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THE BEAUTY ISSUE

departments

the guide

6 Editor’s Note

60 DINING Restaurants by cuisine and neighborhood

A look to remember.

8 Hot Dates

73 ENTERTAINMENT Special events, performing arts and sports

The Getty Center re-creates China’s Mogao caves; culinary, cultural and floral festivals put spring in our step; and memorable comedic and magical performances delight.

76 ATTRACTIONS + MUSEUMS Theme parks, activities, studio tapings, exhibitions and more 83 SHOPPING The county’s major retail destinations

96 30 Things We Love L.A.-made fashions and craft fairs making our May merry.

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10 Dining The most important—or at least the most fun—meal of the day, brunch beckons at restaurants from Brentwood to downtown.

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84 SPAS Havens for pampering and beauty

86 NIGHTLIFE Buzzy bars and cool clubs

88 BEACHES Sandy stops along L.A.’s coastline 89 TOURS + TRANSPORT Getting out, getting around and getting to know Los Angeles

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14 Culture Two new outposts of renowned international galleries—Miracle Mile’s Sprüth Magers and downtown’s Hauser Wirth & Schimmel—have L.A.’s art world abuzz.

CITY TOURS

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features 16 The L.A. Beauty Guide

ON THE COVER Getting the California glow. See details on p. 17. Photo: Courtesy Exhale CONNECT WITH US ONLINE

We’ve rounded up the must-visit spas, salons and shops where you can score that coveted California glow. BY SUZANNE ENNIS

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Have more flattering words ever been spoken than “You look like you’ve been on vacation”? The compliment implies that you look refreshed, relaxed, sun-kissed and glowing, as though you’ve been frolicking on Southern California beaches or at some other idyllic locale. We’ve loved hearing those words since

With some tasteful bronzer here and honey-blond highlights there, you can still bring home the California glow as your ultimate souvenir.

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we whiled away our summers sunbathing and pumping our hair full of Sun-In, cultivating tan lines and blond streaks to flaunt on the first day of school. The irony is that, in reality, travel can be murder on your appearance. Jet lag, cocktails, marathon sightseeing, dehydrating airplane air—considering all of the bodily assaults you incur on a trip (even though most occur while you’re having fun), it’s a wonder that “you look like you’ve been on vacation” isn’t a grave insult. Fortunately, Los Angeles is full of resources to help you mitigate the damage. For our annual beauty issue, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite spas, salons and beauty shops to help you not only enjoy a little primping and pampering in the hands of some of the most talented and well-known professionals in the beauty biz, but also return from your trip to L.A. stocked up with ultraluxurious beauty products, looking and feeling better than you did when you arrived. (As an aside, come Mother’s Day on May 8, let’s not forget that nothing says “I love you” like a gift of a spa day, far away from children.) These days, we know better than to sunbathe (the skin damage!) or use Sun-In (the brassiness!), but with some tasteful bronzer here and honey-blond highlights there, you can still bring home the California glow as your ultimate souvenir. The other kids are going to be so jealous. —SUZANNE ENNIS

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MAY 3 LAUGH OUT LOUD Spend an evening with author/humorist David Sedaris at UCLA’s Royce Hall. p. 74 MAY 13-17 HELLO, CELLO The Piatigorsky International Cello Festival finds world-renowned artists such as Yo-Yo Ma performing at Walt Disney Concert Hall. p. 74

HOT DATES

OPENING MAY 14 BOHO SHOW L.A. Opera ends its main-stage season with Parisian love story La Bohème at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. p. 74

OPENING MAY 7 CULTURAL CAVES Discard any mental images of caves as dark and dank. China’s Mogao caves, the subjects of the Getty Center’s new Cave Temples of Dunhuang: Buddhist Art on China’s Silk Road, are cultural treasure troves. Hand-carved some 1700 years ago, the caves housed the world’s largest collection of Buddhist art and 50,000 ancient documents. In addition to displaying paintings like the example pictured above, the Getty has built immersive, full-scale replicas of three of Mogao’s most exquisite cave temples. p. 80

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

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4 ROSE FESTIVAL > MAY 14-15 Explore a magnificent rose garden (pictured left) and see “human vase” living art at Descanso Gardens’ celebration of America’s favorite flower. p. 76

1 TASTE OF THE EASTSIDE > MAY 1 Sample offerings from trendy Silver Lake, Los Feliz and Highland Park eateries—including My Vegan Gold, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams and Kitchen Mouse—at the Los Angeles River Center & Gardens in Cypress Park. p. 73

CICLAVIA > MAY 15 The latest installment of the city’s beloved car-free event turns the streets of six southeastern L.A. cities into a temporary park, perfect for walking, biking or skating. p. 73

2 ROOFTOP FILM CLUB > MAY 1-31 The roof of Hollywood’s Montalbán Theatre transforms into an outdoor movie theater with screenings of flicks like Casablanca. p. 73

6 VENICE ART WALK & AUCTIONS > MAY 22 Expect an extravaganza of art and entertainment at this yearly charity event, hosted at Google’s Los Angeles headquarters. p. 73

3 DODGERS VS. METS > MAY 9-12 The boys in blue face their right-coast rivals again after the Mets narrowly defeated them last year in the National League Division Series. p. 74

7 FIESTA HERMOSA > MAY 28-30 Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with arts and crafts, live music, a beer garden and a kiddie carnival at this oceanside fair at the Hermosa Beach pier. p. 73

OPENING MAY 14 NATURAL WONDERS The Huntington marks the U.S. National Park Service’s centennial with its first Geographies of Wonder show, featuring some 100 treasures (such as the book pictured below). p. 81 THROUGH MAY 29 MAGIC MOMENT World Champion of Card Magic Helder Guimarães amazes in his intimate, acclaimed show Borrowed Time, in a secret location. p. 74 ALL MONTH FASHION PLATE Explore the history of fashionable menswear at LACMA’s Reigning Men exhibition. p. 81

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Wakey, Wakey Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, commencements, bridal showers, Memorial Day, National Dance Like a Chicken Day (seriously, it’s a thing). ... May brings myriad excuses to greet the day with a raised drink and a plateful of eggs, bacon and carbs. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or just catching up with friends, Los Angeles serves up a brunch to fit the occasion. —Suzanne Ennis

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Head to this casual sibling of chef Michael Cimarusti’s Providence to slurp bloody-mary oysters and tuck into Nor’easter breakfast sandwiches with Nueske’s bacon, egg, clam strips, Hook’s cheddar and tartar sauce on a housemade English muffin. Say yes to the Rhode Island Coffee Milk with cacao-infused rum: Heck, it’s nearly cocktail hour in New England. L (W-Su), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8171 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.848.2722, connieandteds.com BALTAIRE

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Helmed by executive chef Travis Strickland, this swanky Brentwood steakhouse circles the globe with chilaquiles verde; Greek salad served tableside; shakshuka baked eggs; and powdered beignets, pictured top right. Savor brunch on the elegant, sunfilled terrace, preferably with a mimosa or lavender gin fizz in hand. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 11647 San Vicente Blvd., L.A., 424.273.1660, baltaire.com LOCAL KITCHEN + WINE BAR

A cozy new neighborhood favorite, Local is the go-to place for fresh-from-the-field brunch dishes such as bacon-and-egg pizza baked in a wood-fired

oven, and ricotta-and-heirloomsquash pancakes with roasted pears, maple syrup and salted butter. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 1736 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.396.9007, localkitchenandwinebar.com TROIS FAMILIA

The third concept from chefs Ludo Lefebvre, Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo, this hip spot sports communal picnic tables and strip-mall ambiance but serves skillfully prepared CaliFrench-Mex dishes like hashbrown chilaquiles and Anson Mills grits with mole butter, crème frâiche, scallions and pepitas. There’s no booze, but there is delicious horchata and Stumptown nitro cold brew. B, L (daily). 3510 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.725.7800, troisfamilia.com MALIBU FARM PIER CAFE

Perched over the water at the end of the Malibu Pier, this Swedish-farmhouse-style,

counter-service-only café offers rustic, fresh, delectable fare such as farm scrambled eggs with seasonal vegetables, and Swedish mini-pancakes with whipped cream and berries. The line-averse can opt for the full-service counterpart at the beginning of the pier. B, L (daily); D (F-Su). 23000 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.456.1112, malibu-farm.com VIVIANE

The marvelous midcentury Avalon Hotel, once home to Marilyn Monroe, is now home to Viviane, a chic restaurant where weekend brunch means Cali-Euro cuisine like egg-white frittatas with kale, and brioche French toast with dark-chocolate ganache. Just launched: Summer Sundays, when brunchgoers who spend $40plus can enjoy the hourglass-

shaped pool, pictured bottom left, and nosh on fun poolside snacks. B, L (M-F); D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 9400 W. Olympic Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.407.7791, vivianerestaurant.com LOVE & SALT

Offering fun cocktails (three of them bottomless, not including the Morning After Bloody Mary, pictured opposite), homemade English muffins and Italian doughnuts, thick-cut mapleglazed bacon, wood-ovenbaked eggs and much, much more, this convivial spot satisfies all of your salty, sweet and spirit cravings. Walk it off on the oceanfront Strand, just three blocks away. D (nightly), Br (SaSu). 317 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.5252, loveandsaltla.com GRAND CENTRAL MARKET

Buzzy L.A. chefs operate stalls alongside longtime purveyors in downtown’s historic market. Every morning, eager foodies line up at Eggslut for the vendor’s sandwiches and namesake dish, pictured center (coddled egg on top of a smooth potato puree, poached in a glass jar). Wexler’s Deli, a new-traditional Jewish deli from noted chef Micah Wexler, serves up oldschool pastrami and smoked salmon. G&B Coffee and Valerie at GCM round out the great morning stops. B, L (daily); D (Th-Sa). 317 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.624.2378, grandcentralmarket.com

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Scents of Balance Inspired by feng shui energies, French maison de parfum The Harmonist wants you to achieve “personal harmony through scent,” says Virginie Amourelle, COO of the brand, which recently opened a stunning boutique (its second, after one in Paris) on Melrose Place. Here’s how it works: Enter your birth location, date and time into a program that calculates your “personal element.” Then select from 10 exquisite unisex fragrances (available as perfume elixirs or candles), developed by esteemed perfumer Guillaume Flavigny to evoke the yin and the yang facets of the universe’s five fundamental energies. Depending on your personal element, each scent will enhance a different aspect of your life to create balance, or harmony, within. Take it from this “yin wood” who selected Hypnotizing Fire to bolster her creativity: Whether you’re a feng shui practitioner or simply a fragrance lover, you will find beauty in this luxurious new collection. 8483 Melrose Place, L.A., 323.653.5452, theharmonist.com

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ROUGH LUXE The perfectly imperfect finejewelry line by Polly Wales channels the irreverent creative spirit of California. So, when the British jeweler’s growing U.S. fan base (and the allure of the SoCal lifestyle) led her to move her studio to L.A. this year, it felt like destiny fulfilled. Now settled in downtown’s Jewelry District, Wales and her team

cast rainbows and constellations of sapphires, rubies and ethically sourced diamonds into white, yellow and rose gold. The one-of-a-kind pieces are beloved by brides but make heirloom-quality gifts for any occasion, including Mother’s Day (hint, hint). Find the line at pollywales.com and at the following local boutiques:

OK 8303 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.653.3501 and 1716 Silverlake Blvd., L.A., 323.666.1868 NEW STONE AGE 8407 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.658.5969 CHARIOTS ON FIRE 1342 ½ Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.450.3088 LOVE ADORNED 2923 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.450.2227

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After selling Kiehl’s Since 1851 (the family biz), Malibu-based Jami Morse Heidegger and husband Klaus took a sky’s-thelimit approach to creating a new unisex skin-care line, Retrouvé, priced from $75$520. Find it at retrouve.com and Ron Robinson (1327 5th St., Santa Monica, 310.458.1160, ronrobinson.com).

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There’s a new place to view cutting-edge art on Miracle Mile’s Museum Row: European gallery Sprüth Magers, pictured below, just across the street from LACMA. The German-based gallery—it has outposts in Berlin and London, with a Hong Kong gallery due to open this month—was formed by Monika Sprüth and Philomene Magers, who merged their respective galleries into a single entity in 1998. Known for their feminism and fierce devotion to their artists, the two have an impressive roster of up-and-coming, midcareer and senior artists— including many based on the West Coast, which contributed to the women’s choosing L.A. as the gallery’s first stateside home. A show by L.A.based artist John Baldessari marked the gallery’s opening, and his scrawls of “I will not make any more boring art” on Sprüth Magers’ windows set the space’s tone. Stop by this month to see a new exhibition by contemporary artist George Condo.

Also adding to L.A.’s list of notable galleries is Swiss entry Hauser Wirth & Schimmel, which opened in downtown’s Arts District a couple weeks after Sprüth Magers’ bow. The gallery marks Hauser & Wirth’s sixth location, and what a location it is: Set in the restored Globe Mills complex—a former flour mill—the site takes up an entire block. A sculpturefilled courtyard, L.A.’s first ARTBOOK store, a special Book & Printed Matter Lab, a public garden, a forthcoming restaurant and more complement the gallery space. Hauser Wirth & Schimmel—that’s Ursula Hauser; Iwan and Manuela Wirth; and partner Paul Schimmel, former chief curator of MOCA—is known for museum-caliber exhibitions of contemporary and modern art and represents more than 60 emerging and established artists, including notable Angelenos Paul McCarthy, Mark Bradford and Diana Thater. The gallery kicked off its programming with Revolution in the Making: Abstract Sculpture by Women, 1947-2016, which features visually commanding works like Ruth Asawa’s hanging sculptures, pictured right. Sprüth Magers, 5900 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.634.0600, spruethmagers.com; Hauser Wirth & Schimmel, 901 E. 3rd St., downtown, 213.943.1620, hauserwirthschimmel.com

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Between its world-class museums and, now, the openings of two groundbreaking galleries, L.A. is cementing its status as an international destination for artists and art lovers alike. —Gillian Glover

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Clockwise from above: Women in the coed mineral pool at the Spa Montage Beverly Hills; the nail room at Exhale in Hollywood; a couples treatment room at the Spa at Terranea

Cultivating a California glow requires more than just sunshine, sand and surf spray. Refresh, de-stress and get gorgeous with our compendium of insiderapproved beauty destinations. By SUZANNE ENNIS SPAS

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The 41,000-square-foot Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village (2 Dole Drive, Westlake Village, 818.575.3000, fourseasons.com/west lakevillage/spa) offers a heavenly array of amenities and treatments, including a Lavender Milk and Honey Cocoon body buff and massage that incorporates lavender grown on the property. The Spa at Beverly Wilshire (p. 84) boasts Natura Bissé treatments featuring the brand’s luxurious Diamond Collection, while nearby Spa Montage (p. 84) offers

exclusive L.Raphael Genève skin-care therapies, and The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills (p. 84) tempts with midweek poolside packages and seasonal specials. Also in Beverly Hills, but a world away in vibe, serene Japanese sanctuary Tomoko Spa (141 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.205.7300, tomokospa.com) specializes in massages that blend Eastern and Western techniques and incorporate products like sake and organic oil. Santa Monica’s popular

Korean wellness destination Tikkun Holistic Spa (p. 86) offers journeys and specialty treatments that include the Couple’s Tantra Journey and the signature V Steam, which Gwyneth Paltrow touted on goop.com as a mustdo if you’re in L.A. Also

in Santa Monica, with another, newer location in Hollywood, Exhale (Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, 101 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.319.3193 and Loews Hollywood Hotel, 1755 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.491.1376, exhalespa.com) is a combination gym/fitness studio offering barre, yoga and cardio classes and a spa with scrubs, facials, nail services, massages and Eastern treatments such as cupping, reiki and acupuncture. Meanwhile, on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, the awardwinning oceanfront Spa at Terranea (100 Terranea

Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, 310.265.2740, terranea.com) is a tranquil getaway spanning 50,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space with a pool, full-service salon, café and fitness center. Mother’s Day packages include massages, facials, pedicures and poolside cabanas for two. On the other side of the county, recently renovated Chuan Spa at the Langham Huntington (1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave., Pasadena, 626.585.6414, chuanspa.com) is renowned for its energybalancing treatments based upon traditional Chinese medicine.

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Cut and Polished

Today’s buzziest L.A. hair salon is Mare Salon (152 N. Wetherly Drive, West Hollywood, 424.274.3479, maresalon.com), new from Joico celebrity colorist Denis De Souza and stylists Mara Roszak (Brie Larson, Emma Stone) and Alex Polillo (Amy Poehler, Rooney Mara). Shop for stylish jewelry from Broken English and furniture from JF Chen after your

do’s done. A creative vibe prevails in the artfilled Benjamin Salon (8910 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 424.249.3296, salonbenjamin.com), founded by stylist Benjamin Mohapi, who is soon to open a second location in downtown’s Arts District. Sally Hershberger Salon (760 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood,

Hairstylist Daniel Alfonso

310.854.4922, sallyhershberger.com) is packed with talent, including extensions and balayage pro Joey Carrera and Joico celebrity stylist Paul Norton. If Mark Townsend is in town between shoots with the Olsen sisters and Dakota Johnson, book a cut immediately. Another celebrity favorite is Ramirez Tran Salon (8912 W. Olympic Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.724.8167, ramireztran.com), from international L’Oréal Professionnel hairdressers Johnny Ramirez and Anh Co Tran (Anne Hathaway, Julianne Moore). For hair, makeup and brows under one roof, the hottest spot in town is Striiike (9278 Civic Center Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.205.2600, striiike.com), where sisters Ashley, Jenn and Kristie Streicher boast a combined clientele that includes Emily Blunt and Lily James. Nearby, the eponymous salon of legendary hairstylist Cristophe (348 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.274.0851,

cristophe.com), whose past clientele includes luminaries like Nicole Kidman and Bill and Hillary Clinton, is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and still going strong. Also in Beverly Hills: Living Proof celebrity stylist Chris McMillan, the man behind “the Rachel,” continues to turn out trendsetting looks along with his team at Chris McMillan the Salon (8944 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.285.0088, chrismcmillanthesalon. com). In the Malibu Country Mart, McMillan protégé Michael Sparks and colorist Heather Cie

of Cie Sparks Salon (3835 Cross Creek Road, Suite 22, 310.456.2300, Malibu, ciesparkssalon.com) are go-tos for quintessential surfer-babe waves. Complete your look with a mani-pedi at “it” girl nail-salon favorites Olive & June (430 N.

Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.247.0500; 146 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena, 626.440.9700; 1426 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, 310.899.1029, olivejune.com) and Côte (11714 San Vicente Blvd., L.A., 310.820.0906, coteshop.co).

Gussying Up for Guys Grooming and pampering aren’t only for the ladies. These spots make looking and feeling good a masculine matter. —G.G. Daniel Alfonso Men’s Salon: The eponymous sought-after men’s hairstylist (Shaun White, G-Eazy) just opened his own salon, outfitted with 200-yearold custom barber chairs, which

dudes settle into for cuttingedge styles. 7465 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.424.3725, dalfonsomenssalon.com The Gendarmerie: This welcoming, male-friendly spa is inside a cozy house, where a loyal clientele heads for facials, massages, waxing, hair care and more. 9069 Nemo St., West

Hollywood, 310.858.9009, thegendarmerie.com Hammer & Nails: Goodbye, awkwardness: This man-cavelike nail nirvana attends to men’s hands and feet while they lounge in leather chairs and watch TV. 8257 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.651.1458, hammerandnails-salon.com

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SHOPS

The Beauty Closet

The expertly curated and vetted collection at Violet Grey (8452 Melrose Place, L.A., 323.782.9700, violetgrey. com) is a dream for luxury-cosmetics lovers: Shop for cult-favorite lines like 111Skin, Erno Laszlo, Sachajuan and Utowa (a U.S. exclusive) in a glamorous, Old

Hollywood-style space. For exclusively “green” products, the selection at The Detox Market (8380 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.782.0421, thedetoxmarket.com) is unparalleled. Kjaer Weis, W3LL People, RMS Beauty and Kahina Giving Beauty are a few of our fave lines carried here. At

the chic flagship of L.A.based Hourglass (1351 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.392.3409, hourglasscosmetics.com), low service fees for tutorials and special-event makeup are applicable to purchases, making this boutique a pre-party nobrainer. Several renowned skin-care brands have L.A. outposts that offer signature facial treatments in addition to their products: Caudalíe (1416 Abbot Kinney Blvd., L.A., 310.450.3560, us.caudalie. com), Dermalogica (p. 84) and Jurlique (1230 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, 310.899.1923, jurlique.com) are three we love. You can’t miss with juggernauts Barneys Beverly Hills (9570 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly

Hills, 310.276.4400, barneys.com) and Sephora (The Grove, 189 The Grove Drive, L.A., 323.937.0347; see sephora.com for other locations), which carry nearly every top makeup, skin-care, hair-care and fragrance brand under the sun (tip: Hit Sephora for free samples and mini-makeovers). For a more exclusive scent, visit The Harmonist (p. 12), Krigler (Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 300 S. Doheny Drive, L.A., 310.385.4974, krigler.com) and Eric Buterbaugh Florals (8271 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.651.9844, ebflorals.com). And for a last-minute beauty fix, the Tom Bradley International Terminal at LAX (380 World Way, L.A.) delivers with DFS (310.348.2678, dfs.com) and Fred Segal (424.750.9271, fredsegal.com).

