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DTLA NAUGHTY & NICE: THE RETURN OF BEVERLY HILLS HOSIERY BY LOUISE COBB

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everly Hills Hosiery has been an intimate, vibrant, friendly constant in the ever-evolving fashion district of Downtown Los Angeles since 1934. When the community found out that owner, Steve Tour, was planning to close up shop and retire last spring, shock and sentimentality resonated with the diverse client base he and his family have catered to over the years.

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The Return of Beverly Hills Hosiery and reflect the raw, innovative attitude of our community. We were inspired to offer a range of unique lingerie and hosiery pieces at various price points to appeal to every and any individual who walks through our doors,” they explain with passionate, earnest enthusiasm.

erformers, churchgoers, industry insiders, designers, costume savants, drag extraordinaries, gift-buying significant others, photographers, models, the everyday DTLA resident, and just about anyone who celebrates Halloween found their way into Beverly Hills Hosiery at some point. Would this be the first Halloween that Beverly Hills Hosiery wasn’t the go-to shop for costumes? Was this the nail in the retail coffin that DTLA business owners have worked hard to avoid? Decidedly not, thanks to three local, creative entrepreneurs, also longtime Beverly Hills Hosiery customers, who decided to buy the business. The spirited, young team decided to kick off an edgy, more contemporary chapter in the Beverly Hills Hosiery legacy with an entirely new aesthetic, embodying their tagline: ‘Stay Glamorous. Be Irreverent.’ “We want our store to embody the vibrant nature of the majority of our clientele

One thing is certain; the store is dramatically different from Steve’s completely product-packed shop. It is lavender and slate, with a range of intimates, accessories and costumes from large and independent designers—some local to DTLA. And true to their word, there are bralettes, hosiery and gifts for under $20. There are installations that include a set-dressed vanity (all the items are available to purchase), a word cloud with empowering, whimsical words (like siren, tease, snuggle, cute, twirl, whisper) and the overall vibe is energetic, and personal. They are in the process of building an ecommerce presence so customers can shop online. With change, can come skepticism, but Steve who was the first employee they hired, is confident in the proprietors and their vision. He explains, “The new owners are honest, sensitive, caring people who are similar to myself. They are going to treat my former, and their new customers with an equal amount of respect. I know they are invested in downtown. They get the same enjoyment I did out of meeting people from different walks of life.” In just a few short weeks, they are winning over their own customer base with their dedi-

cation to special orders and carrying many of the same items Steve did. (Hint: If you follow them on Instagram @beverlyhillshosiery they will give you 10% off and access to secret discounts and giveaways.) “I built not just my lingerie wardrobe, but my burlesque career in Beverly Hills Hosiery. When I heard it was closing, I was not just sad but panicked,” explains longtime customer, Ginger Lee Belle, a Burlesque performer, instructor, and producer with Hells Belles Burlesque, Lolitas Burlesque, and Cherry Poppins Caburlesque. “What I never could have expected was how incredibly gorgeous the store is, the feeling you get when you walk in, and the adorable selections they have added. It’s Disneyland for lingerie lovers. The new owners, store, and selection is not just going to inspire new burlesque routines, it will inspire a whole new lingerie-loving generation. It’s not just a store anymore, it’s an experience.” Beverly Hills Hosiery is located directly across from the old store at 810 S. Los Angeles, on the corner of 8th and Los Angeles street. Halloween is in full swing at the store (think vintage batgirl, to jack-o-lantern tights, playboy bunny costumes, and unique steampunk masks) and they will be open for extended hours through the month of October. Check back to www.beverlyhillshosiery.com for the forthcoming online store.

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8. Downtown Appetite: DTLA Chefs and March of Dimes by Keri Freeman

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DTLA CHEFS TEAM UP TO HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR THE MARCH OF DIMES

arch of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction took place on Sunday, October 15th at Union Station with efforts to raise over $400,000 for the support of prenatal wellness programs, research grants, neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) family support programs, education materials in English and Spanish, and advocacy efforts for moms and babies.

ut of the ten very talented chefs who presented the wide variety of culinary delights to over 200 attendees, DTLA’s very own Chef Timothy Hollingsworth of Otium, Sugarfish’ famed apprentice turned supreme sushi master, Sushi Nozawa, and Le Petit Paris’, Chef Grellier Baptiste who prepared DTLA’s most unique pasta, the Cognac Flambéed Pasta in a Wheel of Parmesan Cheese, right before our eyes. Even the Halal Guys’ Chef Thomas Pham brought the shawarma as Mrs. Fish left the fishbowl this one time to serve up sushi slices from her new menu alongside rumors of changes coming to their entertainment protocal, very soon. Amidst the many, many vineyards and wineries present, Karl Strauss Brewing and Boomtown Brewery lent their amazing hops for the cause as well. Local sponsors supporting the March of Dimes include Cedars-Sinai, Wells Fargo, Gersh Agency, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, Newmark Knight Frank, Smith Henning, Fred Northrup Jr., Rogers and Cowan, First Legal, Ergo Baby and UCLA who were just as complementary to the evening’s ambiance as Union Station’s rose laden courtyard and the evening’s sunset.

