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CITY TOURS Beverly Hills Santa Monica West Hollywood Hollywood Downtown South Bay

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Spring Fever

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s I sit down to write this note, roaring cheers echo from outside because the LA Rams just took the title of Super Bowl LVI champions against the Cincinnati Bengals in a nail-biting ending. It’s an exciting day for L.A. and I’m absolutely thrilled for our city and this huge victory! As the football season ends, another season begins (which also happens to be one of my favorite). This year, the first day of spring begins on March 20. The spring season, which is often symbolic of rebirth, typically marks the end of a harsh winter. Although, who are we kidding? L.A. had a couple of blistering hot days in the high 80s just a few weeks ago. The flowers are blooming, animals are coming out of hibernation, the days are longer (and sunnier), and overall, it’s the start of new beginnings. While L.A. may not have had a harsh winter (weather-wise), we can all

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agree it’s been a rough few years but we can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. In the spirit of renewal, it seemed fitting to feature luxury spas where you can spend a day pampering yourself and taking care of your mind and body (p. 8). I’m also excited to share this month’s new restaurants which includes L.A.’s beloved chef Evan Funke’s highly-anticipated second restaurant, Mother Wolf (p. 5) and a Hollywood hot spot influenced by the Yucatán Peninsula. And I know I speak for many when I say that the city is delighted to welcome not one, but two new downtown restaurants from lauded chef Stephanie Izard. The Illinois native shares what surprised her the most about L.A. and how she spends her spare time in the city (p. 6). From the looks of it, I’d say spring in L.A. is already starting off on a high note. —LEILA NAJAFI (@LEILASLIST)

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Beverly Hills Goddess Ella which means “goddess” in Hebrew is also the name of the new, quirky restaurant inside SIXTY Beverly Hills. Drawing inspiration from L.A.’s musical past, the nostalgic restaurant features live entertainment on select evenings ranging from jazz to vinyl and lush plants in every corner to create a cozy living room vibe. Chef Brian Min’s comfort menu includes sourdough focaccia, beef cheek bolognese, and paper thin pizzas. Craft cocktails with the occasional theatrics are as delicious as they are thoughtfully executed. Try the Pompeii, a spicy cocktail lit on fire made with Maestro Dobel tequila, a roasted golden beet puree, and served with a black sea salt rim. 9360 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 90212 310.388.6860

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Pizza at Mother Wolf

The Mother Wolf

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When acclaimed chef Evan Funke opened his new restaurant in Hollywood, throngs of pasta-loving foodies undoubtedly followed. Mother Wolf is Funke’s latest venture following the massive success of Felix, his first restaurant on Abbot Kinney Boulevard. Located in the Citizen News Building, Mother Wolf pays tribute to classic Roman dishes while showcasing Funke’s signature handmade pastas including Carbonara, all’Amatriciana, alla Gricia, Arrabiata, and more. If you can’t snag a reservation, grab a seat at the bar where you can enjoy views of the sprawling open kitchen and the wood burning oven used for deliciously thin crust pizzas. The 150-seat dining room combines traditional Italian design, (think Siena marble table tops and Murano light fixtures) with modern elements to create a glamorous space that pays homage to the building’s Art Deco exterior. 1545 Wilcox Ave., Los Angeles, 323.410.6060

A Taste of tulum Chef Wes Avila of the famed Guerilla Tacos opens Ka’teen inside the new Tommie Hollywood. The lush, Tulum-inspired restaurant spans 5,000 square feet of outdoor dining space that transports diners to the jungles of the Yucatán Peninsula. A cluster of woven pendant lanterns hang from a thatched roof in the main dining room where equipale leather chairs and handwoven blankets and pillows keep

diners warm. Seafood sourced from Baja California shows up in dishes like the scallop ceviche, grilled whole fish, and tuna aguachile. And, it wouldn’t be a Wes Avila restaurant without his signature food— tacos. For drinks, a selection of Mexican craft beers and red wines from the buzzy Valle de Guadalupe region are highlighted as well as mezcalbased cocktails. 6516 Selma Ave., Los Angeles, 310.410.6360

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A DAY IN L.A. WITH

Stephanie Izard The Top Chef winner made her way west to open up her first restaurant outside of the Windy City by LEILA NAJAFI

Coast outpost of Girl & the Goat in the colorful Arts District in downtown L.A. “When my partners and I considered expanding, we looked at lots of cities and I felt an immediate connection to the Arts District in L.A.,” says Izard. “I love the energy and sense of community in the neighborhood and it reminds me so much of Chicago’s West Loop.” Foodies flocked to the farm-to-table eatery and it wasnt long after, Izard announced her second L.A. restaurant, the Peruvianinspired Cabra at The Hoxton, Downtown LA. Things are looking bright for Izard in L.A. While she doesn’t have plans to open up another restaurant in the immediate future, it’s safe to say her hands are quite full these days. The interview has been condensed for brevity and clarity.

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In your opinion, how do you think the L.A. diner differs from Chicago? Midwesterners tend to think that Cali diners never eat red meat and only eat salads, but that is definitely not true! People here love to go out, enjoy food, and have a great time—and we sell even more desserts in L.A. than we do in Chicago. What has surprised you about L.A.? The neighborhoods in L.A. are so drastically different from each other. It gets me really excited to explore more! What’s your favorite goat dish to cook? I love to cook goat belly— it’s one of our best sellers in L.A. and Chicago. We confit the belly in goat fat, which makes it really rich and full of flavor.

What does a day in L.A. look like when you’re not in one of the restaurants? I have loved exploring all of the gorgeous outdoor spaces so close to L.A. Every Sunday my son, Ernie, and I find a new spot to hike. It’s amazing to have all of these spots just a short drive away. We just went to the tide pool beaches in Malibu and had so much fun. In honor of Women’s History Month, is there a female figure that you admire? There are so many talented young women finding ways to do it all and it’s fun to see—like Kelly Clarkson! I’ve gotten to be on her show a couple of times since I moved here and I’m so impressed with her work ethic and talent. She makes juggling work while raising kids look easy!

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ASK ANY LOCAL in Chicago about where to eat and unequivocally one of Stephanie Izard’s four highlyacclaimed restaurants will top the list. Izard’s impressive culinary skills along with her brown spiral curls and infectious smile made their debut when she took home the award for Top Chef in 2008. Izard, which is a mountain goat in the French Pyrenees, inspired the name of her first highlyacclaimed restaurant Girl & the Goat, in Chicago’s West Loop which garnered recognition from the James Beard Foundation and Food & Wine Best New Chef, among other accolades. She then went on to open Little Goat, Duck Duck Goat, and Cabra at The Hoxton, Chicago, followed by Sugargoat for sweet tooth aficionados. In summer 2021, Izard packed her knives and opened up the first West

On Display Check out these new art exhibitions this month LACMA

> The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) presents Barbara Kruger: Thinking of You. I Mean Me. I Mean You. The L.A. -based artist showcases her playful artwork surrounding pop culture that spans across four decades. “Barbara Kruger’s art, and her dialogue with advertising and propaganda and human nature, is ‘essential reading’ for anyone who wants insight into our modern culture,” said Michael Govan, CEO and Wallis Annenberg Director and co-curator of the exhibit. The exhibit opens to the public on March 20. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 323.857.6000

California African American Museum MATTHEW THOMAS, JOSH SCHAEDEL, TIMO OHLER, COURTESY THE ARTIST AND SPRÜTH MAGERS

> This spring, the California African American Museum (CAAM) welcomes four

new exhibits including solo exhibitions from artists Troy Montes-Michie, Mario Moore, and Matthew Thomas. “In the past year and a half, we have welcomed an accomplished group of new curators to the CAAM team and commenced exciting creative collaborations with other cultural organizations. This slate of upcoming exhibitions begins to reflect some of these partnerships as well as the interests, strengths, and vision of CAAM’s staff,” says Executive Director Cameron Shaw. Currently on display, the Matthew Thomas: Enlightenment exhibit is a series of multimedia works made of colorful geometric patterns inspired by the artist’s practice of Buddhism. Admission to CAAM is free. 600 State Dr., Exposition Park, Los Angeles, 213.744.7432

Craft Contemporary Museum

> Located on Los Angeles’ historic Miracle Mile, Craft Contemporary highlights New York-based artist and curator Jaishri Abichandani’s exhibit: Flower-Headed Children. Abichandani uses craft-based materials to create intricate figurines and portraits that break down some of the traditional narratives of women to more contemporary anti-racist, feminist, queer, and politically radical possibilities. The exhibit is on view now through May 8, 2022. 5814 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 323.937.4230

Clockwise from top left: Matthew Thomas, Five Visual Seeds, 2015; Jaishri Abichandani, Flower-Headed Children; Barbara Kruger, Untitled (Forever), 2017

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Purely Pampered UNPLUG AND UNWIND AT THESE LUXURIOUS SPAS Calling all wellness warriors! Whether you’re looking for a day of R&R or a weekend of bliss, these luxury spas provide all the amenities you need for a day of self-care and relaxation. The Maybourne Beverly Hills Located on the outskirts of the Golden Triangle, the ultra-luxurious spa at The Maybourne Beverly Hills is the kind of wellness haven that will make you want to linger for hours. A heated co-ed mineral pool reminiscent of opulent Turkish baths is stunning to look at and worth the visit alone. Treatments are customized to each guest’s needs. Choose the ‘I am peaceful’ massage which uses the sweet scent of neroli oils combined with breathwork and sound bowls to put you in a deep meditative state. Afterwards, make your rounds in the locker room and try the plethora of amenities—a eucalyptus steam room, sauna, and jacuzzi. 225 N. Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, 310.860.7840

