Where Los Angeles August 2014 by California Media Group

42 AM

AUGUST 2014 WHERELA.COM

Los Angeles

速

DINING

COOL TREATS, HOT TRENDS

SHOPPING

FRESH FINDS FOR GUYS AND GALS

CULTURE OUTDOOR EVENTS

Q&A

NEON TREES FRONTMAN TYLER GLENN

Perfect Summer YOUR GUIDE TO DISCOVERING ESSENTIAL LOS ANGELES

Where_Cover_Splits.indd 1

7/21/14 3:24 5:49 PM 7/18/14

WLA_C4-C1.indd 2 2 Where_Cover_Splits.indd 2 WLA_C4-C1.indd

7/21/14 5:49 PM

L os An g e l e s ’ Be s t - K e p t S e c re t

CURRENT EXHIBITION : PICASSO & THE MODERN MASTERS

GALERIE W H E R E

T H E

MICHAEL

M A S T E R S

R E S I D E

Untitled-2 1 001-009_TOC_WLA.indd 1

6/26/201410:13 8:25:47 7/16/14 AMPM

001-009_TOC_WLA.indd 2

7/16/14 10:13 AM

BURBERRY DOLCE & GABBANA FENDI GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI GUCCI HUGO BOSS JIMMY CHOO LOUIS VUITTON MONTBLANC OMEGA PRADA SAINT LAURENT SALVATORE FERRAGAMO TIFFANY & CO. VERSACE COLLECTION Z ZEGNA

. .

BLOOMINGDALE’S MACY’S THE CAPITAL GRILLE APPLE H&M XXI FOREVER UNIQLO

OPENING FALL 2014

BEVERLY BOULEVARD & LA CIENEGA

FREE WI-FI

001-009_TOC_WLA.indd 3

. LOS ANGELES CA

BEVERLYCENTER.COM /BEVERLYCENTER @BEVERLYCENTER

/BEVERLYCENTER

7/16/14 10:13 AM

where los angeles

08.14

CONTENTS

THE ESSENTIAL L.A. ISSUE

departments Editor’s Note

74 DINING Restaurants by cuisine and neighborhood

At your service.

10 Hot Dates

96 ENTERTAINMENT Special events, performing arts and sports

Festivals, flicks, fairs and more fun can’t-miss events.

128 30 Things We Love

98 ATTRACTIONS + MUSEUMS Theme parks, activities, studio tapings, exhibitions and more

Summer spells sweet treats, Ferris wheels and cool cocktails.

where now

110 SHOPPING The county’s major retail destinations

12 Dining New ice cream shops tempt with frozen treats, Barton G. ups the dining drama and Blue Plate Oysterette opens an outpost.

114 SPAS Top spots to primp & pamper

14 Shopping

118 BEACHES Sandy stops along L.A.’s coastline

116 NIGHTLIFE Buzzy bars and cool clubs

Bonobos guides guys to the perfect pants on South La Brea Avenue, and The Fisher Project reveals a sassy side of Eileen Fisher on Robertson Boulevard.

119 TOURS + TRANSPORT Getting out, getting around and getting to know Los Angeles

16 Culture

Salt & Straw’s new Stumptown Coffee & Compartes Love Nuts ice cream

Movies, theater and music play outside this month.

18 Q&A Neon Trees’ Tyler Glenn shares his thoughts on self-acceptance and enjoying a perfect L.A. day. ON THE COVER Make a date at the Hollywood Bowl. Details on p. 24; photo courtesy of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

features 20 4 Perfect L.A. Days Looking for an essential L.A. experience? Whether you’re up for a coastal adventure, romantic outing, family fun day or some quality girl time, we’ve got your itinerary. BY LESLEY MCKENZIE

CITY TOURS Beverly Hills Santa Monica West Hollywood Hollywood Downtown Pasadena The Valley South Bay

38 42 48 54 58 62 66 68

170 210 5

101

134

101

134 5

110 To Topanga Canyon

MAPS

CONNECT WITH US ONLINE

101

210

605

110

33 Trendsetting Tables

210

134

101

405

710

405

110

605

Explore the city from north to south and A to Z. PAGE 123

Move over, kale—uni is the new black. Learn about this and other trends sweeping the Southland’s top dining destinations.

105

710

405

BY ROGER GRODY

605

110

wherela.com

Get the up-to-the-minute buzz from our Southern California Where editors online and on your smartphone.

710

5 80

1 101

91 5

405

where

405

55 405

LEELA CYD

the guide

4 WHERELA.COM

001-009_TOC_WLA.indd 4

7/18/14 11:03 AM

Artist Series No. 7 Cassandre Montoriol

FIND YOURSELF AT

FABULOUS BRANDS AT FABULOUS STORES

AT NORDSTROM : STELLA MCCARTNEY • RAG AND BONE • PRADA • GUCCI • PAUL SMITH • JIMMY CHOO AT UNIONMADE : FILSON • BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA • GOLDEN BEAR • RED WING • IL BISONTE • BARBOUR AT BARNEYS NEW YORK : ISABEL MARANT • CHLOE • SAINT LAURENT • MANOLO BLAHNIK • MARNI thegrovela.com

001-009_TOC_WLA.indd 5

7/16/14 10:13 AM

look what just landed in LA

where M AG A Z INE

PUBLISHER EDITOR

Jeff Levy

Suzanne Ennis

ART DIRECTOR

Carol Wakano

MARKETING DIRECTOR EDITOR IN CHIEF

Audrey Nimura

Benjamin Epstein

PRODUCTION ARTIST Ryan Furuya CONTRIBUTING DESIGNER Heidi Schwindt ASSOCIATE EDITOR Gillian Glover CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Roger Grody,

Lesley McKenzie, Jessica Radloff, Anastassia Smorodinskaya

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Dale Berman, Brown Cannon III, Sarah Hadley, Matt Hartman, Joseph Llanes, Monica Nouwens, Lisa Romerein, Edwin Santiago, Ashok Sinha, Ian White ACCOUNT MANAGERS

Brandee Leonard, Jessica Levin, Mali Mochow, Kerry Brewer, Heather Heintz, Joanna McLean, Heather Price

a brilliantly designed collection of accessories for women who like to stand out in the flock. check us out at oneoddbird.com

get some color while you're here from brilliant totes, clutches and wallets, to bold bracelets we have one-of-a-kind accessories in every color under the sun.

CIRCULATION / SPECIAL EVENTS MANAGER

Beth Moline

PRODUCTION MANAGER Dawn Kiko Cheng WEB EDITOR Christina Xenos ADMINISTRATION

Amina Karwa, Leanne Killian, Stephanie Reid, Ashley Utke VICE PRESIDENT OF NATIONAL SALES Rick Mollineaux 202.463.4550 WEST COAST NATIONAL SALES Tiffany Reinhold 714.813.6600 DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL DIGITAL SALES Bridget Cody 706.821.6663 HONORARY PRESIDENT

Ted Levy

where Los Angeles

3679 Motor Ave., Suite 300 Los Angeles, California 90034 Phone: 310.280.2880 Fax: 310.280.2890 EMAIL Editorial Suzanne.Ennis@WhereLA.com Art Art@WhereLA.com Production Ads@WhereLA.com Website Christina.Xenos@WhereLA.com Circulation Beth.Moline@WhereLA.com Plan for your next visit to Los Angeles. Subscribe to where: single copy $4, 12 issues $36. Contact: Beth Moline. Phone: 310.280.2880 Email: Beth.Moline@WhereLA.com © 2014 Southern California Media Group. All rights reserved. Published by Southern California Media Group. where makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information it publishes, but cannot be held responsible for any consequences arising from errors or omissions. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part strictly prohibited. where is a registered trademark of Morris Visitor Publications.

san marino • 2639 mission street • next to Julienne •626.793.0554 10-6 mon-fri, 9-6 sat • colori-usa.com

Printed in the United States Circulation audited by Alliance for Audited Media

where Los Angeles magazine is pleased to be a member of: Greater Los Angeles Convention and Visitors Bureau, Santa Monica Area Chamber of Commerce, California Restaurant Association, CalTIA, Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce, Los Angeles Concierge Association.

On the Web: WhereLA.com A MAGGIE AWARD-WINNING PUBLICATION BEST CONSUMER VISITOR’S GUIDE

6 WHERELA.COM

001-009_TOC_WLA.indd 6

7/16/14 10:13 AM

ARBITER OF TASTE THE AMERICANA AT BRAND COLLECTION

NORDSTROM • BARNEYS NEW YORK CO-OP • KATE SPADE • TIFFANY & CO. SEPHORA • MADEWELL • J.CREW • LACOSTE • DIN TAI FUNG LE PAIN QUOTIDIEN • DAVID YURMAN • BOURBON STEAK BY MICHAEL MINA SPRINKLES CUPCAKES • COMING SOON: DIANE VON FURSTENBERG 889 AMERICANA WAY / GLENDALE, CA / AMERICANAATBRAND.COM

001-009_TOC_WLA.indd 7

7/16/14 10:13 AM

Welcome

A note from the editor

LET’S GO WITH AN

When I assumed the mantle of editor of this publication, I simultaneously became the de facto L.A. tour guide for my visiting friends and relatives. It’s a role I relish (as I should, or else I’m not in the right business!), but it’s not one without pressure: It is literally my job to make sure that out-of-towners fall in love with Los Angeles based on the experience I plot for them. So I research. I map. I consider tastes and proclivities. Suffice it to say, whether asked by a loved one or a complete stranger, “What should I do while I’m in Los Angeles?” is not a question I answer lightly. For this “Essential L.A.” issue, we at Where put our insider expertise to work to answer that question for you, dear reader. From cover to cover, we pack in the best shops and restaurants, and spotlight the must-attend cultural events. And, in the pièce de résistance, our feature “4 Perfect L.A. Days” (p. 20), we propose four interest-based itineraries that comprise some of L.A.’s time-honored and must-see sights, stops and activities, mixed with new favorites that capture the spirit of L.A.

SUNSET STRIP SUNSET & LA CIENEGA WEST HOLLYWOOD 323-650-0475

today. Individually, the itineraries offer slices of the county; patched together, they’re as close as one can get to the whole fun-filled pie in just a few days. And they never get old—just last weekend, for example, I spent a glorious day at the Annenberg Community Beach House’s

VEGAS STRIP FASHION SHOW LAS VEGAS 702-632-0848

historic pool with my kids, and the following day enjoyed a picnic and heartedly recommend these outings to friends and family, as well as

www.bootstaronline.com

to you. So choose your adventure and get ready to discover the best L.A. has to offer. You’re going to love it here.—SUZANNE ENNIS

MAIZ CONNOLLY

show at the Hollywood Bowl with my husband. I can—and do—whole-

8 WHERELA.COM bootstar_1-3_SP12.indd 1 001-009_TOC_WLA.indd 8

3/15/12 9:52 AM 7/18/14 11:05 AM

OYSTER PERPETUAL SUBMARINER DATE

rolex

001-009_TOC_WLA.indd 9

oyster perpetual and submariner are trademarks.

7/16/14 10:13 AM

WHERE CALENDAR AUGUST 2014 Search the full calendar at wherela.com

SUNDANCE NEXT FEST > AUG. 7-10 This L.A. outpost of the Sundance Film Festival celebrates its first anniversary this summer with six premieres of eclectic indie films and concerts at the Theatre at Ace Hotel, downtown. p. 96 1

HERE FOR THE WEEKEND? Go to WhereLA.com for the Weekend Roundup, where you can get the lowdown on the coolest festivals, performingarts events, dining promotions and more.

2 LOS ANGELES FOOD & WINE > AUG. 21-24 Taste offerings from more than 100 celebrity and world-class chefs, from Food Network faces to local favorites, at this unique food festival. p. 96

TASTE OF BREWS > AUG. 23 Head to Long Beach for a cold one at this premier craft beer festival. Sample pours from Beachwood Brewing (Hop Ninja IPA pictured left) and dozens of other local and international breweries. p. 96 3

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN L.A.’S ARTS & CULTURE SCENE

CONTINUING DRUMROLL, PLEASE MOCA at the Pacific Design Center presents Steve McQueen: Drumroll, a selection of works by the Oscarwinning filmmaker. p. 109 AUG. 1, 15, 29 SUMMER NIGHTS Class up your Friday at the Natural History Museum’s new outdoor series, Summer Nights in the Garden. p. 96

AUG. 12 JUSTIN TIME From heading ‘N Sync to bringing sexy back, Justin Timberlake has always had his finger on the pulse of pop culture, and his reign continues with The 20/20 Experience World Tour, in support of his dual album release last year. The suave singer brings his neo-soulful tunes and big band sound to charm crowds at Staples Center with a thorough roster of songs from his solo catalog. p. 98

FESTS AND FAIRS NOT TO BE MISSED

Top Stops

AUG. 2-3 POWER COUPLE Beyoncé comes to the Rose Bowl, with hubby Jay Z in tow, for their Bonnie and Clydethemed tour. p. 98 AUG 22-24 BEATLEMANIA REDUX Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Fab Four gracing the Hollywood Bowl’s stage. p. 98

4 THE TASTE > AUG. 29-31 Spend your Labor Day weekend sampling food from L.A.’s best eateries and sipping specialty cocktails at this annual Los Angeles Timespresented festival in Hollywood. p. 96

5 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FAIR > OPENING AUG. 29 Beginning Labor Day weekend, milk a goat, hop on a roller coaster and chow down on deep-fried cookie dough. Neon Trees and Earth, Wind & Fire are among the bands that will take the stage during the fair’s concert series. p. 96

6 BUDWEISER MADE IN AMERICA > AUG. 30-31 The Philly music festival expands to downtown L.A.’s Grand Park with food vendors galore and a Jay Z-curated lineup, featuring Imagine Dragons and John Mayer. p. 96

THROUGH AUG. 31 SITTING PRETTY Playwright Neil LaBute’s Reasons to Be Pretty explores the issues of language and beauty. See the Tony-nominated play at the Geffen. p. 96 ONGOING PIT STOP Watch scientists uncovering fossils like the pinecone below from reactivated Pit 91 at the La Brea Tar Pits. p. 109

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: TOM MUNRO/RCA RECORDS; DAVID LAURIDSEN, COURTESY OF NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM; COURTESY BEACHWOOD BBQ & BREWING

HOT DATES

Justin Timberlake stops by Staples Center on Aug. 12.

10 WHERELA.COM

010-019_WhereNow_WLA.indd 10

7/18/14 4:05 PM

JEWELRY

A P PA R E L

ACCESSORIES

1 6 2 1 1 2 T H S T R E E T, S A N TA M O N I C A , C A 9 0 4 0 4

EYEWEAR 310.828.4438

W W W. K I N G B A B Y S T U D I O . C O M

010-019_WhereNow_WLA.indd 11

7/16/14 10:12 AM

where now

los angeles

THE BEST IN DINING, SHOPPING AND CULTURE

DINING

New gourmet ice cream shops are keeping L.A. cool this summer. A Mid-City outpost of beloved Sweet Rose Creamery (7565 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 310.844.0944) kicked off the influx in January, joining popular sister shops in Santa Monica and Brentwood. In Playa del Rey, multiconcept Playa Provisions (119 Culver Blvd., Playa del Rey, 310.683.5019) houses the Small Batch Ice Cream parlor alongside its restaurant, whiskey bar and cafe. Fresh from Santa Barbara, heritage brand McConnell’s is set to scoop at historic Grand Central Market at press time (317 S. Broadway, downtown, mcconnells.com). Meanwhile, Portland, Oregon’s Salt & Straw plans to unveil its first L.A. location this month (240 N. Larchmont Blvd., L.A., saltandstraw.com), serving such flavors as Santa Ynez Valley Walnut Oil (pictured here). And following two successful L.A. pop-ups in its ice cream truck, New York’s cult-favorite Big Gay Ice Cream is aiming for a September brick-and-mortar opening downtown (124 W. 9th St., downtown, biggayicecream.com). Dig in and chill out!

010-019_WhereNow_WLA.indd 12

LEELA CYD

Here’s the Scoop!

7/18/14 11:06 AM

FAKE UP RES?

Barton G.’s whimsically presented lobster and Gruyère “pop-tarts”

PLAY WITH YOUR FOOD

FROM TOP: COURTESY BARTON G. THE RESTAURANT; ZACHARY HOTHORN

Fine restaurants tend to deliver their cuisine oh-so-seriously. Not so Barton G., the new neoclassic American dining spot from “entrepreneurial impresario” Barton G. Weiss on West Hollywood’s Restaurant Row. Like its Miami namesake, the restaurant goes big on both flavor and presentation. Inside the glamorous dining room, clouds of liquid nitrogen spill from cocktails onto a pink onyx bar, while popcorn shrimp overflows from a vintage-style popcorn-maker. Lobster “pop-tarts” spring from a toaster, and a 4-foot fork impales your steak. These over-the-top theatrics make fast friends of neighbors: Before long, you’ll be photographing each other’s dishes—especially if one of you orders the Marie Antoinette-inspired dessert featuring a ceramic bust topped with a towering pink cotton candy wig. Just try to find anything else like it in L.A. 861 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.388.1888, bartongtherestaurantla.com

Ahoy There, Diners Landlubbers, rejoice: Seafood spot Blue Plate Oysterette, a New England-inspired favorite that sits seaside in Santa Monica, now serves lunch and dinner at a charming new location on West 3rd Street. The jaunty, blue-and-white décor, by interior designer Tim

Clarke, complements the fresh and casual menu featuring such items as lobster mac and cheese, fried clams, the Blue Plate burger and, naturally, a raw bar with East and West coast oysters. Gather on the patio with friends, Champagne and a seafood tower (piled high with half a Maine

lobster, oysters, clams, mussels, prawns and a crab claw, with sauces and mignonettes) and imagine that the buzz of West Hollywood traffic is the sound of waves lapping on East Hampton’s shores. 8048 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.656.5474, blueplatesantamonica.com

Fresh oysters at Blue Plate Oysterette

WHERE LOS ANGELES 13

010-019_WhereNow_WLA.indd 13

7/18/14 11:10 AM

WHERE NOW / los

angeles SHOPPING

Fit Club Buh-bye, “khaki diaper-butt.” Men’s retailer Bonobos takes aim at ill-fitting trousers with its signature sag-free styles, sold online only with free shipping and hassle-free returns. But for men who like to try before they buy, the brand now pairs Web-based sales with brick-andmortar “Guideshops,” the first L.A. outpost of which just opened its doors. Here, “Guides” help shoppers navigate the myriad size, color and cut iterations of the brand’s trousers (voted Best Men’s Pants in New York magazine), as well as jeans, suiting, shorts and “billowing muffin top”free shirts. Customers can mug for a full-body selfie in a camerabacked mirror before ordering their selections on the shop’s computers for delivery a few days later. Nestled in the burgeoning menswear corridor of South La Brea Avenue, Bonobos looks like an easy L.A. fit. 101 S. La Brea Ave., L.A., 323.954.6800, bonobos.com

TOP: KOURY ANGELO FOR BONOBOS

Casual options at Bonobos’ first L.A. “guideshop”

FISHER FOR COMPLIMENTS Eileen Fisher, cool? With the debut of The Fisher Project concept store on West Hollywood’s Robertson Boulevard, the historically trendbucking brand gets outside its box with creative and, yes, edgy silhouettes. Alongside selections from the main Eileen Fisher line, The Fisher Project Collection seduces with jersey dresses and jumpsuits, stretchy denim, ponte-backed leather leggings, silk charmeuse

camis and other lithe looks that will appeal to the fashion-forward set. Complementary adornments are also on hand with the Covet Collection, comprising accessories and jewelry by such West Coast designers as Takara and Lulu Design. The effect is still elegant and easy, but with a youthful kick. Think Eileen Fisher’s rockin’ younger sister. 113 S. Robertson Blvd., L.A., 424.302.0467, eileenfisher.com

T S T A leather backpack and zip moto vest from The Fisher Project’s Fall 2014 collection

14 WHERELA.COM

010-019_WhereNow_WLA.indd 14

7/18/14 11:12 AM

EXPLORE A TROPICAL PARADISE

The Oaks â&#x20AC;˘ Galleria at Tyler South Bay Galleria The Shops at Mission Viejo

www.benbridge.com

010-019_WhereNow_WLA.indd 15

7/16/14 10:12 AM

WHERE NOW / los

angeles

CULTURE

ENTERTAINMENT UNDER THE STARS WARM SUMMER NIGHTS bring Los Angeles’ cultural events out of doors and into parks, plazas and other open spaces across the county. We’ve rounded up some of August’s hottest outdoor arts and entertainment happenings for your auditory and visual pleasure. FILM SCREENINGS

locations, including Exposition Park, downtown (streetfoodcinema.com). And in Long Beach, Moonlight Movies on the Beach offers both classic films and kid-friendly fare oceanside (Granada Beach, 5101 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach; Mother’s Beach, 5825 E. Appian Way, Long Beach, 562.477.6820).

Food, music, dancing—a film is not just a film at area outdoor movie screenings. The scene-iest of these are the Cinespia Cemetery Screenings at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, during which crowds jostle for spots to watch cult flicks projected on a mausoleum wall (6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, cinespia.org). Roving film series Eat, See, Hear, meanwhile, is a family-friendly affair (eatseehear.com). Street Food Cinema similarly shows its cult ficks in multiple

All the city’s a stage ... and Shakespeare provides the script during the summer, when troupes across L.A. educate and entertain as they perform the Bard’s works en plein air. The Independent Shakespeare Co. presents the Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival, performing on the slopes of the Old Zoo at Griffith Park (4730 Crystal Springs Drive, L.A., 818.710.6306). Shows are often complemented by salon

THEATER

discussions or music from local bands. Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum started as a theater for blacklisted actors and folk singers. Today, you can still take in plays in the amphitheater’s beautiful Topanga setting (1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga, 310.455.2322). Shakespeare by the Sea presents its plays at a variety of parks across the county— only one of which borders the ocean, though. This summer’s offerings are A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Hamlet (shakespearebythesea.org, 310.217.7596). MUSIC

There’s no better time to experience L.A.’s diverse music scene than the summer, when the sounds of indie rock, jazz and classical meld seamlessly with warm breezes. Thursday nights throughout summer, the Santa Monica Pier plays

host to Twilight Concerts— free shows by up-and-coming bands that play amidst the sounds of surf and screams from the nearby roller coaster (200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 310.458.8901). Levitt Pavilion’s Summer Music Festival offers 50 free, family-friendly concerts, from fusion folk to children’s interactive rock (Memorial Park, 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena, 626.683.3230). Meanwhile, Grand Perfomances offers eclectic options, such as a live scoring of Les Triplettes de Belleville. (California Plaza, 350 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.687.2159). Finally, you’ll never go wrong with L.A.’s most beloved outdoor venues: the iconic Hollywood Bowl (2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.850.2000) and the cozier Greek Theatre (2700 N. Vermont Ave., L.A., 323.665.5857). —Gillian Glover

COURTESY CINESPIA

Cinespia’s 2013 cemetery screening of Breaking Bad’s final episode

16 WHERELA.COM

010-019_WhereNow_WLA.indd 16

7/18/14 11:12 AM

ROU job

stag

roun

date

inks

spe chec

EXPLORE LOS ANGELES WE SPEAK THE LANGUAGE OF EXPLORATION GET A FREE TOTE BAG WITH PURCHASE OF $75 OR MORE AT THE NORTH FACE STORE

BEVERLY HILLS

423 N BEVERLY DRIVE

NEVER STOP EXPLORING

™

TIM KEMPLE

010-019_WhereNow_WLA.indd 17

PROMO CODE: WHERE14

7/16/14 10:12 AM

WHERE NOW / los

O 9 B 3

angeles

o TYLER GLENN’S PERFECT DAY

O 1 P 6

⁄ morning ⁄ Pick-me-ups I walk to Erewhon Natural Foods Market (323.937.0777) and get a juice. Also, The Waffle (323.465.6901) has a rad milkshake for any time of day!

IN FULL COLOR Chances are, you’ve seen the headlines about Neon Trees’ lead singer, Tyler Glenn (pictured second from right, with his bandmates), being openly gay and of the Mormon faith. Not that the SoCal native minds the interest in his personal life. If anything, Glenn seems to embrace how being open benefits not just his own growth, but that of other millennials looking to find their way, as well. Fresh off the success of Neon Trees’ latest album, Pop Psychology, Glenn says that he still has his days, “but it’s how I handle them that is inspiring. I used to have to hide or play a role to have confidence. Now the fearlessness is more natural.” And truthfully, inspiring is exactly what Glenn is—no other headline required. (Catch the band Sept. 4 at the L.A. County Fair.)—Jessica Radloff Were music and performing something you wanted to do as a kid? I was a performer since 3 or 4 years old. My mom had me in dance classes, and I would put on original shows in the backyard and invite the neighbors. [The shows] always seemed like huge productions in my head. It’s funny because now putting on a twohour show on tour gives me the same sensation as I had putting on those backyard plays. I still want everything to be dramatic and profound, and every beat and note [to] be meaningful.

You’ve gotten lots of press for coming out in an article in Rolling Stone. At a time when your album is doing phenomenally on the charts, has it been hard that people want to focus on your sexuality? It’s OK with me. I don’t think it’s been overbearing. I think the music and my coming out both play roles in this record. The album has themes of finding love in the modern age, my personal journey to find my identity, the subject of identity crisis in general. Me coming out is part of my self-acceptance.

“Everybody Talks” is one of your best-known songs. What’s the story behind that? Gossip. It was a reminder that everyone does have an opinion, and sometimes the people closest to you are the ones talking the most! I’ve learned to keep the good ones close and disregard a lot of the other people. Your style is so vibrant and colorful. What goes into creating your look? I have on- and off-stage looks, but I’ve always loved using clothes as a barometer for telling people what I’m about and who I am and how I feel. I really loved pulling from the pop art aesthetic for my clothing and look on this album. What are your favorite venues in Los Angeles for playing and listening to music? The Wiltern (213.388.1400) is a favorite to play at because of its history. It feels massive and intimate at the same time. And then The Greek [Theatre] (p. 96) is pretty impressive. It’s beautiful and sounds beautiful. I like that it’s smaller than the [Hollywood] Bowl, but still has a similar feel.

⁄ midday ⁄ Retail refresh I love to ... walk to Melrose and hit Wild Style (323.651.1223) and the Manic Panic store (323.951.1513). I’d end up ... at the ArcLight Hollywood (323.464.1478) and eat a late lunch at Doomie’s Home Cookin’ (323.469.4897) or Lemonade (310.247.2500; pictured below). ⁄ evening ⁄ Dinner with a friend I like to walk to Katana (p. 82) for great sushi and a laid-back, but cool, atmosphere. ⁄ late night ⁄ Chill(i) out Then a friend and I head to the Standard Hotel (323.650.9090) in West Hollywood for a nightcap. I also end up at Brite Spot (213.484.9800) a lot. Their chili rules. FROM TOP: ANDREW ZAEH; COURTESY LEMONADE

MY LOS ANGELES

B M

18 WHERELA.COM

010-019_WhereNow_WLA.indd 18

7/18/14 3:12 PM

OSKA 9693 Wilshire Boulevard Beverly Hills 310 271 2806 oska-beverlyhills.com OSKA 13 Douglas Alley Pasadena 626 432 1729 oska-pasadena.com

Beverly Hills / Chicago / Edina / Healdsburg / Lake Forest / Mill Valley / New York / Pasadena / Seattle / Calgary / London / Paris / Munich / Stockholm / www.oska.com

010-019_WhereNow_WLA.indd 19

7/16/14 10:12 AM

4 Perfect L. A. D

20 WHERELA.COM

020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 20

7/18/14 12:22 PM

. Days

There’s nothing like long summer days and warm SoCal nights for exploring new openings and tried-and ing hunt true haunts across the county. Whether you’re to do for the perfect date idea or a roundup of fun things ing rienc expe to with the family, here’s an insider’s guide a quintessential Los Angeles day. by LESLEY MCKENZIE

The pool at the Annenberg Community Beach House and the beach beyond offer coastal delights aplenty in Santa Monica.

WHERE LOS ANGELES 21

020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 21

7/18/14 12:22 PM

SIDE TRIP

Get out on the water with Marina del Rey Boat Rentals, whose single- and twoperson kayaks and stand-up paddleboards let adventurers get close to the abundant wildlife in the harbor and beyond, for a reasonable hourly rate. The company also rents sailboats, power boats, Jet Skis and party-perfect Duffy electric boats. Sister outfitter Marina del Rey Parasailing offers parasailing packages for those looking for an airborne thrill. 13717 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, 310.306.4444; parasailing 310.306.2222, marinadelreyboatrentals.com

SUN & SURF BREAK BREAD at Huckleberry Bakery & Café (1014 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.451.2311, huckleberrycafe.com), Santa Monica’s go-to spot for artisan breads, sandwiches, soups and salads from husband-andwife team Josh Loeb and Zoe Nathan—the couple also behind nearby Rustic Canyon Wine Bar and Seasonal Kitchen (1119 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.393.7050, rusticcanyonwinebar.com). After you’ve fueled up on espresso from Caffe Luxxe roasters and signature dishes like green eggs and ham, head to the Annenberg Community Beach House (415 Pacific Coast Hwy., Santa

MAKE YOUR L.A. TRIP COMPLETE WITH A DAY AT THE BEACH

Monica, 310.458.4904, annenbergbeachhouse.com), a public facility built on five acres of prime oceanfront Santa Monica State Beach real estate, and boasting amenities including a pool, splash pad and rec room. Both pool and a limited number of parking reservations can be made in advance, and walk-in tickets are available on a firstcome, first-served basis, starting at 9:30 a.m. daily. Thanks to a nearby beach bike path, guests can arrive on two wheels, available for rental through Santa Monica Beach Bicycle Rentals (310.428.5337, smbikerental.com), which will deliver your bike free of charge directly to your hotel or place of residence. Spend the day splashing around in the pool, mastering

the art of stand-up paddling or perfecting your beach tennis or volleyball serve with complimentary equipment available at Guest Services per availability, or through on-site rental, including other beach essentials such as chairs and umbrellas. And after you’ve worked up an appetite, dig in to healthful fare such as kale and grilled peach salad or a salmon burger courtesy of the nearby Back on the Beach Café (445 Pacific Coast Hwy., Santa Monica, 310.393.8282), which offers alfresco dining in the sand, or takeout options to enjoy back at the Beach House. For a dose of Top: Santa Monica Beach. From left: The Albright’s wedge salad; Pacific Park’s Gyro Loop; Annenberg Community Beach House

culture, check the Beach House’s regular programming options, including the free Beach=Culture series with readings, lectures and concerts, which typically take place on Tuesdays throughout the summer (reservations recommended). As the day closes, head to the Santa Monica Pier to watch the sun set from the outdoor patio of the seafoodcentric The Albright (258 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 310.394.9683, thealbright.com). Then, take a ride on Pacific Park's (310.260.8744, pacpark.com) Ferris wheel, overlooking the pier and glittering cityscape beyond.

PREVIOUS SPREAD: ACBH, SARAH PRIKRYL. THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: HAMMETT79/SHUTTERSTOCK; ACBH, GRANT MUDFORD; COURTESY PACIFIC PARK; COURTESY THE ALBRIGHT

Life Aquatic

22 WHERELA.COM

020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 22

7/18/14 12:22 PM

EXPERIENCE THE NEW

GLENDALE GALLERIA BCBGMAXAZRIA GUCCI

COACH

BOSS HUGO BOSS CARMEN STEFFENS

BHINDI JEWELERS - ROLEX KITSON

MICHAEL KORS

LOUIS VUITTON VILEBREQUIN

PLUS 215 OTHER GREAT STORES & EATERIES MENTION THIS AD AT THE SAME DAY LOUNGE AND RECEIVE A PASSPORT TO SAVINGS

Located at 100 W. Broadway in Glendale, California, neighboring the Glendale (2), Ventura (34) and the Golden State (5) freeways Monday-Saturday: 10:00am - 9:00pm Sunday: 11:00am - 7:00pm • glendalegalleria.com

020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 23

7/16/14 10:16 AM

FOR THE PERFECT DAY à deux, begin with a leisurely breakfast at chef Walter Manzke’s République (624 S. La Brea Ave., L.A., 310.362.6115, republiquela.com), where patrons can enjoy a rotating selection of goods baked fresh daily and an extensive list of yummy morning pick-me-up beverages such as Vietnamese coffee in an airy, sun-soaked setting. Plot the next move at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (5905 Wilshire Blvd.,

FALL IN LOVE ... WITH LOS ANGELES' ARTS & CULTURE TREASURES

L.A., 323.857.6000, lacma.org), where Chris Burden’s Urban Light sculpture makes for an Instagram-worthy shot, as does Michael Heizer’s monumental Levitated Mass sculpture. Brush up on art smarts at shows such as Expressionism in Germany and France: From Van Gogh to Kandinsky (running through Sept. 14), before heading to Milk Jar Cookies (5466 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.634.9800, milkjarcookies.com) for a light afternoon treat (think out-of-

Clockwise from top left: Fireworks at the Hollywood Bowl; treats at Milk Jar Cookies; wine pouring with Malibu Discovery; Modern Art galleries at LACMA

the-box flavored cookies such as banana split and seasonal offerings like lemon blueberry). And before heading out for the evening’s headlining event— namely, a show at the Hollywood Bowl (2301 N. Highland Ave., L.A., 323.850.2000, hollywoodbowl.com)—leave time to swing by Joan’s on Third (8350 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.655.2285, joansonthird.com) for a gourmet picnic feast to go, including the likes of zucchini fritters and Sicilian meatballs; box ticket holders can enjoy a gourmet meal from Patina Group delivered to their seats (hollywoodbowl. smartertakeout.net). Note: Don’t forget to pack a tablecloth and hurricane candles. There’s no shortage of vino at this venue, thanks to the well-curated The Wine Bar and Market Café, while, depending on the show (check schedule for details), guests may also have the option of bringing in their own bottles of wine to enjoy during the show. Either way, lovebirds can look forward to toasting a great day under the stars and, with any luck, a next date, too.

SIDE TRIP

Wine & Dine Malibu is known for sea, sand and surfing, and, more than ever, viticulture, too. Find out what the buzz over local wine is about during guided tours with Malibu Discovery, including the popular Malibu Wine Trail Tour. Prepare to be chauffeured in style to three area tasting rooms such as the Rosenthal Tasting Room, Cornell Winery, Malibu Wines or SIP Malibu, followed by lunch at local favorites such as Kristy's Wood Oven & Wine Bar, Duke’s Malibu or Sunset Restaurant, paired with—you guessed it—even more vino. Cheers to that! 310.393.6555, malibudiscovery.com

IT’S A DATE

24 WHERELA.COM

020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 24

7/18/14 12:22 PM

020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 25

7/16/14 10:16 AM

SIDE TRIP

Work It Out

Get fit and have a blast with Richard Simmons’ high-energy Slimmons classes for all levels, often taught by the fitness icon himself (call Monday to hear which dates he’ll be in town). Bring a yoga mat and don a wacky outfit if you desire—because Simmons will, too—and line up in advance for a spot at one of these highly popular workouts, including the famous Saturday morning Richard Simmons Sweat!!! class, combining cardio, light weight training and a whole lot of fun. 9306 Civic Center Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.275.4663, richardsimmons.com

START THE DAY with your BFFs at Thomas Keller’s Bouchon Bakery (235 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.271.9910, bouchonbakery.com), on the first floor of Bouchon Bistro, and arguably home of the city’s tastiest kouign-amann pastry. A short drive away, burn off the calories with a stroll through the manicured Virginia Robinson Gardens (1008 Elden Way, Beverly Hills, 310.550.2087, robinsongardens.org), then head to Rodeo Drive to burn plastic at classics such as Chanel (400 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.278.5500, chanel.com), Louis Vuitton (291 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills,

DINE, SHOP, STROLL AND PAMPER IN THE LAP OF LUXURY

310.859.0457, us.louisvuitton. com) and Tiffany & Co. (210 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.273.8880, tiffany.com). Continue the bonding moments with a “Spa Soiree” package for six or more at the elegant Spa Montage inside the Montage Beverly Hills (225 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 888.860.0788, montagehotels.com). The spa also offers a new à la carte menu of Kerstin Florian skin-carecentric treatments, including a results-driven Deluxe Caviar Facial and the glow-inducing Illuminating Body Treatment. Reconvene for the hotel’s afternoon tea service, served Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sip on artisanal teas and nibble on sweet bites by executive pastry chef Julie

Jangali before heading out the door to hair maestro José Eber’s eponymous salon nearby (360 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.858.4000, joseeber.com) for sexy blowouts, makeup applications or a quick trim. Show off your new dos over pre-dinner cocktails at Above Beverly Hills, atop the Sixty Beverly Hills (9360 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 800.441.5050, sixtyhotels.com), then dine on Wolfgang Puck’s famous

California cuisine at the legendary Spago (176 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.385.0880, wolfgangpuck.com), or at celebrity toque Curtis Stone’s tiny, seasonally driven Maude (212 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.859.3418, mauderestaurant.com). Cap the night in style, with inventive cocktails at swanky Hakkasan Beverly Hills (233 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.888.8661, hakkasan.com).