Harding family members, Chase, Camden, Blake and Brooklyn Harding, were born – all four born prematurely. Each one spent many weeks, and in Chase’s case, months, in the NICU. “We recognize we would never have the blessings we do without the extraordinary research, technology advancement and relentless work of the March of Dimes,” said Staci Harding. “In addition to having world-class doctors and nurses, Chase, Camden, Blake and Brooklyn are all healthy today because of the work of this remarkable organization,” said Ryan Harding. The family wanted to make a difference and are sharing their story to help raise funds and increase awareness of the premature birth health crisis taking place in the United States. OTIUM SUPER STARS AT UNION STATION IN SUPPORT OF MARCH OF DIMES The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. For more than 75 years, moms and babies have benefited from March of Dimes research, education, vaccines, and breakthroughs. Their Community Program allows Los Angeles hospitals utilize March of Dimes health protocols, and local health leaders and March of Dimes who collaborated to launch the Community Birth Plan Initiative targeting the African-American community to address the region’s higher rates of preterm birth. March of Dimes works with partners in the Greater Los Angeles area with health education programs, including “Becoming a Mom/Comenzando Bien” and “Healthy Babies Are Worth the Wait”. The Harding Family were March of Dimes Ambassador Family for this year’s Los Angeles Signature Chefs Auction Pacific Palisades residents, Staci and Ryan Harding, are feeling so thankful for their four beautiful, healthy babies that they want to help others.

The statistics are staggering across America, across California and right here in Los Angeles County. Premature birth is the leading cause of death among babies in the United States. The United States has one of the highest premature birth rates in any high-resource country. Heart-wrenching and costly, babies who survive an early birth may have lifelong health problems such as cerebral palsy, vision and hearing loss, and intellectual delays. Each year in Los Angeles County more than 125,000 babies are born. Recent statistics show that 11,000 babies were born preterm, one of the highest premature birth rates among large California cities. Funds raised by the Signature Chefs Auction support the March of Dimes mission to improve the health of moms and babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. “We are so grateful to the Harding Family for sharing their time and their story to make a difference in the lives of others,” said Amy Dittmore, March of Dimes Development Director Los Angeles. ”We are also grateful to our talented chefs who are artists, innovators, and philanthropists.” For more information or to donate to the March of Dimes visit www.marchofdimes. org

MUSIC TO YOUR EARS: DJ MOIST by Sean Hurdle Photo by Max Shapovalov

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DJ MOIST: Keeping Monday Nights Hotter than Most

ooking to dance to your favorite old school hip-hop and r&b hits, or wondering what DTLA has to offer on a Monday night? Well, look no further. With no cover early on and all night drink specials, DJ Moist hosts a weekly party at La Cita on Hill Street that stays jammed packed, accomplishing what so many other venues can only dream of... A packed house on an off night.

he dimly lit red lights and classic interior of La Cita can transport you to some other time completely. And at La Cita, it doesn’t matter if you dance the night away or are scared to even look at a dance floor. There is no worries and all grooves. Waiting around a DTLA bar at 10 pm on a Monday night can feel like time is at a slower pace. Yet DTLA isn’t a ghost town anymore and even on a school night, the party starts late. As it was, DJ Moist was assured that things would get going around 11 pm. He was excited about his weekly Moist Mondays and was persistent in offering drink tickets. “Even if you don’t drink, maybe you can give a drink to someone you meet,” he said. And he was right because there was plenty of people to meet and greet. Folks trickled into the bar in twos and threes, seemingly eager to cut a rug to hits from the 90s and early 00s. The speaker system at La Cita is tuned to memorable quality. It’s not too loud that you can’t whisper to a loved one but loud enough to drown out inhibitions. Also, there was an appearance by Nikki Leathers. Her GoGo Boogie dancing sets the tone for the party. It’s all fun and games until Leathers graces the stage. At La Cita, the low ceiling stage is basically part of the dance floor, so everybody shines. But when Nikki gets up to do her thing, it’s best to get out of the way.

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After the Party It’s the After Party In this world, the DJ assists in the mating rituals of the youth. Feelings and memories from classic hits can make it easier to let go and have fun. DJ Moist facilities the orchestra of arrangements to make nights like this happen. Producing a weekly club night takes commitment and sacrifice. With a lineup of hits from Notorious BIG followed by TLC’s ‘Creep’, patrons continually allowed it all to hang out. Obviously, they appreciate everything that Moist is doing. La Cita makes a great venue for this kind of event. La Cita whispers the past and shouts the future of Downtown for anyone who enjoys a bit of history accompanied by a stiff shot and a chance to make new friends. Over the years La Cita has seen many faces and has made many changes yet the past is evident by its original brass railings, old school vinyl booth seating and untroubled dark ruby red tiles. There is a spacious patio outside with another bar and plenty of seating and few TVs with old videos or sports if this is the thing that amuses you. You will notice the main bar tuning in to programming that fits the theme of the night. DJ Moist features guest performances including stand up comedy in between songs. He is also a host of La Cita’s Throwback Thursday and more! Be sure to follow DJ Moist to stay up to date on all of his events. #dj_moist_

10. DTLA SEXY HALLOWEEN 2017 - THE SEXY MADNESS OF LUCHA VAVOOM

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ucha VaVOOM promises to give guests an electrifying night of Mexican masked wrestling, burlesque, and comedy. From the low-rider car parade escorting the performers to an overly ambitious crowd who take every opportunity to join in on the fun. Founded in 2002 by Rita D’Albert and Liz Fairbairn, the show now in it’s 15th year, is held inside Downtown’s iconic Mayan Theater, all comes together to make one fun, surreal, glam-bam spectacle of raucous entertainment.

