Venice Canals is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

1. Venice Canals

9.4
Dell Ave (at Howland Canal), Venice, CA
Canal · 120 tips and reviews

Tara R.Tara R.: Beautiful hidden treasure. Great views, and pretty homes.

Aditya A.Aditya Ambadkar: Hidden gem

RichardRichard: Hidden gem in Venice.

Veranda Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

2. Veranda Bar

8.7
939 S Figueroa St #500 (at W Olympic Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Hotel Bar · South Park · 8 tips and reviews

Derek F.Derek Fromson: The pool bar is a little hidden oasis in the middle of downtown, which now glitters with all new expensive places. If you're hungry, the burgers and taquito plates are pretty tasty.

Mathieu S.Mathieu Sabourin: Beautiful little hidden bar with a nice terrace.

CurbedCurbed: This Moroccan-themed hotel has all the over-the-top decor one might expect, but in an unlikely location in South Park. A swell place to get a drink before or after a show or ballgame. Read more.

Pace Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

3. Pace Restaurant

8.7
2100 Laurel Canyon Blvd (at Kirkwood Dr), West Hollywood, CA
Italian Restaurant · 50 tips and reviews

Ryan A.Ryan Alexander: Hands down my favorite restaurant in LA. It's a hidden gem off the beaten path. Try the chocolate souffle if you're craving a nice dessert.

Roxanne S.Roxanne Saei: Lovely nook in the canyon. Classic LA hidden gem.

Charles K.Charles Knoles: A hidden gem in Los Angeles. Gourmet pizza, romantic retro vibe. Great farm to table fare.

Si Laa is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

4. Si Laa

7.9
1128 S Robertson Blvd (Pico Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Thai Restaurant · South Robertson · 9 tips and reviews

ShinnawyShinnawy: Crispy duck ROCKS! Hidden treasure is awesome too!

Daniel H.Daniel Heidt: Must try...hidden treasures!

Priyanka K.Priyanka Kanse: Get the hidden treasures. Portions are small.

Spoke Bicycle Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

5. Spoke Bicycle Cafe

9.4
3050 N Coolidge Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Café · East LA · 13 tips and reviews

Kyle C.Kyle Chadwick: Bike shop and pop-up coffee and snacks! Hidden gem along the bike path

GokceGokce: Kind a secret place which known by bikers mostly. It serves nice breakfast

Richard L.Richard Latronica: Breakfast, beer, coffee, bike service

Chibiscus Asian Cafe & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

6. Chibiscus Asian Cafe & Restaurant

8.3
7361 W Sunset Blvd (Martel), Los Angeles, CA
Noodle Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews

ShokShok: Hidden gem! Spicy Miso Chicken Ramen + Taro Almond Milk Tea!

Grace S.Grace S.: Kimchi fried rice is way better than the ramen and the ramen is friggin' good. KFR is extremely flavorful and tasty. Hidden gem and will be back again.

JenMJenM: Excellent ramen - they take spicy seriously, but it's delicious. Lots of flavor, not salty, perfect noodles. Really nice people - hidden gem!

The Varnish is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

7. The Varnish

8.6
118 E 6th St (at Main St), Los Angeles, CA
Speakeasy · Fashion District · 124 tips and reviews

Food & WineFood & Wine: A collaboration between cocktail heroes Sasha Petraske and Eric Alperin, the Varnish is accessible only through a secret door at the newly renovated Cole's, downtown L.A.'s century-old public house.

Tiago L.Tiago Lobao: Imerge in the Speakeasy vibe, finding this hidden bar. You can always trust the bartenders choice on drinks for you. You're on a speakeasy, take the risk!

Stephen S.Stephen Smythe: Sneak by the hordes in Coles to the unmarked door in the back for a drink wonderland. Just let the bartender close for you.

Jinpachi is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

8. Jinpachi

7.9
8711 Santa Monica Blvd (btw Westbourne Dr.and Hancock Ave), West Hollywood, CA
Sushi Restaurant · 36 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: For the serious sushi lovers, ask chef/owner Hirotaka (Taka) Fujita to bring you the chef’s choice for the evening or allow him to order for you. A great hidden spot for you and some friends. - Jill

celia k.celia kim: Hidden gem of a place! Sashimi plates + spicy tuna on crispy rice are TDF. Food comes out SLOW but it'll be worth the wait!