Westlake Village Inn & Spa Mineral pool at The Maybourne Beverly Hills

An hour north of Los Angeles lies a tranquil Mediterranean-inspired resort with a white-washed stone

building surrounded by an enchanting lake to transport you to the Italian countryside. Step inside the Spa Relais, a 25,000 square-foot oasis perfect for a day of pampering or a weekend getaway. The spa features a fully equipped fitness center, adults-only pool, two lounge areas, and separate locker rooms for men and women. Each of the 13 treatment rooms includes a private patio and outdoor shower while couples’ suites also have fireplaces and soaking tubs. 31943 Agoura Rd., Westlake Village, 818.889.0230

Fairmont Century Plaza The Fairmont Century Plaza which recently opened after a $2.5B renovation features a 14,000 square-foot state-of-the-art spa with nine treatment rooms, experiential rain showers, a hammam, and a Himalayan salt room. The newest biohacking treatment designed in partnership

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with Dr. Oz Garcia stimulates all the senses and aims to improve sleep quality, reduce stress, and increase mindfulness. Guests slip into an anti-gravity curve chair while listening to healing acoustic sounds and wearing compression boots designed to increase circulation. LED visors assist with generating collagen and cell turnover so you’re left feeling more calm and recharged than when you walked in. 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, 310.424.3030

Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills The all new Ayuna organic facial at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles is made with 100% non-toxic and natural ingredients so you don’t have to worry about any harsh chemicals. The 50-minute Eco-Luxury Organic Facial improves skin elasticity, tightens pores, and increases hydration using Ayuna products. A gentle cream-in-oil peel that uses alpha amino acids is used for exfoliation followed by a sculpting massage and a volcanic mask to detoxify and remove impurities. Guests can enjoy the treatment in the spa’s new Garden Suite

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with a giant living wall to bring a little piece of nature indoors. 300 South Doheny Dr., Los Angeles, 310.786.2217

Angela Caglia Skin Clinic When your face needs a little extra TLC, head over to celebrity facialist and esthetician Angela Caglia who will give your skin the attention it deserves. Caglia has over 23 years of experience working on famous faces and customizes each treatment for client’s specific skincare needs. For a red carpet glow, try the Geneo Detox, a non-invasive treatment made with green tea extract, marula oil, and vitamin E which helps treat

skin damage caused by environmental irritants and stimulates cell renewal for youthful looking skin. You’ll walk out with brighter, dewier skin that will last for days. 313 N. Beverly Dr., Beverly Hills, 424.343.0253

The Now Massage The no-frills boutique brand has grown as a wellness destination ideal for those who need a quick recharge. A signature boho chic aesthetic and focus on one treatment only—massages—makes The Now the kind of place you can count on when you need a day of wellness. 7611 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, 323.250.5060

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STARS AND STELLAR SHOPPING AND DINING HAPPENING IN CULVER CITY AND CENTURY CITY It’s only 5 square miles, but Beverly Hills looms large in pop culture. The posh locale is home to some of the priciest properties in L.A. County and boasts the country’s most recognizable ZIP code. Rodeo Drive, perhaps the world’s most famous shopping street, offers virtually every luxury fashion brand. Nearby Century City and Culver City boast on-trend shopping and dining and entertainment industry heavy hitters.

Beverly Hills Hotel ushered in a frenzy of movie-star mansionbuilding in the hills north of Sunset Boulevard. The triumvirate of Beverly Hills, Holmby Hills and Bel-Air still attracts famous and fabulously wealthy residents. Hop on the Beverly Hills Trolley Tour or book with Starline Tours to see notable homes in the area and other local landmarks.

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

Find Louis Vuitton, Gearys, and other highend designer boutiques in the Golden Triangle.

THE INDUSTRY + THE ARTS Beverly Hills isn’t all shopping and gated estates: Talent agencies William Morris Endeavor and United Talent Agency are just two of its entertainment businesses; rub shoulders with the power-lunchers at Wolfgang Puck’s legendary Spago. Enjoy cultural offerings at The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts which transformed the Beverly Hills Post Office into an entertainment venue.

CENTURY CITY West on Santa Monica Boulevard is modern acropolis Century City, home to ICM Partners, Creative Artists Agency and Fox Studios. Past Avenue of the Stars is Westfield Century City, an upscale open-air center with more than 175 stores including Tiffany & Co., Nordstrom, and Rodd & Gunn for men as well as an AMC multiplex, Din Tai Fung restaurant and Italian marketplace Eataly. Nearby on Constellation Boulevard, epicures are also drawn to Hinoki & the Bird, Tom Colicchio’s Craft, and Lumiere at Fairmont Century Plaza. Across the street, Clementine serves artisanal salads, sandwiches, and freshlybaked pastries—perfect for a casual lunch date.

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

CULVER CITY

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

Culver City boasts a thriving downtown with trendy bars and restaurants. Near the intersection of Washington and National boulevards is the hip Platform lifestyle complex, plus a handy stop on the Metro Expo Line. To the east, the Hayden Tract boasts chef Jordan Kahn’s acclaimed “gastronomical experiment” Vespertine. Culver City’s city seal proclaims it “the Heart of Screenland.” In 1915, Ince/Triangle Studios opened on Washington Boulevard; in 1924, the site became MGM Studios. Classics including Singin’ in the Rain and The Wizard of Oz would be filmed on its movie lots. Today, it is home to Sony Pictures Studios, where such hits as Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy! are taped. Experience Culver City’s screen heritage on a Sony Pictures Studio Tour.

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Santa Monica COASTAL CITY THAT NEIGHBORS MALIBU, VENICE, PACIFIC PALISADES, AND BRENTWOOD In the 1800s, orator Tom Fitch called Santa Monica “the Zenith City by the Sunset Sea.” The 21st-century version of Santa Monica fulfills its early promise, with a bustling downtown and beach that attract millions of visitors per year. Pacific Coast Highway connects SaMo with coastal draws such as Malibu and Pacific Palisades. Venice and its Abbot Kinney Boulevard draw an eclectic crowd; upscale Brentwood is home to the Getty Center and numerous A-listers.

SANTA MONICA Third Street Promenade, three pedestrian-only

blocks on 3rd Street between Broadway and Wilshire Boulevard, teems with people. Visitors can browse dozens of shops, including H&M and Anthropologie, and gawk at the myriad street artists. If they don’t refuel at one of the many eateries along the Promenade, visitors can venture to the surrounding streets to restaurants from cozy pub Ye Olde King’s Head to Michelin-starred siblings Rustic Canyon for small plates and Cassia for Asian fusion. Anchoring the Promenade at Broadway is Santa Monica Place, an open-air shopping center

with Nordstrom, 80 boutiques and the top-level Dining Deck. Steps away is the western terminus of the Metro Expo Line, which connects Santa Monica by light rail to downtown Los Angeles. Santa Monica Pier, built in 1909, is at the end of Colorado Avenue and features Pacific Park, a mini amusement park with food stands and rides including a solar-powered and LED-lit Ferris wheel.

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

Malibu Country Mart serves as the area’s town square; its Lucky’s steakhouse is new. Adjacent Malibu Village and Malibu Lumber Yard offer plenty more shops and restaurants.

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

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

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

BRENTWOOD Marilyn Monroe once called this affluent enclave northeast of Santa Monica home; it remains a favorite celebrity stamping ground. San Vicente Boulevard functions as the neighborhood’s main street, with independent shops, bakeries, cafes and restaurants. The Brentwood Country Mart, a charming open-air shopping center built in 1948, offers upscale retail. The area’s main draw is the architecturally stunning Getty Center, a hilltop museum boasting J. Paul Getty’s spectacular art collection and a beautiful central garden.

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West Hollywood THE SCENE INCLUDES SUNSET STRIP, MELROSE AND FAIRFAX AVENUES AND 3RD STREET For a municipality measuring less than 2 square miles and with fewer than 35,000 residents, WeHo wields enormous influence over the L.A. lifestyle. Numerous world-class art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, nightclubs and theaters make it a frequent destination for locals and visitors alike. In the Fairfax and midWilshire districts, find dining and shopping at the Grove and The Original Farmers Market and culture along Museum Row.

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

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

MELROSE AVENUE Melrose Avenue is synonymous with trendiness; new expressions in fashion, art and food continue to percolate up and down this street. East of Fairfax Avenue, it offers indie boutiques, cafes, tattoo parlors and vintage shops. To the west, Melrose becomes très sophistiqué, appealing to upscale tastes at Reformation, Kelly Wearstler, and Vivienne Westwood. Just off the avenue is the fashionable three-block Melrose Place, where luxury vehicles line up at chic boutiques such as IRO and Zimmermann.

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

the new Theía and design showrooms and boutiques from some of the hottest up-and-coming clothing and accessories designers. The two streets bracket the landmark eight-level Beverly Center. Bloomingdale’s, Gucci and Louis Vuitton boutiques, and restaurants including refined seafood destination Angler, are among more than 160 draws.