nter the local luminaries and guest hosts the likes of Drew Carey and Jack Black coupled with the finest handpicked burlesque acts from around the world. While the crowd sits in awe from a variety of unique stripteases, aerial acts, daredevil roller-skate girls, and Guinness-World-Record-holding hula-hoop hotties, the wrestlers prepare to kick some serious ass. The audience prepares to intoxicate themselves and the bouncers prepare to move the front row spectators out of the way before some poor luchedore whose

just been thrown out of the ring lands on top of them. Each Lucha Vavoom show is different with a Juxtapose of good vs. evil, sex vs. fun and reality vs. fantasy, so its best just to let your inhibitions go and learn to expect the unexpected. And at no time settle into a feeling of being safe. Lucha VaVoom has all the specter and hidden dangers of an Indiana Jones movie, complete with Downtown’s very own Mayan temple.

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Bringing beauty to the stage, Aerial/burlesque/dance performances including immortal performances by flying vampire bat Veronica Yune, zombie madness by Kristina Nekyia, the dancing doll, Lux Lacroi, and the hauntingly familiar L.A. Roller Girls.

LuchaVaVoom is for anyone who can “can cut loose and go crazy” according to co-founder Rita D’Albert. This welcoming atmosphere starts backstage, D’Albert said that,

“The performers always blow me away. But at the same time, backstage is amazing for the Comedy relief will be provided by Blaine Capatch and Jeff Davis same reason. We work with the best people, who happen to will deliver their insanely off-thealso be the nicest people. It’s so cuff commentary. important to us that everyone The upcoming Mayan Theatre be nice. We are so lucky that and Riverside Municipal Audithis is our life, so it’s gotta be torium shows will feature their a pleasure for me and everyown unique flavor. D’Albert said one else. We love each other’s that, “For LA, we have PEACHES company and can’t wait until the performing, as well as the scratch next one to all come together as n’ sniff cards, which is a nod to a group again.” one of my favorite movies, John Waters’ POLYESTER. Lucha VAVOOM returns to Los Angeles Wednesday, October In Riverside, which we’re just 25 and Thursday, October 26 at getting started, we have KITThe Mayan Theater. The following TEN DEVILLE and MOANA night, Friday, October 27, it moves SANTANA in addition to all of to Riverside Municipal Auditorithe great wrestling. For all the um. Doors open at 7:00 pm and shows, Liz & I are really excited to show starts at 8:00 pm. LA shows bring back our favorite high-flying are 21+ and the Riverside show luchador from Mexico City, STUis 18+. For more information visit KA. He is truly unbelievable!” www.luchavavoom.com ROCK N ROLL BEGINNINGS Both Rita and Liz come from a rock n’ roll background with some theatrics thrown in to keep things entertaining. “We fell in love with Lucha Libre because it is completely wild, fun and funny. It reminded us of how we used to feel going to see bands. Things were so sanitized and corporate. Mexican wrestling felt dangerous like rock n roll used to. Bringing in the comics and dancers we’ve been working with over the years brought it all together and it became Lucha VaVOOM.” Since, the Los Angeles-based performance troupe has performed in Amsterdam, Calgary, Toronto, San Francisco, New York,

Chicago, Seattle, Portland, and Philadelphia, among many other cities and call Los Angeles’ Mayan Theater home and has been voted “Best Burlesque Show” more times than they can count. The upcoming Halloween celebration will feature an array of beast, aka Mexican-style lucha libre wrestlers including the high-flying Stuka Jr., hand-picked by Lucha VaVOOM from the professional Mexican wrestling promotions team CMLL; Lucha VaVOOM’s newly minted champion Li’l Cholo, evil doctors Medico Asesino and Dr. Maldad, Crazy Chickens, Cannibals, Matt Classic and Matt Classic Jr., sleazy Joey Ryan, Hairy Monsters and Dama Fina, Minis. And maybe the worst bits of Dirty Sanchez?

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ahmanson theater bob baker’s marionette theater As one of the nation’s most influential nonprofit theatre companies, the Ahmanson proudly continues their 50-year tradition of using the art of theatre to broaden horizons and illuminate new perspectives. On Stage Now: BRIGHT STAR From Grammy®, Emmy® and Academy Award®-winning Steve Martin and Grammy Award-winning Edie Brickell this new Broadway musical is inspired by a real event, telling a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ‘40s. Show runs October 11th through November 19th. 135 N Grand Ave, LA, CA 90012. (213) 628-2772.

east west players

Established in 1965, East West Players has been hailed as the nation’s leading Asian American theater troupe for our award-winning productions that blend Eastern and Western movement, costumes, language, and music. EWP has premiered more than 100 plays and musicals about the Asian Pacific American experience and has held more than 1,000 readings and workshops. East West Players will be presenting their 52nd Anniversary Season, THE COMPANY WE KEEP, taking place from Fall 2017 through Summer 2018. Coming Soon: YOHAN starring Danny Glover. In Japanese pottery, the term “yohen” refers to unpredictable changes that take place in the kiln. James and Sumi Washington are an interracial couple caught in a dramatic changes of life, love, and aging. Runs October 26th - Nov 19th. 120 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 625-7000.