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DINING

BITES

L.A.’s biggest engines for creating pop culture are still its movie and TV studios, many of which also let visitors peek behind the scenes. All that activity spells good news for diners: Studio-adjacent restaurants are plentiful and provide more than just fuel. Check out page 78 to find studio tours and tapings, then read below to learn where to eat before or after exploring the backlots or becoming part of laugh tracks. You’re sure to encounter creative types, and who knows? You may even spot a celebrity. Regardless, you will eat well. by JOSHUA LURIE WARNER BROS. STUDIOS BURBANK UNIVERSAL STUDIOS UNIVERSAL CITY → Coffee Commissary in Burbank, the northernmost link in Tyler King’s specialty coffee chain, features Instagram-friendly tiles, a pleasant patio and coffee beans from multiple roasters. Its food far exceeds standard coffeehouse fare, with housebaked pastries, breakfast burritos bursting with brisket or pork belly, and fried-chicken sandwiches. 3121 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, coffeecommissary.com

→ The Front Yard is the culmination of a rehabilitation project at the Garland hotel. The open-air restaurant features outdoor lounge seating, a dining room with copper chandeliers, and a full bar. Chef Chris Turano steers a seasonal comfort-food menu that may include green-garbanzo hummus, flat iron steak with adobo fries, and Valley fried chicken that’s brined, smoked and fried before joining buttermilk biscuits. 4222 Vineland Ave., North Hollywood, 818.255.7290, thefrontyardla.com

→ Tel Aviv native Joe Mattar does a beautiful job of channeling his Greek and Israeli heritage at Joe’s Falafel in Universal City. His

signature dish is on the sign for good reason, with each ball fried to order and paired with nutty tahini sauce. Mattar also excels with kebabs, whether chicken-thigh or groundbeef skewers called kafta. No matter what you order, add laffa: supple house-baked flatbread. 3535 Cahuenga Blvd. W., Universal City, 323.512.4447, joesfalafel.net

→ Towering two-time Top Chef competitor Chris “CJ” Jacobson now spends the bulk of his time in Chicago, but he still contributes mightily to Girasol in Studio City. Whimsical floral design complements Jacobson’s modern plates, which host seasonal and foraged ingredients. Standout items might include a smoky grilled Peads & Barnetts pork chop or perhaps a lovely pear pie. 11334 Moorpark St.,

family serves “Korean cuisine with a Hawaiian twist.” Mounds of white rice and macaroni salad help to complete plate lunches, which could include kalbi, chicken or pork. Dessert means Hawaiian-style shaved ice in vivid colors. 11269 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818.508.3192, ohanabbq.com

PARAMOUNT PICTURES STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD → The most exciting restaurant to open near Paramount recently is undoubtedly Baroo, a progressive Korean restaurant from chef/owner Kwang Uh with a focus on fermentation, which it applies to vegetables, kimchi and kombucha. Uh’s genre-busting kimchi fried rice incorporates atypical ingredients like pineapple-jalapeño salsa and purple potato chips. House-made pasta serves as a canvas to study celery in many forms, down to the root. 5706 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 323.819.4344, baroola.strikingly.com

→ Chef Kevin Meehan teamed with wine director Drew Langley on Kali, a new restaurant that shares a name with Meehan’s popular underground supper club. They’re delivering fine-dining-caliber food and wine in an unpretentious setting sans tablecloths and tasting menus. Dishes may include squab with carrots, honey and lavender, or heritagegrain risotto with black garlic and San Joaquin cheese. Market cocktails and house kombucha play supporting roles. 5722 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.871.4160, kalirestaurant.com

→ Michael Bryant has settled in behind the stoves at The Larchmont, a former home with an olive-green awning, a wood-lined patio and an art-lined dining room. The chef

Studio City, 818.924.2323, girasolrestaurant.com

→ Hrag “Jonathan” Darakjian hails from Beirut and opened Mantee Café near the Ventura Boulevard bend in 2009. His menu features Lebanese and Armenian classics prepared with flair. Signature Mantee involves beef dumplings blanketed in garlicky yogurt sauce; other compelling dishes include ground-beef kebabs topped with sour-cherry sauce. 10962 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818.761.6565, manteecafe.com

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→ At Ohana BBQ in Studio City, the Yoo

→ Bombet Hospitality Group partners Stephane Bombet and Francois Renaud teamed with chef Chris Oh on Hanjip Korean BBQ, arguably L.A.’s best Korean restaurant outside Koreatown. “Bonus” items consist of luxurious takes on Korean classics, with uni and salmon roe gracing steamed egg. 3829 Main St., Culver City, 323.720.8804, hanjip.com

→ Jackson Market and Deli, tucked in a side street, produces some of Culver City’s best sandwiches. This neighborhood favorite for over eight decades features umbrellas shading tables out front and a secret garden in back. In between, you’ll find stocked shelves and a deli counter. Italian subs, barbecue beef-brisket panini and Jamaican jerk turkey sandwiches are especially popular. 4065 Jackson Ave., Culver City, 310.425.8426, jacksonmarketanddeli.com

→ Chef Sang Yoon shows his culinary range

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Tilapia at East Borough in Culver City, near Sony studios. Opposite, from left: Beef tenderloin at Kali, near Paramount studios; Korean barbecue at Hanjip in Culver City

casts a global net to produce dishes like steak frites, harissa-seared scallops and charred Spanish octopus. 5750 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.464.4277, thelarchmont.com

→ Osteria La Buca is one of the neighborhood’s culinary cornerstones. GM Stephen Sakulsky and business partner John Moezzi brought in chef Cameron Slaugh, previously sous chef at New York’s Eleven Madison Park. He centers the menu on pasta and pizza but incorporates market-fresh ingredients and makes the pasta, ricotta and sausage in-house. He further elevates matters by preparing premium cuts of beef like rib-eye cap and a 70-day, dry-aged rib-eye. 5210 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.462.1900, osterialabuca.com

→ Down the street, Tlayuda L.A. showcases Oaxacan-style cuisine. Tlayuda is the Mexican state’s signature tostada, each the

size of a pizza and built on a crispy housemade blue-corn tortilla. Options include chorizo, marinated and cured beef tasajo and marinated and smoked pork cesina. They’re dressed with black-bean puree, iceberg lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado and salty strands of Oaxacan cheese. 5450 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 213.261.4667, tlayudala.com

SONY PICTURES STUDIOS CULVER CITY → Chef Chloe Tran and partner John Vu Cao take Vietnamese dishes for a modern spin at East Borough, their artistic restaurant next to Kirk Douglas Theatre. They’re particularly renowned for pho baguette: beef-brisket bánh mì served with a bowl of pho broth, French-dip-style. Dinner brings more ambitious dishes such as grilled hanger steak with pungent crab-paste butter, and addictive fish-sauce wings. 9810 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.596.8266, east-borough.com

at Lukshon, his modern Southeast Asian restaurant in the Helms Bakery complex near his hit gastropub, Father’s Office. Lukshon gives almost every Asian country some love, whether it's with Yoon’s lobster-roll bánh mì (Vietnam), deluxe beef and broccoli (China) or tea-leaf salad (Myanmar). 3239 Helms Ave., Culver City, 310.202.6808, lukshon.com

→ Akasha Richmond and husband Alan Schulman opened Sambar less than a block from their first restaurant, Akasha, but the Indian restaurant feels worlds away. You’ll find street-food classics, but Richmond and chef de cuisine Kirk Plummer really excel when imparting “new wave masala” to dishes like Chindian chicken soup and lamb burgers. 9531 Culver Blvd., Culver City, 310.558.8800, sambarcc.com

→ With chef Joel David Miller now at the helm, The Wallace continues to thrive on Main Street. The place screams transparency, between its exposed wood rafters, open kitchen and seasonal farmers-market ingredients. “Jarred” items include smoked trout and duck rillettes. The remaining menu is of-the-moment and includes an array of vegetables and sustainable ingredients. 3833 Main St., Culver City, 310.202.6400, thewallacela.com

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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. Comprising 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 independent boutiques, exclusive retailers, sidewalk cafes, 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 Street 626.440.0929 clothesheaven.com

Visit or shop online at this artful living boutique that offers a mix of unique new and vintage furniture, home furnishings and gifts.

Retro fun for all ages! 50+ classic arcade and pinball machines. Hourly admission. All games set to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Free Play.â&#x20AC;? Game NOT over!

A full service tearoom, florist and gift shop. Serving Old Pasadena for 22 years.

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55 E. Holly Street 626.577.3400 maudewoods.com

28 S. Raymond Ave. 626.568.2924 neonretroarcade.com

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

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

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

The launch of Beverly Hills’ glamorous reputation dates to the early 20th century, when the then-new Beverly Hills Hotel ushered in a frenzy of movie-star mansionbuilding in the hills north of Sunset Boulevard. Today, the population of 35,000 is more diverse than its depiction on TV and in movies might suggest. Nonetheless, the triumvirate of Beverly Hills, Holmby Hills and Bel-Air still attracts its share of famous residents. Hop on the Beverly Hills Trolley Tour, or book ahead with Starline Tours, to see notable homes in the ‘hood, along with other local landmarks packed into the city’s 5 square miles. Among the more storied and oft-filmed estates nestled in the hills is the 19th-century English 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. Burberry, Saint Laurent and Gucci each recently debuted new or renovated flagships on Rodeo, reminding retailers that 90210 is still the most prestigious ZIP code in the States. Ascend the Italian-esque side street to fine-art destination Galerie Michael and Tiffany & Co., perched atop Two Rodeo. Sip some wine at 208 Rodeo, then pause for the quintessential Beverly Hills snapshot before continuing on to the Beverly Wilshire hotel (of Pretty Woman fame) at the south end of Rodeo Drive. Continuing west, pass Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and recently revamped Barneys New York, the reigning luxury retail titans along this stretch of Wilshire. At Santa Monica Boulevard, you hit the Beverly Hilton hotel, which rolls out 30,000 square feet of red carpet annually to host the Golden Globe Awards.

The Industry + the Arts

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

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

Century City

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

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

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NEW IN TOWN Alo Yoga

The L.A.-based activewear label opens its first flagship store, complete with its highperformance designs, a juice bar and a fitness studio. 370 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 323.727.2005

IWC Schaffhausen

The Swiss brand joins Rodeo Drive’s roster of luxury watchmakers with a flagship boutique celebrating its relationship with Hollywood. 329 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.734.0520

Tempura Endo

This high-end restaurant, straight from Japan, serves Kyotostyle tempura in a traditional setting with just 16 seats, plus space for a traditional tea ceremony. 9777 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.274.2201

Storefronts along North Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Opposite, from left: Welcome to Beverly Hills; the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts

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

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

UCLA

A few miles northeast of Century City is the University of California, Los Angeles, one of the top public universities in the country. Visitors are welcome at several university attractions, including the Fowler Museum at UCLA and the outdoor Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden on the north campus, the planetarium on the south campus and the 7-acre Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Gardens. The free Hammer Museum is nearby and houses impressionist paintings, as well as cutting-edge contemporary exhibitions. Paid parking is available in UCLA lots and structures throughout the 419-acre campus.

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Westwood Village

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

Culver City

Covering 5 square miles southeast of Westwood, Culver City boasts a thriving downtown with new restaurants including Koreanbarbecue spot Hanjip and Indian-inspired Sambar. The Kirk Douglas Theatre and the Ivy Substation, home to the Actors’ Gang,

/all the buzz

➺ It’s never been easier to get a good cup of joe in L.A. On the flip side, it’s increasingly difficult for a coffee company to stand out. But Zayde Naquib and Jereme Pitts, founders of Bar Nine in Culver City, opened shop in 2014 and proceeded to do just that. Roasting is the core of the business, but they call the retail side of their partially solar-powered, warehouselike space “the heart”: There you’ll find a few outstanding in-season coffees, treats from the likes of Hotcakes Bakes and Larder Baking Co., a cool Modbar espresso system (right), room to settle in (or glass jars for takeaway) and a genuine commitment to treating both guests and employees well. The result: a feel-good vibe served with every delicious pourover, cold brew and latte. 3515 Helms Ave., L.A., 310.837.7815, barnine.us —S.E.

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The Culver City station on the Metro Expo Line

bookend the downtown area and stage live productions throughout the year. Traveling east on Washington Boulevard, don’t miss the sprawling Helms Bakery complex, which contains dozens of high-end furniture showrooms. Moving along Washington, the scene-y Arts District has more than 30 art galleries and exhibition spaces clustered along Washington and La Cienega boulevards. At the intersection of Washington and National boulevards is one end of the Expo Line, a Metro light rail that goes from Culver City to Exposition Park and the University of Southern California to downtown. Hollywood gets all the attention, but it’s Culver City whose seal proclaims it “The Heart of Screenland.” In 1915, Ince/Triangle Studios, today Sony Pictures Studios, opened on Washington. In 1924, the site became Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios. Classics including The Wizard of Oz would eventually be filmed on its movie lots. (News reports of the time indicate that the “Munchkins” partied hard during their stay at the Culver Hotel.) Today, Culver City’s screen culture is still going strong, with 16 soundstages accommodating TV-show and feature-film shoots at Culver Studios and hits such as the Spider-Man franchise produced on the historic lots at Sony. Fully experience Culver City’s screen heritage by taking the Sony Pictures Studio Tour. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 92.

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

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

version of Santa Monica fulfills its early promise, with a bustling downtown and beach that attract millions of visitors per year. Pacific Coast Highway connects SaMo with draws such as Malibu and Marina del Rey. Third Street Promenade, three pedestrianonly blocks on 3rd Street between Broadway and Wilshire Boulevard, is perpetually teeming with people. Visitors can hit dozens of boutiques, watch movies at three cinemas 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 Mercado or the Misfit and enjoy drinks at The Bungalow or the many pubs, such as Ye Olde King’s Head, that hint at Santa Monica’s large population of British expats. Anchoring the promenade at Broadway is Santa Monica Place, a beautiful open-air shopping center with Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, 80 boutiques, ArcLight Cinemas and the top-level Dining Deck with restaurants and great views. To the center’s south is Tongva Park, a 6-acre urban oasis featuring winding paths and drought-tolerant plants. Santa Monica Pier, built in 1909, is at the end of Colorado Avenue and features Pacific Park, a mini amusement park with food stands and rides, including a solar-powered, LED-lit Ferris wheel.

Main Street + Montana Avenue

Compared with the hustle and bustle of Third Street Promenade, Montana Avenue is downright tranquil. Between 6th and 17th streets are plenty of fashionable boutiques and beauty destinations, including Moondance, Clare V., Dermalogica and new Malin + Goetz. Father’s Office is known for its burgers, Ox & Son is tops for “oystas,” and Sweet Lady Jane is famous for its cakes. Just minutes south of downtown Santa Monica, Main Street exudes a beachy, upscale vibe. The long stretch between Pico Boulevard and Rose Avenue contains a number of galleries, pubs, coffeehouses and restaurants, plus shops such as Lost & Found and Planet Blue. The California Heritage Museum is in a transplanted Victorian-era home, as is the Victorian, adjacent to the museum, which features a cool downstairs speakeasy, Basement Tavern.

The Arts

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

Gehry. An even wider variety of entertainment is at the Broad Stage, Santa Monica College’s first-rate, 499-seat performingarts, film, dance and theater venue. As L.A. has emerged as a fine-arts capital, the campuslike Bergamot Station arts center on Michigan Avenue has become an important destination. It’s home to some 30 galleries and a café.

Malibu

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

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Despite its carnivorous-sounding name, this N.Y. import is a cheery “vegetable slaughterhouse,” juice bar, café and marketplace. 1205 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.981.3004

Cuyana

This streamlined brand’s first L.A. boutique stocks “fewer, better things” and offers on-site monogramming. 1140 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.450.7239

Local Kitchen + Wine Bar

Expect dishes like Neapolitan-style pizzas crafted from locally sourced ingredients at this new neighborhood spot. 1736 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.396.9007

. The Getty Center in Brentwood. Opposite, from left: Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica; Santa Monica State Beach

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

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

Brentwood

Bird Sanctuary, the Adamson House is filled with historic tile. The celebrity-frequented Malibu Country Mart serves as the area’s town square. Together with the adjacent Malibu Village and Malibu Lumber Yard, there are plenty of shops and restaurants for whiling away an afternoon. Inland, nearing Calabasas, is wine country, where you can sample the local vino at tasting rooms such as Malibu Wines.

Topanga + Pacific Palisades

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

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

Venice

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

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➺ Mona Moore is a fashion accessories boutique that stocks deeply chic modern

brands like Agnes Baddoo and Marni. Pamela Barish is a womenswear designer whose handmade, curve-loving dresses outfit the likes of Frances McDormand and Anjelica Huston. And LFrank by Liseanne Frankfurt (pictured here) is a made-in-L.A. collection of richly detailed fine jewelry and feminine lingerie. Put them all together and you get III Luxury Collective—a trio of conjoined boutiques (and a one-stop shop for your dream wardrobe) formed when the luxury retailers, who previously operated independent boutiques on Abbot Kinney Boulevard, joined forces and decamped to Main Street last year. You know what they say: Good things happen in threes. 222, 224 and 226 Main St., Venice, threeluxurycollective.com —S.E.

Marina del Rey

Marina del Rey’s main attraction is the marina, the largest man-made small-craft harbor in the world. Restaurants such as Cast & Plow and Cafe del Rey are positioned to take advantage of the views, and at the New England-style Fisherman’s Village, boat-rental and cruise companies such as Hornblower offer visitors myriad ways to get out on the water. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 92.

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Skateboarders take a break at Venice Beach.

Marilyn Monroe once called this enclave northeast of Santa Monica home; it remains a favorite stamping ground of the affluent and famous. San Vicente Boulevard functions as the neighborhood’s main street, with copious independent shops, bakeries, cafés and restaurants. The petite Brentwood Country Mart, a 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.

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

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

Hollywood wields enormous influence over the L.A. lifestyle. With a number of world-class art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, nightclubs and theaters, it’s a frequent destination for locals and tourists alike. After dark, this iconic stretch of Sunset Boulevard between Doheny Drive and Crescent Heights Avenue becomes the hottest stretch of asphalt in L.A. County. The club scene here rocks with legendary establishments like the Roxy, the Whisky a Go Go and the Viper Room, which have a long history of hosting performances by rock ‘n’ roll’s finest. Other Sunset Strip nightclubs include Rock & Reilly’s and newer 1 OAK. The Comedy Store continues to showcase the leading names in stand-up, as well as emerging stars. During the day, boutiques such as beloved Book Soup draw traffic. Hotels are an integral part of the Sunset Strip scene. Chateau Marmont, a glorious and notorious celebrity hangout throughout the decades, remains a discreet local getaway. Skybar, at the style-conscious Mondrian, retains its aura of exclusivity. At the Sunset Tower Hotel, Bugsy Siegel’s former suite has been converted into the Tower Bar.

Sunset Plaza

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

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

Melrose Avenue

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

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

West Hollywood Design District

Melrose Avenue’s flourishing art, fashion and design district runs along the pedestrian-friendly retail corridors of Melrose and Beverly and Robertson boulevards. Among its newer offerings are a Helmut Lang flagship and RH: The Gallery On Melrose Avenue. The district’s hub is the Pacific Design Center complex—monolithic blue, green and red buildings designed by celebrated architect Cesar Pelli—which houses more than 130 showrooms catering to professional designers and luxury-home owners and is home to a satellite of downtown’s Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) and a stylish Wolfgang Puck eatery, Red Seven.

Beverly + West 3rd

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

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

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M Beverly Hills may be the county’s toniest shopping district, but Robertson Boulevard is not far behind.

taurants, 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’ Centre Pompidou. Bloomingdale’s, Fendi, Gucci, Giuseppe Zanotti, Maje, Sandro and new Cos boutiques are among the center’s more than 160 establishments. On West 3rd Street east of Beverly Center, you’ll find favorite boutiques such as Flight 001 for stylish travel supplies, OK for designminded gifts, Pyrrha for handcrafted jewelry and Wittmore for contemporary menswear. Great dining options include Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo’s seafood spot, Son of a Gun, and Vic Casanova’s two Italian concepts, Gusto and Pistola. On Beverly Boulevard, you can shop for high-end home decor and accessories at Garde and fragrances at Eric Buterbaugh Florals, dine on French-inspired California dishes at Terrine and finish with a sweet treat from Cake Monkey.

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Robertson Boulevard

Beverly Hills may be the county’s toniest shopping district, but Robertson Boulevard is not far behind, with trendy shops appealing to the young and hot set. Hit Chaser for vintage-inspired streetwear for women and kids, and Lululemon for haute yoga duds. 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. Cecconi’s, just off Robertson, is also popular fopower lunches.

Fairfax and Mid-Wilshire

L.A.’s Fairfax District and neighboring MidWilshire are among the most culturally diverse neighborhoods in the Mid-City/ West Hollywood area. At Fairfax Avenue and Wilshire Boulevard is the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), a renowned

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➺ After a day of travel or sightseeing, your mind and body are both ready for a respite. Find it at The Now, a new massage boutique from lifestyle designer Erica Malbon and fine-jewelry designer Gara Post. Filling a niche between a high-end spa and your trusty foot-massage spot, the wellness destination—a vision in raw materials and earthen tones—offers a range of services, from seated massages in the communal “Journey” room to private full-body massages, with prices starting at $35 plus $5-$10 for add-ons like aromatherapy and soothing under-eye masks. You can also shop for Coqui Coqui products from Tulum, Mexico; Jiva-Apoha body and face oils; and the Now’s own candles and crystals. Walk-ins welcome; bliss-outs guaranteed. 7611 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.746.5525, thenowmassage.com —S.E.

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facility with more than 100,000 works dating from the ancient period to today. Adjacent to LACMA is the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, where the Ice Age comes alive. Additional venues on this formidable Museum Row include the newly renovated Petersen Automotive Museum and the Craft & Folk Art Museum. South of the museums is a surprise for curious foodies: a neighborhood known as Little Ethiopia, where acclaimed traditional restaurants are located. To the museums’ east is the burgeoning District La Brea, a walkable stretch filled with hot restaurants like Odys + Penelope and hip boutiques including American Rag and A+R. One of the Fairfax District’s anchors is the historic Farmers Market, established in 1934, with more than 100 open-air produce stalls, shops and eateries. There are spots to satisfy virtually any craving, including a wine bar, a taqueria and stands with authentic Louisiana gumbo or gourmet Fritzi hot dogs. 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 stainedglass streetlamps and a central fountain. Nordstrom, a movie theater and stores such as Paige and Sephora are joined by myriad restaurants including Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see pages 92-93.