FAIRFAX AVENUE + MID-WILSHIRE L.A.’s Fairfax District and neighboring Mid-Wilshire are among the most culturally diverse neighborhoods in the Mid-City /West Hollywood area. At Fairfax Avenue and Wilshire Boulevard is the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, a renowned facility with more than 100,000 works dating from the ancient

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

period to today. Adjacent to LACMA is the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, where the ice age comes alive. Additional venues on Museum Row include the renovated Petersen Automotive Museum and Craft Contemporary. To the museums’ east is the burgeoning District La Brea, a walkable stretch filled with dining spots including French bistro République and boutiques including American Rag Cie. One of the Fairfax District’s anchors is The Original Farmers Market, established in 1934, with more than 100 produce stalls, shops and eateries. There are Ethiopian restaurants along Fairfax Avenue, too. Adjacent, and connected by a vintage trolley, is The Grove, an outdoor shopping center. The Grove has the character of an old-fashioned village square, with stainedglass street lamps and a central fountain. Nordstrom, a movie theater, boutiques including new Aritzia and Maje and restaurants including Bar Verde at Nordstrom, La Piazza, and Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill.

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

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

Boulevard. Its Dolby Theatre is the home of the annual Academy Awards, and its central Babylon Court frames views of the iconic Hollywood sign; erected in 1923 to advertise a housing development, the 45-foot-high letters originally read “Hollywoodland.” Other draws include Japan House Gallery, MAC Cosmetics, new Anvio VR virtual reality experience and dining spots such as Cho Oishi for sushi and shabu shabu. Next door to Hollywood & Highland is the TCL Chinese Theatre (formerly Grauman’s Chinese Theatre), famed for the celeb-

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

WALK OF FAME The sidewalks along 15 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard (La Brea Avenue to Gower Street) and three blocks of Vine Street (Yucca Street to Sunset Boulevard) are inlaid with the legendary brass-and-terrazzo stars honoring celebrities from the entertainment industry. More than 2,400 stars are enshrined beneath visitors’ feet. Marilyn Monroe’s star is steps from Hollywood & Highland. John Lennon’s is in front of the Capitol Records Building; the architectural landmark is designed to resemble a stack of records.

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

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

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

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

GRIFFITH PARK Griffith Park, among the largest urban parks in America, is an ideal place to hike, take a train ride, picnic or golf. The Charlie Turner Trailhead begins at Griffith Observatory, one of the world’s great planetariums and a frequent film location. The hike up Mount Hollywood (3 miles round trip) provides views of the Hollywood sign; the Greek Theatre is a legendary music venue. Also here: the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens and the Western-heritageinspired Autry Museum of the American West; both are accessible from the Ventura and Golden State freeways.

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Downtown CULTURE AND COOL: MUSIC CENTER, THE ARTS DISTRICT, L.A. LIVE AND DISTINCTIVE DINING Downtown Los Angeles has undergone an eyepopping renaissance. Historic art deco structures share the streetscape with glass-clad towers, and even movie stars have snapped up lofts in century-old buildings. The arts thrive along Grand Avenue as well as in the hip Arts District. L.A. Live is sports central; Chinatown and Olvera Street are fun cultural excursions; to the southwest, Exposition Park offers a trio of major museums.

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

dramatic architecture, Grand Avenue lives up to its name. Four venues on Bunker Hill make up the Music Center. The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is home to LA Opera. The Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum host theatrical productions. Architect Frank Gehry’s spectacular Walt Disney Concert Hall is the home of the LA Phil. After a show, 12-acre Grand Park is opposite.

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

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

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

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

CHINATOWN Chinatown is the destination for dim sum—and dining at foodie meccas such as Howlin’ Ray’s for Nashville hot chicken— or browsing for clothing and home goods. Cultural highlights include the ornate Thien Hau Temple. Dodger Stadium is a short drive away, as is San Antonio Winery, which offers tours and tastings.

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

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

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

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

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

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South Bay THE SOUTH BAY BOASTS OCEAN-VIEW DINING, MOM-AND-POP SHOPS, AND FUN ATTRACTIONS. The South Bay is best known for its laidback beach towns and harbors. Spend a day beach hopping or lounge seaside at one of the bustling restaurants or bars. Either way, there is plenty to do here both on and off the water.

MANHATTAN BEACH Less than 5 miles south of LAX, Manhattan Beach boasts 2 miles of beaches with sand so fine that developers exported it to Waikiki Beach in the 1920s. Laid-back Manhattan Beach is home to many professional athletes: You might spot an LA Kings player as you walk along the Strand, the

pedestrian promenade sandwiched between multimillion-dollar homes and the beachfront bike trail. The city’s picturesque pier, with its newly modernized Roundhouse Aquarium, features plaques commemorating winners of the Manhattan Beach Open—the South Bay is die-hard beachvolleyball country. It’s also a playground for watersports enthusiasts, including bodyboarders and surfers. East of the pier along Manhattan Beach Boulevard and Manhattan Avenue are chic boutiques and a burgeoning dining scene, with restaurants such as Love & Salt,

Manhattan Beach Post and The Strand House drawing gourmets from across L.A. The Metlox center is a popular gathering place, with shops like the Beehive. Between Manhattan Beach and LAX to the north is El Segundo, an industrial city with a quaint downtown and upscale shopping and dining centers. Check out The Point—an outdoor shopping destination with well-known retailers and fast-casual eateries.

HERMOSA BEACH Head south on Manhattan Avenue to Pier Avenue, the heart of Hermosa Beach. Hermosa shares many characteristics with Manhattan Beach, including its own scenic stretch of beach punctuated by volleyball nets, fitness buffs weaving along the

Strand (here merged with the bike path) and a pier studded with bronze plaques commemorating surfing legends. Come late afternoon, the pedestrian plaza at the foot of the pier becomes a different kind of South Bay scene, thanks to spillover from bars and restaurants such as Hennessey’s Tavern and Tower 12. To the plaza’s east, café/boutique Gum Tree and the Hook & Plow are standouts among the specialty shops and eateries that line Pier Avenue. Farther east, Becker carries surfboards and beachwear.

REDONDO BEACH The largest of L.A. County’s beach cities, Redondo Beach is home to the 1,457-seat Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center and a recreational waterfront featuring 2 miles

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Manhattan Beach Pier; Hermosa beach; A penguin at Long Beach’s Aquarium of the Pacific.

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

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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 businesses such as Redondo Beach Sportfishing offer whale-watching tours and fishing excursions, while other local outfitters rent out kayaks, paddleboats, and bicycles. South of the harbor, the historic Redondo Beach Pier attracts locals and visitors with quick-and-casual eateries, amusements and souvenir shops. The Riviera Village shopping district has a small-town feel, with restaurants and specialty boutiques.

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 featuring 200,000 plants. Or hug the coast on Palos Verdes Drive West to Rancho Palos Verdes’ Point Vicente Interpretive Center, a popular gray-whalewatching site. Just past the adjacent Point Vicente Lighthouse is the Mediterranean-style Terranea Resort, which offers fine dining, a 50,000-squarefoot oceanfront spa and a public nine-hole golf course. Farther along is the Wayfarers Chapel, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s son Lloyd Wright.

Palos Verdes Peninsula, 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 brewery. Catalina Express operates from Berth 95, offering daily boat service to Catalina’s quaint city of Avalon and rustic village of Two Harbors. More than a million travelers pass through the World Cruise Center (Berths 91-93) annually; adjacent to the complex is the bat-

In the county’s southwestern corner, Long Beach is home to a busy commercial port, an attraction-packed waterfront and more than 5 miles of beaches. The Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, the Pike Outlets, the Aquarium of the Pacific and Shoreline Village are nearby. From the village, you can follow the Shoreline pedestrian bike path 3.1 miles, past the Long Beach Museum of Art and into the Belmont Shore neighborhood. Here you’ll find shops and restaurants along 2nd Street, Bay Shore Beach, the Belmont Pier and windsurfing and kitesurfing lessons. Across a small channel is Naples, where you can take gondola rides (similar to Venice, Italy) through the canals and dine at restaurants such as Michael’s on Naples.

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THE GUIDE / DINING Guidelines Map locators at the end of each listing (Map A3; Map H10, etc.) refer to maps in the back of this issue. Compendium includes editors’ recommendations and advertisers.