la opera

Since 1948 The LA Opera has maintained a talented roster of resident artists, young singers who perform regularly in main stage productions as well as the company’s community programs under the personal supervision of Peter Hemmings, Plácido Domingo, Kent Nagano, and current Music Director James Conlon. On Stage Now: THE PEARL FISHERS with beautifully detailed staging, complete with stunning special effects, brings a rare and exotic story to life. Soprano Nino Machaidze, one of LA Opera’s favorite leading ladies, returns as a veiled priestess with a hidden past, pursued by two lifelong friends and romantic rivals. Playing October 19th through the 28th. 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

Baker died 2014 but he left behind a lifetime worth of smiles and memories, 1,000’s of enchanting, hand-crafted puppets, the beautiful Cultural-Historical landmark. On Stage Now: “HALLOWE’EN SPOOKTACULAR” a delightful, family-friendly, hour long musical revue, set to haunting and jazzy holiday-themed tunes celebrating nearly every decade with refreshments after the show in Baker’s charmingly thrilling historical Party Room. 1345 W 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026. (213) 250-9995.

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Under the leadership of Artistic Director Michael Ritchie, this theatre creates an extraordinary connection between artists and audiences that only starts on the stage, reflecting the community it serves as one of the nation’s most influential nonprofit theatre companies for over 50-years. Coming Soon: The Mark Taper Forum is preparing to present HEAD OF PASSES with an astonishing, deeply moving new drama about family, acceptance, and the power of faith from MacArthur “Genius Award”-winning playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney (The Brother/Sister Plays), featuring Tony Award® winner Phylicia Rashad Show runs from September 13th to October 22nd. 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 628-2772.

For over 29 years the Latino American Theater has provided a world-class arts center for those pursuing artistic excellence. Still excited about the renaming of one of five theaters in honor of award-winning Mexican American actress and community activist Lupe Ontiveros, who was a founding member of the company, it looks like LATC is preparing for their fall season, with little on the calendar besides their popular Art Walk pop up, held every 2nd Thursday of the month. Coming soon The 11th Annual Noche de FantasÍa Gala honoring Sandra Ortiz, Lalo Alcaraz and Assemblymember Miguel Santiago. October 21, 2017. 514 S Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

redcat

Through performances, exhibitions, screenings, and literary events, REDCAT introduces diverse audiences, students and artists to the most influential developments in the arts from around the world, and gives artists in this region the creative support they need to achieve national and international stature. On stage now: The 2017 Eyeworks Festival of Experimental Animation which presents its 2017 festival at REDCAT this October. Blending an appreciation of classical animation with the sensibilities of avant-garde cinema and the visual culture of alternative comics, the Eyeworks programs showcase abstract animation and unconventional character animation. October 21st. 631 W. 2nd Street, LA, CA 90012.

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CHUNG KING ROAD Think: Art Openings, Art Galleries, Antiques, Curio Shops, Live Performances.

PHO 87 LASA SEA FRESH

CIENTO LINDO TRAXX NICKS CAFE

tour guide

fashion district

little tokyo

arts district

LITTLE TOKYO is the heart of the largest Japanese-American population in America. With over 3500 welcoming residents, and hundreds of shops Little Tokyo sees its fair share of tourism in DTLA.

ARTS DISTRICT is DTLA’s perfect mix of fine art galleries, creative loft style living, organic eating, and BEER, hosting the most eclectic mix of indie artisan showcases and micro-brewing companies in all of Los Angeles.

The HISTORIC CORE is revitalized with new bike lanes, parklettes, community gardens, outdoor concerts, artisan pop-ups, and 2 of the most highly anticipated self-guided art tours in the country.

Where SKID ROW meets the INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE DISTRICT, with community leaders and entrepreneurs willing to solve the problems of an area known for having the 2nd largest homeless population in the country.

The FASHION DISTRICT is a stitched oasis where fashion designers, wholesalers, market weeks, retailed fashion wares, accessories, textiles, and shoppers collide.

The Absolute Most:

OLD JAPANESE UNION CHURCH Think: 1922, East Coast Players, LAArtCore, World Class Theater, 30+ Years.

The Most:

JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM Think: Tradition, Exhibits, WW2, Sculpture, History, Extraordinary Origami.

The Almost:

The Metro Regional Connector Think: All of Downtown’s Districts Connected allowing passengers to transfer to Blue, Expo, Red and Purple Lines, bypassing Union Station.

The Utmost:

HAUSER WIRTH & SCHIMMEL Think: Globe Mills Complex, Art World, Manuela Restaurant, Art Exhibits, Installations.

The Most:

ANGEL CITY BREWERY Think: IPA, Beer Tasting, Local Entertainment, Karaoke, Comedy Night, New Mini-Festivals, Indie Art Shows.

The Almost:

Institute of Contemporary Art Think: Museum, 12,700Sqft., Industrial Building, 32-Year-Old Art Institution. Architecture by wHY, Public Programming, Retail Stores.

The Utmost:

historic core

NIGHT ON BROADWAY Think: Outdoor concert, 12 Historic Theaters, Live Performances, Food Trucks, Crepes, Huge Crowds.

The Most:

the skidz

SMORGASBURG Think: Alameda Marketplace, 10,000 Visitors, Indie Artisan, Sunday, Food, Music, Vintage, Wellness, Donuts.

CALIFORNIA MARKET CENTER Think: Designers. ShowCase, Market Week, Fashion, Accessories, Textiles, Fashion Run Way.

