French and California cuisines in custom tasting menus.

In the open-plan main dining room, high-backed booths and deep blue walls create a sophisticated atmosphere, and an exhibition kitchen with a wood-burning oven provides a show. Additionally, guests can enjoy cocktails created by Frederic Zemmour, Riviera 31 Lounge Bar’s manager and resident mixologist. B,L,D (daily); Br (Su).

Plates Linguine alle vongole Albacore tuna Pan seared steelhead salmon Grass fed filet mignon Le jardin burger Braised lamb shank Poulet rôti

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LADINING IL FORNAIO Il Fornaio’s award-winning authentic Italian cuisine is a favorite in Los Angeles. Specialties include housemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto and rotisserie meats. Fresh pastas are made daily. Each month a special menu from a different region of Italy is featured. With an event coordinator on-site to handle all of your needs, Il Fornaio is the perfect location for special events and business functions.

Repeat recipient of The Wine Spectator’s “Award of Excellence.”

301 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills • 310.550.8330 1800 Rosecrans Ave., Manhattan Beach • 310.725.9555 24 West Union St., Pasadena • 626.683.9797 6320 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills • 818.297.1700 ilfornaio.com

MATTEO’S RESTAURANT Frequented in its early days by celebs including Frank Sinatra and the rest of the Rat Pack, Matteo’s Restaurant has redefined its look and cuisine while maintaining its status as the epitome of classic cool. Now in its 50th year, Matteo’s continues to offer unique seasonal fare in a homey and hip setting. Executive chef Antonio Orlando’s menu features sumptuous, cosmopolitan Italian fare like veal tartufato, lamb and weekly game specials. Happy hour specials Tuesday through Friday and on Sunday include half-off drinks and a $7-and-under bar menu.

Gluten-free and vegetarian options also available. For lunch, visit adjacent cafe Hoboken, open weekdays. D (Tu-Su).

2321 Westwood Blvd., L.A. 310.475.4521 • matteosla.com

O+O SICILIAN KITCHEN & BAR Chef Georgi Yaneff’s new O+O Sicilian Kitchen & Bar brings the flavors of Sicily to the corner of Ocean Avenue and Olympic Drive in Santa Monica, blocks from the beach. Inside, the dark wood, modern bar and paintings by artist Vincenzo Magno create a casual, contemporary-meets-Old World Italian atmosphere, and outside a fire pit warms a cozy, partially covered patio strung with market lights. O+O offers fresh salads and fish, as well as Sicilian street foods and traditional dishes. Enjoy meatballs, ravioli alla norma, eggplant parmesan, arancini classico and, for dessert, cannoli and cheesecake, all executed with California flair by Sicilian chef de cuisine Gianluca Maita. L, D (daily).

1705 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 424.272.8700 • oosantamonica.com

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RESTAURANTS City Index Our superguide by area, with cross reference to listings by cuisine.

BEVERLY HILLS

CULVER CITY

PLAN CHECK (American)................................. 62

AVEC NOUS (French)..........................................64

FATHER’S OFFICE (Brew/Pub).....................63

RÉPUBLIQUE (French)....................................... 65

ABIGAILE (Brew/Pub)................................................. 63

THE BAZAAR (Spanish).................................... 68

LUKSHON (Pan-Asian)........................................... 67

THE ARTHUR J (Steak)........................................... 68

THE BELVEDERE (Mediterranean)............... 66

MEXICANO (Mexican)............................................ 67

LA CIENEGA BOULEVARD RESTAURANT ROW

BOUCHON (French)..............................................64

NATALEE THAI (Thai).........................................69

FIG & OLIVE (Mediterranean)........................... 66

CRUSTACEAN (Pan-Asian)............................... 67

DOWNTOWN

MATSUHISA (Japanese)..................................... 66

CULINA (Italian)..................................................... 65

BÄCO MERCAT (Eclectic).................................. 64

MORTON’S (Steak).............................................. 68

BESTIA (Italian)..........................................................65

NOBU (Japanese)..................................................... 66

BOTTEGA LOUIE (Italian).............................. 65

THE STINKING ROSE (Steak)...................... 69

CUT (Steak)....................................................................68 IL FORNAIO (Italian).......................................... 65 THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY (Steak)....... 68 MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE (Steak).......... 68 MAUDE (California)...............................................64 MORTON’S (Steak).............................................. 68 MR CHOW (Chinese)............................................64 NATALEE THAI (Thai)...................................... 69 SPAGO (California).................................................64 VILLA BLANCA (Italian).................................. 66 VIVIANE (California).............................................64

BEVERLY BOULEVARD

BROKEN SPANISH (Mexican).........................66

MALIBU

B.S. TAQUERIA (Mexican).................................66

DUKE’S (Seafood)................................................... 68

CAFÉ PINOT (French).......................................... 64

MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB (Steak)........... 68

CHAYA (California)................................................. 63

MR CHOW (Chinese)............................................64

CLIFTON’S (American).......................................... 62

NOBU MALIBU (Japanese)............................... 66

COMMISSARY (California)..................................63

MARINA DEL REY

DRAGO CENTRO (Italian).................................65

CAFE DEL REY (Seafood)................................ 68

SOUTH BAY/LONG BEACH

CLAIM JUMPER (American)............................ 62 DÍA DE CAMPO (Mexican)....................................66 FISHING WITH DYNAMITE (Seafood).... 68 IL FORNAIO (Italian).......................................... 65 ISE-SHIMA (Japanese)......................................... 66 LITTLE SISTER (Pan-Asian)............................. 67 LOVE & SALT (California)..................................64 M.B. POST (American)......................................... 62 PETROS (Mediterranean)............................................66 SIMMZY’S (Brew/Pub)......................................... 63 STEAK & WHISKY (Steak)................................... 69 THE STRAND HOUSE (American).............. 62

VALLEY

FACTORY KITCHEN (Italian)..........................65

CAST & PLOW (California)............................... 63

KATSUYA (Japanese)..............................................66

PASADENA

ASANEBO (Japanese).......................................... 66

KENDALL’S BRASSERIE (French)............. 64

ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE (Steak)... 68

CLAIM JUMPER (American)............................ 62

LEDLOW/P.Y.T. (American)............................... 62

DIN TAI FUNG (Chinese)...................................64

THE FRONT YARD (California).....................64

IL FORNAIO (Italian).......................................... 65

GIRASOL (California)...........................................64

3RD STREET

LITTLE SISTER (Pan-Asian)............................. 67

MELROSE AVENUE

MORTON’S (Steak).................................................68

KABUKI (Japanese).......................................................66

THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY (Steak)....... 68

A.O.C. (Mediterranean).......................................... 66

NICK + STEF’S (Steak)............................................ 68

KATSUYA (Japanese)........................................... 66

JOAN’S ON THIRD (American).................... 62

BAO DIM SUM (Chinese)...................................64

OFFICINE BRERA (Italian)............................ 65

MAISON AKIRA (Eclectic)...............................64

KABUKI (Japanese).......................................................66

BLUE PLATE OYSTERETTE (Seafood).. 68

ORSA & WINSTON (Eclectic)........................64

SUSHI ROKU (Japanese).................................... 66

MORTON’S (Steak).............................................. 68 SADDLE PEAK LODGE (American).......... 62

CROSSROADS KITCHEN (Mediterranean).6 6

PATINA (French)........................................................65

TEA ROSE GARDEN (British)...................... 63

THE DISTRICT (Pan-Asian)................................. 67

PLAN CHECK (American).................................... 62

YANG CHOW (Chinese)....................................... 64

SIMMZY’S (Brew/Pub)......................................... 63

ESTÉREL (Mediterranean)................................... 66

POK POK LA (Thai)............................................ 69

SANTA MONICA

YANG CHOW (Chinese)....................................... 64

GRACIAS MADRE (Mexican)......................... 67

Q (Japanese)....................................................................66