Index Beverly Boulevard..................... 22 Beverly Hills.............................. 23 Brentwood................................. 23 Century City............................... 23 Culver City................................. 23 Downtown.................................. 23 Hollywood.................................. 24 La Brea Avenue......................... 24 La Cienega Boulevard.............. 24 Malibu........................................ 25 Pasadena................................... 25 Santa Monica............................. 26

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BEVERLY BLVD. / 3RD ST. / MELROSE AVE. A.O.C. > Mediterranean $$$ Eatery from James Beard awardwinning Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne pioneered two culinary trends: the small-plates format and wine bar. Also has a location in Brentwood. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8700 W. 3rd St., L.A., 310.859.9859 Map I12 (V) CROSSROADS KITCHEN > Mediterranean $$$ Chef/partner Tal Ronnen creates refined plant-based dishes, many inspired by nonvegan comfort classics. Popular dishes include artichoke “oysters,” Impossible Cigars, plus pizzas and pastas. L (M-F), D (nightly), Br (SaSu). 8284 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.782.9245 Map H12

(V) GRACIAS MADRE > Mexican/Latin $$ Creative plant-based Mexican fare, and winning patio, please vegans and omnivores. L, D (daily). 8905 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.978.2170 Map I12 ISSIMA > Mediterranean $$$ Hip restaurant at Kimpton La Peer Hotel featuring seasonal Cal-Med fare and a DJ spinning nightly. D (Tu-Sa). 623 N. La Peer Drive, West Hollywood, 310.405.0779 Map I12 JOAN’S ON THIRD > American $$ Cafe on busy West 3rd Street offers omelets, sandwiches, salads, soups, sweets, picnic baskets and gourmet items. B, L, D (daily). 8350 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.655.2285 Map I12

OSTERIA MOZZA > Italian $$$ L.A. breadmaker Nancy Silverton partners in Mozza’s contemporary Italian spots including this sophisticated dining room. D (W-Su). 6602 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.0100 Map H13 PIZZERIA MOZZA > Italian $$ Osteria Mozza’s relaxed sibling offers pizzas, salumi and rustic specials. Delivery/takeout from Mozza2Go. D (W-Su). Pizzeria Mozza: 641 N. Highland Ave., L.A., 323.297.0101. Mozza2Go: 6610 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.297.1130 Map H13 PROVIDENCE > Seafood $$$$ James Beard award winner/ Michelin-recognized chefowner Michael Cimarusti presents refined seafood dishes. D (Tu-Sa). 5955 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.460.4170 Map I14

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ROSALINÉ > Mexican/Latin $$$ Acclaimed chef Ricardo Zarate’s restaurant—named after his mother—introduces the “next phase of Peruvian dining” (e.g., kampachi ceviche, chicharrón de paiche). D (nightly). 8479 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, 323.297.9500 Map I12 SOULMATE > Spanish/Mediterranean $$$ Trendy restaurant in the heart of West Hollywood featuring a retractable roof and hanging lush greenery. Spanish dishes with a modern twist and extensive craft cocktail and mocktail menu. D (daily), Br (Sa-Su). 631 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.734.7764 Map I12 THEÍA > Greek $$$ Lively indoor-outdoor spot offers taramasalata and 24-karatgold-leaf-accented steak tartare, moussaka, lamb burgers and tomahawk rib-eyes. D (nightly), Br (Sa) 8048 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.591.0059 Map I12

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Long Beach newcomer, Selva, brings the flavors of Colombian cuisine to the vibrant Zaferia District. The menu pulls from chef Carlos Jurado’s roots focusing on open fire cooking for surf and turf dishes. Try the smoked bird stuffed with Colombian spices and don’t skip the small plates like the arepas or buñuelos that pairs well with the fruit punch made with fresh maracuya. 4137 E Anaheim Street, Long Beach, 562.343.5630

DINING TREE OF WISHES > Mediterranean $$ Mediterranean-inspired menu featuring small shared plates and lots of vegetarian-friendly dishes in a cozy, alfresco space. D (TuSu). 7469 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.433.7173 Map I13

BEVERLY HILLS THEBLVD PRIVÉ > California $$$ Extension of THEBlvd Restaurant on topiary-filled private cobblestone boulevard; food pairings with Champagne and fanciful cocktails. B, L (M-F); D (nightly); Br (Sa-Su). Beverly Wilshire Hotel, 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.275.5200 Map J11 CRUSTACEAN > Pan-Asian $$$ Walk-on-water aquarium meanders through this gorgeous landmark serving chef Tony Nguyen’s modern Vietnamese dishes and others from Madame An’s “Secret Kitchen.” The garlic noodles are famous. Intimate prix fixe experience Da Lat Rose is upstairs. L, D (Tu-Su). 468 N. Bedford Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.205.8990 Map I11 CULINA > Italian $$$ The ristorante inside the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills offers a coastally inflected modern Rome-inspired menu, sleek crudo bar and extensive wine list. Also a fire-lit patio. B, L, D (daily). Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, 300 S. Doheny Drive, L.A., 310.860.4000 Map J12 CUT > Steak $$$$ Getty Center architect Richard Meier and celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck collaboration is the place to savor Wagyu or dry-aged Nebraska steaks. The menu is short on nostalgia, long on flavor. D (M-Sa). Beverly Wilshire, 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.276.8500 Map J11 JEAN-GEORGES BEVERLY HILLS > California $$$$ Michelin-spangled Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s opulent dining room presents eight-course menus on the terrace. The Rooftop by JG, its casual openair counterpart, has sweeping city views and a retractable rooftop for open-air dining. D (Th-Su). Rooftop: B, L, D (daily). Waldorf Astoria, 9850 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.860.6666 Map J11

MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE > Steak $$$$ Swanky “steakhouse with personality.” Bone-in filet reigns; warm butter cake melts in your mouth. Penthouse at Mastro’s is an upstairs lounge. D (nightly). 246 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.888.8782 Map J11 MATSUHISA > Japanese $$$$ Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s relatively modest original flagship incorporates luxurious Western ingredients alongside Latin American spices. L, D (daily). 129 N. La Cienega Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.659.9639 Map I12 MATU > Steak $$$ New. A modern steak restaurant focusing on 100% grass-fed Wagyu beef with a special tasting menu that rotates nightly. D (daily). 239 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 424.317.5031 Map I11 HONOR BAR > California $$ Popular upscale eatery by Hillstone Restaurant Group. Known for the fried chicken sandwich. Dress code enforced. Walk-ins only. L,D (nightly). 122 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.550.0292 Map J11 MR CHOW > Chinese $$$$ The L.A. County edition of scene-y restaurants in New York, London, Miami, Las Vegas and Mexico City offers Imperial Beijing cuisine. L (M-F), D (nightly). 344 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.278.9911 Map I11 NATALEE THAI > Thai $$ Traditional Thai dishes such as Nutty Chicken and sole filet in red curry sauce served amid edgy decor. Veggie lovers favor the spicy maha jumlong curry. Also in Venice. L, D (daily). 998 S. Robertson Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.855.9380 Map J12 RIVIERA 31 > California $$ Elevated comfort food with dishes like fried oysters, Wagyu burger, pizza, and fried chicken sandwich. Live entertainment nightly including jazz and salsa night. D (M-Sa), Br (Su). 8555. Beverly Blvd. L.A., 310.278.5444 Map I12 SANT’OLINA > Cal-Med $$$ New. Pop-up on expansive rooftop at the Beverly Hilton presents flavor-packed Mediterranean recipes and 360-degree city views in a space that cheers by day and shimmers at night. D (Tu-Sa), L (Sa-Su). 9876

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Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.285.1260 Map J11 SPAGO > California $$$ Wolfgang Puck’s flagship restaurant, an L.A. institution, is a contemporary spot with a diverse daily-changing menu, from spicy tuna tartare to veal Wiener Schnitzel. D (Tu-Su). 176 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.385.0880 Map I11 TATEL > Spanish $$$$ New. A hotspot in the heart of Beverly Hills serving traditional Spanish Mediterranean dishes with a modern twist and rotating live entertainment offered nightly. L,D (nightly). 453 N Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 424.380.7902 Map I11

BRENTWOOD BALTAIRE > Steak $$$$ Chef Travis Strickland’s sophisticated restaurant offers Prime steaks, old-school charm and sun-or-stars dining on its terrace. Large bar and lounge area seating. L (M-F), D (nightly). 11647 San Vicente Blvd., L.A., 424.273.1660 Map J12 JON & VINNY’S > Italian $$ Stylish yet family-friendly diner from chef/owners Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo has it all— pastries, pizza, house-made pasta and meat entrees. Also on Fairfax Avenue. B, L, D (daily). 11938 San Vicente Blvd., L.A., 310.442.2733 Map J12

CENTURY CITY DIN TAI FUNG > Chinese $$ Foodies and families line up for renowned soups, noodles, and dumplings filled with pork or crab or both—and a host of habit-forming sides. Also has a location in Torrance. L, D

(daily). Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 424.382.1118 Map J10 LUMIÈRE > French $$$ New. Modern American French brasserie inside the iconic Fairmont Century Plaza hotel serving traditional French dishes such as chicken liver mousse, French onion soup, and steak frites. Pastries and limited menu offered for breakfast. B, D (nightly). 2025 Avenue of the Stars, L.A., 310.424.3031 Map K11

CULVER CITY ETTA > Cal-Med $$$ New. Acclaimed chef Danny Grant puts the spotlight on wood-fired dishes and homemade pastas with a playful cocktail list. Expansive dining room with two outdoor patios. 8801 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 424.570.4444 Map L11 VESPERTINE > Eclectic/Fusion $$$$ Chef Jordan Kahn’s pricey “gastronomical experiment” topped late L.A. Times restaurant critic Jonathan Gold’s 2017 list of the city’s 101 best restaurants. Expect a space-age meal of 18-plus courses. Reservations must be made in advance online. D (TuSa). 3599 Hayden Ave., Culver City, 323.320.4023, Map L12

DOWNTOWN 71ABOVE > American $$$$ Chef Javier Lopez’s swanky restaurant on the 71st floor of the U.S. Bank Tower. Spectacular skyline views of LA and elevated contemporary dishes. A la carte at the bar, prix fixe in the dining room. D (nightly). 633 W. 5th St., 71st Floor, downtown, 213.712.2683 Map H16