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

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

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

Showtime

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

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

Walk of Fame

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

Museums, Hollywood-style

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

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

Around Vine

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

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

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NEW IN TOWN Baroo

A nod to Buddhist monks’ food bowls, this foodie-favorite spot in a strip mall capitalizes on the current fermentation craze. 5706 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 323.819.4344

Kali

Chef Kevin Meehan turns his popular supper club into a brickand-mortar restaurant reimagining typical fine dining. 5722 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.871.4160

Little Pine

DJ/musician Moby is behind this all-organic vegan restaurant serving up refined comfort food in a lodgeinspired space. 2870 Rowena Ave., Silver Lake, 323.741.8148

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

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

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

Nightcrawling

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

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themed Hemingway’s, drink and dine at Houston Hospitality’s hot spots Butchers & Barbers and adjacent No Vacancy, and attempt to get past the velvet ropes at clubs like Playhouse. Cahuenga Boulevard also is home to dozens of clubs and eateries including chef Brendan Collins’ excellent Birch. Quintessentially L.A. but a galaxy removed from Hollywood Boulevard is the Hollywood Bowl, the largest outdoor amphitheater in the U.S., where the Los Angeles Philharmonic takes up residence from June to September. Picnicking under the stars here is among the most memorable experiences in L.A.

Los Feliz + Silver Lake

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

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➺ Life in L.A. can be hectic, so it’s fitting that Wanderlust chose Tinseltown as the

home of its first community center—a veritable mindful mecca. Primarily a producer of lifestyle events, including international music festivals that combine music, yoga, wellness and adventure, the company maintained the same philosophy when it came to putting down roots. The resulting complex offers everything aspiring and seasoned yogis could need to find their “true north.” Wanderlust offers daily yoga classes, as well as experiences that include wine tastings and jewelry-making workshops. There’s also a gift shop and a café with a tasty organic menu created by Food Network vet Seamus Mullen. Once you arrive, you’ll want to namaste. 1357 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.967.8855, wanderlusthollywood.com —G.G.

Griffith Park

Among the largest urban parks in America, Griffith Park is an ideal place to hike, take a train ride, picnic, golf and more. The Charlie Turner Trailhead begins at Griffith Observatory, one of the great planetariums in the world and a frequent film location. The hike up Mount Hollywood provides views of the Hollywood sign, and the Greek Theatre, a 5,700-seat amphitheater, is a legendary music venue. Also here are the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens and the Western-heritage-oriented Autry Museum of the American West, both accessible from the Ventura (SR 134) or Golden State (I-5) freeways. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see pages 93-94.

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

sophistication. Nearby, a stretch of Hollywood Boulevard houses cult-favorite gift shop/gallery Wacko and hip Bar Covell, and Barnsdall Art Park offers recreational opportunities including tours of Frank Lloyd Wright’s recently restored Hollyhock House. At Sunset Junction, where Sunset and Santa Monica boulevards intersect, Los Feliz transitions into Silver Lake. Foodies hang at casual Forage or the Cheese Store of Silverlake, while aspiring screenwriters hammer at their laptops and sip lattes at Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea. Farther east on Sunset Boulevard, cool beach gear at Mollusk Surf Shop and chic handbags at the Clare V. flagship beckon.

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

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

deco structures share the streetscape with glass-clad towers, and even movie stars are snapping up lofts in century-old buildings. The arts scene roars to life here, where the image of L.A. as “laid-back” hardly applies. Union Station was the last of the grand railroad terminals built in the U.S. Its importance faded as the automobile began to dominate life in L.A., but the station, which celebrated its 75th anniversary last 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 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 and its vivacious music director, Gustavo Dudamel. Also housed at Disney Hall is REDCAT, which offers visual, performing and multimedia arts programming. After a show, take a stroll through the 12-acre Grand Park, between Grand Avenue and Hill Street and 1st and Temple streets.

Descending Bunker Hill

Steps from the Ahmanson is the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, designed by Spanish architect José Rafael Moneo. A short walk south on Grand is the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), and across from it is The Broad, the magnificent new museum built by philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad. Both house premier collections of contemporary art. The Omni Hotel and California Plaza are adjacent to MOCA; nearby Angels Knoll is a welcome patch of greenery amid the concrete jungle. Angels Flight, a vintage funicular (now dormant) that climbs to California Plaza from Hill Street below, is billed as “The Shortest

Railway in the World.” At the foot of the hill, the Bunker Hill Steps rise five stories at the U.S. Bank Tower, the tallest building west of the Mississippi. Across the street is the art deco-style Central Library.

Olvera Street

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

Historic Districts

Undergoing a renaissance is the Broadway Theatre District, home to once-opulent movie palaces. Several, such as the United Artists theater (now the stylish Theatre at Ace Hotel), have been revived or restored to their original grandeur. Cool shops such as Acne Studios and Aesop lend cachet to the area. The Bradbury Building, built in 1893 in

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Union Station

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Corey Helford Gallery

This couple-owned gallery—which relocated from Culver City—displays popculture-influenced contemporary art. 571 S. Anderson St., downtown, 310.287.2340

Knead & Co.

A new pasta bar and market from chef Bruce Kalman (Union) is serving up homemade Italian cuisine at bustling Grand Central Market. 317 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.223.7592

Officine Brera

This hearty Northern Italian restaurant from the team behind nearby Factory Kitchen is housed in an Arts District warehouse. 1331 E. 6th St., downtown, 213.553.8006

K.G. Louie Co.’s storefront in Chinatown. Opposite, from left: Grand Park and City Hall; sweets from Bottega Louie on South Grand Avenue

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

former St. Vibiana’s cathedral, now home to stylish Redbird restaurant. To Little Tokyo’s east is the rapidly gentrifying Arts District, which boasts buzzy shops and eateries including Bestia, one of the top restaurants (and hardest reservations to nab) in L.A.

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the Italian Renaissance Revival style, was featured in the film Blade Runner. Spring Street from 4th to 7th streets is a rapidly awakening area once referred to as the “Wall Street of the West.” Steps from this historic district is a row of trendy bars on 6th Street (between Main and Los Angeles streets) that includes The Varnish.

Shopping Districts

Downtown’s heritage as a mercantile center can still be experienced in its historic shopping districts. The Jewelry District draws shoppers looking for deals on diamonds; in the neighboring Fashion District, you can find designer clothing items. At Santee Alley, an open-air bargain bazaar, designer trends breed low-priced knockoffs. The Flower District offers blooms at wholesale prices. For an awesome mix of old-school produce vendors and lunch counters and new, upscale specialty stalls, Grand Central Market, near the foot of Angels Flight, is the place to go.

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

Chinatown

Chinatown is a great destination for sampling dim sum, dining at new foodie-favorite spots like Pok Pok LA or browsing for clothing, tea or home goods. Cultural highlights include Thien Hau Temple and the Chinese American Museum. Chung King Road and Gin Ling Way are home to galleries; Broadway is lined with boutiques. Dodger Stadium is a short drive away, as is San Antonio Winery, which offers tours, tastings and Maddalena restaurant.

Little Tokyo

Little Tokyo’s bar scene is popping, and you can nibble on traditional sushi prepared by veteran chefs at Japanese Village Plaza. Just a few steps down 1st Street is the sleek Japanese American National Museum. The Geffen Contemporary, a branch of MOCA, is next door. At 2nd and Main streets is the

/ worth the trip

➺ Contributing to the magnetism of downtown’s Arts District is the arrival of The Voyager Shop at mixed-use development the Yards at One Santa Fe. Boasting an impressive range of merchandise in its 900 square feet, the boutique (whose first location is in San Francisco’s Mission District) is a collaboration between San Francisco clothing boutique Revolver and Austin home-decor shop Spartan. Journey to the Voyager Shop for internationally sourced items “from a California perspective,” such as apparel by abstract Scandinavian designer Henrik Vibskov, edgy knitwear by Lauren Manoogian, a vintage-inspired French sportswear line by Arpenteur, hand-thrown stoneware candles by Norden and elegant brass Futagami chopstick rests. 300 S. Santa Fe Ave., downtown, 415.795.1748, thevoyagershop.com —R.G.

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 delves into African-American history, and the beaux arts-style Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County offers insight into prehistoric giants. The California Science Center has a 3-D Imax theater and exhibits the retired NASA space shuttle Endeavour. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of downtown, see page 93. FROM TOP: DANIEL ENNIS; COURTESY THE VOYAGER SHOP

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

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

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

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

A tribute to foresighted urban planning is the 22-square-block shopping district known as Old Pasadena, roughly bounded by Walnut and Green streets, Arroyo Parkway and Pasadena Avenue. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it’s a collection of restored buildings filled with trendy boutiques, bistros and nightclubs. Merchants range from Tesla Motors to Urban Outfitters, and eateries include Union, a top-rated Italian restaurant. Pedestrian-only alleys meander through the One Colorado project in the heart of Old Pasadena, where restaurants offer alfresco dining overlooking a sculpture-strewn square. Boutiques such as Vince and Cop. Copine draw shoppers, while iPic Theaters reimagines the moviegoing experience with state-of-theart technology, plush seats and a bar/café. Nearby is the Norton Simon Museum, home to one of the finest art collections in the West. The galleries are filled with works dating from the Renaissance to the 20th century, and the museum’s repertoire of impressionist masters (e.g., Monet, Cézanne, Van Gogh) is formidable. A sculpture garden features a major tribute to Degas.

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

Playhouse District + South Lake Avenue

Anchored by the Mission-style Pasadena Playhouse, this district offers art-house cinema, antique shops, boutiques and bookstores, as well as the Le Cordon Bleu-affiliated College of Culinary Arts and the famed Ice House comedy club, whose stage has hosted George Carlin and Jerry Seinfeld. Other cultural attractions include the Boston Court Performing Arts Center and the USC Pacific Asia Museum, featuring decorative arts from every corner of Asia. The Pasadena Museum of California Art celebrates Golden State painters and sculptors from 1850 to the present. East of the Playhouse District, South Lake Avenue provides a vibrant shopping environment. Inviting boutiques are set around European-style courtyards at the Commons

and Burlington Arcade. A drive south on Lake Avenue through one of the city’s most opulent residential neighborhoods leads to the Langham Huntington. Consider this grand, historic hotel for high tea, Japanese Kobe beef at its Royce steakhouse or pampering at its Chuan Spa.

San Marino + San Gabriel Valley

South of the Langham is San Marino and its primary attraction, The Huntington, whose library, art collections and botanical gardens occupy one of the most remarkable pieces of real estate in Southern California. Here, the Italianate mansion of railroad magnate Henry Huntington houses an extraordinary collection of 18th- and 19th-century art, and a library with nearly 9 million rare books, photographs and manuscripts occupies another structure. Throughout the 200-acre property are more than a dozen distinct botanical environments, the Helen & Peter Bing Children’s Garden and a formal rose garden boasting more than 1,400 varieties of the flower. Sharing Pasadena’s eastern border are the communities of Sierra Madre and Arcadia,

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

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NEW IN TOWN

Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams

Shop the duo’s classic and modern home furnishings—including eco-friendly, U.S.made upholstery and luxe accessories—at their new signature store. 2227 Glendale Galleria, Glendale, 818.649.7120

Ramen Tatsunoya

The popular Japanese brand chose Old Town Pasadena for its first U.S. location. Expect bowls of pork-intensive tonkotsu ramen—the wait beforehand is worth it. 16 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena, 626.432.1768

Seed Bakery

This back-to-basics bakery offers organic, whole-grain bread made from freshly milled flour. Coffee, pastries, breakfast and lunch are also available. 942 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena, 626.486.2115

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

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The Americana at Brand in Glendale

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

The Road to South Pasadena

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

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

Eagle Rock + Glendale

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

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➺ L.A. is home to a plethora of artisanal sweets shops, but few have as storied a

history as Mignon Chocolate, a family business with roots stretching back to 1910 Ukraine. After enduring political imprisonment and migrating to Iran, the family began making chocolate, and eventually, in 2004, third-generation chocolatiers Joseph and Anoush Ter-Poghossian opened a shop in Glendale and, later, Pasadena. The eyecatching treats are handmade in L.A. with no chemicals or preservatives. Indulge in dark-chocolate-dipped strips of orange peel, hazelnut truffles or vibrant lavenderflavored morsels. What’s more, the self-proclaimed “chocolatier to the stars” is a go-to for A-list Hollywood parties. 315 N. Verdugo Road, Glendale, 818.549.9600; 6 E. Holly St., Pasadena, 626.796.7100, mignonchocolate.com —G.G.

erable old-school pizza joint. In Eagle Rock, students from highly ranked Occidental College—where a young Barack Obama once studied—mingle with young couples who are snapping up hillside real estate. On the far side of Eagle Rock is Glendale, the third-largest city in Los Angeles County. There, office workers pour out of high-rises for happy hour at The Americana at Brand, an open-air shopping, residential and entertainment development. Style-savvy shoppers can browse at boutiques, catch a movie or recharge at the Americana’s restaurants, which include the Philippe Starck-designed Katsuya and celebrity chef Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak. Home to a large Armenian community, Glendale offers a wealth of ethnic eateries specializing in kebabs, shawarma and belly dancing. Marked by a towering neon obelisk is the Alex Theatre, a restored art deco masterpiece that hosts concerts and musicals. Steps from the Alex is the new Museum of Neon Art, dedicated to showcasing a quintessentially L.A. craft. North of Glendale is Montrose, whose main street of Honolulu Avenue is more Mayberry than L.A. Close by, in La Cañada Flintridge, is sprawling Descanso Gardens, with North America’s largest camellia collection—an awesome sight when in full bloom during January and February. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 94.

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

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

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Universal City

A couple of Metro stops north of the heart of Hollywood is Universal City, a major entertainment-industry outpost. The highlight is Universal Studios Hollywood, which offers a behind-the-scenes peek into moviemaking, plus a theme park with rollicking roller coasters and high-tech virtual-reality action rides. The grand opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter attraction April 7 is all the buzz; also thrilling are the Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem attraction and the Simpsons Ride and its adjacent Springfield-themed “world.” Splurge for Universal’s VIP Experience, which pampers its guests with such perks as private tour guides, exclusive backlot access and unlimited front-of-line access in the theme park. Among the wide-ranging attractions next door at pedestrian-only Universal CityWalk are skydiving simulations at iFly Hollywood, mechanical bull riding at Saddle Ranch Chop House and rock ‘n’ roll bowling at Jillian’s Hi Life Lanes. Restaurants include Karl Strauss Brewing Co., and stores such as Lush Cosmetics and Skechers will loosen your wallet.

Burbank

Burbank calls itself “the town behind the tinsel”—and with good reason. This cosmopolitan city is home to some of the most famous players in the entertainment business, including Walt Disney Studios, Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon Animation Studio. Get a taste of the action on a Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood or as part of the studio audience at a taping of one of your favorite programs, such as The Ellen DeGeneres Show. The media district, which encompasses most of these companies, also boasts some newer cafés and dining destinations, including Coffee Commissary and Simmzy’s, as well as the iconic Bob’s Big Boy, which hosts a classic-car show every Friday. As vibrant as it is, Burbank’s entertainment industry is hardly the city’s only draw. More than 160 restaurants and shops cater to locals and visitors alike. The downtown district offers a major-mall shopping experience, movie theaters and the ever-popular Ikea, but surrounding streets, such as historic San Fernando Boulevard, have a more homegrown feel, with nightlife destinations, shops and trendy bistros such as Granville

Cafe. Another must-visit district is hip Magnolia Park, centered at Magnolia Boulevard and Hollywood Way, which offers indie cafés, antique shops and the area’s best retro and vintage boutiques (Playclothes and Pinup Girl are favorites). Always-packed Porto’s Bakery—one of the country’s top restaurants, according to Yelp—offers excellent pastries and sandwiches from Europe and the owners’ native Cuba. Do you like the outdoors? Burbank is a gateway to the Verdugo Mountains, which are crisscrossed with hiking trails. A workout here is rewarded with spectacular views of Burbank, the Hollywood Hills and downtown L.A. For golf enthusiasts, DeBell Golf Club features regulation 18-hole and par-3 courses. And during the summer, outdoor amphitheater the Starlight Bowl hosts a music series. If you’re jetting into or out of L.A., you can escape the hassles of LAX by opting for Burbank’s uncongested Bob Hope Airport. It offers nonstop flights to many cities across the country and is centrally located, with easy access to Hollywood, downtown L.A. and the San Gabriel Valley.

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The Valley is a sprawling collection of communities, each with its own attractions and charms. Immortalized in movies as diverse as Chinatown and Valley Girl, the area derives its name from Mission San Fernando Rey de España, the historic landmark on the Valley’s northernmost edge.

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The Federal Bar in North Hollywood. Opposite, from left: Universal CityWalk in Universal City; a dessert from renowned Porto’s Bakery in Burbank

NEW IN TOWN

The Fiscal Agent

The inventive cocktails are the stars at this classy bar tucked above barbecue joint Barrel & Ashes. 11801 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818.623.8088

Hyperion Public The trendy Silver Lake pub opens a Valley location in the former King’s Head space. 12969 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818.464.3750

McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams

The Santa Barbarabased brand unveils a new scoop shop offering artisanal flavors and cookies baked in-house. 12073 Ventura Place, Studio City, 818.308.7789

North Hollywood

North Hollywood wasn’t much of a tourist destination until the community transformed its commercial core into the NoHo Arts District, now filled with nearly two dozen professional theaters, including the landmark El Portal Theatre. These venues present some of the most innovative stage performances in L.A., and neighboring dance studios and art galleries contribute to the scene. With restaurants like the Federal Bar, a lively gastropub with a full calendar of music and comedy, and Idle Hour, a hot newer bar in a barrel-shaped landmark building from the 1940s, the momentum continues for this transit-linked urban village. From NoHo’s Metro station, you can access central Hollywood and downtown via the Red Line subway or board the Orange Line, a sleek express bus that traverses the entire San Fernando Valley.

Ventura Boulevard

This iconic, palm-lined boulevard stretches 20 miles across the San Fernando Valley. Immortalized in music by Frank Zappa and

Tom Petty, the boulevard is an integral part of L.A. culture and home to a burgeoning dining scene. In Studio City, it’s lined with eateries, including entertainment-industry-favored Art’s Deli, new favorite the Bellwether and a greater concentration of acclaimed sushi bars (such as Asanebo) than Little Tokyo claims. For shopping, there are charming boutiques, including Dari and Voyage et Cie, and beauty retreats such as Face Haus facial bar. Hip bars and restaurants including Firefly have helped to launch a nightlife scene. Farther west, as the boulevard winds its way through Sherman Oaks, you’ll encounter laid-back trattorias and bistros, as well as shops such as Abundance, a boutique showcasing plus-size designer fashions. Sherman Oaks is also home to Westfield Fashion Square, anchored by Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s and featuring upscale boutiques. Sherman Oaks Galleria is near the junction of the 405 and 101 freeways; draws include ArcLight Cinemas, where there’s a chance you’ll see famous faces drawn to the Valley by its familyoriented lifestyle.

Deep in the Valley

Westfield Topanga shopping center is loaded with exclusive designer boutiques, including Louis Vuitton and David Yurman. The Village lifestyle destination opened last fall, expanding the center’s retail and dining options. Farther west off the Ventura Freeway (U.S. 101) is Calabasas, where celebrities move for more elbow room. Upscale shopping and casual eateries live at the Commons at Calabasas, an elegant openair destination. A few exits beyond that is Westlake Village, where locals hit the luxurious spa or do lunch at the Four Seasons. Visitors to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum in neighboring Simi Valley can step aboard an actual Air Force One, visit a full-size replica of the White House Oval Office and learn all about America’s 40th president. North on the Golden State Freeway (I-5) in Valencia, coaster enthusiasts gather at Six Flags Magic Mountain for rides too wild for Disneyland. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 94.

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South Bay

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

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

Manhattan Beach

Nineteen miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach boasts 2 miles of beaches with sand so fine that developers from Waikiki Beach in Honolulu imported it in the 1920s. This laid-back city is home to many professional athletes: You may spot an L.A. Kings player as you walk along the Strand, the pedestrian promenade sandwiched between multimillion-dollar homes and the beachfront bike trail. At the end of the city’s picturesque pier, the Roundhouse Aquarium delights with touch tanks. The pier features plaques commemorating winners of the Manhattan Beach Open—the South Bay is die-hard beach-volleyball country. It’s also a playground for water-sports enthusiasts, including bodyboarders and surfers. East of the pier along Manhattan Beach Boulevard and Manhattan Avenue are chic boutiques and a burgeoning dining scene, with restaurants such as The Arthur J, Love & Salt, Little Sister and The Strand House drawing gourmets from across L.A. The Metlox center 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 with Manhattan Beach, including a scenic 2-mile stretch of beachfront punctuated by volleyball nets, fitness buffs weaving along the Strand (here merged with the bike path) and a pier studded with bronze plaques commemorating surfing legends. Come late afternoon, the pedestrian plaza at Pier Avenue west of Hermosa Avenue becomes a different kind of South Bay scene, thanks to spillover from packed bars and restaurants such as Hennessey’s and Killer Shrimp. Beyond Pier Plaza, on Hermosa Avenue, Jay Leno still draws crowds to the Comedy & Magic Club with Sunday-night shows. To the plaza’s east, café/boutique Gum Tree and Steak & Whisky are standouts among the specialty shops and eateries that line Pier Avenue. Farther east, Becker’s carries surfboards and beachwear.