The Most:

DOWNTOWN ARTWALK Think: Creativity, Nighttime Celebration, Gallery, Artists, Crepes, Local Entertainment, Food Trucks on 7th, Street Vendors, Interactive Exhibits, Bar Crawl.

LAMP/Union Rescue Mission/SkidRow Housing Trust Think: Non Profit, Giving, Public Service, Fundraising, Art Events.

SANTEE ALLEY Think: Bargains, SwapMeet, Bizarre, Street Dogs, Wigs, Wholesale Purses, Immitation Perfume.

The Almost:

Renovation of the Old Cecil Hotel Think: Nightstalker, Shining, American Horror Story, Hospice, Haunted.

TheROW Think: 1.3 million Sqft,. Multi-Use Complex, Residents, Shopping, Restaurants, Local Entertainment, Creative Office Spaces.

The Utmost:

BIGGER! BETTER! Wall Florist Market Think: Coral Forest, Farmer’s Market, Grilled Food, Aqua Frescas, Wholesale Flowers. Saturdays.

The Utmost:

JZenshuji a Sōtō Zen Temple Think: Shakyamuni Buddha, Community Garden, Meditation.

ARTISTS & FLEAS Think: Unique, Fashion, Art and Craft Show, Vintage, Food Trucks, Saturdays.

GRAND CENTRAL MARKET Think: Food Mart, Oyster Bar, Cafes, Spices, Historic, Produce, Traditional Foods, Variety, Landmark.

GLADY’S PARK Think: Concerts, Town Hall Meetings, Sports Court, Soup Lines, Community.

THE COOPER BUILDING Think: Historic Landmark, Huge Shopping Bags, Full Fashion, Designers, Showcase, Sample Sale, Men’s Suits.

top food picks

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EAT

HEALTHY

<< EAT. DRINK. DANCE. SLEEP >>

CHOICES

Eastside Italian Deli (1929) 1013 Alpine Street LA, 90012 (213) 250-2464 #eastsidedeli $$

Misturo Cafe (1935) 117 Japanese Village, 90012 (213) 613-1028 #misturocafe $$

La Luz del Dia (1959) 1 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-7495 #olverastreet $$

Clifton’s Cafeteria (1935) 648 S Broadway, LA, 90014 (213) 627-1673 #cliftonsla $$

Juice Crafters 702 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 689-4555 # $$

Pitchoun 545 S Olive St, LA 90013 (213) 689-3240 # $$

El Paso Inn (1930) 11 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (915) 772-4264 #elpasoinla $$

Casa La Golondrina (1930) 17 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-4349 #lagolondrina $$$

Otomisan (1956) 2506 1/2 E 1st St., LA, 90033 (323) 526-1150 #otomisan $$$

Original Tommy’s (1946) 2575 Beverly Blvd, LA, 90057 (213) 389-9060 #originaltommys $

Green Grotto 541 S Spring St #133, 90013 (213) 265-7409 # $$

Little Damage Soft Serve 700 S Spring St, CA 90014 (213) 628-3443 # $$

Philippe Original (1908) 1001 N Alameda St., 90012 (213) 628-3781 #philippetheog $$

San Antonio Winery (1917) 737 Lamar Ave, LA 90031 (213) 382-8449 #santantoniowinery $$$

Cielito Lindo (1938) 1 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 687-4391 #cielitolindola $

Lanza Bros Market (1926) 337 E 1st Street LA, 90012 (213) 626-9132 #suehirocafe $$

Urth Cafe 451 S Hewitt St,LA 90013 (213) 628-3781 # $$

Zinc Cafe 580 Mateo St, LA 90013 (323) 825-5381 #zinccafeandmarke

HMS Bounty (1935) 3357 Wilshire Blvd LA, 90010 (213) 385-7275 #hmsbounty $$

Langer’s Deli (1947) 704 S Alvarado St., LA 90057 (213) 483-8050 #langersdeli $$

Original Pantry (1924) 2575 Beverly Blvd, LA, 90057 (213) 972-9279 #the_orignial_pantry $$

Pacific Dining Car (1920) 1310 W 6th Street, LA, 90017 (213) 483-6000 #pacificdiningcar $$$

The Alley (2007) 1820 Industrial #260, 90021 (213) 935-8189 # $$

Wild Living Food (2017) 760 S Main St, LA, CA 90014 #wildlivingfood $$$

Monty Bar (2011) 1222 W. 7th St. LA 90017 (213) 228-6000 #themontybar

Tony’s Saloon (2009) 2017 E. 7th St., LA, 90021 (213) 622-5523 #tonyssaloon $

Wendall’s Bar (2013) 656 S. Main St., LA, 90014 (213) 709-6156 #wendalldtla $

Bernedettes 1013 Alpine Street LA, 90012 (213) 250-2464 #eastsidedeli $$

5 Star Bar 267 S Main St, LA, 90012 (213) 625-1037 #5starbar $

Down N Out Bar (1996) 501 S Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 221-7595 #dnobar

DRINK

Hank’s Bar (1954) 840 S Grand Ave, LA 90017 $ (213) 623-7718 #hanksbardtla $

Cana Rum Bar (2010) 714 W. Olympic Bl., LA 90015 (213) 745-7092 #canarumbarla $$

General Lees (1890) 475 Gin LIng Way, LA 90012 (213) 625-7500 #generaleesla $

Lexington Bar (2014) King Eddy Saloon (1933) 129 E 3rd St, LA, CA 90013 131 E. 5th Street, LA, 90013 (213) 629-2023 (213) 291-5723 $ #kingeddysaloon $

Eighty Two (2014) 707 E 4th Pl, LA, CA 90013 (213) 626-8200 #eightytwola $$

Golden Gopher (1905) 114 W. 8th Street, LA, 90014 (213) 614-8001 #goldengopherla $

Love Song (2014) 446 S. Main St., LA 90013 (323) 284-5728 #thelovesongbar $$

Shoo Shoo Baby (2017) 717 W 7th St. LA, CA 90017 (213) 688-7755 #shooshoobaby $$$

eat.drink.