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Marinated feta at Sant’olina BAVEL > Mediterranean $$$ Bestia chef Ori Menashe and wife/pastry chef Genevieve Gergis make Middle Eastern cuisine mainstream at their lively Arts District spot. Wide range of meze; herb-stuffed dorade with red chermoula. D (nightly). 500 Mateo St., downtown, 213.232.4966 Map J17 BESTIA > Italian $$$ “Beast”-focused dishes— e.g., roasted marrow bone with spinach gnocchetti—at multiregional Italian in the Arts District. Reservations recommended. D (nightly). 2121 E. 7th Place, downtown, 213.514.5724 Map east of J17 CHA CHA CHÁ > Mexican $$ New. Sibling to Terraza Cha Cha Chá in Mexico City launches lush rooftop perch in the Arts District with design elements of Mexican villa and Palm Springs. D (Tu-Su). 812 E. 3rd St., downtown, chachacha.la Map I17 DAMIAN > Cal-Baja $$$ Chef Enrique Olvera of Pujol in Mexico City—considered North America’s best restaurant— opens sophisticated producedriven spot in the Arts District. Dungeness crab gordita; pescado a la brasa. Ditroit taqueria is in the alley adjacent. D (W-Su). 2132 E. 7th Place, downtown, damiandtla.com Map I11 DRAGO CENTRO > Italian $$$ Chef Celestino Drago’s wellexecuted Italian fare and extensive wine list are presented in a handsome contemporary space. D (M-Sa). 525 S. Flower St., downtown, 213.228.8998 Map H16 GIRL & THE GOAT > California $$$ New. Farm-to-table restaurant in the Arts District led by

acclaimed chef Stephanie Izard. The seasonal menu is a nod to California produce featuring small plates and craft cocktails in a beautiful, airy space. B (Su), D (daily). 555-3 Mateo St., L.A. 213.799.4628 Map J17 L.A. PRIME > Steak $$$$ City views, wet-aged steaks and winning wine list on the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites’ 35th floor. D (Th-Su). The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, 404 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 213.612.4743 Map I16 ORSA & WINSTON > Fusion $$$$ Acclaimed chef/owner Josef Centeno draws on Japanese and Italian traditions for a daily changing five-course tasting menu. D (Tu-Sa). 122 W. 4th St., downtown, 213.687.0300 Map I16 PHILIPPE THE ORIGINAL > Quick Bites $ Purported birthplace of French dip sandwich, this down-home cafeteria is an L.A. institution, established in 1908. Consider the 50-cent coffee. B, L, D (daily). 1001 N. Alameda St., downtown, 213.628.3781 Map G17 Q SUSHI > Japanese $$$$ The omakase-only Michelinrecognized experience at this intimate sushi bar showcases the strictly traditional artistry of chef Hiroyuki Naruke. L, D (TuSa). 521 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.225.6285 Map I16 REDBIRD > American $$$ Chef Neal Fraser offers contemporary cuisine and retro cocktails amid Spanish Baroque decor in former Cathedral of St. Vibiana rectory. Weekday happy hour menu. D (W-Su), Br (Sa-Su ) 114 E. 2nd St., downtown, 213.788.1191 Map H17

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YANG CHOW > Chinese $$ The Yun family has been offering Mandarin and Szechuan cuisine at elegant Chinatown mainstay since 1977. The Slippery Shrimp is renowned. L, D (daily). 819 N. Broadway, downtown, 213.625.0811 Map G17

HOLLYWOOD / EASTSIDE BAR LIS > French-Med $$$ Chic indoor and outdoor rooftop bar and lounge. Menu features shareable bites and extensive wine list inspired by the French Riviera. Live jazz music every Tuesday night and DJ on the weekends. D (Tu-Su). 1541 Wilcox Ave., L.A., 323.410.6210 Map H13 GRANDMASTER RECORDERS > Italian-Australian $$$ New. A former legendary recording studio turned into a restaurant and rooftop bar in the Vinyl District. Views of the Hollywood sign can be seen from the rooftop. D (W-Su). 1518 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood, 323.963.7800 Map H14 GWEN > American $$$$ Maude chef Curtis Stone and his brother Luke offer meatcentric tasting menus in an art deco dining room; plus European-style butcher shop. L, D (daily). 6600 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 323.946.7513 Map H14 MUSSO & FRANK GRILL > Steak $$$ Storied restaurant, Hollywood’s oldest, recently marked its centennial. Enjoy flannel cakes, lobster Thermidor and Welsh rabbit. Start with the martini; the drink was purportedly invented here. D (Tu-Su). 6667 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.7788 Map H13

LA BREA / MID-CITY JON & VINNY’S > Italian $$ Stylish modern diner offers pizza, creative vegetable dishes, pasta and meat entrees and pastries, Also in Brentwood. B, L, D (daily). 412 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.334.3369 Map B2

PINK’S HOT DOGS > Quick Bites $ There’s a perpetual queue at the legendary stand, open since 1939; the menu offers about 40 kinds of hot dogs and chili cheeseburgers, too. Open late. B, L, D (daily). 709 N. La Brea Ave., L.A., 323.931.4223 Map I13 RÉPUBLIQUE > French $$ Walter Manzke and pastry-chef wife Margarita offer bistro classcs (e.g., escargots, duck confit, steak frites) in a landmark that once housed silent-film legend Charlie Chaplin’s studio. Popular brunch spot. Café: B, L (daily); D (Tu-Su). 624 S. La Brea Ave., L.A., 310.362.6115 Map I13 THE BARISH > Italian Steakhouse $$$ Chef/author/James Beard award winner Nancy Silverton launches first new restaurant in eight years and first at a hotel. Wood-fire-grilled beef dryaged in house, wood-fire-baked pastas. D (W-Su). Hollywood Roosevelt 7000 Hollywood Blvd., 323.769.8888 Map H13

LA CIENEGA BLVD. / RESTAURANT ROW ANGLER > Seafood $$$$ Acclaimed Bay Area chef Joshua Skenes brings his Michelinstarred prowess to sea-lifefocused luxury spot at the Beverly Center. The menu centers on a wood-burning hearth. D (TuSa). 8500 Beverly Blvd., Suite 117, L.A., 424.332.4082 Map J12 BARTON G. THE RESTAURANT > American $$$ L.A. location of Miami spot offers showstopping food presentations in fine-dining setting. Laughing Bird Popcorn Shrimp; cotton-candy Marie Antoinette’s Head. D (nightly). 861 N. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.388.1888 Map I12 GOZEN BISTRO > Japanese $$$$ Director Mr. Hide presents tiered seasonal kaiseki tasting menus featuring premium ingredients, e.g. Angus-wagyu hybrid beef and exclusive small-batch junmai sakes; elaborate bento boxes to go. D (M-Sa). 521 N. La Cienega Blvd., 213.308.9393 Map J12 NOBU > Japanese $$$$ Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s flagship location—there are dozens around the world—focuses on sushi and Asian fusion dishes. Black cod in miso is his

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DUKE’S MALIBU > Seafood $$ Named for surf legend Duke Kahanamoku; daily-changing fresh fish plus tropical cocktails and ocean views. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Su), Br (Sa-Su). 21150 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.317.0777 Map west of K7 MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB > Seafood $$$$ On-the-waterfront eatery offers Malibu views; ahi tartare and caviar starters followed by Maine lobster and steaks. Also has a location in Beverly Hills. D (nightly), Br (SaSu). 18412 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.454.4357 Map west of K7 NOBU MALIBU > Japanese $$$$ World renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s coastal spot attracts celebs and foodies for excellent sushi and Asian-fusion dishes as well as beautiful ocean views. Reservations are strongly recommended. L, D (daily). 22706 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.317.9140 Map west of K7

PASADENA / GLENDALE ALEXANDER’S STEAKHOUSE > Steak $$$$ Super-luxe take on the American steakhouse—with Japanese influences. Certified Angus beef, domestic and imported wagyu. Leave room for the signature cotton candy dessert. D (nightly). 111 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 626.486.1111 Map Q20

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DIN TAI FUNG > Chinese $$ Foodies and families line up for renowned Shanghai-style dumplings filled with pork or crab or both, noodles and a host of habit-forming sides. Also has a location at Westfield Century City. L, D (daily). The Americana at Brand, 177 Caruso Ave., Glendale, 818.551.5561 Map U23 FLOAT > American $ Cozy neighbordhood cafe with a retro vibe and modern take on old-fashioned soda fountains. Sandwiches and coffee also served. Also located in Hollywood. B, L (daily). 380 S. Lake Ave., #106 Pasadena, 626.844.3488 Map Q19

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SANTA MONICA BIRDIE G’S > American $$$ James Beard award-nominated chef Jeremy Fox (Rustic Canyon) presents “regional American cookery and timeless family recipes” at Bergamot Station. D (nightly). 2421 Michigan Ave., Santa Monica, 310.310.3616 Map L9 BLUE PLATE OYSTERETTE > Seafood $$$ Spot near Santa Monica Pier puts a “California twist on East Hampton summer lobster bakes,” with oysters on the half shell, clam chowder and lobster rolls. L, D (daily). 1355 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.576.3474 Map L8 CASSIA > Asian Fusion $$$ Asian brasserie from Rustic Canyon team is inside a 1930s building. Vietnamese pot-aufeu, grilled-pork-belly vermicelli. Esters Wine Shop & Bar adjacent. D (nightly). 1314 7th St., Santa Monica, 310.393.6699 Map L8 PASJOLI > French $$$$ New. Modern French bistro that earned a Michelin-star in 2021. Helmed by award-winning chef Dave Beran, standout dishes include the chicken liver mousse and roasted duck breast paired with a mostly French wine list. D (nightly). 2732 Main St., Santa Monica, 424.330.0020 Map L8 RUSTIC CANYON > California $$$ Michelin-starred spot from chef /owner Jeremy Fox offers small plates, e.g., tamari turnips, mussels pozole verde, sour-dough linguine cacio e pepe. D (nightly). 1119 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.393.7050 Map L8 YE OLDE KING’S HEAD > Steak $$$ Pub/restaurant offers English fare,

known for fish and chips. B,L,D (daily); high tea (W-Sa). 116 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, 310.451.1402 Map L8

