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Check off items on your holiday shopping list with the perfect gift from our favorite brands. There’s something for everyone. BY LEILA NAJAFI

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These new restaurants offer live music and performances so you can end dinner on a high note.

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know it sounds cliché but where did 2021 go? It never fails to surprise me how fast the years fly by. It feels like yesterday I sat down to write my goals for the upcoming year and while I can’t say I accomplished all of them, I did cross off a few. There’s always next year, right? The other list I love making this time of year is my holiday shopping list. In this issue, we share our favorite items of the season in our gift guide to make your holiday shopping a little less daunting — maybe you’ll even find a gift (or two) for yourself. I know I’ll be stocking up on DAOU 2018 Soul of a Lion which I had

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the pleasure of tasting earlier this year at the release party and it was divine. I can’t wait to share a bottle with friends and family at dinner parties on those cozy winter evenings. But if you’re looking for a place to break bread outside of the home, restaurants are turning up the sound and adding entertainment to their offerings. As someone who loves live music, this is a trend I’m personally excited about. From a poolside DJ at Issima to a saxophone player at Tatel, we’ve covered some of the best spots around town to enjoy live music with your meal. And because it wouldn’t be a proper winter issue without highlighting a few comfy coffeehouses to get your PSL fix (that stands for pumpkin spice latte for you non-coffee drinkers), we also feature a few new neighborhood spots that are brewing killer coffee. However you choose to spend your holidays, I wish you and yours a healthy and happy holiday season and a Happy New Year!

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DINING

A New Light

Century City finally welcomes the newly reimagined Fairmont Century Plaza to the historic Avenue of the Stars. Lumière (which means light in French), the hotel’s main restaurant, is an ode to Parisian brasseries. Decorated with imported antiques as well as a zinc bar manufactured in France, the restaurant leaves no detail unturned down to the light fixtures and banquette-style seating. Stop by the patisserie in the morning and pick up a flaky croissant (or two) and for dinner, bring your appetite for classic French dishes like French onion soup, croque madame, and steak frites.

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Marinated tuna and tomato concassé at Pasjoli

Holy Pasjoli

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If the European postcards on the wall or French bulldog statues (a tribute to the chef’s own furry friends) weren’t a dead giveaway that you’re at a French-inspired bistro, one look at the menu is all it takes. Earlier this year, Pasjoli was one of the lauded restaurants awarded a Michelin-star led by James Beard award-winning chef Dave Beran. The Santa Monica restaurant is more relaxed than what one might expect for an elevated French bistro but the menu is anything but casual with dishes like the scallop mousse sitting in a pool of caviar beurre blanc. Don’t overlook the roasted cauliflower—this isn’t just another vegetable dish with truffle shavings. You’ll want to savor every last drop of the silky sauce made with chestnut, brown butter, and black truffle. And no French meal is complete without dessert so save room for the soufflé!

Bonjour Bicyclette!

Chefs Walter and Margarita Manzke are no strangers to French cuisine. The culinary duo is the powerhouse behind Republique, an iconic restaurant and cafe on La Brea, and their latest Parisian-inspired endeavor, Bicyclette Bistro is the couple’s love letter to Paris. Quirky art, an open pantry wall stocked with chef’s condiments, and a bread station where

freshly baked baguettes are sliced in front of your eyes are all part of the experience here to transport you to the City of Love.

Exquisite dishes like the onion tarte speak for itself with its tantalizing scent of caramelized onions wafting the dining room and the soft egg in the shell topped with Kaluga caviar is both decadent and elegant, just like Paris.

Indoor dining room at Bicyclette

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From top: Great White Larchmont; Stone Street LA; Draft latte float at Verve

But First, Coffee

‘Tis the season! Nothing says the holidays are here quite like a pumpkin spice latte. With new coffee shops popping up all over town we’re looking forward to kickstarting our morning with a strong cup of Joe.

FOR A MORNING pickme-up, check out the new Verve Coffee Roaster outpost in Manhattan Beach.

With locations all over the world and a loyal following of coffee devotees, Verve cafes serve hot and cold drinks using small-batch

coffee roasted daily. The creamy soft serve, available at select locations, is made with oat milk, vanilla, and coffee but if you prefer your coffee over ice, the honey lavender draft latte is a flash brew that will keep you buzzing all day.

Light bites and pastries are also served with vegan and gluten-free options provided by Sweet Laurel.

Great White Larchmont is the grown-up sister to its laidback Venice Beach location. The all-day Aussie cafe uses warm, neutral colors for its airy interiors. Handwo-

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ven light fixtures, Tuscan plastered walls, and dreamy archways create a space that resembles beachside eateries that dot the south coast of Mykonos. If you need a caffeine kick, you’re in the right place. The laundry list of coffee drinks includes the standards but also other drinks like a turmeric or charcoal latte, and our favorite, the shaken iced latte made with vanilla and cocoa.

The food menu consists of dishes like the breakfast burrito, chickpea scramble, poke bowl,

wood-fired oven pizzas, and other organic fare.

The New York Citybased coffee shop made its way out West with a new location off of the trendy Melrose Avenue.

Stone Street LA is more than just a cafe—it’s an all-day bar too so you can order a glass of rosé with your avocado toast (we won’t judge). The breakfast menu features sweet and savory breakfast items like challah French toast and the Stone Street bagel and lox but the mushroom toast might be the best thing on the menu. Weekly events range from comedy night on Wednesday and live music on Thursday which are held outside on the spacious patio.

Sightglass Coffee landed its first roastery and cafe location outside of San Francisco and it’s a sight to see. Situated in the newly developed Sycamore District in Hollywood the 12,300 square foot space is an all-day neighborhood cafe and marketplace with a glass window to peek inside the roastery. Grab coffee and stock up on flowers, wine, and prepared food for lazy winter evenings.

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GREATEST GIF T It’s our favorite time of the year! We curated a gift guide that features must-have products of the season from the brands we love. The collection includes handpicked items from both emerging and thriving brands that make the perfect holiday, housewarming, or just-because gift. We also encourage you to shop local and support your community so we made sure that every product featured in this year’s gift guide is available in retail stores throughout Los Angeles. Happy shopping! —LEILA NAJAFI

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Architect-turned-food blogger Kristina Cho shares her take on traditional Chinese sweet and savory baked goods with simple recipes for steamed buns, chocolate Swiss rolls, and more in her new cookbook Mooncakes & Milk Bread. Mooncakes & Milk Bread, $29.95 at Now Serving, 727 N Broadway #133, Los Angeles, CA 90012

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An Art of Tea best seller, these pre-measured packets of organic ceremonial grade matcha can be served cold brewed or hot. Art of Tea, $23 at Platform 8850 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232

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KitchenAid Mixer

This limited-edition mixer by KitchenAid comes in a white matte color with a stainless steel bowl that will spruce up any countertop. KitchenAid Limited Edition Light & Shadow Stand Mixer, $449.95 at Crate & Barrel stores

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Milla Chocolates makes handmade chocolate bars that are (almost) too pretty to eat. This gift box includes an assortment of chocolates including the award-winning Hazelnut Praline Bar. Milla Chocolates Deluxe Gift Box, $132 at Milla Chocolates, 9414 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232

Strings of Life is a trendy cafe off of Melrose that not only makes a solid cup of coffee but also sells pantry items that belong in every household including SOLRaccha, a housemade hot sauce. SOL-Raccha, $14 at Strings of Life, 609 N W Knoll Dr, West Hollywood, CA 90069

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LA-born brand, Brightland, has a cult following for its singleorigin olive oils and vinegar made with fresh ingredients sourced from family-run farms in California. Brightland Essential Capsule, $118 at Now Serving LA, 727 N Broadway #133, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Los Angeles-based AMASS specializes in botanical forward spirits and beverages like the Dry Gin, a bright, citrus-forward spirit made with 29 organic botanicals including locallygrown citrus and the Botanic Vodka that uses marigold to create a glycerin-free vodka.

AMASS Full Proof Set, $126 at Silverlake Wine, ​​ 2395 Glendale Blvd. A, Los Angeles, CA 90039

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DAOU wine

The easy-to-drink DAOU 2018 Soul of a Lion is an acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles with hints of cassis and cherries. DAOU 2018 Soul of a Lion, $129.95 at K&L Wine Merchant, 1400 Vine St, Hollywood, CA 90028

AMASS spirits

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This holiday set includes three travelsize non-toxic, vegan nail polishes from côte which also has a nail salon in Brentwood.

Côte Traveler Set, $24 at Cote Shop, 11714 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049

Now you can fill any home with the scent of the holidays like nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger with the vitruvi Stone Diffuser and limited-edition essential oils kit. vitruvi Stone Diffuser, $119 at goop, 225 26th St Suite 37, Santa Monica, CA 90402

The TechLoom Tracer by APL is not only stylish but it’s a performancedriven cross-training shoe designed for everyday workouts.

Available in 18 colorways including Black Parchment White shown here. Prices may vary by color. APL Women’s TechLoom Tracer, $230 at APL, 189 The Grove Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90036

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The Nue Fragrance

The Nue Functional Fragrance is an anti-stress supplement proven to reduce stress with just two sprays a day or as needed.

The unisex fragrance has woody and smoky notes with hints of Palo Santo. The Nue Functional Fragrance, $95 at Blue Mercury stores

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Aesop Gift Set

Prevent dry winter hands with The Advocate gift set

by Aesop in partnership with human rights charity Voice of Witness. The Advocate, $105 at Aesop stores

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The Skin Saviors set by Jack Black includes travel-size bottles every man needs for a skincare regimen on the go.