AREAL (American).................................................... 62

GUSTO (Italian)....................................................... 65

REDBIRD (American).............................................. 62

ASHLAND HILL (Brew/Pub)..............................63

INK. (American)........................................................ 62

SIMBAL (Pan-Asian).............................................. 67

BAR PINXTO (Spanish)...................................... 68

JOAN’S ON THIRD (American).................... 62 THE LITTLE DOOR (French)..........................64 LITTLE NEXT DOOR (French)...................... 65 LUCQUES (Mediterranean)................................. 66 MARÉ (Seafood)....................................................... 68 OSTERIA MOZZA (Italian)............................. 65 PETTY CASH TAQUERIA (Mexican)........ 67 PISTOLA (Steak).................................................... 68 PIZZERIA MOZZA (Italian)............................ 66 PROVIDENCE (Seafood)................................... 68 RED O (Mexican)..................................................... 67 SMOKE.OIL.SALT (Spanish).......................... 68

TERRONI (Italian).....................................................66

BLUE PLATE OYSTERETTE (Seafood).. 68

WP24 (Pan-Asian)......................................................68

BOA (Steak)............................................................... 68

YANG CHOW (Chinese)....................................... 64

CASSIA (Eclectic)...................................................64

HOLLYWOOD/EASTSIDE

ENTERPRISE FISH CO. (Seafood)............. 68

ALIMENTO (Italian).................................................65

FATHER’S OFFICE (Brew/Pub).................... 63

BAROO (Eclectic)...................................................... 64

FIG RESTAURANT (California).....................64

BIRCH (American)...................................................... 62

THE HUNGRY CAT (Seafood)........................ 68

BOWERY BUNGALOW (Mediterranean)...66

INDEPENDENCE (American)......................... 62

THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY (Steak)....... 68

LA VECCHIA CUCINA (Italian)................... 65

GWEN (American)...................................................... 62

THE LOBSTER (Seafood).....................................68

THE HUNGRY CAT (Seafood)..........................68

MARÉ (Seafood)....................................................... 68

JITLADA THAI (Thai)...........................................69

MÉLISSE (French).................................................. 65

KABUKI (Japanese).......................................................66

MICHAELS (California)........................................ 65

SON OF A GUN (Seafood)............................... 68

KATSUYA (Japanese)..............................................66

MILO & OLIVE (California)...............................64

TERRINE (California)............................................64

MAMA SHELTER (Mediterranean)...................66

PLAN CHECK (American)................................. 62

VENICE CHAYA (California)................................................. 63 GJELINA (Mediterranean)................................... 66 LEONA (California).................................................64 PLANT FOOD AND WINE (California)...64 SIMMZY’S (Brew/Pub)......................................... 63 THE TASTING KITCHEN (California)........64

WEST HOLLYWOOD BOA (Steak)............................................................... 68 CAVATINA (California)........................................ 63 CECCONI’S (Italian)............................................ 65 DAN TANA’S (Italian)............................................65 KATANA (Japanese).............................................. 66 NIGHT + MARKET (Thai)................................ 69 PUMP (California).....................................................64 ROKU (Japanese)..................................................... 66 TORTILLA REPUBLIC (Mexican)............... 67

WESTSIDE

TERRONI (Italian).................................................. 66

MUSSO & FRANK GRILL (Steak).............. 68

RED O (Mexican)..................................................... 67

BRENTWOOD

NIGHT + MARKET SONG (Thai).................69

ROBATA BAR (Japanese).................................. 66

KABUKI (Japanese).......................................................66

BALTAIRE (Steak)........................................................ 68

PALMS THAI (Thai)................................................69

RUSTIC CANYON (California)........................64

MATTEO’S (Italian)............................................... 65

KATSUYA (Japanese)........................................... 66

TROIS MEC (Eclectic)............................................ 64

SANTA MONICA YACHT CLUB (Seafood).68

N/NAKA (Japanese).................................................66

TAVERN (California)..............................................64

LA BREA/MID-CITY

SUSHI ROKU (Japanese).................................... 66

PLAN CHECK (American)................................. 62

CENTURY CITY

ANIMAL (American).............................................. 62

TAR & ROSES (California).................................64

ROC (Chinese).............................................................. 64

CRAFT (American).................................................. 62

JON & VINNY’S (Italian).................................. 65

VALENTINO (Italian)........................................... 66

SOTTO (Italian)....................................................... 66

HINOKI & THE BIRD (California).................64

ODYS + PENELOPE (American)................... 62

YE OLDE KING’S HEAD (British).............. 63

STK (Steak)......................................................................... 69

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Special Events Unique L.A. Holiday Market Dec. 3-4 Huge indie design show features handcrafted wares (jewelry, furniture and more) by 125 designers and artists. Free DIY crafts, photo-booth portraits, drinks and snacks.

11 am-6 pm. Admission $15, under 13 free. Parking $6. The 10th Floor at California Market Center, 110 E. 9th St., downtown, uniqueusa.com/markets-la Map I16 THE NUTCRACKER Dec. 3-4, 10-11, 16-18, 22-24 The Los Angeles Ballet performs Tchaikovsky’s beloved holiday tale—here set in 1912 Los Angeles—at the Alex Theatre, Dolby Theatre, Royce Hall at UCLA and Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center. Special appearances by the cast of characters and Santa Claus at each performance. See losangelesballet.org for schedule and ticket information. Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, 818.243.2539; Dolby Theatre, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.308.6300; Royce Hall at UCLA, 340 Royce Drive, L.A., 310.825.4401; Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Redondo Beach, 310.318.0610 Map T23, H13, I10, L14 marina del rey Holiday boat parade Dec. 10 Annual parade of decorated yachts and boats in Marina del Rey preceded by fireworks show. This year’s theme is “An Animated Holiday.” Fireworks, 5:55 pm; parade, 6-8 pm. Plus, enjoy food trucks and snow in the park from noon-6 pm. Free. Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, mdrboatparade.org Map 09

Echo Park Craft Fair Dec. 10-11 This popular homegrown arts and design event showcases the wares of talented local artisans. Shop jewelry, shoes, ceramics, food items and more. Check website for hours. One day $10; weekend pass $16. Mack Sennett Studios, 1215 Bates Ave., L.A., echoparkcraftfair.com Map W23 renegade craft fair Dec. 10-11 Back in L.A. for the eighth year, this celebration of the DIY and maker spirit features hundreds of artisans selling their wares, plus seasonal food and drink, hands-on craft workshops, immersive features, special events and more. 10 am-5 pm. Free. Grand Park, 200 N. Broadway, downtown, renegadecraft.com Map I16 MANHATTAN BEACH HOLIDAY FIREWORKS Dec. 11 The picturesque beachside city’s annual holiday celebration features a Skechers-sponsored snow park, a Santa float and live music, capped off by a fireworks show over the pier. Snow park, float, 4 pm; fireworks, 7 pm. Free (new, unwrapped toy or cash donation to benefit the YMCA Adventure Guides Toy Drive requested for snow-park admission). 2 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, mbfireworks.com Map L13

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Disney on iCe presents Worlds of enchantment Dec. 15-18 Bring the kids to see their favorite Disney movies come alive on ice. The show features characters from Frozen, Cars, The Little Mermaid and Toy Story. Mickey’s Dance-Along Pre-Show gets the audience warmed up. See website for showtimes. $25$90, under 2 free. Staples Center, 1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 888.929.7849, disneyonice.com Map I15 tournament of roses Dec. 27-Jan. 3 Float decorating, Bandfest, Equestfest, Rose Parade (Jan. 2, 8 am), Rose Bowl Game (Jan. 2, 1:30 pm). Check website for detailed schedule. Free curbside viewing of parade on first-come, first-served basis; grandstand seats start at $50 on sharpseating.com. Rose Bowl tickets start at $150. Check website for schedule, locations and fees for other events. 626.449.4100, tournamentofroses.com

CHILL at the queen mary All month The Queen Mary hosts this annual winter wonderland, which features outdoor ice skating, ice tubing and more. This year’s immersive Alice in Winterland experience re-

guidelines Map locators at the end of each listing (Map A3; Map H10, etc.) refer to maps in the back of this issue. Compendium includes editors’ recommendations and advertisers.

