LA Faves

$$ Nigiri, izakaya & everything in between. High quality fish for a reasonable price!

Beautiful new bar in Highland Park in former music venue, outdoor balcony overlooks Figueroa. Check Instagram for food pop-ups.

Margarita Wednesdays, great cocktails and patio

Not biased or anything but this is the best surf club and shop ever. Stop by if you’re in Malibu and are curious about anything surfy.

Speakeasy vibes, outdoor seating.

Sunday morning solid east side farmers market, come hungry for fresh hot pupusas

Favorite bowling alley (oldest in LA!), weekly events, great bar, pool tables by the hour.

Downtown location has a yummy bar menu and great outdoor seating.

Elevated modern asian, pricey with great vibes and cocktails. Great for a special occasion and/or bigger group (the space is huge), or when the parents are in town ;). Reserve ahead of time!

Beautiful relatively chill east side hike close to Pasadena. Crowded on weekends. Dog friendly!

Yummy, no wait breakfast spot with great chilaquiles and breakfast burritos.

Go for wine or spirits, they’ll help.