Redondo Beach

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

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

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

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

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NEW IN TOWN

Brouwerij West

The local craft-beer maker’s brewery and tasting room opens at the Port of Los Angeles. 110 E. 22nd St., Warehouse 9, San Pedro, 310.833.9330

Playa Amor

L.A.-native chef Thomas Ortega’s new restaurant offers modern-Mexican seafood dishes. Marketplace, 6527 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, 562.430.2667

Smitten Ice Cream

This Bay Area brand serves made-to-order treats with the help of liquid nitrogen. The Point, 850 S. Sepulveda Blvd., El Segundo, 424.220.7100

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

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

The horseshoe-shaped pier in Redondo Beach

Palos Verdes Peninsula

Beyond Redondo Beach rises the Palos Verdes Peninsula, a rugged 26-square-mile area known for majestic bluffs that afford sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Catalina Island. Head a few miles inland via Palos Verdes Drive North to the 87-acre South Coast Botanic Garden, a yearround attraction boasting 200,000 plants. Or hug the coast on Palos Verdes Drive West to Rancho Palos Verdes’ Point Vicente Interpretive Center, a popular gray-whalewatching site. Just beyond the adjacent Point Vicente lighthouse is the Mediterraneanstyle Terranea Resort, which offers fine dining, a 50,000-square-foot oceanfront spa and a public nine-hole golf course. Farther along is the Wayfarers Chapel, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s son Lloyd Wright. The impressive Swedenborgian “glass church” is a popular wedding venue. The nearby 18-hole public course at Trump National Golf Club is top-ranked.

G R E AT F I N D

San Pedro

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

/ windows on the world

➺ Over the past 20 years, sports and lifestyle photographer Bo Bridges has traveled

to 35 countries, gone swimming with sharks and hung out of helicopters to get the perfect shot. Fortunately, you need only venture to Bo Bridges Gallery in downtown Manhattan Beach for a view of the thrill-seeker’s journeys. There you’ll find customizable open and limited-edition prints, as well as wearable art like socks, T-shirts and hats emblazoned with Bridges’ photography. Sports and music fans shouldn’t miss the wall of fame (if we name-dropped, you’d hear Beyoncé, Landon Donovan and Kobe Bryant). And visitors looking to bring home a piece of the South Bay will love Bridges’ signature shots of the pier just outside the gallery’s doors. 1108 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.937.3764, bobridgesgallery.com —L.C.

In the county’s southwest corner, Long Beach boasts a busy commercial port, an attraction-packed waterfront and more than 5 miles of beaches. A popular draw is the 1,020-foot-long Queen Mary, a historic, supposedly haunted ship-turned-hotel, dining and shopping attraction permanently moored in Long Beach Harbor. The Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, The Pike Outlets, the Aquarium of the Pacific and Shoreline Village are nearby. From the village, you can follow the Shoreline pedestrian bike path 3.1 miles, past the Long Beach Museum of Art and into the Belmont Shore neighborhood. Here you’ll find shops and restaurants along 2nd Street, Bay Shore Beach, the Belmont Pier and windsurfing and kite-surfing lessons. Across a small channel is Naples, where you can take gondola rides through the canals and dine at restaurants such as Michael’s on Naples. Downtown, along 4th Street between Junipero and Cherry avenues, vintagefurniture and clothing shops make up funky “Retro Row.” In the emergent East Village Arts District, hip galleries and boutiques are sprouting where Linden Avenue meets Broadway. Farther east, an impressive collection of modern and contemporary works decks the walls of the Museum of Latin American Art. For bold items, see listings in the where guide. For a detailed map of these neighborhoods, see page 93.

FROM TOP: EDWIN SANTIAGO; COURTESY BO BRIDGES GALLERY

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New to downtown’s hip nightlife scene is Arts District Brewing Co., a venture from 213 Hospitality’s Cedd Moses that embraces the craft-beer craze. The 17,000-square-foot space consists of a brewery run by Devon Randall of cult favorite San Diego brewpub Pizza Port and Brian Lenzo of Hollywood’s Blue Palms Brewhouse; a tasting room and a patio for enjoying both original and guest beers; and a takeout window where patrons can order from Neal Fraser’s Fritzi, a follow-up to the chef’s popular Original Farmers Market stand, Fritzi Dog. Pair your brew with a gourmet burger, a jalapeño-chicken dog or potato waffles. An entertainment area with games like giant Jenga and Skee-Ball completes the feel-good atmosphere. 828 Traction Ave., downtown, 213.519.5887

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ABIGAILE A venture of Blackhouse Hospitality (Little Sister, Steak & Whisky, Día de Campo), this funky, graffiti-muraled American brasserie with rooftop bar is lots of fun. Executive chef Tin Vuong presents escargot “poppers,” lamb- belly poutine and a serious burger, washed down with house-brewed beer. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 1301 Manhattan Ave., Hermosa Beach, 310.798.8227 $$ Map L13

Index

ANIMAL Bare-bones eatery, from the guys known to Food Network fans as the “Two Dudes,” is a carnivore’s dream. Delectable takes on offal (such as crispy pig’s ear) and a bacon-chocolate-crunch bar for dessert. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 435 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.782.9225 $$$ Map I13

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.

American..............................60 Japanese................................65 Breweries/Gastropubs..... 61 Mediterranean....................66 British/Irish........................... 61 Mexican/Latin.................... 67 California................................ 61 Pan-Asian..............................68 Chinese..................................62 Seafood..................................68 Eclectic/Fusion...................62 Spanish..................................68 French.....................................62 Steak.......................................68 Italian......................................63 Thai..........................................69

Artful Eating The Broad is L.A.’s hottest cultural ticket, but sharing in the spotlight is adjacent restaurant Otium, the first solo project of chef Timothy Hollingsworth (the French Laundry, Barrel & Ashes). For his rustic, marketdriven menu (e.g., falafel with eggplant, cucumber, Meyer lemon and chickpea, pictured above; funnel cake with foie gras, strawberry, fennel and balsamic; and hazelnut-and-vanilla mille-feuille), the chef sources sustainable ingredients from Otium’s mezzanine garden. The restaurant’s design is as appealing as its cuisine: Inside the modern wood-and-glass structure, a rain chandelier decorates the dining room, while a mural by Damien Hirst—whose work also resides in the Broad— graces the exterior. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 222 S. Hope St., downtown, 213.935.8500 $$$ Map H16

BUTCHERS & BARBERS Local bar-masters the Houston brothers present this lively American bistro. A charcuterie board and roasted garlic-rosemary popcorn can be shared before moving on to an 18-ounce bone-in pork chop with plum-pine-nut gremolata. Creative artisanal cocktails and a vintage setting—Charlie Chaplin once lived in the building—enhance the experience. D (Tu-Su). 6531 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.461.1464 $$ Map H14 THE CHURCH KEY With off-menu items rolled table to table, this trendy spot has adopted the charm and spontaneity of dim sum. Signature dishes include the tapiocacrusted tai snapper. Mixologists dressed as Pan Am flight attendants steer airline food carts loaded with liquid-nitro cocktails. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8730 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 424.249.3700 $$ Map H12 CLAIM JUMPER Saloon-style eatery features grill fare and its own label of craft beer. L (varies by location), D (nightly), Br (varies by location). 3500 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 818.260.0505; 820 W. Huntington Drive, Monrovia, 626.359.0463; 9429 Tampa Ave., Northridge, 818.718.2882; 25740 The Old Road, Valencia, 661.254.2628; 6501 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, 562.431.1321 $ Map T22, Q23, north of A1 (2), D4 CLIFTON’S This kitschy downtown cafeteria, which dates back to the 1930s, recently reopened after a multimilliondollar renovation. The huge, multiple-story eatery offers old-school cuisine like a roast-meat-carving station and Jell-O for dessert, as well as a craft-beer bar, all with woodland ambiance. Check website for new offerings and extended hours. L, D (daily). 648 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.627.1673, cliftonsla.com $$ Map I16 CRAFT New York chef Tom Colicchio of TV’s Top Chef brings his signature concept to L.A. The restaurant delivers an endless, contemporary-American à la carte menu, with fun, shareable dishes including roasted octopus and diver scallops with vermouth butter. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 10100 Constellation Blvd., L.A., 310.279.4180 $$$$ Map K11 FREDS AT BARNEYS Inside Beverly Hills retail destination Barneys New York, the first West Coast outpost of the retailer’s signature restaurant is a go-to for brunch, power lunches, shopping breaks and happy hour. Try the robiolawith-truffle-oil pizza. L (daily), Br (Sa-Su). 9570 Wilshire Blvd., fifth floor, Beverly Hills, 310.777.5877 $$$ Map J11 INDEPENDENCE This bright, friendly tavern in downtown Santa Monica pays homage to the Los Angeles & Independence Railroad, which connected downtown L.A.

with what is now the Santa Monica Pier back in 1875. The restaurant’s casual setting belies its refined New American cuisine that includes a kale chopped salad and orecchiette tuna confit. L, (Tu-F), D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 205 Broadway, Santa Monica, 310.458.2500 $$$ Map L8 INK. Top Chef winner Michael Voltaggio showcases daring molecular gastronomy at his first restaurant. Explore the constantly changing à la carte small plates such as smoked trout with radish and roe. D (nightly). 8360 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.651.5866 $$$ Map I12 JOAN’S ON THIRD Celebrity-frequented café on busy West 3rd Street, as well as a new location in the Valley, offers omelets, sandwiches, salads, soups and sweets, plus picnic baskets, gourmet items. B, L, D (daily). 8350 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.655.2285; 12059 Ventura Place, Studio City, 818.201.3900 $ Map I12, T18 LEDLOW Chef Josef Centeno, who rules downtown’s Old Bank District (Bäco Mercat, Bar Amá, Orsa & Winston) has transformed Pete’s Café into Ledlow, a place with vintage good looks. The versatile chef offers twists on classic bistro dishes, American favorites and diverse cultural staples (e.g., brioche French toast and chicken schnitzel). B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 400 S. Main St., downtown, 213.687.7000 $$ Map I17 M.B. POST Chef David LeFevre serves small plates of seafood, fresh-baked breads, cured meats and more in the space of a former post office. The “Eat Your Vegetables” menu makes green beans and Brussels sprouts look tantalizing. L (F-Su), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 1142 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.5405 $$$ Map L13 ODYS + PENELOPE Churrasco and grill features a live-fire grill and wood-fired smoker. Eclectic, flavorful cuisine is accompanied by a menu of craft beer, wine and handcrafted cocktails. Vegan, vegetarian and glutenfree options also available. D (nightly). 127 S. La Brea Ave., L.A., 323.939.1033 $$$ Map B2 OX & SON Farm-to-table restaurant and wine/cocktail bar is a fitting addition to charming Montana Avenue. Creative comfort-food menu includes items like mushroom parmesan cavatelli, plus gluten-free options. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 1534 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, 310.829.3990 $$$ Map K8 PLAN CHECK KITCHEN + BAR A growing minichain from chef Ernesto Uchimura. Contemporary takes on American classics are complemented with craft beers and premium whiskeys. Try the acclaimed Plan Check Burger, topped with dashi cheese and ketchup leather. L, D (daily). 1800 Sawtelle Blvd., L.A., 310.444.1411; 351 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.591.0094; 1111 Wilshire Blvd., downtown, 213.403.1616 $$ Map K9, I12, H16

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BIRCH Cahuenga Corridor spot from chef Brendan Collins (Waterloo & City) serves a seasonally driven menu (the rabbit baklava with dates, white beans, pistachio and carrots is a standout) in a whitewashed, clean-lined space. D (nightly), Sunday roast noon-5 pm. 1634 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood, 323.960.3369 $$$ Map H13

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REDBIRD Acclaimed chef Neal Fraser’s contemporary American cuisine is offered in the rectory of the former Cathedral of St. Vibiana, making Redbird both a cultural and culinary landmark. Rack of red wattle pork and chicken potpie are part of an intriguing menu. An updated Spanish baroque decor and retro-inspired cocktails complete the scene. L (Tu-F), D (nightly). 114 E. 2nd St., downtown, 213.788.1191 $$$ Map H17 SALT CREEK GRILLE Enjoy mesquite-grilled burgers, chops, steaks and seafood and an interesting selection of California beers and wines at these classic American restaurants, which boast outdoor patios and live music. El Segundo: L, D (daily). Valencia: L, D (daily); Br (Su). 2015 E. Park Place, El Segundo, 310.335.9288; 24415 Town Center Drive, Suite 115, Valencia, 661.222.9999 $$ Map L14, north of A2 THE STRAND HOUSE This beachside restaurant boasts awesome ocean and pier views and a breezy, stylish bar that draws a lively but sophisticated crowd. Executive chef Greg Hozinsky’s menu includes such starters as foie gras and charcuterie, which might be followed by branzino with black-truffle risotto. Don’t miss pastry chef Stephanie Franz’s doughnuts! L (Tu-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 117 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.7470 $$$ Map L13

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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; 3229 Helms Ave., Culver City, 310.736.2224 $$ Map L8, L11 PUBLIC KITCHEN & BAR Refined menu offers elevated versions of classic dishes; bar serves cured meats, cheeses and fresh cocktails. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.769.8888 $$$ Map G13 SIMMZY’S Popular pub with locations in Manhattan Beach, Long Beach, Burbank and just off the Venice pier. The newer locations share the Manhattan Beach original’s friendly vibe and wide selection of craft beers (many locally brewed), hearty burgers (try the classic Simmzy’s), sandwiches, salads and other fresh fare. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 3000 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 818.962.2500; 5271 E. 2nd St., Long Beach, 562.439.5590; 229 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.546.1201; 37 Washington Blvd., Venice, 424.835.6580 $ Map T20, O17, L13, N9

British/Irish O’BRIEN’S IRISH PUB Pub and restaurant with brews and spirits, Irish and American cuisine, outdoor patio and live entertainment. L, D (daily); Br (Su). 2941 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.396.4725 $ Map M8 YE OLDE KING’S HEAD Cozy pub/restaurant with traditional English fare, including acclaimed fish and chips. B, L, D (daily); high tea (M-Sa). 116 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.451.1402 $ Map L8

California Cuisine 208 RODEO This gem of a café sits above Via Rodeo’s cobblestone street at luxe Two Rodeo, offering all-day California cuisine with pan-Asian and French influences. Dishes include kobe burgers, seafood salad and penne arrabbiata. B, L, D (daily). Two Rodeo, 208 Via Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.275.2428 $$ Map J11 CAVATINA Esteemed East Coast chef Michael Schlow’s first L.A. restaurant serves simple, local, delicious cuisine inside the rock 'n' roll-steeped Sunset

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PLANT FOOD AND WINE Restaurant from Matthew Kenney takes a raw, locally sourced and plant-based approach to dining. Indoor and outdoor seating, with a patio sheltered by olive trees and complete with a garden of fruits, herbs and edible flowers. Pair your meal with a glass of wine from an extensive organic and biodynamic selection. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 1009 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.450.1009 $$$ Map N9

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Marquis hotel. Don’t miss Schlow’s award-winning burger. B, L, D (daily); Br (Su). 1200 Alta Loma Road, West Hollywood, 310.358.3759 $$$ Map H12 COMMISSARY Buzzworthy poolside eatery from Roy Choi serves farm-to-table dishes in a greenhouselike setting. Emphasis on fruit- and vegetable-themed dishes and drinks makes it very vegetarian- and veganfriendly, but you’ll find a few meaty dishes on the menu as well. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). The Line Hotel, secondfloor greenhouse, 3515 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 213.368.3030 $$ Map J14 FIG RESTAURANT Dine on a seasonal menu of bistro fare at this restaurant inside the Fairmont Miramar; charcuterie and cheese bar open at dinnertime. Sunday brunch features the virtuous, as well as the decadent, plus creative cocktails. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). Fairmont Miramar Hotel, 101 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.319.3111 $$ Map L8

PUMP Enchanted-garden-themed restaurant and bar from restaurateur and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Lisa Vanderpump features a patio with 100-year-old olive trees and a menu created by Food Network Star finalist Penny Davidi. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8948 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.657.7867 $$ Map I12 RUSTIC CANYON Discover boutique wines while sampling small plates of market-driven, Mediterraneaninspired fare. Clam pozole is just one of the winners. Hide in a cozy booth or mingle at the communal table. D (nightly). 1119 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.393.7050 $$$ Map L8 SPAGO An L.A. institution, Wolfgang Puck’s flagship restaurant features a modern dining room and a daily changing menu that may include dishes like veal “Wiener schnitzel” and spicy tuna tartare. Glimpse some of the 30,000 wine bottles on offer in a glass-ensconced “wine wall.” L (Tu-Sa), D (nightly). 176 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.385.0880 $$$$ Map I11 THE TASTING KITCHEN Foodies come for the daily changing menu of innovative yet unpretentious cuisine from culinary-darling chef Casey Lane: small or large plates of cured meats, artisan cheeses, vegetables, seafood and pastas. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 1633 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.392.6644 $$$ Map M9

GIRASOL Chef CJ Jacobson, a former Top Chef contestant, forages for fresh, exotic ingredients in the Santa Monica Mountains to incorporate into an inventive California menu (e.g., hamachi with white fir and wild sorrel, whole crispy red snapper with chili-kumquat sauce). The restaurant, decorated like a giant sunflower (girasol, in Spanish), is part of a Studio City dining renaissance. D (nightly), Br (Su). 11334 Moorpark St., Studio City, 818.924.2323 $$$ Map U19

TAVERN Chef Suzanne Goin’s third L.A. restaurant explores rustic Cal-Med fare in chic environs, including a popular sunlit indoor patio. The frequently changing menu might include “devil’s chicken” with leeks and mustard breadcrumbs. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 11648 San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood, 310.806.6464 $$$ Map J9

HINOKI & THE BIRD Inside luxury residential tower the Century, taste Japanese and Southeast Asian flavors in such dishes as lobster rolls with green curry and Thai basil, and black cod scented with the smoke of the namesake hinoki wood. L (M-F), D (Tu-Sa). 10 W. Century Drive, Century City, 310.552.1200 $$$ Map J10

TERRINE Comfortable, elevated California brasserie fare (moules frites, pizza with truffle cheese and sage) from chef Kris Morningstar, restaurateur Stephane Bombet and managing partner/wine director Francois Renaud. The patio, which is dominated by a magnificent tree and dotted with sparkling lights, is as romantic as they come. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8265 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.746.5130 $$$ Map I12

LEONA Top Chef and Knife Fight alum chef Nyesha Arrington serves upscale, seasonally driven “progressive California cuisine” (bulgogi-braised short rib; coctel mixto) a few blocks east of the Venice pier. Don’t miss her burger—one of the city’s best—or freshly baked cookies served from a takeout window. L (M-F), D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 123 W. Washington Blvd., Venice, 310.822.5379 $$$ Map N9 LOVE & SALT Dine on creative Cal-Italian fare (e.g., duck-egg pizza and whole roasted pig head) in this buzzy South Bay spot. Chef de cuisine/pastry chef Rebecca Merhej’s desserts are divine. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 317 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.5252 $$$ Map L13 MAUDE Celebrity chef Curtis Stone, an Aussie with a strong classical background, helms this intimate, 25-seat Beverly Hills restaurant named after his grandmother. Every month a different seasonal ingredient is showcased and artfully presented in a nine-course menu. D (Tu-Sa). 212 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.859.3418 $$$$ Map J11

VIVIANE The Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills’ swanky new poolside restaurant features a menu by chef Michael Hung (Faith & Flower), 1950s-inspired cocktails and a midcentury-modern design by Kelly Wearstler. California takes on European and American dishes include a beautiful salad of young lettuces and handmade linguine with geoduck and Manila clams. B, L (M-F); D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). 9400 W. Olympic Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.407.7791 $$$ Map J11

Chinese HOUSE OF MACAU Modern Chinese-fusion restaurant in the heart of Hollywood from entrepreneur and music mogul Manny Halley. D (Tu-Su). 1600 Vine St., L.A., 323.745.5038 $$ Map H14 MEIZHOU DONGPO Sichuan fare in ultramodern surroundings at Westfield Century City mall. L, D (daily). 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Century City, 310.788.0120 $$ Map J11

MR CHOW The L.A. County editions of scene-y restaurants in New York and London offer Imperial Beijing cuisine. Beverly Hills: L (M-F), D (nightly). Malibu: D (nightly). 344 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.278.9911; Malibu Country Mart, 3835 Cross Creek Road, 18A, Malibu, 310.456.7600 $$$ Map I11, K7

Eclectic/Fusion BÄCO MERCAT Chef Josef Centeno draws international praise for his inspired creations. The bäco, a flatbread sandwich, is his signature dish. Other selections include spicy hamachi crudo. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 408 S. Main St., downtown, 213.607.7000 $$ Map I16 CASSIA Part of restaurateurs Josh Loeb and Zoe Nathan’s burgeoning dining empire, this bustling Southeast Asian-inspired brasserie finds chef Bryant Ng (Spice Table) serving dishes like jellyfish salad and escargots with lemongrass-infused butter in a 1930s art deco building. D (nightly). 1314 7th St., Santa Monica, 310.393.6699 $$$ Map L8 MAISON AKIRA Fine French cuisine with Japanese flair (such as a bento box with American wagyu beef, miso sea bass and chawan mushi) in Pasadena’s Playhouse District. Nine-course omakase available. L (F), D (Tu-Su); Br (Su). 713 E. Green St., Pasadena, 626.796.9501 $$$ Map Q20 ORSA & WINSTON Chef/owner Josef Centeno draws on Japanese and Italian traditions at his acclaimed third restaurant. Select a vegetable, fish or meat grain bowl for lunch; for dinner, enjoy a daily changing six-course tasting menu with nightly supplements and an optional wine pairing. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Sa). 122 W. 4th St., downtown, 213.687.0300, $$$$ Map I16 TROIS MEC The holy foodie trinity of Ludo Lefebvre (LudoBites), Vinny Dotolo and Jon Shook (Animal, Son of a Gun) is behind this hot restaurant in a 24-seat former pizzeria. Diners must purchase advance tickets via the restaurant’s website to enjoy Lefebvre’s prix-fixe, five-course meal. Newer French-bar-style spinoff, Petit Trois, is next door. D (M-F). 716 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, troismec.com $$$$ 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. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 235 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.271.9910 $$$ Map J11 KENDALL’S BRASSERIE Located at the Music Center, Kendall’s is a convenient spot for before or after a performance. In addition to dishes with a contemporary flair, all the brasserie favorites are here (e.g., moules frites). L (M-F), D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.7322 $$ Map H16 THE LITTLE DOOR For a candlelit dinner in an elegant setting, this is the reservation ne plus ultra. At the West 3rd Street original, dine on rustic Mediterranean dishes under the stars or by a crackling fireplace. An additional location across from the Brentwood Country Mart is also charming, with several private rooms and intimate alcoves and a main dining room featuring a retractable roof. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su in Santa Monica only). 8164 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.951.1210; 246 26th St., Santa Monica, 310.310.8064 $$$ Map I12, K8 MÉLISSE At Mélisse, among L.A.’s highest-rated restaurants, chef/owner Josiah Citrin executes a sophisticated, modern French menu filled with luxe ingredients. Start with lobster bolognese with truffles before superb game dishes. D (Tu-Sa). 1104 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.395.0881 $$$$ Map M8