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imagines Lewis Carroll’s classic story with color and light. Check website for hours. $29.99-$64.99. 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, 877.342.0752, queenmary.com/chill Map O16 HOLIDAY ICE RINK Pershing Square All month Skate among the skyscrapers at this ice-skating rink, which materializes every holiday season at Pershing Square. See website for hours and skate-session schedule. $9, skate rental $4. 532 S. Olive St., downtown, holidayicerinkdowntownla.com Map I16 ice at santa monica All month This 8,000-square-foot outdoor skating rink in downtown Santa Monica brings holiday spirit to the beach. M-Th 2-10 pm; F 2 pm-midnight; Sa 10 am-midnight; Su 10 am-10 pm. Admission, including skate rental, $15. 5th Street and Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, 310.260.1199, downtownsm.com Map L8

Theater the wholehearted Dec. 2-11 Presented by the theater’s DouglasPlus program in association with La Jolla Playhouse, this multimedia production by Stein|Holum Projects follows a female boxer who is brutally attacked by her husband. Recommended for ages 16+. Kirk Douglas Theatre, 9820 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 213.628.2772 Map L11 Irving berlin’s white christmas Through Dec. 4 Based on the timeless holiday musical, this lavish stage production follows a song-and-dance team putting on a show in a magical Vermont inn and falling for a stunning sister act in the process. Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.468.1770 Map H13 AMÉLIE, A NEW MUSICAL Opening Dec. 4 This mesmerizing new musical is based on the beloved Oscarnominated French film of the same name. Hamilton’s Phillipa Soo stars as the quirky Amélie in this pre-Broadway production. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.628.2772 Map H16 Rodgers & Hammerstein’s THE KING AND I Opening Dec. 13 Set in 1860s Bangkok, this musical tells the story of the relationship between the King of Siam and Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher, and features classic songs like “Getting to Know You” and “I Whistle a Happy Tune.” Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.468.1770 Map H13 The Beauty Queen of Leenane Through Dec. 18 This dark comedy follows protagonist Maureen Folan and her aging mother, who meddles in her daughter’s romantic relationship with horrific results. Tony winner Garry Hynes helms this production by the renowned Irish Druid Theatre Company. Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.628.2772 Map H16

Smell the Roses For more than a century, people have been welcoming the new year with the Tournament of Roses’ iconic Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game in Pasadena.

If you’re in L.A., you can be a part of the action. Besides the televised parade (Jan. 2, 8 a.m.) and football game (Jan. 2, 1:30 p.m.), there are other ways to get in on the floral fun.

From Dec. 27-31, get a behindthe-scenes look at the parade by volunteering to help put finishing touches on the flowercovered floats. On Dec. 30, Equestfest, at Burbank’s Los Angeles Equestrian Center, lets you meet the parade’s equine stars and their riders. Then, on Dec. 30–31, Pasadena City College hosts Bandfest, featuring field shows from the parade’s top-notch marching bands before they make their way down Colorado Boulevard on Jan. 2.

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E N T E R TA I N M E N T ICEBERGS Through Dec. 18 Alena Smith’s (The Affair, Newsroom) Silver Lake-set comedy about aimless 30-somethings has its world premiere here. Gil Cates Theater, Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., Westwood, 310.208.5454 Map J10

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MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Through Dec. 18 This rarely staged Stephen Sondheim work navigates the bumpy history of three friends who began their careers in show business together and features songs like “Good Thing Going” and “Our Time.” Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.746.4000 Map I11

Music + Dance CENTER FOR THE ART OF PERFORMANCE AT UCLA Dec. 4 Gloria Steinem and Jill Soloway in Conversation. Dec. 6-11 Forced Entertainment: Complete Works Table Top Shakespeare (see website for lineup). Royce Hall, UCLA, 405 Hilgard Ave., Westwood, 310.825.2101, cap.ucla.edu Map J10

DOLBY THEATRE Dec. 1 Louis C.K. Dec. 3 TEDxLA. Dec. 10-11 Los Angeles Ballet’s The Nutcracker. Dec. 16-17 Joe Bonamassa. Dec. 23-24 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical. Dec. 30 Straight No Chaser. 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.308.6300 Map H13 DOROTHY CHANDLER PAVILION Dec. 2-4 L.A. Opera, Wonderful Town, by Leonard Bernstein, conductor Grant Gershon. Dec. 16-17 Debbie Allen’s Hot Chocolate Nutcracker, starring Raven Symone, Tichina Arnold, original score by Mariah Carey, Arturo Sandoval. Dec. 24 57th Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration. 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.0711 Map H16 THE FORUM Dec. 6 Maxwell and Mary J. Blige. Dec. 10-11 KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas 2016. Dec. 18 Stevie Nicks with special guest Pretenders. 3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, 310.330.7300 Map O12 MICROSOFT THEATER Dec. 1 The Game Awards 2016.

Dec. 4 El Komander. Dec. 6 Netflix Presents Here Comes the Funny Tour, featuring Adam Sandler, David Spade, Nick Swardson, Norm Macdonald, Rob Schneider, Tim Meadows. Dec. 10 Puff Puff Pass Tour Part 2 Featuring Snoop Dogg and Friends. Dec. 17 The Brian Setzer Orchestra. Dec. 18 Ehsan Khaje Amiri. Dec. 30 Gabriel Iglesias. 777 Chick Hearn Court, downtown, 213.763.6020 Map I15 STAPLES CENTER Dec. 2 Jingle Ball, featuring Bruno Mars, Justin Bieber, Britney Spears, Meghan Trainor, Fifth Harmony, Diplo, Alessia Cara, Lukas Graham and Daya, plus a special guest appearance by Niall Horan.

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Dec. 16 Seu Jorge The Life Aquatic/A Tribute to David Bowie. Dec. 17 The Thrilling Adventure Hour Holiday Funaround, featuring Paul F. Tompkins, Paget Brewster, Busy Philipps and more. 929 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.623.3233 Map I16 WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Dec. 3-4 Loudon Wainwright III. Dec. 8-10 Sandra Bernhard. Dec. 11 Rumer Willis. Dec. 13 Rebecca Spencer. Dec. 14 Melinda Sullivan. Dec. 15 Cameron Esposito. Dec. 16 Rita Wilson. Dec. 17 KerriganLowdermilk & Friends. Dec. 18 Chamber Messiah. Dec. 20-21 Megan Hilty. 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.746.4000 Map I11 WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL Dec. 1-4 Los Angeles Philharmonic, conductor Gustavo Dudamel, pianist Daniil Trifonov. Dec. 3 Toyota Symphonies for Youth: Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker Suite Featuring Barak Ballet, L.A.

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AT T R A C TEI O NN T SE R+ TA M UI NS M E UE M N TS Philharmonic. Dec. 5 China Philharmonic Orchestra, conductor Long Yu, pianist Serena Wang. Dec. 8-11 Dudamel Conducts Haydn’s Creation, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, Los Angeles Master Chorale. Dec. 15, 17 Handel’s Messiah, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Bernard Labadie, soprano Karina Gauvin, La Chapelle de Québec. Dec. 16, 18 Adams @ 70: El Niño, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Grant Gershon, Los Angeles Master Chorale, Los Angeles Children’s Chorus. Dec. 17 Holiday Sing-Along.

Dec. 20 A Chanticleer Christmas. Dec. 21 Sweet Honey in the Rock. Dec. 22 Swinging Christmas With the Arturo Sandoval Big Band. Dec. 23 White Christmas Sing-Along.

Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve With Pink Martini. 111 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 323.850.2000 Map H16

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Sports LOS ANGELES MEMORIAL COLISEUM Dec. 11 Los Angeles Rams vs. Atlanta Falcons. Dec. 24 Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers. 3911 S. Figueroa St., Exposition Park, L.A., 213.747.7111 Map K15 STAPLES CENTER Dec. 3 Basketball Hall of Fame’s Hoophall LA. Dec. 4 Los Angeles Kings vs. Montreal Canadiens; Los Angeles Clippers vs. Indiana Pacers. Dec. 5 Los Angeles Lakers vs. Utah Jazz. Dec. 7 Clippers vs.

Golden State Warriors. Dec. 8 Kings vs. Carolina Hurricanes. Dec. 9 Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns. Dec. 10 Kings vs. Ottawa Senators; Clippers vs. New Orleans Pelicans. Dec. 11 Lakers vs. New York Knicks. Dec. 12 Clippers vs. Portland Trail Blazers. Dec. 20 Clippers vs.

