Italian restaurant · Fairfax District
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"At Jon & Vinny’s, Shook recommends the meatballs, spicy fusilli, and the ‘Sonny’s Favorite’ pizza with bacon and onion." - Marguerite Imbert
Night club · Greater Echo Park Elysian
Since 1974, Club Bahia in Echo Park has been LA's go-to for late-night Latin beats, live salsa, and inclusive queer line-dancing fun.
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Shopping mall · Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw
Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza is a vibrant two-story shopping hub, mixing familiar chain stores with unique local offerings and a bustling food scene, perfect for a casual day out.
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Coffee shop · Westlake
In the heart of Rampart Village, this cozy espresso bar blends hip design with inventive drinks and some of the city's best buttery biscuits.
Ice cream shop · Highland Park
Magpies is a beloved counter-serve ice cream haven in Highland Park, showcasing an impressive lineup of vegan and gluten-free soft serve, pies, and pints perfect for hot summer days.
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Italian restaurant · Historic Core
Pasta e Pasta by Allegro serves Japanese-Italian fusion pasta in cozy Little Tokyo, spotlighting creamy, umami-rich mentai and lightly briny uni dishes.
Bar · Highland Park
Block Party is a sprawling Highland Park hangout with a huge patio, craft beers, boozy slushies, and a casual vibe perfect for long day-drinks and games.
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Mexican restaurant · Sherman Oaks
Step into Casa Vega, a 1950s Mexican haven where margaritas flow, taco platters reign, and the ambiance sparkles with old-school charm amidst a blend of A-listers and locals.
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Mexican restaurant · Fairfax District
Escuela Taqueria serves up eclectic tacos, killer guac, and fresh chips in a cozy, vibrant spot with an unbeatable BYOB vibe.
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Restaurant · Hollywood
Laya is a stunning Hollywood hideaway where vibrant Middle Eastern flavors meet California vibes, perfect for sharing kebabs and sipping cocktails under the stars.
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Bagel shop · Silver Lake
Maury's in Silver Lake whips up perfectly chewy, classic and inventive bagels piled high with fresh, flavorful smoked fish and creative spreads.