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Loki Dessert Plates

These whimsical dessert plates from CB2 are made of fine bone china and make the prettiest accessory for sweet treats. Loki Turquoise Dessert Plate, $10.95 each at CB2, 8000 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90046

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Readers will instantly be whisked away to a far-flung destination when they flip through the pages of Escape

by Gray Malin. Gray Malin Escape Coffee Table Book, $45 at Pages: A Bookstore, 904 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

This luxe black and white backgammon set from CB2 is made from faux snakeskin with brass detailing and will look good in any living room. Kimbra Backgammon Set, $99.95 at CB2, 8000 Sunset Blvd.

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NETTE candles

Clean candle brand NETTE introduces three new cozy scents that capture the essence of the season.

Candles are sustainably made and hand-poured in ceramic vessels that also double as coffee mugs after they are burned. NETTE candle, $68 at Nordstrom stores

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Estelle Colored Glassware

Pretty stemware that would make a great addition to any drinkware collection. This set of six blush pink coupe glasses by Estelle is perfect for bubbles and beyond. Estelle Colored Glassware, $195 at Nordstrom stores

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The Vertuo Next machine is the latest, slim-fit design from Nespresso made of 54% recycled plastic.

Available in a variety of colors and finishes.

Vertuo Next Deluxe, $199 at Nespresso Boutique Beverly Hills, 408 N Beverly Dr., Beverly Hills, 90210

This cozy knit throw

by Serena & Lily adds warmth to any bed or sofa. It comes in ivory, ochre, and coastal blue.

Fisherman’s Knit Throw, $348 at Serena & Lily, 1067 N Swarthmore Ave., Pacific Palisades, CA 90272

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The Sound of Music

Indoor lounge at Bar Lis; Mediterranean branzino at Issima

Check out these new restaurants and lounges in town that offer delicious food with a side of live music and entertainment.

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Beverly Hills, you’ll find a buzzy new gastronomic concept hailing from Madrid, with a lineup of high-profile partners including celebrity athletes Cristiano Ronaldo and Pau Gasol. Tatel celebrates Spanish cuisine and culture by bringing live music and an innovative menu

to the Golden Triangle.

Traditional Spanish dishes are recreated here such as the grilled Spanish octopus, seafood paella, and the obligatory Jamon Iberico but you’ll want to end on a sweet note and order the “world-famous” cheesecake which is light and creamy and sure to satisfy even those who

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aren’t a fan of the dessert. The classic roaring 20s-inspired dining room features a vibrant bar scene and convivial atmosphere thanks to a nightly program of entertainment ranging from a Spanish guitar player to a live band. 453 N Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 424.380.7902, tatelrestaurants.com

/ Issima / Owners Marissa and Matt Hermer were inspired by their frequent travels to Europe and wanted to capture the essence of the Mediterranean Coast in their hometown of Los Angeles.

Enter Issima, the trendy eatery inside Kimpton La Peer Hotel in West Hollywood which packs a full

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Clockwise from left: Indoor seating at Issima; gruyere cheese balls at Winston House; cheesecake at Tatel

cocktails are aptly named after dreamy European vacation spots like Santorini and Cannes and are just as graceful as the destinations they’re named after. A DJ is spinning nightly and whether you’re sitting poolside under a fringed umbrella, high above on the stringlit rooftop, or in one of the plush velvet booths

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indoors, you can expect good vibes everywhere.

623 N. La Peer Drive, West Hollywood, issima.la

/ Bar Lis / Tucked inside the brand new Thompson Hollywood, Bar Lis has been added to the list of rooftop hotspots in Los Angeles. When you walk inside the chic indoor and outdoor lounge it’s hard not to notice the views of the Hollywood Hills and downtown skyscrapers.

The menu of shareable plates and light bites is influenced by the French Riviera which also informs the smart casual dress code (read: save your t-shirt and shorts for the beach). Every Tuesday at 8pm, Bar Lis hosts a live modern jazz night from the team behind the internationally renowned social group French Tuesdays.

On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 9pm a DJ is spinning through the wee hours of the night. 1541 Wilcox Avenue, Los Angeles, 323.410.6210, barlisla.com

/ Winston House / Born from an underground weekly concert series, Winston House, previously hosted at co-owner Corey McGuire’s private loft welcomed musical guests like Justin Bieber and Ed Sheeran. The grassroots movement is now a modern-day supper club that brings muchneeded entertainment to the westside. Guests can enjoy elevated bar fare and live performances from international headliners, emerging artists, a local band, or DJ. 23 Windward Ave., Venice, 90291, winstonhouse.com

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house most nights—it’s the place to see and be seen. Menu highlights include fresh seafood plates like shrimp ceviche and an herb-flavored branzino, but don’t sleep on the finger-licking good lamb radiatore—a dish that originated at sister restaurant Olivetta across the street and quickly became a fan favorite. Craft

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STARS AND STELLAR SHOPPING AND DINING, HAPPENING CULVER CITY AND CENTURY CITY It’s only 5 square miles, but Beverly Hills looms large in pop culture. The posh locale is home to some of the priciest properties in L.A. County and boasts the country’s most recognizable ZIP code.

Rodeo Drive, perhaps the world’s most famous shopping street, offers virtually every luxury fashion brand. Nearby Century City and Culver City boast on-trend shopping and dining and entertainment industry heavy hitters.

Beverly Hills Hotel ushered in a frenzy of movie-star mansionbuilding in the hills north of Sunset Boulevard.

The triumvirate of Beverly Hills, Holmby Hills and Bel-Air still attracts famous and fabulously wealthy residents. Hop on the Beverly Hills Trolley Tour or book with Starline Tours to see notable homes in the area and other local landmarks.

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Beverly Hills’ glamorous reputation dates back to the early 20th century, when the opening of the

Find Louis Vuitton, Versace, and other high-end designer boutiques on Rodeo

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 its entertainment businesses; rub shoulders with the power-lunchers at Wolfgang Puck’s legendary Spago on Canon Drive.

Enjoy the city’s cultural offerings at The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts which transformed the Beverly

Hills Post Office into an entertainment venue.

CENTURY CITY West on Santa Monica Boulevard is modern acropolis Century City, home to ICM Partners, Creative Artists Agency and Fox Studios. Past Avenue of the Stars is Westfield Century City, an upscale open-air center with more than 175 stores including Tiffany & Co., Nordstrom, and Rodd & Gunn for men as well as an AMC multiplex, Din Tai Fung restaurant and Italian marketplace Eataly.

Nearby on Constellation Boulevard, epicures are also drawn to Hinoki & the Bird and Tom Colicchio’s Craft. Across the street, Clementine serves freshly-baked pastries and farm-to-table food perfect for picnics.

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Beverly Hills

Drive. The street is the crown jewel of the Golden Triangle shopping district bounded by Santa Monica and Wilshire boulevards and Canon Drive. Ascend a cobblestone street to parfumerie Henry Jacques and fine-art Galerie Michael at Two Rodeo.

CULVER CITY

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: dish at Vespertine; Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts; House of Bijan on Rodeo Drive.

OPPOSITE: Via Rodeo

Culver City boasts a thriving downtown with trendy bars and restaurants.

Near the intersection of Washington and National boulevards is the hip Platform lifestyle complex, plus a handy stop on the Metro Expo Line. To the east, the Hayden Tract boasts chef Jordan Kahn’s acclaimed “gastronomical experiment” Vespertine.

Culver City’s city seal proclaims it “the Heart of Screenland.” In 1915, Ince/Triangle Studios opened on Washington Boulevard; in 1924, the site became MGM Studios. Classics including Singin’ in the Rain and The Wizard of Oz would be filmed on its movie lots. Today, it is home to Sony Pictures Studios, where such hits as Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! are taped. Experience Culver City’s screen heritage on a Sony Pictures Studio Tour.

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CITY TOURS

Santa Monica COASTAL CITY AND NEIGHBORS MALIBU, VENICE, PACIFIC PALISADES AND BRENTWOOD 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 coastal draws such as Malibu and Pacific Palisades. Venice and its Abbot Kinney Boulevard draw an eclectic crowd; upscale Brentwood is home to the Getty Center and numerous A-listers.

SANTA MONICA Third Street Promenade, three pedestrian-only

blocks on 3rd Street between Broadway and Wilshire Boulevard, teems with people. Visitors can browse dozens of shops, including H&M and Anthropologie, and gawk at the myriad street artists.

If they don’t refuel at one of the many eateries along the Promenade, visitors can venture to the surrounding streets to restaurants from cozy pub Ye Olde King’s Head to Michelin-starred siblings Rustic Canyon for small plates and Cassia for Asian fusion.

Anchoring the promenade at Broadway is Santa Monica Place, an open-air shopping center

with Nordstrom, 80 boutiques and the top-level Dining Deck. Steps away is the 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 and LED-lit Ferris wheel.

MALIBU A few miles north of Santa Monica along Pacific Coast Highway is Malibu. Many of the city’s best destinations are visible from PCH, including renowned restaurants with ocean views, from the casual Malibu Seafood to the upscale Nobu Malibu.

Celebrity-frequented

Malibu Country Mart serves as the area’s town square; its Lucky’s steakhouse is new.

Adjacent Malibu Village and Malibu Lumber Yard offer plenty more shops and restaurants.

PACIFIC PALISADES There’s more than initially meets the eye in seemingly sleepy Pacific Palisades.

Palisades Village—from the developer of The Grove and the Americana at Brand—boasts more than 40 boutiques. The Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine on Sunset Boulevard is a 10-acre oasis with a koi- and swan-filled lake. The area’s crown jewel is the Getty Villa, inspired by a Julius Caesar-era villa and dedicated to the study of the art and cultures of ancient Greece, Rome and Etruria.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Night Flight cocktail at Citrin; Central Garden at the Getty; the Venice canals. OPPOSITE: Santa Monica Pier

VENICE Abbot Kinney developed Venice as an American version of the Italian city; the canals in his version are lined with multimillion-dollar bungalows. His namesake Abbot Kinney Boulevard is Venice’s coolest section, with restaurants such as Gjelina and distinctive boutiques making for an altogether entertaining stroll. On Ocean Front Walk, you might see street performers, vendors and Muscle Beach bodybuilders.