SOUTH BAY / LONG BEACH BUNGALOW KITCHEN > New American $$ New. Chic, bohemian, eclectic spot overlooking marina by chef Michael Mina/nightlife guru Brent Bolthouse. Chile-garlic king crab; carbonara pizza; short-rib pop tart. L, D, Br (daily). 2nd & PCH, 6460 Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, 562.431.0445 Map O17 ESPERANZA COCINA DE LA PLAYA > Mexican $$$ Upscale Mexican-inspired restaurant just steps away from the beach. Vibrant atmosphere. L, D (daily). 309 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 424.422.0057 Map L13 LITTLE FRENCH BAKERY > Bakery $$ Family-owned French bakery with fresh sweet and savory pastries and sandwiches. B, L (We-Su). 1820 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach, 310.504.0245 Map M13 FISHING WITH DYNAMITE > Seafood $$$ Chef David LeFevre (Arthur J, M.B. Post) offers old-school seafood plates with East Coast inspirations. L, D (daily); Br (Sa-Su). 1148 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.893.6299 Map L13 M.B. POST > American $$$ Chef David LeFevre serves farm-to-table artisanal plates of seafood, cured meats, and fresh-baked breads in former post office. The buttermilk biscuits are a must. D (nightly). 1142 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.5405 Map L13

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REMIX KITCHEN BAR > Eclectic $$ New. Chef Ross Pangilinan serves small plates—roasted Brussels sprouts with Korean chile, citrus and peanuts; Filipino fried chicken with pickled chiles and calamansi honey—and pastas including shrimp-and-bone-marrow arrabbiata. Omakase-style tasting menu at Chef’s Table. D (Tu-Sa), L (Sa-Su). Long Beach Exchange, 3860 Worsham Ave., Long Beach, 562.421.0200 Map 17 TIGRES FUEGO > Mexican $ New. Casual ceviche and taco spot along PCH from the same team behind Baran’s 2239. L (W-Su), D (Tu-Su). 1223 S. Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach, 310.921.8293 Map M13

VENICE BELLE’S BEACH HOUSE > Asian-fusion $$$ New. Modern tiki bar with indoor and outdoor space for al fresco dining. Seafood-centric menu paired with fun tiki cocktails. D (nightly), Br, L (Sa-Su). 24 Windward Ave., Venice, 424.363.6600 Map N9 BULL & BUTTERFLY > Cal-Baja Steaks $$$ New. Ranching roots from Paso Robles to Guadalupe Valley evoked with ember-cooked vegetables, spit-roasted chicken and charcoal-broiled steaks —notably rib-eye cap asada. D (W-Su). The Runway, 12746 Jefferson Blvd., Playa Vista, 213.267.2900 Map N10 FELIX TRATTORIA > Italian $$$ Chef Evan Funke has a glassenclosed, temperature-controlled pasta laboratorio where his masterpieces take shape before diners’ eyes. Advance reservations are recommended. D (nightly). 1023 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 424.387.8622 Map M9 GJELINA > Cal-Med $$$ Small farm-to-table plates, vegetable dishes, and upscale pizzas served to chic Westsiders; one

of Venice’s most popular eateries with a lively patio. Advance reservations are highly recommended. Also, Gjelina Take Away to go next door and Gjusta nearby. B, L, D (daily). 1429 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.450.1429 Map N9 NIGHT + MARKET > Thai $$ For acclaimed Thai food, head to the WeHo, Silver Lake (Night + Market Song) or Venice outpost (Night + Market Sahm) of this hip spot from L.A.-born chef Kris Yenbamroong. L (W-F), D (W-M). 2533 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, 310.301.0333 Map M9 NUEVA > Mexican $$$ New. Cantina offers contemporary Mexican on a colorful patio. Highlights: hamachi and uni with local citrus, charred peanuts and fresno chile; octopus tacos; alt-agave (e.g., sotol) cocktails. L (Sa-Su), D (nightly). 822 Washington Blvd., Marina del Rey, 310.747.6050 Map N9 OSPI > Italian $$$ New. Italian spot near the boardwalk offers olive oil-glossed country toast with toppings from garlic to chilled lobster; Sardinian gnocchi with beef cheek ragu; and pizzas with cracker-thin tonda-style crusts. L, D (daily). 2025 Pacific Ave., Venice, 424.443.5007 Map N9 WINSTON HOUSE > Eclectic $$$ New. Modern-day supperclub with surprise rotating nightly performances from local bands and DJs with European-inspired fare. Reservations are required. D (ThSu). 23 Winward Ave., Venice, hello@winstonhouse.com Map N9

WEST HOLLYWOOD 40 LOVE > American $$ Upscale sports bar with elevated menu featuring crab cake sliders, Wagyu hot dog, and caviar and potato chips. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Sun). 829 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.855.7221 Map I12 BOA STEAKHOUSE > Steak $$$$ Way hip, way fine steaks from kosher rib-eye to Japanese F1 filet mignon with choice of rubs and sauces; plus cuttingedge cocktails. Also has a location in Santa Monica. D (nightly). 9200 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2050 Map H12

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NOBLE BIRD ROTISSERIE > New American $$ Spot opposite marina serves 24-hour-brined slow-cooked birds. Korean-inspired G Chicken; coq au vin; and composed sides. Mecca for those with food allergies. L, D (daily). 2nd & PCH, 6460 Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, 562.431.0445 Map O17

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

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DELILAH > American $$$ This celebrity-favored restaurant/lounge from the H.Wood Group pays homage to the Roaring ‘20s and offers a menu of classic and modern American cuisine. Reservationonly. D (Tu-Su). 7969 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.745.0600 Map H12 MADRE > Mexican $$ Restaurant and mezcaleria with Oaxacan focus offers refined takes on specialties such as mole palenquero, decor featuring indigenous artifacts, and mezcal from small producers. Th-Su evenings. Additional locations in Culver City and Torrance. L, D (daily). 801 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.850.8518 Map I13 MEROIS > Asian-fusion $$$$ New. Sunset Strip hot spot from legendary chef Wolfgang Puck on the rooftop of Pendry West Hollywood. Southeast Asian menu with California influences. The spikey lemon cake is popular dessert item. L, D (daily) 8430 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.918.3410 Map H12 TESSE > French $$$ Classic French delights—handcrafted charcuterie, roasted duck breast “a l’orange,” steak frites—updated for 21st-century L.A. Don’t miss pastry chef Sally Camacho Mueller’s soufflés for dessert. D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 8500 W. Sunset Blvd., Suite B, West Hollywood, 310.360.3866 Map H12

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Map locators at the end of each listing (Map A3; Map H10, etc.) refer to maps in the back of this issue. Compendium includes editors’ recommendations and advertisers.

Index Attractions....................................28 Studio Tours..................................29 Museums......................................29 Shopping.......................................30 Spas...............................................33 Arts + Music..................................34

Bernard Street, Yale and Spring streets, downtown Map G17

Bring your curiosity and an open mind to the Los Angeles Museum of Love where you will uncover your partner’s Love Language and other details you may have never known. The 3,000-square-foot self-guided and interactive exhibit takes couples through thought-provoking activities and interesting questions to spark human connection. Reservations are required. 4320 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, 323.928.2272, losangelesmuseumoflove.com ATTRACTIONS AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC Focus is on Pacific Ocean sea life. Touch the ocean’s predators in Shark Lagoon, see jellies in the Wonders of the Deep gallery, penguins, sea lions and 11,000 other animals. Advanced reservations are required. M-Th 9 a.m.-6 p.m. F-Su 9 a.m.-8 p.m. $27-$37, under 3 free. 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, 562.590.3100 Map O16 BARNSDALL ART PARK Features Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House, the L.A. Municipal Art Gallery, Barnsdall Art Center, Junior Art Center and Barnsdall Gallery Theatre. Park: daily 6 am-10 pm; Municipal Art Gallery: Th-Su noon-5 pm; Hollyhock

House tours: Th-Su 11 am-4 pm. Hollyhock House tours $3-$7. 4800 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 323.913.4031 Map W22

Music Center. M-F 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sa 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Su 7 a.m.6 p.m. 555 W. Temple St., L.A., 213.680.5200 Map H17

BATTLESHIP IOWA MUSEUM Former battleship is permanently docked as a floating museum. Ongoing exhibit follows the ship’s history through World War II, Korean War and Cold War. 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

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

CATHEDRAL OF OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS Contemporary 11-story cathedral by Spanish architect Rafael Moneo opposite

CHINATOWN Ornate architecture, dim sum, traditional and trendy eateries and shops with Eastern wares surrounding a central plaza. Art and antiques on Chung King Road. Between Cesar E. Chavez Avenue and