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Dining PATINA The Walt Disney Concert Hall pairs classicalmusic offerings with fine dining, thanks to its fine inhouse restaurant. Game dishes are a frequent presence on the menu. D (Tu-Su). 141 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.3331 $$$$ Map H16 RÉPUBLIQUE In a landmark once occupied by Charlie Chaplin’s studio, fine-dining veteran Walter Manzke and pastry-chef wife Margarita turn out bistro classics (e.g., escargots, duck confit and steak frites) for a trendy clientele huddling at communal tables. Café B, L (daily); Br (Sa-Su). Bistro D (nightly). 624 S. La Brea Ave., L.A., 310.362.6115 $$$ Map I13

Italian ALIMENTO Zach Pollack, half of the talent behind acclaimed Sotto, is behind this tiny, hip space in Silver Lake, where a clever menu features addictive chickenliver mousse with plum mostarda, crudo and pastas. The chef’s contrarian take on tortellini en brodo features dumplings filled with a hot broth that explodes in your mouth. Desserts include chocolate budino and almond polenta cake. D (Tu-Su). 1710 Silver Lake Blvd., Silver Lake, 323.928.2888 $$ Map east of W23 BESTIA Multiregional Italian restaurant in the hip Arts District. The former executive chef at Angelini Osteria serves up such “beast”-focused dishes as roasted marrow bone with spinach gnocchetti, breadcrumbs and aged balsamic, and a selection of house-cured meats. D (nightly). 2121 E. 7th Place, downtown, 213.514.5724 $$$ Map east of J17

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BOTTEGA LOUIE This palatial Italian restaurant, decked out in minimalist white marble, is a hip, noisy hall where young professionals convene over brick-ovencooked pizzas and share small plates of portobello fries and crab beignets. There’s a gourmet market and patisserie, too. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 700 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.802.1470 $$ Map I16 CECCONI’S This London-based restaurant caters to well-heeled clients who schmooze over bellinis and cicchetti (small plates). Pastas including a beautiful agnolotti del plin and seafood such as grilled octopus with capers are well-executed. B, L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 8764 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 310.432.2000 $$$ 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, 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

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DRAGO CENTRO Celestino Drago’s well-executed Italian fare—like l’anatra (duck breast, sweet-potato puree, cipollini onion, butternut squash and saba)—and extensive wine list in a contemporary and handsome space. L (M-F), D (nightly). 525 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.228.8998 $$$ Map H16 THE FACTORY KITCHEN Former Valentino chef Angelo Auriana turns his attention to a casual, industrialchic setting in the Arts District. Fresh-made pastas, beautiful cheeses and cured meats, complemented by an inventive cocktail program, contribute to a daily changing menu. L (M-F), D (nightly). 1300 Factory Place, downtown, 213.996.6000 $$$ Map J17 IL FORNAIO Trattoria-style favorite. Beverly Hills: B, L, D (daily). Manhattan Beach: L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). Pasadena: L, D (daily); Br (Su). 301 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.550.8330; 1800 Rosecrans Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.725.9555; 24 W. Union St., Pasadena, 626.683.9797 $$ Map J11, L13, Q19 GUSTO Victor Casanova’s intimate neighborhood ristorante has a look and feel reminiscent of his native

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Dining Bronx. Dishes such as polpette (pork meatballs) plated over chilled, whipped ricotta, charred baby octopus and fresh-made pastas deserve praise. L (M-F), D (nightly). 8432 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.782.1778 $$$ Map I13 JON & VINNY’S Family-friendly Italian diner from chefs/owners Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo has it all—pastries, pizza, pasta (made in-house) and meat entrées. Takeout and delivery are also available. B, L, D (daily). 412 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.334.3369 $$ Map B2

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LA VECCHIA CUCINA Rustic northern Italian in a laid-back bistro. More than a dozen pastas for dinner, plus pizzas, osso buco alla Romana and other traditional favorites. L, D (daily). 2654 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.399.7979 $$ Map M8 LOCANDA DEL LAGO Rustic family-owned restaurant overlooking Third Street Promenade. Michelinstarred chef Gianfranco Minuz turns out traditional northern Italian cuisine made with sustainable proteins and locally sourced ingredients. L, D (daily); Br (Su). 231 Arizona Ave., Santa Monica, 310.451.3525 $$ Map L8 MADDALENA Dining among the casks at San Antonio Winery; fresh pastas, seafood, paninis and more served with European hospitality. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 737 Lamar St., L.A., 323.223.1401 $$ Map G17 MATTEO’S An old favorite of the Rat Pack endures. Classic dishes include mussels in white wine and osso buco Milanese. D (Tu-Su). 2321 Westwood Blvd., L.A., 310.475.4521 $$ Map K10 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 $$$ Map H13 PIZZERIA MOZZA/MOZZA2GO The more relaxed sibling of Nancy Silverton and Mario Batali’s Mozza, Pizzeria Mozza features pizzas with Mediterranean ingredients, cheeses and salumi plates and rustic daily specials. Call ahead for delivery or takeout from Mozza2Go. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). Pizzeria Mozza: 641 N. Highland Ave., L.A., 323.297.0101; Mozza2Go: 6610 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.1130 $$ Map H13 RISTORANTE AL MARE Enjoy tastes of Italy and stellar beach and pier views from the rooftop deck of this three-story restaurant. L, D (daily). 250 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 310.458.4448 $$ Map L8

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TERRONI Southern Italian cooking including excellent thin-crust pizza. The downtown location inhabits a historic bank building. Downtown: L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). West Hollywood: L, D (daily); Br (SaSu). 802 S. Spring St., downtown, 213.221.7234; 7605 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 323.954.0300 $$ Map I16, J13 VALENTINO For more than 30 years, Piero Selvaggio has maintained his flagship’s status as a pre-eminent temple of Italian gastronomy. A telephone-book-sized wine list—often cited as America’s best—is supported

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Japanese ASANEBO Hidden in a strip mall but Michelin-rated, this cozy sushi bar and restaurant offers memorable sushi and inventive fare like seared toro 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

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ISE-SHIMA Located in the Miyako Hybrid Hotel in Old Town Torrance, Ise-Shima provides fresh sushi and other exciting Japanese dishes, recalling the array of seafood and marine delicacies Japan’s Ise Shima region offers. The expansive restaurant consists of a sushi bar, lounge space, large communal table and an alfresco terrace. B, L, D (daily). 21381 S. Western Ave., Torrance, 310.320.6700 $$ Map M14 KATANA Robata-style cuisine: open-flame-grilled meat, vegetables, seafood on skewers. Stylish rooms, patio. D (nightly). 8439 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.650.8585 $$$ Map H12 KATSUYA Sushi chef Katsuya Uechi turns out exotic delicacies in sultry spaces by designer Philippe Starck. 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 MUSASHIYA New udon restaurant in Westwood Village serves housemade noodles, available hot or cold, with a choice of three dipping broths: rich miso sprinkled with sesame, simmered beef with thin-sliced meat, and spicy soy milk with ground pork. L, D (M-Sa). 1049 Gayley Ave., L.A., 310.208.5999 $ Map J9

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Q The omakase-only experience at this intimate sushi bar showcases the artistry and discipline of chef/owner Hiroyuki Naruke in items like miso-marinated uni and monkfish as rich as foie gras. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Sa). 521 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.225.6285 $$$$ Map I16 ROBATA BAR Japanese grilling from the Sushi Roku, Katana and Boa team. Striking design by Dodd Mitchell. D (nightly). 1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.458.4771 $$$ Map L8 ROKU This new Sunset Strip hot spot from the team behind Sushi Roku presents elevated teppanyaki (e.g., A-5 Japanese wagyu and Santa Barbara spot prawns) prepared at interactive grill tables, as well as sushi, omakase offerings and an extensive selection of Japanese whiskeys. L (M-F), D (nightly). 9201 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2060 $$$ Map H12

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Dining SUSHI ROKU Nouvelle Japanese, sleek decor and a creative menu. For foodies 10 and under, Sushi Roku Pasadena offers a fun “okosama” kids’ menu with four bento-box options. L, D (daily). 1401 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.458.4771; 33 Miller Alley, Pasadena, 626.683.3000 $$$ Map L8, Q19

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Mexican/Latin BROKEN SPANISH The upscale sister of B.S. Taqueria (below), this “modern Mexican” restaurant near L.A. Live serves classically trained chef Ray Garcia’s innovative twists on traditional dishes. D (nightly). 1050 S. Flower St., Suite 102, downtown, 213.749.1460 $$$ Map I15 B.S. TAQUERIA The casual, colorful setting at this Ray Garcia-helmed spot offers the right vibe for lemonpepper chicken chicharrones or clam-and-lardo tacos. A B.S. Taqueria concession stand serving tacos and churros recently debuted at Staples Center. L (M-F), D (nightly). 514 W. 7th St., L.A., 213.622.3744 $$ Map H15

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RED O Rick Bayless, one of America’s leading authorities on Mexican cuisine, is consulting chef at these sexy eateries (the Santa Monica location opened last summer). Many of his thoughtful dishes are grounded in tradition, such as classic albacore ceviche and cochinita pibil. D (nightly). 8155 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.655.5009; 1541 Ocean Ave., Suite 120, Santa Monica, 310.458.1600 $$$ Map I12, L8 TORTILLA REPUBLIC This casual-chic WeHo restaurant serves up modern Mexican cuisine made with unique ingredients and rich in flavor. Sidle up to the

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Dining CAFE DEL REY Ogle impressive pleasure boats in the marina at this waterfront restaurant with plentiful fresh catch, a raw bar and prime cuts of steak. Stop in for its great nightly happy hour, too. L (M–F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 4451 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, 310.823.6395 $$$ Map N9

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white onyx bar or enjoy alfresco dining on the large patio. L (Tu-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 616 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.657.9888 $$ Map I12

Pan-Asian CRUSTACEAN A glass-covered koi-filled stream meanders under the bar at this Cal-Vietnamese eatery, and diners indulge in items from a “secret kitchen” in which only the owners’ family members and select longtime staff members are allowed. The garlic noodles are a signature. L (M-F), D (nightly). 9646 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.205.8990 $$$ Map I11 THE DISTRICT BY HANNAH AN One of the celebrated An sisters—her family introduced Crustacean (above)—celebrates her Vietnamese heritage with a cuisine that reflects authenticity while incorporating California sensibilities in a chic indoor-outdoor space. Dishes like turmeric-crusted sea bass, lobster with handmade noodles, and Vietnamese chicken curry are enjoyed with cocktails infused with Southeast Asian flavors. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Su). 8722 W. 3rd St., L.A., 310.278.2345 $$$ Map I12

ENTERPRISE FISH CO. Established in 1979, this restaurant is a local favorite when it comes to seafood. Wild-caught fish, fresh seafood and steaks are cooked over a mesquite charcoal grill in an exhibition kitchen set in the middle of the dining room. L, D (daily). 174 Kinney St., Santa Monica, 310.392.8366 $$$ Map M9 FISHING WITH DYNAMITE David LeFevre, a Water Grill alum, loads his menu with East Coast inspirations, as well as some innovative dishes. Among the old-school small plates in this tiny, charming restaurant are New England-style clam chowder with Nueske’s bacon and Maryland blue-crab cakes with housemade pickles and remoulade. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 1148 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.893.6299 $$$ Map L13 GLADSTONE’S MALIBU One of SoCal’s biggest hits, with a million visitors each year. Dramatic ocean views. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 17300 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacific Palisades, 310.454.3474 $$ Map west of K7 THE HUNGRY CAT East Coast fare in hip little spots. Dine on dishes such as crab cakes or chilled crab legs and you-peel or they-peel shrimp by the halfpound. Hollywood: L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). Santa Monica: D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). Sunset + Vine, 1535 N. Vine St., Hollywood, 323.462.2155; 100 W. Channel Road, Santa Monica, 310.459.3337 $$ Map H14, L7 PROVIDENCE Chef/owner Michael Cimarusti transforms seafood from the world’s most pristine waters into oft-changing dishes. Outstanding cocktails complement Michelin-recognized cuisine. L (F), D (nightly). 5955 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.460.4170 $$$$ Map I14

LITTLE SISTER At these trendy spots, young chef Tin Vuong brings sophisticated accents to pan-Asian cuisine with signatures like deep-fried Balinese meatballs with banana ketchup, Myanmar okra curry and saltand-pepper lobster. Downtown location opened in October. M.B.: L (F-Su), D (nightly). Downtown: B, L, D (daily). 1131 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.2096; 523 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.628.3146 $$ Map L13, I16

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

LUKSHON Sang Yoon of Father’s Office is behind this 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

BAR PINTXO Spanish tapas bar around the corner from the Santa Monica Pier offers authentic tortilla española, paella and croquetas de jamón and Spanish wines. L, D (daily). 109 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.458.2012 $$ Map M8

SIMBAL Chef Shawn Pham’s (the French Laundry, Craft, the Bazaar by José Andrés) first restaurant draws from his Vietnamese heritage. The tricky-to-find spot (it’s tucked into the side of Little Tokyo Mall) offers a cuisine that combines the best of Ho Chi Minh City’s food stalls with sophisticated technique and Pham’s playful attitude. Don’t miss mixologist Brandyn Tepper’s creative cocktails. D (Tu-Sa). 3319 E. 2nd St., Suite 202, downtown, 213.626.0244 $$$ Map H17 WP24 From its 24th-floor roost, WP24 proves that Wolfgang Puck, who pioneered Asian fusion, has still got the goods. Highlights include Singapore-style chili prawns and steamed bao filled with pork belly. Restaurant/lounge concept Nest at WP24 is adjacent. Dining room D (Tu-Sa). Nest D (nightly). Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles, 900 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.743.8824 $$$$ Map I15

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THE BAZAAR BY JOSÉ ANDRÉS Star chef José Andrés brings a whimsical set of Spanish-style dining experiences to the eminently stylish SLS Hotel. Tasting room Saam offers an unforgettable 20-pluscourse prix-fixe menu. Dining room D (nightly). Saam D (Th-Sa). 465 S. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.246.5555 $$$ Map H16 SMOKE.OIL.SALT “Casual world cuisine” and an impressive list of Spanish wines served in a lively location on Melrose. D (nightly), Br (Su). 7274 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.930.7900 $$ Map I13

Steak ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE This ultra luxurious interpretation of the classic American steakhouse incorporates Asian influences. Certified Angus beef

and one of L.A.’s widest selections of domestic and imported wagyu star on the menu. D (nightly). 111 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 626.486.1111 $$$ Map Q20 THE ARTHUR J This swanky Manhattan Beach steakhouse, helmed by chef David LeFevre (M.B. Post, Fishing With Dynamite), offers a classic menu that will delight any carnivore, but the seafood dishes and sides-with-a-twist are excellent as well. Sit in the midcentury-inspired, spacious dining room or at the bar. D (nightly). 903 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.878.9620 $$$$ Map C2 BALTAIRE Helmed by executive chef Travis Strickland, this sophisticated Brentwood restaurant offers plenty of prime steaks, wines by the glass, old-school charm and sun-or-star dining on its 2,500-square-foot terrace—perhaps best enjoyed with the Baltaire Julep cocktail in hand. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 11647 San Vicente Blvd., L.A., 424.273.1660 $$$$ Map J12 BOA Way hip, way fine steakhouse. Steak rubs and dips; out-there cocktails. Santa Monica: L, D (daily). West Hollywood: L (M-F), D (nightly). 101 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.899.4466; 9200 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2050 $$$ Map M8, H12 FOGO DE CHÃO Arguably the city’s best churrascaria—those Brazilian steakhouse-barbecue restaurants—is this restaurant with locations in Beverly Hills and downtown. Guests are treated to an endless procession of meats carved right onto their plates. L (Su-F), D (nightly). 133 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.289.7755; 800 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.228.4300 $$$ Map J12, I16 MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB At this on-the-waterfront eatery—the views are pure Malibu—starters like ahi tartare, lobster cocktail and caviar service are followed by fresh fish, whole Maine lobster or expertly prepared steaks. Sides like lobster mashed potatoes and Alaskan king crab/black-truffle gnocchi are legendary. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 18412 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.454.4357 $$$$ Map west of K7 MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE Swanky “steakhouse with personality.” Bone-in filet reigns; warm butter cake melts in your mouth. Penthouse at Mastro’s is an upstairs lounge. D (nightly). 246 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.888.8782 $$$ Map J11 MORTON’S Clubby ambiance, show-and-tell menu, huge portions. Beverly Hills, Woodland Hills: D (nightly). Downtown, Burbank: L (M-F), D (nightly). 435 S. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.246.1501; 6250 Canoga Ave., Woodland Hills, 818.703.7272; 735 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.553.4566; the Pinnacle, 3400 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, 818.238.0424 $$$ Map I11, west of A1, I16, T20 NICK + STEF’S A modern interpretation of the classic American steakhouse, Bunker Hill institution Nick + Stef’s recently underwent a complete overhaul of both its menu and its dining rooms, now a midcenturymodern vision in hues of coral, blue and caramel with brass touches. The menu from new executive chef Andreas Roller includes showstopping meat dishes as well as an expanded seafood menu. USDA Prime beef is aged on-site in a glass-encased aging chamber. L (M-F), D (nightly). Wells Fargo Building, 330 S. Hope St., downtown, 213.680.0330 $$$ Map H16 PISTOLA The sister restaurant to Victor Casanova’s Gusto opened last year, giving classic Italian steakhouse fare a modern twist. Enjoy classic dishes such as shrimp scampi, dry-aged Delmonico steak and bonein veal chop in an elegant space with a sleek, 1950s New York feel. D (nightly). 8022 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.951.9800 $$$ Map I13 STEAK & WHISKY Rustic meets modern at Steak & Whisky, which opened in downtown Hermosa Beach

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Dining last year. The fifth joint from chef/partner Tin Vuong and partner Jed Sanford of Blackhouse Hospitality Management (sister restaurants Abigaile and Día de Campo are steps away), it applies a blend of cultural influences to American classics like traditional porterhouse and dry-aged beef. D (nightly). 117 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, 310.318.5555 $$$$ Map L13 THE STINKING ROSE True to its motto, “We season our garlic with food,” this Restaurant Row mainstay offers eclectic, garlicky menu options including 40-Clove Garlic Chicken, Silence of the Lamb Shank and even garlic ice cream. Premium steak options include Little Devil Petite Filet Mignon and Dracula’s Porterhouse. Pianist Gary Sherer performs Th-Sa evenings in the Gar Bar. L, D (daily). 55 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.652.7673 $$ Map I12 STK The One Group’s renowned steakhouse has a sleek new L.A. home. Expect signature savory steaks, shellfish platters and jalapeño-cheddar grits, as well as new dishes such as seared foie gras with spiced rum and crispy lobster tails. D (nightly). W Los Angeles—West Beverly Hills, 930 Hilgard Ave., L.A., 310.659.3535 $$$ Map J10

Thai JITLADA THAI The wait for a table is long at this top-rated restaurant in East Hollywood’s Thai Town, but the Southern Thai specialties, such as moo mae chan (grilled pork Southern-style with papaya salad and sticky rice), are authentic and exceptional. L, D (Tu-Su). 5233 1/2 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.667.9809 $$ Map W22 NATALEE THAI Traditional Thai dishes are served amid edgy, modern decor. Among entrées are Nutty Chicken (a spicy combo of chicken, onion and dried chilies) and a sole filet in red curry sauce. Veggie lovers favor the spicy maha jumlong curry. L, D (daily). 10101 Venice Blvd., Culver City, 310.202.7003; 998 S. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.855.9380 $ Map L11, I11 NIGHT + MARKET For authentic Thai food, head to either the WeHo or Silver Lake location (the latter is Night + Market Song) of this hip spot from L.A.born chef Kris Yenbamroong. Celebrity diners include Gwyneth Paltrow and Lena Dunham. WeHo: L (Tu-Th), D (Tu-Su). Silver Lake: L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 9043 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.275.9724; 3322 W. Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.665.5899 $$ Map I12, south of W23

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PALMS THAI This spot near the Pantages theater is known more for its entertainment than its cooking, but both are worth the trip. Kavee Thongprecha, “the Thai Elvis,” does campy interpretations of the King’s repertory. Unusual menu items include frog legs with chili and basil. L, D (daily). 5900 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.462.5073 $ Map H14 POK POK LA This 200-seat Mandarin Plaza restaurant from award-winning chef Andy Ricker is just down the street from his Pok Pok Phat Thai in Chinatown. The menu’s five categories include drinking food, grilled things and sweet things. Standout items include Ike’s Vietnamese Fish Sauce Wings, sticky with umami. Ricker also works wonders with duck, ribs and vegetables. L, D (daily). 978 N. Broadway, downtown, 213.613.1831, $$ Map G17