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

The area’s main draw is the architecturally stunning Getty Center, a hilltop museum boasting J. Paul Getty’s spectacular art collection and a beautiful central garden.

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West Hollywood THE SCENE INCLUDES SUNSET STRIP, MELROSE AND FAIRFAX AVENUES AND 3RD STREET For a municipality measuring less than 2 square miles and with fewer than 35,000 residents, WeHo wields enormous influence over the L.A. lifestyle.

Numerous world-class art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, nightclubs and theaters make it a frequent destination for locals and visitors alike. In the Fairfax and mid-Wilshire districts, find dining and shopping at the Grove and Original Farmers Market and culture along Museum Row.

SUNSET STRIP After dark, the iconic strip of Sunset Boulevard between Doheny Drive

and Crescent Heights Boulevard becomes one of the hottest stretches of asphalt in L.A. County.

The club scene rocks with legendary establishments such as the Roxy, the Whisky a Go Go and the Viper Room, which have a long history of hosting performances by rock ‘n’ roll royalty. Newer nightclubs include raucous 1 OAK. The Comedy Store continues to showcase leading names and emerging stars in stand-up, and restaurants such as Tesse and Merois offer upscale fare. During the day, boutiques and shops such as beloved indie Book Soup draw traffic.

MELROSE AVENUE Melrose Avenue is synonymous with trendiness; new expressions in fashion, art and food continue to percolate up and down this street. East of Fairfax Avenue, it offers indie boutiques, cafes, tattoo parlors and vintage shops.

To the west, Melrose becomes très sophistiqué, appealing to upscale tastes at Reformation, Kelly Wearstler, and Vivienne Westwood. Just off the avenue is the fashionable three-block Melrose Place, where luxury vehicles line up at chic Nine Zero One salon and boutiques such as Veronica Beard and Zimmermann.

BEVERLY BOULEVARD + 3RD STREET Beverly Boulevard and West 3rd Street, major east-west streets running through the city, are filled

with restaurants such as the new Theía and design showrooms and boutiques from some of the hottest up-and-coming clothing and accessories designers.

The two streets bracket the landmark eight-level Beverly Center. Bloomingdale’s, Gucci and Louis Vuitton boutiques, and restaurants including refined seafood destination Angler, are among more than 160 draws.

FAIRFAX AVENUE + MID-WILSHIRE L.A.’s Fairfax District and neighboring Mid-Wilshire are among the most culturally diverse neighborhoods in the Mid-City /West Hollywood area.

At Fairfax Avenue and Wilshire Boulevard is the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, a renowned facility with more than 100,000 works

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: Dishes at Theía; the Beverly Center; Chris Burden’s Urban Light at LACMA. OPPOSITE: Original Farmers Market.

dating from the ancient period to today. Adjacent to LACMA is the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, where the ice age comes alive. Additional venues on Museum Row include the renovated Petersen Automotive Museum and Craft Contemporary.

To the museums’ east is the burgeoning District La Brea, a walkable stretch filled with dining spots including French bistro République and boutiques including American Rag Cie. 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 Ethiopian restaurants along Fairfax Avenue, too.

Adjacent, and connected by a vintage trolley, is The Grove, an outdoor shopping center. The Grove has the character of an old-fashioned village square, with stained-glass street lamps and a central fountain. Nordstrom, a movie theater, boutiques including new Aritzia and Maje and restaurants including Bar Verde at Nordstrom, La Piazza, and Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill.

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STAR CULTURE: WALK OF FAME, GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY, SUMMER’S HOLLYWOOD BOWL With its new boutiques, hotels and restaurants, Hollywood has reemerged as a bona fide visitor destination. In the heart of Hollywood, check out classic theaters and eclectic museums; see the stars embedded on the Hollywood Walk of Fame; or tour the site of the Academy Awards. For a different kind of starry scene, head to Griffith Park for stargazing at the Griffith Observatory as well as hiking and golfing.

HOLLYWOOD + HIGHLAND Hollywood & Highland was a catalyst for the rebirth of Hollywood

Boulevard. Its Dolby Theatre is the home of the annual Academy Awards, and its central Babylon Court frames views of the iconic Hollywood sign; erected in 1923 to advertise a housing development, the 45foot-high letters originally read “Hollywoodland.”

Other draws include Japan House Gallery, MAC Cosmetics, new Anvio VR virtual reality experience and dining spots such as Cho Oishi for sushi and shabu shabu. Next door to Hollywood & Highland is the TCL Chinese Theatre (formerly Grauman’s Chinese Theatre), famed for the celebrity hand-

SHOWTIME Just opposite Hollywood & Highland is the ornate, lavishly illuminated El Capitan Theatre. Restored

by Disney, it offers special presentations of the studio’s releases. The 1922 Egyptian Theatre screens eclectic artsy and classic fare. The landmark Pantages Theatre stages megahit musicals such as Hamilton. The Hollywood Bowl is the largest, and best, outdoor amphitheater in the U.S. The Los Angeles Philharmonic takes up residence in the summer; picnicking there under the stars is among the city’s most memorable experiences.

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 visitors’ feet.

Marilyn Monroe’s star is steps from Hollywood & Highland. John Lennon’s is in front of the Capitol Records Building; the architectural landmark is designed to resemble a stack of records.

MUSEUMS, HOLLYWOOD-STYLE Hollywood has its share of museums, but you won’t encounter Picassos or Monets. Next to TCL

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and footprints embedded in concrete out front (see below). Nearby restaurants include The Barish, new at the Hollywood Roosevelt.

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame; TCL Chinese Theatre; Pantages Theatre.

OPPOSITE: Griffith Observatory

Chinese Theatre is Madame Tussauds Hollywood, filled with more than 100 wax figures. You can ponder zany accomplishments at the Guinness World Records Museum; the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium offers bizarre exhibits. The Hollywood Museum in the historic Max Factor Building displays 10,000 artifacts showcasing 100 years of showbiz history.

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

The hike up Mount Hollywood (3 miles round trip) provides views of the Hollywood sign; the Greek Theatre is a legendary music venue. Also here: the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens and the Western-heritageinspired Autry Museum of the American West; both are accessible from the Ventura and Golden State freeways.

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Downtown CULTURE AND COOL: MUSIC CENTER, THE ARTS DISTRICT, L.A. LIVE AND DISTINCTIVE DINING Downtown Los Angeles has undergone an eyepopping renaissance.

Historic art deco structures share the streetscape with glass-clad towers, and even movie stars have snapped up lofts in century-old buildings. The arts thrive along Grand Avenue as well as in the hip Arts District. L.A. Live is sports central; Chinatown and Olvera Street are fun cultural excursions; to the southwest, Exposition Park offers a trio of major museums.

GRAND AVENUE The heart of L.A.’s performing-arts scene and the site of its most dramatic

architecture, Grand Avenue lives up to its name.

Four venues on Bunker Hill make up the Music Center.

The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is home to L.A. Opera. The Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum host theatrical productions. Architect Frank Gehry’s spectacular Walt Disney Concert Hall is the home of the L.A. Philharmonic. After a show, 12-acre Grand Park is opposite.

BUNKER HILL Not far from Ahmanson Theatre is the postmodern Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels. A short walk south on Grand is

The Broad museum, a stunning edifice built by, and housing the contemporary-art collection of, philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad, and, just opposite. the Museum of Contemporary Art. Angels Flight is a vintage funicular that climbs to California Plaza from Hill Street. The Bunker Hill Steps rise five stories at the U.S. Bank Tower, site of the OUE Skyspace LA attraction (temporarily closed).

Across the street is the art deco-style Central Library.

OLVERA STREET The city’s origins date back to 1781 and El Pueblo de Los Angeles, a collection of 27 buildings along the festive pedestrian concourse Olvera Street. The city’s oldest building, Avila Adobe, is here, along with Mexican restaurants, mariachi bands and merchants

offering arts and crafts.

Across the street is Union Station, the largest railroad passenger terminal in the Western United States; a few blocks away is L.A.’s oldest restaurant, Philippe the Original (1908).

CHINATOWN Chinatown is the destination for dim sum—and dining at foodie meccas such as Howlin’ Ray’s for Nashville hot chicken— or browsing for clothing and home goods. Cultural highlights include the ornate Thien Hau Temple.

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

ARTS DISTRICT To the east of emerging hipster ‘hood Little Tokyo is the Arts District, which boasts myriad murals; shops and markets;

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: Beef-cheek tagine at Bavel; dancers at Olvera Street; Union Station. OPPOSITE: The Broad museum.

Hauser & Wirth gallery; a bevy of breweries; and lauded restaurants such as Bavel, Bestia and Brera—not to mention new Damian from world-renowned Mexico City chef Enrique Olvera.

L.A. LIVE The L.A. Live entertainment complex includes Microsoft Theater, night spots and a dozen restaurants such as Savoca and Patxi’s Pizza, all facing a massive plaza lined with LED screens. It adjoins Staples Center, home of the L.A. Lakers, Clippers, Sparks and Kings and host to top pop acts. The Grammy Museum honors musicians with videos, artifacts and exhibits.

EXPOSITION PARK South of downtown is Exposition Park, site of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum—home of USC Trojans football, twice host of the Summer Olympics—as well as the California African American Museum, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and California Science Center, which has a 3D Imax theater and displays the NASA space shuttle Endeavour.

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Manhattan Beach Pier

THE SOUTH BAY BOASTS OCEAN-VIEW DINING, MOM-AND-POP SHOPS AND FUN ATTRACTIONS. The South Bay is best known for its laidback beach towns and harbors.