Clockwise, from left: Two Rodeo's luxury boutiques; pampering at Spa Montage; spiny lobster crudo at Maude; renowned chef Wolfgang Puck

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: COURTESY TWO RODEO DRIVE; JOHN RUSSO; RAY KACHATORIAN; AMANDA MARSALIS

GIRLS’ DAY

26 WHERELA.COM

020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 26

7/18/14 3:11 PM

020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 27

7/16/14 10:16 AM

KIDS RULE GIVE YOUR LITTLE ONES a day to remember, starting with breakfast at The Alcove Café and Bakery (1929 Hillhurst Ave., L.A., 323.644.0100, alcovecafe.com), which turns out apple pie pancakes and fruit and Nutella-laden crepes, as well as heartier options. Snag a bar of famous in-house Alcove chocolate to go before hitting the road for an action-packed day, beginning with a visit to Travel Town (5200 Zoo Drive, L.A., 323.662.5874, traveltown.org), featuring a museum and miniature-train ride. Next, hit the “Pan for Gold!” exhibit at the Autry National Center (4700 Western Heri-

DISCOVER GRIFFITH PARK: A WONDERLAND FOR FAMILIES

tage Way, L.A., 323.667.2000, theautry.org), on display during weekends year-round from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., which offers visitors the chance to learn how to pan for gold like the original forty-niners. Continue the fun at the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens (5333 Zoo Drive, L.A., 323.644.4200, lazoo.org), home to more than 250 species—many of which are on view at the newly unveiled Rainforest of the Americas exhibit. Continue the day's animal-inspired streak at the Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round (park center, 323.665.3051, laparks.org), an area landmark since 1937, decked out with 68

carved carousel ponies. Aspiring cowboys and cowgirls can also take the reins on a real-life steed at the Griffith Park Pony Rides (Crystal Springs Drive, 323.664.3266, laparks.org) happening alongside mini covered wagon rides at the Los Feliz entrance to the park. For lunch, relax and recharge at the popular The Trails Café (2333 Fern Dell Drive, L.A.,323.871.2102), which beckons patrons with its outdoor seating and delicious array of casual fare, including mouthwatering fruit pies. Evening amusement is to be found at Mount Hollywood’s Griffith Observatory (2800 E. Observatory Road, L.A., 213.473.0800, griffithobservatory.org), where kids and adults alike can indulge their space fantasies at shows in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium (check website for age restrictions) and, on clear evenings, through the lenses of free public telescopes. End your kid-friendly day on a sweet note at Los Feliz diner Fred 62 (1850 N. Vermont Ave., L.A., 323.667.0062, fred62.com) with one of the signature TV dinners such as The Partridge Family (pan-fried

chicken, corn pudding, greens, mashed potatoes and a mini waffle drizzled in gravy), topped with a root beer float, natch. SIDE TRIP

Thrill Ride No Los Angeles summer is complete without a trip to Universal Studios Hollywood, especially with this year’s debut of Hollywood blockbuster-inspired “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem,” touted as a 3D ultra-HD digital animation adventure ride. Also on the ticket this summer? The little yellow minions’ Super Silly Land water-themed interactive play zone. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 800.864.8377, universal studioshollywood.com

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: COURTESY GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY; GLAZA, CHARLIE MOREY; COURTESY UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD; AUTRY, DANIELLE KLEBANOW PHOTOGRAPHY

Clockwise: Griffith Observatory; giant river otters at the L.A. Zoo; all aboard at Travel Town; Despicable Me attraction; panning for gold at the Autry National Center

28 WHERELA.COM

020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 28

7/18/14 12:23 PM

Getty V

THE O R I G I NAL BRONZED G O DS

The Getty Villa. One mile north of Sunset on PCH. Reserve your free ticket today. Admission is free. An advance timed-entry ticket is required.

Getty Villa Bronze WhereLA P2.indd 1 020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 29

getty.edu

ÂŠ 2014 J. Paul Getty Trust

Sunshine, beaches, and bronzed bodies abound in Los Angeles, drawing natives and tourists alike to the splendor of the coast. Discover your own peaceful oasis from the city with lush gardens, ancient artâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and the original bronzed gods of Malibu.

6/30/14 10:22 AM 7/16/14 10:16 AM

SUMMER NIGHTS IN DOWNTOWN BURBANK

BURBANK COMEDY FESTIVAL

Featuring national headliners and 200 up-and-coming comedians, the Burbank Comedy Festival will be held at Flappers Comedy Club and Restaurant, 102 E Magnolia Boulevard in Downtown Burbank. For tickets, master schedule, podcasts and more, please visit burbankcomedyfestival.com

NORTH END PIZZERIA 212 E Orange Grove Avenue

Sample Boston’s finest at this family owned pizzeria featuring ingredients fresh from Grandma’s backyard. Specialties include Antonina’s Eggplant Parmesan sandwich, pizza margarita and the Italian chopped salad with oven-roast turkey, avocado and North End’s special dressing.

BEN & JERRY’S SCOOP SHOP 164 E Palm Avenue

Make it a double dose of ice cream euphoria at Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop in Downtown Burbank. Try exclusive flavors inspired by Saturday Night Live sketches such as Gilly’s Catastrophic Crunch and Lazy Sunday!

ZAMBA BOUTIQUE 331 N San Fernando Boulevard

For cute and chic designs from across the globe step into the world of Zamba, featuring eclectic furniture, clothing and accessories. A colorful feast for the eyes, you’ll find unique gifts made by up-and-coming artists and designers.

7/16/14 10:16 AM

020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 31

7/16/14 10:16 AM

Welcome to Burbank Enjoy the great outdoors this summer with all the exciting recreational activities and breathtaking views Burbank has to offer. Clockwise from top left: Starlight Bowl, Los Angeles Equestrian Center, Castaway Restaurant, Chandler Bike Path, Stough Canyon Nature Hikes, DeBell Golf Course.

URBAN EXPLORER TRAILBLAZER FREE SPIRIT Discover Burbank. To find out more call 818-238-5180 or visit us online at www.visitburbank.com

Discover Burbank_0814v5.indd 020-032_Feature 1_WLA.indd 32 1

7/16/14 7/7/14 11:50 10:16 AM

Trendsetting TABLES

LOCAL DINING TRENDS ARE AS DIVERSE AND DYNAMIC AS L.A. ITSELF. by roger grody

KRISSY LEFEBVRE

Salt cod, sushi rice, avocado and jalapeño at Trois Mec, in Hollywood

Although tradition and classic technique are honored by all generations of chefs, dining in L.A. is pop culture, which means trends are as fleeting and volatile as television programming or fashion design. Here we explore what’s hot on today's local dining scene. ➺ WHERE LOS ANGELES 33

033-036_Dining Feature_WLA.indd 33

5/13/14 4:45 PM

One of the dominant dining themes in L.A. over the last decade has been the versatile small-plate format, which allows guests to create their own multi-course meals to share with tablemates. But an apparent reaction to that overtly casual practice is the revival of the tasting menu, a more formal approach that shifts control back into the hands of the chef. Many of the most buzzworthy new restaurants in L.A. offer prix fixe menus exclusively, with the number of courses the only decision left to diners. Perhaps chefs envied their counterparts behind sushi bars, who frequently require patrons to commit to an omakase (“chef’s choice”), or maybe the enduring French tradition of the menu dégustation inspires young chefs. Downtown, chef/owner Josef Centeno serves up five- and eight-course menus at Orsa & Winston, as well as a 20-pluscourse “super omakase” arranged in advance and consumed only at a counter with a view into the kitchen. At nearby Alma, which Bon Appétit dubbed the nation’s best new restaurant last year, upstart chef Ari Taymor provides a 10-course menu. Both eateries, while hardly inexpensive, are informal, spare environments—a sign that the tasting menu is no longer reserved for posh temples of gastronomy. The toughest place in L.A. to score a reservation is Trois Mec, where rebellious chef Ludovic “Ludo” Lefebvre and co-owners Vinny Dotolo and Jon Shook provide a procession of unique dishes in a former pizza parlor with French hip-hop on the playlist. Maude, the intimate new restaurant of Aussie celebrity chef Curtis Stone, features a nine-course tasting menu that changes monthly to showcase a different seasonal product, whether it be peas, artichokes or morel mushrooms. At Maude, the versatility of ingredient and chef are presented in a refined context.

Tableside Technique Another throwback to a more formal era, when dining out meant getting pampered, is the reappearance of tableside service. Those tuxedoed waiters flambéing steak Diane over chafing dishes haven’t returned, but the attentive spirit has. One place to enjoy

the new generation of tableside service is RivaBella, a striking indoor-outdoor restaurant overlooking Sunset Boulevard that offers signature dishes from renowned chef Gino Angelini. For dramatic effect, mushroom risotto is cooked tableside inside an 80-pound wheel of Parmigiano-Reggiano, while ice creams created with liquid nitrogen send a cloud of condensed water vapor wafting across the table. At the local edition of megachef Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak, which recently debuted at the Americana at Brand, a bourbon cart is rolled through a handsome dining room retaining elements of the classic steakhouse while still looking fresh. It provides a Japanese whiskey ceremony or flights of bourbon smoked at the table with aromatics like cinnamon or vanilla. And in addition to such signature Mina dishes as tuna tartare and lobster pot pie being finished tableside, a “treat trolley”—the old-school dessert cart makes a comeback—appears for the final stanza. Mélisse has always been the quintessential example of L.A.’s laid-back brand of opulence, in which Michelin-starred French cooking is presented by polished servers who likely surf in the morning—and so does chef/owner Josiah Citrin whenever he can get away. There, tableside service involves truffle-crusted Dover sole and côte de boeuf for two, dry-aged for 35 days. This summer, Patina—now celebrating its 10th anniversary at Walt Disney Concert Hall—offers roasted dry-aged Liberty duck with honey, potato mousseline, carrot confit and green garlic pesto as part of its guéridon service, and still rolls a formidable cheese cart. At downtown’s new Faith & Flower, where some cocktails make a blazing entrance, an imported zinc cart stocked with absinthe and amaro rolls through a theatrical space with sumptuous bursts of color and art deco accents. “Dragon’s Breath”—sweet popcorn prepared in a bowl at the table with liquid nitrogen—is part of a procession of 20-plus courses at SAAM, the the chef’s tasting room located in the back of The Bazaar by José Andrés. The Church Key in West Hollywood has adopted the charm and spontaneity of dim sum, with off-menu items rolled table-to-table. In addi-

tion, mixologists dressed as Pan Am flight attendants steer airline food carts loaded with cocktails.

Uni Obsession Sea urchin—known by Southern Californians as uni (its Japanese name) because the harvest off the Santa Barbara coast is so beloved by sushi chefs around the world—is one of the sexiest things that comes out of the ocean. For years, it was a treasure reserved for the closing stanzas of an omakase feast, but uni has made its way onto all kinds of menus. One of the greatest single bites in town is a miniature English muffin topped with burrata, uni

SPREAD: CHRISTINA PETER PHOTOGRAPHY; BOTTOM: CALEB WING

Adieu, Decision-Making

34 WHERELA.COM

033-036_Dining Feature_WLA.indd 34

5/13/14 4:45 PM

FAR RIGHT: COURTESY ALLUMETTE; CHICKEN: RYAN TANAKA

Clockwise from top left: RivaBella's Liquid Nitrogen Vanilla Ice Cream cart; potato chips with uni cream at Allumette; Mary's Organic Rotisserie Chicken at République; the Sherry Cobbler cocktail at Acabar

and caviar, served as an amuse-bouche at downtown’s Alma. At Allumette in Echo Park, twentysomething chef Miles Thompson is known for his house-made potato chips topped with smoked mackerel, uni cream and chives, and at République veteran chef Walter Manzke offers crostini with uni layered over soft scrambled eggs. Chef Josef Centeno, who operates three restaurants in downtown’s Old Bank District, presents a memorable risotto in which sought-after Koshihikari rice is laced with uni and pecorino cream. At Pasadena’s Union, chef Bruce Kalman adds braised leeks to his uni risotto—the star ingredient is brought in live from Santa

Barbara—and serves it in the spiny shell topped with crispy strands of fried artichokes. Nothing is more coveted by uni aficionados than fresh, unadulterated uni, as close to its natural state as possible. Premium sushi bars are the best places to find it, and Sushi Zo, recently opened downtown, serves some that will melt in your mouth. For a Spanish treatment of the ingredient, consider the sea urchin flan at smoke.oil.salt, a new restaurant causing quite a stir over its modern Catalan creations.

Hunting & Gathering Groundbreaking chef René Redzepi, whose Copenhagen restaurant, Noma, was ranked

the best in the world three consecutive years by Great Britain’s influential Restaurant magazine, made foraging cool. Trekking through Danish forests, he discovers exotic, untraditional ingredients—moss, pinecones and ants, for instance—and transforms them into unexpectedly exquisite dishes. The concept of foraging is now one of the hottest trends on the L.A. dining scene, and chefs who previously shopped at farmers markets can now be found foraging for wild herbs and mushrooms on their days off. After a couple of appearances on Bravo TV’s Top Chef, Chris “C.J.” Jacobson earned a coveted stagiaire position at Noma, an experience that profoundly affected his

WHERE LOS ANGELES 35

033-036_Dining Feature_WLA.indd 35

5/16/14 10:07 AM

Chicken Takes Flight On today’s trend-conscious dining scene, chicken is frequently a culinary afterthought. Even when it’s designated as a free-range, organic bird raised locally by artisanal farmers, chicken appears on menus primarily to satisfy the least adventuresome diners. But the ubiquitous bird is making a comeback in L.A. Last year, chicken and waffles, a throwback to the jazz clubs of Harlem’s glory days, was all the rage, but classic technique is what usually elevates the modest chicken. A signature at Bouchon, Thomas Keller’s upscale Beverly Hills bistro, is the chef’s famed poulet rôti (roasted chicken), arriving at the table with a perfectly golden crust and buttery jus, currently plated with braised kale and turnips. Chef Walter Manzke, another master of French classics, uses a rotisserie to seal in the chicken’s juices at République, serving it with red roasted kale and fingerling potatoes. And for French-inspired chefs all over

Foraged herbs accent the Beets & Berries dish at Girasol in Studio City

THE TRENDSETTERS Acabar 1510 N. Stanley Ave., Hollywood, 323.876.1400 Allumette 1320 Echo Park Ave., Echo Park, 213.935.8787 Alma 952 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.244.1422 Bouchon 235 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.271.9910 Bourbon Steak The Americana at Brand, 237 S. Brand Blvd., Glendale, 818.839.4130 ChocoChicken 403 W. 12th St., downtown, chocochicken.com The Church Key 8730 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 424.249.3700 Cleo The Redbury, 1717 Vine St., Hollywood, 323.962.1711 Faith & Flower WaterMarke Tower, 705 W. 9th St., downtown, 213.239.0642 Girasol 11334 Moorpark St., Studio City, 818.924.2323 Maude 212 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.859.3418 Mélisse 1104 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.395.0881 Orsa & Winston 122 W. 4th Street, downtown, 213.687.0300 Patina Walt Disney Concert Hall, 141 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.3331 Red Medicine 8400 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 323.651.5500 République 624 S. La Brea Ave., L.A., 310.362.6115 RivaBella 9201 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2060 SAAM The Bazaar by José Andrés, SLS Hotel Beverly Hills, 465 S. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.246.5545 smoke.oil.salt 7274 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.930.7900 Sushi Zo 334 S. Main St.,downtown, 213.935.8409 Trois Mec 716 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, troismec.com Union 37 E. Union St., Pasadena, 626.795.5841

town who yearn for foie gras, now illegal in the Golden State, velvety chicken-liver mousse has become a frequent stand-in. Paying homage to American cuisine is Keller’s legendary buttermilk fried chicken (served the first and third Monday of every month at Bouchon), while trendsetting restaurateur Adam Fleischman (Umami Burger, 800 Degrees, Red Medicine) is due to roll out ChocoChicken downtown at press time. Yes, we’re talking all-American fried chicken whose batter is infused with a hint of chocolate!

Arabian Nights Cities like Beirut and Tripoli may not currently be hot tourist destinations, but the cuisines of the Middle East and North Africa are among the most beguiling in the world. With some contemporary applications from creative L.A. chefs, the food of the region is moving out of endearing holes-in-the-wall and into glitzy, trendsetting restaurants. Dar Maghreb, a Hollywood institution for 40 years, closed in 2012 but has been transformed into Acabar, with its exotic architecture burnished and bankable chef Octavio Becerra in the kitchen. The eclectic chef doesn’t pretend to be true to Moroccan cuisine but does offer modern takes on tagines and couscous while following the Spice Trail far beyond Morocco. Not far away, Cleo serves a full menu of small plates from throughout the Mediterranean—muhammara, falafel and shawarma—tweaked for a trendy L.A. crowd by chef Danny Elmaleh, whose dad operated a Moroccan restaurant in Japan. Cleo is a sexy place, filled with Hollywood images of Cleopatra and benefiting from killer cocktails. Bestia chef Ori Menashe, who grew up in Israel and is passionate about the region’s cuisine, is teaming up again with restaurateur Bill Chait (Bestia, Rivera, Sotto) to open a Middle Eastern restaurant in downtown’s suddenly sizzling Arts District. Chef Michael Hung is fresh from a stint at San Francisco’s classically French La Folie, but in his new assignment as executive chef of Faith & Flower, he’s experimenting with diverse influences. Strong hints of North Africa appear in dishes like Hung’s calamari dressed in chermoula vinaigrette, which incorporates lemons preserved for three months.

JESUS BANUELOS

culinary philosophy. Now executive chef at Girasol in Studio City, Jacobson puts Redzepi’s practices to work on a menu that celebrates local California ingredients. He and his staff wander through the canyons of Angeles National Forest in search of items like willow herb, Indian lettuce and juniper. On his intriguing menu, sweet clover goes into a reduction sauce for pork, while wild sorrel and white fir from the Southern California foothills complement hamachi. Chef Jordan Kahn’s creations at Beverly Hills’ Red Medicine have always been intricate works of art, frequently decorated with exotic flowers assembled to perfection with a pair of culinary tweezers. Most of his Vietnamese-inspired dishes, however, have been purged from the menu, replaced by what he calls “New Naturalist” cuisine. Current efforts include lamb shoulder with a variety of exotic ingredients such as Sequoia redwood shoots and wild yarrow leaves, and chilled duck liver accented with meadowsweet and mulberry. Many of these ingredients are foraged by the chef himself in rustic Topanga Canyon. Chef Ari Taymor of Alma has also embraced foraging, the radical cousin of California cuisine sometimes referred to as “transitional gastronomy.”

36 WHERELA.COM

033-036_Dining Feature_WLA.indd 36

5/16/14 10:08 AM

WHERE ABOUTS The City of Angels is among the most vibrant and diverse cities in the Western Hemisphere. The area generally referred to as L.A. is actually made up of numerous cities and neighborhoods, each with its own vibe. Here’s our guide to the most visited among them.

SARAH HADLEY

➺ CITY INDEX 38

BEVERLY HILLS

SANTA MONICA

WEST HOLLYWOOD

HOLLYWOOD

DOWNTOWN

PASADENA

THE VALLEY

SOUTH BAY

037_At A Glance_WLA.indd 37

5/13/14 2:14 PM

EXPLORING

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

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

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

Rodeo Drive + Golden Triangle

From Greystone, head west on Sunset Boulevard, then hang on to your wallet as you turn south onto Rodeo Drive. After passing

through a tony residential neighborhood, you enter the shopping district known as the Golden Triangle, bounded by Santa Monica and Wilshire boulevards and Cañon Drive. Vera Wang and Tory Burch each recently opened flagships on Rodeo, reminding retailers that 90210 is still the most prestigious ZIP code in the States. Ascend the Italian-esque side street to Tiffany & Co., perched atop Two Rodeo. Pause for the quintessential Beverly Hills snapshot before continuing on to the Beverly Wilshire Hotel (of Pretty Woman fame) at the south end of Rodeo Drive. Continuing west, pass Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Barneys New York, the reigning luxury retail titans along this stretch of Wilshire. At Santa Monica Boulevard, you hit the Beverly Hilton Hotel, which rolls out 30,000 square feet of red carpet annually to host the Golden Globe Awards.

The Industry + the Arts

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

houses based here. Witness fierce negotiations and wooing over three-martini lunches at Scarpetta inside the Montage Beverly Hills and recently revamped Spago across the street. The city’s cultural treasure-troves include the Paley Center for Media and the Samuel Goldwyn Theater at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, both of which hold screenings. There is even more cultural programming at the new Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, which transforms the historic Beverly Hills Post Office into an entertainment destination.

Century City

Heading west from Beverly Hills on Santa Monica Boulevard, you enter the 0.7-squaremile modern acropolis of Century City. ICM Partners and Creative Artists Agency are located here, as is a Fox Studio lot and countless legal, financial, entertainment and hospitality firms. But those outside the biz won’t be excluded. Just past Avenue of the Stars, you hit the upscale Westfield Century City shopping center, with luxury boutiques and dining venues to rival those of Beverly Hills. Nearby on Constellation Boulevard, epicures

FROM LEFT: EDWIN SANTIAGO; DALE BERMAN. OPPOSITE: EDWIN SANTIAGO

more mansions than any other area of L.A. County, not to mention the world’s most recognizable ZIP code. Rodeo Drive, perhaps the world’s most famous shopping street, offers virtually every label worth its logo.

38 WHERELA.COM

038-041_Beverly Hills_WLA.indd 38

5/13/14 2:25 PM

NEW IN TOWN Iro

Très chic French brand opens its first L.A. boutique. 325 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.276.1885

Jimmy Choo

The stiletto star debuts its expanded and renovated global concept store. 240 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.9045

J.P. Club

Renowned leather goods purveyor Tod’s opens a byappointment men’s club featuring the J.P. Tod’s Sartorial collection. 333 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.285.0591

iPic Theaters

Gourmet food, plush seats and cocktails enhance the big-screen offerings at this luxury cinema in Westwood. 10840 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 310.307.7003

Prada boutique on North Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Opposite, from left: Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City; 208 Rodeo restaurant in Beverly Hills

WHERE LOS ANGELES 39

038-041_Beverly Hills_WLA.indd 39

5/16/14 10:10 AM

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

Bruin theater in Westwood

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

UCLA

A few miles northeast of Century City is the University of California, Los Angeles, one of the top public universities in the country. Visitors are welcome at several university attractions, including the Fowler Museum at UCLA and the outdoor Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden in the north campus, the planetarium on the south campus and the seven-acre Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Gardens (777 Tiverton Drive). The Hammer Museum is nearby and houses works by Degas and Rembrandt as well as contemporary works and installations. Paid parking is available in UCLA lots and structures throughout the 419-acre campus.

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

Culver City

Covering five square miles about four miles southeast of Westwood, Culver City has benefited from a polish in the past few years, and now boasts a thriving downtown. The Kirk Douglas Theatre and the Ivy Substation, home to the Actors’ Gang, bookend

/ small wonder

➺Los Angeles’ tiniest trendsetters are in for a treat with the newly opened Catimini clothing and accessories boutique in Beverly Hills, a style haven for budding fashionistas—and the parents who like to dress them. For more than 40 years, the Parisian label has been a go-to for boys and girls ranging from newborns to 14-year-olds, and already boasts boutiques in Orange County, Miami and New York. Pint-size clothing lovers can make a serious style statement on the playground with these whimsical threads, which have already been spotted on the likes of celebrity daughters including Jessica Alba’s, Honor Warren, and Beyoncé’s, Blue Ivy Carter. Family portrait day never looked this good. 9511 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.276.4500, shopcatimini.com—L.M.

TOP: SARAH HADLEY

G R E AT F I N D

Westwood Village

the downtown area and stage excellent live productions throughout the year. Traveling east on Washington Boulevard, don’t miss the sprawling Helms Bakery complex, which contains dozens of high-end furniture showrooms. Moving along Washington, the scene-y Arts District has more than 30 art galleries and exhibition spaces clustered along Washington and La Cienega boulevards. At the intersection of Washington and National boulevards is one end of the Expo Line, a Metro light rail that traverses from Culver City to Exposition Park and the University of Southern California to downtown. Hollywood gets all the attention, but it’s Culver City that claims the official motto “The Heart of Screenland.” In 1915, Ince/Triangle Studios, today Sony Pictures Studios, opened at 10202 W. Washington Blvd. Classics including The Wizard of Oz would eventually be filmed on the lots of the movie studio. (News reports of the time indicate that the “Munchkins” partied hard during their stay at the Culver Hotel.) The stately Thomas H. Ince Studio opened in 1919. Today, Culver City’s screen culture is still going strong, with the TV series Cougar Town among the productions filmed at Culver Studios, and the Spider-Man franchise among the hits produced on the historic lots at Sony. Fully experience Culver City’s screen heritage by taking a studio tour at Sony. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 116.

40 WHERELA.COM

038-041_Beverly Hills_WLA.indd 40

5/16/14 10:10 AM

038-041_Beverly Hills_WLA.indd 41

5/13/14 2:25 PM

EXPLORING

Santa Monica SANTA MONICA HAS THE APPROACHABLE VIBE OF A BEACH TOWN WITH THE ATTRACTIONS OF A MAJOR CITY. MALIBU, VENICE AND MARINA DEL REY ARE APPEALING OPTIONS NEARBY.

➺In the 1800s, a real estate agent called Santa Monica “the Zenith City by the Sunset Sea.” The 21st-century

version of Santa Monica fulfills its early promise with a bustling downtown and beach that attract millions of visitors per year. Pacific Coast Highway connects SaMo with draws such as Malibu and Marina del Rey. Third Street Promenade, three pedestrianonly blocks on 3rd Street between Broadway and Wilshire Boulevard, is perpetually teeming with people. Visitors can hit dozens of boutiques, watch movies at three cinemas or gawk at the myriad street artists. If they don’t refuel at the many eateries along the Promenade, visitors can venture to the surrounding blocks to Tinga or the Misfit, and enjoy drinks at the Bungalow or the many pubs such as Ye Olde King’s Head that hint at Santa Monica’s large population of British expats. Anchoring the promenade at Broadway is Santa Monica Place, a beautiful open-air shopping center with Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, 80 boutiques and the top-level Dining Deck with a food court, upscale restaurants and a gourmet marketplace. East on Broadway is the legendary Fred Segal, an emporium of high-end shops on each side of 5th Street. Santa Monica Pier, built in 1909, is at the end of Colorado Avenue and features Pacific Park, a mini amusement park with food stands and rides, including a solar-powered, LED-lit Ferris wheel.

Main Street + Montana Avenue

Compared with the hustle and bustle of Third Street Promenade, Montana Avenue is downright tranquil. Between 6th and 17th streets are plenty of fashionable boutiques, including London Sole. Father’s Office, known for its stellar burger, Locanda Portofino and R+D Kitchen are tops for dining; dessert lovers might venture to Sweet Lady Jane for its famous cakes. Just minutes south of downtown Santa Monica, Main Street exudes a beachyupscale vibe. The long stretch between Pico Boulevard and Rose Avenue contains a number of galleries, restaurants such as Chinois on Main, British pubs and boutiques such as Planet Blue and Paris 1900. The California Heritage Museum is in a transplanted Victorian-era home, as is the Victorian, adjacent to the museum, which features a cool downstairs speak-easy, Basement Tavern.

The Arts

Visitors can take in plays at Main Street’s Edgemar Center for the Arts, housed in an angular concrete structure designed by Frank Gehry. An even wider variety of entertain-

ment is at the Broad Stage, Santa Monica College’s first-rate, 499-seat performing arts, film, dance and theater. As L.A. has emerged as a fine-arts capital, the campuslike Bergamot Station (2525 Michigan Ave.) has become an important destination. It’s home to 30 galleries, the Santa Monica Museum of Art and a cafe.

Malibu

Twenty miles north of Santa Monica on Pacific Coast Highway is Malibu. Formerly known as Rancho Malibu, Malibu’s land was once so coveted that May K. Rindge, who took ownership of it in 1905 after the death of her scion husband, used armed guards to defend it from trespassers. In the 1920s, Rindge’s hefty legal bills, racked up from fighting developers, forced her to invite stars to live in Malibu Colony in the 1920s, and the legacy of Malibu as celebrity-home central continues today. Much of Malibu’s best destinations are visible from PCH, such as the many restaurants with ocean views, from the casual (Malibu Seafood) to the upscale (Nobu Malibu). Adjacent to the Malibu Lagoon and Bird Sanctuary, the Adamson House is filled

FROM LEFT: BROWN CANNON III; SARAH HADLEY. OPPOSITE: DALE BERMAN

Third Street + the Pier

42 WHERELA.COM

042-047_Santa Monica_WLA.indd 42

5/16/14 10:12 AM

NEW IN TOWN CaudalĂe

French skin-care brand debuts its first West Coast spa and boutique.1416 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.450.3560

Everything But Water

New shop from resortand swimwear giant makes a stylish splash. 220 26th St., Santa Monica, 424.280.7896

Manchego

Spanish tapas restaurant opens larger casa with patio seating. 2518 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.450.3900

Superba Food + Bread

Chef Jason Travi and Superba team unveil fresh bakery/coffee shop/cafe spinoff. 1900 S. Lincoln Blvd., Venice, 310.907.5075

Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica. Opposite: Geoffreyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Malibu restaurant; Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine in Pacific Palisades

WHERE LOS ANGELES 43

042-047_Santa Monica_WLA.indd 43

5/13/14 2:38 PM

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

tions. Rose Avenue is also coming up, thanks to the emergence of hot restaurants such as Superba Snack Bar, a smattering of hip shopping and industrial-chic lofts. Looky-loos stroll Ocean Front Walk to ogle the vendors and performers, or bodybuilders at Muscle Beach.

Brentwood

with historic tile. The celebrity-frequented Malibu Country Mart serves as the area’s town square. Together with adjacent Malibu Village and Malibu Lumber Yard shopping centers, there are enough trendy shops and restaurants to while away an afternoon. Inland, nearing Calabasas, is wine country. Malibu Discovery offers tours of the region, with stops at tasting rooms such as Malibu Wines and Sip Malibu.

Topanga + Pacific Palisades

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

G R E AT F I N D

Palisades, south of Topanga on PCH and accessed from Temescal Canyon Road. Hikers love the shady trails in Temescal Gateway Park, and cafes and upscale momand-pop shops can be found between Via de la Paz and Monument Street near Sunset Boulevard. The Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine on Sunset is a 10-acre oasis with a lush garden and koi- and swan-filled lake. The crown jewel of “the Palisades” is the Getty Villa. Styled as a Julius Caesar-era villa, it’s filled with Greco-Roman antiquities.

Venice

Abbot Kinney won the land that would become Venice in a coin toss. He sought to develop it as an American version of the Italian city; the canals are still there, today lined with million-dollar bungalows. His namesake Abbot Kinney Boulevard is Venice’s coolest section, where The Tasting Kitchen, Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea and boutiques such as Alexis Bittar and A+R are the main attrac-

/ storied beauty

➺Aussie cult beauty company Aesop officially said “G’day” to L.A. with the debut

of its first local apothecary in Venice, which followed in the wake of the brand’s successful “booth-in-store” in Opening Ceremony. Stop by to peruse Aesop’s spectrum of plant-based hair, skin, and bodycare products, including its beloved Fabulous Face Oil and Rosehip Seed Lip Cream. You’ll fall in love with the products’ signature minimalist packaging and the enticing fragrances in the store, where customers are invited to test products around a floating sink. Cementing its cool-kid status, the company recently opened the doors to a downtown location on up-and-coming Broadway. Now there are no excuses for not cleaning up your act. 1504 ½ Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 424.272.9882, aesop.com—L.M.

Marina del Rey

Marina del Rey’s main attraction is the marina, the largest man-made small-craft harbor in the world. Restaurants in the fisherman’s wharf are positioned to take advantage of the views. Rent kayaks from UCLA Marina Aquatic Center (14001 Fiji Way), and shop or dine at Waterside, Marina del Rey, located at Lincoln Boulevard and Fiji Way. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 116.

FROM TOP: ASHOK SINHA; ISTOCKPHOTO.COM/SIMON SMITH

The Getty Villa in Pacific Palisades

Reese Witherspoon, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner are some of the celebrities said to live in this affluent enclave northeast of Santa Monica. San Vicente Boulevard functions as the neighborhood’s main street, with copious independent shops, bakeries, cafes and restaurants between Bundy Drive and where San Vicente becomes Federal Avenue. The petite Brentwood Country Mart, a unique open-air shopping center built in 1948, keeps retail offerings contemporary and upscale. The area’s biggest draw is the Getty Center, the hilltop museum that houses J. Paul Getty’s spectacular art collection.

44 WHERELA.COM

042-047_Santa Monica_WLA.indd 44

5/13/14 2:38 PM

38327_

T h e U lT i m aT e S h o p p i n g e x p e r i e n c e

SoUTh coaST plaza 250 BoUTiqUeS, 30 reSTaUranTS anD SegerSTrom cenTer For The arTS apple Store · Bally · Berluti · Bottega Veneta · Brioni · Brunello cucinelli · Burberry · Bvlgari · cartier chanel · chloé · chopard · coach · Dior · Diptyque · ermenegildo zegna · Fendi · Fresh · gucci harry Winston · iWc · Jo malone · John Varvatos · lanvin · lego · longchamp · louis Vuitton montblanc · omega · porsche Design · prada · roger Vivier · rolex · Saint laurent · Salvatore Ferragamo Tiffany & co. · Tod’s · Tory Burch · Tumi · Vacheron constantin · Valentino · West elm · zara Saks Fifth avenue · Bloomingdale’s · nordstrom · macy’s partial listing

San Diego FWY (405) at Bristol St., costa mesa, ca

SoUThcoaSTplaza.com 800.782.8888

@southcoastplaza

38327_15_WhereLA_Tourism_FNL.indd 1 042-047_Santa Monica_WLA.indd 45

@southcoastplaza

5/1/14 4:15 5/13/14 2:38 PM PM

A world away from the ordinary. A block away from beach.

Agabhumi the Best of Bali

2665 Main Street 310 396 2422 agabhumi.com Agabhumi the Best of Bali: Where fashion happens first! One of a kind jewelry, handbags, sandals and accessories at unbeatable prices. Mention this ad in store and receive a special gift.

Coming June 22nd, the 14th annual Main Street Summer SOULstice

MainStreet_0514v1.indd 042-047_Santa Monica_WLA.indd 1 46

Manchego

2518 Main Street 310 450 3900 manchegosm.com Manchegoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seasonal menu features Spanish tapas with a Mediterranean influence, housemade sangria and a unique Spanish wine list.

5/16/14 10:18 AM

Santa Monica

Gioia

Naval Inc

La Vecchia Cucina

2721 Main Street 310 392 3378 gioiaclothing.com

2525 Main Street 310 450 5014 naval-inc.com

2654 Main Street 310 399 7979 lavecchia.com

Gioia (joy-a), Italian for “joy”. Women’s ethnic-style apparel and accessories. Artistic clothing that is feminine, unique, comfortable and affordable. Friendly helpful service. Parking in back.

Naval Inc is a nautical themed gift shop for all ages. From model sailboats, wall art, clocks, telescopes, soaps and candles to clothing and toys for kids, you will be fascinated to discover so many items with the nautical theme.

Santa Monica’s finest neighborhood Italian restaurant since 1990. Offering outstanding cuisine, great wine, full bar and warm hospitality. L, D (daily).

Adelheid & Euphemia Studio 2802 Main Street 310 570 5267 shoppingcarttree.com

Shopping-cart tree artist Anthony Schmitt is now scheduling appointments for your creative/interior needs and design services for consultation. Email anthony@anthonyschmittdesigns.com.

Basement Tavern

O’Brien’s Irish Pub

2640 Main Street 310 396 2469 thevictorian.com

2941 Main Street 310 396 4725 obrienspub.com

The Victorian, frequently used as a wedding/ events venue, has a hidden “speak-easy” style bar called Basement Tavern at the Victorian. Live music 7 days a week. Happy hour (daily), Br (Su).

This cozy neighborhood pub has been around since 1995, proudly serving a great range of brews, whiskeys and spirits as well as fine Irish and American cuisine. Live music and happy hour nightly. B (Sa-Su); L, D (daily).

mainstreetsm.com 042-047_Santa Monica_WLA.indd 47

4/10/14 5/13/14 11:12 2:38 PM AM

EXPLORING

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

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

Hollywood wields enormous influence over the L.A. lifestyle. With a number of world-class art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, nightclubs and theaters, it’s a frequent destination for locals and tourists alike. After dark, this iconic stretch of Sunset Boulevard between Doheny Drive and Crescent Heights Avenue becomes the hottest stretch of asphalt in L.A. County. The club scene here rocks with many legendary establishments. The Roxy, the Whisky a Go Go and the Viper Room have a long history of hosting performances from rock ‘n’ roll’s finest. Other Sunset Strip nightclubs include Bootsy Bellows and Rock & Reilly’s. The Comedy Store continues to showcase the leading names in standup as well as emerging stars. During the day, boutiques such as beloved Book Soup draw traffic. Hotels are an integral part of the Sunset Strip scene. Chateau Marmont, a glorious and notorious celebrity hangout throughout the decades, remains a discreet local getaway. Skybar, at the style-conscious Mondrian, retains its aura of exclusivity. At the Sunset Tower Hotel, Bugsy Siegel’s former suite has been converted into the Tower Bar.

Sunset Plaza

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

collection of tony shops and bistros with an international flavor and free parking, a novelty in this neighborhood. This is the city’s Euro Zone, where you’re apt to hear more French and Italian than Valley Girl. For up-to-the-minute fashion, check out the collections at Zadig & Voltaire or either of the two H. Lorenzo shops. Pamper yourself with a facial and massage at Ole Henriksen Face/Body Spa, a blowout at Drybar or a makeover at Blushington.

Melrose Avenue

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

is the quiet, fashionable three-block street of Melrose Place, where Bentleys line up for chic salons such as Frédéric Fekkai and cutting-edge boutiques such as Zero + Maria Cornejo, Monique Lhuillier or Isabel Marant.

West Hollywood Design District Melrose Avenue’s massive Pacific Design Center is the hub of L.A.’s flourishing art, fashion and design district, formerly known as the Avenues, which runs along the pedestrian-friendly retail corridors of Melrose and Beverly and Robertson boulevards. The complex itself—monolithic blue, green and red buildings designed by celebrated architect Cesar Pelli—is itself noteworthy, and its 1.2 million square feet houses more than 130 showrooms catering to professional designers and luxury homeowners. PDC is also home to a satellite of downtown’s Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) and a stylish Wolfgang Puck eatery, Red Seven.

Beverly + West 3rd

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

FROM LEFT: DALE BERMAN; MONICA NOUWENS. OPPOSITE: SARAH HADLEY

Sunset Strip

48 WHERELA.COM

048-053_West Hollywood_WLA.indd 48

5/13/14 2:59 PM

NEW IN TOWN

Gracias Madre

The Café Gratitude team serves its vegan Mexican cuisine haute. 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.978.2170

Helmut Lang

Minimalist fashion brand pops up in the design district. 8808 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 917.376.8377

Oliver’s Prime

Surf and turf checks into the Grafton on Sunset. 8462 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.491.9003

Selects Apothecary

New shop carries cult-favorite beauty products next to the Benjamin with Negin Zand salon. 8908 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 424.284.3468

Chris Burden’s installation Urban Light at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Opposite, from left: the Farmers Market; a Melrose Avenue boutique

WHERE LOS ANGELES 49

048-053_West Hollywood_WLA.indd 49

5/13/14 2:59 PM

Beverly Hills may be the toniest shopping district in L.A., but Robertson Boulevard is not far behind.

The Pacific Design Center, aka “the Blue Whale,” anchors the West Hollywood Design District.

rants, design showrooms and boutiques from some of the hottest up-and-coming clothing designers. The two streets bracket the landmark eight-level Beverly Center, whose design is reminiscent of Paris’ Pompidou Center. Bloomingdale’s, Henri Bendel, Fendi, Gucci, Stuart Weitzman, the Capital Grille and Maje and Sandro boutiques are among more than 160 establishments drawing consumers. On West 3rd Street east of Beverly Center, you’ll find favorite boutiques such as BedHead for chic pajamas and Duncan Quinn for bespoke tailored suits. There are many dining options such as Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo’s Son of a Gun, plus a branch of Magnolia Bakery. On Beverly Boulevard, you can browse vintage couture at Beige or high-end home décor and accessories at Garde. Afterward, you can experience market-fresh American cuisine at Cooks County or hearty Italian on the romantic patio at Dominick’s.