<<ratings>>

breweries>>

service decor

taste parking

Angel City Brewery (2013) 216 Alameda, LA, 90012 (213) 622-1261 #angelcitybeer $$

Arts District Brewing (2015) 828 Traction Ave, LA 90012 (213) 519-5887 #artsdistrictbrewing $$

Karl Strauss (2017) 600 Wilshire Bl., LA 90017 (213) 228-2739 #karlstraussbeer $$

community

3rd Generation (2015) 808 W. 7th St., LA 90013 (213) 627-8166 #3rdgenerationbar $$

Birds & Bees (2017) 207 S. Broadway, LA, 90012 (213) 537-0510 #birdsandbeesla $$

Church & State (2013) 1850 Industrial St, LA 90012 (213) 405-1434 #churchandstatebistro $$$

El Compadre (2014) 1248 S. Figueroa LA 90014 (213) 749-0025 #elcompadredtla $$

71 Above (2016) 633 W. 5th, LA 90013 (213) 712-2683 #71abovebar

$$$

Blu Jam (2017) 541 S. Spring St., LA 90013 (323) 951-9191 #hmsbounty $$

Coles (1908) 118 E. 6th St., LA 90014 (213) 622-4090 #colesdtla $$

Emerson Royce Bar (2015) 1936 E. 7th St, LA 90021 (213) 784-9006 #theemersonla $$$

Boomtown Brewery (2015) 700 Jackson St., LA 90012 (213) 709-6156 #boomtownbrewery $$

Mikkeller (2017) 330 W. Olympic Bl., LA 90015 (213) 596-9005 #mikkellerbeer $$

Artisan House (2011) 614 S. Main St., LA 90013 (213) 622-6333 #artisanhousela $$

BoardRoom (2017) 135 N Grand Ave, LA 90012 213-972-8556 #boardroom_la $$

Crepes Sans Frontieres (2013) 541 S. Spring St., LA 90013 (213) 623-3606 #crepessansfrontieres $$

Figat7th 735 S Figueroa St #133 (213) 239-5654 # $$$

Iron Triangle (2016) 1581 Industrial St., LA 90021 (323) 364-4415 #irontrianglebrewing_dtla $$

Mumford Brewery (2015) 416 Boyd St., LA, 90013 www.mumfordbrewing.com #mumfordbrewing

Barcito (2015) 403 W. 12th St., LA 90014 (213) 415-1821 #barcitola $$

Bottega Louie (2009) 700 S. Grand Ave, LA 90014 (213) 802-1470 #bottegalouie $$$

District 711 S Hope St, LA 90015 (213) 612-3185 #

Escondite (1964) 410 Boyd St., LA 90013 (213) 626-1800 #theescondite

Beelman’s Pub (2014) 600 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 622-1022 #beelmansdtla $$

Broken Spanish 1050 S Flower St, LA 90015 (213) 749-1460 #brokenspanishla $$$

Don Chente (2015) 1248 S. Figueroa St., 90015 (213) 814-4865 #donchentedtla $$

Ham & Eggs Tavern (2013) 433 W. 8th St, LA, 90014 (213) 891-6939 #gohameggs $$

Bestia (2010) 2121 E 7th Pl, LA 90021 (213) 514-5724 #bestiadtla $$$

BS Taqueria (2015) 514 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 680-2600 #bstaqueria

Eat. Drink Americano (2012) 923 3rd St., LA 90012 (213) 620-0781 #eatdrinkamericano $$

Far Bar (2005) 347 E. 1st St., LA 90012 (213) 617-9990 #farbar_la $$

Brack Shop Tavern (2016) 525 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 232-8657 #brackshoptavern $$

Cerveteca DTLA (2014) 923 E. 3rd St., LA 90012 (213) 805-5862 #cervetecadtla

El Cholo (2010) 1037 S Flower St, LA 90015 (213) 746-7750 #elcholola $$

Kai Japanese Roots (2017) 542 S Broadway, LA 90013 (213) 232-4900 #kaijapaneseroots $$

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<<historic theaters>> $$

Belasco Theater (1926) 1050 S. Hill St., LA 90015 (213) 746-5670 #belascola $$

The Orpheum (1926) 842 S. Broadway, LA 90014 (877) 677-4386 #theorpheumtheater $$

The Globe (1913) 740 S Broadway, LA, 90014 (213) 489-1667 #globetheatrela $$

The Regent Theater (1914) 448 S. Main LA 90014 (323) 284-5727 #regenttheaterla $$

The Mayan (1927) 1038 S. Hill St., LA 90015 (213) 746-4287 #themayan $$

Theater at the ACE (1927) 929 S. Broadway, LA 90014 (213) 709-6156 #theater_acedtla $$

eat.drink. 17 The Yard House 17 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-4349 #lagolondrina $$$