Denver Nuggets. Dec. 22 Clippers vs. San Antonio Spurs.

Dec. 23 Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks. Dec. 25 Lakers vs. Clippers. Dec. 26 Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets. Dec. 27 Lakers vs. Utah Jazz. Dec. 29 Lakers vs. Dallas Mavericks. Dec. 30 WWE Live Holiday Tour. Dec. 31 Kings vs. San Jose Sharks. 1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.742.7100 Map I15

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Attractions AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC Focus is on Pacific Ocean sea life. Touch the ocean’s predators in Shark Lagoon and jellies in the Wonders of the Deep gallery, and meet penguins, sea otters, sea lions and 11,000 other animals. Daily 9 am-6 pm. $17.95-$29.95, under 3 free. Closed on Christmas. 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, 562.590.3100 Map O16 ARTISTS & FLEAS Hip artist, designer and vintage market also offers food trucks, workshops and DJs. Downtown: Sa 10 am-4 pm; Venice: Sa 11 am-5 pm.

Free. 740 E. 3rd St., downtown; 1010 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.900.9987 Map J17, N9 BARNSDALL ART PARK Park features Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House, the L.A. Municipal Art Gallery, Barnsdall Art Center, Junior Art Center and Barnsdall Gallery Theatre. Park: daily 6 am-10 pm; Municipal Art Gallery: Th-Su noon-5 pm; Hollyhock House tours: Th-Su 11 am-4 pm. Hollyhock House tours $3-$7. Closed Dec. 24-26, Dec. 31-Jan. 1. 4800 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.913.4031, barnsdall.org Map W22 BATTLESHIP IOWA Former battleship (the “Battleship of Presidents”) is permanently docked as a floating museum. Ongoing exhibit follows the ship’s history through World War II, Korean War and Cold War. Explore the missile decks, bridge, mess areas and captain’s cabin. Daily 10 am-5 pm; last ticket sold at 4 pm. $11.95-$19.95, under 5 free. Closed on Christmas.

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CATHEDRAL OF OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS Stunning contemporary cathedral opposite Music Center. M-F 6:30 am-6 pm; Sa 9 am-6 pm; Su 7 am-6 pm. 555 W. Temple St., downtown, 213.680.5200 Map H17 CENTRAL LIBRARY Downtown beaux arts-style landmark is the nation’s third-largest public library in terms of

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DESCANSO GARDENS Collections include the Ancient Forest and a camellia garden. New restaurant Maple is open for weekend brunch and will offer dinner Nov. 25-Jan. 8, coinciding with the interactive light experience “Enchanted: Forest of Light” (tickets priced separately).

Daily 9 am-5 pm. $4-$9, under 5 free. Closed on Christmas. 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, 818.949.4200 Map Q19 DISNEYLAND Mickey Mouse’s theme park. Attractions include Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage and updated Star Tours. Disney California Adventure is adjacent.

Call for hours. $95-$119, under 3 free. 1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.781.4565 Map D6 EL PUEBLO DE LOS ANGELES Birthplace of Los Angeles; the site of this historical monument dates to 1781. Historic buildings, 11 of which are open to the public, include 1818 Avila Adobe, L.A.’s oldest. 125 Paseo de la Plaza, downtown, 213.628.1274 Map H17 GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY Iconic attraction with spectacular views of L.A. and the Hollywood sign. Hourly shows at planetarium. Tu-F noon-10 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-10 pm. Admission free; planetarium shows $3-$7, under 5 free. Closed on Christmas. 2800 E. Observatory Road, Griffith Park, L.A., 213.473.0800 Map U23

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IFLY HOLLYWOOD “Indoor skydiving” via a vertical wind tunnel. Two to four flights per session. M-Th 9 am-9 pm; F-Sa 9 am-10 pm; Su 10 am-9 pm. $59.95-$99.95.

Universal CityWalk, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 818.985.4359 Map G13 L.A. LIVE Bustling entertainment center is home to the Grammy Museum, Microsoft Theater and the Novo by Microsoft (formerly Club Nokia), restaurants including new Cleo, WP24, Ford’s Filling Station and Tom’s Urban, high-tech bowling lanes and nightspots such as the Conga Room. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.763.5483 Map I15 L.A. ZOO AND BOTANICAL GARDENS Home to more than 250 animal species, many of them endangered. Holiday-themed L.A. Zoo Lights is ticketed separately. Daily 10 am-5 pm. Ticket sales cease one hour before closing. $15-$20, under 2 free. Closed on Christmas. 5333 Zoo Drive, Griffith Park, L.A., 323.644.4200 Map T23 LEGOLAND Resort features more than 60 rides, shows and attractions, Sea Life Aquarium, Legoland Water Park and Legoland Hotel. See legoland.com for hours, ticket packages. Parking $15-$25. 1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, 760.918.5346 MADAME TUSSAUDS HOLLYWOOD World-famous museum of wax figures. Hours vary. $22.95-$29.95, under 3 free. 6933 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.798.1670 Map H13

OUE SKYSPACE L.A. California’s tallest open-air observation deck, at nearly 1,000 feet above the city, boasts 360-degree views and a 45-foot-long glass “Skyslide” from the 70th to the 69th floor. 633 W. 5th St., downtown, 213.894.9000 Map I16

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AT T R A C T I O N S + M U S E U M S PACIFIC PARK Amusement park at the end of the famous Santa Monica Pier offers games, food and rides, including a Ferris wheel. See pacpark.com for hours and ticket prices. 380 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 310.260.8744 Map M8 QUEEN MARY Historic ocean liner permanently berthed in Long Beach Harbor. Shops, hotel, art deco lounge, a 4-D theater and restaurants. Daily self-guided and guided tours; night tours available. Check queenmary.com for schedule and pricing. 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, 877.342.0738 Map O16 RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM Visit the Air Force One Pavilion and see a full-size replica of the White House Oval Office. Daily 10 am-5 pm. $6-$16, under 2 free. Closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, 800.410.8354 Map northwest of A1 SAN FERNANDO MISSION 1797 mission with museum, archives and gardens. Daily 9 am-4:30 pm. $3-$5, under 7 free. 15151 San Fernando Mission Blvd., Mission Hills, 818.361.0186 Map north of A1 SAN GABRIEL MISSION Mission includes the oldest building (1771) in Southern California. M-Sa 9 am-4:30 pm; Su 10 am-4 pm. $3-$5, under 6 free. 427 S. Junipero Serra Drive, San Gabriel, 626.457.3035 Map B4 SEAWORLD The 189-acre adventure park features thousands of marine animals including killer whales, fish, reptiles and birds. Open daily; call for hours, ticket packages and discounts. $87-$93, under 3 free.

Parking $17-$30. 500 SeaWorld Drive, San Diego, 800.257.4268 Map I8

SMORGASBURG This popular Brooklyn transplant is a “market for food, design, vintage and events,” set on the site of the weekday Alameda Produce Market, in the Row DTLA redevelopment complex. Choose from dozens of local cult-favorite vendors, including Donut Friend and Cheezus. Su 10 am-4 pm. Free. 746 Market Court, downtown, la.smorgasburg.com Map J17 TCL CHINESE THEATRE Historic, meticulously restored Hollywood movie palace (formerly Grauman’s Chinese Theatre) with Imax screen and walkway of stars’ handprints and footprints in the forecourt. Visit tclchinesetheatres.com or call for movie schedule. 6925 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.461.3331 Map H13 UNIVERSAL CITYWALK Eye-popping dining, shopping and entertainment promenade includes new dining options such as Dongpo Kitchen and LudoBird, plus state-of-the-art cinema and Imax theater. iFly Hollywood is a simulated skydiving wind tunnel. Call for hours. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 818.622.4455 Map U20 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD Movie-based theme park. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and The Walking Dead Attraction are recent additions.