Beverly Hills may be the county’s toniest shopping district, but Robertson Boulevard is not far behind, particularly if you’re young and hot and have your own reality show. The celebutante set hits Rebecca Taylor for womenswear, Zimmermann for haute swimwear and Kitson for trendy accessories. A cutting-edge Chanel concept store illustrates the difference between Robertson Boulevard and more staid Rodeo Drive. For a breather between boutique-hopping, consider a cocktail with crab cakes on the picket-fenced patio of Ivy Restaurant, where famous faces practically outnumber those of civilians.

Fairfax District

Technically part of the city of Los Angeles, the Fairfax District is one of the most culturally diverse and artsy neighborhoods in the West Hollywood area. At Fairfax Avenue and Wilshire Boulevard is the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), a renowned

/ get personal

➺Ideal for women who prefer an intimate shopping experience, especially when it comes to swimsuits and lingerie, Lencería boutique feels more like a friend’s home than a retail space. Guests can sip espresso or wine as they browse a handpicked selection of high-end, hard-to-find Latin American brands such as Agua Bendita swimwear and Ellipse lingerie, and can choose from styles that range from classic to coquettish. The boutique also carries beautiful beach attire, accessories and lifestyle items that complement the swimwear’s feminine and colorful aesthetic. For a truly personalized experience, call ahead to schedule a private shopping session during the store’s appointment-only Sunday hours. 8533 Sunset Blvd., Suite 101, West Hollywood, 310.601.7963, lenceriaboutique.com—A.S.

TOP: EDWIN SANTIAGO

G R E AT F I N D

Robertson Boulevard

multifaceted facility with more than 100,000 works from around the world. The Broad Contemporary Art Museum, designed by architect Renzo Piano, showcases art from the contemporary and modern eras, while the latest additions to the LACMA campus include the Lynda and Stewart Resnick Exhibition Pavilion and Ray’s & Stark Bar. Adjacent to LACMA is The Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits. Additional venues on this formidable Museum Row include the Petersen Automotive Museum and the Architecture and Design Museum. South of the museums is a surprise for curious foodies: a neighborhood known as Little Ethiopia, where acclaimed traditional restaurants are located. Be prepared to eat with your hands! One of the district’s anchors is the historic Farmers Market, with more than 100 open-air produce stalls, shops and eateries. There are spots to satisfy virtually any craving, including a wine bar, taqueria and stands with authentic Louisiana gumbo and Korean barbecue. Adjacent and connected by a vintage trolley is The Grove, an outdoor, pedestrian-only shopping center. The Grove has the character of an old-fashioned village square, with stained-glass street lamps and central fountain. Nordstrom, a movie theater and stores such as Topshop Topman are joined by eateries and restaurants. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of West Hollywood, see pages 116-117.

50 WHERELA.COM

048-053_West Hollywood_WLA.indd 50

5/16/14 10:22 AM

Celebrating 80 years... Still the center of attention.

Since 1934, the Original Farmers Market has stood as a living testament to Los Angeles history and culture. Today, it remains one of the last of the great Hollywood landmarks, attracting people from all over the world to enjoy its ecletic mix of over 100 world-class restaurants, specialty shops, artisan grocers and the best people watching anywhere. In a city built by distraction, this charming 80-year old remains a classic beauty standing on the corner of Third & Fairfax, still turning heads.

Market events and activities throughout the year. Visit farmersmarketla.com for calendars and updates.

The Original 80 YEARS • 1934 –2014

6333 W. Third ST. • LoS AngeLeS • fArmerSmArkeTLA.com • 323.933.9211 Insta

048-053_West Hollywood_WLA.indd 51

/fArmerSmArkeTLA

5/13/14 2:59 PM

3 2

(map not to scale)

WELCOME TO THIRD STREET! Nestled between West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the Farmers Market, WEST 3RD STREET is a shopping and dining experience unlike any other in Los Angeles. Each store and restaurant offers an exciting and unique vision, making West 3rd one of the most highquality and well-edited collections of merchandise and fine food anywhere in the city. Whether you are looking for fashion, furniture, gifts or food, chances are you will be inspired by what you find on West 3rd Street.

Handmade sterling silver and 14k gold jewelry cast from 19th-century wax seals rich in inspirational imagery.

PYRRHA

8315 West 3rd Street (323) 424-4807 pyrrha.com

2 Couture loungewear and pajamas designed by Renee Claire and made in L.A. Also featuring fine bedding and gifts. Mention ad for a free gift with purchase.

BEDHEAD PAJAMAS 8336 West 3rd Street (323) 653-8336 bedheadpjs.com

FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE

CRESCENT HEIGHTS BLVD CRESCENT HEIGHTS BLVD CRESCENT HEIGHTS BLVD CRESCENT HEIGHTS BLVD

SWEETZER AVE SWEETZER AVE SWEETZER AVE SWEETZER AVE SWEETZER AVE SWEETZER AVE SWEETZER AVE

WEST 3RD STREET

W. 3RD STREET W. 3RD STREET W. 3RD STREET W. 3RD STREET

3 Contemporary childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing, toys and accessories.

EGGY

8365 West 3rd Street (323) 658-8882 shopeggy.com

4 The Orlando on Third, a fashionable, boutique hotel in a vibrant, urban neighborhood. Enjoy a taste of living L.A.!

ORLANDO HOTEL 8384 West 3rd Street (800) 624-6835 theorlando.com

westthirdstreet.com 3rdStreetWeHo_SU14v1.indd 1 048-053_West Hollywood_WLA.indd 52

5/9/14 3:12 5/13/14 2:59 PM PM

750-160

FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE FAIRFAX AVE

California’s Largest Outlet Shopping Destination. Ontario Mills has always been the ultimate shopping experience with more than 200 outlet and value stores. With so much to choose from, finding the perfect something for less will be a breeze. So now you can relax in style.

Mention this ad at Simon Guest Services and you’ll receive a FREE Coupon Book worth hundreds of dollars in savings!

3:12 PM

36 MILES EAST OF DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES AT THE INTERSECTION OF INTERSTATES 10 & 15 IN ONTARIO, CA. 909.484.8300

048-053_West Hollywood_WLA.indd 53 750-1607_Ontario Mills WhereLA ad.indd 1

5/13/14 2:59 PM 8/15/13 11:41 AM

EXPLORING

Hollywood HOLLYWOOD IS IN THE MIDST OF A NEW GOLDEN AGE, AND ITS HIP, UP-AND-COMING NEIGHBORS LOS FELIZ, SILVER LAKE AND ECHO PARK SHARE IN THE LIMELIGHT.

➺“Hollywood is a state of mind” was a popular refrain when this part of Los Angeles was in the midst of Hollywood + Highland

The Hollywood & Highland Center has been a catalyst for the rebirth of Hollywood Boulevard. Its Dolby Theatre is the home of the Academy Awards. The center’s shops are varied, including Lucky Brand and Louis Vuitton, and it boasts new nightclub Ohm. The central Babylon Court frames views of the iconic Hollywood sign. Built in 1923 to advertise a housing development, the 45-foot-high letters originally read “Hollywoodland.” Next door to Hollywood & Highland is the TCL Chinese Theatre (formerly Grauman’s Chinese Theatre), famous for its celebrity handprints embedded in the cement out front.

Showtime

Just across the street from Hollywood & Highland is the ornate, lavishly illuminated El Capitan Theatre. Masterfully restored by Disney, it offers special presentations of the studio’s animated releases combined with performances using an antique Wurlitzer pipe organ and children-pleasing stage shows. Jimmy Kimmel Live! tapes in an ABC studio next door. The Egyptian Theatre—built in 1922 around the time that

King Tut’s tomb was discovered—screens eclectic artsy fare. The landmark Pantages Theatre has staged megahit musicals including The Book of Mormon, and the Hollywood Palladium has a rich history of showcasing headlining musicians.

Walk of Fame

The sidewalks along 15 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard (La Brea Avenue to Gower Street) and three blocks of Vine Street (Yucca Street to Sunset Boulevard) are inlaid with the legendary brass-and-terrazzo stars honoring celebrities from the entertainment industry. More than 2,400 stars are enshrined beneath the feet of tourists, but the roster is not without its quirks—Pee-wee Herman has one but Clint Eastwood doesn’t. Marilyn Monroe’s star is steps from Hollywood & Highland, and John Lennon’s is appropriately located in front of the Capitol Records Building, the structure designed to resemble a stack of records.

Museums, Hollywood-style

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

Hollywood, filled with more than 100 wax figures ranging from legends Clark Gable and Audrey Hepburn to contemporary icons such as Justin Timberlake and Lady Gaga. You can ponder some zany accomplishments at the Guinness World Record Museum, while the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum offers bizarre exhibitions on double-headed animals and shrunken human heads. Movie buffs head to the Hollywood Museum in the historic Max Factor Building, which displays 10,000 artifacts showcasing 100 years of showbiz history, including Indiana Jones’ whip and the honeymoon dress worn by Marilyn Monroe after she married Joe DiMaggio.

Around Vine

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

FROM LEFT: SARAH HADLEY; DALE BERMAN. OPPOSITE: DALE BERMAN

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

54 WHERELA.COM

054-057_Hollywood_WLA.indd 54

5/13/14 2:58 PM

NEW IN TOWN

Good Times at Davey Wayne’s

The Houston twins honor dad with a ‘70sthemed bar. 1611 N. El Centro Ave., L.A., 323.962.3804

The Oinkster

Chef Andre Guerrero replicates his Eagle Rock “slow fast food” concept in an airy Hollywood space. 776 Vine St., L.A., 323.536.9248

Wyland Gallery

The artist and conservationist opens a gallery inside Sweet! at the Hollywood & Highland Center. 6801 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.462.2072

Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood. Opposite, from left: the Capitol Records building and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium in Hollywood

WHERE LOS ANGELES 55

054-057_Hollywood_WLA.indd 55

5/13/14 2:58 PM

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

transit. Across the street is boutique hotel the Redbury and its stylish Middle Eastern restaurant, Cleo. Sunset Boulevard and Vine is in transition, but dance clubs and eateries give this corner plenty of character. Serious cinephiles catch their flicks at ArcLight Cinemas, where it’s easy to spot a celeb. Close by is Amoeba Music, where music fans and collectors browse the aisles through 31,000 square feet of space packed with rare vinyl records, CDs and memorabilia. A couple of blocks west is the stylish minicomplex Space 15 Twenty, catering to shoppers well into the evening. The center is anchored by a supersize Urban Outfitters and complemented by other hip boutiques.

Nightcrawling

The revival of Hollywood has only enhanced its endless nightlife opportunities, and a lively bar and club scene permeates the district. On Hollywood Boulevard, you can party under

G R E AT F I N D

the guise of literary advancement at librarythemed Hemingway’s, or attempt to get past the velvet rope at Playhouse or Lure on Ivar Avenue. Cahuenga Boulevard also hosts dozens of clubs. Quintessentially L.A. but a galaxy removed from Hollywood Boulevard is the Hollywood Bowl, the largest outdoor amphitheater in the U.S., where the Los Angeles Philharmonic takes up residence from June to October. Picnicking under the stars here is among the most memorable experiences in L.A. Nearby is the Ford Amphitheatre, featuring a more intimate environment for international music, dance and family fare.

Los Feliz + Silver Lake

These neighborhoods are among the bestkept secrets in the county. Vermont Avenue, the main drag in Los Feliz, presents a collection of shops and restaurants that range from bohemian to chic. Skylight Books and 24/7 diner Fred 62 are popular hangouts. Newer

/ park and recreation

➺No Los Angeles summer is complete without a trip to the city’s historic Barnsdall Art Park. Visitors can enjoy the grounds of the park and the Frank Lloyd Wrightdesigned Hollyhock House, see exhibits at the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, shop the Wednesday farmers market and take free Sunday art classes. Plus, now through Labor Day weekend, they can raise a glass at the uber-popular Barnsdall Friday Night Wine Tastings, a weekly fundraising event that benefits the institution’s year-round art programs and gallery renovation projects. Local families, A-listers and tourists alike sip on a selection of vino curated by Silverlake Wine and indulge in tasty offerings from local food trucks as their kids partake in on-site art workshops. Cheers to the weekend! 4800 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.644.6275, barnsdall.org—L.M.

Griffith Park

The largest urban park in America, the sprawling Griffith Park is an ideal place to hike, picnic, golf, ride horses and more. The Charlie Turner Trailhead begins at the Griffith Observatory, one of the great planetariums in the world and a frequent film location. The hike up Mount Hollywood provides views of the Hollywood sign, and the Greek Theatre, a 5,700-seat amphitheater, is a legendary music venue. Also located here are the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens and the Western heritage-oriented Autry National Center, both accessible from the Ventura (SR 134) or Golden State (I-5) freeways. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see pages 117-118.

FROM TOP: EDWIN SANTIAGO; COURTESY BARNSDALL ART PARK

Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park offers stunning views of the L.A. Basin.

lounges such as Rockwell represent the neighborhood’s increasing sophistication. A once-forgotten stretch of Hollywood Boulevard in Los Feliz now hosts trendy boutiques such as Rebecca Minkoff and restaurants including cult fave Umami Burger. Fully transformed is Silver Lake Boulevard, now crowded with eateries and upscale retailers. At Sunset Junction, where Sunset and Santa Monica Boulevards intersect, Los Feliz transitions into Silver Lake. Foodies hang at casual Forage or the Cheese Store of Silverlake, while aspiring screenwriters hammer at their laptops and sip lattes at Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea. Farther east on Sunset Boulevard, chic handbags at the Clare Vivier flagship beckon.

56 WHERELA.COM

054-057_Hollywood_WLA.indd 56

5/16/14 10:23 AM

054-057_Hollywood_WLA.indd 57

5/13/14 2:58 PM

EXPLORING

Downtown L.A.’S URBAN CENTER REFLECTS THE CULTURAL DIVERSITY, WORLD-CLASS ARCHITECTURE AND DYNAMIC COMMERCE THAT MAKE THE CITY A SUPERSTAR ON THE GLOBAL STAGE.

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

deco structures share the streetscape with glass-clad towers, and even movie stars are snapping up lofts in century-old buildings. The arts scene roars to life here, where the image of L.A. as “laid-back” hardly applies. Union Station was the last of the grand railroad terminals built in the U.S. Its importance faded as the automobile began to dominate life in L.A., but the station, which celebrates its 75th anniversary this year, has staged a comeback, thanks to a renovation and downtown’s new energy. From Union Station, the hub of the Metro system, you can board the Red Line to Hollywood and the San Fernando Valley, or connect to the Blue Line to Long Beach or Expo Line to Culver City. The Gold Line runs to Pasadena. Nonstop bus service to LAX is available 24/7. Metrolink commuter trains connect distant suburbs, and Amtrak trains offer scenic coastal journeys.

Grand Avenue + Music Center

The heart of L.A.’s performing-arts scene and the site of its most dramatic architecture, Grand Avenue is beginning to live up to its name. On Bunker Hill, once filled with Victorian mansions, four venues make up a formidable collection of stages at the Music Center. The 3,200-seat Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is home to L.A. Opera, and the Ahmanson Theatre and the Mark Taper Forum host

theatrical productions. The flashiest venue is architect Frank Gehry’s lauded Walt Disney Concert Hall, winter home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Its music director, Gustavo Dudamel, exudes an energy that rivals the building’s audacious design. Also housed at Disney Hall is REDCAT, which offers performance and visual arts productions. After a show, take a stroll through the new 12-acre Grand Park, between Grand Avenue and Hill Street and First and Temple streets.

Descending Bunker Hill

Steps from the Music Center is the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, designed by Spanish architect José Rafael Moneo. A short walk south on Grand is the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), Southern California’s premier contemporary art museum. The Omni Hotel and California Plaza are adjacent. Nearby Angels Knoll is a welcome patch of greenery amid the concrete jungle. Angels Flight, a vintage funicular (dormant at press time) that climbs to California Plaza from Hill Street below, is billed as “The Shortest Railway in the World.” At the foot of the hill, the Bunker Hill Steps rise five stories at

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

Olvera Street

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

Historic Districts

Undergoing a renaissance is the Broadway Theatre District, home to once-opulent movie palaces. Several, such as the United Artists Theatre building (now the stylish Ace Hotel), have been revived or restored to their original grandeur. Hip shops such as Acne Studios lend cachet to the area. The Bradbury Building (304 S. Broadway), built in 1893 in the Italian Renaissance Revival style, was featured in the film Blade Runner.

FROM LEFT: MATT HARTMAN, COURTESY GRAND PARK. OPPOSITE: LISA ROMEREIN

Union Station

58 WHERELA.COM

058-061_Downtown_WLA.indd 58

5/16/14 10:25 AM

NEW IN TOWN Aesop

Cult-favorite Aussie apothecary is the latest star to move into the burgeoning Broadway Theatre District. 862 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.265.7487

Faith & Flower

Rustic California cuisine and an enticing cocktail program meet 1920s elegance near L.A. Live. 705 W. 9th St., downtown, 213.239.0642

Fifty Seven

A rotating roster of culinary talents brings fine dining to the Arts District. 712 S. Santa Fe Ave., downtown, 213.816.8157

Walt Disney Concert Hall. Opposite, from left: Fans at Dodger Stadium in Chavez Ravine; Grand Park

058-061_Downtown_WLA.indd 59

5/16/14 10:25 AM

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

sleek Japanese American National Museum. The Geffen Contemporary, a branch of MOCA, is next door. At 2nd and Main streets is the Cathedral of Saint Vibiana, former home of the Los Angeles Archdiocese.

L.A. Live

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

Shopping Districts

Downtown’s heritage as a mercantile center can still be experienced in its historic shopping districts. The Jewelry District draws shoppers to markets such as St. Vincent Jewelry Center (650 S. Hill St.), while in the neighboring Fashion District, centered around the California Market Center, you can find designer clothing items. At Santee Alley, an open-air bargain bazaar, designer trends breed low-priced knockoffs. The Flower District offers blooms at wholesale prices. For an awesome mix of old-school produce vendors and lunch counters and new, upscale specialty stalls, Grand Central Market, near the foot of Angels Flight, is the place to go. And the

G R E AT F I N D

refreshed FIGat7th shopping center boasts trendy new boutiques and eateries.

Chinatown

Chinatown remains a great destination for sampling dim sum or browsing for authentic clothing, tea or home goods. Cultural highlights include the ornate Thien Hau Temple (750 Yale St.) and the Chinese American Museum. Pedestrian-oriented Chung King Road and Gin Ling Way are home to galleries, while Broadway boasts boutiques. Dodger Stadium is a short drive away, as is San Antonio Winery, which offers tours and tastings.

Little Tokyo

Little Tokyo is still a proud ethnic enclave, but it, too, is emerging as an up-and-coming hipster ’hood. The dining scene is popping, led by newer restaurants such as Lazy Ox Canteen, and you can nibble on traditional sushi prepared by veteran chefs at Japanese Village Plaza. Just a few steps down 1st Street is the

/ hide and chic

➺Portland, Ore., has landed in Los Angeles by way of heritage-minded leathergoods retailer and manufacturer Tanner Goods, which joins stylish fellow area newcomers including Ace Hotel, Aesop and Acne Studios along downtown’s revitalized Broadway corridor. Pieces from Tanner Goods’ eponymous line, such as rugged bicycle handlebar bags and classic leather belts, share shelf space with brand collaborations by the likes of Danner Boots and Snow Peak. The flagship is also home to the in-house Woodlands collection clothing line, featuring an array of made-in-the-USA pieces and basics, and marks the debut of Tanner Goods’ women’s collection. Consider this your one-stop shop for soon-to-be wardrobe staples. 860 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.265.7480, tannergoods.com—L.M.

Exposition Park

Just south of downtown is Exposition Park, whose grounds hold major museums and the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The California African American Museum touches on African American history, and the BeauxArts-style Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County offers insight into prehistoric giants. The California Science Center has a 3-D IMAX theater and exhibits the retired NASA space shuttle Endeavour. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of downtown, see page 117. FROM TOP: MATT HARTMAN; JORY CORDY, LOS ANGELES

The retired NASA space shuttle Endeavour at the California Science Center in Exposition Park

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

60 WHERELA.COM

058-061_Downtown_WLA.indd 60

5/13/14 2:57 PM

CITADEL OUTLETS

LA’S CHOICE FOR OUTLET SHOPPING Find out what’s behind the wall at Citadel Outlets and save 30-70% off full retail from over 130 of your favorite brand names. Visit citadeloutlets.com for a complete store listing and exclusive offers.

BEHIND THE WALL. BEYOND EXPECTATIONS.

TRANSPORTATION

058-061_Downtown_WLA.indd 61

Citadel Outlets is just minutes from Downtown LA on I-5 at the Atlantic Exit. Contact your hotel’s front desk or concierge for shuttle and transportation options to the Center.

5/13/14 2:57 PM

EXPLORING

Pasadena PASADENA BRINGS A BLEND OF SMALL-TOWN CHARM AND COSMOPOLITAN ENERGY. NEIGHBORING TERRITORIES EAGLE ROCK, GLENDALE AND THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY ARE ALSO WORTH DISCOVERING.

➺Pasadena is no ordinary bedroom community, with Craftsman-style bungalows hinting at a worldOld Pasadena

A tribute to foresighted urban planning is the 22-square block shopping district known as Old Pasadena, roughly bounded by Walnut Street and Del Mar Boulevard, Arroyo Parkway and Pasadena Avenue. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the district contains restored buildings and trendy boutiques, clubs and restaurants such as Cheval Bistro and Haven Gastropub. Pedestrian-only alleys meander through One Colorado, where chic shops such as Gold Bug and Oska beckon and restaurants offer alfresco dining overlooking a sculpturestrewn square. A few steps east of Old Pasadena lies Paseo Colorado, a shopping and dining center with ArcLight Cinemas and upscale shops such as Coach and BCBG Max Azria lining garden promenades.This mixed-use development’s open-air design frames views of such historic structures as Pasadena City Hall (100 N. Garfield Ave.).

Playhouse District + South Lake Avenue

Anchored by the Mission-style Pasadena

Playhouse, this district is filled with upscale antique shops, boutiques and dining rooms with ornate façades. Also present is the Le Cordon Bleu-affiliated College of Culinary Arts, with a restaurant open to the public, and the famed Ice House comedy club. The neighboring Boston Court Performing Arts Center presents dramas and musicals. The pagoda-crowned Pacific Asia Museum features decorative arts from every corner of Asia, and the Pasadena Museum of California Art celebrates Golden State painters and sculptors from 1850 to the present. Just east of the Playhouse District, South Lake Avenue is a vibrant, 12-block shopping and dining district. At the Commons and Burlington Arcade, charming boutiques are set around European-style courtyards. Farther south on Lake Avenue is the opulent, historic Langham Huntington Hotel.

Orange Grove Boulevard

This wide boulevard, once called Millionaire’s Row, is still lined with splendid estates, including the former Wrigley Mansion, which now houses the Tournament of Roses Association and is open for tours.

The immediate neighborhood features the legacy of architects Frank Lloyd Wright, Wallace Neff and Paul Williams. The genius of Greene & Greene, pioneers of the Arts & Crafts movement, is evident at the Gamble House, also open to the public. Just around the corner on Colorado Boulevard is the Norton Simon Museum, home to one of the finest art collections in America. The galleries at this museum are filled with masterpieces from the Renaissance to the 20th century, and its repertoire of Impressionist masters (Degas, Cézanne, van Gogh) is impressive. It also features extensive art from India and a tribute to Monet in a lovely sculpture garden.

San Marino + South Pasadena

In the exclusive residential community of San Marino is the Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens, one of the most remarkable pieces of real estate in Southern California. Here the beautifully restored Italianate mansion of railroad magnate Henry Huntington is packed with 18th- and 19th-century art including Thomas Gainsborough’s Blue Boy and Sir Thomas

FROM LEFT: DALE BERMAN; EDWIN SANTIAGO. OPPOSITE: DALE BERMAN

renowned architectural heritage, and institutions such as the Tournament of Roses and Caltech giving the community a gravitas far beyond its size. In nearby San Gabriel Valley, additional treasures await.

62 WHERELA.COM

062-065_Pasadena_WLA.indd 62

5/16/14 10:26 AM

NEW IN TOWN Botany

Tony Brentwood Country Mart florist chooses One Colorado for its second location. 40 Smith Alley, Pasadena, 626.792.9650

Bourbon Steak Renowned chef Michael Mina serves top-notch steak at the Americana at Brand. 237 S. Brand Blvd., Glendale, 818.839.4130

Chuan Spa

The Langham Huntington, Pasadena unveils its newly renovated spa. 1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave., Pasadena, 626.568.3900

Union

James Beard-nominated chef Bruce Kalman brings tastes of northern Italy to Old Pasadena. 37 E. Union St., Pasadena, 626.795.5841

Gamble House in Pasadena. Opposite, from left: Window shoppers on Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena; the Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino

062-065_Pasadena_WLA.indd 63

5/16/14 10:27 AM

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

ering neon obelisk is the Alex Theatre (216 N. Brand Blvd.), an art deco masterpiece that hosts concerts and musicals. Just north of downtown Glendale is the delightful community of Montrose, with its homespun shops and all-American diners. Nearby is sprawling Descanso Gardens, home to North America’s largest camellia collection, fully in bloom from January to February.

San Gabriel Valley

Public art near Pasadena City Hall

Lawrence’s Pinkie. A library with 600,000 rare books and manuscripts occupies another structure. Throughout the 200-acre property are more than one dozen distinct botanical environments, re-creating native habitats from England, China and elsewhere. Tea service is offered in a cottage amid a formal rose garden. Directly south of Old Pasadena is the independent municipality of South Pasadena, a shady, tranquil community. The Mission West historic district, particularly Mission Street, is packed with antique shops, galleries and cafes. The town is particularly kidfriendly, thanks to adorable shops such as the Dinosaur Farm and Fair Oaks Pharmacy, a 1915 restored drugstore with a soda fountain.

Eagle Rock + Glendale

Just west of Pasadena is Eagle Rock, a quiet college town that is reinventing itself as a hip neighborhood with an understated bohochic vibe. Students from Occidental College,

G R E AT F I N D

where a young Barack Obama studied, mingle with young couples who have snapped up the hillside real estate. Its main drag of Colorado Boulevard is suddenly lined with one trendy cafe after another, from Vietnamese and French to Italian and vegetarian. On the other side of Eagle Rock is Glendale. Office workers pour out of high-rises for happy hour at The Americana at Brand, an open-air shopping, residential and entertainment development. Here, find value at H&M or splurge at boutiques such as Kate Spade. It’s a great place for a movie followed by a snack from Pinkberry or sushi and cocktails at Katsuya. The trilevel indoor shopping center Glendale Galleria is adjacent. Its department stores include Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Target, and specialty boutiques include Banana Republic, Coach and Tilly’s. Glendale’s diverse population—it’s home to one of the largest Armenian communities in America—provides plenty of flavor, including elaborate restaurants. Marked by a tow-

Kissing Pasadena’s eastern border is Sierra Madre, a quaint community that refuses to be paved over. Arcadia is home to Santa Anita Park, one of the most storied thoroughbred horse racing venues in the world. Adjacent to the racetrack is Westfield Santa Anita, an ever-expanding shopping center. The 127-acre Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanical Garden’s natural Southern California habitat is famous for its wild peafowl; you might see a flock crossing nearby streets. The 1771 San Gabriel Mission is a notable landmark in the neighboring city of San Gabriel. The San Gabriel Valley cities of San Gabriel, Temple City, Alhambra and Monterey Park have drawn large numbers of Chinese and Vietnamese immigrants in recent decades, and some of the best Chinese restaurants in America are found here, including Hong Kong-style seafood houses that are great fun for dim sum brunches. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 118.

/ clean and green

sion born of necessity. Hoyt suffered childhood migraines, but found that a bar of lavender soap, placed under her pillow, offered relief. From that discovery grew Lather: a burgeoning company that offers unisex scrubs, creams, olive oil soaps, facial treatments, bath gels, aromatherapy candles and more—all synthetic fragrance- and color-free and packed with essential oils, vitamins, antioxidants and rare fruits and herbs. A new favorite product at the Old Pasadena store is the Quiet Night Relaxing Balm, which combines lavender and other oils with beeswax to create a calming salve. Dab on your temples before your next red-eye and thank us in the morning. 17 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, 626.396.9636, lather.com

TOP: JOSEPH LLANES

➺For Pasadena-based Emilie Davidson Hoyt, natural beauty products are a pas-

64 WHERELA.COM

062-065_Pasadena_WLA.indd 64

5/16/14 10:27 AM

OPBD-0

ust 15 minutes from downtown Los Angeles, and conveniently situated along the Metro Gold Line, Old Pasadena is a vibrant hub of world-class shopping, dining, arts, and entertainment. Comprised of 22 blocks of nationally-registered historic architecture, Old Pasadena is widely recognized as a premier destination and one of the few truly walkable urban districts in California. Come explore more than 300 specialty boutiques, exclusive retailers, sidewalk cafés, and fine restaurants in this authentic main street experience.

Shopping is fun at this high-end designer resale store, offering the best of recent and vintage Chanel, Vuitton, Prada and more!

Clothes Heaven

111 E. Union St. 626.440.0929 clothesheaven.com

Serving only fresh, organic, homemade recipes, we come to offer the best pizza you can get outside of New York.

An eclectic blend of fresh ingredients and creative eats, in a cool, hip scene, where ‘The Art of Eating Healthy’ is the order of the day!

A contemporary cabinet of curiosities with a museum perspective on current artists, jewelers, and designers.

Bella’s Gourmet Pizza

Pita Jungle

Gold Bug

16 N. Fair Oaks Ave. 626.449.3332 bestpizzapasadena.com

43 E. Colorado Blvd. 626.432.7482 pitajungle.com

22 E. Union St. 626.744.9963 goldbugpasadena.com

www.oldpasadena.org 062-065_Pasadena_WLA.indd OPBD-04up_WLA_0614.indd 165

5/16/14 10:28 AM

EXPLORING

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

➺The Valley is a sprawling collection of bedroom communities whose population approaches

2 million. Immortalized in movies as diverse as Chinatown and Valley Girl, the area derives its name from Mission San Fernando Rey de España, the historic landmark on the Valley’s northernmost edge. Just a couple of Metro stops north of the heart of Hollywood is Universal City, a major entertainment industry outpost. The highlight is certainly Universal Studios Hollywood, which offers a behind-thescenes peek into moviemaking. The theme park offers some rollicking roller coasters as well as high-tech virtual-reality action rides such as the new Despicable Me attraction and King Kong 360 3-D, created by film director Peter Jackson. Make like Brad and Angelina and splurge for Universal’s VIP Experience. Its guests are pampered like celebrities, getting tours of the studio’s prop warehouses and cutting to the front of the line for every ride. Among the wide-ranging attractions next door at pedestrian-only Universal CityWalk are sky-diving simulations at iFLY Hollywood, an exhilarating wind tunnel, mechanical bull riding at Saddle Ranch Chop House, stand-up performances at Jon Lovitz Comedy Club, raucous performances at piano bar Howl at the Moon and rockand-roll bowling at Jillian’s Hi Life Lanes. Boutiques such as Abercrombie & Fitch,

Lush Cosmetics and Guess Accessories will loosen your wallet.

Burbank

The “beautiful downtown Burbank” that Johnny Carson used to poke fun at has grown into a cosmopolitan hub with 80 restaurants, 200 shops and 30 movie screens. Burbank Town Center (201 E. Magnolia Blvd.) offers a major mall shopping experience, but surrounding streets, such as historic San Fernando Boulevard, have a more homegrown feel with hip shops and trendy bistros such as Granville Café. Magnolia Park, a quaint commercial district centered at Magnolia Boulevard and Hollywood Way, offers cafes, antique shops and boutiques including Encore Nouveau and Swift. Massive Porto’s Bakery offers excellent pastries and sandwiches from the owners’ native Cuba and from Europe, too, and the iconic Bob’s Big Boy hosts a classiccar show every Friday. DeBell Golf Club is open to the public and offers a challenging 18-hole course and a par-three course. If you’re jetting into or out of L.A., you can escape the hassles of LAX by opting for

convenient, uncongested Bob Hope Airport in Burbank. It offers nonstop flights to many cities across the country and reduces stress, especially for visitors to the San Fernando Valley, Pasadena or San Gabriel Valley communities.

Burbank’s Studios

While the Valley may be dismissed by Westside hipsters, there’s as much Hollywood going on here as in Hollywood itself, thanks to the presence of several studios in Burbank. Go behind the scenes of your favorite shows at the Warner Bros. Studios VIP tour, which offers back-lot tours similar to those at Universal, and all of the studios recruit audience members for tapings of sitcoms and talk shows. Audiences Unlimited is among the ticketing agencies offering the best opportunities to score free tickets to tapings.

North Hollywood

North Hollywood wasn’t much of a tourist destination until the community transformed its commercial core into the NoHo Arts District, now filled with nearly two

FROM LEFT: DALE BERMAN; IAN WHITE. OPPOSITE: DALE BERMAN

Universal City

66 WHERELA.COM

066-067_Valley_WLA.indd 66

5/16/14 10:30 AM

dozen professional theaters, including the landmark El Portal Theatre. These venues present some of the most innovative stage performances in L.A., as neighboring dance studios and art galleries contribute to the scene. With the addition of new restaurants like the Federal Bar, a lively gastropub with a full calendar of music and comedy, the momentum continues for this transit-linked urban village. From NoHo’s Metro station, you can access central Hollywood and downtown via the Red Line subway, or board the Orange Line, a surprisingly sleek express bus that traverses the entire San Fernando Valley.

Ventura Boulevard

This iconic, palm-lined boulevard stretches 20 miles from one end of the San Fernando Valley to the other. Immortalized in music by Frank Zappa and Tom Petty, the boulevard is an integral part of L.A. culture. As it stretches through Studio City, it’s lined with an eclectic mix of eateries, from entertainment-industry-favored Art’s Deli to elegant Bistro Garden, not to mention a greater concentration of acclaimed sushi bars (such as Asanebo) than Little Tokyo. For shopping, there are hip boutiques including Dari and stylish retreats such as Belle Visage Day Spa, owned by Kirsten Dunst’s mother, and Face Haus facial bar. Hip bars and supper clubs including Firefly have helped to launch a nightlife scene. You’ll see plenty of famous faces in the Valley, where celebrities treasure its more family-oriented lifestyle. Farther west, as the boulevard winds its way through Sherman Oaks, you’ll encounter laid-back trattorias and bistros as well as shops such as Abundance, a boutique showcasing plus-size designer fashions. Sherman Oaks is also home to Westfield Fashion Square, anchored by Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s and featuring upscale boutiques in a particularly pleasant environment. Sherman Oaks Galleria is near the junction of the 405 and 101 freeways; draws include ArcLight Cinemas.

Universal CityWalk in Universal City. Caption for all images Opposite, from here Caption forleft: all A confection from images here Caption renowned Porto’s for all images here Bakery Caption forinallBurbank; images NoHo Arts District in North Hollywood

Deep in the Valley

Westfield Promenade is a mall in Canoga Park with shops and restaurants such as Ruby’s Diner. Neighboring Westfield Topanga shopping center is loaded with exclusive designer boutiques, including Louis Vuitton, Jimmy Choo, Cartier, Hugo Boss and new David Yurman, plus anchoring department stores Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Macy’s. Farther westbound on the Ventura Freeway (U.S. 101) is Calabasas, where celebrities move for clean air and more elbow room. Upscale shopping and casual eateries live at the Commons at Calabasas

(4799 Commons Way), a pleasant open-air destination. A few exits beyond that is Westlake Village, where locals hit the spa or do lunch at the Four Seasons. Air Force One is permanently grounded at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum in neighboring Simi Valley. North on the Golden State Freeway (I-5) in Valencia, coaster enthusiasts gather at Six Flags Magic Mountain for rides too wild for Disneyland. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 118.

WHERE LOS ANGELES 67

066-067_Valley_WLA.indd 67

5/16/14 10:31 AM

EXPLORING

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

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

Nineteen miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach boasts two miles of beaches with sand so fine that developers from Waikiki Beach in Honolulu imported it in the 1920s. This laid-back city is home to many professional athletes: You may spot an L.A. Kings player as you walk along the Strand, the pedestrian promenade sandwiched between multimillion-dollar homes and the beachfront bike trail. At the end of the city’s picturesque pier, the Roundhouse Aquarium delights with touch tanks. The pier features plaques commemorating winners of the Manhattan Beach Open—the South Bay is die-hard beach-volleyball country. It’s also a playground for water-sports enthusiasts, including boogie-boarders 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 M.B. Post (short for “Manhattan Beach Post”) and The Strand House drawing gourmands from across Los Angeles. Metlox plaza is a popular gathering spot, with shops such as the Beehive and hot spots including Zinc at the Shade Hotel.

Hermosa Beach

Heading south on Manhattan Avenue brings you to Pier Avenue, the heart of Hermosa Beach. Hermosa shares many characteristics of Manhattan Beach, including a scenic twomile stretch of beachfront punctuated by volleyball nets, fitness buffs weaving along the Strand (here merged with the bike path), and a pier studded with bronze plaques commemorating surfing legends. Come late afternoon, the pedestrian plaza at Pier Avenue west of Hermosa Avenue becomes a different kind of South Bay scene, thanks to spillover from hopping bars and restaurants such as Hennessey’s and Mediterraneo. Beyond Pier Plaza to the south, on Hermosa Avenue, Jay Leno still draws crowds to the Comedy & Magic Club with Sunday night shows. To the plaza’s east, the eco-friendly cafe/boutique Gum Tree is a charming standout among the specialty shops and bistros that line Pier Avenue. Across the street, Becker’s carries surfboards and beachwear.

Redondo Beach

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

Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center and a recreational waterfront featuring two miles of sandy beaches, the popular Redondo Beach Pier and King Harbor. Sepulveda Boulevard becomes Pacific Coast Highway as it enters town; signs point west to King Harbor’s Redondo Beach Marina, one of four marinas in the harbor. Here, you find businesses such as Redondo Sportfishing offering recreational fishing excursions and whale-watching tours, while other local outfitters rent kayaks, paddle boats, bicycles and wave runners. South of the harbor, the historic Redondo Beach Pier has had its ups and downs, but it keeps rising from the ashes to attract locals and visitors to quick-andcasual eateries, amusements and souvenir shops. South of the pier, the gentle waves and somewhat narrow beach of Redondo State Beach draw crowds during the summer, while the bike path meanders by on its way to its terminus at Torrance State Beach. One block east of the beach, the Riviera Village shopping district has a small-town feel, with restaurants and specialty boutiques such as Lisa Z. and the Catalina Cooking Store covering a six-block radius.