Spend a day beach hopping or lounge seaside at one of the bustling restaurants or bars. Either way, there is plenty to do here both on and off the water.

MANHATTAN BEACH Less than 5 miles south of LAX, Manhattan Beach boasts 2 miles of beaches with sand so fine that developers exported it to Waikiki Beach in the 1920s. Laid-back Manhattan Beach is home to many professional athletes: You might 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. The city’s picturesque pier, with its newly modernized Roundhouse Aquarium, features plaques commemorating winners of the Manhattan Beach Open—the South Bay is die-hard beachvolleyball country. It’s also a playground for watersports 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 Love & Salt,

HERMOSA BEACH Head south on Manhattan Avenue to Pier Avenue, the heart of Hermosa Beach. Hermosa shares many characteristics with Manhattan Beach, including its own scenic stretch of beach 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 the foot of the pier becomes a different kind of South Bay scene, thanks to spillover from bars and restaurants such as Hennessey’s Tavern and Tower 12. To the plaza’s east, café/boutique Gum Tree and the Hook & Plow are standouts among the specialty shops and eateries that line Pier Avenue. Farther east, Becker 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.

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Manhattan Beach Post and The Strand House drawing gourmets from across L.A. The Metlox center is a popular gathering place, with shops like the Beehive.

Between Manhattan Beach and LAX to the north is El Segundo, an industrial city with a quaint downtown and upscale shopping and dining centers including The Point.

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 businesses such as Redondo Beach Sportfishing offer whale-watching tours and fishing excursions, while other local outfitters rent out kayaks, paddleboats, and bicycles.

South of the harbor, the historic Redondo Beach Pier attracts locals and visitors with quickand-casual eateries, amusements and souvenir shops. The Riviera Village shopping district has a small-town feel, with restaurants and specialty boutiques.

Head a few miles inland via Palos Verdes Drive North to the 87-acre South Coast Botanic Garden, a year-round attraction featuring 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 past the adjacent Point Vicente Lighthouse is the Mediterranean-style Terranea Resort, which offers fine dining, a 50,000-squarefoot oceanfront spa and a public nine-hole golf course. Farther along is the Wayfarers Chapel, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s son Lloyd Wright.

PALOS VERDES PENINSULA

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

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.

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cargo terminals, as well as a crafts marketplace and brewery. 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-turned-museum Battleship Iowa Museum. A few miles south is a marina, the Frank Gehry-designed Cabrillo Marine Aquarium and Cabrillo Beach—one of the county’s most popular windsurfing spots.

LONG BEACH In the county’s southwestern corner, Long Beach is home to 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 shipturned-hotel, dining and shopping attraction per-

manently 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 kitesurfing 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, vintage shops make up funky “Retro Row.” Farther east, a collection of modern and contemporary works deck the walls of the Museum of Latin American Art.

FROM TOP LEFT: COURTESY AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC; STEVE NICHOLS/ALAMY STOCK PHOTO

Above: A penguin at Long Beach’s Aquarium of the Pacific. Right: the Queen Mary ocean liner.

THE GUIDE / DINING 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.

Index Beverly Boulevard..................... 34 Beverly Hills.............................. 36 Brentwood................................. 36 Century City............................... 36 Culver City................................. 36 Downtown.................................. 36 Hollywood.................................. 38 La Brea Avenue......................... 38 La Cienega Boulevard.............. 38 Malibu........................................ 38 Pasadena................................... 38 Santa Monica............................. 38

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BEVERLY BLVD. / 3RD ST. / MELROSE AVE. A.O.C. > Mediterranean $$$ Eatery from James Beard awardwinning Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne pioneered two culinary trends: the small-plates format and wine bar. Also has a location in Brentwood. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8700 W. 3rd St., L.A., 310.859.9859 Map I12 (V) CROSSROADS KITCHEN > Mediterranean $$$ Chef/partner Tal Ronnen creates refined plant-based dishes, many inspired by nonvegan comfort classics. Popular dishes include artichoke “oysters,” Impossible Cigars, plus pizzas and pastas.

L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (SaSu). 8284 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.782.9245 Map H12

(V) GRACIAS MADRE > Mexican/Latin $$ Creative plant-based Mexican fare, and winning patio, please vegans and omnivores. L, D (daily). 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.978.2170 Map I12 JOAN’S ON THIRD > American $$ Cafe on busy West 3rd Street offers omelets, sandwiches, salads, soups, sweets, picnic baskets and gourmet items.

B, L, D (daily). 8350 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.655.2285 Map I12 ISSIMA > Mediterranean $$$ Hip restaurant at Kimpton La Peer Hotel poolside featuring seasonal Cal-Med fare and a DJ spinning nightly. D (Tu-Sa).

623 N. La Peer Drive, West Hollywood, 310.405.0779 Map I12

SOULMATE > Spanish/Mediterranean $$$ Trendy restaurant in the heart of West Hollywood featuring a retractable roof and hanging lush greenery. Spanish dishes with a modern twist and extensive craft cocktail menu. D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). 631 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.734.7764 Map I12 OSTERIA MOZZA > Italian $$$ L.A. breadmaker Nancy Silverton partners in Mozza’s contemporary Italian spots including this sophisticated dining room.

D (W-Su). 6602 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.0100 Map H13 PIZZERIA MOZZA > Italian $$ Osteria Mozza’s relaxed sibling offers pizzas, salumi and rustic specials. Delivery/takeout from Mozza2Go. D (W-Su). Pizzeria

Venice......................................... 40 West Hollywood......................... 40 Westside.................................... 40

(V) = Vegan/Vegetarian

Mozza: 641 N. Highland Ave., L.A., 323.297.0101. Mozza2Go: 6610 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.1130 Map H13 PROVIDENCE > Seafood $$$$ James Beard award winner/ Michelin-recognized chefowner Michael Cimarusti presents refined seafood dishes.

Outstanding cocktails. D (Tu-Sa). 5955 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.460.4170 Map I14 TREE OF WISHES > Mediterranean $$ Mediterranean-inspired menu featuring small shared plates and vegetarian-friendly dishes in a cozy, alfresco space. D (TuSu). 7469 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.433.7173 Map I13 THEÍA > Greek $$$ Lively indoor-outdoor spot offers taramasalata and 24-karatgold-leaf-accented steak tartare, moussaka, lamb burgers and tomahawk rib-eyes. D (nightly), Br (Sa) 8048 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.591.0059 Map I12

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Award-winning chef Danny Grant brings his signature woodfired cooking to The Shay hotel in Culver City. At the heart of Etta is a custom-built hearth that serves wood-fired pizzas and more. Cocktails are fresh takes on old classics like the Clarified Pina Colada and the Oaxacan Negroni but don’t overlook the Porron and Polaroid—a traditional Spanish wine pitcher served with a Polaroid camera memories. p. 36

THE BARISH, HOLLYWOOD’S THE BARISH, HOLLYWOOD’S NEW REIMAGINED STEAKHOUSE NEW REIMAGINED STEAKHOUSE

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BEVERLY HILLS THEBLVD PRIVÉ > California $$$ Extension of THEBlvd Restaurant on topiary-filled private cobblestone boulevard; food pairings with Champagne and fanciful cocktails. B, L (M-F); D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). Beverly Wilshire Hotel, 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.275.5200 Map J11 CRUSTACEAN > Pan-Asian $$$ Walk-on-water aquarium meanders through this gorgeous landmark serving chef Tony Nguyen’s modern Vietnamese dishes and others from Madame An’s “Secret Kitchen.” Intimate prix fixe experience Da Lat Rose is upstairs. L, D (Tu-Su). 468 N. Bedford Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.205.8990 Map I11 CULINA > Italian $$$ The ristorante offers a coastally inflected modern Rome-inspired menu, sleek crudo bar and extensive wine list. Adjacent is Vinoteca, a wine and espresso bar. B, L, D (daily). Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 300 S. Doheny Drive, L.A., 310.860.4000 Map J12 CUT > Steak $$$$ Getty Center architect Richard Meier and celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck collaboration is the place to savor Wagyu or dry-aged Nebraska steaks.

The menu is short on nostalgia, long on flavor. D (M-Sa).

Beverly Wilshire, 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.276.8500 Map J11 JEAN-GEORGES BEVERLY HILLS > California $$$$ Michelin-spangled Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s opulent dining room presents eight-course menus on the terrace. The

Rooftop by JG, its casual openair counterpart, has sweeping city views. D (Th-Su). Rooftop: B, L, D (daily). Waldorf Astoria, 9850 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.860.6666 Map J11 MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE > Steak $$$$ 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. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.888.8782 Map J11 MATSUHISA > Japanese $$$$ Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s relatively modest original flagship incorporates luxurious Western ingredients alongside Latin American spices. L, D (daily). 129 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.659.9639 Map I12 MATU > Steak $$$ New. A modern steak restaurant focusing on 100% grass-fed Wagyu beef with a special tasting menu that rotates nightly. D (daily). 239 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 424.317.5031 Map I11 MAUDE > California $$$$ Aussie celeb chef Curtis Stone helms 24-seat spot with quarterly changing tasting menu with optional wine pairings. D (TuSa). 212 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.859.3418 Map J11

with pork or crab or both—and a host of habit-forming sides.

Also has a location in Torrance.

L, D (daily). Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 424.382.1118 Map J10

SANT’OLINA > Cal-Med $$$ New. Pop-up on expansive rooftop at the Beverly Hilton presents flavor-packed recipes and 360-degree city views in a space that cheers by day and shimmers at night. D (Tu-Sa), L (SaSu). 9876 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.285.1260 Map J11

CULVER CITY

SPAGO > California $$$ Wolfgang Puck’s flagship restaurant, an L.A. institution, is a contemporary spot with a diverse daily-changing menu, from spicy tuna tartare to veal Wiener Schnitzel. D (Tu-Su).