Call or check universalstudioshollywood.com for hours and prices. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 800.864.8377 Map U20 VIRGINIA ROBINSON GARDENS One of Beverly Hills’ first homes, open to the public (by appointment). The historic estate’s idyllic grounds include a grand Italian terrace, rose garden and lush palm-tree forest. Advance reservations required for guided tours, Tu-Sa 9:30 am-4 pm. $4-$11, under 5 free. 1008 Elden Way, Beverly Hills, 310.550.2087 Map I10

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Deluxe tour available. Reservation recommended; photo ID required. Daily 8:30 am-3:30 pm. $62, under 8 not admitted. Closed on Christmas. 3400 W. Riverside Drive, Burbank, 877.492.8687 Map U20

Studio Tapings AUDIENCES UNLIMITED Free tickets to live tapings of TV shows on CBS, Fox, NBC and the CW produced in the L.A. area, such as The Big Bang Theory, Girl Meets World and 2 Broke Girls. Minimum age 10-18, varies by show. 818.260.0041, ext. 1, tvtickets.com THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW Free tickets to taping of comedian’s daytime talk show. Minimum age 14; minors must show photo ID and be accompanied by a parent. Day-of tickets, call before noon; advance tickets, go to ellen.warnerbros.com/tickets. Warner Bros. Studios, 3400 W. Riverside Drive, Burbank, 818.954.5929 Map U20 JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! Free tickets to live tapings of late-night ABC show. Minimum age 18. El Capitan Entertainment Centre, 6840 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 1iota.com Map H13 ON-CAMERA AUDIENCES Free tickets to live tapings of TV shows including Hell’s Kitchen, Family Feud, So You Think You Can Dance and The Price Is Right.

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Museums THE ANNENBERG SPACE FOR PHOTOGRAPHY Cultural venue dedicated solely to digital and print photography. Multimedia studio and retail gallery Skylight Studios is across the park from the photography space. Continuing Identity: Timothy Greenfield-Sanders The List Portraits; #Girlgaze: a frame of mind. W-Su 11 am-6 pm. Free. Parking $3.50, $1 after 4:30 pm and all day Sa-Su. 2000 Avenue of the Stars, Century City, 213.403.3000 Map J11 AUTRY MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN WEST Museum explores the art, history and cultures of the American West and houses one of the top U.S. collections of Native American materials. Continuing California Continued; Revolutionary Vision: Group f/64 and Richard Misrach Photographs From the Bank of America Collection; New Acquisitions Featuring the Kaufman Collection; California Impressionism: The Gardena High School Collection.

Tu-F 10 am-4 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-5 pm. $4-$10, under 3 free. 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A., 323.667.2000 Map H14 THE BROAD Museum built by philanthropists and art collectors Eli and Edythe Broad contains nearly 2,000

works of contemporary art. Otium restaurant is adjacent. Continuing Creature; Infinity Mirrored Room. Tu-W 11 am-5 pm; Th-F 11 am-8 pm; Sa 10 am-8 pm; Su 10 am-6 pm. Free. Advance online reservations encouraged.

Closed on Christmas. 221 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.232.6200 Map H16 CALIFORNIA AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM Exhibits showcasing the history, culture and art of African-Americans, with an emphasis on California and the western United States. Continuing Hank Willis Thomas: Black Righteous Space; The Ease of Fiction; Genevieve Gaignard: Smell the Roses; Politics, Race, and Propaganda: The Nazi Olympics, Berlin 1936; Taking Place: Selections From the Permanent Collection. Tu-Sa 10 am-5 pm; Su 11 am-5 pm. Free. Parking $12, $15 after 5 pm. Closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, L.A., 213.744.7432 Map M8 CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER Interactive exhibits for budding scientists; Imax theater. Continuing The Science Behind Pixar Exhibition; Earth in Concert: Protecting the Planet Through Music; Mission 26: The Big Endeavour.

Daily 10 am-5 pm. Permanent gallery, free; admission for other exhibits and Imax varies. Parking $12. Closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. 700 Exposition Park Drive, Exposition Park, L.A., 323.724.3623 Map K15 GETTY CENTER Hilltop facility houses collections of paintings, drawings, antiquities, photographs and decorative arts. Fabulous Central Garden and city views.

Opening Dec. 20 Breaking News: Turning the Lens on Mass Media. Continuing Fashionable Likeness: Pastel Portraits in 18th-Century Britain; The Shimmer of Gold: Giovanni di Paolo in Renaissance Siena; The Art of Alchemy; The Alchemy of Color in Medieval Manuscripts; Drawing: The Art of Change; Recent Acquisitions in Focus: Latent Narratives; Greek and Roman Sculpture From the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Tu-F, Su 10 am-5:30 pm; Sa 10 am-9 pm.

Free. Parking $15, $10 after 3 pm. Closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. 1200 Getty Center Drive, L.A., 310.440.7300 Map H9

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GETTY VILLA Getty Center’s exquisite coastal counterpart features Etruscan, Roman and Greek antiquities.

Continuing Roman Mosaics Across the Empire. W-M 10 am-5 pm. Free. Parking $15, $10 after 3 pm. Advance timed tickets required for entry. Closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. 17985 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacific Palisades, 310.440.7300 Map K7

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GRAMMY MUSEUM Museum on L.A. Live campus explores music, the creative and recording processes and Grammy Awards history. Continuing Shining Like a National Guitar; The Kingston Trio and the Folk Revival; Legends of Motown: Celebrating the Miracles; Hey! Ho! Let’s Go: Ramones and the Birth of Punk; Count Basie: The King of Swing. M-F 10:30 am-6:30 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-6:30 pm. $10.95-$12.95, under 6 free. Closed on Christmas. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.765.6800 Map I15 HOLLYWOOD MUSEUM In the historic Max Factor Building, steps from the Walk of Fame, the Hollywood Museum houses 10,000 authentic showbiz treasures that showcase 100 years of Hollywood’s entertainment industry. Continuing Child Stars—Then and Now. W-Su 10 am-5 pm. $5-$15. 1660 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.464.7776 Map H13 HUNTINGTON LIBRARY, ART COLLECTIONS, AND BOTANICAL GARDENS Art, buildings and grounds, with more than a dozen themed gardens. New education and visitor center. Continuing Van Gogh & Friends; Lari Pittman: Mood Books; Chinese Woodblock Prints; Geographies of Wonder Pt. 2; Real American Places; Folded Transformations; Orbit Pavilion. W-M 10 am-5 pm. $10-$25, under 4 free.

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Detention Station. Continuing Time After Time Capsule; Uprooted: Japanese American Farm Labor Camps During World War II; Tatau: Marks of Polynesia. Tu-W, F-Su 11 am-5 pm; Th noon-8 pm. $6-$10, under 5 free, Th 5-8 pm and third Th of the month free. Closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. 100 N. Central Ave., downtown, 213.625.0414 Map H17 LA BREA TAR PITS AND MUSEUM Watch paleontologists at work uncovering ice age L.A. Among the main attractions are the ever-bubbling tar pits, which make up the world’s most famous fossil-excavation site.

The Observation Pit was recently reopened after 20 years. Daily 9:30 am-5 pm. $5-$12, under 3 free. Closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. 5801 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.934.7243 Map J13 LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART The largest art museum in the Western U.S., with diverse, superb collections housed on a 20-acre campus.

Through Dec. 4 Alternative Dreams: 17th-Century Chinese Paintings From the Tsao Family Collection. Opening Dec. 4 Picasso and Rivera: Conversations Across Time. Opening Dec. 17 An Irruption of the Rainbow: Color in 20th-Century Art. Through Dec. 18 Japanese Painting: From the Zen Mind. Continuing L.A. Exuberance: New Gifts by Artists; Beyond Bling: Jewelry From the Lois Boardman Collection; Toba Khedoori; The Serial Impulse at Gemini G.E.L.; CARtoons: Art of America’s Car Culture; James Turrell, Light Reignfall; Chinese Snuff Bottles From Southern California Collectors; Awazu Kiyoshi, Graphic Design: Summoning the Outdated; TV on Film; Apostles of Nature: Jugendstil and Art Nouveau; Senses of Time: Video and Film-Based Works of Africa; Devi: The Image of the Goddess in Nepal; John McLaughlin Paintings: Total Abstraction; Y.Z. Kami: Endless Prayers; Renaissance and Reformation: German Art in the Age of Dürer and Cranach. Ongoing Rain Room; Miracle Mile; Revealing Creation: The Science and Art of Ancient Maya Ceramics. M-Tu, Th 11 am-5 pm; F 11 am-8 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-7 pm. $10-$15, under 18 free. Closed on Christmas. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.857.6000 Map J13 MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART Premier contemporary-art museum housed in three facilities.