Phil T.Phil Toronto: A hidden gem! Fresh fish, great flavors 🍣

Petit Ermitage is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

9. Petit Ermitage

8.7
8822 Cynthia St, West Hollywood, CA
Hotel · 41 tips and reviews

Mary H.Mary Hall: A hidden treasure in Los Angeles, in West Hollywood.A five star hotel without the five star price. Read more.

The Taste SheriffThe Taste Sheriff: A hidden gem in LA. European vibe and ambiance, nice people, tranquility, and complete absence of WeHo douchiness.

Jia L.Jia Li: Beautiful view of the hills and fireplace in the suite. What more?

Cole's is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

10. Cole's

8.6
118 E 6th St (at Main St), Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · Fashion District · 194 tips and reviews

StickyDramaStickyDrama: A 100-year-old hidden treasure in the "Historic Core" of downtown LA. The french dip sandwiches are delish (I recommend the pastrami and chedder). And the decor is like a brothel from the Wild West. Read more.

Mark N.Mark Nelson: Visit the secret bar varnish in the back on the main dining area

DarrylDarryl: Secret bar in the back

Amir's Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

11. Amir's Garden

8.5
Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA
Garden · 9 tips and reviews

Katherine M.Katherine M.: 5 Every Day says, "Hikers who brave the steep climb are rewarded with a magical, hidden oasis full of jacaranda trees, rose bushes, geraniums, oleander, and yuccas set among benches." Read more.

LAistLAist: This hidden jewel of Griffith Park requires a bit of a hike to reach, but the impressive views, well-tended grounds, and secretive location are totally worth the trek. Read more.

Patrick K.Patrick Kajirian: Start a while and soak in the pleasant vibe!

Good Times at Davey Wayne's is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

12. Good Times at Davey Wayne's

8.8
1611 N El Centro Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Cocktail Bar · Central Hollywood · 106 tips and reviews

PureWowPureWow: This 70's theme bar is so groovy that it has a secret entrance. (Hint: Enter through the fridge.) Read more.

TV Food MapsTV Food Maps: Check out Good Times at Davey Wayne's as it was featured on Best Bars in America for Ultimate throwback bar, secret entrance through a fridge in a thrift shop Read more.

Danny V.Danny Vigil: "The place" cool spot with secret entrance. Feels like your back in the 70's!

Ignatius Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

13. Ignatius Cafe

7.9
1451 Dana St, Los Angeles, CA 90007, Los Angeles, CA
Café · South LA · 7 tips and reviews

Sebastian A.Sebastian Arriagada: Literally, one of the hidden gems of USC. You won't regret coming hear to study.

StevenSteven: I'm obsessed with this coffee shop! The atmosphere is amazing, the staff is so kind, and it honestly feels like you're in a hidden oasis in the middle of the city. Only wish I had found it sooner!

5hrp5hrp: They don’t sell coffee, they give it to you for free to express their gratitude for each $3 donated. And yeah, there only drinks

Gigi's Bakery & Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

14. Gigi's Bakery & Cafe

8.0
2200 W Temple St (at N Lake St), Los Angeles, CA
Café · East LA · 25 tips and reviews

jamie c.jamie coletta: Hidden gem. Try the media noche with plantain chips or shoestring fries. Also serves great espresso/coffee/pastries.

Desiree V.Desiree V: This place was BOMB.com you'd never think such a hidden gem in this area.

cecy l.cecy love angeles: their bolillo with frijoles and crema is very good. i also like their vaso de 3 leches and the bolitas de papa. i looove their cafe cubano :)

Labyrinth Above The Last Bookstore is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Los Angeles.

15. Labyrinth Above The Last Bookstore

8.9
453 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA
Bookstore · 7 tips and reviews

Shirley W.Shirley Williams: I recently visited this book store and was blown away by the selection. They have everything from bestsellers to hidden gems, covering every genre imaginable.

Laula M.Laula Meb: Loved the “terror vault”!! Sooo many affordable options and that smell of old books... classic! Loved it.

Gregory F.Gregory Fisher: Great place to explore!