THIS PAGE: LISA ROMEREIN. OPPOSITE: EDWIN SANTIAGO

coastal stretch renowned for surfing, volleyball and expensive real estate. Farther south beckon the bluffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula and beyond them, the bustling waterfronts of San Pedro and Long Beach.

68 WHERELA.COM

068-071_South Bay_WLA.indd 68

5/16/14 10:32 AM

NEW IN TOWN Cami

Cali-chic style comes to Redondo Beach. 1905 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach, 310.378.1780

The Hook & Plow

Casual spot serves ocean-to-plate, farmto-table cuisine. 425 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, 310.937.5909

Harper & Harlow

Beachy boutique hits all the trends. 212 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.937.4200

Korean Bell of Friendship in San Pedro. Opposite, from left: Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach; Gum Tree boutique in Hermosa Beach

068-071_South Bay_WLA.indd 69

5/16/14 10:33 AM

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

Manhattan Beach is prime surfing territory and renowned for its fine sand.

Palos Verdes Peninsula

Beyond Redondo Beach rises the Palos Verdes Peninsula, a rugged 26-square-mile area known for majestic bluffs that afford sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Catalina Island. Hugging the coast on Palos Verdes Drive West brings you to Rancho Palos Verdes’ Point Vicente Interpretive Center, a marine museum and popular gray-whale-watching site during the annual migration. Eight miles inland on Crenshaw Boulevard sprawls the 87-acre South Coast Botanic Garden in tony Palos Verdes Estates. Just beyond the interpretive center on Palos Verdes Drive West is the Wayfarers Chapel, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s son, Lloyd Wright. The impressive Swedenborgian “glass church” is a popular wedding venue. The Mediterranean-style Terranea Resort, just south of the chapel, offers fine dining and a public nine-hole golf course. A couple of miles south, the 18-hole public course at Trump National Golf Club is top-ranked.

G R E AT F I N D

San Pedro

The multicultural city 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 Port of Los Angeles, a container port that also serves travelers on the Catalina Express and more than one million cruise passengers annually. From the port’s World Cruise Center, a trolley takes visitors downtown to the waterfront restaurants and shops of the New England-style Ports O’ Call Village, and then to the marina, part of the Cabrillo Beach Recreational Complex. The complex includes the Frank Gehry-designed Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, located next to Cabrillo Beach. Windsurfers of all abilities congregate here, with outfitters including Captain Kirk’s (525 N. Harbor Blvd.) offering rentals and lessons.

Long Beach

In the southwest corner of L.A. County, Long Beach boasts a busy commercial port,

an attraction-packed waterfront and more than five miles of beaches. Among its most popular draws is the 1,020-foot-long Queen Mary, a historic, supposedly haunted shipturned-hotel, dining and shopping attraction permanently moored in Long Beach Harbor. Alongside it is the Cold War-era Russian Foxtrot Submarine. The Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center and The Pike at Rainbow Harbor entertainment complex are nearby, as is the Aquarium of the Pacific and the family-friendly Shoreline Village. From the village, you can rent bicycles and follow the Shoreline pedestrian bike path 3.1 miles along the water, passing the Long Beach Museum of Art. The path ends at the tony Belmont Shore neighborhood. Here you’ll find restaurants and shops along 2nd street, Bay Shore Beach, the Belmont Pier, windsurfing and kite-surfing lessons, and even gondola rides through the canals of Naples. Downtown, along 4th Street between Junipero and Cherry avenues, vintage furniture and clothing shops such as the Vintage Collective make up funky “Retro Row.” In the emergent East Village Arts District, hip galleries and boutiques are sprouting where Linden Avenue meets Broadway. Farther east, an impressive collection of modern and contemporary works decks the walls of the Museum of Latin American Art. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 117.

/ gelato love

brings a taste of an Italian summer to Manhattan Beach. Serving all-natural, velvety gelato homemade by Alessandro Bonaventura (a graduate of Italy’s Gelato University, near Bologna) as well as smooth, fat-free sorbetti, the shop imports most of its ingredients from Italy, supplemented by fresh picks from the local farmers market. Rotating flavors range from tried-and-true tiramisu to novel (and surprisingly delicious) black pepper and olive oil, and creative concoctions such as spaghetti gelato (vanilla gelato “noodles,” homemade strawberry sauce and white chocolate sprinkles) are fun for the whole family. Our verdict? Delizioso! 308 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.372.4050, gelatobonaventura.com

TOP: ASHOK SINHA

➺A new outpost of the Marina del Rey gelateria Bonaventura Gelato Lounge

70 WHERELA.COM

068-071_South Bay_WLA.indd 70

5/16/14 10:33 AM

068-071_South Bay_WLA.indd 71

5/13/14 3:01 PM

L.A.’S PREMIER RESTAURANTS INNOVATIVE DINING GROUP

HAPPY HOUR MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 5-8 PM

“Best of Los Angeles.” - CBS LA

HAPPY HOUR: MONDAY-FRIDAY, 5-7 PM 9201 Sunset Blvd. • 310. 278. 2060 rivabellarestaurant.com

CALIFORNIA BISTRO & BAR W Hollywood • 6250 Hollywood Blvd. • 323.798.1355 restaurantdelphine.com

“Super creative, extraordinary sushi.” – ZAGAT

Hollywood • Pasadena Santa Monica

$3-5 HAPPY HOUR DAILY

8439 W. Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood innovativedining.com

IDG_Trio_WhereAD_v6.indd 1

072-073_GuideOpener_WLA.indd 72

5/8/14 4:17 PM

5/13/14 2:25 PM

JOHNNY CASH (1960) PHOTOGRAPH: LEIGH WIENER, COURTESY ANNENBERG SPACE FOR PHOTOGRAPHY

where

the guide

ON VIEW

Country Time Witness the evolution of country music through the cameraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lens in Country: Portraits of an American Sound, showing at the Annenberg Space for Photography in Century City from May 31-Sept. 28. The sweeping exhibition features portraits of celebrated performers such as Johnny Cash (seen here), Dolly Parton and Keith Urban, as well as the deejays, fans and executives who helped shape the genre through the generations. Complementing the more than 110 historical and contemporary prints on view are an original documentary, country albums and film posters, a slide show of digital images, musical instruments and stage costumes, and a jukebox containing rare audio files. p. 105

072-073_GuideOpener_WLA.indd 73

5/13/14 2:25 PM

Dining SPOTLIGHT

American A/K/A AN AMERICAN BISTRO Menu inspired by California wine country cuisine; 40 wines by the glass. Emphasis on house-made and house-cured ingredients in dishes such as Pacific mussels with smoked Manila clams and house-made chorizo, and burgers with house-made bacon. L, D (daily). One Colorado, 41 Hugus Alley, Pasadena, 626.564.8111 $$ Map Q19 ALLUMETTE Diners here are urged to devise their own tasting menus from small plates of “avant-garde comfort food.” Start with rising chef Miles Thompson’s beautifully composed carrot salad with sunchokes, radishes and pickled turnips, moving on to a luscious cavatelli with uni ragu. With so many petite plates, it’s all too easy to rack up a big bill. D (Tu–Sa). 1320 Echo Park Ave., Echo Park, 213.935.8787 $$$$ Map southeast of W23 ANIMAL Bare-bones eatery, from the guys known as the “Two Dudes” to Food Network fans, is a carnivore’s dream. Think delectable takes on offal (such as crispy pig’s ear) and a bacon-chocolate crunch bar for dessert. D (nightly). 435 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.782.9225 $$$ Map I13

Fine Dining Ditty

Summertime spells al fresco dining in Los Angeles, and one of the prettiest patios in town belongs to Cavatina in West Hollywood’s storied Sunset Marquis Hotel, from James Beard- and Food & Wine-anointed Boston chef/restaurateur Michael Schlow. The property, legendary for its rock'n'roll clientele, is just steps from the Sunset Strip, but the indoor/ outdoor restaurant feels like a little oasis amid the buzz—an unhurried spot to enjoy simple but flavorful dishes such as deviled eggs with guanciale bits; slow-cooked salmon with couscous, shaved Brussels sprouts, bacon and grapefruit; and Schlow’s award-winning burger (pictured above). Make a date for a romantic dinner amid the ivy, or splurge for the multistation Sunday brunch— You needn’t be a rock star to dine like one. p. 76

ARTISAN HOUSE Restaurant-bar-market-deli under one roof emphasizes products from local farms and artisan producers. Seasonal entrees include egg tartine; branzino with chimichurri sauce; various flatbreads; molecular mixology at the bar. Br (Sa–Su), L, D (M–Sa). 600 S. Main St., downtown, 213.622.6333 $$$ Map I6 BAR AND KITCHEN Collaborators from celebrated New York cocktail joint Death & Co. revamped the O Hotel’s restaurant and bar with small plates and signature drinks. L (M-F), D (daily). 819 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.784.3048$$ Map I16 THE BELVEDERE This elegant dining room offers entertainment-industry deal-makers a soothing setting with gracious service. Dinners lean toward smoked salmon crêpes and filet mignon with potato gratin. B, L, D (daily), Br (Su). 9882 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.788.2306 $$$$ Map J11 BLD This delightful, casual concept from chef Neal Fraser offers something for everybody: blueberry ricotta pancakes, hefty burgers, pastas and entrees such as grilled flatiron steak. It’s more sophisticated than you’d expect from a neighborhood diner. B, D (daily), L (M-F), Br (Sa–Su). 7450 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.930.9744 $$ Map H13 CLAIM JUMPER Saloon-style eatery features hearty grill fare and its own label of craft beer. L, D (daily). 3500 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 818.260.0505; 820 W. Huntington Drive, Monrovia, 626.359.0463; 9429 Tampa Ave., Northridge, 818.718.2882; 25740 The Old Road, Valencia, 661.254.2628; 6501 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, 562.431.1321 $ Map T22, Q23, northeast of A1, D4 CAULFIELD’S Thompson Beverly Hills’ literary-inspired American bistro offers comfort classics such as roasted chicken and braised short ribs. B, L, D (daily), Br (Sa– Su). 9360 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.388.6860 $$$ Map J11 CRAFT New York chef Tom Colicchio of TV’s Top Chef brings his signature concept to L.A. The restaurant delivers an endless, contemporary American a la carte menu, with fun, shareable dishes including roasted octopus with falafel and diver scallops with vermouth butter. L (M–F), D (M–Sa). 10100 Constellation Blvd., L.A., 310.279.4180 $$$$ Map K11

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

American ............................. 74 Breweries/Gastropubs.... 76 British..................................... 76 California .............................. 76 Chinese ................................. 78 Eclectic/Fusion .................. 78 French .................................... 78 Italian .....................................79 Japanese................................81

Korean ...................................82 Mediterranean ...................83 Mexican/Latin ...................84 Pan-Asian.............................84 Quick Bites ..........................84 Seafood .................................85 Spanish..................................86 Steak ......................................86 Thai.........................................86

ENGINE CO. NO. 28 Comfort fare in 1912 fire station with pressed-tin ceiling and fire poles. Br, L, D (daily). 644 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.624.6996 $$ Map H16 EVELEIGH With a menu chockablock with farm-fresh veggies and meats and a country-chic space, Eveleigh projects an image of cool rusticity. The kitchen endeavors to use house-made ingredients right down to the apple gomme syrup in your cocktail. Br (Sa–Su), L (F), D (nightly). 8752 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 424.239.1630 $$ Map H12 HINOKI & THE BIRD Inside luxury residential tower the Century, David Myers (Comme Ça) shows his admiration of Japanese and Southeast Asian flavors in dishes such as lobster rolls with green curry and Thai basil and black cod scented with the smoke of the namesake hinoki wood. L (Tu-F), D (Tu–Sa). 10 W. Century Drive, Century City, 310.552.1200 $$$ Map J10 INK. An L.A. culinary darling, Top Chef winner Michael Voltaggio, showcases daring, thoughtful molecular gastronomy at his first restaurant. Get a five-course tasting menu or explore à la carte items including smoked trout with radish and roe; fried chicken oatmeal with a sunny-side-up egg; and beef cheeks with glazed parsnips. D (nightly). 8360 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.651.5866 $$$ Map I12 JAR Chef Suzanne Tracht presents an L.A. take on traditional, comforting American fare in a chic interpretation of an old-school chophouse. A meal might begin with crab-deviled eggs before moving on to the signature pot roast. Br (Su), D (nightly). 8225 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.655.6566 $$$ Map I12 JOAN’S ON THIRD Celebrity-frequented cafe on busy West 3rd Street offers omelets, sandwiches, salads, soups, sweets plus picnic baskets, gourmet items. B, L, D (daily). 8350 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.655.2285 $ Map I12 JOSIE This inviting restaurant is dignified without being pretentious. Owner-chef Josie Le Balch’s talents with game—fusilli pasta with duck confit, kurobuta bacon, mushrooms, crushed tomatoes and rosemary—are renowned. Other options include “campfire trout,” served in a cast-iron skillet. D (Tu-Su). 2424 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.581.9888 $$$ Map L9 LUNA PARK Fun bistro fare and cocktails, plus interactive items (make-your-own s’mores, goat cheese fondue). Br (Sa–Su), L (M–F), D (nightly). 672 S. La Brea Ave., L.A. 323.934.2110 $$ Map J13 MAGNOLIA Stylish bistro with good food and good vibe. Open late. Br (Su), L, D (daily). 6266 1/2 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.0660 $$ Map H13, I16

Osteria Mozza and Pizzeria Mozza chef/owner Nancy Silverton was named the nation’s Outstanding Chef at the 2014 James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards. p. 80

74 WHERELA.COM

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 74

5/16/14 10:36 AM

CHEF PASCAL LORANGE & THE FLAVORS OF THE FRENCH RIVIERA

FIG & OLIVE is about passion for the best olive oils, flavors, and cuisine from the Riviera and Coastal regions of the South of France, Italy, and Spain.

FIG & OLIVE MELROSE PLACE 8490 Melrose Place West Hollywood, CA 90069 310 360 9100 | figandolive.com

NEW YORK | LOS ANGELES | NEWPORT BEACH | CHICAGO

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 75

5/13/14 2:28 PM

Dining THE STRAND HOUSE This South Bay restaurant with awesome ocean views is sophisticated enough to compete with any restaurant in L.A. County’s hipper parts. House-made charcuterie precedes dishes such as hamachi crudo and lobster cavatelli. Br (Sa–Su), L (Tu–F), D (nightly). 117 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.7470 $$$ Map L13 TRUXTON’S AMERICAN BISTRO Friendly neighborhood eatery serves reinvented American classics and approachable dishes with ethnic twists. B (Sa-Su), L, D (daily). 1329 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.393.8789 $$ Map L8

Kalamnsi sorbet/vanilla ice cream creamsicles at Nest at WP24, adjacent to WP24, downtown

UMAMI BURGER Hot specialty burger joint; try the signature Umami Burger with tempura onion rings. L, D (daily). 4655 Hollywood Blvd., Los Feliz, 323.669.3922; 1520 Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood, 323.469.3100; Fred Segal, 500 Broadway, Santa Monica, 310.451.1300; 12159 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818.286.9004; additional locations at umami.com $ Map W22, H14, L8, A2

M.B. POST Small plates of seafood, fresh-baked breads, cured meats and more in the space of a former post office. “Eat Your Vegetables” menu makes green beans, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower look tantalizing. Br (Sa–Su), L (F), D (nightly). 1142 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.5405 $$$ Map L13

VERTICAL WINE BISTRO Sleek, contemporary wine bar and restaurant offers more than three hundred wines on its list and 40 wines by the glass. The seasonal American menu includes fun small plates, cheeses and charcuterie. D (Tu–Su). 70 N. Raymond Ave. (upstairs), Pasadena, 626.795.3999 $$$ Map Q19

MUSSO & FRANK GRILL Hollywood’s oldest (1919). Enjoy flannel cakes, lobster Thermidor and Welsh rarebit with the martini; legend has it that this place invented the drink. B, L, D (Tu–Sa). 6667 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.7788 $$ Map H13

WOLFGANG PUCK AT THE HOTEL BEL-AIR A favorite hideaway of Hollywood elite, the Hotel Bel-Air offers an indoor-outdoor retreat helmed by the father of California cuisine. Puck’s Cantonese roasted duck gets an L.A. twist with figs and fresh pea tendrils, while his take on wiener schnitzel with marinated fingerling potato salad reminds diners of his Austrian heritage. B, D (daily), L (M–Sa), Br (Su), tea (F–Sa). 701 Stone Canyon Road, Bel-Air, 310.909.1644 $$$$ Map I10

NOÉ Visitors heading to the Walt Disney Concert Hall find Noé a convenient spot for a classy repaste. Noé serves a “neo-bistro” menu with Mediterranean turbot meunière with sauteed watercress and rigatoni with house-cured sausage. D (nightly). Omni Hotel, 251 S. Olive St., downtown, 213.356.4100 $$ Map H16 R+D KITCHEN Bustling industrial-style eatery with salads, sandwiches, meat loaf and more. L, D (daily). 1323 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, 310.395.3314 $$ Map K8 THE RESTAURANT Round-the-clock upscale diner eats and mix of Italian and American entrees. Seating at booths, counter. B, L, D (daily), Br (Sa–Su). The Standard Downtown, 550 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.439.3030 $$ Map H16 RUSH STREET American fare in lively bar. Seared ahi burger and fries, sweet-and-spicy glazed ribs. Br (Sa–Su), L (M–F), D (nightly). 9546 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.837.9546 $ Map L11

Breweries/Gastropubs FATHER’S OFFICE Microbrew mecca; one of L.A.’s best burgers. Santa Monica: L (Sa–Su), D (nightly). Culver City: L (F–Su), D (nightly). 1018 Montana Ave., Santa Monica; Father’s Office 2, 3229 Helms Ave., Culver City. 310.736.2224 $$ Map L8, L11 FORD’S FILLING STATION Rather than follow his father, Harrison, into the movie business, Benjamin Ford went to culinary school. Entree choices emphasize comfort pub fare: fish and chips, leg of lamb and a popular Maytag blue-cheese-topped burger. Br (Sa–Su), L, D (daily). 9531 Culver Blvd., Culver City, 310.202.1470 $$ Map L11

SADDLE PEAK LODGE Nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains, this hunt-lodge-themed spot is a study in romantic rusticity, with moose heads overlooking candlelit tables. The menu focuses on game dishes such as seared New Zealand elk tenderloin or grilled Texas nilgai antelope. Br (Su), D (W–Su). 419 Cold Canyon Road, Calabasas, 818.222.3888 $$$$ Map northwest of A1

HAVEN GASTROPUB L.A. importing an Orange County restaurant is rare, and so are the animals and exotic parts on chef Greg Daniels’ menu, a love letter to meat. Begin with an appetizer of pork rillettes and end with apple panna cotta. Many ingredients are house-made—even the truffle salt! L, D (daily). 42 S. De Lacey Ave., Pasadena, 626.768.9555 $$ Map Q19

SALT CREEK GRILLE Enjoy mesquite-grilled burgers, chops, steaks and seafood and an interesting selection of California beers and wines at this classic American restaurant. Outdoor patio and live music create a relaxed atmosphere. L, D (daily). 2015 E. Park Place, El Segundo, 310.335.9288 $$ Map L14

PUBLIC KITCHEN & BAR Refined menu includes chicken liver terrine with strawberry-rhubarb marmalade sweetbreads; bar serves cured meats, cheeses and fresh cocktails. Br (Su), L (M–F), D (nightly). Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.466.7000 $$$ Map G13

SEASONS 52 No deep-frying. No dish more than 475 calories. Lots of flavor. Stylish decor, eclectic seasonal menu, Mini Indulgences desserts and a superior wine list. L, D (daily). 1501 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.451.1152; Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Century City, 310.277.5252 $$ Maps L8, J11 SECO New American cuisine, plus wine, beer and crafted cocktails, in the former Cafe 140 South space. L, D (daily). 140 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena, 626.449.9900 $$ Map R21

British O’BRIEN’S IRISH PUB Pub and restaurant with brews, whiskeys and spirits; Irish and American cuisine; outdoor patio; live entertainment. L, D (daily). 2941 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.396.4725 $ Map M8 ROSE TREE COTTAGE Sweet, homey spot for English afternoon tea. Known for its freshly baked scones and gracious service from husband-and-wife owners.

Seatings at 1, 2:30 and 4 pm. Adjacent gift shop. High tea (Tu–Su). 801 S. Pasadena Ave., Pasadena, 626.793.3337 $$ Map R19 WATERLOO & CITY Located on an unremarkable strip in Culver City is this surprisingly hip English gastropub dishing out house-made charcuterie, gourmet pizzas and spot-on cocktails. It’s certainly L.A.’s most sophisticated pub grub. Wash it down with updated classic cocktails. D (nightly). 12517 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.391.4222 $$ Map M10 YE OLDE KING’S HEAD Pub/restaurant with cozy dining rooms, fish and chips, high tea, gift shop. B, L, D (daily), high tea (M-Sa). 116 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.451.1402 $ Map L8

California Cuisine 208 RODEO This Mediterranean-influenced gem of a cafe spills onto cobblestone via at luxe Two Rodeo. Dishes include Tuscan market salad and seafood capellini. B, L, D (daily). Two Rodeo, 208 Via Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.275.2428 $$ Map J11 AKASHA Chef-owner Akasha Richmond takes ecoconsciousness to new heights with sustainable décor and organic food ingredients “whenever possible.” The menu of comfort food includes humanely raised meats and intriguing vegetarian plates. B, L (M–Sa), D (nightly). 9543 Culver Blvd., Culver City, 310.845.1700 $$ CAVATINA Esteemed East Coast chef Michael Schlow’s first Los Angeles restaurant serves simple, local, delicious cuisine inside the rock'n'roll-steeped Sunset Marquis Hotel. Don’t miss Schlow’s award-winning burger. L, D (daily); Br (Su). 1200 Alta Loma Road, West Hollywood, 310.358.3759 $$$ Map H12 CHAYA The original Chaya in Japan remains open after nearly 400 years, and Chaya’s popularity endures in Los Angeles, too. The Japanese-accented French/Italian menus are accomplished and innovative. L (M–F), D (nightly). 8741 Alden Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.859.8833; 525 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.236.9577; 110 Navy St., Venice, 310.396.1179 $$ Map I11, H16, M8 COOKS COUNTY The owners of Silver Lake’s beloved Barbrix open another winner. An edited menu of pastas, seafood, braised and slow-roasted meats, and simple starters lists the dozens of family farms from which the restaurant sources. The kitchen makes many of its own ingredients, down to condiments and cured meats. Br (Sa–Su), L (M–F), D (nightly). 8009 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.653.8009 $$ Map I12 FARMSHOP At this cheery bakery and restaurant, try salmon rillettes with caper berries and toasted rye at brunch. Three-course family-style dinners are served nightly, with the restaurant’s famous fried chicken the star of the meal on Sundays. B, L (M–F), Br (Sa–Su), D (nightly). Brentwood Country Mart, 225 26th St., Santa Monica, 310.566.2400 $$ Map K8 FIG RESTAURANT Chef Ray Garcia, ex–French Laundry, crafts a seasonal menu of bistro fare; trendy charcuterie bar open at dinnertime. Br (Su), B, L (daily), D (Tu– Sa). Fairmont Miramar Hotel, 101 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.319.3111 $$ Map L8 GINA LEE’S BISTRO Unassuming but daring Cal-Asian eatery is among the South Bay’s best. D (Tu–Su). 211 Palos Verdes Blvd., Redondo Beach, 310.375.4462 $$ Map N13 HATFIELD’S Husband-and-wife chef team Quinn and Karen Hatfield combine their talents in the savory and sweet departments, respectively. Guests might dine on Quinn’s reinvented croque madame with yellowtail sashimi, prosciutto and quail egg, or Karen’s heavenly sugar-and-spice beignets. D (nightly). 6703 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.935.2977 $$$ Map I13

76 WHERELA.COM

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 76

5/16/14 10:37 AM

Spectacular Waterfront Dining Fresh Fish • Prime Rib • Hot Chocolate Lava Cake

FA N TAS TI C HA P P Y HO UR Ask your hotel about your free appetizer or dessert

Marina del Rey 13950 Panay Way • 310.822.4144

Redondo Beach 231 Yacht Club Way • 310.372.3464

Online reservations available at chart-house.com Also visit us in Cardiff, Dana Point, Mammoth Lakes & Monterey

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 77

5/13/14 2:28 PM

Dining TAR & ROSES Ex-Wilshire Restaurant chef Andrew Kirschner’s first restaurant focuses on small, rustic shareable plates cooked in his wood-burning oven, but with a few days’ notice he can also whip up large, lavish family-style suppers of Moroccan-spiced goat or standing rib rack. D (nightly). 602 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.587.0700 $$$ Map L8 THE TASTING KITCHEN Foodies come for the daily changing menu of innovative yet unpretentious cuisine from culinary darling chef Casey Lane: small or large plates of cured meats, artisan cheeses, vegetables, seafood and pastas. Br (Sa–Su), D (nightly). 1633 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.392.6644 $$$ Map M9

Cote de boeuf with braised little gems, potato-leek torte and herb jus at Mélisse in Santa Monica

INN OF THE SEVENTH RAY There’s a New Age feel here, but you don’t have to be a believer to fall in love with this place, which boasts candlelit tables scattered along a burbling creek. Consider a charcoal-grilled filet mignon with watercress, baby leeks, carrots and potato foam. Br (Su), L (M–F), D (nightly). 128 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Topanga, 310.455.1311 $$ Map B1 MAR’SEL Overlook sparkling peninsula while dining on dishes with produce and herbs from chef’s on-site garden; dishes include prime hanger steak, crispy duck confit. D (nightly), Br (Su). Terranea Resort, 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, 310.265.2836 $$$$ Map O13 MILO & OLIVE The husband-and-wife team from Rustic Canyon is behind this tiny, casual pizzeria and bakery. Zoe Nathan’s desserts and pastries shouldn’t be missed. B (M-F), Br (Sa-Su), L, D (daily). 2723 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.453.6776 $$ Map K9 NAPA VALLEY GRILLE Wine country-inspired cuisine. Steaks and choice of tasty sides (garlic herb fries, roasted Brussels sprouts). Br (Su), L (M–Sa), D (nightly). 1100 Glendon Ave., Westwood, 310.824.3322 $$ 2723 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.453.6776 $$ Map J10, K9 PARKWAY GRILL This handsome dining room boasts one of Pasadena’s best restaurants and a diverse menu including tiger shrimp corndogs, prosciuttoand-arugula pizza, duck breast with cherry reduction. L (M–F), D (nightly). 510 S. Arroyo Pkwy., Pasadena, 626.795.1001 $$$ Map N16 POLO LOUNGE Legendary celebrity watering hole. McCarthy salad is a perennial favorite; great peoplewatching. Reservation recommended. B, D (daily), L (M–Sa), Br (Su). Beverly Hills Hotel, 9641 Sunset Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.887.2777 $$$ Map I11 THE RESTAURANT AT THE GETTY CENTER Chic room, spectacular views of the Santa Monica Mountains and progressive fare at the hilltop museum. Br (Su), L (Tu–Sa), D (Sa). 1200 Getty Center Drive, L.A., 310.440.6810 $$$ Map H9 RUSTIC CANYON Discover boutique wines while sampling small plates of market-driven, Mediterraneaninspired dishes. Clam-chile pozole and hamachi chido are just a few of the winners. Hide in a cozy booth or mingle at the communal table. D (nightly). 1119 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.393.7050 $$$ Map L8 SPAGO An L.A. institution, Wolfgang Puck’s recently remodeled flagship restaurant features a modern dining room and small-plate offerings of barbecued sting ray with spicy sambal, and Santa Barbara spot prawns with suckling pig and persimmons. Glimpse some of the 30,000 wine bottles on offer in a glass-ensconced “wine wall.” L (T–Sa), D (nightly). 176 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.385.0880 $$$ Map I11

TAVERN Chef Suzanne Goin’s third L.A. restaurant explores rustic Cal-Med fare in chic environs, including a popular sunlit indoor patio. The frequently changing menu might include “devil’s chicken” with leeks and mustard breadcrumbs or Arctic char with orangefennel salad. B, L, D (daily), Br (Sa–Su). 11648 San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood, 310.806.6464 $$$ Map J9 WILSHIRE The woodsy, romantic deck is a coveted spot to hang out; the candle-laden bar inside is one of the Westside’s hottest. Market-driven California fare includes roasted half chicken with haricot vert, shallots and garlic confit. L (M–F), D (M–Sa). 2454 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.586.1707 $$$ Map L8

Chinese MR. CHOW This L.A. edition of sceney restaurants in New York and London offers Imperial Beijing cuisine. Beverly Hills: L (M–F), D (nightly). Malibu: D (nightly). 344 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.278.9911; Malibu Country Mart, 3835 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, 310.456.7600 $$$ Map I11, K7 OCEAN SEAFOOD Vast and boisterous spot serves amazing array of traditional dishes, superfresh seafood, top-of-the-line dim sum. B, L, D (daily). 750 N. Hill St., Chinatown, 213.687.3088 $$ Map G17

Eclectic/Fusion A-FRAME Roy Choi, whose Kogi launched a thousand food trucks, offers an eclectic comfort-food menu (beer-can chicken, furikake kettle corn) with Korean influences. List of craft beers and signature cocktails are also on offer. L (Sa–Su), D (nightly). 12565 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.398.7700 $$ Map M10 BABOUCH MOROCCAN Authentic Moroccan cuisine served in a tentlike atmosphere. Live belly dancing. D (Tu-Su). 810 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro, 310.831.0246 $$ Map D3 BÄCO MERCAT Sizzling-hot chef Josef Centeno has drawn international praise for his uniquely inspired creations. The bäco, a flatbread sandwich, is his signature dish. Other selections on the diverse menu include duck rillete basteeya and spicy hamachi crudo. Br (SaSu), L (M-F), D (nightly). 408 S. Main St., downtown, 213.687.8808 $$ Map I16 THE GORBALS The Gorbals’ Scottish/Jewish/Spanish/American fare—from Top Chef winner Ilan Hall—is supercreative. The changing menu may include latkes, lamb meatballs, dry-aged burger and half a pig head. D (M–Sa). Alexandria Hotel, 216 5th St., downtown, 213.488.3408 $$ Map I16 GORDON RAMSAY The tyrant from TV’s Hell’s Kitchen arrives in L.A. to demonstrate why he has racked up more than a dozen Michelin stars. The restaurant is a hip setting in which to enjoy eclectically inspired dishes. Boxwood Café is

adjacent. D (nightly). London West Hollywood, 1020 N. San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.358.7788 $$$$ Map H11 MAISON AKIRA Fine French cuisine with Japanese flair (such as a bento box with Kobe beef, miso sea bass and chawanmushi) in Pasadena’s playhouse district. Tencourse omakase available. Br (Su), L (F), D (Tu–Su). 713 E. Green St., Pasadena, 626.796.9501 $$$ Map Q20 RED MEDICINE The restaurant doesn’t hew to traditions, but the results are intriguing—and visually delicious—presentations. The menu includes dishes such as trout roe with peas and lemon curd, and chicken dumplings with caramelized sugar. Open late. D (nightly). 8400 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 323.651.5500 $$$ Map J12 TROIS MEC The holy foodie trinity of Ludo Lefebvre (LudoBites) and Vinny Dotolo and Jon Shook (Animal, Son of a Gun) open hot restaurant in a 24-seat former pizzeria. Diners must purchase advance tickets via the restaurant’s website to enjoy Lefebvre’s prix-fixe, five-course meal. D (M–F). 716 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, troismec.com $$$$ Map H13

French BOUCHON The Bouchon bistros from chef Thomas Keller (the French Laundry, Per Se) have become popular for their authentic good looks and superbly executed cuisine. One might begin with salmon rillettes followed by poulet rôti or a croque madame. Br (Sa– Su), L (M–F), D (nightly). 235 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.271.9910 $$$ Map J11 CAFÉ PINOT This glass box of a restaurant adjacent to Central Library offers romantic outdoor dining, skyline views—from bottom up—and contemporary Cal-French cuisine from the Patina group. L (M–F), D (nightly). 700 W. 5th St., downtown, 213.239.6500 $$$ Map H16 CÉZANNE Lovely, lauded Cal-French dining at beachfront hotel near the Santa Monica Pier. B, L, D (daily). Le Merigot, 1740 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.395.9700 $$$ Map L8 CHEVAL BISTRO The Smith brothers (Smitty’s Grill, Arroyo Chophouse) take on the classics of French bistro fare—bouillabaisse, steak frites, coq au vin. Br (Su), D (Wu–Su). 41 S. DeLacey Ave., Pasadena, 626.577.4141 $$$ Map Q19 CHURCH & STATE Located in the historic Biscuit Co. Lofts, this downtown eatery has a hip clientele—downtown residents and commuters waiting out rush hour— who crowd the dining room or linger on the patio to soak up the vibe of an authentic French brasserie. L (M–F), D (nightly). 1850 Industrial St., downtown, 213.405.1434 $$ Map J17 LE CLAFOUTIS French-influenced entrees, pastas, salads; sidewalk patio. B (Sa–Su), L, D (daily). Sunset Plaza, 8630 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.659.5233 $$ Map H12 COMME ÇA Chef David Myers turns his attention to casual French fare at this inviting brasserie with a sophisticated modern aesthetic. All the classics are here, including tarte flambée, beef tartare, French onion soup, moules frites and steak frites. Br (Sa–Su), D (Tu– Sa). Try the signature 18A classic cocktails. 8479 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.782.1104 $$ Map I12 DELPHINE Off the W Hollywood Hotel & Residences’ chic lobby, Delphine establishes a laid-back ambience with vintage photo murals and wood barreled ceilings. Entrees include braised short ribs with roasted root vegetables. B, L, D (daily), Br (Sa–Su). W Hollywood, 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.798.1355 $$$ Map H13

78 WHERELA.COM

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 78

5/16/14 10:40 AM

Dining KENDALL’S BRASSERIE Located at the Music Center, Kendall’s is a convenient spot before or after a performance. In addition to dishes with a contemporary flair, all the brasserie favorites are here: fruits de mer, moules frites and braised lamb shank. Br (Sa-Su), L (M-Fri), D (varies). 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.7322 $$ Map H16 LE KA Chef Greg Paul sprinkles global touches into his bill of fare, such as handmade papardelle with chorizo, saffron, squid and squash, and crab beignets with powdered bacon. The mixology program features riffs on classic cocktails such as the Negroni. L (M–F), D (M-Sa). 800 W. 6th St., downtown, 213.688.3000 $$ Map I16 THE LITTLE DOOR For a candlelit dinner in an elegant setting, this is the reservation ne plus ultra. Dine on rustic dishes under the stars or by a crackling fireplace in one of four intimate, romantic dining areas. D (nightly). 8164 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.951.1210 $$$ Map I12 MAISON GIRAUD Alain Giraud’s simple neighborhood restaurant dishes out classic bistro fare and specialties influenced by Alsace and his native Provence; wife Catherine runs the adjacent home-goods boutique, Lavender Blue. B, D (Tu-Sa), Br (Sa, Su), L (Tu-F). 1032 Swarthmore Ave., Pacific Palisades, 310.459.7561 $$$ Map K7 MÉLISSE At Mélisse, among L.A.’s highest-rated restaurants, chef-owner Josiah Citrin executes a sophisticated modern French menu filled with luxe ingredients. Start with lobster bolognese with black truffles before superb game dishes. D (Tu–Sa). 1104 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.395.0881 $$$$ Map M8 MONSIEUR MARCEL Charming bistro, wine bar and gourmet market. Beverly Hills and Third Street Promenade: B,L,D (daily). Farmers Market: Br (Sa-Su), L, D (daily). 6333 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.932.6855; 1260 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, 310.587.1166; 447 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.274.7300 $$ Map I13, L8, I11 PATINA Walt Disney Concert Hall’s fine in-house restaurant. Game dishes are a frequent presence on the menu, such as wood pigeon with yams, celeriac and pear. D (Tu–Su). 141 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.3331 $$$$ Map H16 TAIX Enjoy old-school service and hearty French country cuisine such as croque monsieur and steak frites at this Echo Hill institution. L, D (daily). 1911 Sunset Blvd., Echo Park, 213.484.1265 $$ Map southeast of W23

Italian ANGELINI OSTERIA One of L.A.’s premier Italian restaurants. Chef-owner Gino Angelini demonstrates remarkable range and finesse, from sea-salt-crusted whole branzino to the heavenly lasagna in herb sauce recipe he inherited from his grandmother. Reservation required for dinner, recommended for lunch. L (Tu–F), D (Tu–Su). 7313 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.297.0070 $$$ Map I13 BESTIA Multiregional Italian restaurant in the hip Arts District. The former executive chef at Angelini Osteria serves up such “beast”-focused dishes as hand-rolled fusilli and braised goat with house-made ricotta salata and pistachio oil, and a selection of house-cured meats. D (daily). 2121 E. 7th Place, downtown, 213.514.5724 $$$ Map east of J17 BOTTEGA LOUIE This palatial Italian restaurant, decked out in minimalist white marble, is a hip, noisy hall where young professionals and downtown hipsters convene over brick-oven-cooked pizzas and share

WHERE LOS ANGELES 79

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 79

5/16/14 10:38 AM

Dining small plates of portobello fries and crab beignets. There’s a wee gourmet market and patisserie, too. B, L, D (daily), Br (Sa–Su). 700 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.802.1470 $$ Map I16 BUCA DI BEPPO Heaping, family-style portions. Call for hours. 80 W. Green St., Pasadena, 626.792.7272; 17500 Ventura Blvd., Encino, 818.995.3288; 1670 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach, 310.540.3246; 1000 Universal Studios Blvd., Universal City, 818.509.9463; bucadibeppo.com for more locations. $$ Map Q21, A1, M14, U20 CECCONI’S This London-based restaurant caters to a well-heeled clientele who come to schmooze over bellinis and cicchetti (small plates). Pastas including a beautiful agnolotti with butter and sage and seafood such as grilled octopus with capers are well executed. B, L, D (daily), Br (Sa–Su). 8764 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 310.432.2000 $$$ Map I12 CULINA A contemporary take on regional Italian cuisine is the theme at Culina, where ample coastal inspirations are evident on the menu. The modern design includes a sleek crudo bar and an impressive 25-foot chandelier. B (daily), L (M–Sa), D (nightly), Br (Su). Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 300 S. Doheny Drive, L.A., 310.860.4000 $$$ Map J12 DRAGO CENTRO Celestino Drago’s well-executed Italian fare—garganelli with pork sausage and fennel seeds, truffle-crusted Jidori chicken—and extensive wine list in a contemporary and handsome space. L (M–F), D (nightly). 525 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.228.8998 $$$ Map H16 IL FORNAIO Trattoria-style favoritest. Beverly Hills: B, L, D (daily). Manhattan Beach: Br (Sa–Su), L, D (daily). Pasadena: Br (Su), L, D (daily). 301 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.550.8330; 1800 Rosecrans Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.725.9555; 24 W. Union St., Pasadena, 626.683.9797 $$ Map J11, L13, Q19 LA VECCHIA Rustic Northern Italian in a laid-back bistro. More than a dozen pastas for dinner, plus pizzas, ossobuco alla Romana and other traditional favorites. L, D (daily). 2654 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.399.7979 $$ Map M8 MADDALENA Dining among the casks at San Antonio Winery; fresh pastas, seafood, paninis and more served with European hospitality. B (Sa–Su), L, D (daily). 737 Lamar St., L.A., 323.223.1401 $$ Map G17 MATTEO’S An old favorite of the Rat Pack endures. Burrata campana salad, mussels in white wine, ossobuco Milanese. D (Tu–Su). 2321 Westwood Blvd., L.A., 310.475.4521 $$ Map K10 OSTERIA MOZZA Famed L.A.-based bread-maker Nancy Silverton teamed up with affable Mario Batali on Mozza’s duo of contemporary Italian restaurants. Osteria Mozza is a more sophisticated dining room in which to experience the repertoire of these great transcontinental talents. D (nightly). 6602 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.0100 $$$ Map H13 PAPARAZZI RISTORANTE Classic southern Italian pasta dishes, seafood and steaks served up in a contemporary-meets-Old Hollywood setting, just blocks from Los Angeles International Airport. D (M–Sa). Sheraton Gateway Hotel, 6101 Century Blvd., Westchester, 310.642.4820 $$ Map O11 PIZZERIA MOZZA The other half of Nancy Silverton and Mario Batali’s Mozza, Pizzeria Mozza is a more relaxed dining experience, and it’s far easier to get a table here than at its sibling, Osteria Mozza, next door. It features pizzas with Mediterranean ingredients, cheeses and salumi plates, and rustic daily specials. L, D (daily). 641 N. Highland Ave., L.A., 323.297.0101 $$ Map H13

80 WHERELA.COM

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 80

5/16/14 10:39 AM

BURBANK

3500 WEST OLIVE AVE • 818.260.0505 MONROVIA • VALENCIA NORTHRIDGE • LONG BEACH

RESTAURANT & SALOON

EXCEPTIONAL HAPPY HOUR

VAST LUNCH & DINNER MENU LET US HOST YOUR PRIVATE EVENTS

Dining RAO’S New York’s highly exclusive, family-owned eatery, a legendary celeb and mob hangout, goes Hollywood. Red-sauce specialties galore; the veal meatballs are a Rao’s signature. D (daily). 1006 Seward St., Hollywood, 323.962.7267 $$$$ Map H13 RISTORANTE AL MARE Enjoy tastes of Italy and stellar beach and pier views from the rooftop deck of this new three-story restaurant. L,D (daily). 250 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 310.458.4448 $$ Map L8 RIVABELLA Beloved Gino Angelini (Angelini Osteria) steps in as chef-partner of this rustic Italian concept from Innovative Dining Group. L (M–F), D (nightly). 9201 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2060 $$$$ Map I12 SCARPETTA Scott Conant’s much-lauded NYC-based concept is replicated at the Montage Beverly Hills hotel. Conant is deservedly famous for dishes such as a simple, unbeatable spaghetti with tomato and basil. D (nightly). 225 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7970 $$$ Map I11

PARTY PLATTERS TO GO OR DELIVERY

SOLETO TRATTORIA & PIZZA BAR Contemporary Southern Italian in spacious, warehouse-chic environs. Antipasti and salads such as grilled shrimp cobb precede make-your-own gourmet pizzas and pastas accented with house-made sausages. L (M–F), D (M–Sa). 801 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.622.3255 $$ Map I16

FRESH PRODUCE BAR EARLY DINING MENU AVAILABLE M-F ENTRÉES STARTING AT $9.99

SUPERBA SNACK BAR At Jason Neroni and Paul Hibler’s pastaria, house-made noodles are given the most attention, occasionally smoked and infused for maximum flavor. A short wine list includes only California labels, and a selection of beer- and winebased cocktails is available. Reservations available for parties of six or more only. Br (Sa–Su), L (Th-F), D (nightly). 533 Rose Ave., Venice, 310.399.6400 $$$ Map M8

VISIT CLAIMJUMPER.COM FOR DETAILS

TERRONI Southern Italian cooking including excellent thin-crust pizza. The downtown location inhabits a historic bank building. Br (Sa–Su), L, D (daily). 802 S. Spring St., downtown, 323.934.0300; 7605 Beverly Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.934.0300. $$ Map I16, J13 TRATTORIA NEAPOLIS Sandwiches (slow-roasted pork porchetta with grilled red onions and arugula; wood-grilled salmon with house remoulade sauce), gourmet Neapolitan pizzas and specialties such as Italian sausage and pesto pasta. Br (Sa–Su), L (M-F), D (daily). 336 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena, 626.792.3000 $$$ Map R21

facebook.com/ClaimJumperRestaurants

Japanese

TOP 10 BEST FAMILY RESTAURANTS IN THE U.S. AND BEST AMERICAN CUISINE Be magically transported to colorful Morocco and the beginning of a never ending feast. Babouch serves exquisite, authentic Moroccan cuisine in a tent like atmosphere with belly dancing nightly. Specialties include lamb, brochette of beef, cous cous, seafood and shrimp.