Through Dec. 18 storefront: Paradise Garage (GA). Continuing Mickalene Thomas: Do I Look Like a Lady? (GA); Doug Aitken: Electric Earth (GC); R.H. Quaytman, Morning: Chapter 30 (GA). GA and GC: M, W, F 11 am-6 pm; Th 11 am-8 pm; Sa-Su 11 am-5 pm. PDC: Tu-W 11 am-5 pm; Th-Su 11 am-8 pm. $6-$12, under 12 free; free at PDC. Closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. MOCA Grand Avenue (GA), 250 S. Grand Ave., downtown; Geffen Contemporary (GC), 152 N. Central Ave., downtown; MOCA Gallery at Pacific Design Center (PDC), 8687 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 213.626.6222 Map H16, H17, I12 MUSEUM OF TOLERANCE Exhibits on prejudice and discrimination, legacy of the Holocaust, humanrights issues and Anne Frank’s life and legacy. Su-W, F 10 am-5 pm; Th 10 am-9:30 pm (extended hours for Anne only). $11.50-$15.50, under 5 free. 9786 W. Pico Blvd., L.A., 310.553.8403 Map J11 NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY Thirty-three million objects, from dinosaur fossils to fish. The 3.5-acre Nature Gardens, interactive Nature Lab and Tyrannosaurus rex growth series exhibit are highlights. Through Dec. 11 Spider Pavilion.

Daily 9:30 am-5 pm. $5-$12, under 3 free. Closed on Christmas. 900 Exposition Blvd., Exposition Park, L.A., 213.763.3466 Map K15

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NORTON SIMON MUSEUM Stellar collection of Renaissance to 20th-century masterworks and sculpture garden. Opening Dec. 9 Van Gogh’s ’Bedroom’ on Loan From the Art Institute of Chicago. Continuing Dark Visions: Mid-Century Macabre; States of Mind: Picasso Lithographs 1945–1960. M, W-Th noon-5 pm; F-Sa 11 am-8 pm; Su 11 am-5 pm. $9-$12; students with photo ID, under 19 free.

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SHOPPING PASADENA MUSEUM OF CALIFORNIA ART California art, architecture, design. Continuing In the Land of Sunshine: Imaging the California Coast Culture; Lloyd Hamrol/Joan Perlman: “a sky in the palm of a hand.” $5-$7, under 13 free, first F and third Th of the month free.

490 E. Union St., Pasadena, 626.568.3665 Map Q20 PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM Newly renovated museum displays some 135 vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles in permanent and rotating exhibits. Daily 10 am-6 pm. $7-$15, under 3 free. Vault tours $20, under 10 not admitted. Closed on Christmas. 6060 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.930.2277 Map J13

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Shopping Destinations THE AMERICANA AT BRAND Downtown Glendale hot spot from the creators of the Grove with Main Street, U.S.A., atmosphere and trolley. Some 90 stores such as Kate Spade, new Toms and Topshop Topman.

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by Michael Mina. 889 Americana Way, Glendale, 818.637.8900 Map U23 BEVERLY CENTER Trendsetting mall near West Hollywood, undergoing a multimillion-dollar renovation, has more than 100 boutiques (Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, True Religion concept store, Uniqlo, Cos) and is anchored by Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s.

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CITADEL OUTLETS Assyrian architecture south of downtown stands out along the Golden State (5) Freeway; the center offers discounted clothes from Kate Spade, H&M, Banana Republic, Levi’s and Converse, to name just a few. 100 Citadel Drive, L.A., 323.888.1724 Map B4 FIGAT7TH Center features hip eateries such as Loteria Grill, Mendocino Farms, the Melt, City Tavern and Sprinkles Cupcakes, plus shops including City Target, Zara and H&M. 735 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.955.7150 Map H16 THE GROVE Popular outdoor center has some 40 shops including Apple, Brandy Melville and Nordstrom, plus restaurants including Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill, all in a setting that suggests a grand old downtown.

Movie theater, trolley and dancing fountain are draws.

Adjacent to Original Farmers Market. 189 The Grove Drive, L.A., 888.315.8883 Map I13 ONE COLORADO Quaint outdoor plaza with upscale boutiques such as OSKA, Cop. Copine, Mohawk General Store and Sugarfina, plus iPic Theaters and restaurants including Sushi Roku. 41 Hugus Alley, Old Pasadena, 626.564.1066 Map Q19 SANTA MONICA PLACE Sleek outdoor mall at south end of Third Street Promenade anchored by Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s. More than 80 boutiques, plus a rooftop Dining Deck and new ArcLight Cinemas. 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, 310.394.1049 Map L8 SOUTH COAST PLAZA High-end center in Orange County boasts nearly 300 boutiques (Chanel, Céline, Gucci, Chloé, Jimmy Choo) and 40 restaurants, including new Water Grill. Concierge at four locations.

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THIRD STREET PROMENADE Pedestrian-only shopping zone includes trendy shops, kiosks and an array of entertaining street performers. 1351 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, 310.393.8355 Map L8

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S PA S TWO RODEO Center with cobblestones in the heart of Beverly Hills features high-end boutiques including Jimmy Choo and Tiffany & Co., plus restaurant 208 Rodeo and fine-art gallery Galerie Michael. 9478 Dayton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.247.7040 Map J11 WESTFIELD AT LAX Retail and dining options curated

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Access to fitness center and Altitude pool deck. Herbal steam room, showers. 465 S. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.246.5560 Map I12 DERMALOGICA The SoCal-based skin care company’s flagship store/skin center is not a full-service spa but does offer a broad menu of “touch therapies,” targeted minitreatments and customized facials (including the new IonActive Power Treatment), all of which feature the brand’s active-ingredient-packed products. 1022 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, 310.260.8682 Map L8 FACE PLACE Specialty studio offers a signature facial featuring an anti-aging formulation whose penetration is aided by the application of galvanic current. 8701 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.855.1150 Map H12 HOTEL BEL-AIR SPA BY LA PRAIRIE The skin-care products of the Swiss luxury brand La Prairie are spotlighted at the Hotel Bel-Air. Steam rooms, showers, relaxation room. 701 Stone Canyon Road, L.A., 310.909.1681 Map I10 KATE SOMERVILLE SKIN HEALTH EXPERTS Hollywood’s favorite facials (try the DermalQuench Oxygen Treatment) are offered in a feminine salon on superexclusive Melrose Place. 8428 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, 323.655.7546 Map I12 OLE HENRIKSEN FACE/BODY SPA Full-service spa to the stars specializes in face and body care and also offers nail services. Coed steam room. Sunset Plaza, 8622 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 310.854.7700 Map H12 THE PENINSULA SPA Petite but lavish rooftop spa with a variety of advanced treatments including the just-launched Celluma, an LED panel that treats a variety of conditions with three wavelengths simultaneously. In celebration of the property’s 25th anniversary, the spa offers special treats on the 25th of every month. 9882 S. Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 310.975.2854 Map H12 SPA AT BEVERLY WILSHIRE The spa features an aromatherapy crystal steam room and Natura Bissé, Évolué and Elemis products and services. The Nail Bar offers shellac manicures and pedicures while Pretty Woman plays on a loop. 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.385.7023 Map J11 THE SPA AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LOS ANGELES AT BEVERLY HILLS Luxury spa with Eastern- and Western-style body treatments, a new adjacent Nail Suite and results-driven facials such as the DNA Facial. 300 S. Doheny Drive, L.A., 310.273.4444 Map J11

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SPA MONTAGE The last word in luxury spas, with deluxe services including L.Raphael facials and facilities including dry redwood saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools, showers and a co-ed mineral pool. Also on-site are Kim Vo Salon, Gornik & Drucker barbershop and fitness facilities. 225 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7840 Map J11

GRANDPA JOHNSON’S Stylish art deco lounge. 1638 N. Cahuenga Blvd., L.A., 323.467.7300 Map H14