176 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.385.0880 Map I11

ETTA > Cal-Med $$$ New. Acclaimed chef Danny Grant puts the spotlight on wood-fired dishes and homemade pastas. Expansive dining room with two outdoor patios.

8801 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, 424.570.4444 Map L11

TATEL > Spanish $$$$ New. A hotspot in the heart of Beverly Hills serving traditional Spanish Mediterranean dishes with a modern twist and live entertainment nightly. L,D (nightly). 453 N Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 424.380.7902 Map I11

DOWNTOWN

BRENTWOOD BALTAIRE > Steak $$$$ Chef Travis Strickland’s sophisticated restaurant offers Prime steaks, old-school charm and sun-or-stars dining on its terrace. L (M-F), D (nightly).

11647 San Vicente Blvd., L.A., 424.273.1660 Map J12 JON & VINNY’S > Italian $$ Stylish yet family-friendly diner from chef/owners Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo has it all— pastries, pizza, house-made pasta and meat entrees. Also on Fairfax Avenue. B, L, D (daily). 11938 San Vicente Blvd., L.A., 310.442.2733 Map J12

CENTURY CITY

NATALEE THAI > Thai $$ Traditional dishes such as Nutty Chicken and sole filet in red curry sauce served amid edgy decor. Veggie lovers favor the spicy maha jumlong curry. Also in Venice. L, D (daily). 998 S. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.855.9380 Map J12

LUMIÈRE > French $$$ New. Modern American French brasserie inside the iconic Fairmont Century Plaza hotel serving traditional French dishes such as chicken liver mousse, French onion soup, and steak frites. Pastries and light fare for breakfast. B, D (nightly).

2025 Avenue of the Stars, L.A., 310.424.3031 Map K11

RIVIERA 31 > California $$ Elevated comfort food with dishes like fried oysters, Wagyu

DIN TAI FUNG > Chinese $$ Foodies and families line up for renowned dumplings filled

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NATALEE THAI > Thai $$ Traditional dishes, edgy decor.

Nutty Chicken; sole filet in red curry sauce; vegetarian maha jumlong curry. L, D (daily). 10101 Venice Blvd., L.A., 310.202.7003 Map L11

71ABOVE > American $$$$ Chef Javier Lopez’s swanky restaurant on the 71st floor of the U.S. Bank Tower. Skyline views and, yes, elevated contemporary dishes. A la carte at the bar, prix fixe in the dining room. D (nightly). 633 W. 5th St., 71st Floor, downtown, 213.712.2683 Map H16 BAVEL > Mediterranean $$$ Bestia chef Ori Menashe and wife/pastry chef Genevieve Gergis make Middle Eastern cuisine mainstream at their lively Arts District spot. Wide range of meze; herb-stuffed dorade with red chermoula. D (nightly).

500 Mateo St., downtown, 213.232.4966 Map J17 BESTIA > Italian $$$ “Beast”-focused dishes— e.g., roasted marrow bone with spinach gnocchetti—at multiregional Italian in the Arts District. D (nightly).

2121 E. 7th Place, downtown, 213.514.5724 Map east of J17 CHA CHA CHÁ > Mexican $$ New. Sibling to Terraza Cha Cha Chá in Mexico City launches lush rooftop perch in the Arts District with design elements of Mexican villa and Palm Springs.

D (Tu-Su). 812 E. 3rd St., downtown, chachacha.la Map I17 DAMIAN > Cal-Baja $$$ Chef Enrique Olvera of Pujol in Mexico City—considered North America’s best restaurant— opens sophisticated produce-

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burger, pizza, and fried chicken sandwich. Live entertainment nightly including jazz and salsa night. D (M-Sa), Br (Su). 8555.

Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, 310.278.5444 Map I12

DINING driven spot in the Arts District.

Dungeness crab gordita; pescado a la brasa. Ditroit taqueria is in the alley adjacent. D (W-Su).

2132 E. 7th Place, downtown, damiandtla.com Map I11 DRAGO CENTRO > Italian $$$ Chef Celestino Drago’s wellexecuted Italian fare and extensive wine list are presented in a handsome contemporary space.

D (M-Sa). 525 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.228.8998 Map H16

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GIRL & THE GOAT > California $$$ New. Farm-to-table restaurant in the Arts District led by acclaimed chef Stephanie Izard. The seasonal menu is a nod to California produce featuring small plates and beautiful craft cocktails.

B (Su), D (daily). 555-3 Mateo St., L.A. 213.799.4628 Map J17 L.A. PRIME > Steak $$$$ City views, wet-aged steaks and winning wine list on the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites’ 35th floor. D (Th-Su). The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, 404 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.612.4743 Map I16 ORSA & WINSTON > Fusion $$$$ Acclaimed chef/owner Josef Centeno draws on Japanese and Italian traditions for a daily changing five-course tasting menu. D (Tu-Sa).

122 W. 4th St., downtown, 213.687.0300 Map I16 PHILIPPE THE ORIGINAL > Quick Bites $ Purported birthplace of French dip sandwich, this down-home cafeteria is an L.A. institution, established in 1908. Consider the 50-cent coffee. B, L, D (daily).

1001 N. Alameda St., downtown, 213.628.3781 Map G17 Q SUSHI > Japanese $$$$ The omakase-only Michelinrecognized experience at this intimate sushi bar showcases the strictly traditional artistry of chef Hiroyuki Naruke. L, D (TuSa). 521 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.225.6285 Map I16 REDBIRD > American $$$ Chef Neal Fraser offers contemporary cuisine and retro cocktails amid Spanish Baroque decor in former Cathedral of St. Vibiana rectory. $10 happy hour drinks. D (W-Su), Br (SaSu ) 114 E. 2nd St., downtown, 213.788.1191 Map H17

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DINING focused luxury spot at the Beverly Center. The menu centers on a wood-burning hearth. D (TuSa). 8500 Beverly Blvd., Suite 117, L.A., 424.332.4082 Map J12 BARTON G. THE RESTAURANT > American $$$ L.A. location of Miami spot offers showstopping food presentations in fine-dining setting. Laughing Bird Popcorn Shrimp; cotton-candy Marie Antoinette’s Head. D (nightly).

861 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.388.1888 Map I12

ROSSOBLU > Italian $$$ Bolognese favorites in gorgeous spot at City Market South in the Fashion District. D (W-Su).

1124 San Julian St., downtown, 213.749.1099 Map J16 SAVOCA > Cal-Ital $$$ California trattoria at JW Marriott L.A. Live unveils the Cottages at Savoca, outdoor dining cottages with electric candles, cozy decor and skyline views. D (Th-Sa), B (F-Su), Br (Su). Cottages: D (Th-Sa). 900 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.765.8630 Map I15 YANG CHOW > Chinese $$ The Yun family has been offering Mandarin and Szechuan cuisine at elegant Chinatown mainstay since 1977. The Slippery Shrimp is renowned. L, D (daily).

819 N. Broadway, downtown, 213.625.0811 Map G17

HOLLYWOOD / EASTSIDE BAR LIS > French-Med $$$ Chic indoor and outdoor rooftop bar and lounge. Menu features shareable bites and extensive wine list inspired by the French Riviera. Live jazz music every Tuesday night and DJ on the weekends. D (Tu-Su). 1541 Wilcox Ave., L.A., 323.410.6210 Map H13 GWEN > American $$$$ Maude chef Curtis Stone and his brother Luke offer meatcentric tasting menus in an art deco dining room; plus European-style butcher shop. L, D (daily). 6600 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.946.7513 Map H14 MUSSO & FRANK GRILL > Steak $$$ Storied restaurant, Hollywood’s oldest, recently marked its centennial. Enjoy flannel cakes, lobster Thermidor and Welsh

rabbit. Start with the martini; the drink was purportedly invented here. D (Tu-Su). 6667 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.7788 Map H13

LA BREA / MID-CITY JON & VINNY’S > Italian $$ Stylish modern diner offers pastries, pizza, creative vegetable dishes, pasta and meat entrees.

Also in Brentwood. B, L, D (daily). 412 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.334.3369 Map B2 PINK’S HOT DOGS > Quick Bites $ There’s a perpetual queue at the legendary stand, open since 1939; the menu offers about 40 kinds of hot dogs and chili cheeseburgers, too. Open late. B, L, D (daily). 709 N. La Brea Ave., L.A., 323.931.4223 Map I13 RÉPUBLIQUE > French $$ Walter Manzke and pastry-chef wife Margarita offer bistro classcs (e.g., escargots, duck confit, steak frites) in a landmark that once housed silent-film legend Charlie Chaplin’s studio. Café: B, L (daily); D (Tu-Su). 624 S. La Brea Ave., L.A., 310.362.6115 Map I13 THE BARISH > Italian Steakhouse $$$ Chef/author/James Beard award winner Nancy Silverton launches first new restaurant in eight years and first at a hotel.

Wood-fire-grilled beef dry-aged in house, wood-fire-baked pastas. D (W-Su). Hollywood Roosevelt 7000 Hollywood Blvd., 323.769.8888 Map H13

LA CIENEGA BLVD. / RESTAURANT ROW ANGLER > Seafood $$$$ Acclaimed Bay Area chef Joshua Skenes brings his Michelinstarred prowess to sea-life-

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GOZEN BISTRO > Japanese $$$$ Director Mr. Hide presents tiered seasonal kaiseki tasting menus featuring premium ingredients, e.g. Angus-wagyu hybrid beef and exclusive small-batch junmai sakes; elaborate bento boxes to go. D (M-Sa). 521 N. La Cienega Blvd., 213.308.9393 Map J12 NOBU > Japanese $$$$ Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s flagship location—there are dozens around the world—focuses on sushi. Black cod in miso is his signature dish. D (nightly).