BabouchRestaurant.com • 810 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro • 310 831 0246

ASANEBO Hidden in a minimall, but Michelin-rated, this cozy sushi bar and restaurant offers memorable sushi, seared toro in garlic cream and uni tempura in shiso leaf. L (Tu–F), D (Tu-Su). 11941 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818.760.3348 $$ Map A1 BENIHANA This restaurant sees teppanyaki chefs slicing and dicing at each table and grilling up simple fare such as tender steak and chicken, savory vegetables, and shrimp and lobster, which is delivered sizzling to diners’ plates. L, D (daily). 16226 Ventura Blvd., Encino, 818.788.7121; 38 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 323.655.7311; 21327 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, 310.316.7777; 1447 4th St., Santa Monica, 310.260.1423 $$ Map G9, I12, M14, L8 KABUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT Fun, casual atmosphere and more than 200 items from which to choose, including an extensive vegetarian menu and beverage program. Ideal place for a business, date or family meal. 13 locations in Southern California. L, D (daily). 201 N. San Fernando Blvd., Burbank, 818.843.7999; 1545 N. Vine St., Hollywood,

WHERE LOS ANGELES 81 babouch_0712v1.indd 1

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 81

5/31/12 1:33 PM

5/16/14 10:42 AM

Dining 323.464.6003; Howard Hughes Center, 6081 Center Drive, L.A., 310.641.5524; 88 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, 626.568.9310; 3539 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, 626.351.8963; 20940 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, 818.704.8700 $$ Map T23, H14, N11, Q19, Q22, west of A1

FIND YOURSELF IN SPAIN

KATANA Robata-style cuisine: open-flame-grilled meat, vegetables, seafood on skewers. Stylish rooms, patio. D (nightly). 8439 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.650.8585 $$$ Map H12 KATSUYA Sushi chef Katsuya Uechi turns out exotic delicacies in sultry spaces by designer Philippe Starck. From signature cocktails to king crab cooked over the robata grill to exotically flavored crème brûlées, Katsuya is never boring. L (varies by location), D (nightly). 11777 San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood, 310.207.8744; 6300 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.871.8777; 702 Americana Way, Glendale, 818.244.5900; L.A. Live, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.747.9797 $$$ Map K9, H14, northeast of T23, I15 MATSUHISA Superchef Nobu Matsuhisa’s more modest original flagship incorporates luxurious Western ingredients and Latin American spices. Monkfish liver pâté with caviar and lamb chops with miso anticucho sauce are just a couple of his creations. L (M–F), D (nightly). 129 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.659.9639 $$$$ Map I12 NOBU The glitzy flagship of Nobu Matsuhisa attracts celebrities as well as serious foodies. An extensive menu of traditional and avant-garde sushi includes many dishes with beguiling Peruvian accents. Sakes and omakase feasts result in soaring tabs, but the cuisine measures up. West Hollywood: D (nightly). Malibu: L, D (daily). 903 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.657.5711; Nobu Malibu, 22706 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.317.9140 $$$$ Map H12, east of A1 ROBATA BAR Japanese grilling from the Sushi Roku, Katana and Boa team. Striking design by Dodd Mitchell. D (nightly). 1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.458.4771 $$$ Map L8 SUGARFISH Kazunori Nozawa—aka the “Sushi Nazi,” chef/owner of Studio City’s famed former Sushi Nozawa—opens a cheery, casual spot offering preset menus. Tips are included, but prices are about half those at the original. L, D (daily). 47221/4 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, 310.306.6300; 11640 San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood, 310.820.4477; 600 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.627.3000; 1345 2nd St., Santa Monica, 310.393.3338; 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas, 818.223.9966; 212 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.276.6900 $$ Map N9, K9, I16, L8, west of A1, J11

140 Pine Ave • Downtown Long Beach • 951 778 0611 • CafeSevilla.com

Any reason is a great reason to Buca. { Like feeding a craving for authentic itaLian in Los angeLes . }

SUSHI ROKU Nouvelle Japanese, sleek décor. Creative menu includes albacore tacos, salmon sashimi with black truffles. L.A.: L (M–Sa), D (nightly). Santa Monica and Pasadena: L, D (daily). 8445 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.655.6767; 1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.458.4771; 33 Miller Alley, Pasadena, 626.683.3000 $$$ Map I12, L8, Q19 URASAWA If you’re serious about sushi, make a date to sit at Urasawa’s bar. Here you’ll be treated to an incredible omakase dinner—don’t even ask about price—that features the freshest, most artfully presented sushi, sashimi and shabu-shabu dishes. Reservation required. D (Tu–Sa). 218 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.247.8939 $$$$ Map I11

Korean CHOSUN GALBEE Korean barbecue restaurant offers a more upscale ambience than most, with an elegant open-air patio. L, D (daily) 3330 W. Olympic Blvd., Koreatown, 323.734.3330 $$$ Map west of I15

Claremont | 505 W. Foothill Blvd. • 909.399.3287 Encino | 17500 Ventura Blvd. • 818.995.3288 Pasadena | 80 W. Green St. • 626.792.7272 Redondo Beach | 1670 S. Pacific Coast Hwy. • 310.540.3246 Santa Monica | 1442 2nd St. • 310.587.2782 Thousand Oaks | 205 N. Moorpark Rd. • 805.449.3688 Universal CityWalk | 1000 Universal Studios Blvd. • 818.509.9463 Valencia | 26940 Theater Drive • 661.253.1900 BUCADIBEPPO.COM

82 WHERELA.COM

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 82

5/13/14 2:28 PM

Dining Mediterranean AOC Mediterranean-inspired pioneer of two L.A. culinary trends: the small-plates format and the wine bar. Chef-owner Suzanne Goin offers addictive baconwrapped, Parmesan-stuffed dates and an excellent selection of cheeses and cured meats from a charcuterie bar. Br (Sa–Su), D (nightly). 8700 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.859.9859 $$ Map I12 BARBRIX Of the small-plate eateries, this restaurant, in a converted schoolhouse, is one of the best. Solo diners eat at the bar while couples relax on a charming patio and revelers toast near an exhibition kitchen. Among the standouts are pappardelle with ragú. Br (Sa-Su), D (nightly). 2442 Hyperion Ave., Silver Lake, 323.662.2442 $$$ Map east of W23 CLEO The SBE group’s noisy mezze bar is an unquestionable high point of the Hollywood dining scene. Executive chef Daniel Elmaleh’s eastern and southern Mediterranean small plates include kebabs of pork belly and lamb and wood-burned flatbreads. Cocktails are expensive but irresistible. D (nightly). The Redbury, 1717 Vine St., Hollywood, 323.962.1711 $$$ Map H14 CROSSROADS KITCHEN Chef/partner Tal Ronnen creates exclusively plant-based dishes, many based on nonvegan comfort classics. Try the creative “crab cake” comprising hearts of palm, apples and beets, or the attractive artichoke “oysters” topped with crispy oyster mushrooms, tomato béarnaise and kelp caviar. The wine list features organic and biodynamic labels. L (M-F), D (nightly). 8284 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.782.9245 $$ Map H12

Ye Olde King’s Head

World Famous British Pub, Restaurant, Shoppe & Bakery

FIG & OLIVE New York-based restaurant’s cuisine is an ode to olive oil: zucchini blossom and goat cheese ravioli with arbequina olive oil; grilled branzino glazed with fig and picholine olive oil. Don’t miss the truffle mushroom croquette with truffle olive oil aoli. Br (Sa–Su), L (M–F), D (nightly). 8490 Melrose Place, L.A., 310.360.9100 $$$ Map I12 GJELINA Under the direction of talented young chef Travis Lett, servers in T-shirts and newsboy caps serve seasonal Cal-Med small plates and pizzas to chic Westsiders. It’s one of Venice’s most popular restaurants and the neighborhood’s most lively patio. Br (Sa– Su), L (M–F), D (nightly). 1429 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.450.1429 $$ Map N9

British Fare, imported beers and world famous Fish & Chips. Open for breakfast weekends at 8am, Fabulous happy hour Mon–Fri 4-7pm. Traditional Afternoon Tea is served Mon-Sat 11:30am-4:30pm. Karaoke Sundays at 9pm. Heated patio. Quiz shows every Wednesday. Call for soccer schedule. Stop by the gift shoppe for food and collectibles from the British Isles, including bone china, teapots, souvenir items, tea, candy, wine, freshly baked goods and much more.

LUCQUES Chef-owner Suzanne Goin delivers the next generation of California cuisine, which includes dishes such as chicken saltimbocca with spinach and roasted roasted artichokes, and grilled club steak for two with potatoes parisienne. Nowhere do vegetables taste as good! L (Tu–Sa), D (nightly). 8474 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.655.6277 $$$ Map I13 PETROS Fine contemporary Greek fare in a cool white dining room or on the covered patio. Dress code for indoor diners. L, D (daily). 451 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.4100 $$$ Map L13 RAY’S & STARK BAR Petite, Renzo Piano–designed eatery at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Contemporary Med-inspired cuisine including vegetables cooked in wood-burning oven. Adjacent Stark Bar offers designer cocktails on an outdoor patio. Br (Sa-Su), L, D (Th–Tu). 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.857.6180 $$ Map J13

New Location Now Open in Studio City 12969 Ventura Blvd. (818) 990-9055

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

SONOMA WINE GARDEN Brunch and happy hour crowds gather at this alfresco restaurant on the third floor of Santa Monica Place. Wine and cheese plates and pizzas from the wood-burning oven are perfect for grazing over wine from the extensive list of old and new. Br (Sa, Su), L (M-F), D (Daily). 395 Santa Monica Place, Suite 300, Santa Monica, 424.214.4560 $$ Map L8

WHERE LOS ANGELES 83 Ye Olde Kings Head_0313_1-3sq_v2.indd 1

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 83

1/23/13 4:43 PM

5/16/14 10:42 AM

Dining Mexican/Latin

leandro traveled 5,000 miles to bring you his lamb chops.

BORDER GRILL At Border Grill, chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger combine their unabashed love for Mexico’s market vendors, home cooks and taco stands. The result: bold, fresh and innovative Mexican cuisine. The downtown location offers a free shuttle to L.A. Live and the Music Center. Santa Monica: Br (Sa–Su), L, D (daily). 1445 4th St., Santa Monica, 310.451.1655; 445 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.486.5171 $$ Map L8, H16

As you can imagine, a few stories came along for the ride.

MO-CHICA The Peruvian food-court stand that earned Ricardo Zarate the title of Best New Chef from Food & Wine is reinvented as a fine-dining destination. Comfortfood small plates populate the menu; check out the traditional lomo saltado or the alpaca stew topped with a fried egg. L, D (daily). 514 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.622.3744 $$$ Map I16

gauchos adding their own touch of culture and refinement.

PETTY CASH TAQUERÍA Chef Walter Manzke, previously known for his restrained French fare at Bastide and Church & State, delivers in-your-face Mexican street food using local, seasonal ingredients and refined technique. Winning dishes include pig ear nachos with crema poblana topped with a soft egg, and savory churros, oozing cheese and served with a butternut squash mole dip. L (Su), D (nightly). 7360 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.933.5300 $$ Map I13

Leandro’s favorite, a traditionally-seasoned sirloin called “picanha.”

The Southern Brazilian open-fire cooking method called “churrasco” has been handed down for centuries, with each new generation of You can taste that tradition today at Fogo De Chão. Where gaucho chefs like Leandro prepare, cook and serve a variety of grilled meats, including steaks, sausage, tender chicken, lamb, ribs, and

For a taste of Southern Brazil, visit Fogo.com.

PICCA Ricardo Zarate’s second Peruvian restaurant has grand ambitions and a Japanese twist, with a more dressed-up dining room and larger menu featuring small plates of ceviches, tiraditos, anticuchos and Peruvianstyle sushi. Mezzanine bar serves pisco cocktails. D (M–Su). 9575 W. Pico Blvd., West L.A., 310.277.0133 $$ Map J11 RED O Rick Bayless, one of the leading authorities on Mexican cuisine in America, is consulting chef at this sexy, transporting Melrose eatery. Many of his thoughtful dishes are grounded in tradition, such as Pacific sole and Mazatlan blue shrimp ceviches and cochinita pibil. Br (Su), D (nightly). 8155 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.655.5009 $$$ Map I12 RIVERA Chef John Sedlar showcases his flair for panLatin flavors and attention to detail; consider the housemade nixtamal tortillas inlaid with edible flowers or plates with intricate designs stenciled in spices. A pioneer of the craft cocktail movement, Rivera has an unbeatable menu of tequila tipples. L (M–F), D (nightly). 1050 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.749.1460 $$$ Map I16

Pan-Asian LUKSHON Sang Yoon of Father’s Office opens a slick Southeast Asian eatery with a selection of craft beers and Far East-inspired cocktail program. The crispy whole market fish is not to be missed. L (Tu–F), D (Tu–Sa). 3239 Helms Ave., Culver City, 310.202.6808 $$$ Map K12 WP24 From its 24th-floor roost, WP24 proves that Wolfgang Puck, who pioneered Asian fusion, has still got the goods. The restaurant might offer downtown’s best skyline views. Highlights include Singapore-style chili prawns and steamed bao filled with pork belly. Restaurant/lounge concept Nest at WP24 is adjacent. D (nightly). The RitzCarlton, Los Angeles, 900 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.743.8824 $$$$ Map I15

Quick Bites THE APPLE PAN Move quickly to grab a seat at the counter of this tiny joint, open since 1927. Burger aficionados wax on about the classic, drippy Steakburger and Hickoryburger. Cash only. Open late. L, D (Tu–Su). 10801 W. Pico Blvd., West L.A., 310.475.3585 $ Map K10

133 N. La Cienega Blvd. | Beverly Hills, CA | 310-289-7755

84 WHERELA.COM

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 84

5/16/14 10:43 AM

Dining BELLA’S GOURMET PIZZA Casual pizzeria in Old Pasadena serves a variety of Italian sandwiches, slices and pies, including deep-dish and gluten-free options. L, D (daily). 16 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena, 626.449.3332 $ Map Q19 IN-N-OUT SoCal’s iconic burgers, cooked to order— try the off-menu “animal style”—plus fries and shakes. Seating and drive-through. Open late. L, D (daily). 7009 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, 800.786.1000 and 10 other locations $ Map H13 M CAFÉ DE CHAYA Macrobiotic cuisine that actually tastes good. Oh-so-L.A.! B, L, D (daily), Br (Sa–Su). 7119 Melrose Ave., Hollywood, 323.525.0588; 9433 Brighton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.858.8459; 11678 San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood, 310.207.1122 $ Map H13, J11 PINK’S HOT DOGS There’s a perpetual queue in front of this hot dog stand, open since 1939, which serves 30 kinds of dogs and chili cheeseburgers, too. Open late. B, L, D (daily). 709 N. La Brea Ave., L.A., 323.931.4223 $ Map I13 PITA JUNGLE Light, fast-casual Mediterranean staples such as dolmades and gyros mixed with Mexican, Italian and even Caribbean fare. L, D (daily). 43 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, 626.432.7482 $ Map Q19 TENDER GREENS Cafeterialike concept serves tasty salads and comforting “hot plates” with proteins, greens and buttery mashed potatoes. L, D (daily). 9523 Culver Blvd., Culver City, 310.842.8300; 8759 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.358.1919; 6290 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, 323.382.0380; 201 Arizona Ave., Santa Monica, 310.587.2777 See tendergreens.com for additional locations. $ Map L11, I12, H14, L8 WURSTKÜCHE Don’t even try to pronounce it—”the sausage place” will do. Bar/restaurant offers thick-cut Belgian fries and a repertory of exotic franks: rattlesnake and rabbit, alligator and pork andouille. Open late. L, D (daily). 800 E. 3rd St., downtown; 625 Lincoln Blvd., Venice. 213.687.4444 $ Map I17, M9

Seafood CHART HOUSE Enjoy seafood and chophouse fare in seaside settings. In addition to creative dishes such as a crab, avocado and mango stack appetizer are perennial favorites including signature prime rib and hot chocolate lava cake. L (call for hours), D (nightly). 13950 Panay Way, Marina del Rey, 310.822.4144; 231 Yacht Club Way, Redondo Beach, 310.372.3464 $$ Map N9, M13 DUKE’S MALIBU Named after the father of international surfing, Duke Kahanamoku, this oceanfront restaurant captures the spirit of aloha. Not to be outshone by the spectacular views is the cuisine, which features a daily selection of fresh fish and tropical cocktails. Br (Su), L (M–Sa), D (nightly). 21150 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.317.0777 $$ Map west of K7 FISHING WITH DYNAMITE David LeFevre, a Water Grill alum, loads his menu with East Coast inspirations as well as some innovative dishes. Among the old-school small plates in this tiny, charming restaurant are New England–style clam chowder with Nueske’s bacon and Maryland blue crab cakes with house-made pickles and remoulade. L, D (daily). 1148 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.893.6299 $$$ Map L13 GLADSTONE’S MALIBU One of SoCal’s biggest hits with a million visitors each year. Dramatic ocean views. B (Sa–Su), L, D (daily). 17300 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacific Palisades, 310.454.3474 $$ Map west of K7

WHERE LOS ANGELES 85

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 85

5/13/14 2:28 PM

Dining Peixet fregit (fried smelt) with fennel, pickles and horseradish aioli, at smoke.oil.salt in the Fairfax District

THE BAZAAR BY JOSÉ ANDRÉS Star chef José Andrés brings whimsical set of Spanish-style dining experiences to the eminently stylish SLS Hotel. Cuisine ranges from rustic fare to the molecular gastronomy creations that have made Spain a culinary leader. Tasting room Saam offers an unforgettable 22-course prix fixe menu. D (nightly). 465 S. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.246.5555 $$$ Map H16 CAFE SEVILLA Authentic Spanish fare and tapas bar on a bustling strip in downtown Long Beach. Dinner show on Saturdays; nightclub upstairs. D (nightly). 140 Pine Ave., Long Beach, 562.495.1111 $$ Map N16 MANCHEGO A traditional Spanish eatery in contemporary Santa Monica, offering tapas like tortilla española, jamón ibérico, octopus, lamb empanadas, and imported Spanish cheeses, plus a curated selection of Spanish wines. D (nightly). 2518 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.450.3900 $$ Map M8

THE HUNGRY CAT East Coast fare in hip little spots. Dine on dishes such as Dungeness crab benedict, crab cakes or chillled crab legs and you-peel or they-peel shrimp by the half-pound. Hollywood: Br (Sa–Su), L (M–F), D (nightly). Santa Monica: Br (Sa-Su), D (nightly). Sunset+Vine, 1535 N. Vine St., Hollywood, 323.462.2155; 100 W. Channel Road, Santa Monica, 310.459.3337 $$ Map H14, L7 LITTLEFORK While many of L.A.’s restaurants look to the Far East for inspiration, executive chef Jason Travi zeroed in on the East Coast, drawing on his Boston roots and utilizing his favorite New England purveyors. Signature seafood dishes include clams casino and crispy oyster sliders with pickled hot peppers, and nonseafood items include the favorite maple eggs. Br (Sa–Su), D (nightly). 1600 Wilcox Ave., Hollywood, 323.465.3675 $$$ Map H14 McCORMICK & SCHMICK’S Classy wood, glass and brass space; seafood any way you like it. Happy hour. L (varies by location), D (nightly). 111 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 626.405.0064; 400 S. Hope St., downtown, 213.629.1929; 2101 Rosecrans Ave., El Segundo, 310.416.1123 $$ Map Q19, I11, H16, L13 PROVIDENCE Chef-owner Michael Cimarusti transforms seafood from the world’s most pristine waters into inventive dishes such as kampachi with miso, buttermilk and green grapes, and striped bass with bacon and Bordelaise sauce. Outstanding cocktails complement Michelin-recognized cuisine. L (F), D (nightly). 5955 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.460.4170 $$$$ Map I14 SON OF A GUN Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo, the meat-loving chefs at Animal, turn to the sea for new inspiration. They cook up small shareable plates such as salmon collar, miniature lobster rolls and shrimp toast sandwiches in a nautically themed space. L (M–F), D (nightly). 8370 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.782.9033 $$$ Map I12 WATER GRILL The premier seafood restaurant is famed for its huge platters of fruits de mer from the oyster bar. Low-temperature cooking methods are used in dishes such as sauteed Columbia River sturgeon, yielding sensational results. There’s no corkage fee, so why not BYOB? Downtown: L (M–F), D (nightly). Santa Monica: L, D (daily). 544 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.891.0900; 1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.394.5669 $$$$ Map H16, L8

Spanish BAR PINTXO Prominent California chef Joe Miller (Joe’s) offers authentic tortilla Española, bacalao and croquetas de jamón and Spanish wines. L, D (daily). 109 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.458.2012 $$ Map M8

PRIMITIVO WINE BISTRO Fun tapas, extensive wine list and festive vibe. Br (Sa–Su), L (M–F), D (nightly). 1025 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.396.5353 $$$ Map M9 SMOKE.OIL.SALT Catalan and Valencian cuisine from chef Perfecto Rocher and an impressive list of Spanish wines served in a lively location on Melrose. D (nightly). 7274 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.930.7900, smokeoilsalt.com $$ Map I13

Steak BOA Way hip, way fine steakhouse. Steak rubs and dips; out-there cocktails. Santa Monica: L, D (daily). West Hollywood: L (M–F), D (nightly). 101 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.899.4466; 9200 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2050 $$$ Map M8, H11 CUT A collaboration between Getty Center architect Richard Meier and celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck, Cut is the place to savor genuine Kobe beef steaks ($120-plus) or dry-aged Nebraska beef. Puck’s menu is short on nostalgia but long on flavor. D (M–Sa). Beverly Wilshire Hotel, 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.276.8500 $$$$ Map J11 FOGO DE CHÃO The city’s best churrascaria— those Brazilian steakhouse-barbecue restaurants—is this restaurant with muraled walls and soaring ceilings. After a trip to a massive salad-appetizer bar, guests are treated to an endless procession of meats carved right onto their plates. L (M–F), D (nightly). 133 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.289.7755 $$$ Map J12 THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY The Grill is a venerable industry hangout, where the maître d’ juggles Hollywood heavyweights, each demanding his favorite table for deal-making lunches. Polished waiters deliver steaks, Cobb salads and chicken pot pies in a dining room with classic good looks. Beverly Hills: L (M–Sa), D (nightly). Hollywood: L, D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). Thousand Oaks: L, D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). 9560 Dayton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.276.0615; The Grill on Hollywood, Hollywood & Highland Center, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.856.5530; 120 E. Promenade Way, Thousand Oaks, 805.418.1760 $$$ Map I11, H13, north of A10 L.A. PRIME City views and dry-aged steaks at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel’s top floor are sure to impress out-of-towners and dinner dates. Classic sides and starters (think: oysters, prawn cocktail, mac and cheese, creamed spinach) fill out the American surfand-turf menu. Aged USDA certified Prime beef from Chicago. D (nightly). Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, 404 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.612.4743 $$$ Map H16

LAWRY’S THE PRIME RIB A Restaurant Row classic. Prime rib, to-die-for creamed corn and spinach served with showmanship from tableside carts. D (nightly). 100 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.652.2827 $$$ Map I12 MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE Swanky “steakhouse with personality.” Bone-in-filet reigns; warm butter cake melts in your mouth. New Penthouse at Mastro’s is an upstairs lounge. D (nightly). 246 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.888.8782 $$$ Map J11 MORTON’S Clubby ambience, show-and-tell menu, huge portions. Beverly Hills, Woodland Hills: D (nightly). Downtown, Burbank: L (M–F), D (nightly). 435 S. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.246.1501; 6250 Canoga Ave., Woodland Hills, 818.703.7272 ; 735 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.553.4566; The Pinnacle, 3400 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 818.238.0424 $$$ Map I11, West of A1, I16, T20 NICK & STEF’S A modern interpretation of the classic American steakhouse, Nick & Stef’s offers architecturally exciting dining rooms and a wraparound patio lounge that’s a favorite of downtown workers waiting out traffic. USDA Prime beef is aged on-site in a glass-encased aging chamber. L (M–F), D (nightly). Wells Fargo Building, 330 S. Hope St., downtown, 213.680.0330 $$$ Map H16 OLIVER’S PRIME A contemporary steakhouse with global inspirations meets the timeless American steakhouse at Oliver’s, complete with handcrafted cocktails and a hip lounge scene. B, L, D (daily). The Grafton on Sunset, 8462 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.491.9003 $$$$ Map H12 PACIFIC DINING CAR Filet mignon at 3 am? It can be had at L.A.’s grandest 24-hour eatery, open since 1921. B, L, D (daily). 1310 W. 6th St., downtown, 213.483.6000; 2700 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.453.4000 $$$ Map H16, K8 THE STINKING ROSE “We season our garlic with food,” from Gartini cocktail to garlic ice cream. 40-Clove Garlic Chicken, Silence of the Lamb Shank, Vladimir’s Garlic “Stakes” menu with six steak options. L, D (daily). 55 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.652.7673 $$ Map I12 WOLFGANG’S STEAKHOUSE Chef Wolfgang Zwiener opens outpost of his New York steakhouse. Try the dry-aged porterhouse steak for two, three or four. L (M–F), D (nightly). 445 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.385.0640 $$$$ Map J11

Thai CHAN DARA Traditional specialties. L (M–F), D (nightly). 11940 W. Pico Blvd., West L.A., 310.479.4461; House of Chan Dara, 310 N. Larchmont Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.1052 $$ Map L10, I14 JITLADA THAI The wait is long, but the southern Thai specialties are authentic and exceptional. L, D (TuSa). 52331/2 Sunset Blvd., Silver Lake 323.667.9809 $$ Map W22 NATALEE THAI Traditional Thai dishes are served amid edgy, modern décor. Among entrees are Nutty Chicken (a spicy combo of chicken, onion and dried chili) and a sole filet in red curry sauce. Veggie lovers favor the spicy maha jumlong curry. L, D (daily). 10101 Venice Blvd., Culver City, 310.202.7003; 998 S. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.855.9380 $ Map L11, I11

where?

Log on anywhere. WhereLA.com

86 WHERELA.COM

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 86

5/16/14 2:25 PM

074-087_DiningList_WLA.indd 87

5/13/14 2:28 PM

SPECIAL PROMOTION

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

PAPARAZZI RISTORANTE Ranked one of the top 10 Italian restaurants in Southern California by Gayot, Paparazzi Ristorante is a hidden gem in the heart of L.A. Executive chef Orazio Parisi inspires the senses with his simple, classic Italian cuisine with a nod to Southern Italy, which earned him the title of Chef of the Year from the Southern California Food Writer Association in 2011. Paparazzi Ristorante delights diners with fresh pastas in authentic sauces as well as skillfully prepared seafood, steaks and poultry. House specialties include Il Cioppino dei Paparazzi, an enticing combination of seafood in a fennel pomodoro broth served with classic garlic ciabatta, as well as lasagna al brasato, fresh pasta layered with braised short ribs, rich cream, garlic sauteed spinach and mozzarella. Other favorites include garganelli alla salsiccia, spaghetti alla chitarra, ossobuco and pizzetta boscaiola. All feature robust flavors and beautiful wine pairings. Want to throw a party? The elegant private dining room can accommodate up to 40 people and is equipped with audio-visual needs for your entertainment. It’s the perfect setting for you and your friends to have a great evening and enjoy chef Parisi’s creations. Your taste buds will thank you. D (M–Sa).

Starters Burrata Lattughe miste Cavoletto Toscano Little Gem “Caesar” Melanzane Gamberoni al guanciale Cinghiale Polipo Crostini Calamari Formaggi Salumi Pizzetta al prosciutto Pizzetta boscaiola Pizzetta Margherita Pastas Bolognese Lasagna al brasato Pappardelle Mezzaluna Garganelli Chitarra Kobe beef ravioli Entrees Cioppino Salmone Branzino Vaccaro Filetto Bistecca Ossobuco Pollo Abbacchio Maiale

6101 W. Century Blvd., Westchester

310.642.4820 sheratonlax.com/paparazzi

DINE_WLA_1213_Paparazzi.indd 088-091_Formatted Ads_WLA.indd 1 88

11/7/13 2:02 4:37 PM 5/13/14

DINE_W

SPECIAL PROMOTION

MENU HIGHLIGHTS Starters American Wagyu Beef Tartare Tuna Rolls Lobster Caprese Grilled Baby Artichokes Baby Kale Salad

OLIVER’S PRIME A feast for all the senses, Oliver’s Prime introduces an alluring, intimate dining experience that introduces vibrant contemporary themes into the timeless American steakhouse. Located in a chic boutique hotel, the dining room is warmly appointed with uniquely illuminated leather, wood and metal finishes. An old-school steakhouse menu has been left behind in favor of creative dishes with global inspirations, including starters like an updated Caprese salad with fresh Maine lobster, and tuna rolls with jalapeño-lemongrass vinaigrette. Among premium-cut steaks are a 10-ounce Angus center-cut filet mignon from Nebraska, American Wagyu hanger steak from California, and lean bison filet from Wyoming. Equally compelling are seafood dishes such as togarashispiced ahi tuna with wasabi cream sauce, or broiled whole Maine lobster with tarragon butter. Handcrafted cocktails live up to the restaurant’s high-energy location, as Oliver’s Prime has quickly established itself as a prime dining and lounging destination on the legendary Sunset Strip. B, L, D (daily).

Sides Pearl Onions and Applewood Smoked Bacon Quinoa with Snap Pea, Tangerines Thai Chili Broccolini Wild Mushrooms & Shishito Peppers Entrees Togarashi-Spiced Ahi Tuna Pan-Roasted Jumbo Scallops 35-Day Dry-Aged New York Strip Center Cut Bone-In Filet Filet of Bison Mary’s Organic Roasted Chicken Breast and Leg Confit Desserts Cheesecake Eggrolls Caramel Crème Brûlée Bread Pudding Strawberry Soup

8462 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood

323.491.9003 oliversprime.com

DINE_WLA_Olivers Prime_0614v2.indd 089-091_Formatted Ads_WLA.indd 89 1

5/16/14 10:20 10:46 AM 7/16/14

SPECIAL PROMOTION

MENU HIGHLIGHTS Starters Housemade Meatballs Pork Belly & Bloomsdale Spinach Beef Carpaccio Grilled Spanish Octopus Steamed P.E.I. Mussels

TANZY WESTWOOD Steps from the action on Wilshire Boulevard, Tanzy Westwood serves ingredient-driven artisanal Italian fare in a rustic yet elegant space. Executive chef Bryan Podgorski, who trained at the famed French Laundry and served as chef de cuisine at Bouchon Bistro Las Vegas, brings a fresh approach to such savory entrees as orecchiette with spiced turkey sausage and wilted Swiss chard, or line-caught Alaskan halibut with baby artichokes, Castelvetrano olives, fennel bulb and oven roasted tomatoes. Menus also include raw-bar offerings, a selection of cured meats and cheeses, weekend brunch and tasty late-night bites. Dine with friends under the curling Balinese branches in the Cocoon dining lounge, or find a quiet spot on the lounge-style patio to enjoy a cocktail or fine wine from the extensive and award-winning beverage program, presented by mixologist and master sommelier Adam Seger. Tanzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inviting interiors and artful cuisine suit many moods and culinary tastes. Br (Sa-Su), L (M-F), D (nightly).

Entrees Herb Roasted Jidori Chicken Orecchiette with Turkey Sausage and Swiss Chard Wild White Seabass Panzanella Line-Caught Alaskan Halibut Braised Angus Beef Short Rib Bucatini allâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Amatriciana Desserts Vanilla Panna Cotta Torta di Cioccolato Tiramisu

10840 Wilshire Blvd., L.A.

310.307.7004 tanzyrestaurant.com

DINE_WLA_iPic_0814v1.indd 1 089-091_Formatted Ads_WLA.indd 90

7/16/14 10:20 AM

DINE_W

SPECIAL PROMOTION

ROCK’N FISH If you’re looking for delicious, approachable food and libations served in a friendly, laid-back atmosphere, head to Rock’n Fish, located across from Staples Center in the L.A. Live complex. This downtown Los Angeles outpost of the popular Manhattan Beach steak-and-seafood house is a welcoming spot in the bustling entertainment complex, offering booth and patio seating, a wide selection of premium wines, beers and spirits, and a menu featuring fresh interpretations of regional American dishes. Kick off happy hour with a festive cocktail such as Rock’n Fish’s signature Navy Grog, and tuck into starters including oak-grilled artichoke or popcorn shrimp. Follow with a hearty entrée—Kapalua rib-eye, perhaps, or “Summer Surf’n Turf” with Maine lobster tail and certified Angus beef wood-fired top sirloin for just $24.95—and finish with a Kona Pie dessert. Whether you’re on your way to a game or a show, meeting clients for lunch or celebrating a special occasion, Rock’n Fish is eager to be your downtown dining destination. L, D (daily).