TIKKUN HOLISTIC SPA Tucked underground in Santa Monica is this traditional Korean spa with contemporary style. Clay room, salt room, ice room, plus sauna, whirlpool, showers. 1460 4th St., Santa Monica, 310.319.1111 Map L8

HYDE SBE lounge with offshoots around the country. Reservation recommended; open during arena concerts and games. Hyde at Staples Center, 1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 323.330.8018 Map I15

Nightlife 1 OAK Strikingly seductive, art-filled club in from New York. 9039 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.274.2326 Map H12 THE ABBEY Celebrating its 25th anniversary, David Cooley’s world-famous gay bar and nightclub serves flavored mules, mojitos and martinis galore. Cooley’s hot new concept, the Chapel at the Abbey, is adjacent. 692 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.289.8410 Map H12 ARTS DISTRICT BREWING CO. 213 Nightlife’s Arts District brewery and tasting room. 828 Traction Ave., downtown, 213.519.5887 Map I17 AVALON HOLLYWOOD Recently renovated dance club and concert venue with a storied past: It hosted the Beatles’ first West Coast performance. More intimate club Bardot is upstairs. 1735 Vine St., Hollywood, 323.462.8900 Map H14 BAR JACKALOPE Intimate whiskey bar hidden in the back of downtown’s Seven Grand, featuring more than 120 premium whiskeys, including many of the au courant Japanese labels. 515 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.614.0736 Map I16 BAR MARMONT Dreamy bar just down the hill from the historic Chateau Marmont. 8171 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, 323.650.0575 Map H12 BASEMENT TAVERN Underground speakeasy in a Victorian abode; live music. The Victorian, 2640 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.396.2469 Map M8 BLIND BARBER Craft-cocktail-driven speakeasy hidden in the rear of a barbershop. 10797 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.841.6679 Map L11 BOOTSY BELLOWS Nightclub with burlesque shows and other live entertainment. 9229 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.274.7500 Map H12 BRACK SHOP TAVERN Cozy new cocktail pub from the team behind Silver Lake’s Same Same offers eclectic bar food, from a patty melt to Welsh rarebit. 525 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.232.8657 Map I16 BREAK ROOM 86 ’80s-style bar inside the Line Hotel with karaoke suites, guest DJs, fruity drinks, break-roomstyle snacks and live entertainment. 630 S. Ardmore Ave., L.A., 213.368.3056 Map west of H15 THE BUNGALOW Seaside cottage-style nightspot with gourmet bites by Fig Restaurant. The Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, 101 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.899.8530 Map L8

COVELL Intimate Los Feliz neighborhood wine bar from Dustin Lancaster, who’s also behind Silver Lake’s L&E Oyster Bar and El Condor. 4628 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.660.4400 Map W23 DOHENY ROOM Stylish new art deco-style bar and lounge from the SBE Group offers a diverse menu by Cleo chef Danny Elmaleh. 9077 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 424.777.0266 Map H12

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HARLOWE Spacious, vintage-glam restaurant and bar. 721 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.876.5839 Map H13 IN THE HISTORIC MAX FACTOR BUILDING

THE LINCOLN Newer neighborhood bar recalls the area’s automobile heritage, displaying a 1927 Model T Roadster and serving up craft spirits. 2536 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, 310.822.1715 Map M10 MELROSE UMBRELLA CO. Rustic-chic space with creative cocktails and inventive fare. 7465 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.951.0709 Map I12 THE NICE GUY H.Wood Group’s reservation-only, Italian-inspired restaurant and mixology lounge. 401 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.360.9500 Map I12 NIGHTINGALE PLAZA SBE’s exclusive new nightclub has a main club room outfitted with state-of-the-art sound technology and lighting, two bars/lounges and an outdoor garden “oasis.” 643 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 323.457.2211 Map I12 NO VACANCY Gin cocktails and live entertainment in a Victorian boutique hotel. 1727 N. Hudson Ave., Hollywood, 323.465.1902 Map H14 PERCH Open-air roost in a historic building; indoor cabaret lounge Bar Thirteen is underneath. 448 S. Hill St., downtown, 213.802.1770 Map I16 POUR VOUS Parisian-inspired Champagne and cocktail salon. Upscale dress code. 5574 Melrose Ave., Hollywood, 323.871.8699 Map I14 SANDBOX New restaurant, bar, patio and lounge from TBC Hospitality with games (skee ball, pinball, pingpong) and weekend brunch with bottomless mimosas.

7174 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.964.9494 Map I12 SASSAFRAS Lounge styled as a (stylishly) decaying Savannah town house specializes in barrel-aged cocktails. 1233 N. Vine St., Hollywood, 323.467.2800 Map H14 SEVEN GRAND Whiskey bar with tongue-incheek hunt-club decor. 515 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.614.0737 Map I16 THE SPARE ROOM Gaming parlor and cocktail lounge with bowling lanes and fancy drinks. Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.769.7296 Map H13 THE STANDARD DOWNTOWN Rooftop bar with panoramic city views and a pool, plus a rooftop beer garden and pingpong club Spin. 550 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.892.8080 Map I16 THE STANDARD HOLLYWOOD Lounge with swinging seats, glowing purple walls. 8300 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.650.9090 Map H12 STARK BAR Alfresco bar at LACMA with handcrafted cocktails and great small plates. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.857.6180 Map J13 TABULA RASA Casual, lively wine bar in Thai Town from two Bestia alums. 5125 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 213.290.6309 Map B3 £10 Pronounced “10 pound,” this whiskey bar in the Montage Beverly Hills specializes in single-malt Scotch whisky from the Macallan. 225 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7800 Map J11

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BEACHES LEO CARRILLO STATE BEACH 1.5 miles of beach for swimming, surfing, windsurfing, surf fishing, plus tide pools, coastal caves and reefs for exploring. There are two sections of beach along a loop road of a campground. 36000 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9 MALIBU LAGOON STATE BEACH 167-acre Popular beach includes Malibu Pier, Malibu Lagoon, Surfrider Beach, the Adamson House and a museum that highlights the area’s history. 23050 and 23200 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9 MALIBU SURFRIDER BEACH World-renowned surfing area. Swimming areas are limited. 23050 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9

TOM BERGIN’S L.A.’s quintessential Irish bar serving beers on draft, cocktails and comfort food. 840 S. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.936.7151 Map J13 TOWER BAR Tony, Old Hollywood-inspired bar at Sunset Tower Hotel. 8358 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.848.6677 Map H12

MANHATTAN BEACH Beach is punctuated by beachvolleyball nets and bisected by a 900-foot pier featuring a small aquarium and a café. Beach-volleyball nets extend to Hermosa Beach. Metered street and lot parking. Beach wheelchairs available. 400-4500 The Strand, Manhattan Beach Map L13 MARINA/MOTHER’S BEACH Non-ocean-facing beach best suited for children and windsurfers. Beach wheelchairs available. 4135 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey Map N9

TROUBADOUR Historic spot books up-and-coming alt-rock and local bands. 9081 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.276.1158 Map H12

NICHOLAS CANYON BEACH Less crowded than many Malibu beaches and has 23 acres of property. 33850 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9

UPSTAIRS Sip drinks and enjoy stunning city views atop Ace Hotel, in the historic United Artists Building.

929 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.623.3233 Map I16

PENINSULA BEACH Moderate width, sandy.

Along Ocean Boulevard, 54th Place to 72nd Place, Long Beach Map O17

WHISKY A GO GO Legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Famer still rocks. 8901 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.652.4202 Map H12

POINT DUME BEACH Beach is bordered by cliffs and is one of the most beautiful along the L.A. coastline. 7103 Westward Beach Road, Malibu Map northwest of K9

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REDONDO BEACH A 1.5-mile beach that runs south of the pier to Torrance Beach. 400-1700 Esplanade, Redondo Beach Map M13

BELMONT SHORE Wide and sandy; on-site dog beach.