Mas Malo (2011) 515 W 7th St, LA 90014 (213) 985-4332 #masmalodtla $$

Stocking Frame 911 Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 488-0373 #stockingframe $$

LA Biergarten (2015) 750 S. Broadway LA 90014 213-628-3737 #labiergarten $$

Yxta Cocina (2009) 601 S Central Ave, LA 90021 (213) 622-5540 #yxta_cocinamexicana $$

Miro 888 Wilshire Blvd, LA, 90017 (915) 772-4264 #mirodtla $$

Perch (2011) 448 S Hill St., L A 90013 (213) 802-1770 #perchlosangeles $$$

Rock and Reillys 615 S Flower St, LA 90017 (213) 537-0554 #rocknreillys $$

Little Bear (2012) 523 W. 7th St., LA 90021 (213) 622-8100 #littlebearla $$$

Le Petit Paris (2015) 418 S Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 217-4445 #lepetitparis_la $$$

Pez Cantina (2014) 401 S Grand Ave LA (213) 258-2280 #pezcantina

Library Bar (2007) 707 S Grand Ave LA 90017 (213) 614-0053 #librarybarla $$

Redwood Bar (1999) 316 W. 2nd St., LA 90012 (213) 680-2600 #redwoodbar $

Spitz (2011) 316 W. 2nd St., LA 90012 (213) 680-2600 #spitzpics $$

Preux & Proper (2014) 840 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 896-0090 #preuxandproper $$

Little Sister (2015) 523 W 7th St, LA 90017 (213) 628-3146 #littlesisterdtla $$

Wolf & Crane (2013) 366 E 2nd St, LA, CA 90012 (213) 935-8249 #wolfandcranebar $$

Spring Restaurant (2016) 257 S Spring St, LA 90012 (213) 372-5189 #springlosangeles $$$

Little Jewel (2014) 207 Ord St, L A 90012 (213) 620-0461 #littlejewel_la

Mezcalero DTLA (2017) 510 S. Broadway, LA 90013 (213) 628-3337 #mezcalerodtla $$

Vespaio (2015) 225 S. Grand Ave. LA 90012 (213) 221-7244 #vespaiodtla $$$

Villain’s Tavern (2010) 1356 Palmetto St, LA, 90013 (213) 613-0766 #villainstavern $$

Tom George (2017) 707 S Grand Ave LA 90017 (424) 362-6263 #tomgeorgerestaurant $$$

Red Bird (2014) 114 E 2nd St, LA 90012 (213) 788-1191 #redbirdla $$$

Wurstkuche (2008) 800 E. 3rd Street, LA 90013 (213) 687-4444 #wurstkuche $$

Westbound DTLA 300 S Santa Fe Ave 90013 (213) 262-9291 # $$$

Prank (2017) 1100 S Hope St, LA 90015 (213) 493-4786 #prankbar $$

Otium (2015) 222 S Hope St, LA 90012 (213) 935-8500 #otiumla $$$

drink.dance. Blue J’s (2016) 333 S Alameda St LA 90013 (213) 988-7326 #bluejlounge $$

Conga Room (2008) 800 W. Olympic Bl, LA 90015 (213) 745-0162 #congaroom $$

Elevate Lounge (2007) 811 Wilshire Blvd, LA 90014 (213) 623-7100 #elevatelounge $$

The Lash (2013) 117 Winston Ave, LA 90013 (213) 687-7723 #thelashsocial $

Continental Club (2014) 116 W 4th St., LA 90013 (213) 620-0279 #continentalclub

Exchange LA (2010) 618 S. Spring St., LA, 90013 (213) 627-8070 #exchangela $$

La Cita Bar 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #lacitabar

The Reserve (2015) 650 S. Spring St., 90014 (213) 327-0057 #thereserve $$

Grand Star Jazz (1946) 943 N Broadway (213) 626-2285 #grandstarjazzclub

Las Perlas (2010) 107 E. 6th, LA 90013 (213) 988-8355 #lasperlasla

$$$

Resident DTLA (2015) 428 S Hewitt St., LA 90013 www.residentdtla.com #residentdtla $$

Club Soho (2013) 333 S. Boylston St, LA 90017 (213) 989-7979 #clubsohola $$

eat. drink. (dance). sleep. Bar & Kitchen (2014) @O Hotel 819 S. Flower St. LA 90017 (213) 784-3048 #barandkitchen

Brasserie Sheraton Hotel 711 S. Hope St. LA 90017 (213) 488-3500 #sheratonladt

Multiply Bar (2016) Kawada Hotel 416 S. Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 988-0826 #multiply.la

gLance Lobby Bar (2010) JW Marriott 900 W Olympic Bl. LA 90015 (213) 765-8600 #jalalive

Galaxy Bar (1923) Millennium Biltmore 506 S. Grand Ave., LA 90071 (213) 624-1011 #biltmorehotel

Invention Bar (2013) Athletic Club 431 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 625-2211 #laac

Nixon Lounge (2014) Luxe City Center Hotel 800 W. Olympic Bl, LA 90015 (213)745-0162 #luxecitycenter

Rooftop & Spin (2012) Standard Hotel 555 S Flower St., LA 90017 (213) 439-3065 #spinstandardla

WGP4 (2010) Ritz Carlton 900 W. Olympic Bl. LA 90015 (213) 743-8800 #ritzcarltonla