Starters Jumbo Prawns on Ice Oysters on the Half Shell Oak Grilled Artichoke Crispy Calamari Spinach and Artichoke Dip Popcorn Shrimp New England Clam Chowder ROCK’N Crab Cakes Nueske Bacon & Blue Cheese Classic Cobb Napa Sonoma Shrimp and Avocado Louie ROCK’N Roll Sushi Salad Entrees Prime Rib Dip Oak Grilled Ahi Tuna Sandwich Ultimate Burger Oak Grilled Angus Burger or Chicken Breast Seared Wild Ahi Tuna Kapalua Rib-Eye Memphis Style Oak Grilled BBQ Babybacks Hawaiian Chicken Filet Mignon Blackened Rockfish Beer Battered Fish and Chips New Orleans BBQ Shrimp “Hot & Sweet” Seafood Jambalaya Blackened Salmon Penne Pesto One Pound of King Crab Legs Desserts Sticky Toffee Pudding House Specialty Kona Pie Warm Chocolate Lava Cake

800 W. Olympic Ave., downtown

213.748.4020 rocknfishrestaurants.com

10:20 AM

DINE_WLA_Rock N Ads_WLA.indd Fish_0714v1.indd 089-091_Formatted 91 1

6/12/14 10:20 3:42 PM 7/16/14 AM

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

CULVER CITY

208 RODEO (California)............................................ 76

A-FRAME (Eclectic)....................................................... 78 AKASHA (California)..................................................... 76 FATHER’S OFFICE 2 (Brew/Pub)...................... 76 LUKSHON (Pan-Asian)................................................84 NATALEE THAI (Thai)..............................................86 RUSH STREET (American)....................................... 76 TENDER GREENS (Quick Bites)........................... 85 WATERLOO & CITY (British).............................. 76

THE BAZAAR (Spanish)............................................86 THE BELVEDERE (American)............................... 74 BENIHANA (Japanese)................................................. 81 BOUCHON (French)...................................................... 78 CAULFIELD’S (American)........................................ 74 CHAYA (California).......................................................... 76 CULINA (Italian)............................................................. 80 CUT (Steak)..........................................................................86 FOGO DE CHAO (Steak).........................................86 THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY (Steak).............86 IL FORNAIO (Italian)................................................. 80 M CAFE DÉ CHAYA (Quick Bites)....................... 85 MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE (Steak)................86 MONSIEUR MARCEL (French)........................... 79 MORTON’S (Steak).......................................................86 MR. CHOW (Chinese)................................................... 78 NATALEE THAI (Thai)..............................................86 POLO LOUNGE (California).................................... 78 RED MEDICINE (Eclectic)........................................ 78 SCARPETTA (Italian)................................................... 81 SPAGO (California).......................................................... 78 SUGARFISH (Japanese)............................................. 82 URASAWA (Japanese)................................................. 82 WOLFGANG PUCK (American).......................... 76 WOLFGANG’S STEAKHOUSE (Steak)......86

BEVERLY BOULEVARD 3RD STREET MELROSE AVENUE ANGELINI OSTERIA (Italian).............................. 79 AOC (Mediterranean)....................................................... 83 BLD (American).................................................................. 74 COMME ÇA (French).................................................... 78 COOKS COUNTY (California)............................... 76 CROSSROADS KITCHEN (Mediterranean).. 83 HATFIELD’S (California)............................................ 76 INK. (American)................................................................. 74 JAR (American).................................................................. 74

DOWNTOWN ARTISAN HOUSE (American)............................... 74 BÄCO MERCAT (Eclectic)........................................ 78 BAR AND KITCHEN (American)......................... 74 BESTIA (Italian)............................................................... 79 BORDER GRILL (Mexican).....................................84 BOTTEGA LOUIE (French)..................................... 79 CAFÉ PINOT (French)................................................ 78 CHAYA (California).......................................................... 76 CHOSUN GALBEE (Korean)................................. 82 CHURCH & STATE (French)................................... 78 DRAGO CENTRO (Italian)..................................... 80 ENGINE CO. NO. 28 (American)........................ 74 THE GORBALS (Eclectic/Fusion).......................... 78 KATSUYA (Japanese)................................................... 82 KENDALL’S BRASSERIE (French).................. 79 L.A. PRIME (Steak).......................................................86 LE KA (French).................................................................. 79 MADDALENA (Italian).............................................. 80 MCCORMICK & SCHMICK’S (Seafood).......86 MO-CHICA (Latin)........................................................84 MORTON’S (Steak).......................................................86 NICK & STEF’S (Steak).............................................86 NOÉ (American)................................................................. 76 OCEAN SEAFOOD (Chinese).............................. 78 PACIFIC DINING CAR (Steak)...........................86 PATINA (French).............................................................. 79 THE RESTAURANT (American).......................... 76 RIVERA (Latin).................................................................84 SOLETO TRATTORIA (Italian)............................ 81 SUGARFISH (Japanese)............................................. 82 TERRONI (Italian)........................................................... 81 WATER GRILL (Seafood)..........................................86 WP24 (Pan-Asian)............................................................84 WURSTKÜCHE (Quick Bites).................................. 85

JOAN’S ON THIRD (American)........................... 74

HOLLYWOOD/EASTSIDE

THE LITTLE DOOR (French)................................. 79

ALLUMETTE (American)........................................... 74 BARBRIX (Mediterranean).......................................... 83 CHAN DARA (Thai).....................................................86 CLEO (Mediterranean).................................................... 83 DELPHINE (French)...................................................... 78 THE GRILL ON HOLLYWOOD (Steak)......86 THE HUNGRY CAT (Seafood)..............................86 IN-N-OUT BURGER (Quick Bites)...................... 85 JITLADA THAI (Thai)................................................86 KABUKI (Japanese)......................................................... 81 KATSUYA (Japanese)................................................... 82 LITTLEFORK (Seafood).............................................86 M CAFE DÉ CHAYA (Quick Bites)....................... 85 MAGNOLIA (American).............................................. 74 MUSSO & FRANK GRILL (American)............ 76 PUBLIC KITCHEN + BAR (Brew/Pub)........... 76 RAO’S (Italian)................................................................... 81 TAIX (French)...................................................................... 79 TENDER GREENS (Quick Bites)........................... 85 TROIS MEC (Eclectic).................................................. 78 UMAMI BURGER (American)................................. 76

LUCQUES (Mediterranean)........................................ 83 LUNA PARK (American)............................................ 74 OSTERIA MOZZA (Italian).................................... 80 PETTY CASH TAQUERIA (Mexican).............84 PIZZERIA MOZZA (Italian).................................. 80 PROVIDENCE (Seafood)...........................................86 RED O (Mexican)..............................................................84 SON OF A GUN (Seafood).......................................86 SUSHI ROKU (Japanese)........................................... 82

BRENTWOOD KATSUYA (Japanese)................................................... 82 M CAFE DÉ CHAYA (Quick Bites)....................... 85 THE RESTAURANT AT THE GETTY CENTER (California)....................................................... 78 SUGARFISH (Japanese)............................................. 82 TAVERN (California)....................................................... 78

CENTURY CITY CRAFT (American).......................................................... 74 HINOKI & THE BIRD (American)....................... 74 SEASONS 52 (American).......................................... 76

092-093_Reverse_WLA.indd 92

LA BREA/MIDTOWN ANIMAL (American)....................................................... 74 PINK’S HOT DOGS (Quick Bites)........................ 85 RAY’S & STARK BAR (Mediterranean)............ 83

LA CIENEGA BOULEVARD RESTAURANT ROW FIG & OLIVE (Mediterranean).................................. 83 CUT (Steak)..........................................................................86 LAWRY’S THE PRIME RIB (Steak)................86 MATSUHISA (Japanese)............................................. 82 NOBU (Japanese)............................................................. 82 THE STINKING ROSE (Steak)............................86

MALIBU DUKE’S MALIBU (Seafood).................................... 85 GLADSTONE’S MALIBU (Seafood)................ 85 INN OF THE SEVENTH RAY (California).... 78 MAISON GIRAUD (French).................................... 79 MR. CHOW (Chinese)................................................... 78 NOBU MALIBU (Japanese)...................................... 82 SADDLE PEAK LODGE (American)................ 76 SUGARFISH (Japanese)............................................. 82

MARINA DEL REY CHART HOUSE (Seafood)....................................... 85 SUGARFISH (Japanese)............................................. 82

SOUTH BAY/LONG BEACH BABOUCH MOROCCAN (Eclectic)................. 78 BENIHANA (Japanese)................................................. 81 BUCA DI BEPPO (Italian)...................................... 80 CAFE SEVILLA (Spanish)........................................86 CHART HOUSE (Seafood)....................................... 85 CLAIM JUMPER (American)................................... 74 FISHING WITH DYNAMITE (Seafood)......... 85 GINA LEE’S BISTRO (California)....................... 76 IL FORNAIO (Italian)................................................. 80 MAR’SEL (California).................................................... 78 M.B. POST (American)................................................. 76 MCCORMICK & SCHMICK’S (Seafood).......86 PETROS (Mediterranean)............................................. 83 SALT CREEK GRILLE (American)..................... 76 THE STRAND HOUSE (American).................... 76

VALLEY

PASADENA

ASANEBO (Japanese)................................................... 81

A/K/A BISTRO (American)..................................... 74 BELLA’S GOURMET PIZZA (Quick Bites).. 85 BUCA DI BEPPO (Italian)...................................... 80 IL FORNAIO (Italian)................................................. 80 KABUKI (Japanese)......................................................... 81 KATSUYA (Japanese)................................................... 82 MAISON AKIRA (Eclectic)...................................... 78 MCCORMICK & SCHMICK’S (Seafood).......86 PARKWAY GRILL (California).............................. 78 PITA JUNGLE (Quick Bites)...................................... 85 ROSE TREE COTTAGE (British)....................... 76 SECO (American).............................................................. 76 SUSHI ROKU (Japanese)........................................... 82 TRATTORIA NEAPOLIS (Italian)...................... 81 VERTICAL WINE BISTRO (American)......... 76

BENIHANA (Japanese)................................................. 81

SANTA MONICA BAR PINTXO (Spanish)..............................................86 BENIHANA (Japanese)................................................. 81 BOA (Steak).........................................................................86 BORDER GRILL (Mexican).....................................84 CEZANNE (French)....................................................... 78 FARMSHOP (California).............................................. 76 FATHER’S OFFICE (Brew/Pub)........................... 76 FIG RESTAURANT (California)............................ 76 THE HUNGRY CAT (Seafood)..............................86 JOSIE (American)............................................................. 74 LA VECCHIA (Italian)................................................ 80 MANCHEGO (Spanish)...............................................86 MÉLISSE (French)........................................................... 79 MILO & OLIVE (California)....................................... 78 MONSIEUR MARCEL (French)........................... 79 NAPA VALLEY GRILL (California).................... 78 O’BRIEN’S IRISH PUB (Brew/Pub).................. 76 PACIFIC DINING CAR (Steak)...........................86 R+D KITCHEN (American)....................................... 76 RISTORANTE AL MARE (Italian)..................... 81 ROBATA BAR (Japanese)......................................... 82 RUSTIC CANYON (California).............................. 78 SEASONS 52 (American).......................................... 76 SONOMA WINE GARDEN (Mediterranean)....83 SUGARFISH (Japanese)............................................. 82 SUSHI ROKU (Japanese)........................................... 82 TAR & ROSES (California)........................................ 78 TENDER GREENS (Quick Bites)........................... 85 TRUXTON’S BISTRO (American)...................... 76 WATER GRILL (Seafood)..........................................86 WILSHIRE (California)................................................. 78 UMAMI BURGER (American)................................. 76 YE OLDE KING’S HEAD (British).................... 76

BUCA DI BEPPO (Italian)...................................... 80 CLAIM JUMPER (American)................................... 74 THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY (Steak).............86 KABUKI (Japanese)......................................................... 81 MORTON’S (Steak).......................................................86 UMAMI BURGER (American)................................. 76

VENICE CHAYA (California).......................................................... 76 GJELINA (Mediterranean)........................................... 83 PRIMITIVO WINE BISTRO (Spanish)............86 SUPERBA SNACK BAR (Italian)....................... 81 THE TASTING KITCHEN (California).............. 78 WURSTKÜCHE (Quick Bites).................................. 85

WEST HOLLYWOOD BOA (Steak).........................................................................86 LE CLAFOUTIS (French).......................................... 78 CAVATINA (California)................................................ 76 CECCONI’S (Italian).................................................... 80 EVELEIGH (American)................................................. 74 GORDON RAMSAY (Eclectic).............................. 78 KATANA (Japanese)...................................................... 82 LUCQUES (California).................................................. 83 OLIVER’S PRIME (Steak).......................................86 RED O (Mexican)..............................................................84 RIVABELLA (Italian)..................................................... 81 SMOKE.OIL.SALT (Spanish).................................86 TENDER GREENS (Quick Bites)........................... 85 TERRONI (Italian)........................................................... 81

WESTSIDE THE APPLE PAN (Quick Bites)..............................84 CHAN DARA (Thai).....................................................86 KABUKI (Japanese)......................................................... 81 MATTEO’S (Italian)...................................................... 80 NAPA VALLEY GRILL (California).................... 78 PAPARAZZI (Italian).................................................. 80 PICCA (Latin).....................................................................84

7/16/14 10:22 AM

private wine cellar

MASTER CHEF, HELENE AN INVITES YOU TO ALSO EXPERIENCE

“Star caterer to the stars...”

AN CATERING

LOS ANGELES TIMES

092-093_Reverse_WLA.indd 93

7/16/14 10:22 AM

LA DINING BENIHANA BEVERLY HILLS Benihana is a landmark on Beverly Hills’ Restaurant Row. At the heart of the Benihana experience lies the teppanyaki grill, where masterful chefs expertly prepare savory filet mignon, tender chicken breasts, succulent shrimp, cold-water lobster tail and Benihana’s signature hibachi chicken rice, all cooked to order in front of guests. Side orders include tempura, nigiri, sashimi and an assortment of fresh and colorful sushi rolls. Try one of the delicious specialty cocktails served in collectible mugs, Benihana’s famous hot sake or a passion fruit lemonade. Kids 12 and under can select from the Kabuki Kids menu. Benihana chefs are as well known for their culinary theatrics as they are for their outstanding cooking. Celebrate your next special occasion at Benihana and take home a souvenir photo to commemorate the day. L, D (daily). 38 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills 323.655.7311 benihana.com

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

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

SEASONS 52

Celebrate living well. This casually sophisticated fresh grill and wine bar invites you to discover the sensational flavors of seasonally inspired dishes and an award-winning international wine list. Menu items feature market-fresh ingredients and are prepared using cooking techniques such as oak-fire grilling and brick-oven roasting. The result is dishes that are lighter in calories, thoughtfully prepared in appropriate portion sizes, so guests can feel free to indulge in a number of dishes including flatbreads and mini indulgences. The ambience evokes the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright using solid Honduran mahogany and autumn ledgestone. Live music in the piano lounge starts at 6 p.m. every day of the week. L, D (daily).

1501 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica 310.451.1152 seasons52.com SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

094-095_DiningOut_WLA.indd 94

7/16/14 10:19 AM

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

301 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.550.8330 1800 Rosecrans Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.725.9555 1 Colorado, Pasadena, 626.683.9797 ilfornaio.com

RISTORANTE AL MARE Savor fresh and authentic handmade pastas, thin crust pizzas and Italian seafood classics such as cioppino and branzino at Ristorante al Mare, a new Italian eatery from the team behind Trastevere and La Piazza at the Grove. Located next to the historic carousel on the Santa Monica Pier, the three-story restaurant features a rooftop dining deck and full bar with unparalleled views of the Pacific Ocean and Malibu coastline (a perfect spot to gather with friends for happy hour, 4:30-7:30 p.m. daily). The restaurant also boasts balcony terraces on the second floor and a private dining room, as well as first-floor exterior decks overlooking the bustling boardwalk and beautiful Santa Monica beaches. L, D (daily).

250 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica 310.458.4448 ristorantealmare.com

THE STINKING ROSE Located on Beverly Hills’ famed Restaurant Row, The Stinking Rose has made a name for itself, and its popularity is evident—people fill the unique dining rooms to partake of the tasty food enhanced by the fragrant bulb. Specialties include two pounds of whole, garlic-roasted Dungeness crab in a secret garlic sauce and the ever-popular forty-clove garlic chicken. “The Best Steak I Ever Tasted was in a Garlic Restaurant—The Stinking Rose in Beverly Hills.”—Vladimir. L, D (daily).

55 N. La Cienega Blvd. (near Wilshire Blvd.), Beverly Hills 310.652.7673 thestinkingrose.com SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

094-095_DiningOut_WLA.indd 95

7/18/14 11:14 AM

Entertainment SUMMER NIGHTS IN THE GARDEN Aug. 1, 15, 29 New outdoor summer series features music from KCRW DJ Anthony Valadez, food trucks, themed botanical cocktails, workshops, live performances and garden tours. 5-9 pm. Free. Natural History Museum, 900 Exposition Blvd., downtown, 213.763.3466 Map K15 STREET FOOD CINEMA Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Outdoor summer film series hosts screenings every Saturday night at various locations across L.A. Features live music and food from the city’s top trucks. Highlights this month include Dazed & Confused and Casablanca. See website for a full schedule. 5:30 pm. $6-$17. 323.254.5068, streetfoodcinema.com SUNDANCE NEXT FEST Aug. 7-10 This newer summer festival, presented by the Sundance Institute, celebrates the intersection of music and film, featuring a special Cinespia screening at Hollywood Forever Cemetery and six L.A. premieres of independent films, followed by performances from buzzworthy bands or conversations with cultural icons. See website for schedule. $14-$25. Theatre at Ace Hotel, 929 S. Broadway, downtown, sundance.org/next Map H16

Surround Sound

The little Echo Park festivalthat-could has developed into a can’t-miss music event of the year for Angelenos, featuring a lineup consisting of buzzworthy up-and-comers and Coachellalevel headliners, such as Nic Offer of !!!, pictured above rocking the crowds last year. Now in its 11th year, FYF Fest (Aug. 23-24) has found new digs, moving from Los Angeles State Historic Park to the L.A. Sports Arena & Exposition Park, and will offer indoor performances as well—a welcome respite from the heat. On Saturday, take in sets from the likes of Phoenix, Interpol, Little Dragon and Ty Segall. Sunday will find Haim, Presidents of the United States of America and Ryan Hemsworth taking the stage, and the Strokes closing out the weekend with their melodically melancholy rock. (See listing at right.)

TWILIGHT CONCERT SERIES Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 Annual summer concert series at the famed Santa Monica Pier featuring contemporary and classic bands. Jagwar Ma, La Santa Cecilia with Sergio Mendoza y la Orkestra, The Zombies with Mystic Braves and Lee “Scratch” Perry with Mexico 68 headline this month. 7–10 pm. Free. 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 310.458.8901 Map M8 TASTE OF BREWS Aug. 23 Summer craft beer festival offers tastes of dozens of seasonal, craft and microbrews from local and international breweries. Noon–4 pm. $32.50–$42.50. Lighthouse Park, 200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, 714.375.1132 Map O16 LOS ANGELES FOOD & WINE Aug. 21-24 This epicurean event features a who’s who of talent from the culinary world, from Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto to République’s Walter Manzke. With a home base along Grand Avenue downtown, the festival also offers special themed lunches and dynamic chef pairings at top dining destinations across L.A. Take in live cooking demonstrations and wine seminars, or learn to mix a master cocktail. See website for a full schedule. $50-$350/$1000 VIP. 855.433.5239, lafw.com FYF FEST Aug. 23-24 Premier SoCal music fest features 60 indie rock bands, ranging from up-and-comers to big-name headliners. This year the festival moves locations to L.A. Sports Arena & Exposition Park, and offers both indoor and outdoor performances. 2 pmmidnight. 3939 South Figueroa St., downtown, fyffest.com Map B3 THE TASTE Aug. 29-31 The Los Angeles Times’ annual food and wine fest offers an authentic look at what’s hot in the city’s vibrant food and cocktail culture. Learn from key players in the L.A. dining scene—Times restaurant critic Jonathan Gold, Providence’s Michael Cimarusti, barsmith Julian Cox and many more—at tastings and seminars like “Field to Fork” and “Flavors of L.A.” $100$150. Paramount Pictures, 5555 Melrose Ave, L.A., 213.237.5000, events.latimes.com/taste Map I14 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FAIR Aug. 29-Sept. 28 Head to the outskirts of L.A. for a distinctly non-Angeleno experience. Cheer on a racing pig, learn about farming, take a spin on the Ferris wheel, watch a concert and dine on plenty of deep-fried food. 1101 West McKinley Ave., Fairplex, 909.623.3111 Map east of B5

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 Special Events ...................96 Theater ................................96 Music + Dance...................96 Sports...................................98 Attractions .........................98 Studio Tours .....................104 Studio Tapings.................104

Museums .........................106 Shopping Destinations .. 110 Spas ..................................... 114 Nightlife................................116 Beaches................................118 Tours + Transport............ 119

BUDWEISER MADE IN AMERICA Aug. 30-31 Jay Z curates this bicoastal Labor Day weekend music festival. Catch performances from big-name headliners such as Imagine Dragons, John Mayer, Steve Aoki and Weezer while sampling fare from Kogi BBQ, Grilled Cheese Truck and other top food vendors. Grand Park, entrances at 200 N. Grand Ave., 221 N. Hill St., 221 N. Broadway and 227 N. Spring St., downtown, madeinamericafest.com Map H17

Theater ONCE Through Aug. 10 Winner of eight 2012 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this stage adaptation of the acclaimed film of the same name tells the story of a street musician in Dublin buoyed by the encouragement of a beautiful young woman. Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.468.1770 Map H13 BUYER & CELLAR Through Aug. 17 Playwright Jonathan Tolins (Twilight of the Golds) and actor Michael Urie (Ugly Betty) take a comedic look at celebrity eccentricity with this fictitious tale, set in the private shopping mall beneath Barbra Streisand’s Malibu home. Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.628.2772 Map H16 WE WILL ROCK YOU Through Aug. 24 The first U.S. national tour of London’s popular musical rocks the Music Center with songs by legendary band Queen. Book and direction by Ben Elton. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.628.2772 Map H16 REASONS TO BE PRETTY Through Aug. 31 Amber Tamblyn and Shawn Hatosy (Southland) bring playwright Neil LaBute’s skillful dialogue to life in this study of the importance of language and beauty in today’s society. Gil Cates Theater, Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., Westwood, 310.208.5454 Map J10

Music + Dance GREEK THEATRE Aug. 1 Chicago and REO Speedwagon. Aug. 2 Los Lonely Boys; Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band. Aug. 7 Michael McDonald; Toto. Aug. 8 Jake Owen. Aug. 9 Old School Saturday Night. Aug. 11 Sara Bareilles. Aug. 12 Blues Traveler; Sugar Ray; Uncle Kracker; Smash Mouth. Aug. 13 ZZ Top; Jeff Beck. Aug. 14 American Idol Live. Aug. 15 Grouplove; Portugal. The Man. Aug. 16 Smokey Robinson. Aug. 17 Counting Crows. Aug. 18 John Legend. Aug. 22 Lila Downs. Aug. 23 Alejandra Guzmán. Aug. 24 YES. Aug. 26 Panic! At The Disco. Aug. 27-28 Jack Johnson. Aug. 29 Retro Futura Tour 2014. Aug. 30 Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes and Tonino Baliardo. 2700 N. Vermont Ave., Griffith Park, 323.665.5857 Map V22

In 1965, during their second trip to L.A. to play the Hollywood Bowl, the Beatles had their first and only meeting with their musical idol, Elvis Presley, at his home in Bel-Air.

COURTESY FYF FEST/TOD SEELIE

Special Events

96 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 96

7/18/14 11:15 AM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 97

7/16/14 10:41 AM

Attractions + Museums HOLLYWOOD BOWL Aug. 1-3 Hair, featuring Kristen Bell, Hunter Parrish, Amber Riley, Jenna Ushkowitz, Beverly D’Angelo, conductor Lon Hoyt. Aug. 5 Trumpet and Guitar, featuring conductor Joshua Weilerstein, trumpeter Alison Balsom, guitarist Miloš Karadaglic. Aug. 6 Herbie Hancock with orchestra. Aug. 7 Brahms’ Double, featuring Los Angeles Philharmonic, conductor Mirga Grazinyte-Tyla, violinist Hilary Hahn, cellist Robert deMaine. Aug. 8-9 Gladys Knight, Kool & the Gang. Aug. 10 Glen Hansard, The Head and the Heart, Iron & Wine. Aug. 12 Russian Journey, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Leonard Slatkin, violinist Gil Shaham. Aug. 13 Get On Up: A James Brown Celebration, featuring James Brown Alumni Band and special guests Aloe Blacc, D’Angelo, Angélique Kidjo, Bettye LaVette. Aug. 14 Elgar with Yo-Yo Ma, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Leonard Slatkin, cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Aug. 15-16 Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks, featuring L..A. Philharmonic, conductor Leonard Slatkin, violinist Alexandra Soumm, USC Marching Band. Aug. 17 Smooth Summer Jazz. Aug. 19 The Four Seasons, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Nicholas McGegan, violinist Martin Chalifour. Aug. 20 John Legend, Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings, L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Steven Reineke, poet Marc Bamuthi Joseph. Aug. 21 All Mozart, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Nicholas McGegan, pianist Inon Barnatan. Aug. 22-24 The Beatles’ 50th at the Bowl. Aug. 25 Nine Inch Nails, Soundgarden. Aug. 26, 28 The Emperor and The Exhibition, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Stéphane Denève, pianist Marc-André Hamelin. Aug. 27 Peter Frampton, Buddy Guy, Robert Randolph. Aug. 29-30 John Williams: Maestro of the Movies, with L.A. Philharmonic, conductor John Williams, special guest Seth MacFarlane. Aug. 31 The Big Picture: Hitchcock!, featuring Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, conductor David Newman, host Eva Marie Saint. 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.850.2000 Map G13 ROSE BOWL STADIUM Aug. 2-3 Jay Z & Beyoncé: On the Run Tour. Aug. 7-8 Eminem X Rihanna: The Monster Tour. 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, 626.577.3100 Map P18 STAPLES CENTER Aug. 7 Arctic Monkeys. Aug. 12 Justin Timberlake. Aug. 27 Ed Sheeran. 1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.742.7100 Map I15

Sports DODGER STADIUM Aug. 1-3 Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs. Aug. 4-5 Dodgers vs. Los Angeles Angels. Aug. 15-17 Dodgers vs. Milwaukee Brewers. Aug. 19-21 Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres. Aug. 22-24 Dodgers vs. New York Mets. 1000 Elysian Park Ave., L.A., 323.224.1507 Map G17 STAPLES CENTER Aug. 2 UFC 176. Aug. 3 Los Angeles Sparks vs. Connecticut. Aug. 5 Sparks vs. Tulsa. Aug. 8 Sparks vs. Atlanta. Aug. 15 Sparks vs. Seattle. Aug. 17 WWE SummerSlam. 1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.742.7100 Map I15 STUBHUB CENTER Aug. 2 Los Angeles Galaxy vs. Portland Timbers. Aug. 3 Chivas USA vs. FC Dallas. Aug. 8 L.A. Galaxy vs. San Jose Earthquakes. Aug. 9 L.A. Galaxy II vs. Arizona United SC. Aug. 16 Chivas USA vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Aug. 23 L.A. Galaxy vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Aug. 24 L.A. Galaxy II vs. Wilmington Hammerheards. Aug. 27 L.A. Galaxy vs. DC United. Aug. 31 Chivas USA vs. L.A. Galaxy. 18400 Avalon Blvd., Carson, 310.630.2000 Map M15

Attractions ADAMSON HOUSE 1930s home filled with famed Malibu Potteries tile. Guided tours W–Sa 11 am–3 pm (last tour 2 pm). $2–$7, under 6 free. No credit cards. 23200 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.456.8432 Map west of K7

Ahmanson Theatre Now – Aug 24 CenterTheatreGroup.org/RockYou 213.972.4400

WWRY

season sponsor

AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC Focus is on Pacific Ocean sea life. Pet the sharks at Shark Lagoon; other exhibits include Lorikeet Forest, Turtle Vision 4D,

98 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 98

7/18/14 11:16 AM

Attractions + Museums June Keyes Penguin Habitat. Daily 9 am–6 pm except Christmas and during the Grand Prix of Long Beach. $14.95–$28.95, under 3 free. 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, 562.590.3100 Map O16

LET THE SUNSHINE IN!

AUG 1-3

ALL-STAR CAST

TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS

LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC Leonard Slatkin conductor Alexandra Soumm violin USC Marching Band

CATHEDRAL OF OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS Stunning contemporary cathedral opposite Music Center. M–F 6:30 am–6 pm; Sa 9 am–6 pm; Su 7 am–6 pm. 555 W. Temple St., downtown, 213.680.5200 Map H17 CHINATOWN Ornate architecture, dim sum, shops with Eastern wares. Art and antiques on Chung King Road. Between Cesar E. Chavez Avenue and Bernard Street, Yale and Spring streets, downtown Map G17 DESCANSO GARDENS North America’s largest camellia collection (34,000 plants amid 20 acres of oaks) and much more, including lilacs, azaleas, irises. 9 am–5 pm daily. $4–$9, under 5 free. 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, 818.949.4200 Map Q19 DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE PARK Soarin’ Over California, A Bug’s Land, Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Toy Story Mania!, Ariel’s Undersea Adventure. Cars Land is a recent addition. Call for hours. Admission (includes all rides and attractions): $90–$96, under 3 free. 1600 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.781.4565 Map I10

AUG 15-16

DISNEYLAND Mickey Mouse’s theme park. Attractions include Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage. Updated Star Tours, Pirates of the Caribbean and Space Mountain. Fireworks, fantastic Fantasmic! continues. Call for hours. Admission (includes all rides and attractions): $90–$96, under 3 free. 1600 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.781.4565 Map I10

50TH AT THE BOWL DAVE STEWART

ringmaster and musical director Special guest vocalists to be announced

AUG 22-23-24

JOHN WILLIAMS

Maestro of the Movies Los Angeles Philharmonic Seth MacFarlane special guest

AUG 29-30

Get Your Tickets Today! HollywoodBowl.com 323.850.2000 800.745.3000

CATALINA EXPRESS Year-round boat service to Catalina Island; daily departures from Long Beach, Dana Point, San Pedro. Reservation recommended. Call for hours. San Pedro, Long Beach: $29.50–$37.25 one-way, $59–$74.50 round-trip; Dana Point: $30.50–$38.25 one-way, $61–$76.50 round-trip; under 2 $2.50–$5. Ride free on your birthday (up to $76.50 round trip). 800.481.3470, catalinaexpress.com

Groups (10+) 323.850.2050

Parking, shuttle & venue info: HollywoodBowl.com/GettingThere

Programs, artists, prices and dates subject to change

DOLBY THEATRE Tour the home of the Academy Awards, formerly named the Kodak Theatre. Daily 10:30 am–4 pm. $12–$17, under 3 free. 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.308.6300 Map H13 EGYPTIAN THEATRE Restored 1922 Hollywood landmark screens classics, cult favorites, indie films. Excellent Forever Hollywood screens daily. Call for schedule. $7–$11. 6712 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.466.3456 Map H13 EL CAPITAN THEATRE 1926 Spanish-style movie palace screens Disney films new and old. Musical accompaniment to many shows. Call or visit elcapitan.go.com for schedule. $13–$16. VIP admission with reserved seat $26. 6838 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.7674 Map H13 EL PUEBLO DE LOS ANGELES Birthplace of Los Angeles. Twenty-seven buildings include 1818 Avila Adobe, L.A.’s oldest. 125 Paseo de la Plaza, downtown, 213.628.1274 Map H17 EXPOSITION ROSE GARDEN Grassy pathways bisect 20,000 rose bushes of nearly 200 varieties. Daily 9 am to sunset. Free. 701 State Drive, downtown, 213.763.0114 Map K15 FARMERS MARKET Local landmark with 120 produce stalls, restaurants and gift shops in open-air setting. M–F 9 am–9 pm; Sa 9 am–8 pm; Su 10 am–7 pm. 6333 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.933.9211 Map I13 GAMBLE HOUSE Landmark Arts & Crafts–style home. Advance tickets recommended for guided tours. See website for details. Th–Su noon–3 pm. $10–$12.50, under 12 free. 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, 626.793.3334, gamblehouse.org Map Q19

WHERE LOS ANGELES 99

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 99

7/16/14 10:41 AM

Attractions + Museums GRAND PARK Pleasant urban park positioned between the Music Center and City Hall offers draws such as a farmers market, lunchtime yoga classes, concerts and more community entertainment. Splash pad for kids. 5:30 am–10 pm. Free. Entrances at 200 N. Grand Ave., 221 N. Hill St., 221 N. Broadway and 227 N. Spring St., downtown, 213.972.8080 Map H17

Take an exotic journey.

GREYSTONE PARK AND MANSION Gardens and park grounds open daily. 10 am–5 pm most days. Free. 905 Loma Vista Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.285.6830 Map I11 GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY Iconic attraction overlooking Hollywood. Hourly shows at planetarium. Tu–F noon–10 pm; Sa–Su 10 am–10 pm. Free; donations accepted. 2800 E. Observatory Road, L.A., 213.473.0800 Map U23 GUINNESS WORLD RECORD MUSEUM Shrine to amazing achievements. Su-Th 9 am-midnight; F-Sa 9 am-1 am (July-Aug). $8.99–$16.99, under 5 free. 6764 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.463.6433 Map H13 HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME Celebs’ names are enshrined in bronze-and-terrazzo stars. Free. Hollywood Boulevard from Gower Street to La Brea Avenue and Vine Street from Yucca Street to Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, 323.469.8311 Map H13 KNOTT’S BERRY FARM More than 165 rides and attractions. Roller coasters include Silver Bullet, GhostRider and Xcelerator. Call for hours. $35–$65, under 3 free. 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, 714.220.5200 Map D5 IFLY HOLLYWOOD “Indoor skydiving” via a vertical wind tunnel. Two to four flights per session. Su–Th 10:30 am–9 pm; F–Sa 10:30 am–11 pm. $59.95–$99.95. Universal CityWalk, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 818.985.4359 Map G13 L.A. LIVE Bustling entertainment center is home to the Grammy Museum, Nokia Theatre and Club Nokia; restaurants including Nest at WP24 and Tom’s Urban, high-tech bowling lanes and nightspots such as the Conga Room. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.763.5483 Map I15 L.A. ZOO AND BOTANICAL GARDENS More than 250 species of wildlife and 800 plant species in parklike setting. New Rainforest of the Americas exhibit. Daily except Christmas 10 am–5 pm. $14–$19, under 2 free. Golden State (5) and Ventura (134) freeways, 5333 Zoo Drive, L.A., 323.644.4200 Map T23 LEGOLAND Find 50-plus rides and shows and Sea Life Aquarium’s new Jellyfish Discovery. Just-opened Legends of Chima water park features an interactive wave pool, water slides and more. Legoland California only, $73–$83 (see legoland.com for upgrades, Resort Hopper ticket packages and discounts). Parking $15–25. Call for hours. 1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, 760.918.5346 LOS ANGELES COUNTY ARBORETUM & BOTANIC GARDEN Peafowl roam the grounds and roost overhead at 127-acre garden. Make your own idyllic route or take the tram tour. Daily 9 am–5 pm (last admission 4:30 pm); tram tour Sa-Su, $5. Free third Tuesday of the month. $4–$9, under 5 free. 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, 626.821.3222 Map Q22 MADAME TUSSAUDS Spend the day as a Hollywood star. Walk the red carpet and mingle with celebs from screen stars to sports heroes, and step behind the scenes to recreate favorite film moments at the world-famous museum of wax figures. 10 am-10 pm daily (July-Aug). Adults $29.95, children 4-12 $22.95, under 4 free. 6933 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.798.1670 Map H13 POINT VICENTE INTERPRETIVE CENTER Small park with interpretive center offers a whale-watching deck and displays of local history and ecology. Palos Verdes Drive, Palos Verdes, 310.377.5370 Map O13

Come meet our giant river otters, Baird’s tapir, keel-billed toucans, piranha, and many more rare and endangered animals. Learn more at lazoo.org/rainforest Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. everyday except Christmas www.lazoo.org • 5333 Zoo Drive • 323-644-4200

100 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 100

7/16/14 10:41 AM

COME SEE WHAT WE’RE DIGGING UP IN YOUR BACKYARD The world’s only ongoing Ice Age excavations are still happening at the La Brea Tar Pits. And this summer we’re going through a RE-FRESH: • Re-opening of the Observation Pit after 20 years • Re-activating Pit 91 with real paleontologists doing live excavations • One-of-a-kind Fossil Lab with paleontologists re-vealing recently excavated Ice Age fossils

EXPERIENCE ALL THIS AND MORE ON THE NEW EXCAVATOR TOUR! FREE with paid admission or for members. Space is limited. Reserve your timed tickets today at tarpits.org

TARPITS.ORG

INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 101

7/16/14 10:41 AM

Attractions + Museums QUEEN MARY SHIP AND SEAPORT Historic ocean liner—bigger than the Titanic!— permanently berthed in Long Beach Harbor. Shops, hotel, art deco lounge and restaurants including Sir Winston’s. Russian Foxtrot-class submarine Scorpion is adjacent. M–Th 10 am–6 pm, F–Su 10 am–7 pm for self-guided and guided tours. Night tours available. $14.95–$25.95+, under 4 free. 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, 877.342.0738 Map O16 RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! MUSEUM Three hundred displays feature curiosities gathered by traveler Robert Ripley in the 1930s. Daily 10 am–midnight. $9–$17, under 5 free. 6780 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.466.6335 Map H13 RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM Air Force One Pavilion houses the Flying White House. Daily 10 am–5 pm except New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. $6–$16, under 3 free. 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, 800.410.8354 Map northwest of A1 SAN ANTONIO WINERY Complimentary tastings and tour of the only producing winery in L.A., which celebrates its 97th anniversary this year. Restaurant and wine shop on site. Su–Th 9 am–7 pm; Fri–Sat 9 am–8 pm. 737 Lamar St., downtown, 323.223.1401 Map G17 SAN FERNANDO MISSION 1797 mission with museum, archives and gardens. Daily 9 am–4:30 pm. $3–$5, under 7 free. 15151 San Fernando Mission Blvd., Mission Hills, 818.361.0186 Map north of A1 SAN GABRIEL MISSION Mission includes the oldest building (1771) in Southern California. Mon–Sa 9 am–4:30 pm; Sun 10 am–4 pm. $3–$5, under 6 free. 427 S. Junipero Serra Drive, San Gabriel, 626.457.3035 Map B4 SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS NATIONAL RECREATIONAL AREA Hiking, horseback riding, bird-watching on 150,000 acres. National Park Service Visitor Center open daily 9 am–5 pm (holidays exempt). 26976 Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas, 805.370.2301 Map west of B1 SCORPION RUSSIAN SUBMARINE Tour the Scorpion, moored next to historic Queen Mary ocean liner. Daily 10 am–6 pm. $9.95–$12.95, under 5 free. Must be at least 48 inches tall to board submarine. 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, 877.342.0738 Map O16 SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN Theme park has 17 coasters, plus dozens of rides and attractions for kids and families including world’s tallest, fastest and longest flying coaster, Tatsu, and the world’s tallest vertical drop, Lex Luthor: Drop of Doom. Call or visit sixflags.com for hours. $44.99–$69.99, under 3 free. 26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy., Valencia, 661.255.4100 Map A2 TCL CHINESE THEATRE Historic, meticulously restored Hollywood movie palace (formerly Grauman’s Chinese Theatre) with giant Imax screen and walkway of stars’ hand- and footprints in the forecourt. Call or visit tclchinesetheatres.com for movie schedule. 6925 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.461.3331 Map H13 TOURNAMENT HOUSE Tours of Rose Parade headquarters in Wrigley Mansion, Italian Renaissance-style home featuring Centennial Rose Garden and Wrigley Gardens. Th 2 and 3 pm. Free. 391 S. Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena, 626.449.4100 Map R19 UNIVERSAL CITYWALK Eye-popping dining, shopping and entertainment promenade includes boutiques such as Fossil, Guess? and Abercrombie & Fitch, novelty stores and state-of-the-art cinema and Imax theater. iFLY Hollywood is a simulated skydiving wind tunnel. Call for hours. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 818.622.4455 Map U20 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD World’s biggest motion picture/TV studio. Rides include Transformers: The Ride 3-D, Jurassic Park, the Simpsons Ride and

AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO

DOWNTOWN LA’S CONCERTS OUTDOOR FILMS EVENTS Facebook “f” Logo

C MYK / .ai

Facebook “f” Logo

C MYK / .ai

WHERE TO PARK WHAT TO BRING WHERE TO PRE-GAME WHERE TO AFTER PARTY DOWNTOWN CENTER BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

Bri

102 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 102

7/16/14 10:41 AM

$10 OFF Admission

www.madametussauds.com/Hollywood • 6933 Hollywood Blvd. • Located next to the TCL Chinese Theatre Bring this coupon and receive $10.00 off regular Adult/Child admission up to six (6) total admissions. Not valid for advance ticket purchase, combo packages or any other offers. Restrictions apply. Promo code 5044. Expires 12/31/14. The images shown depict wax figures created and owned by Madame Tussauds. Hollywood™& Design © 2011 Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. MARVEL AND ALL RELATED CHARACTERS: TM & © MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT, LLC AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES. LICENSED BY MARVEL CHARACTERS B.V. WWW.MARVEL.COM.