Along Ocean Boulevard, from 54th Place to Belmont Pier, Long Beach Map O17 CABRILLO BEACH Inside the breakwater it’s a stillwater beach, and on the ocean it’s a surf beach. Public boat-launching ramp on harbor side. Beach wheelchairs available. 40th Street and Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro Map O15 DAN BLOCKER BEACH Sandy, narrow beach draws surfers and divers. Great spot for scuba enthusiasts.

Limited free roadside parking. 26000 block of Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu Map northwest of K9 DOCKWEILER STATE BEACH Near LAX. Wide expanse of beach: 3.7 miles of ocean frontage and 255 acres of beach. Bonfires permitted. Beach wheelchairs available. 12501 Vista del Mar, Playa del Rey Map C1 EL MATADOR STATE BEACH One of the prettiest beaches in L.A. County. Steep stairs lead to 18 acres of narrow, sandy beach with scenic rock formations. 32350 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9 EL PESCADOR STATE BEACH Stairs lead to 10 acres of narrow, sandy beach. 32900 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map north west of K9 HERMOSA BEACH Two-mile stretch of beach along Santa Monica Bay with combination bike path/boardwalk and pier. Metered street parking. Hermosa Avenue and 33rd Street, Hermosa Beach Map L13 LA PIEDRA STATE BEACH Stairs lead to 9 acres of narrow, sandy beach. 32700 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9

SANTA MONICA STATE BEACH Wide, sandy expanses divided by Santa Monica Pier. 100-2900 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica Map M8 TOPANGA BEACH Rocky and narrow Malibu beach is a popular surfing spot but unsafe for swimming.

Beach wheelchairs available. 18700 Pacific Coast Hwy., Topanga Map northwest of K9 VENICE BEACH Famous boardwalk with street performers and shops is one of SoCal’s biggest attractions. The north end is home to “Muscle Beach.” Beach wheelchairs available. 2700-3100 Ocean Front Walk, Venice Map N9 WHITE POINT BEACH/ROYAL PALMS Rugged, rocky shoreline is popular with divers, shell collectors and surf casters. Tide pools. 1799 Paseo del Mar, San Pedro Map O14 WILL ROGERS STATE BEACH Sandy 3-mile beach is starting point for the Marvin Braude Bike Trail. Popular for swimming and skin diving; volleyball courts. Beach wheelchairs available. 17700 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacific Palisades Map K7 ZUMA BEACH The ultimate SoCal beach. Food stands at each end of its 4-mile expanse along PCH. Beach wheelchairs available. 30000 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K7

Tours + Transport AMTRAK Train and bus service within the county, along the coast and to major California locations, with nationwide connections. 800.872.7245, amtrak.com

BEVERLY HILLS RENT-A-CAR Luxury and exotic rentals. 9732 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.274.6969; 6085 Venice Blvd., Hollywood, 310.659.5555; LAX, 9220 S. Sepulveda Blvd., L.A., 310.670.2020, bhrentacar.com Map K12, J11, O10 BIKES AND HIKES L.A. Biking and/or hiking tours in customizable or preset itineraries. Daily tours include L.A. in a Day, Movie Star or Hollywood bike tours, daily morning or sunset hikes. Advance reservations required.

Daily 9 am-5 pm. 8743 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.796.8555, bikeshikes.com Map H12 CATALINA EXPRESS Year-round boat service to Catalina Island. Up to 30 daily departures from Long Beach, Dana Point, San Pedro. Reservation recommended. Ride Free on Your Birthday program. Call or check website for hours and pricing. 800.481.3470, catalinaexpress.com DELISH TOURS Culinary tour of “hidden gem” restaurants in Venice Beach. Reservation required. Private tours available. F-Su 11 am-2 pm; private tours offered daily. $65. Westminster Avenue and Ocean Front Walk, Venice, 323.412.9077, delishtours.com Map N9 DODGER STADIUM TOUR Behind-the-scenes tour allows guests to visit the field and the dugout, walk through the Vin Scully Press Box and more. $15-$20, under 4 free. 1000 Vin Scully Ave., downtown, 866.363.4377 Map G17 DOWNTOWN ART WALK Self-guided gallery tour/ party centered on Spring and Main streets between 2nd and 9th streets. Second Th of every month, noon-10 pm; lounge open from 6-10 pm. Free. 213.617.4929, ext. 206, downtownartwalk. org Map I16 HORNBLOWER CRUISES & EVENTS Dine, dance and take in beautiful harbor views aboard one of Hornblower’s cruises. Choose from dinner and Champagne brunch options. Fisherman’s Village, 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, 888.4676256, hornblower.com Map O9 METRO City bus, light rail and subway. Rail lines connect downtown, Hollywood, Pasadena, Long Beach; underground Red Line from Union Station through Hollywood to San Fernando Valley; Gold Line from Union Station to East L.A. and through Pasadena to Azusa; Blue Line from downtown to Long Beach; Green Line from Norwalk to Redondo Beach; Expo Line from Santa Monica to downtown. 323.466.3876, metro.net METROLINK Regional train system connects Los Angeles County with Ventura, Orange and San Diego counties. Six of seven Metrolink rail lines (including the Orange County lines, San Bernardino lines and Ventura County lines) begin at Union Station in downtown Los Angeles. 800.371.5465, metrolinktrains.com STARLINE TOURS Celebrity-tour company offers Movie Stars’ Homes tour plus tours to beaches, theme parks, San Diego and more. The CitySightseeing double-decker hop-on, hop-off tour has more than 70 stops around L.A. Prices vary. Tours begin at TCL Chinese Theatre, 6925 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 800.959.3131, starlinetours.com Map H13

TMZ CELEBRITY TOUR, HOLLYWOOD Two-hour bus tour highlights celebrity hot spots in Hollywood, Beverly Hills and on the Sunset Strip. See website for pickup locations, schedule, pricing. 844.TMZ.TOUR (869.8687), tmztour.com

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GO METRO Despite what you may have heard, you can get to many Los Angeles attractions without a car. Metro is the nation’s third-largest public transportation agency, operating 2,200 buses and six rail lines, including a subway that can take you from downtown to Hollywood in about 15 minutes.

Whether you’re interested in seeing stars along the legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame, catching rays at Santa Monica Beach or touring any number of L.A. landmarks, Metro can take you there.

Where to Start

Use the Trip Planner at metro.net or call 323.GO.METRO for customized travel itineraries.

Note that some popular attractions served by Metro Rail are listed to the right.

Fares

Metro’s base fare is $1.75. It’s best to pay using a TAP card, a reloadable plastic card that can store Metro passes or individual rides. TAP cards cost $1 and are available from self-service vending machines at Metro Rail stations, or onboard buses with the purchase of a 1-Day Pass. For complete information, check metro.net/fares.

Metro Rail Destinations

Here’s a sampling of attractions that are within easy walking distance of Metro Rail stations: METRO RED/PURPLE LINE Union Station • Olvera Street

Civic Center/Grand Park • Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels • Museum of Contemporary Art • Music Center • Walt Disney Concert Hall • Grand Park 7th Street/Metro Center • Macy’s Plaza (dining, shops) • FIGat7th (dining, shops) Hollywood/Vine • Capitol Records Tower • Hollywood Walk of Fame • Pantages Theatre Hollywood/Highland • TCL Chinese Theatre • Hollywood & Highland (dining, shops) Universal City/Studio City • Universal CityWalk (dining, shops) • Universal Studios Hollywood

Two children under the age of 5 may travel free with each fare-paying adult. Eating and drinking is not permitted on any Metro bus or train.

North Hollywood • El Portal Theatre • NoHo Arts District (dining, shops, theatres)

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METRO BLUE LINE

Most bus and rail lines start around 4 a.m. and keep running past midnight. But they’re less frequent in the late evening, so check the timetables at metro.net regarding your return trip.

Pico • Los Angeles Convention Center • STAPLES Center/L.A. LIVE 103rd Street/Watts Tower • Watts Towers Downtown Long Beach • Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific • Pine Avenue (dining, shops) • Queen Mary

METRO GOLD LINE

Little Tokyo/Arts District • Japanese American National Museum • The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA Memorial Park • Norton Simon Museum Lake • Pasadena Playhouse

METRO EXPO LINE

Expo Park/USC • California Science Center • Natural History Museum SEE THE METRO ROUTE MAP ON PAGE 95

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