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LADINING ENTERPRISE FISH CO. Serving fresh seafood since 1979, Enterprise Fish Co. is housed in a historic brick building that was renovated to resemble the quintessential wharfside eateries found along the Pacific Coast. Vintage photos of Venice Beach and other seaside locations on the walls set the beachy mood, as does the aquarium you pass by when entering. The restaurant’s open kitchen, set in the middle of the dining room, allows patrons to witness the catch of the day being cooked on a unique mesquite grill. Alternately, diners can eat alfresco on the cozy heated patio. The menu features favorites like wild-caught fish, Maine lobster and king crab legs, but don’t miss the steaks and decadent desserts. It’s no wonder Enterprise Fish Co. was voted locally as the No. 1 seafood restaurant in the area. Daily happy hour 4-7 pm. L, D (daily). 174 Kinney St., Santa Monica 310.392.8366 • enterprisefishcosantamonica.com

LOCANDA DEL LAGO Locanda del Lago blends organic produce from the Santa Monica Farmers Market and many other local purveyors with Italian ingredients to create dishes from Northern Italy’s Lombardy region. This family-run restaurant attracts celebrities, foodies, locals and travelers with its authentic and traditional recipes. Dishes feature high-quality meats and pastas such as all-natural Niman Ranch veal shank, salt baked wild sea bass, housemade ravioli and home-made buckwheat pappardelle. A full vegetarian menu is also available. Enjoy the breads, desserts and gelato, made in-house daily. The warm interior and sidewalk patio overlooking the bustling Third Street Promenade also offers a daily happy hour that features specialty cocktails and local and Italian wines. B (Su), L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 231 Arizona Ave., Santa Monica 310.451.3525 • lagosantamonica.com

BLUE PLATE OYSTERETTE Classic New England clam shack meets California-chic bistro at Blue Plate Oysterette on West 3rd Street, the popular sister location to the seaside Santa Monica staple. At BPO, a covered patio, large (fully stocked) bar and fresh modern interior by Tim Clarke Design offer ample seating and views into an open kitchen, where dishes such as oysters on the half shell, New England steamers, lobster rolls, Jonah crab cakes and lobster mac and cheese are prepared using seafood flown in from the East and West coasts. Enjoy the buzz of the local scene, and relax with friends over BPO bloody marys, spiked blueberry lemonades, lobster BLTs and smoked-salmon Benedicts during the weekend brunch. Bonus: Show your receipt for taking Uber or Lyft to the restaurant and receive $7 off your bill. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8048 W. 3rd Street, L.A. 323.656.5474 • blueplatewest3rd.com

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

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

THE STINKING ROSE— A GARLIC RESTAURANT The Stinking Rose has been a mainstay on the dining scene since 1996. The restaurant’s latest addition is a supplemental Garlic Stake menu, which includes such premium beef specialties as the Little Devil petite filet mignon, Dracula’s Porterhouse (a carnivore’s dream of the perfectly prepared cut, with New York and filet mignon cooked separately), a bone-in filet mignon and the newest addition, a ribeye steak. The Gar Bar is the perfect setting to enjoy an evening of standards and pop songs performed by piano man Gary Sherer, who tickles the ivories Thursday through Saturday nights. Settle into a cozy booth or find a seat at the bar and enjoy an evening of fine food and pure entertainment. L, D (daily). 55 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills 310.652.7673 • thestinkingrose.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

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ESTÉREL RESTAURANT Located in the Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, the recently redesigned Estérel Restaurant boasts a range of dining settings in which to enjoy executive chef Victor Boroda’s seasonally driven, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Guests can sip an aperitif in the French garden patio, Le Jardin, or host a private cocktail party in the Aviary. Two private dining rooms are available, as well; one serves as a chef’s table, where chef Borda blends French and California cuisines in custom tasting menus. In the open-plan main dining room, high-backed booths and deep blue walls create a sophisticated atmosphere, and an exhibition kitchen with a wood-burning oven provides a show. Additionally, guests can enjoy cocktails created by Ferrari Watts, Riviera 31 Lounge Bar’s resident mixologist. B,L,D (daily), Br (Su).

Plates Seared ahi tuna Grass-fed burger Squid-ink tagliatelle Grass-fed Angus skirt steak frites Poulet rôti Lamb shank Grilled Maine lobster Ancient grain bowl

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Entertainment Special Events TASTE OF THE EASTSIDE May 1 Sixth annual food and drink festival held in Cypress Park showcases the culinary diversity of eastern neighborhoods such as Silver Lake, Echo Park and Los Feliz, with proceeds benefiting local nonprofits. Participating purveyors include Mohawk Bend, Donut Farm and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. 4-8 pm (VIP 3 pm). General admission $40-$50, kids ages 2-12 $8, under 2 free; VIP $70-$80. Los Angeles River Center & Gardens, 570 W. Ave. 26, L.A., tasteoftheeastside.com Map north of G17 TCM CLASSIC FILM FESTIVAL Through May 1 View beloved classic films on the big screen at iconic Hollywood venues—oftentimes with the people who made them—at this annual film festival. This year’s theme—”Moving Pictures”—explores the emotion cinema evokes, with an emphasis on films that “bring us to tears, rouse us to action or inspire us.” Choose from a wide range of movie screenings including The Endless Summer (which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year), It’s a Wonderful Life and The King and I. Check filmfestival.tcm.com for schedule. Individual tickets $20$30, students $10-$15. Festival passes $299-$1,649. Children under 4 not admitted. TCL Chinese Theatre Imax, 6925 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood; Egyptian Theatre, 6712 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood; Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood; TCL Chinese 6 Theatres, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 877.826.5764 Map H13 HOLLYWOOD FARMERS MARKET 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Each Sunday in May, the Hollywood Farmers Market is celebrating 25 years of bringing fresh produce and community to Hollywood, marking the occasion with cooking demos by high-profile chefs, including Susan Feniger and Curtis Stone, book signings and more. L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti kicks off the festivities on May 1. See website for complete schedule. 1600 Ivar Ave., Hollywood, 323.463.3171, hfm.la Map H14 ROOFTOP FILM CLUB May 1-31 The U.K.’s “Number One Outdoor Cinema Series” returns to the rooftop of the historic Montalbán Theatre for its second season in L.A. Enjoy street food from Farmer’s Belly while you take in Hollywood views and watch classic (Casablanca), cult (Mulholland Drive) and contemporary (The Big Short) flicks. See website for schedule. $17 plus booking fees. 1615 Vine St., Hollywood, la.rooftopfilmclub.com Map H14

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CREATE & CULTIVATE May 7 Trendy conference for female entrepreneurs in the digital space focuses on millennials and offers mentor sessions, panels and talks by keynote speakers. The lineup includes Clique Media Group CEOs/founders Hillary Kerr and Katherine Power; Olive & June CEO/founder Sarah Gibson Tuttle; and keynote speakers Jessica Alba, Chelsea Handler and Rachel Zoe. Attendees will enjoy lunch from Sweetgreen, ice cream from CoolHaus, Sprinkles cupcakes, shopping at pop-up shops and a beauty loft. 8 am-9 pm. $300; VIP ticket $500. Hudson Loft, 1200 Hope St., downtown, createcultivate.com Map J16 ECHO PARK CRAFT FAIR May 7-8 This popular homegrown arts and design event showcases the wares of talented local artisans. Shop jewelry, shoes, ceramics, food items and more. Check website for hours. One day $10; weekend pass $16. Mack Sennett Studios, 1215 Bates Ave., Silver Lake, echoparkcraftfair.com Map W23 LA NUIT EN ROSÉ May 13-15 The first festival dedicated exclusively to rosé returns to the Mondrian hotel with a trio of events dedicated to the pink wine: a winepairing dinner at restaurant Ivory on Sunset, a poolside Rosé Sunset Soirée and a Rosé Pool Party at SkyBar. Each event will feature a selection of over 50 rosés, live

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.................... 73 Museums............................ 78 Theater................................. 73 Shopping Destinations.... 83 Music + Dance.................... 74 Sports.................................... 74 Attractions.......................... 76

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Studio Tours........................ 78 Beaches................................88 Studio Tapings................... 78 Tours + Transport..............89

music and a VIP Lounge. Check website for detailed schedule. Mondrian Los Angeles, 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.650.8999, nuitrose.com Map H12 CINESPIA May 14, 21, 28, 29 Cinespia cemetery screenings at Hollywood Forever Cemetery find crowds jostling for spots to watch cult films projected on a mausoleum wall. Also on hand are pre-movie DJs and themed photo booths. This month, the series kicks off its 15th season with highlights including Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Singin’ in the Rain. See website for full schedule. 8:30 pm. $16. 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, 877.435.9849, cinespia.org Map H14 CICLAVIA—SOUTHEAST CITIES PRESENTED BY METRO May 15 Several miles of L.A.’s normally congested streets turn into a car-free park for a walking and biking tour of the city’s most celebrated attractions. This month marks the first time CicLAvia is connecting six cities in southeastern Los Angeles—Huntington Park, Walnut Park, South Gate, Florence-Firestone, Lynwood and Watts—creating the country’s largest open-streets event. See ciclavia.org for additional route details. 9 am-4 pm. Free. 213.355.8500 Map C3 VENICE ART WALK & AUCTIONS May 22 Google’s Los Angeles headquarters hosts the Venice Family Clinic’s annual fundraiser, where a silent art auction and street festival help raise funds to provide primary health care to people in need (ticketed artist studio tours also are available for $50). This free community celebration includes entertainment, food, music and family activities that begin at noon. See website for details. 340 Main St., Venice, 310.664.7916, theveniceartwalk.org Map M8 FIESTA HERMOSA May 28-30 This semiannual festival, which calls itself the “largest arts and crafts fair in Southern California,” features some 300 artists and crafters, as well as food, live music, a “kiddie carnival,” a charity beer and wine garden and more. 10 am-6 pm. Free. See website for free parking and shuttle information. Hermosa Beach pier, Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, 310.376.0951, fiestahermosa.net Map L13 TOPANGA DAYS 2016 May 28-30 Enjoy music, a parade (May 29, 8:30 am) and old-fashioned fun at this 43nd annual fair. Spend Memorial Day weekend listening to live music by bands like the Avery Rose Band and Los Lobos and participating in sack races, an egg toss and a pie-eating contest. 10 am-7 pm. $15-$25 per day; $40$60 three-day pass, under 6 free. 1440 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga, 310.455.1980 Map west of B1

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CHICAGO THE MUSICAL Through May 1 Grammy winner Brandy Norwood takes the stage as Roxie Hart, after making the role her own on Broadway. See the

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Perhaps fitting for an institution dedicated to progressive architecture and design, the A+D Museum has inhabited many different spaces since its founding. Modeled after a Helsinki museum, A+D opened its doors in 2001 in downtown’s Bradbury Building—one of L.A.’s most iconic examples of architecture. Next, it took up residence on the Sunset Strip before moving to its longtime Miracle Mile home. Now it’s made its way to the Arts District, and the museum wears the area’s minimalist cool well. Its current exhibition, Come In! DTLA, runs all month and shines a light on innovative local designers who draw inspiration from downtown L.A. Featured artists include shoe designer Chris Francis and multifaceted designer Julia Körner, one of whose 3-D-printed fashions from her Sporophyte Collection is pictured above. p. 78

Visionary makeup artist to the stars Max Factor created lip gloss and the first commercially available foundation. The site of his salon now houses the Hollywood Museum. p. 81

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Entertainment 42ND STREET Opening May 31 See this classic musical and long-running hit, set on Broadway at the height of the Great Depression, and hear songs including “We’re in the Money” and “I Only Have Eyes for You.” This iteration is a slightly updated version of the Tony-winning 2001 revival. Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.468.1770 Map H13

Music + Dance CENTER FOR THE ART OF PERFORMANCE AT UCLA May 3 An Evening With David Sedaris. May 15 Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra: Mozart & Schumann. Royce Hall, UCLA, 405 Hilgard Ave., Westwood, 310.825.2101, cap.ucla.edu Map J10 DOROTHY CHANDLER PAVILION May 14, 19, 22, 25, 28 La Bohème, L.A. Opera, by Giacomo Puccini, conductor Speranza Scappucci, director Peter Kazaras, starring Nino Machaidze. 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.0711 Map H16 story about corruption and celebrity unfold and hear the musical’s iconic songs, including “All That Jazz” and “Razzle Dazzle.” Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.468.1770 Map H13 A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER Through May 1 This acclaimed musical comedy—it earned the 2014 Tony for best musical—arrives at the Ahmanson straight from New York. The play tells the story of Monty Navarro, a distant heir to a family fortune, who opts to take matters into his own hands by killing the eight relatives (all played by the same man) who stand in his way. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.628.2772 Map H16 IN & OF ITSELF Opening May 3 Performance artist Derek DelGaudio (David Blaine is a fan of his) both wrote and stars in this metaphorical labyrinth of a play, directed by the legendary Frank Oz. Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater, Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., Westwood, 310.208.5454 Map J10 FATHER COMES HOME FROM THE WARS (PARTS 1, 2 & 3) Through May 15 This epic tale—receiving its West Coast premiere here—takes place throughout the Civil War and follows a slave who is offered freedom if he joins his master in fighting with the Confederacy. The poignant work by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks won the 2015 Kennedy Center Prize for Drama. Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.628.2772 Map H16 STAGE KISS Through May 15 MacArthur “genius” Sarah Ruhl wrote this romantic comedy, a raucous play-withina-play about two co-stars igniting an old flame. Gil Cates Theater, Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., Westwood, 310.208.5454 Map J10 THE CITY OF CONVERSATION Opening May 17 A timely entry for campaign season, this play follows a well-known liberal who must adapt to her son’s new girlfriend—and newfound conservative worldview. Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.746.4000 Map I11

THE FONDA THEATRE May 3 Apocalyptica. May 4, 11, 18 Steel Panther. May 5 Lucius. May 6 Kvelertak. May 7 Fear Factory. May 9 Island Life, Hosted by Pete Wentz. May 10 Magic Man & the Griswolds. May 12 Glenn Hughes & Robin Zander. May 13 Coasts. May 16 Young Thug. May 20 Pvris. May 22 Morrissey’s 57th Unhappy Birthday Celebration With Sweet and Tender Hooligans. May 23 Titus Andronicus. May 24 Frightened Rabbit. May 25 Kaytranada. May 26 Moderat. May 27 Refused. May 31 Sam Beam (of Iron & Wine) & Jesca Hoop. 6126 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.464.6269 Map H14 THE FORUM May 1 American Country Countdown Awards, featuring Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line and Thomas Rhett. May 3-4 Rihanna. May 18 Hillsong United. May 20 Joe Walsh & Bad Company. 3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, 310.330.7300 Map O12 GREEK THEATRE May 7 Bobby Brown. May 13 John Prine and Jason Isbell With Amanda Shires. May 14 Caifanes. May 19 Mac DeMarco With Jonathan Richman. May 20 Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience. May 21 Tori Kelly With Thirdstory. May 28 The Wave’s Soulful Summer Concert Series Featuring War, Los Lonely Boys, Tierra and Malo. 2700 N. Vermont Ave., Griffith Park, L.A., 323.665.5857 Map V22 HOLLYWOOD BOWL May 7 The 14th Korea Times Music Festival. May 21 Janet Jackson. May 22-24 The Cure. May 28 Above & Beyond. 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.850.2000 Map G13 HOLLYWOOD PALLADIUM May 6 Kaskade. May 13 Bassrush Presents Uprising. May 19 Enrique Bunbury. 6215 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, 323.962.7600 Map H14 THE MASONIC LODGE AT HOLLYWOOD FOREVER May 2 Catfish and the Bottlemen. May 12 Son Lux. May 19 The Boxer Rebellion. May 26-27 Blonde Redhead. 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, 323.469.1181 Map H14

ENDGAME Through May 22 Often considered Samuel Beckett’s single greatest work, Endgame dives into his absurdist world and finds four characters preparing for oblivion throughout the course of one act. The prolific Alan Mandell both directs and stars in this version of the macabre comedy. Kirk Douglas Theatre, 9820 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 213.628.2772 Map L11

MICROSOFT THEATER May 1 Pentatonix. May 6 Hatsune Miku. May 7 Sesame Street Live “Make a New Friend.” May 11 The Neighbourhood. May 14 Googoosh. May 15 Arman Hovhannisyan. May 20 Fantasia & Anthony Hamilton. May 21 Noche De Recuerdo. May 25-27 Bethel Music Heaven Come Conference 2016. May 28 Banda Los Recoditos. 777 Chick Hearn Court, downtown, 213.763.6020 Map I15

BORROWED TIME Through May 29 L.A.-based magician Helder Guimarães—the youngest-ever World Champion of Card Magic—provides audiences with a memorable night at his immersive new one-man show, held in a top-secret location near Larchmont Village. Director J.J. Abrams and actor Paul Scheer are just two attendees who have left the limited-engagement experience astounded. borrowedtime.la

THE NOVO BY MICROSOFT May 1 Arabo Ispiryan. May 7 Tres Bandas Companeros: X & Los Lobos With the Blasters. May 12 Aesop Rock. May 13 Fat Joe & Remy Ma—A Tribute to Big Pun. May 14 Nemr Abou Nassar. May 16 Tech N9ne. May 19 Tribute Benefit Concert Benefiting MusiCares Map Fund, featuring Smokey Robinson, El Debarge, Kem, Kenny “Baby Face” Edmonds, CeeLo Green, Backstreet Boys and Tamar

Braxton. May 21 J Boog. May 25 Reggae Republic, featuring Katchafire, Gondwana, Mystic Roots, Arise Roots, Quinto Sol. May 26 Jim Norton: Mouthful of Shame Tour. May 27-28 The Used. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., L.A., 213.765.7000 Map J13 REDCAT May 2 Tom Gunning and Jonathon Rosen: Fantasia of Color in Early Cinema. May 6-7 The Next Dance Company. May 11-13 Steve Paxton: Bound. May 22-23 Studio: Spring 2016. 631 W. 2nd St., downtown, 213.237.2800 Map H16 ROSE BOWL STADIUM May 14 Beyoncé: The Formation World Tour. 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, 626.577.3100 Map P18 STAPLES CENTER May 25 The Who. 1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.742.7100 Map I15 THE THEATRE AT ACE HOTEL May 4 Radiotopia Live. May 5-6 Explosions in the Sky. May 7 The Drag Queens of Comedy. May 11 KPCC Presents Ask Me Another. May 13 Charles Bradley & His Extraordinaires. May 14-15 Andrew Bird. May 21 Wanda Sykes. 929 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.623.3233 Map I16 WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Through May 8 The Girl Who Forgot to Sing Badly. May 16 An Evening With Peter Sellars. 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.746.4000 Map I11 WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL May 6, 8 Andriessen Premiere: Theatre of the World, featuring Los Angeles Philharmonic, conductor Reinbert de Leeuw. May 10 Chamber Music for Brass, featuring members of the L.A. Philharmonic. May 11 Philharmonia Baroque: Handel & Pärt, featuring conductor Nicholas McGegan. May 13 Piatigorsky International Cello Festival: Bloch, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Leonard Slatkin, cellist Ralph Kirshbaum. May 14 Piatigorsky International Cello Festival: Elgar, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Leonard Slatkin, cellist Truls Mørk. May 15 Piatigorsky International Cello Festival: Martinu, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Leonard Slatkin, cellist Sol Gabetta; Piatigorsky International Cello Festival: Yo-Yo Ma and Kathryn Stott. May 17 Piatigorsky International Cello Festival: Cellofest, featuring Emerson String Quartet, cellist Ralph Kirshbaum, Sakura Cello Ensemble. May 19-22 Mozart & Pärt: Requiem & Miserere, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Gustavo Dudamel, Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, Latvian Radio Choir. May 26-27 Mozart & Pärt: The Angels, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Gustavo Dudamel, pianist Inon Barnatan. May 28-29 Mozart & Pärt: World Premiere, featuring L.A. Philharmonic, conductor Gustavo Dudamel. May 29 Mozart & Pärt: Organ Works, featuring organists Aaron David Miller and Damin Spritzer. 111 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 323.850.2000 Map H16

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Sports

DODGER STADIUM May 1 Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres. May 9-12 Dodgers vs. New York Mets. May 13-15 Dodgers vs. St. Louis Cardinals. May 16-17 Dodgers vs. Los Angeles Angels. May 23-25 Dodgers vs. Cincinnati Reds. 1000 Elysian Park Ave., L.A., 323.224.1507 Map G17 STAPLES CENTER May 15 Los Angeles Sparks vs. Seattle. 1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.742.7100 Map I15 STUBHUB CENTER May 4 Los Angeles Galaxy II vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. May 7 L.A. Galaxy II vs. Sacramento Republic FC. May 8 L.A. Galaxy vs. New England Revolution. May 22 L.A. Galaxy vs. San Jose Earthquakes. May 28 L.A. Galaxy II vs. Arizona United SC. 18400 Avalon Blvd., Carson, 310.630.2000 Map M15

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DOLBY THEATRE Tour the home of the Academy Awards, formerly named the Kodak Theatre. Daily 10:30 am-4 pm. $16-$20, 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 screenings are exclusive to the theater. Call for schedule and pricing. 6712 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.466.3456 Map H13