Bona Vista Lounge (1976) Bonaventure Hotel 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #westinbonaventure

Los Angeles Hotel (2017) 333 S Figueroa St, LA 90071 (213) 617-1133 #thelahotel

NOE (2011) Omni Hotel 251 S Olive St, LA 90012 (213) 617-3300 #omnihotel

Tuck Hotel 820 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 947-3815 #

Hotel Figueroa (1976) 939 S Figueroa St, LA 90015 (213) 627-8971 #

18 Social & Metropolis Indigo Hotel 899 Francisco St, LA 90017 (213) 232-8800 #-

Bona Vista Lounge (1976) Bonaventure Hotel 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #westinbonaventure

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MODERN DAY PRE-HISTORIA>> MUSEUM GUIDE The Broad Museum

National History Museum (NHM)

California Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)

African American Firefighter museum Fire Station #30

Japanese American National Museum (JANM)

El Pueblo de Los Angeles

Founded by philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad opened in 2015, the museum is home to the 2,000 works of art in the Broad collection, which is among the most prominent holdings of postwar and contemporary art worldwide, launching an active program of rotating temporary exhibitions and innovative audience engagement, welcoming 180,000 visitors to date. 221 S. Grand Ave. LA, CA 90012.

Established in 1979, MOCA is an artist-founded museum dedicated to collecting and exhibiting contemporary art. With one of the most compelling collections of contemporary art in the world, comprising roughly 7000 objects, created after 1940, preserving the works for future generations. 250 South Grand Ave LA, CA 90012.

The Japanese American National Museum is the first and largest museum in the United States dedicated to sharing the experience of Japanese American ancestry. The JANM showcases the amazing works of famed and contemporary Japanese artists, historical exhibitions, and host cultural events. 100 N Central Ave, LA, CA 90012.

African American History Museum Designed by African American architects, Jack Haywood and the late Vince Proby, the CAHM was opened to the public during the Olympic Games of July 1984, housing artifacts that “allow us to trace the African American experience from the western shores of Africa to the fields of the South,” and later migrations. 600 State Dr. Exposition Park. LA, CA 90037.

Chinese American Museum (CAM)

Symbolically housed in the oldest and last surviving structure of LA, the Garnier Building, once known as the unofficial “city hall” built in 1890, CAM holds the last missing pieces of DTLA’s original Chinatown. After restoration on December 18, 2003, CAM opened, linking the past to a future for Chinese Americans spanning over 150 years. 425 N Los Angeles St, LA, CA 90012.

You want to go back? You can go all the way back to Prehistoric Pangaea at the National History Museum. With over 300 real fossils, 20 complete dinosaurs and ancient sea creatures that may or may not still exist beneath the deep, the Age of the Dinosaur is brought into existence as well as the extraordinary journey of prehistoric man. 900 Exposition Blvd, LA, CA 90007.

AAFM is DTLA saying “thanks” for the first 100 years of service by African American Firefighters from 1897 to 1997. Valued testimony from actual Firefighters of yesteryear, like Sam Haskins, who was listed as the first Los Angeles Fireman of African decent in 1892, was also killed while responding to a fire in 1895. 1401 S Central Ave, LA, CA 90021. The origin of LA, founded by 11 African American Spanish speaking families, (pobladores) accompanied by the Spanish military and Catholic church in 1787. Since it has become DTLA’s favorite Mexican marketplace, and cultural gathering center hosting Olvera Street, Pico House, first churches and other historic sites. 125 Paseo De La Plaza, LA, CA 90012.

Italian American Museum of Los Angeles

Museum of Los Angeles is to foster understanding of Southern California’s diverse heritage through research, historic preservation, exhibitions and educational programs that examine the history and contributions of Italian Americans and Italians in Los Angeles and the United States. 644 North Main St, LA, CA 90012.

Southwest Museum of the American Indian

Located in the Mt. Washington area of Los Angeles, just a few miles north of Downtown, this collection deals mainly with Native Americans, including exhibits dedicated to the American Indians of the Great Plains, California, and the Northwest Coast. 234 Museum Drive, LA, CA 90065.

Korean American Museum (KAM)

Animal Museum (NMAS)

Sports Museum

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

Located just a few miles west of the epicenter of DTLA, KAM interprets and preserves the history, culture, and achievements of Korean Americans dating back to the 1880s, examining and discussing current issues, and exploring innovative ways to communicate the Korean American experience fostering the advancement of Korean American culture. 3727 W 6th St #519, LA, CA 90020. The Sports Museum features rare items and exhibits from every sport but focuses mainly on baseball, beginning with its humble origins over 145 years ago. It includes old bats, gloves, uniform, balls and equipment and is home to the most complete collection of baseball technology in the world. 1900 S Main St, LA CA 90015.

Located inside a 3-story brick warehouse built in 1909, NMAS aka the Animal Museum is the first museum of its kind dedicated to enriching the lives of animals and people through exploration of our shared experience, promoting respect for life and compassionate ethics in advancing healthy, meaningful interconnections with the animal world. 421 Colyton St. LA, CA 90013.

Since its inception in 1965, LACMA has been devoted to collecting works of art that span both history and geography. LACMA is the largest art museum in the western US, with a collection that includes nearly 130,000 objects dating from antiquity to the present. 5905 Wilshire Blvd, LA, CA 90036.

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