903 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.657.5711 Map H12

MALIBU DUKE’S MALIBU > Seafood $$ Named for surf legend Duke Kahanamoku; daily-changing fresh fish plus tropical cocktails and ocean views. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 21150 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.317.0777 Map west of K7 LUCKY’S MALIBU > Steak $$$ Second location of Montecito steakhouse serves USDA Prime steaks, live lobster and classic cocktails. D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su).

Malibu Country Mart, 3835 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, 310.317.0099 Map M8 MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB > Seafood $$$$ On-the-waterfront eatery offers Malibu views; ahi tartare and caviar starters followed

by Maine lobster and steaks.

Also has a location in Beverly Hills. D (nightly), Br (SaSu). 18412 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.454.4357 Map west of K7 NOBU MALIBU > Japanese $$$$ World renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s coastal spot attracts celebs and foodies for excellent

sushi and Asian-fusion dishes as well as beautiful ocean views. Reservations are strongly recommended. L, D (daily). 22706 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.317.9140 Map west of K7

PASADENA / GLENDALE ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE > Steak $$$$ Super-luxe take on the American steakhouse—with Japanese influences. Certified Angus beef, domestic and imported wagyu; cotton candy dessert. D (nightly).

111 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 626.486.1111 Map Q20 DIN TAI FUNG > Chinese $$ Foodies and families line up for renowned Shanghai-style dumplings filled with pork or crab or both, noodles and a host of habit-forming sides.

L, D (daily). The Americana at Brand, 177 Caruso Ave., Glendale, 818.551.5561 Map U23 FLOAT > American $$$ Cozy neighbordhood cafe with a retro vibe and modern take on old-fashioned soda fountains.

B, L (daily). 380 S. Lake Ave., #106 Pasadena, 626.844.3488 Map Q19

SANTA MONICA BIRDIE G’S > American $$$ James Beard award-nominated chef Jeremy Fox (Rustic Canyon) presents “regional American cookery and timeless family recipes” at Bergamot Station. D (nightly). 2421 Michigan Ave., Santa Monica, 310.310.3616 Map L9 BLUE PLATE OYSTERETTE > Seafood $$$ Spot near Santa Monica Pier puts a “California twist on East Hampton summer lobster bakes,” with oysters on the half shell, clam chowder and lobster rolls. L, D (daily). 1355 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.576.3474 Map L8 YE OLDE KING’S HEAD > Steak $$$ Pub/restaurant offers English fare, known for fish and chips. B,L,D (daily); high tea (W-Sa). 116 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.451.1402 Map L8 CASSIA > Asian Fusion $$$ Asian brasserie from Rustic Canyon team is inside a 1930s building. Vietnamese pot-aufeu, grilled-pork-belly vermicelli.

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PASJOLI > French $$$$ New. Modern French bistro that earned a Michelin-star in 2021.

Helmed by award-winning chef Dave Beran, standout dishes include the chicken liver mousse, scallop mousse, and roasted duck breast paired with a mostly French wine list. D (nightly).

2732 Main Street, Santa Monica, 424.330.0020 Map L8 RUSTIC CANYON > California $$$ Michelin-starred spot from chef /owner Jeremy Fox offers small plates, e.g., tamari turnips, mussels pozole verde, sour-dough linguine cacio e pepe. D (nightly).

1119 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.393.7050 Map L8

SOUTH BAY / LONG BEACH BUNGALOW KITCHEN > New American $$ New. Chic, bohemian, eclectic spot overlooking marina by chef Michael Mina/nightlife guru Brent Bolthouse. Chile-garlic king crab; carbonara pizza; short-rib pop tart. L, D, Br (daily). 2nd & PCH, 6460 Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, 562.431.0445 Map O17 FISHING WITH DYNAMITE > Seafood $$$ Chef David LeFevre (Arthur J, M.B. Post) offers old-school seafood plates with East Coast inspirations. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 1148 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.893.6299 Map L13 IM.B. POST > American $$$ Chef David LeFevre serves farm-to-table artisanal plates of seafood, cured meats, and freshbaked breads in former post office. D (nightly). 1142 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.5405 Map L13

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

Heated outdoor patio. 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.

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NOBLE BIRD ROTISSERIE > New American $$ Spot opposite marina serves 24-hour-brined slow-cooked birds. Korean-inspired G Chicken; coq au vin; and composed sides.

Mecca for those with food allergies. L, D (daily). 2nd & PCH, 6460 Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, 562.431.0445 Map O17 REMIX KITCHEN BAR > Eclectic $$ New. Chef Ross Pangilinan serves small plates—roasted Brussels sprouts with Korean chile, citrus and peanuts; Filipino fried chicken

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DINING with pickled chiles and calamansi honey—and pastas including shrimp-and-bone-marrow arrabbiata. Omakase-style tasting menu at Chef’s Table. D (Tu-Sa), L (Sa-Su). Long Beach Exchange, 3860 Worsham Ave., Long Beach, 562.421.0200 Map 17

VENICE BULL & BUTTERFLY > Cal-Baja Steaks $$$ New. Ranching roots from Paso Robles to Guadalupe Valley evoked with ember-cooked vegetables, spit-roasted chicken and charcoal-broiled steaks —notably rib-eye cap asada.

D (W-Su). The Runway, 12746 Jefferson Blvd., Playa Vista, 213.267.2900 Map N10 FELIX TRATTORIA > Italian $$$ Chef Evan Funke has a glassenclosed, temperature-controlled pasta laboratorio where his masterpieces take shape before diners’ eyes. Advance reservations are recommended. D (nightly). 1023 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 424.387.8622 Map M9

GJELINA > Cal-Med $$$ Small farm-to-table plates, vegetable dishes, and upscale pizzas served to chic Westsiders; one of Venice’s most popular eateries with a lively patio. Advance reservations are highly recommended.

Also, Gjelina Take Away to go next door and Gjusta nearby. B, L, D (daily). 1429 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.450.1429 Map N9

WINSTON HOUSE > Eclectic $$$ New. Modern-day supperclub with surprise rotating nightly performances from local bands and DJs with European-inspired fare.

Reservations are required. D (ThSu). 23 Winward Ave., Venice, hello@winstonhouse.com Map N9

NUEVA > Mexican $$$ New. Cantina offers contemporary Mexican on a colorful patio.

Highlights: hamachi and uni with local citrus, charred peanuts and fresno chile; octopus tacos; alt-agave (e.g., sotol) cocktails.

L (Sa-Su), D (nightly). 822 Washington Blvd., Marina del Rey, 310.747.6050 Map N9

BOA STEAKHOUSE > Steak $$$$ Way hip, way fine steaks from kosher rib-eye to Japanese F1 filet mignon with choice of rubs and sauces; plus cutting-edge cocktails. Also has a location in Santa Monica. D (nightly). 9200 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2050 Map H12

OSPI > Italian $$$ New. Italian spot near the boardwalk offers olive oil-glossed country toast with toppings from garlic to chilled lobster; Sardinian gnocchi with beef cheek ragu; and pizzas with cracker-thin tonda-style crusts. L, D (daily).

2025 Pacific Ave., Venice, 424.443.5007 Map N9

DAN TANA’S > Italian $$$ New York-style restaurant in a yellow bungalow, an L.A. classic for more than half a century. Specialties include red-sauce pastas and huge steaks. Reservations are required. D (nightly). 9071 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.275.9444 Map I11

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MADRE! > Mexican $$ New. Restaurant and mezcaleria with Oaxacan focus offers refined takes on specialties such as mole palenquero, decor featuring indigenous artifacts, and mezcal from small producers. Th-Su evenings.

L, D (daily). 801 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.850.8518 Map I13 MEROIS > Asian-fusion $$$$ New. Sunset Strip hot spot from legendary chef Wolfgang Puck on the rooftop of Pendry West Hollywood. Southeast Asian menu with California influences.

L, D (daily) 8430 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.918.3410 Map H12

WESTSIDE BICYCLETTE > French $$$$ New. Traditional French dishes like duck breast and onion tarte from the team behind Republique and Petty Cash. D (nightly) 9575 Pico Blvd., L.A., info@bicyclettela.com Map H12

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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 Attractions....................................42 Studio Tours..................................43 Museums......................................43 Shopping.......................................44 Nightlife.........................................35 Performing Arts...........................48 Explore..........................................48

Call for schedule. $40-$50.

6400 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 844.307.4644, Map H14

Get a behind-the-scenes look inside the hit sci-fi television show Star Trek. The immersive exhibit Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds at Skirball Cultural Center will showcase over one hundred rare artifacts, props, and set pieces from Star Trek: The Original Series including the navigation console and Spock’s tunic worn by Leonard Nimoy. Advance reservations are required which include a 90-minute time slot. General admission is $18. p. 46 ATTRACTIONS AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC Focus is on Pacific Ocean sea life. Touch the ocean’s predators in Shark Lagoon, see jellies in the Wonders of the Deep gallery, penguins, sea lions and 11,000 other animals. Advanced reservations are required. M-Th 9 a.m.-6 p.m. F-Su 9 a.m.-8 p.m. $27-$37, under 3 free. 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, 562.590.3100 Map O16 CATHEDRAL OF OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS Contemporary 11-story cathedral by Spanish architect Rafael Moneo opposite Music Center. M-F 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sa 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Su 7 a.m.6 p.m. 555 W. Temple St., L.A., 213.680.5200 Map H17

CHINATOWN Ornate architecture, dim sum, traditional and trendy eateries and shops with Eastern wares surrounding a central plaza. Art and antiques on Chung King Road. Between Cesar E. Chavez Avenue and Bernard Street, Yale and Spring streets, downtown Map G17 DESCANSO GARDENS Coast live oaks, roses, Ancient Forest, Japanese Garden and camellia garden. M-F 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sa-Su 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5-$15, under 5 free. 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, 818.949.4200 Map Q19 DISNEYLAND Mickey Mouse’s theme park. Attractions include new land Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and classics Space Moun-

tain and Pirates of the Caribbean.