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 103

7/16/14 10:41 AM

NMT ad

Attractions + Museums Revenge of the Mummy—the Ride and the new 3-D, ultra-HD movie motion-simulator ride Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem and adjacent Super Silly Fun Land with interactive play zone and Silly Swirly Fun Ride. Tram studio tour includes King Kong 360 3-D and film and TV sets. VIP Experience is private guided tour through prop warehouse, working movie sets, soundstages. Call for hours. $84–$92, under 3 free. Front-ofline pass, $159. VIP Experience $349. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 800.864.8377 Map U20 USS IOWA Former battleship USS Iowa, known as the “Battleship of Presidents,” is permanently docked as a floating museum. The ongoing exhibit follows the ship’s history through World War II, the Korean War and the Cold War. Also explore the missile decks, bridge, mess areas and Captain’s Cabin. 10 am–5 pm (daily); last ticket sold at 4 pm. $10–$18, under 6 free. Pacific Battleship Center, USS Iowa BB-61, 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, 877.446.9261 Map O15 VIRGINIA ROBINSON GARDENS Tour one of Beverly Hills’ first homes, open to the public (by appointment). The historic estate’s idyllic grounds include a grand Italian terrace, rose garden and lush palm-tree forest. Advance reservations required for guided tours, Tu-F 10 am and 1 pm. $6-$11, under 5 free. 1008 Elden Way, Beverly Hills, 310.550.2087 Map I10 WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL Frank Gehry-designed architectural landmark at the Music Center. Tour options include hour-long, self-guided audio tours and docent-led tours. Free for individuals or groups up to 14 people. Tours for 15 or more by reservation, $15 per guest guided or $10 per guest self-guided. Hours and days vary; visit musiccenter.org for schedule. 151 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.4399 Map H16 WATTS TOWERS Monumental folk-art sculpture in South Central Los Angeles was built by Simon Rodia alone from 1921 to 1954. The tallest tower is about 100 feet. 1727 E. 107th St., L.A., 213.485.1795 Map C3

Studio Tours

coming soon hollywood & highland center August 2014

SONY PICTURES STUDIOS TOUR Two-hour walking tour of working motion picture studio includes sets of television shows and films. Reservation, photo ID required. M–F 9:30 am–2:30 pm. $38; under 12 not admitted. Parking free. 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.244.8687 Map L11 THE STUDIOS AT PARAMOUNT Two-hour group tour of the longest-operating and only remaining major studio in Hollywood. Reservation required. Tours daily (holidays exempt) every half hour 9:30 am–2 pm (weekend schedules may vary). $53; VIP tour $178. 5555 Melrose Ave., Hollywood, 323.956.1777 Map I14 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD Legendary studio tour. Universal’s VIP Experience is private guided tour through prop warehouse, working movie sets, soundstages. Call for hours. $84–92, under 3 free. Frontof-line pass, $159. VIP Experience $349. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 818.622.3801 Map U20 WARNER BROS. STUDIOS Two-hour VIP tour of working TV and film studio includes backlots, soundstages and costume department, museum, new Batman exhibit and observation of filming when possible. Deluxe tour available. Reservation recommended; photo ID required. Daily except Christmas. $54, under 8 not admitted. 3400 Riverside Drive, Burbank, 818.972.8687 Map U20

Studio Tapings AUDIENCES UNLIMITED Free tickets to live tapings of TV shows on CBS, Fox, NBC and CW. Minimum age 10–18, varies by show. Satellite TV Ticket Booth, Universal Studios Hollywood, 818.260.0041, Ext. 1. tvtickets.com

eat. drink. play. watch.

now open in westchester 6081 CENTER DRIVE

104 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 104

7/18/14 11:17 AM

NMT ad June2014_Layout 1 6/19/14 9:12 AM Page 1

SEPTEMBER 13-14 2014 I NAUTICAMALIBUTRI.COM C L A S S I C D I S TA N C E • 1 / 2 M I L E S W I M • 1 8 M I L E B I K E • 4 M I L E R U N INTERNATIONAL DISTANCE • 1.5K SWIM • 40K BIKE • 10K RUN

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 105

7/16/14 10:41 AM

Attractions + Museums THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW Free tickets for taping of comedian’s daytime talk show. Minimum age 14; minors must show photo ID and be accompanied by a parent. Advance tickets, go to ellen.warnerbros.com/tickets; day-of tickets, call before noon. Warner Bros. Studios, 3400 Riverside Drive, Burbank, 818.954.5929 Map U20 JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! Free tickets for live tapings of late-night ABC show. Minimum age 18. Phone line open M–F 10 am–2 pm. El Capitan Entertainment Center, 6840 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 866.546.6984, 1iota.com Map H13 ON-CAMERA AUDIENCES Free tickets to live tapings of TV shows including So You Think You Can Dance, The Price is Right, Chelsea Lately. Minimum age 12–18, varies by show. 818.295.2700, mytvtickets.com

4 famous attractions

23%

Museums ACADEMY OF MOTION PICTURE ARTS AND SCIENCES The organization that presents the Academy Awards offers exhibits. Tu–F 10 am–5 pm; Sa–Su noon–6 pm. Free. 8949 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.247.3600 Map J11 THE ANNENBERG SPACE FOR PHOTOGRAPHY Ten thousand square feet with digital projection gallery, print exhibit area. Continuing Country: Portraits of an American Sound. Tu–F 11 am–6 pm, Sa-Su 11 am–9 pm. Parking $3.50, $1 after 4:30 pm and all day Sa–Su. Admission free. 2000 Avenue of the Stars, Century City, 213.403.3000 Map J11

3-Day Park Hopper® to Disneyland® Park and Disney California Adventure® Park

AUTRY NATIONAL CENTER Continuing Route 66: The Road and the Romance; Floral Journey: Native North American Beadwork Ongoing Four Centuries of Pueblo Pottery; Art of the West; Western Frontiers: Stories of Fact and Fiction. Tu–Fri 10 am–4 pm, Sa-Su 10 am–5 pm. $4–$10, under 3 free. 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A., 323.667.2000 Map H14 CALIFORNIA AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM History, culture, art. Through July 31 The Legacy of the Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Company: More than a Business. Through Aug. 3 Hands on Design. Through Aug. 24 The March on Washington: A Tribute, 50 Years Later. Continuing Recent Acquisitions—Curatorial Selections. Tu– Sa 10 am–5 pm, Su 11 am–5 pm. Free. Parking $10. 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, 213.744.7432 Map M8

Universal Studios HollywoodSM

CALIFORNIA HERITAGE MUSEUM American decorative arts, folk art. Continuing Monterey: Furnishings of California’s Spanish Revival. W–Su 11 am–4 pm. $5-$10, children under 12 free. Free parking. 2612 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.392.8537 Map M8 CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER Interactive exhibits for budding scientists. Continuing Pompeii: The Exhibition. Ongoing Mission 26: The Big Endeavour. Daily 10 am–5 pm. Permanent exhibition gallery, free; admission for other exhibits and Imax varies. Parking $10. 700 Exposition Park Drive, downtown, 323.724.3623 Map K15 CHINESE AMERICAN MUSEUM Housed in oldest structure of L.A.’s original Chinatown. Ongoing Journeys; Sun Wing Wo General Store and Herb Shop; Origins: The Birth and Rise of Chinese American Communities in Los Angeles. Tu–Su 10 am–3 pm. $2–$3 donation. El Pueblo de Los Angeles, 425 N. Los Angeles St., downtown, 213.485.8567 Map H17 FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING (FIDM) Museum & Galleries on fashion school campus. Continuing Designing Hollywood: Sketches from the Christian Esquevin Collection; International Inspiration: The Donald and Joan Damask Collection; 8th Annual Outstanding Art of Television Costume Design. Ongoing Artfully Adorned: Jewelry from the Christie Romero Collection (Annette Green Fragrance Archive, M-Sa). 10 am–5 pm. Free. 919 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.624.1200 Map I16

SeaWorld® San Diego

Buy at these attractions - Good for 14 days - Skip most ticket lines

Connect for current pricing

citypass.com or (888) 330-5008

106 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 106

7/16/14 10:41 AM

T:8.125”

BIG FUN BUILT HERE.

Take your imagination on an amazing journey and enter the exciting LEGO ® Legends of CHIMA™ Water Park presented by Cartoon Network™. With more than 60 rides, shows and attractions, LEGOLAND® California Resort is the ultimate LEGO experience. And if you’ve ever dreamed of spending the night at LEGOLAND, now you can. The LEGOLAND Hotel has 250 LEGO-themed rooms and it’s just steps away from the Park entrance.

EXCLUSIVE ONLINE OFFER

Save $15 + 2nd Day FREE when you buy online at LEGOLAND.com/VisitorSavings Located in Carlsbad off I-5, LEGOLAND California is open daily through September 8th and is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays during select periods. LEGOLAND Water Park is now open through October 28th with some blackout days. Above offer available exclusively online. Prices, times and schedules subject to change without notice. Visit LEGOLAND.com or call 877-LEGOLAND (534-6526) for details. LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations, the Minifigure and LEGOLAND are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2014 The LEGO Group. LEGOLAND AND SEA LIFE ARE A PART OF THE MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS GROUP. TM and ®2014 Cartoon Network. A Time Warner Company. All rights reserved.

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 107

7/16/14 10:41 AM

Attractions + Museums FOWLER MUSEUM Art and material culture from Africa, Asia, the Pacific, the Americas. Closing Aug. 17 Fowler in Focus: The Yaqui Masks of Carlos Castaneda Opening Aug. 24 Fowler in Focus: Yards of Style, African-Print Cloths of Ghana. Closing Aug. 31 Rigo 23: From the Heart of Santa Madera Continuing Earth Matters: Land as Material and Metaphor in the Arts of Africa; Fowler at Fifty. Ongoing Intersections: World Arts, Local Lives; Reflecting Culture: The Francis E. Fowler, Jr. Collection of Silver. W–Su noon–5 pm, Th until 8 pm. Free. Parking $3–$12. UCLA, 308 Charles E. Young Drive N., Westwood, 310.825.4361 Map I10 GETTY CENTER Travertine-clad hilltop facility houses stunning collections of paintings, drawings, antiquities, photographs and decorative arts. Fabulous Central Garden and city views. Opening Aug. 5 In Focus: Tokyo. Continuing Rococo to Revolution: 18th-Century French Drawings from Los Angeles Collections; Minor White: Manifestations of the Spirit; Convergences: Selected Photographs from the Permanent Collection; Chivalry in the Middle Ages; The Scandalous Art of James Ensor; Yvonne Rainer: Dances and Films; Heaven and Earth: Art of Byzantium from Greek Collections. Ongoing The Life of Art: Context, Collecting and Display. (See getty.edu for additional exhibits.) Tu–Th, Su 10 am–5:30 pm; Fri-Sa 10 am–9 pm (through Aug 29). See website for monthly “Friday Flights” series events through summer. Free. Parking $15, $10 F–Sa after 5 pm. 1200 Getty Center Drive, L.A., 310.440.7300, getty.edu Map K7

Visit The Paley Center for Media To explore the foremost public collection of television and radio programming. Open Wednesdays to Sundays, 12 to 5 pm

Dharma Suit From LOST

Modern Family

PALEY LIBRARY

LOST EXHIBIT

Choose a program YOU want to watch, including PALEYFEST with the stars of Modern Family, The Big Bang Theory, Castle, and Bones.

Take a #PaleySelfie with your favorite costumes & props from the Island.

GETTY VILLA Getty Center’s exquisite coastal counterpart features Roman and Greek antiquities. Through Aug. 25 Heaven and Earth: Art of Byzantium from Greek Collections. Continuing Relief With Antiochos and Herakles. Ongoing Molten Color: Glassmaking in Antiquity. W–M 10 am–5 pm; Saturdays (except July 19) until 9 pm (through Aug 23). Free. Parking $15, $10 after 5 pm for evening programs. Advance timed tickets required for entry. 17985 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacific Palisades, 310.440.7300, getty.edu Map K7

310.786.1000

paleycenter.org

JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM Focus on the Japanese American experience. Through Aug. 31 Colors of Confinement: Rare Kodachrome Photographs of Japanese American Incarceration in World War II. Continuing Dodgers: Brotherhood of the Game; Perseverance: Japanese Tattoo Tradition in a Modern World. Ongoing Common Ground: The Heart of the Community. Tu–W, F–Su 11 am–5 pm; Th noon–8 pm. $5–$9, under 6 free. 369 E. 1st St., downtown, 213.625.0414 Map H17

IB IT

7/2/14 2:19 PM

EM IER

TIA

HAMMER MUSEUM Traveling shows and installations and permanent collection. Continuing Made in L.A. 2014. Tu–F 11 am–8 pm, Sa–Su 11 am–5 pm. Free admission. 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Westwood, 310.443.7000 Map J10

HUNTINGTON LIBRARY, ART COLLECTIONS, AND BOTANICAL GARDENS Art, buildings and grounds, with more than a dozen themed gardens. Gallery includes Pinkie and The Blue Boy. Opening Aug. 2 Your Country Calls! Posters of the First World War. Through Aug. 25 Albrecht Dürer: Master of the Black Line. W-M 10:30 am–4:30 pm. $8–$23, under 5 free. 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, 626.405.2141 Map R21

See great TV from the Paley Archive on the Big Screen.

465 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

GRAMMY MUSEUM Museum on L.A. Live campus explores music, the creative and recording processes, WHERE LA Paley Ad1a ModernFamily-Lost June2014.indd 1 and Grammy Award history. Continuing Pride & Joy: The Texas Blues of Stevie Ray Vaughan; California Dreamin’: The Sounds of Laurel Canyon 1965-1977; Blue Note Records: The Finest in Jazz; Pepe Aguilar…La Leyenda Continúa. (See grammymuseum.org for permanent exhibits.) M–F 11:30 am–7:30 pm, Sa–Su 10 am–7:30 pm. $10.95–$12.95, under 5 free. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.765.6800 Map I15

HOLLYWOOD MUSEUM Located in the historic Max Factor building, just steps from the Walk of Fame, the Hollywood Museum houses 10,000 authentic showbiz treasures that showcase a century of Hollywood’s entertainment industry. Don’t miss Max Factor’s makeup rooms, where Marilyn Monroe became a blonde and Lucille Ball a redhead. W–Su 10 am–5 pm. $12–$15. 1660 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.464.7776 Map H13

WEEKEND SCREENINGS

MUSEUM OF TOLERANCE www.museumoftolerance.com

9786 west pico boulevard los angeles, ca 90035 t: 310.772.2506

108 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 108

7/16/14 10:41 AM

Attractions + Museums LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART Diverse, superb collections housed on 20-acre campus; Broad Contemporary Art Museum and Resnick Pavilion are latest additions. Opening Aug. 3 Marsden Hartley: The German Paintings 1913–1915. Through Aug. 17 Sam Doyle: The Mind’s Eye. Opening Aug. 24 African Cosmos: Stellar Arts; Variations: Conversations in and Around Abstract Painting. Through Aug. 24 Night in Day. Opening Aug. 30 Big Quilts in Small Sizes: Children’s Historical Bedcovers. Continuing The Written Image: Books and Portfolios from the Robert Gore Rifkind Center for German Expressionist Studies; Kimono for a Modern Age; Zuan: Japanese Design Books; The Painted City: Art from Teotihuacan; Edward Biberman, Abbot Kinney and the Story of Venice; Miracle Mile; Princely Traditions and Colonial Pursuits in India; Expressionism in Germany and France: From Van Gogh to Kandinsky; John Altoon; Treasures from Korea: Arts and Culture of the Joseon Dynasty, 1392–1910. Ongoing Levitated Mass; Metropolis II; James Turrell, Breathing Light; Hassan Hajjaj: My Rock Stars Experimental, Volume 1, 2012. M–Tu, Th 11 am–5 pm, F until 8 pm; Sa–Su 10 am–7 pm. $10–$15, under 18 free. LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.857.6000 Map J13 LOS ANGELES MUSEUM OF THE HOLOCAUST The West Coast’s largest archive of Holocaust-era documents, relics and other primary source materials. Interactive and audiovisual exhibits include The World That Was touch-screen table; models include a re-creation of a train car used to transport prisoners and the Sobibor death camp. Sa–Th 10 am–5 pm, F 10 am–2 pm. Free. Pan Pacific Park, 100 S. The Grove Drive, L.A., 323.651.3704 Map I12

www.grammymuseum.org

JOB: GM_5329_LaurelCanyon-WhereMag-4.62x4.875

SIZE: 4.62" x 4.875"

COLORS: 4C

OUTPUT DATE: 05/05/14

WHAT NATURE DESTROYED, IT ALSO PRESERVED

MUSEUM OF TOLERANCE Exhibits on prejudice and discrimination, legacy of the Holocaust and humanrights issues. Continuing Anne. Su–W, Fri 10 am–5 pm; Th 10 am-9:30 pm (extended hours for Anne only). $11.50–$15.50, under 5 free. 9786 W. Pico Blvd., West L.A., 310.553.8403 Map J11 NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY Thirty-three million objects from dino fossils to fish. The 3.5-acre Nature Gardens and interactive Nature Lab are new to the museum. The Tyrannosaurus rex growth series is a highlight of the Dinosaur Hall. Through Aug. 3 Just Add Water. Continuing Butterfly Pavilion. Ongoing Age of Mammals; Becoming Los Angeles. (See nhm.org for additional exhibits.) Daily 9:30 am–5 pm. $5–$12, under 3 free. 900 Exposition Blvd., downtown, 213.763.3466 Map K15

NOW OPEN • LIMITED TIME ONLY

californiasciencecenter.org 700 Exposition Park Drive Los Angeles, CA 90037 (323) SCIENCE

Photos courtesy of the Soprintendenza per I Beni Archeologici de Napoli and Soprintendenza Speciale per I Beni Archeologici di Pompei, Ercolano e Stabia

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART Premier contemporary art museum housed in three facilities. Through Aug. 11 Cinema Vezzoli (GA). Continuing Steve McQueen: Drumroll (PDC). Ongoing Selections from the Permanent Collection (GA). GA and GC: M, F 11 am–5 pm; Th 11 am–8 pm; Sa–Su 11 am–6 pm. PDC: Tu–F 11 am–5 pm; Sa–Su until 6 pm. $7–$12, under 12 free, Th 5–8 pm free; free at PDC. MOCA Grand Avenue (GA), 250 S. Grand Ave., downtown; Geffen Contemporary (GC), 152 N. Central Ave., downtown; MOCA Gallery at Pacific Design Center (PDC), 8687 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 213.626.6222 Map H16, H17, I12

NORTON SIMON MUSEUM Collection of Renaissance to 20th-century masterworks and sculpture garden. Through Aug. 11 Face It: The Photographic Portrait. Through Aug. 25 In the Land of Snow: Buddhist Art of the Himalayas. M, W-Th noon–5 pm, Fri-Sa 11 am-8 pm, Su 11 am-5 pm. $9–$12; students with photo ID, under 19 free. 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, 626.449.6840 Map Q19 PAGE MUSEUM AT THE LA BREA TAR PITS Watch paleontologists at work uncovering Ice Age L.A. The main attractions are the ever-bubbling tar pits, which comprise the world’s most famous fossil excavation site. The Observation Pit was recently reopened after 20 years. Daily 9:30 am–5 pm. $5–$12, under 3 free. 5801 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.934.7243 Map J13

WHERE LOS ANGELES 109

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 109

7/18/14 11:19 AM

Shopping

$5 OFF

PALEY CENTER FOR MEDIA Exhibits, screenings and radio-listening series; tens of thousands of programs on view. Continuing Television Out of the Box. W–Su noon–5 pm. Suggested donation $5–$10. 465 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.786.1000 Map I11 PASADENA MUSEUM OF CALIFORNIA ART California art, architecture, design. Through Aug. 31 June Wayne: Paintings, Prints, and Tapestries; Time, Space & Matter: Five Installations Exploring Natural Phenomena. W–Su noon–5 pm. $5–$7, under 12 free. 490 E. Union St., Pasadena, 626.568.3665 PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM Some 150 vintage vehicles cars, trucks and motorcycles and features permanent and rotating exhibits on display. Continuing Mustangs Forever: 50 Years of a Legend; The World’s Greaest Sports Coupes; Town Cars: Arriving in Style; Art Wall: License Plates: Unlocking the Code. Ongoing The Vault; Bruce Meyer Gallery: Hot Rods; Otis Chandler Gallery: Motorcycles; Discovery Center; Hot Wheels; Alternative Power; The Streetscape: The Car and the City in Southern California; Hollywood Gallery: Cars of Film and Television. Tu–Su 10 am–6 pm. $5–$15, under 3 free. 6060 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.930.2277 Map J13 SKIRBALL CULTURAL CENTER The American Jewish experience. Continuing Fallen Fruit of the Skirball; The Snowy Day and the Art of Ezra Jack Keats. Ongoing Noah’s Ark at the Skirball; Visions and Values: Jewish Life From Antiquity to America. Tu–F noon–5 pm, Sa–Su 10 am–5 pm. $5–10, free on Thursdays, children under 2 free. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., L.A., 310.440.4500 Map G9 USC PACIFIC ASIA MUSEUM Asian and Pacific island art and culture. Through Aug. 17 The Other Side: Chinese and Mexican Immigration to America. Through Aug. 24 I Am Writing You Tomorrow. Continuing A New Way Forward: Japanese Hanga of the 20th Century. W–Su 10 am–6 pm. $7–$10, under 12 free. 46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 626.449.2742 Map R20

JUST ADD WATER. Hornblower makes summer better. Dinner, Brunch, & Cocktail Cruises available weekly.

HORNBLOWER.COM • 855-559-3571 NEWPORT BEACH • MARINA DEL REY • LONG BEACH • SAN DIEGO • SAN FRANCISCO • BERKELEY • NEW YORK

*VALID FOR UP TO 6 ADULTS IN MARINA DEL REY AND NEWPORT BEACH. TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY. NOT VALID ON HOLIDAYS OR SPECIAL EVENT CRUISES. CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER OFFERS. EXP.11/30/14. PROMO CODE: MDR5DW

Shopping Destinations THE AMERICANA AT BRAND Huge downtown Glendale hot spot with Main Street, U.S.A., atmosphere and trolley from the creators of the Grove. Ninety stores and dining options. Boutiques include a Tiffany & Co. concept store, Kate Spade, Kiehl’s and Sugarfina; other draws include H&M, Barneys CO-OP and Pacific Theatre cinema. Brand Boulevard and Americana Way, Glendale, 818.637.8900 Map southeast of T23 BEVERLY CENTER Trendsetting mall near West Hollywood has more than 100 boutiques (Burberry, Fendi, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Jimmy Choo, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Saint Laurent, Tiffany & Co., Z Zegna) and restaurants includingThe Capital Grille. Anchors include Macy’s, Macy’s Men Store and Bloomingdale’s. La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, L.A., 310.854.0070 Map I12

A N I L CATA D ISLAN

CITADEL OUTLETS Assyrian architecture south of downtown stands out along the Golden State (5) Freeway; the center offers discounted duds from Kate Spade, H&M, Banana Republic, Levi’s and Converse, to name just a few. 100 Citadel Drive, L.A., 323.888.1724 Map B4 FIGAT7TH Center features hip, casual eateries and food purveyors such as Juicy Lucy, Lotería Grill, Mendocino Farms and Sprinkles Cupcakes, plus shops including City Target, Zara and H&M. Gold’s Gym also onsite. Retail M-F 10 am-9 pm, Sa-Su 10am-7pm; dining M-F 11 am-9 pm, Sa-Su 11 am-7 pm. 735 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.955.7150 Map H16 FASHION DISTRICT A bargain hunter’s paradise. More than 1,000 stores sell to the public at 30%–70% discounts on apparel, accessories, textiles and flowers.

Catalina Island is just one hour from Southern California ports, but feels a million miles away. Catalina Express makes it convenient to visit Catalina Island for the day or for an overnight stay. Check out our hotel and boat packages online!

CatalinaExpress.com |

800-738-3597

SAN PEDRO | LONG BEACH | DANA POINT

110 WHERELA.COM CAX-14003_GenAd_VTP_4.5x4.75.indd 1

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 110

4/24/14 10:14 AM

7/16/14 10:41 AM

AQUARIUMOFPACIFIC.ORG 562.590.3100 100 AQUARIUM WAY, LONG BEACH, CA 90802

Shopping Between Main and San Pedro streets; Olympic Boulevard and 7th Street, downtown, 213.488.1153 Map J16 FRED SEGAL A multitude of international trends since 1968 began in what may be L.A.’s most famous store, an emporium of individually owned boutiques. Santa Monica boutiques include JET John Eshaya. Mauro’s Cafe on Melrose is popular for shoppers and drop-ins. New LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal location is perfect for last-minute souvenirs. 8100 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood; 420 Broadway, Santa Monica; 380 World Way, L.A., 310.646.1770 Map I13, L8, O10 GLENDALE GALLERIA Family-oriented mall with department stores and boutiques including Bloomingdale’s, Crabtree & Evelyn and Vans. Colorado Boulevard and Central Avenue, Glendale, 818.240.9481 Map U23

et closer to our animals than ever before and enjoy special interactive experiences, including new opportunities to touch bonnethead sharks, cownose rays, and horseshoe crabs and special behind-the-scenes looks at animal feedings. Come discover the wonder, and see all that is new this summer at the Aquarium of the Pacific.

THE BEST TOURS IN LA

AREN’T ALWAYS IN LA MALIBU WINE TASTING - MALIBU MOVIES & CELEBRITY DELUXE SIGHTSEEING - SUNRISE HIKING - HORSEBACK RIDING

THE GROVE Popular outdoor center has more than 39 shops, Nordstrom and restaurants in a setting that suggests a grand old downtown. Movie theater, trolley and dancing fountain are draws. Multi-tiered “Privileges” membership program offers benefits including discounted self- and valet parking, private shopping events, restaurant tastings and personal styling service. Adjacent to Farmers Market. 3rd Street and Fairfax Avenue, L.A., 888.315.8883 Map I13 HOLLYWOOD & HIGHLAND CENTER Home of the Academy Awards’ Dolby Theatre. Tinseltown-themed retail, dining and entertainment center features several restaurants, cinema, high-tech bowling lanes, stores such as Louis Vuitton and Lucky Brand Jeans, plus a 28,000 square foot Sweet! candy store, which boasts a Wyland gallery. Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue, Hollywood, 323.467.6412 Map H13 JAPANESE VILLAGE PLAZA Popular plaza in Little Tokyo features some 40 shops selling Japanese books, art, gifts and sundries. Restaurants are Japanese, though one serves excellent Korean barbecue. Mikawaya sells mochi ice cream. 335 E. 2nd St., downtown Map H17 JEWELRY DISTRICT Retailers offer savings on gems, watches and fine jewelry. Between Olive Street and Broadway, from 6th to 8th streets, downtown Map I16 MALIBU COUNTRY MART Outdoor center with upscale boutiques such as Ron Herman, Yosemite by James Perse, Letarte swimwear, Vintage Malibu, Madison; galleries, spas, children’s play area. Restaurants include Tra di Noi and Mr. Chow. 3835 and 3900 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, 310.456.7300 Map northwest of K7 MALIBU LUMBER YARD Small collection of upscale retailers adjacent to Malibu Country Mart, including Alice + Olivia, Maxfield, Kitson and Tory Burch. 3939 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, 310.456.7395 Map northwest of K7 MANHATTAN VILLAGE This mall by the shore features a Diane’s Beachwear as well as a Macy’s and Macy’s Men’s and Home. Concierges assist with taxies, strollers and even lottery tickets. 3200 Sepulveda Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.546.5555 Map L13 METLOX Pottery factory converted to upscale shopping destination; Trilogy Spa, the Beehive and Bloume Baby boutiques and restaurants including Petros Greek Cuisine. Between Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Valley and Morningside drives and Manhattan Beach Civic Center Map L13

310.393.6555 MalibuDiscovery.com

ONE COLORADO Outdoor plaza with boutiques such as Gold Bug, Kate Spade, Goorin Brothers, Oska, Mohawk General Store and deluxe movie theater iPic Theaters. Refuel after retail therapy at Italian restaurant Il Fornaio, AKA Bistro, Dots Cupcakes or Sushi Roku. 41 Hugus Alley, Old Pasadena, 626.564.1066 Map Q19

WHERE LOS ANGELES 111

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 111

7/18/14 11:21 AM

Shopping ONTARIO MILLS OUTLETS California’s largest outlet shopping destination. Among 200 stores are Ralph Lauren, Hugo Boss Factory Store, DKNY, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Last Call by Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom Rack. Thirty-screen cineplex. 1 Mills Circle, Ontario, 909.484.8300 Map east of B6 PASEO COLORADO Outdoor shopping promenade near Old Pasadena features Loft, Coach and an ArcLight Cinemas. Los Robles Avenue and Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, 626.795.8891 Map Q20

Turquoise bracelet circa 1930's, Zuni Tribe with silver bead necklace.

THE PIKE AT RAINBOW HARBOR Shopping and entertainment district links the Long Beach Convention Center to Rainbow Harbor’s waterfront and the Aquarium of the Pacific. Shops include Restoration Hardware Outlet and Piccolo Books. 95 S. Pine Ave., Long Beach, 562.432.8325 Map N16 SANTA MONICA PLACE Sleek outdoor mall at one end of Third Street Promenade, two blocks from Santa Monica State Beach. Anchored by Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s. More than 80 boutiques including 7 for All Mankind, CB2 and Barneys CO-OP. Rooftop dining deck with food court, restaurants and gourmet market. 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, 310.394.1049 Map L8 SOUTH COAST PLAZA High-end center boasts nearly 300 boutiques, 30 restaurants and several spas. Stores include Chanel, Gucci, Valentino, Chloé, Jimmy Choo, Christian Dior. Concierge at four locations. 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 800.782.8888 SUNSET PLAZA Upscale row of boutiques and sidewalk cafes is L.A.’s Euro hang. Calypso, Ole Henriksen spa and H. Lorenzo stores. 8600–8700 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.652.2622 Map H12

THIRD STREET PROMENADE Pedestrian-only shopping zone includes Zara, Cotton On, Converse, Anthropologie, kiosks and a wide array of very entertaining street performers. 3rd Street between Broadway and Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica Map L8

CMY

TWO RODEO Center with cobblestones in the heart of Beverly Hills features high-end boutiques including Versace, Jimmy Choo, Vilebrequin, Tiffany & Co., Stephen Webster and others, plus restaurants such as 208 Rodeo. At Rodeo Drive and Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, 310.247.7040 Map J11 WESTFIELD AT LAX Visitors flying in or out of LAX can shop and taste the best of the city at the new collection of retailers at the Tom Bradley International Terminal. Look for L.A. brands Kitson and Fred Segal, as well as Sanrio, Tumi, Bulgari and Bliss. Grab a bite or to-go from Petrossian Caviar & Champagne Bar, the Larder, Border Grill or 800 Degrees. 380 World Way, L.A., 310.646.1770 Map O10 WESTFIELD CENTURY CITY Open-air mall with more than 175 stores, including Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Tiffany & Co. Luxe AMC multiplex with Imax screen, beautifully designed food court atrium and terrace and fine dining including Seasons 52, Obika Mozzarella Bar and Toscanova. 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Century City, 310.277.3898 Map J11 WESTFIELD FASHION SQUARE Sephora, Zara and Bloomingdale’s make this the go-to destination for those at the eastern end of the San Fernando Valley’s Ventura Boulevard. 14006 Riverside Drive, Sherman Oaks, 818.783.0550 Map west of T18 WESTFIELD SANTA ANITA Nordstrom and Macy’s, stores including Sephora, Urban Home and H&M, entertainment venues including AMC Theatres and a Jump ’n Jammin Children’s Center. 400 S. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, 626.445.3116 Map R23

manhattan beach

1012 1/2 manhattan avenue 310.363.8830

santa monica

1605 montana avenue 310.496.1800

venice beach

1410

abbot kinney boulevard 310.363.8831

shop online margaretoleary.com /MargaretOLearyInc

@MargaretOLeary

112 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 112

7/18/14 12:06 PM

WB WMLA Full Page 0226.pdf

2/26/14

5:25:56 PM

CMY

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 113

7/16/14 10:41 AM

Spas

Sizes 12 & up

WESTFIELD TOPANGA Upscale retail center boasts Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and more. 6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd., 818.594.8740 Map west of A1 WESTSIDE PAVILION Center south of Westwood Village is anchored by Nordstrom and Macy’s. Landmark theater is the county’s most spectacular indie cineplex. 10800 W. Pico Blvd., West L.A., 310.474.6255 Map J11

Spas ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS Celebrity brow guru Anastasia Soare’s beauty haven offers facials plus brow shaping and other waxing services. West L.A. spa has full-service hair salon. 438 N. Bedford Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.273.3155; 11933 Wilshire Blvd., West L.A., 310.479.8300 Map J11, K9 BLISS SPA Hotel spa goes hip. Full-service spa also includes nail stations, expansive boutique with Bliss roducts. Sauna, steam showers. W Westwood, 930 Hilgard Ave., Westwood, 310.443.8228; W Hollywood, 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 877.862.5477 Map J10, H14 CIEL SPA Heavenly, all-white retreat at the SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills does face, body, nail and hair treatments. Access to fitness center and Altitude pool deck. Steam room, showers. 465 S. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.246.5560 Map I12 FACE PLACE Specialty studio offers a signature facial featuring an antiaging formulation whose penetration is aided by the application of galvanic current. 8701 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.855.1150; Face Place at Stark Waxing Studio, 12324 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818.505.3665 Map H12, U18

The only upscale boutique in greater Los Angeles for women size 12 and up. From comfortable to casual or dressy— classic to funky or fun: Abundance has it all!