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 AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC Focus is on Pacific Ocean sea life. Touch the ocean’s predators in Shark Lagoon and meet penguins, sea otters, sea lions and 11,000 other animals. Daily 9 am-6 pm. $17.95-$29.95, under 3 free. 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, 562.590.3100 Map O16 ARTISTS & FLEAS Hip artist, designer and vintage market is an import from Brooklyn and Chelsea, New York. Food trucks, workshops, DJs and guest entertainers are also on hand. The Arts District market takes place on the third weekend of each month in a former truck-service station. New Venice market takes place on the first and fourth Saturday of each month. 11 am-5 pm. Free. 647 Mateo St., downtown, 310.900.9987; 1010 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice Map J17, N9 BARNSDALL ART PARK Eleven-acre park in the Los Feliz/Hollywood area that features Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House, as well as the L.A. Municipal Art Gallery, Barnsdall Art Center, Junior Art Center and Barnsdall Gallery Theatre. Park: daily 5 am-10 pm; Municipal Art Gallery: Th-Su noon-5 pm; Hollyhock House tours: Th-Su 11 am-3 pm. Hollyhock House tours $3-$7 (credit card only). 4800 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.913.4031, barnsdall.org Map W22 CENTRAL LIBRARY Downtown beaux arts-style landmark is the nation’s third-largest public library in terms of book and periodical holdings. It also holds many archival collections. M-Th 10 am-8 pm; F-Sa 9:30 am-5:30 pm; Su 1-5 pm. Free. 630 W. 5th St., downtown, 213.228.7000 Map I16 CHINATOWN Ornate architecture, dim sum and shops with Eastern wares centered around a central plaza. Art and antiques on Chung King Road. Between Cesar E. Chavez Avenue and Bernard Street, Yale and Spring streets, downtown Map G17 DESCANSO GARDENS Collections include coast live oaks, roses and an award-winning camellia garden. Enjoy family-friendly festivals, performances, classes and activities for children. The Oak Woodland and the Ancient Forest are recent additions. Daily 9 am-5 pm. $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, Cars Land and more. Call for hours. $95-$119, under 3 free. 1600 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.781.4565 Map D6

EL CAPITAN THEATRE 1926 Spanish-style movie palace screens Disney films new and old. Musical accompaniment to many shows. Tours available. Call or visit elcapitantheatre.disney.com for details, schedule and pricing. 6838 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.7674 Map H13 EL PUEBLO DE LOS ANGELES Birthplace of Los Angeles; the site of this historical monument dates to 1781. Historic buildings, 11 of which are open to the public, include 1818 Avila Adobe, L.A.’s oldest. 125 Paseo de la Plaza, downtown, 213.628.1274 Map H17 EXPOSITION ROSE GARDEN Grassy pathways bisect 20,000 rosebushes of nearly 200 varieties. Daily 9 am-sunset. Free. 701 State Drive, Exposition Park, L.A., 213.763.0114 Map K15 GAMBLE HOUSE Landmark Arts and Crafts-style home. Advance tickets recommended for guided tours. See website for details. Th-Su noon-3 pm. $12.50-$15, under 12 free. 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, 626.793.3334, gamblehouse.org Map Q19 GRAND PARK Pleasant urban park positioned between the Music Center and City Hall offers draws such as a farmers market, concerts and community entertainment. Splash pad for kids. Daily 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 GREYSTONE PARK AND MANSION Gardens and park grounds open daily. 10 am-6 pm most days. Free. 905 Loma Vista Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.285.6830 Map I11 GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY Iconic attraction with spectacular views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign. Hourly shows at planetarium. Tu-F noon-10 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-10 pm. Admission free; planetarium shows $3-$7, under 5 free. 2800 E. Observatory Road, Griffith Park, L.A., 213.473.0800 Map U23 GUINNESS WORLD RECORD MUSEUM Shrine to amazing achievements. Su-Th 10 am-midnight; F-Sa 10-1 am. $9.99-$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 L.A. LIVE Bustling entertainment center is home to the Grammy Museum, Microsoft Theater and the Novo by Microsoft (formerly Club Nokia); restaurants including 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 Home to more than 250 animal species, many of them endangered, living among immersive habitats and lush garden. Daily

10 am-5 pm. Ticket sales cease one hour before closing. $15-$20, under 2 free. 5333 Zoo Drive, Griffith Park, L.A., 323.644.4200 Map T23 LEGOLAND Legoland California Resort features more than 60 rides, shows and attractions, Sea Life Aquarium, Legoland Water Park and Legoland Hotel. New immersive, 4-D Lego Ninjago: The Ride attraction; Lego Friends Heartlake City attraction and 8-foot-wide Lego Death Star model display in Lego Star Wars miniland. Lego Legends of Chima Water Park features an interactive wave pool, water slides, an interactive Lego-building station, sandy beaches, wading areas and more. Frequent trains depart from L.A. Union Station to Oceanside station, 7.5 miles from the park. See legoland.com for hours, ticket packages, hotel accommodations and discounts. Parking $15-$25. 1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, 760.918.5346 LOS ANGELES COUNTY ARBORETUM AND 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. $4-$9, under 5 free, free third Tu of the month. 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 re-create favorite film and musical moments at the world-famous museum of wax figures. M-F 10 am-7 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-8 pm. $22.95-$29.95, under 3 free. 6933 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.798.1670 Map H13 ORIGINAL FARMERS MARKET Local landmark with 120 produce stalls, restaurants (including new Moruno) 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 PACIFIC PARK Amusement park at the end of the famous Santa Monica Pier offers games, food and rides, including a Ferris wheel. See pacpark.com for hours. Individual rides $4-$8; wristbands $16.95-$28.95. 380 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 310.260.8744 Map M8 POINT VICENTE INTERPRETIVE CENTER Located on a bluff on the southwestern corner of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, this small park adjacent to the Point Vicente Lighthouse offers a whale-watching deck and an interpretive center featuring exhibits about local history and ecology. 31501 Palos Verdes Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, 310.377.5370 Map O13 QUEEN MARY Historic ocean liner—bigger than the Titanic!—permanently berthed in Long Beach Harbor. Shops, hotel, art deco lounge, a new 4-D theater and restaurants including Sir Winston’s. Daily 10 am-6 pm for self-guided and guided tours. Night tours available. Check queenmary.com for pricing. 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, 877.342.0738 Map O16 RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! ODDITORIUM Three hundred displays feature curiosities gathered by traveler Robert Ripley in the 1930s. Daily 10 am-midnight. $13$17, under 5 free. 6780 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.466.6335 Map H13 RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM Visit the Air Force One Pavilion, which houses the flying White House, and see a full-size replica of the White House Oval Office. Continuing Vatican Splendors: A Journey Through Faith and Art. Daily 10 am-5 pm. $6-$16, under 2 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 99th anniversary this year. Restaurant and wine shop on-site. Su-Th 9 am-7 pm; F-Sa 9 am-8:30 pm. 737 Lamar St., downtown, 323.223.1401 Map G17

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DISNEYLAND Mickey Mouse’s theme park. Attractions include Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage and updated Star Tours (including a new location from Star Wars: The Force Awakens). Call for hours. $95-$119, under 3 free. 1600 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.781.4565 Map D6

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Attractions + Museums USS IOWA Former battleship (the “Battleship of Presidents”) is permanently docked as a floating museum. Ongoing exhibit follows the ship’s history through World War II, Korean War and Cold War. Explore the missile decks, bridge, mess areas and captain’s cabin. Daily 10 am-5 pm; last ticket sold at 4 pm. $11.95-$19.95, under 5 free. Pacific Battleship Center, USS Iowa BB-61, 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, 877.446.9261 Map O15

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SAN FERNANDO MISSION 1797 mission with museum, archives and gardens. Daily 9 am-4:30 pm. $3-$5, under 7 free. 15151 San Fernando Mission Blvd., Mission Hills, 818.361.0186 Map north of A1 SAN GABRIEL MISSION Mission includes the oldest building (1771) in Southern California. M-Sa 9 am-4:30 pm; Su 10 am-4 pm. $3-$5, under 6 free. 427 S. Junipero Serra Drive, San Gabriel, 626.457.3035 Map B4 SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS NATIONAL RECREATIONAL AREA Hiking, horseback riding, climbing, camping, mountain biking, wildflower viewing, bird-watching and more on 150,000 acres. National Park Service Visitor Center open daily 9 am-5 pm (holidays exempt). 26876 Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas, 805.370.2301 Map west of B1 SEAWORLD The 189-acre adventure park features thousands of marine animals including killer whales, fish, reptiles and birds. Open daily; call for hours, ticket packages and discounts. $83-$89, under 3 free. Parking $16$21. 500 SeaWorld Drive, San Diego, 800.25.SHAMU Map I8 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. $47.99-$72.99, 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 Imax screen and walkway of stars’ handprints and footprints in the forecourt. Visit tclchinesetheatres.com or call for movie schedule. 6925 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.461.3331 Map H13 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. Call for hours. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 818.622.4455 Map U20 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD Movie-based theme park. Eagerly anticipated Wizarding World of Harry Potter is now open. Other attractions include Transformers: The Ride 3-D; Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem and adjacent Super Silly Fun Land; and the Simpsons Ride and its immersive environment, Springfield. Tram studio tour includes King Kong 360 3-D, film and TV sets and the Fast & Furious—Supercharged hydraulic motion-based thrill ride. Call or check univer-

VIRGINIA ROBINSON GARDENS One of Beverly Hills’ first homes, open to the public (by appointment). The historic estate’s idyllic grounds include a grand Italian terrace, rose garden and lush palm-tree forest. Advance reservations required for guided tours, Tu-Sa 9:30 am-4 pm. $4-$11, under 5 free. 1008 Elden Way, Beverly Hills, 310.550.2087 Map I10 WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL Frank Gehrydesigned architectural landmark at the Music Center. Tour options include hourlong, self-guided audio tours and docent-led tours. Hours and days vary. Visit musiccenter.org for schedule and pricing. 151 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.4399 Map H16

Studio Tours PARAMOUNT PICTURES STUDIO TOUR Two-hour group tour of Hollywood’s longest-operating and only remaining major studio. Reservation recommended. Tours daily (except some holidays) every half-hour 9:30 am-2 pm. $55; VIP tour $178, under 10 not admitted. 2.5-hour After Dark Tour every 15 minutes F 7:15-8 pm; Sa 7:30-8 pm. $78, under 12 not admitted. 5515 Melrose Ave., Hollywood, 323.956.1777 Map I14 SONY PICTURES STUDIO TOUR Two-hour walking tour of working motion-picture studio includes stages where television shows and movies including The Wizard of Oz and Spider-Man were filmed. Reservation, photo ID required. M-F 9:30 am-2:30 pm. $40, under 12 not admitted. Parking free. 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.244.8687 Map L11 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD Legendary studio tour (also see listing under “Attractions”). VIP Experience includes private tour of movie studio, prop warehouse, front-of-line privileges, gourmet lunch and other perks. Check universalstudioshollywood.com or call for hours and current prices. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, 818.622.3801 Map U20  WARNER BROS. STUDIO TOUR HOLLYWOOD Three-hour tour of working TV and film studio includes backlots, soundstages, costume department and museum, plus observation of filming (when possible). Stage 48: Script to Screen soundstage gives guests behind-the-scenes access to the world of film and TV production. Deluxe tour available. Reservation recommended; photo ID required. Daily 8 am-4 pm. $62, under 8 not admitted. 3400 W. Riverside Drive, Burbank, 818.972.8687 Map U20

Studio Tapings

JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! Free tickets to live tapings of late-night ABC show. Minimum age 18. El Capitan Entertainment Centre, 6840 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 1iota.com Map H13 ON-CAMERA AUDIENCES Free tickets to live tapings of TV shows including So You Think You Can Dance, The Price Is Right and American Idol. Minimum age varies by show. 818.295.2700, mytvtickets.com

Museums A+D MUSEUM Progressive architecture and design museum recently relocated from Miracle Mile to the Arts District. Continuing Come In! DTLA. Tu-F 11 am-5 pm; Sa-Su noon-6 pm. $5-$7, under 12 free. 900 E. 4th St., downtown, 213.346.9734 Map I17 THE ANNENBERG SPACE FOR PHOTOGRAPHY Cultural venue dedicated solely to digital and print photography. Multimedia studio and retail gallery Skylight Studios is across the park. Continuing Refugee; New Americans. W-Su 11 am-6 pm. Free. Parking $3.50, $1 after 4:30 pm and all day Sa-Su. 2000 Avenue of the Stars, Century City, 213.403.3000 Map J11 AUTRY MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN WEST Museum in Griffith Park explores the art, history and cultures of the American West and houses one of the top U.S. collections of Native American materials. Continuing New Acquisitions Featuring the Kaufman Collection; California Impressionism: The Gardena High School Collection. (See theautry.org for ongoing exhibits.) Tu-F 10 am-4 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-5 pm. $4-$10, under 3 free. 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A., 323.667.2000 Map H14 THE BROAD New art museum built by philanthropists and longtime art collectors Eli and Edythe Broad contains nearly 2,000 works of contemporary art. The inaugural installation features Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Mirrored Room (separate free timed tickets are required). Otium restaurant and a 24,000-square-foot public plaza are adjacent to the museum. Tu-W 11 am-5 pm; Th-F 11 am-8 pm; Sa 10 am-8 pm; Su 10 am-6 pm. Free. Advance online reservations encouraged. 221 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.232.6200 Map H16 CALIFORNIA AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM Exhibits showcasing the history, culture and art of African Americans, with an emphasis on California and the western United States. Tu-Sa 10 am-5 pm; Su 11 am-5 pm. Free. Parking $12. 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, L.A., 213.744.7432 Map M8 CALIFORNIA HERITAGE MUSEUM American decorative arts, folk art. Continuing Splash: Art by Kenton Nelson; Monterey: Furniture, Pottery & Tile. W-Su 11 am-4 pm. $5-$8, under 12 free. 2612 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.392.8537 Map M8 CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER Interactive exhibits for budding scientists; Imax theater. Continuing Earth in Concert: Protecting the Planet Through Music. Ongoing Journey to Space: The Exhibition; Mission 26: The Big Endeavour. Daily 10 am-5 pm. Permanent gallery, free; admission for other exhibits and Imax varies. Parking $12. 700 Exposition Park Drive, Exposition Park, L.A., 323.724.3623 Map K15

AUDIENCES UNLIMITED Free tickets to live tapings of TV shows produced in the L.A. area, such as The Big Bang Theory and 2 Broke Girls. Minimum age 10-18, varies by show. 818.260.0041, ext. 1, tvtickets.com

CALIFORNIA HERITAGE MUSEUM American decorative arts, folk art. Continuing Monterey: Furnishings of California’s Spanish Revival. W-Su 11 am-4 pm. $5-$10, under 12 free. 2612 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.392.8537 Map M8

THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW Free tickets to taping of comedian’s daytime talk show. Minimum age 14; minors must show photo ID and be accompanied by a parent. Advance tickets, go to ellen.warnerbros. com/tickets; day-of tickets, call before noon. Warner Bros. Studios, 3400 W. Riverside Drive, Burbank, 818.954.5929 Map U20

CHINESE AMERICAN MUSEUM Housed in oldest structure of L.A.’s original Chinatown. Continuing Tales of the Distant Past: The Story of Hong Kong and the Chinese Diaspora (A Tribute From the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals of Hong Kong). 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

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GRAMMY MUSEUM Museum on L.A. Live campus explores music, the creative and recording processes and Grammy Awards history. Through May 1 Legends of Motown: Celebrating the Supremes. Through May 15 Bob Dylan: Photographs by Daniel Kramer. Through May 31 George Carlin: A Place for My Stuff. Continuing Respect! Otis Redding and the Revolution of Soul. (See grammymuseum.org for permanent exhibits.) M-F 10:30 am-6:30 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-6:30 pm. $10.95-$12.95, under 6 free. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.765.6800 Map I15 HAMMER MUSEUM Traveling shows and installations and permanent collection. Through May 15 Leap Before You Look: Black Mountain College 1933-1957; Still Life With Fish: Photography From the Collection; Hammer Projects: Oscar

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Attractions + Museums Tuazon. Through May 22 Sculpture From the Hammer Contemporary Collection; Hammer Projects: Catherine Opie: Portraits; Hammer Projects: Kenny Scharf. Continuing Hammer Contemporary Collection: David Lamelas, The Desert People. Tu-F 11 am-8 pm; Sa-Su 11 am-5 pm. Free. 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Westwood, 310.443.7000 Map J10 HOLLYWOOD MUSEUM In the historic Max Factor Building, steps from the Walk of Fame, the Hollywood Museum houses 10,000 authentic showbiz treasures that showcase 100 years of Hollywood’s entertainment industry. Don’t miss Max Factor’s makeup rooms, where Marilyn Monroe became a blonde and Lucille Ball a redhead, and Hannibal Lecter’s jail cell from The Silence of the Lambs. Through May 1 Celebration of Entertainment Awards. W-Su 10 am-5 pm. $5-$15. 1660 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.464.7776 Map H13

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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 scale model of 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 MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART Premier contemporary-art museum housed in three facilities. Through May 8 Catherine Opie: 700 Nimes Road (PDC).

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Attractions + Museums Opening May 28 Barbara Kasten: Stages (PDC). Continuing The Art of Our Time (GA); Hito Steyerl: Factory of the Sun (GA); Don’t Look Back: The 1990s at MOCA (GC); Storefront: Public Fiction: The Poet and the Critic, and the Missing (GA). GA and GC: M, W, F 11 am-6 pm; Th 11 am-8 pm; Sa-Su 11 am-5 pm. PDC: F 11 am-5 pm; Sa-Su 11 am-6 pm. $6-$12, under 12 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 MUSEUM OF FLYING Exhibits detail the history of flight and the development of the aviation and aerospace industries in Southern California. Two dozen aircraft are on display; theater and screening room. W-Su 10 am-5 pm. $6-$10, under 3 free. 3100 Airport Ave., Santa Monica, 310.398.2500 Map L9 MUSEUM OF JURASSIC TECHNOLOGY Offbeat venue (a “specialized repository of relics and artifacts from the Lower Jurassic, with an emphasis on those that demonstrate unusual or curious technological qualities”) blends fact and fiction. Th 2-8 pm; F-Su noon-6 pm. $5-$8 suggested donation, under 13 free. 9341 Venice Blvd., Culver City, 310.836.6131 Map L11 MUSEUM OF TOLERANCE Exhibits on prejudice and discrimination, legacy of the Holocaust, human-rights issues and Anne Frank’s life and legacy. (See museumoftolerance.com for additional exhibits.) Su-W, F 10 am-5 pm; Th 10 am-9:30 pm (extended hours for Anne only). $11.50-$15.50, under 5 free. 9786 W. Pico Blvd., L.A., 310.553.8403 Map J11 NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY Thirty-three million objects, from dinosaur fossils to fish. The 3.5-acre Nature Gardens, interactive Nature Lab and Tyrannosaurus rex growth series are highlights. (See nhm.org for exhibits and events.) Daily 9:30 am-5 pm. $5-$12, under 3 free. 900 Exposition Blvd., Exposition Park, L.A., 213.763.3466 Map K15 NORTON SIMON MUSEUM Stellar collection of Renaissance to 20th-century masterworks and sculpture garden. Continuing Duchamp to Pop; Drawing, Dreaming and Desire: Works on Paper by Sam Francis. M, W-Th noon-5 pm; F-Sa 11 am-8 pm; Su 11 am-5 pm. $9-$12; students with photo ID, under 19 free. 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, 626.449.6840 Map Q19 PASADENA MUSEUM OF CALIFORNIA ART California art, architecture, design. Continuing Claire Falkenstein: Beyond Sculpture; Brett Weston: Significant Details; Kat Hutter and Roger Lee: Another California Day. W-Su noon-5 pm. $5-$7, under 12 free, first F and third Th of the month free. 490 E. Union St., Pasadena, 626.568.3665 Map Q20 PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM Newly renovated museum displays some 135 vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles in permanent and rotating exhibits. Additions include 25 new galleries, Forza Motorsports Racing Experience and Disney/Pixar Cars Mechanical Institute. Take a private tour of the museum’s underground vault to see more than 120 of the most valuable and legendary vehicles in the collection. Daily 10 am-6 pm. $7-$15, under 3 free. Vault tours $20, under 13 not permitted. 6060 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.930.2277 Map J13 SKIRBALL CULTURAL CENTER The American Jewish experience. Continuing Chasing Dreams: Baseball and Becoming American; The Unauthorized History of Baseball in 100-Odd Paintings: The Art of Ben Sakoguchi. Ongoing Visions and Values; Noah’s Ark. Tu-F noon-5 pm; Sa-Su 10 am-5 pm. $5-$10, under 2 free, free Th. 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., L.A., 310.440.4500 Map G9 USC PACIFIC ASIA MUSEUM Southeast Asian and Pacific Island art and culture. Continuing Royal Taste:

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Shopping The Art of Princely Courts in 15th-Century China; The View From a Scholar’s Studio: Japanese Literati Paintings From Tiezudingzhai Collection. W-Su 10 am-6 pm. $7-$10, under 12 free. 46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 626.449.2742 Map R20

Shopping Destinations THE AMERICANA AT BRAND Downtown Glendale hot spot from the creators of the Grove with Main Street, U.S.A., atmosphere and trolley. Some 90 stores and dining options. Boutiques include Kate Spade, Kiehl’s Since 1851, Sugarfina and David Yurman; other draws include H&M, Barneys New York and Pacific Theatres cinema. 889 Americana Way, Glendale, 818.637.8900 Map U23 BEVERLY CENTER Trendsetting mall near West Hollywood has more than 100 boutiques (Burberry, Fendi, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Jimmy Choo, Louis Vuitton, Montblanc, Omega, Prada, Saint Laurent, Salvatore Ferragamo, True Religion concept store, Uniqlo, new Cos) and several restaurants. Anchored by Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s. 8500 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 310.854.0070 Map I12 CAMARILLO PREMIUM OUTLETS Find deep discounts on the best names in fashion and home at this luxury outlet center just north of L.A. County. More than 160 stores are represented, including Barneys New York, BCBG Max Azria, St. John and Restoration Hardware. The Promenade is anchored by Neiman Marcus Last Call and Saks OFF 5th. 740 E. Ventura Blvd., Camarillo, 805.445.8520 Map northwest of A1 CITADEL OUTLETS Assyrian architecture south of downtown stands out along the Golden State (5) Freeway; the center offers discounted clothes from Kate Spade, H&M, Banana Republic, Levi’s and Converse, to name just a few. 100 Citadel Drive, L.A., 323.888.1724 Map B4 DEL AMO FASHION CENTER Fresh from a glossy makeover, this luxury retail center boasts more than 200 stores including a new Nordstrom, Macy’s, Michael Kors, BOSS, Arhaus, Lululemon Athletica, Sephora, Zara and Uniqlo. 3525 Carson St., Torrance, 310.542.8525 Map D2 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. Between Main and San Pedro streets; Olympic Boulevard and 7th Street, downtown, 213.488.1153 Map J16