New super-hero land Avengers Campus opens at adjacent Disney California Adventure.

Call for hours. $98-$154, under 3 free. 1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.781.4565 Map D6 EL CAPITAN THEATRE 1926 Spanish-style movie palace screens Disney films new and old. Pre-show preludes on Wurlitzer pipe organ. Call for tour schedule, pricing. 6838 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.7674 Map H13 IMMERSIVE VAN GOGH “Step inside” the works of postImpressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. An hour-long walkthrough digital-art experience at former Amoeba Music building.

KNOTT’S BERRY FARM The small family farm turned into a 160-acre theme park and worldrenowned attraction with roller coasters, shows, and entertainment for all ages. 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, 714.220.5200, Map 5D JAPAN HOUSE This project from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs features an exhibition gallery and a Monozukuri Shop with a curated selection of Japanese products, plus a cafe, a restaurant, a library, an event venue and views of L.A. Daily 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Hollywood & Highland, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 800.516.0565, japanhouse.jp/ losangeles Map H13 L.A. LIVE Entertainment center is home to Grammy Museum, Microsoft Theater and Novo

by Microsoft, restaurants, hightech bowling lanes and nightspots such as the Conga Room.

800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.763.5483 Map I15 LOS ANGELES COUNTY ARBORETUM & BOTANIC GARDEN Peafowl roam the grounds and roost overhead at this idyllic 127-acre garden. Daily 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (last admission 6:30 p.m). $5-$15, under 5 free. Free third Tuesday of the month.

301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, 626.821.3222 Map Q22

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MUSEUMS LOS ANGELES ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDENS The zoo, located in Griffith Park, is home to 250 animal species, many of them endangered, living among immersive habitats and lush gardens. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ticket sales cease one hour before closing. $17-$22, under 2 free. Griffith Park, 5333 Zoo Drive, L.A., 323.644.4200 Map T23 MADAME TUSSAUDS HOLLYWOOD Get close to the stars: 125 figures include celebrities, pop icons, actors and actresses; Marvel Super Heroes 4D. Daily 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $30-$46, under 3 free. 6933 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.798.1670 Map H13 THE ORIGINAL FARMERS MARKET Landmark destination for both locals and visitors established in 1934 boasts 120 produce stalls, restaurants and gift shops in open-air setting.

Adjacent to the Grove shopping center. 6333 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.933.9211 Map I13 PORSCHE EXPERIENCE CENTER Drivers 21 and up pilot latest-model Porsches for 90 minutes on a 4-mile track with a driving coach at 53-acre center.

Plus simulators, store and restaurant 917. 19800 S. Main St., Carson, 888.204.7474 Map M15 RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! ODDITORIUM Three hundred displays feature curiosities gathered by traveler Robert Ripley in the 1930s. M-Th 11 a.m.-8 p.m., F-Sa 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Su 10 a.m.8 p.m. $10-$15, under 3 free.

6780 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.466.6335 Map H13 RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM Visit Air Force One Pavilion, see full-size replica of White House Oval Office. W-Su 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $6-$16, under 2 free. 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, 800.410.8354 Map northwest of A1 SAN DIEGO ZOO First opened in 1916, the world-famous zoo houses 4,000 rare and endangered animals in a charming park with gorgeous inclined walking trails—with private tours also available. Free parking. Open daily. 2920 Zoo Drive, Balboa Park, 619.231.1515, Map TK SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK Go on a safari through

the 1,800-acre preserve, home to herds of exotic animals roaming in vast enclosures resembling African and Asian plains. Experiences include the Sun-Up Cheetah Safari, where you can see a cheetah run at top speed. 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, 760.747.8702 Map TK TCL CHINESE THEATRE Movie palace and Walk of Fame featuring stars’ handprints and footprints. 6925 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.461.3331, tclchinesetheatres.com Map H13 UNIVERSAL CITYWALK Dining, shopping, entertainment promenade includes eateries Dongpo Kitchen, LudoBird and Voodoo Doughnut; boutiques and novelty stores; Universal Cinema and Imax; and simulated skydiving wind tunnel iFly Hollywood. Call for hours. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 818.622.4455 Map U20 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD Movie-inspired theme park. The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash! and spectacularly realistic dinosaur Indominus rex at Jurassic World— The Ride are new. Plus Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Studio tour includes King Kong 360 3-D, Fast & Furious—Supercharged. Call or check website for hours and prices. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 800.864.8377, universalstudioshollywood.com Map U20

STUDIO TOURS PARAMOUNT PICTURES STUDIO TOUR Group tours of the city of Hollywood’s longest-operating and only remaining major studio. Reservations are recommended. Daily 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Studio Tour $60, VIP Tour $189, under 10 not admitted. 5515 Melrose Ave., Hollywood, 323.956.1777, paramountstudiotour.com Map I14 SONY PICTURES STUDIO TOUR Two-hour walking tour of working motion-picture studio includes stages where TV shows and movies including The Wizard of Oz and Spider-Man were filmed. Reservations required.

M-W, F 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Th 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. $50, under 12 not admitted. VIP Tours also available, starting at $130. 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.244.8687 Map L11

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UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD Legendary studio tour (also see listing under “Attractions“). VIP Experience includes front-of-line privileges, expert tour guide, gourmet lunch, visits to Will & Grace set.

For hours/prices, check universalstudioshollywood.com.

100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 818.622.3801 Map U20 WARNER BROS. STUDIO TOUR HOLLYWOOD Three-hour tour of TV and film studio includes backlots, prop warehouse, the real Friends Central Perk set, Batmobiles and observation of filming when possible. CalTech Physics Lab Cafeteria. Deluxe tour available. Reservations recommended. Daily 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. $55-$68, under 8 not admitted. Parking $12.

3400 W. Riverside Drive, Burbank, 877.492.8687 Map U20

MUSEUMS ACADEMY MUSEUM OF MOTION PICTURES New immersive museum dedicated to the history of films and moviemaking. Reservations required. M-Th, Su 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; F-Sa 10 a.m.-8 p.m. $15-25; under 17 free. 6067 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.930.3000 Map J13 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. Tu-Su 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $6-$14, under 3 free. 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A., 323.667.2000 Map H14 THE BROAD Architecturally significant museum built by phi-

lanthropists and art collectors Eli and Edythe Broad contains more than 2,000 spectacular works of contemporary art.

Tu-W 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Th-F 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sa 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Su 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. See thebroad.org for special-exhibition ticket prices and extended hours.

Online reservations encouraged.

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 U.S. Tu-Su 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free. Parking $12, $15 after 5 p.m. Cash only. 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, L.A., 213.744.7432 Map M8 CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER Interactive exhibits for budding scientists; Imax theater.

Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Permanent gallery, free; admission for Imax varies. Parking $12, $15 after 5 p.m. Cash only. 700 Exposition Park Drive, Exposition Park, L.A., 323.724.3623 Map K15 COMPOUND New, cultural complex featuring exhibits by emerging artists, poetry and wellness classes.

Tu-Sa noon-7 p.m. Free admission. 1395 Coronado Ave., Long Beach, 562.735.3555 Map D4 GETTY CENTER Travertine-clad hilltop facility houses collections of paintings, drawings, antiquities, photographs and decorative arts. Fabulous Central Garden and city views. Tu-F, Su 10 a.m.5:30 p.m.; Sa 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Free. Parking $15, $10 after 3 p.m. 1200 Getty Center Drive, L.A., 310.440.7300 Map H9

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KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Celebrating 40 years, this museum for kids ages through 10 offers more than 40 hands-on exhibits, programs and events on almost 3.5 acres of indoor and outdoor space.

Th-Su 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $13-$15, under 1 free. 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, 626.449.9144 Map Q18

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GETTY VILLA Getty Center’s exquisite coastal counterpart features Etruscan, Roman and Greek antiquities. W-M 10 a.m.5 p.m. Free. Parking $15, $10 after 3 p.m. Advance timed tickets required for entry. 17985 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacific Palisades, 310.440.7300 Map K7

exhibits, programs and events on almost 3.5 acres of indoor and outdoor space. Th-Su 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $13-$15, under 1 free. 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, 626.449.9144 Map Q18

GRAMMY MUSEUM Museum on L.A. Live campus explores music, the creative and recording processes and Grammy Awards history. F-Su noon-6 p.m. $13-16, under 6 free. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.765.6800 Map I15

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.

W-Su 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. $7-$15, under 3 free. 5801 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.934.7243 Map J13

HAMMER MUSEUM UCLAaffiliated venue presents traveling exhibitions, and permanent collection. Th-Su noon-6 p.m.

Free; includes pass to the Huntington for concurrent biennial. 10899 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 310.443.7000 Map J10

GRAMMY MUSEUM Museum on L.A. Live campus explores music, the creative and recording processes and Grammy Awards history. F-Su noon-6 p.m. $13-16, under 6 free. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.765.6800 Map I15

HUNTINGTON LIBRARY, ART MUSEUM, AND BOTANICAL GARDENS Art, buildings and grounds with more than a dozen themed gardens; several dining concepts; gallery; and an education and visitor center.

W-M 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $13-$29, under 4 free. 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, 626.405.2141 Map R21

HAMMER MUSEUM UCLAaffiliated venue presents traveling exhibitions and installations and permanent collection. Th-Su noon-6 p.m. Free; includes pass to the Huntington for concurrent biennial. 10899 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 310.443.7000 Map J10

JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM Promotes understanding of ethnic diversity with a focus on the Japanese American experience. F-Su 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $6-$12, under 6 free. 100 N. Central Ave., downtown, 213.625.0414 Map H17 KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Museum for kids with more than 40 hands-on

HUNTINGTON LIBRARY, ART MUSEUM, AND BOTANICAL GARDENS Art, buildings and grounds with more than a dozen themed gardens; several dining concepts; a beautiful gallery; and an education and visitor center. W-M 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $13-$29, under 4 free.