YOUR PRIVATE RIDE

13604 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks

818.990.6128

AbundancePlusSizes.com

HOTEL BEL-AIR SPA BY LA PRAIRIE The skin-care products of the Swiss luxury brand La Prairie are spotlighted at the Hotel Bel-Air. Steam rooms, showers, relaxation room. 701 Stone Canyon Road, Bel-Air, 310.909.1681 Map I10 KATE SOMERVILLE SKIN HEALTH EXPERTS Hollywood’s favorite facials (try Somerville’s signature, the DermalQuench Therapy) are offered in a feminine salon on superexclusive Melrose Place. 8428 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, 323.655.7546 Map I12 OLE HENRIKSEN FACE/BODY SPA Full-service spa to the stars specializes in face and body care and also offers nail and makeup services. Co-ed steam room. Sunset Plaza, 8622 W. Sunset Blvd., L.A., 310.854.7700 Map H12 SPA AT THE BEVERLY WILSHIRE The spa’s aromatherapy crystal steam room is as delightful to look at as it is to experience. The Nail Bar offers CND Shellac manicures and pedicures. Showers available. 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.385.7023 Map J11 SPA MONTAGE The last word in luxury spas, with deluxe services including caviar facials and facilities that include a sauna, steam room, whirlpools, showers, and a coed mineral pool. Also onsite are Kim Vo Salon, Gornik & Drucker barber shop and fitness facilities. 225 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7800 Map J11 THIBIANT BEVERLY HILLS Skin-care doyenne Aida Thibiant founded this spa that has whipped famous faces into shape for nearly four decades. Treatments include the OxyFusion PurActive facial for blemishprone skin. Steam room, steam showers. 449 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.278.7565 Map I11 TIKKUN HOLISTIC SPA Tucked underground in Santa Monica is this traditional Korean spa with contemporary style. Three co-ed sweat rooms plus sauna, whirlpool, showers. 1460 4th St., Santa Monica, 310.319.1111 Map L8

Exhibition on View At the Autry in Griffith Park SPONSORED BY:

MEDIA SPONSORS:

WITH ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FROM:

JAMES R. PARKS SUSAN AND CARL W. ROBERTSON LORA A. AND ROBERT U. SANDRONI

1331 MONTANA AVENUE

310 255 0937

londonsole.com

4700 Western Heritage Way Los Angeles, CA 90027—1462 323.667.2000 . TheAutry.org Free Parking

114 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 114

7/16/14 10:41 AM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 115

7/16/14 10:41 AM

Nightlife Nightlife AVALON Newly renovated dance club and concert venue. 1735 Vine St., Hollywood, 323.462.8900 Map H14 BAR MARMONT Dreamy bar next door to historic Chateau Marmont. 8171 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.650.0575 Map H12 BARNEY’S BEANERY Route 66 roadhouse bar. 8447 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.654.2287; 1351 3rd St., Santa Monica, 310.656.5777; 250 N. 1st St., Burbank, 818.524.2912; 100 Fisherman’s Wharf Suite H Redondo Beach, 424.275.4820 Map H12, M8, A3, M13 BAR NINETEEN12 Superswanky spot at Beverly Hills Hotel. Delish menu, gourmet Jell-o shots. 9641 Sunset Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.273.1912 Map I11 BAR NOIR Intimate, Kelly Wearstler-designed lounge in boutique hotel. Maison 140, 140 S. Lasky Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.281.4000 Map J11 BAR 1200 Laid-back bar caters to music industry insiders. Sunset Marquis, 1200 N. Alta Loma Road, West Hollywood, 310.657.1333 Map H12

“The Oﬃcial Museum of Hollywood” CATALINA BAR & GRILL Top club for jazz and jazz fusion. 6725 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, 323.466.2210 Map H13 COPA D’ORO Design-your-own cocktails from a list of farmers-market ingredients. 217 Broadway, Santa Monica, 310.576.3030 Map L8 CULVER HOTEL LOBBY LOUNGE Charming, historic hotel bar in the heart of Culver City. 9400 Culver Blvd., Culver City, 310.558.9400 Map L11

THE ECHO Hip Echo Park dance club books local and indie bands. DJs, dancing; Echoplex is downstairs. 1822 Sunset Blvd., Echo Park, 213.413.8200; Echoplex, 1154 Glendale Blvd., Echo Park, 213.413.8200 Map G16 THE EDISON Posh renovated power plant. Get there early. Dress code. 108 W. 2nd St., downtown, 213.613.0000 Map H17 EL CARMEN Nearly 400 tequilas, Mexican wrestler décor. 8138 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.852.1552 Map I12 EL CID Flamenco, burlesque, live music, comedy, tapas and white sangria. 4212 Sunset Blvd., Silver Lake, 323.668.0318 Map southeast of W23

BASEMENT TAVERN Underground speakeasy in a Victorian abode; live music. The Victorian, 2640 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.392.4956 Map M8

ELEVEN Gay lounge in 1922 building. 8811 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.855.0800 Map H12

BIGFOOT LODGE Kitschy log-cabin-themed watering hole. 3172 Los Feliz Blvd., Atwater Village, 323.662.9227; Bigfoot West, 10939 Venice Blvd., Culver City, 310.287.2200 Map northeast of V23, M11 THE BUNGALOW Seaside cottage-style nightspot from nightlife visionary Brent Bolthouse. Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, 101 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.899.8530 Map L8

EL REY THEATRE Hot indie bands play art deco theater on Miracle Mile. 5515 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.936.6400 Map J13 THE EMERSON THEATRE Dance club featuring burlesque and live music. 7080 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.525.2453 Map H13 FATHERS OFFICE Casual bar with an impressive beer selection and food. Don’t miss the famed burger (no substitutions allowed). 1018 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, 310.393.2337; 3229 Helms Ave., Culver City, 310.736.2224. Map L8, L11

THE BRIG Former dive bar has new look. DJ Tu–Su. 1515 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.399.7537 Map N9

FORMOSA CAFÉ Old Hollywood haunt features red booths and moody atmosphere. 7156 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.850.9050 Map H13

BLIND BARBER Craft-cocktail-driven speakeasy hidden in the rear of a barbershop. 10797 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.841.6679 Map L11

GREYSTONE MANOR SUPPERCLUB Neo-Gothic dance club with entertainment from aerialists and other performers. 643 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.652.2012

THE BLIND DONKEY Impressive roster of premium whiskeys, whiskey cocktails and craft beers, with locations in in Old Pasadena and Long Beach. 53 E. Union St., Pasadena, 626.792.1833; 149 Linden Ave., Long Beach, 562.247.1511 Map Q19, N16

HARVARD & STONE Fine cocktails in a grittychic industrial space. 5221 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.466.6063 Map W22

BOOTSY BELLOWS Exclusive lounge with dinner theater and burlesque shows. 9229 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.274.7500 Map H12 BOW & TRUSS Spanish-style tavern with Mediterranean food and cocktails. 11122 Magnolia Blvd., North Hollywood, 818.985.8787 Map north of T19 CAÑA RUM BAR Premium rum bar with some 140 small-batch rums and cigar pairings. Annual $20 membership fee waived Fridays 6-8 pm. 714 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.745.7090 Map I16 CITY TAVERN Friendly gastropub with craft brews, California wines and cocktails. Booths at Culver City location are outfitted with computerized craft brew taps; patrons pour their own.Second location at FIGat7th shopping center, downtown. 9739 Culver Blvd., Culver City, 310.838.9739; 735 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.239.5654 Map L11, H16

IN THE HISTORIC MAX FACTOR BUILDING

DIME Teensy cocktail spot frequented by entertainment-industry insiders. 442 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.651.4421 Map H13

BAR STELLA Romantic indoor/outdoor cocktail lounge at the Sunset Junction. 3932 W. Sunset Blvd., Silver Lake, 323.666.0265 Map south of W23

BEER BELLY Tiny craft beer bar focusing on Southern California-brewed beers. 532 S. Western Ave., Koreatown, 213.387.2337 Map B2

-Hollywood’s Honorary Mayor, Johnny Grant

SEE 10,000 AUTHENTIC SHOWBIZ TREASURES SHOWCASING 100 YEARS OF HOLLYWOOD!

The most extensive collection of costumes, props, posters, and photographs in the world! “#1 Hollywood Tourist Attraction” –LA Weekly “One of LA’s Top 10 Museums” –LA Tourism and Convention Board

HARVELLE’S Burlesque and music in dark digs. 1432 4th St., Santa Monica, 310.395.1676; 201 E. Broadway, Long Beach, 562.239.3700 Map L8, N16 HEMINGWAY’S Sumptuous library-styled lounge. 6356 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.469.0040 Map H14 HIGH Boutique hotel’s rooftop bar with 360-degree views of Venice Beach. Hotel Erwin, 1697 Pacific Ave., Venice, 310.452.1111 Map N9 HONEYCUT Inventive cocktails at underground bar with an adjacent dance floor. 819 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.688.0888 Map I16 HOUSE OF BLUES Big-name bands in faux bayou setting. 8430 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.848.5100 Map H12

“Certificate of Excellence” –Trip Advisor

Open: Wed. - Sun. 10am-5pm Special August Exhibits “Summer Blockbusters: Heroes and Villainsˮ “And the Nominees Are….Emmys 2014ˮ 1660 North Highland Avenue at Hollywood Boulevard Hollywood, California 90028 323.464.7776 www.TheHollywoodMuseum.com

HYDE SBE lounge that spawned offshoots around the country. Reservation recommended; open during arena

116 WHERELA.COM Hollywood Museum_0814v2.indd 1

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 116

6/16/14 12:52 PM

7/16/14 10:41 AM

ZAGAT 2014

Nightlife concerts and games. Hyde at Staples Center, 1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 323.330.8018 Map I15 LA DESCARGA Cuban-inspired rum bar. Live band and dance performances. Reservation recommended; upscale dess code. 1159 N. Western Ave., Hollywood, 323.466.1324 Map east of H14

Fine French Cuisine with a Japanese Flair

LARGO AT THE CORONET Comedy and music. Reservation needed for shows. 366 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.855.0350 Map I12

Special Menu available Tues-Thurs, Sunday (except special event day) Your choice appetizer and main course or main course and dessert for only $36

713 East Green Street Pasadena 626 796 9501

AMERICA’S PREMIER INDOOR KARTING CENTER EL E

100

CTR

LAUGH FACTORY Famed comedy nightclub. 8001 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.656.1336; 151 S. Pine Ave., Long Beach, 562.495.2844 Map H12, N16 LIBRARY BAR Classy nook with book theme is afterwork go-to. 630 W. 6th St., downtown, 213.614.0053 Map H16 LITTLE BEAR Belgian-style eats and imported and domestic beers in the arts district 1855 Industrial St., downtown, 213.622.8100 Map east of J17  LOS ANGELES BREWING COMPANY Two-level bar with 100 taps of beer. 750 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.622.0500 Map I16 LUCKY STRIKE LANES High-tech bowling lounges. Hollywood & Highland, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.7776; L.A. Live, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 877.893.8259 Map H14, I15

ARRIVE & DRIVE

ADULTSAND

LUCY’S 51 Cocktail lounge and grill with live music nightly. 10149 Riverside Drive, Toluca Lake, 818.763.5200 Map T22

JUNIORS 48” AND UP

GREAT FAMILY FUN!

LAS PERLAS Festive tequila and mezcal bar with sophisticated cocktails. 107 E. 6th St., downtown, 213.988.8355 Map I16

MANDRAKE Hang for the gallery crowd in Culver City’s Art District. Changing exhibits, performances, readings. 2692 S. La Cienega Blvd., Culver City, 310.837.3297 Map K12

SPACIOUS LOBBIES

K1 SPEED TORRANCE K1SPEED.COM 19038 S Vermont Ave,. Gardena, CA 90248 - .(310) .532-2478 . . . . .

AZ - PHOENIX, CA - CARLSBAD IRVINE ANAHEIM TORRANCE ONTARIO SANTA CLARA SAN FRANCISCO SACRAMENTO SAN DIEGO, CO - DENVER FL - FT. LAUDERDALE . MIAMI, GA - ATLANTA, IL - BUFFALO GROVE . ADDISON, TX - AUSTIN . HOUSTON . SAN ANTONIO . DALLAS, WA - SEATTLE

get where, whereever you are. where los angeles is now available to view on your computer, tablet or mobile device.

visit wherela.com whenever, wherever.

MOHAWK BEND Stylish restaurant and bar in the shell of an art deco theater with more than 70 craft beers on tap. 2141 W. Sunset Blvd., Echo Park, 213.483.2337 Map south of W23 NEXT DOOR LOUNGE Classic cocktails and 1920s panache. 1154 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.465.5505 Map H15 THE OCEAN LOUNGE Overlooks beach cliffs. Oceana Santa Monica, 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.393.0486 Map L8 NO VACANCY Gin cocktails and live entertainment in a Victorian boutique hotel. 1727 N. Hudson Ave., Hollywood, 323.465.1902 Map H14 THE ORPHEUM THEATRE Historic venue offers altrock and special events. 842 S. Broadway, downtown, 877.677.4386 Map I16 THE OTHEROOM Microbrews and wines by the glass, New York City-style. 1201 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.396.6230 Map N9 PAGODA BAR Poolside lounge at palatial restaurant with panoramic views of Hollywood. Yamashiro Restaurant, 1999 Sycamore Ave., Hollywood, 323.466.5125 Map H13 PERCH Open-air roost in a historic building; indoor cabaret lounge Bar Thirteen is underneath. 448 S. Hill St., downtown, 213.802.1770 Map I16 THE PIKEY London meets Los Angeles at British gastropub and cocktail bar. 7617 W. Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.850.5400 Map H13

WHERE LOS ANGELES 117

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 117

7/16/14 10:41 AM

Beaches THE STANDARD DOWNTOWN Rooftop bar with panoramic city views, pool, vibrating red waterbeds. 550 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.892.8080 Map I16

DAN BLOCKER BEACH Sandy, narrow beach draws surfers and divers. Great spot for scuba enthusiasts. Limited free roadside parking. 26000 block of Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu Map northwest of K9

THE STANDARD HOLLYWOOD Lounge with swinging seats, glowing purple walls. 8300 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.650.9090 Map H12

DOCKWEILER STATE BEACH Near LAX. Wide expanse of beach: 3.7 miles of ocean frontage and 255 acres of beach. Bonfires permitted. Beach wheelchairs available. 12501 Vista del Mar, Playa del Rey Map C1

Michael Urie in Buyer & Cellar, at the Mark Taper Forum (see p. 96).

POUR VOUS Parisian-inspired champagne and cocktail salon. Upscale dress code. 5574 Melrose Ave., Hollywood, 323.871.8699 Map I14 THE ROGER ROOM Hidden speakeasy with creative cocktails. 370 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.854.1300 Map J12 THE ROXY THEATRE Historic rock ‘n’ roll venue on the strip. 9009 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.276.2222 Map H12 RUSH STREET Culver City’s full of wine bars, but this huge Chicago-style hangout has all the libations. 9546 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.837.9546 Map L11 SASSAFRAS Lounge styled as a (stylishly) decaying Savannah townhouse specializes in barrel-aged cocktails. 1233 N. Vine St., L.A., 323.467.2800 Map H14 THE SATELLITE Alt-music venue (formerly known as Spaceland) books under-the-radar indie bands. 1717 Silver Lake Blvd., Silver Lake, 323.661.4380 Map W23 THE SAYERS CLUB Exclusive lounge/restaurant with live music and bar in the back room and food and cocktails served in the newer front room. 1645 Wilcox Ave., Hollywood, 323.871.8233 Map H14 SEVEN GRAND Whiskey bar with tongue-in-cheek hunt-club décor. 515 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.614.0737 Map I16 SEVENTY7 Hidden, mixology-focused Culver City speak-easy; look for the alley entrance. 3843 Main St., Culver City, 310.559.7707. Map L11 SHOREBAR Swanky, Cape Cod-style drinking den. 112 W. Channel Road, Santa Monica, 310.429.1851 Map L7 SILVERLAKE LOUNGE Small, divey music venue that frequently offers free shows. 2906 Sunset Blvd., Silver Lake, 323.663.9636 Map south of W23 SKYBAR Chic open-air roost with a view at the Mondrian hotel. Reservations required. 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.848.6025 Map H12 SMITHHOUSE TAP & GRILL Sports bar boasts 120 beers; five booths are equipped with built-in taps. 10351 Santa Monica Blvd., Century City, 310.432.4360 Map J10 THE SPARE ROOM “Gaming parlor and cocktail lounge” with bowling lanes and fancy drinks. Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.769.7296 Map H13

£10 Pronounced “ten pound,” this whiskey bar in the Montage Beverly Hills specializes in single-malt whiskey from the Macallan. 225 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7800 Map J11 THE TERRACE Old Hollywood ambience poolside; cabanas. Sunset Tower Hotel, 8358 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.654.7100 Map H12 TOM BERGIN’S L.A.’s quintessential Irish bar serving beers on draft, cocktails and comfort food. Sunset Tower Hotel, 840 S. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.936.7151 Map J13 TOWER BAR Tony bar at Sunset Tower Hotel; pianist in tails plays at the baby grand. 8358 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.848.6677 Map H12

EL MATADOR STATE BEACH One of the prettiest beaches in L.A. County. Steep stairs lead to 18 acres of narrow, sandy beach with scenic rock formations. 32350 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9 EL PESCADOR STATE BEACH Stairs lead to 10 acres of narrow, sandy beach. 32900 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9 HERMOSA BEACH Two-mile stretch of beach along Santa Monica Bay extending toward the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Metered street parking. Hermosa Avenue and 33rd Street, Hermosa Map L13  LA PIEDRA STATE BEACH Stairs lead to nine acres of narrow, sandy beach. 32700 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9

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

LEO CARRILLO STATE BEACH 1.5 miles of beach for swimming, surfing, windsurfing, surf fishing and beachcombing. Tide pools, coastal caves and reefs for exploring. There are two sections of beach along a loop road of a campground. 36000 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9

THE VARNISH The mixing of Prohibition-era cocktails is an art form at this bar in the back of Cole’s diner. 118 E. 6th St., downtown, 213.622.9999 Map I17

MALIBU BEACH 167-acre beach includes Malibu Pier and Malibu Lagoon with museum. 23050 and 23200 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9

VILLAINS TAVERN Stylish haunt in the Arts District. Indoor bar for cocktails, outdoor bar for craft beers and flavor-paired shots. 1356 Palmetto St., downtown, 213.613.0766 Map east of I17

MALIBU SURFRIDER BEACH World-renowned surfing area. Swimming areas exist but are limited. 23050 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9

VIPER ROOM Tiny, nitty-gritty live-music venue. 8852 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.358.1881 Map H12

MANHATTAN BEACH Beach is bisected by a 900-foot pier. Classic sand volleyball beach nets extend to Hermosa Beach. Metered street and lot parking. Beach wheelchairs available. 400–4500 The Strand, Manhattan Beach Map L13

WHISKEY BLUE Rande Gerber goes Polynesian. W Hotel, 930 Hilgard Ave., Westwood, 310.443.8232 Map J10 WHISKY A GO GO Rock and Roll Hall of Famer still rocks. 8901 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.652.4202 Map H12 THE WRITERS ROOM The refurbished “back room” of Musso & Frank does mixology. 6685 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.491.4148 Map H16 WURSTKÜCHE Exotic sausage and beer hall is a popular, boisterous neighborhood hangout. Try the duckbacon-jalapeño frank. 800 E. 3rd St., downtown; 625 Lincoln Blvd., Venice. 213.687.4444 Map I17, M9 X BAR Indoor-outdoor playpen for CAA and ICM talent agents. Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Century City, 310.228.1234 Map J11

MARINA/MOTHER’S BEACH Non-ocean-facing beach best suited for children and windsurfers. Beach wheelchairs available. 4135 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey Map N9 NICHOLAS CANYON BEACH Less crowded than many Malibu beaches and has 23 acres of property. 33850 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9 PENINSULA BEACH Moderate width, sandy. Along Ocean Boulevard, 54th Place to 72nd Place, Long Beach Map O17 POINT DUME BEACH Beach is bordered by cliffs and is one of the most beautiful along the L.A. coastline. 7103 Westward Beach Road, Malibu Map northwest of K9

Beaches

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

BELMONT SHORE Wide and sandy; on-site dog beach. Along Ocean Boulevard, from 54th Place to Belmont Pier, Long Beach Map O17

SANTA MONICA STATE BEACH Wide, sandy expanses divided by Santa Monica Pier. 100–2900 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica Map M8

CABRILLO BEACH Inside the breakwater it’s a stillwater beach, and on the ocean it’s a surf beach. Public boat launching ramp on harbor side. Beach wheelchairs available. 40th Street and Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro Map O15

TOPANGA BEACH The first real beach in Malibu is rocky and narrow. A popular surfing spot, but too rocky for safe swimming. Beach wheelchairs available. 18700 Pacific Coast Hwy., Topanga Map northwest of K9

JOAN MARCUS

STARK BAR Alfresco bar at LACMA with handcrafted cocktails and great small plates. Don’t miss Friday night jazz. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 323.857.6180 Map J13

118 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 118

7/16/14 10:41 AM

Tours +Transport VENICE CITY BEACH Boardwalk with street performers and shops is one of SoCal’s biggest attractions. The north end is home to “Muscle Beach.” Beach wheelchairs available. 2700–3100 Ocean Front Walk, Venice Map N9 WHITE POINT BEACH/ROYAL PALMS Rugged, rocky shoreline is popular with divers, shell collectors and surf casters. Tide pools. 1799 Paseo del Mar, San Pedro Map O14 WILL ROGERS STATE BEACH Sandy three-mile beach is starting point for the Marvin Braude Bicycle Trail. Beach wheelchairs available. 17700 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacific Palisades Map K7 ZUMA BEACH The ultimate SoCal beach. Food stands at each end of its four-mile expanse along PCH. Beach wheelchairs available. 30050 block of Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu Map northwest of K7

Tours + Transport AMTRAK Train and bus service within the county, along the coast and to major California locations. Nationwide connections, multiple-day rail passes. Stations in Burbank, downtown (Union Station), Long Beach, Pasadena and Van Nuys. The Coast Starlight connects L.A. to Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Francisco, Portland and Seattle. 800.872.7245, amtrak.com ANOTHER SIDE OF LOS ANGELES TOURS Wide variety of tours, including city, private, Segway, coastal, celebrity homes and more. 1102 S. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.289.8687, anothersideoflosangelestours.com A-LIST TRANSPORTATION Full transportation company. Nationwide and worldwide chauffeured services. Also private custom city tours. 888.886.6644, alistlimo.com AMERICAN LIMOUSINE & SIGHTSEEING TOURS Transportation or customized tours of L.A. and Southern California in full range of limousines and luxury vehicles. 877.885.4667, americanlimos.org ART MUSE LOS ANGELES Illuminating art-museum tours. Call for rates. Museum admission included. 773.350.9094, artmusela.com BEVERLY HILLS TROLLEY TOUR Forty-minute tour of landmarks, attractions; departs from Rodeo Drive and Dayton Way. Sa-Su 11 am–4 pm. $5–$10. 310.285.2442 Map J11 BIG BLUE BUS Santa Monica city bus line covers the Westside. Well-kept environmentally friendly buses burn cleaner gas. 50¢–$2. 310.451.5444, bigbluebus.com

DODGERS:

BIKES AND HIKES L.A. Biking and/or hiking tours in customizable or preset itineraries. Tours include LA in a Day Bike Tour, Movie Star Homes and Tour Hollywood Hills Day/Sunset Hike. Hybrid, road and mountain bike rentals. 8743 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.796.8555, bikeshikes.com Map I12 BLACK & WHITE CAR RENTAL Specializes in hybrid, luxury, exotic cars; chauffeur services. 8800 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.274.1144, bwrentacar.com BUDGET CAR RENTAL Cars for rent—including luxury makes such as BMW and Mercedes—at competitive prices. 9815 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.274.9174; see website for other locations, budget.com CITYPASS Southern California CityPass offers discounted admission to Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure (including one Magic Morning admission), Universal Studios Hollywood (including the behind-the-scenes Studio Tour, all rides

WHERE LOS ANGELES 119

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 119

7/18/14 12:08 PM

Tours +Transport

The Fun Starts Here!

and attractions) and Seaworld San Diego. $331; ages 3–9 $289; under 3 free. Purchase pass at attractions. 888.330.5008, citypass.com DOWNTOWN ART WALK Pedestrians fill the streets of downtown Los Angeles around Spring and Main streets between 2nd and 9th streets for this self-guided gallery tour. Second Thursday of every month, noon–10 pm; lounge open from 6–10 pm. Free. 213.617.4929 ext. 206, downtownartwalk.org Map I16

! UR OU O E STARS HOMES T VIIE OV MO

EAGLE RIDER Motorcycle rentals from top brands such as Harley-Davidson, Honda, BMW, Triumph, Indians; tours offered. 4110 Lincoln Blvd., Marina del Rey, 310.302.1239;11860 S. La Cienega Blvd., Hawthorne, 310.536.6777, eaglerider.com Map 09, C2 ELITE ADVENTURE TOURS Unique, upscale tours, including helicopter and wine tours, with first class service. Includes pick-up and drop off at hotel or airport. Reservations required. 888.328.6871, eliteadventuretours.com ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR Car rental service. 1944 S. Figueroa St., downtown; 1234 S. La Brea Ave., L.A.; 8367 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood; 265 N. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills. See website for additional locations. 800.261.7331, enterprise.com Map J15, J13, H12, J12

Over 70 stops

ur The #1 Celebrity To

F LA OF RO UR OU TY TO GRAND CIITY

EXECUCAR Premier luxury sedan and SUV service to and from LAX and Burbank Bob Hope airports. Point-topoint and hourly charter services are also available. 800.410.4444, execucar.com GLITTERATI TOURS Private tours at locations across the county and beyond include Coastal Access (beach communities), Underbelly L.A. (local scandals and infamous crime scenes) and Just the Hills (celebrity homes). Reservation required. 310.720.3809, glitteratitours.com HORNBLOWER CRUISES Dinner-dance and Champagne brunch cruises. Fisherman’s Village, 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, 888.467.6256 Map O9 L.A. ART GALLERY TOURS Tours of local art-gallery destinations. Choose a geographical area of focus from Culver City/Mid-Wilshire, Chinatown/downtown or Santa Monica/Venice. Tu–Sa 10 am–6 pm. $40–$50 per person, minimum $200. 310.650.9384, laartgallerytours.com L.A. CITY CAB Cab service for destinations throughout Los Angeles, West Hollywood and the San Fernando Valley. 888.248.9222, lacitycab.com LONG BEACH TRANSIT Regular bus service in Long Beach, Lakewood and Signal Hill. AquaLink water taxi ferries passengers to destinations from Long Beach to Alamitos Bay Landing. 562.591.2301, lbtransit.com LOS ANGELES CONSERVANCY Walking tours with a focus on architecture. More than a dozen fascinating tours focus variously on Broadway’s Historic Theatre District, Union Station and more. Call for specialty tours. 213.623.2489, laconservancy.org LOS ANGELES HELICOPTERS Helicopter “flightseeing tours” of the coast, Bel Air, Hollywood, downtown and more; excursions to Temecula Wine Country, Catalina Island. Heliports in Long Beach, San Pedro, Hawthorne. 562.377.0396, lahelicopters.com MALIBU DISCOVERY Themed tours in and around Malibu include the six-hour Malibu Wine Trail Tour with wine tastings, Sunrise Hiking Tour, Malibu Movie & Celebrity Tour, Twilight Wine and Dine Tour and Deluxe Sightseeing Tour. 310.393.6555, malibudiscovery.com MALIBU RIDERS Horseback rides in Malibu. Zuma Canyon has ocean views; Paramount Ranch visits an old film set. 818.510.2245, maliburiders.com Map west of K7

120 WHERELA.COM

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 120

MULTILINGUAL COMMENTARY

Español Español Français

EspañolFrançais

Deutsch

Secrets & Celebrity Ho tspots

Français ed City Tour The Best EscortDeutsch Japanese

Deutsch

GRAND CITY TOUR OF L.A. AVAILABLE IN: OTHER TOURS INCLUDE:

Español

Italiano

Portuguese

Japanese Korean

Japanese

Korean Korean

English

Français

Deutsch

Mandarin

1-hour Hollywood Fun Tours, Beach Tours, Night Tours, Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood, Six Flags, Warner Bros VIP Tour, San Diego and Tijuana

starlinetours.com

citysightseeingla.com

/starlinetours

Tel: 1-800-959-3131 or 1-323-463-3333 Main Starline Terminal is at TCL Chinese Theatre, 6925 Hollywood Blvd. Santa Monica Office is on Santa Monica Pier Anaheim Terminal is at 3M Live, 2232 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim 92802

OFF

PER PERSON FOR ANY TOUR TICKETS*

SPECIAL WHERE OFFER *VALID FOR ANY STARLINE TOUR EXCLUDING “SPECIALS”. HOTEL PICK-UPS AVAILABLE. NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER DISCOUNT. NOT VALID FOR ONLINE RESERVATIONS OR PRIOR BOOKINGS. VALID ONLY FOR CUSTOMERS WHO PURCHASE TICKETS DIRECTLY AT STARLINE KIOSK AT CHINESE THEATRE OR CONTACT STARLINE DIRECTLY AT 1-323-463-3333 OR 1-800-959-3131. VALID THROUGH 11/30/14.

7/18/14 12:17 PM

Tours +Transport MELTING POT FOOD TOURS Tasting tours of foodie destinations such as Farmers Market or a selection of restaurants. Private tours available. Reservation required. $28–$125. 424.247.9666; tickets, 800.979.3370, meltingpottours.com METRO City bus, light rail and subway. Rail lines connect downtown, Hollywood, Pasadena, Long Beach. Underground Red Line from Union Station through Hollywood to San Fernando Valley; Gold Line from Union Station to Pasadena and East L.A.; Blue Line from downtown to Long Beach; Green Line from Norwalk to Redondo Beach; Expo Line from Culver City to downtown. 323.466.3876, metro.net METROLINK Regional train system connects Los Angeles County with Ventura, Orange and San Diego counties. Six of seven Metrolink rail lines (including the Orange County lines, San Bernardino lines and Ventura County lines) begin at Union Station in downtown Los Angeles. 800.371.5465, metrolinktrains.com MIDWAY CAR RENTAL Luxury car rentals: Bentley, Ferrari, Lamborghini. Locations in downtown; Mid-Wilshire district; Beverly Hilton; West L.A.; North Hollywood; Santa Monica; Burbank Airport; LAX. 866.717.6802, midwaycarrental.com OLYMPIC RENT-A-CAR Luxury sedans and exotics outfitted with Sirius and XM satellite radio service. Cars on offer include those by BMW, Lexus, Audi, Bentley and Porsche. 9230 W. Olympic Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.285.9800 Map K12 RED LINE TOURS Walking tours offer insider look at landmarks new and old in Hollywood. Add TCL Chinese Theatre VIP Tour to see inside the fully restored theater. $15–$34.95. TCL Chinese Theatre, 6708 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 877.809.3320, redlinetours.com Map H13 STARLINE TOURS Hollywood’s largest celebrity tour company offers a full range of tours including Movie Stars Homes, Hop-on Hop-off, city & beaches, theme parks, San Diego & Tijuana. Prices vary. Tours begin at TCL Chinese Theatre, 6925 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 800.959.3131 Map H13 STAR TRACK TOURS Video star tours in open-top vehicles. Day, night and beach tours. Boardings at 6838 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 310.905.7145 Map H13 SUPERSHUTTLE Shared-ride shuttle service to and from airport. Group rates, charters, and frequent-flier points and miles with select airlines. 800.258.3826, supershuttle.com TAKE MY MOTHER PLEASE EnthusiasticArkansas native offers customized guided tours of “gloriously unusual” sights for individuals or groups. 323.737.2200, takemymotherplease.com

Desi’s COIN LAUNDRY CONVENIENT & LOW COST LAUNDRY SERVICE – MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN L.A. PROFESSIONAL WASH & FOLD AT $1/LB./SELF SERVICE LAUNDRY OPEN 7 DAYS - 6 A.M. TO MIDNIGHT FREE WIFI

RANKED #1 LAUNDRY IN L.A. BY 2377 WEST PICO BLVD. @ WESTMORELAND AVE. (213) 529-4331 WWW.DESISCOINLAUNDRY.COM

TMZ HOLLYWOOD TOUR Bus tour with state-of-theart audio/video system explores celebrity haunts and sites of famous scandals. TMZ guides are at the ready to interview celebrities and send footage back to the newsroom. $49–$59. Starline Tours, 6925 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 855.486.9868 Map H13 TOURIFIC ESCAPES Husband-and-wife team offer sightseeing and food tours such as Hollywood Sites and Bites & Chocolate Indulgence. Prices vary. 424.248.8687, tourificescapes.com

where?

Log on anywhere. WhereLA.com WHERE LOS ANGELES 121

096-121_EntList_WLA.indd 121

7/16/14 10:41 AM

GO METRO Despite what you may have heard, you can get to many Los Angeles attractions without a car. Metro is the nation’s second-largest public transportation agency, operating 2,200 buses and six rail lines, including a subway that can take you from downtown to Hollywood in about 15 minutes. Whether you’re interested in seeing stars along the legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame, catching rays at Santa Monica Beach or touring any number of L.A. landmarks, Metro can take you there.

Where to Start

Use the Trip Planner at metro.net or call 323.GO.METRO for customized travel itineraries. Note that some popular attractions served by Metro Rail are listed to the right.

Fares

Metro’s base fare is $1.50. Pay each time you board a Metro bus (drivers don’t carry change, so you’ll need exact fare) or at a self-service ticket vending machine when entering Metro Rail stations. For complete information, check metro.net. Two children under the age of 5 may travel free with each fare-paying adult. Eating and drinking is not permitted on any Metro bus or train. Note: Metro has installed turnstiles at many Metro Rail stations; others simply operate on the honor system. However, fare inspectors randomly check passengers for valid tickets or passes. You may never be checked, but if you are and you don’t have proof of valid fare, the inspector may issue a citation and you may be fined.

Hours

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

Metro Rail Destinations

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

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

METRO BLUE LINE

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

METRO GOLD LINE

Little Tokyo/Arts District • Japanese American National Museum Memorial Park • Norton Simon Museum Lake Avenue • Pasadena Playhouse

METRO EXPO LINE

Expo Park/USC Station • California Science Center SEE THE METRO ROUTE MAP ON PAGE 127.

122-127_Maps_WLA.indd 122 MTA_0714v1.indd 1

7/16/14 AM 6/13/14 10:18 1:52 PM

Maps

los angeles

210

405 170

210 5

101

134

101

134

405

210

134

101

5 110

To Topanga Canyon

2 10

101

110 10

210

605

710

60 10

405

5 60

110

605 57

5 1 105 105 710

5 91

405

605

57 1

1 110

405

710

1 101

405

where

101

Knott’s Berry Farm

Angel Stadium of Anaheim Staples Center/L.A. Live/ Convention Center

where Los Angeles

WHERE LOS ANGELES 123

1:52 PM

122-127_Maps_WLA.indd 123

7/16/14 10:18 AM

Maps the westsıde 405

where Getty Center

where Los Angeles Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau Paley Center for Media

405

Annenberg Space for Photography

The Getty Villa

10 405 Third Street Promenade

Venice Canals

405 1

124 WHERELA.COM

122-127_Maps_WLA.indd 124

7/16/14 10:18 AM

the south bay + downtown

Maps

110

Hollywood & Highland Dolby Theatre

San Antonio Winery

101

Madame Tussauds

101 Cahuenga Corridor Clubs

Chinese Theatre

where 110 FIGat7th

L.A. Live & Nokia Theatre

La Brea District

STAPLES Center Fashion

10 110

10 10

where Los Angeles

110

405 1

710 91

110

405

where

405 710 1 Museum of Latin American Art

47 110 1

where Los Angeles

WHERE LOS ANGELES 125

122-127_Maps_WLA.indd 125

7/18/14 12:18 PM

Maps pasadena + cahuenga pass 210

where Los Angeles

210

134 Los Angeles County Arboretum

BELLEFONTAINE

where 110

110

where Los Angeles

170 5 134

101

134 LVD DB AN BR

134

101

Ford Amphitheatre

where

Hollywood & Highland Madame Tussauds Dolby Theatre

TCL Chinese Theatre

101

126 WHERELA.COM

122-127_Maps_WLA.indd 126

7/16/14 10:18 AM

14-0369

14-0369ml ÂŠ2013 LACMTA

14-0369_ad_performances_map_mech2.indd 1 122-127_Maps_WLA.indd 127

9/18/13 11:02 AM 7/16/14 10:18 AM

WHERE 30 THINGS WE LOVE / los

angeles

Sweet treats from Sugarfina at the Americana at Brand in Glendale. 855.784.2734

The Yellow Jacket cocktail at Harlowe in West Hollywood. 323.876.5839

The post-massage Dream Room at the new Chuan Spa at The Langham Huntington, Pasadena. 626.568.3900

Grooving at Dance Downtown, in the Music Center’s plaza. musiccenter.org

Bonobos’ made-in-L.A. travel jeans, at the new Guideshop on South La Brea Avenue. p. 14

Pint-size burgers on the new kids’ menu at Plan Check. plancheck.com

Gabriela Artigas Infinite Tusk earrings, available at OK on West 3rd Street. 323.653.3501

The mimosa cart at The Church Key’s weekend brunch in West Hollywood. 424.249.3700

Chef Bruce Kalman’s divine grilled apricots with ricotta at Union in Pasadena. 626.795.5841

The Japanese American National Museum’s tours of Little Tokyo. 213.625.0414

Bourbon-caramel-topped ice cream at Playa Provisions in Playa del Rey. 310.683.5019 The mix of old-school and gourmet vendors at Grand Central Market, downtown. 213.624.2378 Bob’s Coffee & Doughnuts at the historic Farmers Market. 323.933.8929

where in the world

Luxe handbags at the first L.A. Carlo Pazolini boutique, in the Beverly Center. 310.735.9926 Los Angeles County Store’s locally made gifts. 323.928.2781 Sipping a turmeric latte on the patio at Venice’s Cafe Gratitude. 424.231.8000 Seeing tide pools at Abalone Cove Shoreline Park in Rancho Palos Verdes. 310.377.1222

Where is an international network of magazines first published in 1936 and distributed in 4,000 leading hotels in more than 50 places around the world. Look for us when you visit any of the following cities, or plan ahead for your next trip by visiting us online at wheretraveler.com UNITED STATES Alaska, Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Charleston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Georgia, Indianapolis, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Maui, Minneapolis/St. Paul,

The Alacran margarita at Rick Bayless’ Red O in West Hollywood. 323.655.5009 The iconic Ferris wheel at Pacific Park, on the Santa Monica Pier. 310.260.8744 Geranium Leaf Body Balm at Aesop on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice. 424.272.9882 The views from The London West Hollywood’s Brit Bar Lounge at Rooftop West by Jaguar. 310.854.1111 Fresh summer cut and color at Spoke & Weal on West 3rd Street. 323.591.0979 Chef Penny Davidi’s crab and shrimp salad-filled papaya at Pump in West Hollywood. 310.657.7867

Gallery-hopping in the Culver City Art District. ccgalleryguide.com Catching a new release on the Imax screen at TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. p. 102 Cinespia outdoor cemetery movie screenings. cinespia.org Flawless manicures and pedicures at Caudalíe in Venice. 310.450.3560 Pumpkin toast with miso jam and goat cheese at Hinoki & The Bird in Century City. p. 74 Avant-garde looks from Acne Studios downtown. 213.243.0960 Photos of a young, clean-cut Willie Nelson at the Annenberg Space for Photography. p. 106

New Orleans, New York, Northern Virginia, Oahu, Orange County (CA), Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix/Scottsdale, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, South Florida, St. Louis, Washington, D.C. ASIA Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore AUSTRALIA Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne CANADA Calgary, Canadian Rockies, Edmonton, Halifax, Muskoka/ Parry Sound, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria, Whistler, Winnipeg EUROPE Budapest, London, Milan, Moscow, Paris, Rome, St. Petersburg

8. WILLIAM BRADFORD; 18. SONDRA STOCKER; 22. EDWARD DUARTE; 29. COURTESY ACNE STUDIOS

128 WHERELA.COM

128_30 Things_WLA.indd 128

7/18/14 12:20 PM

ENDLESS ENDLESS SUMMER. SUMMER. ENDLESS ENDLESS FUN. FUN.

Check Checkout outthe theSummer SummerScene. Scene. YOUR FAVORITE SHOPPING DESTINATION IS IS YOUR FAVORITE SHOPPING DESTINATION HOSTING THIS SEASON’S HOTTEST EVENTS, HOSTING THIS SEASON’S HOTTEST EVENTS, LIKE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, FAMILY FUN LIKE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, FAMILY FUN ACTIVITIES, SPECIAL PROGRAMMING AND ACTIVITIES, SPECIAL PROGRAMMING AND MORE! VISIT SANTAMONICAPLACE.COM TOTO MORE! VISIT SANTAMONICAPLACE.COM SEE ALL OFOF THE DETAILS. SEE ALL THE DETAILS.

BROADWAY &3 STREET PROMENADE BROADWAY &RD3RD STREET PROMENADE SANTA MONICA • 310.260.8333 SANTA MONICA • 310.260.8333

Where_Cover_Splits.indd 3

7/16/14 10:37 AM 7/21/14 5:49 PM AM 7/16/14 10:37

LIFE IS A SMILE H A P P Y S P O R T A U T O M AT I C

23491 Chopard-Westime_155ERI.indd 1 Where_Cover_Splits.indd 4 WLA_C4-C1.indd 1

6/24/14 7/21/14 8:42 5:49 AM PM