DINING

REMIX KITCHEN BAR

> Eclectic $$

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. D (Tu-Sa), L (Sa-Su). Long Beach Exchange, 3860 Worsham Ave., Long Beach, 562.421.0200 Map 17

SAUSAL > Mexican/Latin $$

This stylish El Segundo restaurant serves nuevo-rancho cuisine by chef Anne Conness, with an emphasis on wood fire, smoke and slow-roasting methods; Mexican and Spanish flavors; and locally sourced produce. L, D (daily). 219 Main St., El Segundo, 310.322.2721 Map L13

THE STRAND HOUSE > California $$$ Beachside restaurant with ocean and pier views and a stylish bar. L (Tu-F), D (nightly), Br (Sa-Su). 117 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.545.7470 Map L13

WOOD + SALT TAVERN

> Cal-Global $$

Contemporary dishes in Bixby Knolls; Santa Carota beef tartare, Tehachapi Rye potato gnocchi with smoked chicken ragu, woodgrilled whole dorade with Sicilianstyle caponata. D (nighly), Br (SaSu). 4262 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, 562.349.0111 Map M16

Valley

ASANEBO > Japanese $$$$

Michelin-rated sushi bar and restaurant in a strip mall offers memorable sushi as well as inventive fare such as uni tempura in shiso leaf. D (nightly). 11941 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 818.760.3348 Map A1

CASTAWAY > American $$$

Fine dining with sweeping valley views from hilltop perch and steak-forward menu by Cutthroat Kitchen winner Perry Pollaci. L (W-Su), D (nightly). 1250 E. Harvard Road, Burbank, 818.848.6691 Map north of W21

JOAN’S ON THIRD

> American $$

Celebrity-favored cafe offers omelets, sandwiches, salads, soups, sweets, picnic and gourmet items. B, L, D (daily).

12059 Ventura Place, Studio City, 818.201.3900 Map T18

PETIT TROIS > French $$$

French-bar-style spinoff from Trois Mec offers a la carte classics such as a confit-fried chicken leg and omelet with Boursin cheese. B (Sa-Su); L, D (daily).

13705 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, 818.989.2600 Map G10

Venice

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. D (nightly).

1023 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 424.387.8622 Map M9

GJELINA > Cal-Med $$$

Small plates, vegetable dishes, upscale pizzas served to chic Westsiders; one of Venice’s most popular eateries and liveliest patio. Also, Gjelina Take Away to go. 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 $$$

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 $$$

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

(V) PLANT FOOD

+ WINE > California $$$

Restaurant from Matthew Kenney takes a raw, locally sourced, plant-based approach to dining. Lovely patio sheltered by olive trees. Extensive organic and biodynamic selection of wines. L (W-Su), D (nightly). 1009 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 310.450.1009 Map N9

West Hollywood

BOA STEAKHOUSE

> Steak $$$$

Way hip, way fine steaks from kosher rib-eye to Japanese F1 filet mignon with choice of rubs and sauces; plus cutting-edge cocktails. D (nightly). 9200 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.278.2050 Map H12

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

DELILAH > American $$$

This celebrity-favored restaurant/lounge 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

KATANA > Japanese $$$

Robata and sushi from the Sushi Roku-Boa Steakhouse team: open-flame-grilled meat, vegetables, seafood on skewers. Stylish rooms, patio. D (nightly). 8439 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.650.8585 Map H12

MADRE! > Mexican $$

Restaurant and mezcaleria with Oaxacan focus offers refined takes on specialties such as mole palenquero, decor featuring indigenous artifacts, mezcal from small producers and tasting menus Th-Su evenings. L, D (daily). 801 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A., 323.850.8518 Map I13

TESSE > French $$$

Raphael Francois is in the kitchen at this sophisticated spot serving classic delights. Don’t miss pastry chef Sally Camacho Mueller’s soufflé dessert. L (SaSu), D (W-Su). 8500 W. Sunset Blvd., Suite B, West Hollywood, 310.360.3866 Map H12

WESTSIDE

FLAME > Persian $$$

Upscale Persian restaurant in Persian Square serving grilled meat kabobs, hearty stews, and freshly baked flatbread in a traditional tanor oven. L,D (daily). 1442 Westwood Blvd., L.A., 310.470.3399 Map J10

THE APPLE PAN > Quick Bites $$

The counter is popular at this tiny joint open since 1927. Aficionados wax on about the drippy Steakburger and Hickoryburger. Cash only. Open late. L, D (TuSu). 10801 W. Pico Blvd., West L.A., 310.475.3585 Map K10

STK > Steak $$$

Stylish steakhouse at the W hotel includes jalapeño pickled shrimp cocktail and wagyu flat-iron steak. D (nightly). W Los Angeles-West Beverly Hills, 930 Hilgard Ave., L.A., 310.659.3535 Map J10

One Love

More than a musical tribute, Bob Marley One Love Experience is an immersive, multisensory journey into the life and legacy of the famed music icon. The 15,000-square-foot interactive exhibit features memorabilia, previously unseen photographs, a silent disco, a cannabis rainforest, and plenty of photo ops.

Tickets start at $20. 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, bobmarleyexp.com/los-angeles

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. 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

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

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

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, 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 Bernard Street, Yale and Spring streets, downtown Map G17

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.

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

DISNEYLAND Mickey

Mouse’s theme park. Attractions include Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and classics Space Mountain and Pirates of the Caribbean. Superhero 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. 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

Renovated Spanish-style movie palace built in 1926 screens Disney films new and old. Preshow 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 back to 1781. Historic buildings, 11 of which are open to the public, include 1818 Avila Adobe, L.A.’s oldest.

Museums

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 hourlong 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 world-renowned 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 am-6 pm. Ovation Hollywood, 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 am-7 pm (last admission 6:30 pm). $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 am-5 pm. Ticket sales cease one hour before closing. $17-$22, under 2 free. Griffith Park, 5333 Zoo Drive, L.A., 323.644.4200

Map T23

MADAME TUSSAUDS

HOLLYWOOD Get close to the stars: 125 figures include celebrities, pop icons, and actors; Marvel Super Heroes 4D. Daily 11 am-6 pm. $30$46, under 3 free. 6933 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 323.798.1670 Map H13

THE ORIGINAL FARMERS

MARKET Landmark destination established in 1934 boasts 120 local and family-owned produce stalls, restaurants, and gift shops in open-air setting. 6333 W. 3rd St., L.A., 323.933.9211 Map I13

PORSCHE EXPERIENCE

CENTER Drivers 21 and older 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 am-8 pm., F-Sa 10 am-10 pm, Su 10 am.8 pm. $25.99, under 4 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 am.-4 pm. $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

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. Experiences 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

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

Three-hour 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. Reservations recommended. Th-M 10 am7 pm. $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 am-8 pm. $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 am-4 pm. $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. TuW 11 am-5 pm; Th-F 11 am-8 pm; Sa 10 am.-8 pm.; Su 10 am-6 pm. 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 am-5 pm. Free. Parking $12. 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, L.A., 213.744.7432 Map M8

CALIFORNIA SCIENCE

CENTER Interactive exhibits for budding scientists; Imax theater.