1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, 626.405.2141 Map R21 JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM Promotes understanding of ethnic diversity with a focus

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LA BREA TAR PITS AND MUSEUM Paleontologists uncover ice age L.A. Everbubbling tar pits make up the world’s most famous fossil-excavation site. W-Su 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. $7-$15, under 3 free. 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. Chris Burden’s Urban Light installation welcomes museumgoers. M-Tu, Th 11 a.m.5 p.m.; F 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sa-Su 10 a.m.-7 p.m. $10-$21, under 13 free. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.857.6000 Map J13 MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART Premier contemporary art museum in two facilities: Arata Isozaki-designed MOCA Grand Avenue and Geffen Contemporary, which displays exhibitions in a former police-car warehouse.. M, W, F 11 a.m.6 p.m.; Th 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sa-Su 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. MOCA Grand Avenue, 250 S. Grand Ave., downtown; The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA, 152 N. Central Ave., downtown, 213.626.6222 Map H16, H17 MUSEUM OF LATIN AMERICAN ART Leading museum of modern and contemporary Latin American art and Robert Gumbiner Sculpture Garden. Tu-F 10 a.m.5 p.m.. $7-$10, under 12 free.

628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach, 562.437.1689 Map O6 NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY Thirty-three million objects, from dinosaur fossils to fish. Highlights include the 3.5-acre Nature Gardens, interactive Nature Lab and Tyrannosaurus rex growth-

series exhibit. Daily 9:30 a.m.5 p.m. $5-$12, under 3 free. 900 Exposition Blvd., Exposition Park, L.A., 213.763.3466 Map K15 PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM 135 vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles in permanent and rotating exhibits.

W-Su 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $11-$16, under 4 free. Tours of newly expanded and renovated vault $20-$30, under 10 not admitted. 6060 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.930.2277 Map J13 SKIRBALL CULTURAL CENTER Venue highlights the American Jewish experience through engaging exhibitions and programs. The awardwinning Noah’s Ark attraction is great for tots. Tu-F noon-5 p.m.; Sa-Su 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7-$12, under 2 free, free Thursdays. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., L.A., 310.440.4500 Map G9

SHOPPING THE AMERICANA AT BRAND Downtown Glendale retail, dining and entertainment hot spot from the creators of the Grove has a Main Street U.S.A. atmosphere and trolley.

Louis Vuitton and Indochino are among the 90 or so stores. Dining options include Din Tai Fung, Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina and new Nonna’s Empanadas.

889 Americana Way, Glendale, 818.637.8900 Map U23 BEVERLY CENTER Trendsetting mall near West Hollywood just completed a multimillion-dollar renovation. It has more than 100 boutiques (Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana) and is anchored

by Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s.

New dining options include Angler from chef Joshua Skenes, Farmhouse, Yardbird Southern Table & Bar, Pitchoun!, Eggslut, Marugame Udon and Easy’s diner. 8500 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 310.854.0070 Map I12 THE BLOC Vibrant open-air urban center encompasses a full city block along L.A.’s iconic 7th Street corridor and boasts exciting dining (Joey DTLA and District), shopping (Macy’s and Uniqlo) and (Alamo Drafthouse Cinema) options. 700 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.454.4926, theblocla.com Map I16 CITADEL OUTLETS Assyrian architecture south of downtown along the Golden State (5)

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on the Japanese American experience. F-Su 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $6-$12, under 6 free. 100 N. Central Ave., downtown, 213.625.0414 Map H17

SHOPPING Freeway; the center offers discounted clothes from Coach, Guess, H&M, Banana Republic, Levi’s and Converse, to name just a few. 100 Citadel Drive, L.A., 323.888.1724 Map B4 FREE MARKET New retail and dining concept with a gallery vibe at Runway includes Period Correct vintage motorsports apparel, Teressa Foglia hats, Alchemy Works jewelry and Joliet Café & Bar. 12775 Millennium Drive, Playa Vista, 310.862.9461 Map N10 THE GROVE Outdoor center has 40 shops including Apple, Nordstrom and Charlotte Tilbury, eateries such as Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill, 189

by Dominique Ansel (creator of the Cronut) and Ladurée plus cinema and trolley in a setting inspired by a grand old downtown. Adjacent to Original Farmers Market.

189 The Grove Drive, L.A., 888.315.8883 Map I13 MALIBU COUNTRY MART Outdoor center with upscale boutiques such as Paige, Bleusalt, and Cie Sparks Salon.

Restaurants include new Lucky’s steakhouse and casual eateries such as SunLife Organics and John’s Garden. Malibu Lumber Yard and Malibu Village are adjacent. 3835 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, 310.456.7300 Map northwest of K7 MANHATTAN VILLAGE Shopping center in Manhattan Beach with retailers like Anthropologie, Gorjana, Macy’s, and Sephora. Dining options range from casual eateries like Corner Bakery and California Pizza Kitchen to the upscale BOA Steakhouse, coming soon. 3200 Sepulveda Blvd. Manhattan Beach, 310.546.5555 Map L13 PALISADES VILLAGE Shopping destination from Caruso (the Grove, Americana at Brand). An upscale walkable village with more than 40 shops and boutiques including Amazon Books, Jennifer Meyer and Veronica Beard plus dining options and a restored movie theater. 15225 Palisades Village Lane, Pacific Palisades, 310.525.1380 Map K7 PLATFORM Curated cultfavorite retailers (Modern Society Janessa Leoné, Aesop, Reformation) in up-and-coming Hayden Tract neighborhood. Dining options include Loqui and Brook-

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SHOPPING lyn import Roberta’s. Next to Metro Expo Line station. 8850 Washington Blvd., Culver City, platformla.com Map M11 THE POINT Small outdoor shopping center features retailers including Planet Blue, Lucky Brand and Madewell as well as eateries Umi by Hamasaku and True Food Kitchen. 850 S. Sepulveda Blvd., El Segundo, 310.414.5280, thepointsb.com Map L13 SANTA MONICA PLACE Sleek outdoor mall at the south end of Third Street Promenade. More than 80 boutiques, including Lorna Jane and Rimowa, plus a rooftop Dining Deck. 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, 310.394.1049 Map L8 SOUTH COAST PLAZA Highend center in Orange County boasts nearly 300 boutiques (Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci and Givenchy) and 40 restaurants, including Din Tai Fung and Water Grill. 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 800.782.8888 Map E6

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THIRD STREET PROMENADE Pedestrian-only multi-block shopping zone includes shops (Cotton On, Anthropologie, Zara), kiosks and an array of entertaining street performers. 1351 3rd St. Promenade, Santa Monica, 310.393.8355 Map L8 TWO RODEO Center with cobblestones in the heart of Beverly Hills features luxury boutiques including Jimmy Choo and Tiffany & Co., fine art gallery Galerie Michael, restaurant 208 Rodeo and new bespoke parfumerie Henry Jacques.

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THE VILLAGE AT WESTFIELD TOPANGA Lifestyle destination opposite Westfield Topanga shopping center—trolley service connects the two—offers stylish retailers such as Rent the Runway and Fabletics, restaurants, a spa, a yoga studio and children’s play area. 6250 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills, 818.594.8732 Map west of A1 WESTFIELD AT LAX Retail and dining in LAX’s Tom Bradley International Terminal and terminals 1, 2, 3 and 6. 380 World Way, L.A., 310.646.1770, westfieldairports.com/lax Map O10

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EXPLORE WESTFIELD CENTURY CITY Open-air shopping center has more than 175 stores, including Tiffany & Co. and Rodd & Gunn for men; AMC multiplex with Imax; Dreamscape Immersive VR adventures; and food-court atrium. Restaurants include Zinque, Din Tai Fung, and Italian marketplace Eataly. 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 310.277.3898 Map J11

PERFORMING ARTS THE FORD Outdoor amphitheater in the Cahuenga Pass presents music, dance and theater events. Schedule at theford.com.

2580 Cahuenga Blvd. E., Hollywood, 323.461.3673 Map G14 HOLLYWOOD BOWL Iconic amphitheater in the Hollywood Hills is one of the best outdoor venues in the U.S.; summer home of the L.A. Philharmonic.

Schedule and tickets online: hollywoodbowl.com. 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.850.2000 Map G13 WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL Architectural masterpiece

by Frank Gehry is the fourth hall of the Los Angeles Music Center and home of the L.A. Philharmonic. 111 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 323.850.2000 Map H16

EXPLORE CATALINA EXPRESS Yearround boat service to Catalina Island with up to 30 daily departures from Long Beach, San Pedro and Dana Point.

Reservations recommended.

Call or check website for hours and prices. 800.481.3470, catalinaexpress.com CITY CRUISES ANCHORED

BY HORNBLOWER Cocktail, sunset dinner and champagnebrunch cruises Fisherman’s Village, 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, 855.290.0383, cityexperiences.com Map O9 DODGER STADIUM TOUR Behind-the-scenes tour of the legendary stadium allows guests to visit the field, renovated pavilions, Dugout Club, and check out World Series trophies and other awards. $15-$20, under 4 free. 1000 Vin Scully

Ave., L.A., 866.363.4377 Map G17 L.A. CONSERVANCY This downtown preservation group offers more than a dozen socially distanced walking tours of historic sites— including the Broadway Historic Theatre and Commercial District, Union Station and Angelino Heights—with a focus on architecture. Plus self-guided driving tour 213.623.2489, laconservancy.org METRO City bus, light rail, subway. Rail lines connect downtown, Santa Monica, Hollywood, Pasadena, Long Beach; Red Line from Union Station to Hollywood and San Fernando Valley; Gold Line from Union Station to Pasadena and Arcadia; 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 L.A. County with Ventura, Orange and

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