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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 50-70 percent 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 Bed/Stu, Letarte, Yogasmoga, Planet Blue and Wildfox, plus Cie Sparks salon, Pure Barre, a children’s play area, restaurants such as Taverna Tony and Mr Chow and more. 3835 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, Vilebrequin, Alexis Bittar 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 taxis, strollers and even lottery tickets. 3200 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.546.5555 Map L13 METLOX Pottery factory converted to upscale shopping destination; Trilogy Spa, the Beehive, Lulu’s Nouvelle and Waterleaf boutiques; and restaurants including Petros Greek Cuisine and Lemonade. 451 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 626.535.0317 Map L13 ONE COLORADO Quaint outdoor plaza with upscale boutiques such as OSKA, Cop. Copine, Mohawk General Store and Sugarfina, plus iPic Theaters and restaurants including Sushi Roku. 41 Hugus Alley, Old Pasadena, 626.564.1066 Map Q19 ONTARIO MILLS OUTLETS Caifornia’s largest outlet shopping destination. Among 200 stores are Hugo Boss Factory Store, Saks OFF 5th, Last Call by Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom Rack. Thirty-screen cineplex. 1 Mills Circle, Ontario, 909.484.8300 Map east of B6 THE PIKE OUTLETS 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. 95 S. Pine Ave., Long Beach, 562.432.8325 Map N16 PLATFORM Collection of cult-favorite retailers and merchants curated by the Runyon Group in Culver City’s up-and-coming Hayden Tract neighborhood, with coveted brands such as Velvet by Graham & Spencer, Aesop, Aday, Tappan Collective and Parabellum. Dining and snack options include Loqui Taco and Blue

SANTA MONICA PLACE Sleek outdoor mall at south end of Third Street Promenade. Anchored by Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s. More than 80 boutiques, including Lorna Jane, Coach, Burberry, Uniqlo and Barneys New York Co-op, plus a rooftop Dining Deck and new ArcLight Cinemas. 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, 310.394.1049 Map L8 SOUTH COAST PLAZA High-end center in Orange County boasts nearly 300 boutiques, 30 restaurants and several spas. Stores include Chanel, Gucci, Valentino, Chloé, Jimmy Choo, Christian Dior, Tadashi Shoji, Balenciaga, Bally, Ralph Lauren and Samsonite Black Label. Concierge at four locations. 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 800.782.8888 Map E6

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FACE PLACE Specialty studio offers a signature facial featuring an anti-aging formulation whose penetration is aided by the application of galvanic current. 8701 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.855.1150 Map H12

TWO RODEO Center with cobblestones in the heart of Beverly Hills features high-end boutiques including Jimmy Choo, Vilebrequin and Tiffany & Co., plus fine-art gallery Galerie Michael and restaurants such as 208 Rodeo. 9478 Dayton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.247.7040 Map J11

HOTEL BEL-AIR SPA BY LA PRAIRIE The skin-care products of the Swiss luxury brand La Prairie are spotlighted at the Hotel Bel-Air. Steam rooms, showers, relaxation room. 701 Stone Canyon Road, L.A., 310.909.1681 Map I10

WESTFIELD FASHION SQUARE Sephora, Zara and Bloomingdale’s make this the go-to destination for shoppers in the San Fernando Valley. 14006 Riverside Drive, Sherman Oaks, 818.783.0550 Map west of T18 WESTFIELD SANTA ANITA Anchored by Nordstrom and Macy’s, this shopping center’s offerings include Sephora, Urban Home, H&M and AMC Theatres. 400 S. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, 626.445.3116 Map R23 WESTFIELD TOPANGA Upscale retail center boasts Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and more. Outdoor destination

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THIRD STREET PROMENADE Pedestrian-only shopping zone includes Zara, Cotton On, Converse, Anthropologie, Nasty Gal, kiosks and an array of entertaining street performers. 1351 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, 310.393.8355 Map L8

WESTFIELD CENTURY CITY Open-air mall in the midst of an $800 million-plus revitalization. Luxe AMC multiplex with Imax screen, food-court atrium and terrace; restaurants include Obica Mozzarella Bar and Toscanova. 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Century City, 310.277.3898 Map J11

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SUNSET PLAZA Upscale row of boutiques and sidewalk cafés is L.A.’s Euro hang. Calypso, Calleen Cordero and H. Lorenzo stores; Ole Henriksen spa and Eden by Eden Sassoon salon. 8600-8700 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.652.2622 Map H12

WESTFIELD AT LAX Travelers flying out of LAX can enjoy some of L.A.’s top retail and dining, curated by Westfield, in the Tom Bradley International Terminal, as well as in terminals 1, 2, 3 and 6. Shopping and dining options include Fred Segal, La Brea Bakery, MAC Cosmetics, Porsche Design, Rock & Brews, SeaLegs Wine Bar, Spanx, Tumi and Wolfgang Puck. 380 World Way, L.A., 310.646.1770, westfieldatlax.com Map O10

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THE VILLAGE AT WESTFIELD TOPANGA New lifestyle destination across the street from Westfield Topanga shopping center (with trolley service connecting the two) offers trendy retailers (Jonathan Adler, Splendid), restaurants with alfresco dining, Burke Williams spa, a yoga studio and much more. 6250 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills, 818.594.8732 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

KATE SOMERVILLE SKIN HEALTH EXPERTS Hollywood’s favorite facials (try the DermalQuench Oxygen Treatment) are offered in a feminine salon on superexclusive Melrose Place. 8428 Melrose Place, West Hollywood, 323.655.7546 Map I12 OLE HENRIKSEN FACE/BODY SPA Full-service spa to the stars specializes in face and body care and also offers nail services. Co-ed steam room. Sunset Plaza, 8622 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 310.854.7700 Map H12

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Nightlife 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 BLIND BARBER Craft-cocktail-driven speakeasy hidden in the rear of a barbershop. 10797 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, 310.841.6679 Map L11 THE BLIND DONKEY Impressive roster of premium whiskeys, whiskey cocktails and craft beers, with locations 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 BOARDWALK Nautical-themed hot spot. Neonship Saturdays and XIV Yacht Club dance parties Sundays. 1743 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood, 323.525.2450 Map H14 Gornik & Drucker barbershop and fitness facilities. 225 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7840 Map J11 TIKKUN HOLISTIC SPA Tucked underground in Santa Monica is this traditional Korean spa with contemporary style. Clay room, salt room, ice room, plus sauna, whirlpool, showers. 1460 4th St., Santa Monica, 310.319.1111 Map L8

Nightlife 1 OAK Strikingly seductive, art-filled club in from New York. 9039 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.274.2326 Map H12 THE ABBEY Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Boys Town fixture offers a new food and bar menu with flavored mules, mojitos and martinis galore. 692 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.289.8410 Map H12 ARTS DISTRICT BREWING CO. 213 Nightlife’s new addition to the hip Arts District is a brewery and tasting room, with food from Neal Fraser’s Fritzi available via a takeout window. 828 Traction Ave., downtown, 213.519.5887 Map I17 AVALON HOLLYWOOD Recently renovated dance club and concert venue with a storied past: It hosted the Beatles’ first West Coast performance. More intimate club Bardot is upstairs. 1735 Vine St., Hollywood, 323.462.8900 Map H14 BAR 1200 Laid-back bar caters to music-industry insiders. Sunset Marquis, 1200 Alta Loma Road, West Hollywood, 310.358.3720 Map H12 BAR JACKALOPE Intimate whiskey bar hidden in the back of downtown’s Seven Grand, featuring more than 120 premium whiskeys. 515 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.614.0736 Map I16 BAR MARMONT Dreamy bar just down the hill from the historic Chateau Marmont. 8171 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, 323.650.0575 Map H12 BAR NINETEEN12 Superswanky spot at the Beverly Hills Hotel with indoor bar and terrace. Delish menu. 9641 Sunset Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.273.1912 Map I11 BAR NOIR Intimate, Kelly Wearstler-designed lounge in boutique hotel. Maison 140, 140 Lasky Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.281.4000 Map J11

BOOTSY BELLOWS H.Wood Group’s glam club with burlesque shows and other live entertainment. 9229 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.274.7500 Map H12 BREAK ROOM 86 ‘80s-style bar from Houston Hospitality inside Koreatown’s the Line Hotel with karaoke suites, guest DJs, fruity drinks, break-room-style snacks and live entertainment. 630 S. Ardmore Ave., L.A., 213.368.3056 Map west of H15 THE BUNGALOW Seaside cottage-style nightspot with gourmet bites by Fig Restaurant. The Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, 101 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.899.8530 Map L8 THE BRIG Former dive bar has new look. DJ Tu-Su. 1515 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.399.7537 Map N9 THE CULVER HOTEL Historic hotel in the heart of Culver City is home to the Grand Lobby Bar, with nightly live jazz, and upstairs, the Prohibition-inspired Velvet Lounge. 9400 Culver Blvd., Culver City, 310.558.9400 Map L11 DOHENY ROOM Stylish new art deco-style bar and lounge from the SBE group. 9077 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 424.777.0266 Map H12 EAGLE ROCK BREWERY Family-run microbrewery with tasting room. 3056 Roswell St., Eagle Rock, 323.257.7866 Map northeast of W23 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 EL REY THEATRE Hot indie bands play art deco theater on Miracle Mile. 5515 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.936.6400 Map J13 FATHER’S 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 GOOD TIMES AT DAVEY WAYNE’S ’70s-themed bar from the Houston brothers. 1611 N. El Centro Ave., L.A., 323.962.3804 Map H14 GRANDPA JOHNSON’S Stylish art deco lounge. 1638 N. Cahuenga Blvd., L.A., 323.467.7300 Map H14

BASEMENT TAVERN Underground speakeasy in a Victorian abode; live music. The Victorian, 2640 Main St., Santa Monica, 310.396.2469 Map M8

HARLOWE Spacious, vintage-glam restaurant and bar. 7321 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.876.5839 Map H13

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

HOTEL CAFE Tiny gem offers live rock music. 16231/2 Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood, 323.461.2040 Map I14

HYDE SBE lounge with offshoots around the country. Reservation recommended; open during arena concerts and games. Hyde at Staples Center, 1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 323.330.8018 Map I15 KIBITZ ROOM AT CANTER’S Live music nightly; attached to beloved deli. 419 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.651.2030 Map I13 LA DESCARGA Cuban-inspired rum bar. Live band and dance performances. Reservation recommended. Upscale dress code. 1159 N. Western Ave., L.A., 323.466.1324 Map east of H14 LAUGH FACTORY Famed comedy nightclub. 8001 W. Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.656.1336; 151 S. Pine Ave., Long Beach, 562.495.2844 Map H12, N16 THE LINCOLN This new neighborhood bar on the Southern border of Venice recalls the area’s automobile heritage, displaying a 1927 Model T Roadster and serving up craft spirits. 2536 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, 310.822.1715 Map M10 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 MELROSE UMBRELLA CO. Rustic-chic space with creative cocktails and inventive fare. 7465 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.951.0709 Map I12 THE NICE GUY H.Wood Group’s reservation-only, Italian-inspired restaurant and mixology lounge. 401 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.360.9500 Map I12 NO VACANCY Gin cocktails and live entertainment in a Victorian boutique hotel. 1727 N. Hudson Ave., Hollywood, 323.465.1902 Map H14 ORPHEUM THEATRE Historic venue offers alt rock and special events. 842 S. Broadway, downtown, 877.677.4386 Map I16 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., Hollywood, 323.850.5400 Map H13 POT LOBBY BAR The bar outside Roy Choi’s Pot serves inventive culinary-inspired libations with ingredients like celery, basil, kimchi and curry. The Line Hotel, 3515 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 213.368.3030 Map J14 POUR VOUS Parisian-inspired Champagne and cocktail salon. Upscale dress code. 5574 Melrose Ave., Hollywood, 323.871.8699 Map I14 THE ROXY THEATRE Historic rock ’n’ roll venue on the Strip. 9009 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.276.2222 Map H12 SASSAFRAS Lounge styled as a (stylishly) decaying Savannah town house specializes in barrel-aged cocktails. 1233 N. Vine St., Hollywood, 323.467.2800 Map H14 THE SATELLITE Alt-music venue (formerly Spaceland) books under-the-radar indie bands. 1717 Silver Lake Blvd., Silver Lake, 323.661.4380 Map W23 SEVEN GRAND Whiskey bar with tongue-incheek hunt-club decor. 515 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.614.0737 Map I16 SEVENTY7 Culver City speakeasy with hidden alley entrance. Second location, Seventy7 North, is in Studio City. 3843 Main St., Culver City, 310.559.7707; 12514 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818.985.9021 Map L11, U18

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Beaches SKYBAR Chic open-air roost with a view at the Mondrian hotel. Reservations required. 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.848.6025 Map H12

EL PESCADOR STATE BEACH Stairs lead to 10 acres of narrow, sandy beach. 32900 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9

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

HERMOSA BEACH Two-mile stretch of beach along Santa Monica Bay extending toward the Palos Verdes Peninsula with combination bike path/boardwalk and pier. Metered street parking. Hermosa Avenue and 33rd Street, Hermosa Beach Map L13

THE STANDARD DOWNTOWN Rooftop bar with panoramic city views, pool, vibrating red water beds. 550 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.892.8080 Map I16 THE STANDARD HOLLYWOOD Lounge with swinging seats, glowing purple walls. 8300 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.650.9090 Map H12 STARK BAR Alfresco bar at LACMA with handcrafted cocktails and great small plates. Don’t miss Friday-night jazz. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 323.857.6180 Map J13 £10 Whiskey bar in the Montage Beverly Hills specializes in single-malt Scotch whisky from the Macallan. 225 N. Cañon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7800 Map J11 TOM BERGIN’S L.A.’s quintessential Irish bar serving beers on draft, cocktails and comfort food. 840 S. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.936.7151 Map J13 TOWER BAR Tony bar at Sunset Tower Hotel; pianist in tails plays at the baby grand. 8358 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.848.6677 Map H12 TROUBADOUR Historic spot books up-and-coming alt-rock and local bands. 9081 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.276.1158 Map H12

LA PIEDRA STATE BEACH Stairs lead to 9 acres of narrow, sandy beach. 32700 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9 LEO CARRILLO STATE BEACH 1.5 miles of beach for swimming, surfing, windsurfing, surf fishing, plus tide pools, coastal caves and reefs for exploring. 36000 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9 MALIBU BEACH 167-acre beach includes Malibu Pier, Malibu Lagoon and a museum that highlights the area’s history. 23050 and 23200 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9 MALIBU SURFRIDER BEACH World-renowned surfing area. Swimming areas are limited. 23050 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9 MANHATTAN BEACH Beach is bisected by a 900-foot pier. Beach-volleyball nets extend to Hermosa Beach. Metered street and lot parking. 400-4500 The Strand, Manhattan Beach Map L13 MARINA/MOTHER’S BEACH Non-ocean-facing beach best suited for children and windsurfers. Beach wheelchairs available. 4135 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey Map N9

UPSTAIRS Sip drinks and enjoy stunning city views atop Ace Hotel, in the historic United Artists Building. 929 S. Broadway, downtown, 213.623.3233 Map I16 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, 213.265.7089 Map I17

PENINSULA BEACH Moderate width, sandy. Along Ocean Boulevard, 54th Place to 72nd Place, Long Beach Map O17

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

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

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

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

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

BELMONT SHORE Wide and sandy; on-site dog beach. Along Ocean Boulevard, from 54th Place to Belmont Pier, Long Beach Map O17 CABRILLO BEACH Inside the breakwater it’s a stillwater beach, and on the ocean it’s a surf beach. Public boat-launching ramp on harbor side. Beach wheelchairs available. 40th Street and Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro Map O15 DAN BLOCKER BEACH Sandy, narrow beach draws surfers and divers. Great spot for scuba enthusiasts. Limited free roadside parking. 26000 block of Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu Map northwest of K9 DOCKWEILER STATE BEACH Near LAX. Wide expanse of beach: 3.7 miles of ocean frontage and 255 acres of beach. Bonfires permitted. Beach wheelchairs available. 12501 Vista del Mar, Playa del Rey Map C1 EL MATADOR STATE BEACH One of the prettiest beaches in L.A. County. Steep stairs lead to 18 acres of narrow, sandy beach with scenic rock formations. 32350 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu Map northwest of K9

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AIRPORT EXPRESS LIMOUSINE Luxury Lincoln Town Car service offering airport transfer to Los Angeles International Airport and Bob Hope Airport in Burbank, customized city tours and more transportation services. 866.800.0700, airportexpresslimos.com A LIST LIMOUSINE Limo service with an all-new fleet of luxury cars, including Lincoln MKTs and Mercedes S550s, and professionally trained chauffeurs. Private custom city tours with multiple language options are also available. 310.568.1590, alistlimo.com 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, the Bay Area, Portland and Seattle. 800.872.7245, amtrak.com ANOTHER SIDE OF LOS ANGELES TOURS Tours include coastal, food, wine, kayak, Segway and celebrity homes.Also offers modes of transportation (kayak, Segway, horseback, helicopter, hiking, etc.). 1080 S. La Cienega Blvd., Suite 108, L.A., 310.289.8687, anothersideoflosangelestours.com Map K12 ART MUSE LOS ANGELES Illuminating art-museum tours. Call for rates. Museum admission included. 773.350.9094, artmusela.com

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BEVERLY HILLS RENT-A-CAR Luxury and exotic rentals. 9732 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.274.6969; 6085 Venice Blvd., Hollywood, 310.659.5555; LAX, 9220 S. Sepulveda Blvd., L.A., 310.670.2020, bhrentacar.com Map K12, J11, O10 BEVERLY HILLS TROLLEY TOUR 40-minute tour of landmarks, attractions; departs from Rodeo Drive and Dayton Way. Sa-Su 11 am-4 pm. $1-$5. 310.285.2442 Map J11 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. 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 CATALINA EXPRESS Year-round boat service to Catalina Island. Daily departures from Long Beach, Dana Point, San Pedro. Reservation recommended. Ride free on your birthday. Call for hours and pricing. 800.481.3470, catalinaexpress.com CITYPASS Southern California CityPass offers discounted admission to Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure (including one Magic Morning admission), Legoland California (excluding water park and Sea Life Aquarium) and SeaWorld San Diego. $341, ages 3-9 $311, under 3 free. Purchase pass at attractions or order online. 888.330.5008, citypass.com DODGER STADIUM TOUR Behind-the-scenes tour of the legendary stadium allows guests to visit the field and the dugout, walk through the Vin Scully Press Box and get an exclusive look at the Lexus Dugout Club, the VIP restaurant and lounge hidden behind home plate. $15-$20, under 4 free. 1000 Elysian Park Ave., downtown, 866.363.4377 Map G17 DOWNTOWN ART WALK Self-guided gallery tour/ party centered on Spring and Main streets between 2nd

and 9th streets. Second Th of every month, noon-10 pm; lounge open from 6-10 pm. Free. 213.617.4929, ext. 206, downtownartwalk.org Map I16 DOWNTOWN L.A. WALKING TOURS Guided walking tours of downtown Los Angeles including the Downtown Architecture tour and the Hollywood in Downtown L.A. tour. 213.399.3820, dtlawalkingtours.com EAGLE RIDER Motorcycle rentals from top brands such as Harley-Davidson, Honda, BMW, Triumph, Indians; tours offered. 11857 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 310.888.1831; 11860 S. La Cienega Blvd., Hawthorne, 310.536.6777, eaglerider.com Map I12, C2 ELITE ADVENTURE TOURS Unique, upscale tours, including helicopter and wine tours, with first-class service. Includes pickup and drop off at hotel or airport. Reservation required. 888.328.6871, eliteadventuretours.com GLITTERATI TOURS Private tours 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 & EVENTS Dine, dance and take in beautiful harbor views aboard one of Hornblower’s cruises. Choose from dinner and Champagne brunch options. Fisherman’s Village, 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, 888.467.6256, hornblower.com Map O9 KAY-CAR RENTALS Vehicle rental and chauffeur service with all-new fleet; free pickup and drop-off. GPS and car seats available. 128 E. Prospect Ave., Burbank, 818.861.7512, kaycarrentals.com Map north of T23 LOS ANGELES CONSERVANCY More than a dozen walking tours, including the Broadway Historic Theatre District, Union Station and Angelino Heights, with a focus on architecture. 213.623.2489, laconservancy.org MELTING POT FOOD TOURS Tasting tours of foodie destinations such as Thai Town, the Original Farmers Market and select restaurants. Private tours available. Reservation required. 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 East L.A and through Pasadena to Azusa; Blue Line from downtown to Long Beach; Green Line from Norwalk to Redondo Beach; Expo Line from 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 STARLINE TOURS Hollywood’s largest celebrity-tour company offers Movie Stars’ Homes tour plus tours to beaches, theme parks, San Diego and more. The CitySightseeing double-decker hop-on, hop-off tour has more than 70 stops around L.A. Prices vary. Tours begin at TCL Chinese Theatre, 6925 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 800.959.3131, starlinetours.com Map H13

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

Where to Start

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

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

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

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

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

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