DISNEYLAND Mickey Mouse’s theme park. Attractions include new land Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and classics Space Mountain and Pirates of the Caribbean. New super-hero land Avengers Campus opens at adjacent Disney California Adventure. Call for hours. $98-$154, under 3 free. 1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, 714.781.4565 Map D6 DOLBY THEATRE Tour the home of the Academy Awards, formerly named the Kodak Theatre. M-Sa 10 am-5 pm; Su 10 am-4 pm. $18-$23, under 3 free. 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.308.6300 Map H13 EL CAPITAN THEATRE 1926 Spanish-style movie palace screens Disney films new and old. Pre-show preludes on Wurlitzer pipe organ. Call for tour schedule, pricing. 6838 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.467.7674 Map H13 EL PUEBLO DE LOS ANGELES Birthplace of Los Angeles; the site of this historical monument dates to 1781. Historic

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DESCANSO GARDENS Coast live oaks, roses, Ancient Forest, Japanese Garden and camellia garden. M-F 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sa-Su 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5-$15, under 5 free. 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, 818.949.4200 Map Q19

ATTRACTIONS 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 GRAND PARK Urban park positioned between the Music Center and City Hall offers draws such as a farmers market and community entertainment. 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 IMMERSIVE VAN GOGH “Step inside” the works of postImpressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. An hour-long walkthrough digital-art experience at former Amoeba Music building. Call for schedule. $40-$50. 6400 Sunset Blvd., L.A., 844.307.4644, Map H14 KNOTT’S BERRY FARM The small family farm turned into a 160-acre theme park and worldrenowned attraction with roller coasters, shows, and entertainment for all ages. 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, 714.220.5200, Map 5D JAPAN HOUSE This project from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs features an exhibition gallery and a Monozukuri Shop with a curated selection of Japanese products, plus a cafe, a restaurant, a library, an event venue and views of L.A. Daily 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Hollywood & Highland, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 800.516.0565, japanhouse.jp/ losangeles Map H13 L.A. LIVE Entertainment center is home to Grammy Museum, Microsoft Theater and Novo by Microsoft, restaurants, hightech bowling lanes and nightspots such as the Conga Room. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.763.5483 Map I15 LOS ANGELES COUNTY ARBORETUM & BOTANIC GARDEN Peafowl roam the grounds and roost overhead at this idyllic 127-acre garden. Daily 9 a.m.-7 p.m. (last admission 6:30 p.m). $5-$15, under 5 free. Free third Tuesday of the month. 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, 626.821.3222 Map Q22 LOS ANGELES ZOO & BOTANICAL GARDENS The zoo, located in Griffith Park, is home to 250 animal species,

many of them endangered, living among immersive habitats and lush gardens. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ticket sales cease one hour before closing. $17-$22, under 2 free. Griffith Park, 5333 Zoo Drive, L.A., 323.644.4200 Map T23

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MADAME TUSSAUDS HOLLYWOOD Get close to the stars: 125 figures include celebrities, pop icons, actors and actresses; Marvel Super Heroes 4D. Daily 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $30-$46, under 3 free. 6933 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.798.1670 Map H13 THE ORIGINAL FARMERS MARKET Landmark destination for both locals and visitors established in 1934 boasts 120 produce stalls, restaurants and gift shops in open-air setting. Adjacent to the Grove shopping center. 6333 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.933.9211 Map I13 PORSCHE EXPERIENCE CENTER Drivers 21 and up pilot latest-model Porsches for 90 minutes on a 4-mile track with a driving coach at 53-acre center. Plus simulators, store and restaurant 917. 19800 S. Main St., Carson, 888.204.7474 Map M15 RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! ODDITORIUM Three hundred displays feature curiosities gathered by traveler Robert Ripley in the 1930s. M-Th 11 a.m.-8 p.m., F-Sa 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Su 10 a.m.8 p.m. $10-$15, under 3 free. 6780 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.466.6335 Map H13 RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM Visit Air Force One Pavilion, see full-size replica of White House Oval Office. W-Su 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $6-$16, under 2 free. 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, 800.410.8354 Map northwest of A1 SAN DIEGO ZOO First opened in 1916, the world-famous zoo houses 4,000 rare and endangered animals in a charming park with gorgeous inclined walking trails—with private tours also available. Free parking. Open daily. 2920 Zoo Drive, Balboa Park, 619.231.1515, Map TK SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK Go on a safari through the 1,800-acre preserve, home to herds of exotic animals roaming in vast enclosures resembling African and Asian plains. Experi-

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

STUDIO TOURS WARNER BROS. STUDIO TOUR HOLLYWOOD Threehour tour of TV and film studio includes backlots, prop warehouse, the real Friends Central Perk set, Batmobiles and observation of filming when possible. CalTech Physics Lab Cafeteria. Deluxe tour available. Reservations recommended. Daily 8:30

a.m.-4 p.m. $55-$68, under 8 not admitted. Parking $12. 3400 W. Riverside Drive, Burbank, 877.492.8687 Map U20

MUSEUMS ACADEMY MUSEUM OF MOTION PICTURES New immersive museum dedicated to the history of films and moviemaking. Reservations required. M-Th, Su 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; F-Sa 10 a.m.-8 p.m. $15-25; under 17 free. 6067 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.930.3000 Map J13 AUTRY MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN WEST Museum explores the art, history and cultures of the American West and houses one of the top U.S. collections of Native American materials. Tu-Su 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $6-$14, under 3 free. 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, L.A., 323.667.2000 Map H14 THE BROAD Architecturally significant museum built by philanthropists and art collectors Eli and Edythe Broad contains more than 2,000 spectacular works of contemporary art. Tu-W 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Th-F 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sa 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Su 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. See thebroad.org for special-exhibition ticket prices and extended hours. Online reservations encouraged. 221 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.232.6200 Map H16 CALIFORNIA AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM Exhibits showcasing the history, culture and art of African Americans, with an emphasis on California and the Western U.S. Tu-Su 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Parking $12, $15 after 5 p.m. 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, L.A., 213.744.7432 Map M8

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View from Griffith Observatory CALIFORNIA SCIENCE CENTER Interactive exhibits for budding scientists; Imax theater. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Permanent gallery, free; admission for Imax varies. Parking $12, $15 after 5 p.m. Cash only. 700 Exposition Park Drive, Exposition Park, L.A., 323.724.3623 Map K15 GETTY CENTER Travertine-clad hilltop facility houses collections of paintings, drawings, antiquities, photographs and decorative arts. Fabulous Central Garden and city views. Tu-F, Su 10 a.m.5:30 p.m.; Sa 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. Parking $15, $10 after 3 p.m. 1200 Getty Center Drive, L.A., 310.440.7300 Map H9 GETTY VILLA Getty Center’s exquisite coastal counterpart features Etruscan, Roman and Greek antiquities. W-M 10 a.m.5 p.m. Free. Parking $15, $10 after 3 p.m. Advance timed tickets required for entry. 17985 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacific Palisades, 310.440.7300 Map K7 GRAMMY MUSEUM Museum on L.A. Live campus explores music, artists, the creative and recording processes, and Grammy Awards history. F-Su noon-6 p.m. $13-16, under 6 free. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.765.6800 Map I15 HAMMER MUSEUM UCLAaffiliated venue presents traveling exhibitions, and permanent collection. Th-Su noon-6 p.m. Free; includes pass to the Huntington for concurrent biennial. 10899 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 310.443.7000 Map J10 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. W-Su 10 am-5 pm. $5-$15. 1660 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.464.7776 Map H13 HOLOCAUST MUSEUM LA The West Coast’s largest collection of Holocaust-era artifacts housed in an award-winning architectural building. Interactive exhibits, public tours and Holocaust survivor talks. Sa-M, Thu 10 am-5 pm; F 10 am-2 pm. Free for students and CA residents. Pan Pacific Park, 100 The Grove Drive, L.A., 323.651.3704 Map I13 HUNTINGTON LIBRARY, ART MUSEUM, AND BOTANICAL GARDENS Art, buildings and beautifully manicured grounds with more than a dozen themed gardens; several dining concepts; gallery; and an education and visitor center. W-M 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $13-$29, under 4 free. 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, 626.405.2141 Map R21 JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM Located in Little Tokyo with a mission to promote understanding of ethnic diversity with a focus on the Japanese American experience. F-Su 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $6-$12, under 6 free. 100 N. Central Ave., downtown, 213.625.0414 Map H17

LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART The largest art museum in the Western U.S., with diverse, superb collections housed on a 20-acre campus. Chris Burden’s Urban Light installation welcomes museumgoers. M-Tu, Th 11 a.m.5 p.m.; F 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sa-Su 10 a.m.-7 p.m. $10-$21, under 13 free. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.857.6000 Map J13 MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART Premier contemporary art museum in two facilities: Arata Isozaki-designed MOCA Grand Avenue and Geffen Contemporary, which displays exhibitions in a former police-car warehouse.. M, W, F 11 a.m.6 p.m.; Th 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sa-Su 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. MOCA Grand Avenue, 250 S. Grand Ave., downtown; The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA, 152 N. Central Ave., downtown, 213.626.6222 Map H16, H17 MUSEUM OF LATIN AMERICAN ART Leading museum of modern and contemporary Latin American art and Robert Gumbiner Sculpture Garden. Tu-F 10 a.m.5 p.m.. $7-$10, under 12 free. 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach, 562.437.1689 Map O6 MUSEUM OF TOLERANCE Exhibits on prejudice and discrimination, legacy of the Holocaust, human-rights issues and Anne Frank’s life and legacy. Th-Fr 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Su 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $11.50-$15.50. Anne: $12.50-$15.50. Under 5 free. 9786 W. Pico Blvd., L.A., 310.772.2506 Map J11

KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Museum for kids with more than 40 hands-on exhibits, programs and events on almost 3.5 acres of indoor and outdoor space. Th-Su 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $13-$15, under 1 free. 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, 626.449.9144 Map Q18

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY Thirty-three million objects, from dinosaur fossils to fish. Highlights include the 3.5-acre Nature Gardens, interactive Nature Lab and Tyrannosaurus rex growthseries exhibit. Daily 9:30 a.m.5 p.m. $5-$12, under 3 free. 900 Exposition Blvd., Exposition Park, L.A., 213.763.3466 Map K15

LA BREA TAR PITS AND MUSEUM Watch paleontologists at work uncovering ice age

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

SHOPPING THE AMERICANA AT BRAND Downtown Glendale retail, dining and entertainment hot spot from the creators of the Grove has a Main Street U.S.A. atmosphere and trolley. Louis Vuitton, Aritzia, and Indochino are among the 90 or so stores. Dining options include Din Tai Fung, Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina and new Nonna’s Empanadas. 889 Americana Way, Glendale, 818.637.8900 Map U23 BEVERLY CENTER Trendsetting mall near West Hollywood just completed a multimilliondollar renovation. It has more than 100 boutiques (Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana) and is anchored by Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s. New dining options include Angler from chef Joshua Skenes, Farmhouse, Yardbird Southern Table & Bar, Pitchoun!, and Eggslut, 8500 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 310.854.0070 Map I12 THE BLOC Vibrant open-air urban center encompasses a full city block along L.A.’s iconic 7th Street corridor and boasts exciting dining (Joey DTLA and District), shopping (Macy’s and Uniqlo) and (Alamo Drafthouse Cinema) options. 700 W. 7th St., downtown, 213.454.4926, theblocla.com Map I16 CITADEL OUTLETS Assyrian architecture south of downtown along the Golden State (5) Freeway; the center offers discounted clothes from Coach, Guess, H&M, Banana Republic, Levi’s, and Converse, to name just a few. 100 Citadel Drive, L.A., 323.888.1724 Map B4

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L.A. Among the main attractions are the ever-bubbling tar pits, which make up the world’s most famous fossil-excavation site. W-Su 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. $7-$15, under 3 free. 5801 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 323.934.7243 Map J13

SHOPPING FREE MARKET New retail and dining concept with a gallery vibe at Runway includes Period Correct vintage motorsports apparel, Teressa Foglia hats, Alchemy Works jewelry and Joliet Café & Bar. 12775 Millennium Drive, Playa Vista, 310.862.9461 Map N10 GEARYS BEVERLY HILLS High-end watches, jewelry, and housewares in the Beverly Hills Golden Triangle. 351 N. Beverly Dr., Beverly Hills 310.273.4741 Map I11 THE GROVE Outdoor center has 40 shops including Apple, Nordstrom and Charlotte Tilbury, eateries such as Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill, 189 by Dominique Ansel (creator of the Cronut) and Ladurée plus cinema and trolley in a setting inspired by a grand old downtown. Adjacent to Original Farmers Market. 189 The Grove Drive, L.A., 888.315.8883 Map I13 MALIBU COUNTRY MART Outdoor center with upscale boutiques such as Paige, Bleusalt, and Cie Sparks Salon. Restaurants include new Lucky’s steakhouse and casual eateries such as SunLife Organics and John’s Garden. Malibu Lumber Yard and Malibu Village are adjacent. 3835 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, 310.456.7300 Map northwest of K7 MANHATTAN VILLAGE Shopping center in Manhattan Beach with retailers like Anthropologie, Gorjana, Macy’s, and Sephora. Dining options range from casual eateries like Corner Bakery and California Pizza Kitchen to the upscale BOA Steakhouse, coming soon. 3200 Sepulveda Blvd. Manhattan Beach, 310.546.5555 Map L13 PALISADES VILLAGE Shopping destination from Caruso (the Grove, Americana at Brand). An upscale walkable village with more than 40 shops and boutiques including Amazon Books, Jennifer Meyer, and Veronica Beard, plus several dining options and a restored movie theater. Farmers Market every Sunday from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 15225 Palisades Village Lane, Pacific Palisades, 310.525.1380 Map K7 PLATFORM Curated cultfavorite retailers (Modern Society Janessa Leoné, Aesop, Reformation) in up-and-coming

Hayden Tract neighborhood. Dining options include Loqui and Brooklyn import Roberta’s. 8850 Washington Blvd., Culver City, platformla.com Map M11 THE POINT Small outdoor shopping center features retailers including Planet Blue, Lucky Brand and Madewell as well as eateries Umi by Hamasaku and True Food Kitchen. 850 S. Sepulveda Blvd., El Segundo, 310.414.5280, thepointsb.com Map L13

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SANTA MONICA PLACE Sleek outdoor mall at the south end of Third Street Promenade. More than 80 boutiques, including Lorna Jane and Rimowa, plus a rooftop Dining Deck. 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, 310.394.1049 Map L8 SOUTH COAST PLAZA Highend center in Orange County boasts nearly 300 boutiques (Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci and Givenchy) and 40 restaurants, including Din Tai Fung and Water Grill. 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 800.782.8888 Map E6 THIRD STREET PROMENADE Pedestrian-only multi-block shopping zone includes mass retailers (Cotton On, Anthropologie, Zara), kiosks and an array of entertaining street performers in the heart of downtown Santa Monica. 1351 3rd St. Promenade, Santa Monica, 310.393.8355 Map L8 TWO RODEO Center with cobblestones in the heart of Beverly Hills features luxury boutiques including Jimmy Choo and Tiffany & Co., fine art gallery Galerie Michael, restaurant 208 Rodeo and bespoke parfumerie Henry Jacques. 9478 Dayton Way, Beverly Hills, 310.247.7040 Map J11 THE VILLAGE AT WESTFIELD TOPANGA Lifestyle destination opposite Westfield Topanga shopping center—trolley service connects the two—offers stylish retailers, restaurants, a spa, a yoga studio and children’s play area. 6250 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills, 818.594.8732 Map west of A1 WESTFIELD AT LAX Retail and dining in LAX’s Tom Bradley International Terminal and terminals 1, 2, 3 and 6. 380 World Way, L.A., 310.646.1770, westfieldairports.com/lax Map O10

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SPAS CHUAN SPA Elegant spa at the Langham Huntington, Pasadena offers treatments inspired by traditional Chinese medicine; high-tech facials; an herbal steam room, sauna and whirlpool; a fitness center; and a full-service salon. 1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave., Pasadena, 626.585.6414 Map R20 CIEL SPA Philippe Starckdesigned modern retreat by Pearl Recovery Retreat and Wellness at the SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills offers luxurious services and product lines such as Biologique Recherche, plus a full-service salon. Access to fitness center and Altitude pool deck. Herbal steam room, showers. 465 S. La Cienega Blvd., L.A., 310.246.5560 Map I12 HOTEL BEL-AIR SPA Valmont’s signature high-performance anti-aging products are spotlighted at the Hotel Bel-Air’s spa. Nestled in the hotel’s tropical gardens, the spa features a couple’s enclave, steam rooms, marble showers and a relaxation room. 701 Stone Canyon Rd., L.A., 310.909.1681 Map I10

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LA PRAIRIE SPA The Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills’ opulent, 5,000-square-foot spa offers luxurious facial, nail and body treatments using products from the renowned La Prairie skin care line. 9850 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 10.860.6740 Map J11 THE RITZ-CARLTON SPA, LOS ANGELES The 8,000-squarefoot, Hollywood-inspired spa at the Ritz-Carlton at L.A. Live offers a glamorous lounge, separate lounges with eucalyptus steam rooms and cold-plunge showers, a couple’s suite, a hair salon and a boutique. 900 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown, 213.763.4400 Map I15

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ARTS + MUSIC SPA AT BEVERLY WILSHIRE The spa features a delightful aromatherapy crystal steam room; Natura Bissé, Évolué and Elemis products and services. The Nail Bar offers shellac manicures and pedicures while Pretty Woman plays on a loop. 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310.385.7023 Map J11 THE SPA AT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL LOS ANGELES AT BEVERLY HILLS Petite luxury spa with Eastern- and Western-style body treatments, an adjacent Nail Suite and facials. 300 S. Doheny Drive, L.A., 310.273.4444 Map J11 THE SPA AT THE MAYBOURNE A luxury spa with deluxe services including facials and facilities including saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools, and showers. Also onsite are fitness facilities. 225 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.860.7840 Map J11

ARTS + MUSIC CENTER FOR THE ART OF PERFORMANCE AT UCLA Public art institution that showcases contemporary performing arts including dance, music, and theater. Check website for calendar. Royce Hall, 340 Royce Drive, L.A., 310.825.2101 Map J10 THE FORD Outdoor amphitheater in the Cahuenga Pass presents music, dance and theater events. Schedule at theford.com. 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. E., Hollywood, 323.461.3673 Map G14 THE FORUM Indoor arena in Inglewood home to performances by Justin Bieber, Dua Lipa, and comedian Sebastian Maniscalco. For schedule and tickets online: thelaforum.com. 3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, 310.330.7300 Map O12 HOLLYWOOD BOWL Iconic amphitheater in the Hollywood Hills is one of the best outdoor venues in the U.S.; summer home of the L.A. Philharmonic. For schedule of events and tickets online: hollywoodbowl. com. 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.850.2000 Map G13

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