Home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic, this 3.6-acre complex designed by architect Frank Gehry was initially funded by Lillian Disney, widow of Walt Disney
Free every Thursday from 5-8pm! Also check out MOCA at the Geffen and at the Pacific Design Center. Still one of the of the best collections, curatorial controversies nothwithstanding! Read more.
The Getty Center is the world’s most comprehensive arts, conservation and education institution
The largest art museum in the western United States, this Mid-City behemoth features ongoing exhibits from around the world, regular concert series, film series, lectures and lots more. Read more.
In or near Westwood Village? @hammer_museum feat. work of LA-based photographer Shannon Ebner on Sat
Since it opened in 1973, the Sunset Strip nightclub has presented a stellar array of musicians, comedians & theatrical revues. The adjoining upstairs lounge On the Rox is good for celebrity sightings! Read more.
You have to come early if you want to have a really nice spot on the beach. The Boardwalk and Pier are really great for sightseeing and strolling!
Venice Beach isn’t necessarily relaxing. There’s lots of traffic, lots of loud music, lots of crazy people, but you just have to come here with an open mind. – Bridget Marquardt Read more.
Wayyy too many people all the time. If not paying attention you will get hit or run into someone.
People watch; bring a sketchbook or camera. Feel the sand beneath yer feet. Enjoy the immensity of the sea. Stop by a divey hole in the wall; beer it up. Churro. Rent a cruiser. Ferris wheel it. Relax
Check out the Bazaar by José Andrés. Settle into a Philippe Starck banquette, order a Philly cheesesteak w/ a side of acorn-fed Belotta ham and wash it all down w/ a Martini w/ sphericized olives. Read more.
From its pink exterior to garden bungalows, the Beverly Hills Hotel remains a longtime celebrity favorite.
“This is a beautiful historic LA hotel; the rooms feel like a home away from home. The Four Seasons has outstanding service – I feel like I’m on vacation even when I’m here for business.” -TH
Stunning architecture. The way the light leeks in from the veil and the oculus window is 👌🏻
Did you know this is LA's oldest open-air market, dating from 1917? Our checklist: affordable lunch, ripe produce, fresh pan dulce, and a 25¢ trip up Angels Flight across Hill St. Read more.
Sub the yellowtail for bay scallops and the toro handroll for either bay scallop hand roll or another blue crab handroll
At night they have a jam fest at the park. But you have to park at the music center. My suggestion is to either take the bus or train or you could pay the 9.00 fee at the music center
CA (See) Don't miss Dennis Hopper's Double Standard at this former police car warehouse renovated by Frank Gehry. Read more.
Beautiful venue built in 1964; stepping inside is like going back in time. Home to the wonderful LA Opera. Get here EARLY due to parking & DTLA traffic, late-comers will get caught in the seating hold
This Little Tokyo restaurant has the appropriate look and feel of a Japanese sushi joint. The value is high, with serious chefs putting out fresh sushi of great variety. Must-order the spicy tuna rol.
Figure out how to get in to this secret-entrance'd ode to pre-Fidel Havana. Once inside & drinking, select from their collection of 60+ rare and impossible-to-find rums & head into the cigar lounge Read more.
Amazing views of LA that feel like a NY rooftop bar. Impressive cocktails. Watch out for the pool.
High ceilings, a massive wine list, killer cocktails, and a fantastic ribeye makes Faith & Flower a great date spot. Read more.
Olives that flood your mouth with flavor. A foie gras lollipop wrapped in cotton candy. The definitive shrimp with garlic. Innocent-looking bites that shoot smoke out of your nostrils. Read more.
Birds of a feather eat pork belly confit together at this foliage-ified rooftop bar. Snag Frenchy fare like rabbit rillette or the "Duck, Duck, Goose" platter. That is, unless you’re too chicken. Read more.
With an inventive menu, smart urban setting and late-night hours, Bäco Mercat already feels like a fixture in downtown L.A. The food is gutsy and delicious and the prices are moderate. Read more.
The puffy shrimp tacos and brussel sprouts make me wanna slap my mama... in English AND Spsnish. #SooooGoood
The rice is seasoned perfectly and the fish, hand-selected by Nozawa, might be as good could be at this price point. With many locations, it's L.A.'s patented sushi concept with remarkable quality.
A post-modern high-end food court restaurant where different "concepts" merge at your table, from new twists on coffee and donuts, beautiful cocktails, takes on classic deli, and indulgent burgers. Read more.
Go for the duck prosciutto and pear flatbread w/ triple cream brie. Drink for the deliciously liquid-nitro'd margarita w/ a candied lime wheel & smoked paprika dust. Read more.
The guests-only rooftop boasts the enchanting Private Rooftop Club, which is recognized as a Hummingbird & Butterfly Sanctuary by the National Wildlife Federation.
