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An upstairs VIP balcony looks down over the grand ballroom. The all-ages venue usually features standing-room admission. The ballroom has a full bar, and another full bar in the fancy art deco lobby. Read more.
The venue is synonymous with the Silver Lake music scene, launching such crucial local indie icons as Beck, Silversun Pickups and Elliott Smith. Monday nights are usually no cover. Plus a pool table! Read more.
At night, the home of the L.A. Philharmonic and the L.A. Master Chorale has unbeatable views of the skyline from the roof.
An acronym for the Roy & Edna Disney/CalArts Theater, REDCAT takes on edgier, more experimental fare than its big brother, Disney Hall. A 240-seat performance space & an adjoining gallery & bar area. Read more.
Huge selection of consumer and professional cameras and everything photography related. Skip the elevator and take the stairs to check out the displays of rare Rock'n'Roll photos in the stairwell! Read more.
Immortalized by the Will Farrell flick "Night At the Roxbury" the new Rox is definitely as opulent as one might expect. Look good (& have a good girl-to-guy ratio if in a group) or you may not get in! Read more.
Sit in the spot that has a view of Radiator Spring Racers & you have built in entertainment. Don't miss the decorations on the walls!
It's all about the "adult sno-cone" poolside. Pineapple or mango with vodka or rum! The Kings Highway restaurant is working to keep midcentury style alive. Chill in front of the outdoor fireplaces
Of all the Sunset Strip clubs, this place has the longest history & most impressive roster of legendary musicians who've played there. Great sound system and most nights are all ages! 50 years today! Read more.
Back in the 60s, The Key Club was called Gazzarri's, and The Doors played here prior to the house gig at The Whisky, just down the street. The club pioneered the "pay-to-play" concept on the strip.
This is one of the best places to be when it’s summer in L.A. Once I played Skee Ball and earned 12,000 tickets! All I got was a plastic whistle, but still.
This club is so dark it feels like it’s always nighttime, even if you’re in there at 11am (which we have been). Perfect for checking out up-and-comers up close and personal. Read more.
Voted Best Lounge in High Places in OC Weekly's Best Of 2011 Issue! Try the warm baby brie with wild-berry sauce. Click the link to download the Best Of app and view more winners! Read more.
Book Soup's magazine stand is so massive that it has to be kept outdoors. The impressive variety includes more publications in French than many stands have in total — & 14 different editions of Vogue! Read more.
Shake your booty alongside dancers from your favorite music videos! Newcomers can get a free weeklong pass to try the newly remodeled gym, which also offers yoga, spinning, Pilates, weights and more! Read more.
This place has HISTORY. You have to check it out, even if it’s having just one poolside drink. But the bungalows … they’re amazing. Stay if you can. - Teri, Media and Events
All rooms on property have a private balcony, and many with panoramic views of Beverly Hills and Los Angeles! Read more.
Casa Del Mar once was an exclusive beach club in the 1920's! Be sure to reserve a spa treatment at the Sea Wellness Spa, while visiting! Read more.
The boutique hotel, located steps away from the Santa Monica Pier, offers surfing lessons, bike rentals and yoga on the beach to guests! Read more.
The Kahala has hosted every U.S President since Lyndon Johnson! Read more.
Enjoy the beach, enjoy the food, enjoy the large comfortable rooms. The Hyatt experience is waiting for you.
Solid bands play here regularly, and how often can you get amazing mac'n'cheese along with great SoCal rock'n'roll?! Pro-Only Tip: Try the "Dirty Blonde Groupie" shot (SoCo, peach liqueur, pineapple). Read more.
Since 1924, it hasn’t closed once—not for the earthquakes, and not even when a taxicab drove through the front wall. This diner is known for its large portions and sourdough bread. Read more.
Pink’s serves up chili-slathered goodness in a bun, attracting droves of tourists and Angelenos alike. Try the special “Ozzy Osbourne Spicy Dog." Read more.
Check out the observatory parking lot for a terrific view of the Hollywood sign, and channel your inner James Dean from Rebel Without A Cause, filmed here in 1955. Read more.
Enjoy local art, industrial architecture, and healthy deli specials, which include sandwiches and a wide variety of salads. Read more.
This burger shack serves only two burgers, the “Steakburger” or the “Hickory Burger,” both served in wax-paper, no plate. Read more.
My favorite place to put on a street performance – and catch one, too!” – Andy Grammer
Food blogger Sanam of My Persian Kitchen recommends Attari Sandwich Shop. "My favorite is the beef tongue sandwich with tender tongue on a baguette with tomato, pickles, crispy onions, and parsley."
Solar conjunction is a great time for catching up on todos. During this brief period, the sun blocks new commands from reaching Mars. Read more.
Flavors change constantly at the West Coast favorite, but one thing you can look forward to every time is the self-serve toppings bar.
It's good that Marcos Tello is still consulting here. There are aged cocktails, spirits served neat and some spectacular presentations. Consider the BBC, a basil-infused collins.
Cocktail connoisseurs flock here to see Matt Biancaniello and his fellow mixologists. Try the 17-step Bloody Mary. Or if you’re adventurous, tell the team what you like and let them get creative.
Flip for the Phylloxera Flip, a licorice-y drink shaken with egg and Bénédictine: Read more.
Mia Sarazen is shining at her newest post. The new Statesman cocktail takes scotch, muddies it with apricot and then mellows it with baked apple bitters.
Cole Apodaca (Hotel Shangri-La) is behind this curious list. The Creeping Fig, based on bourbon, but with fig, lemon and black tea, takes us from summer into fall in one smooth sip.
This Egyptian revival theater was developed by Sid Grauman and Charles E. Toberman in 1922 to accommodate the growing population of Los Angeles.
Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. You want a poolside cocktail in sunny L.A. You don’t want the bullshit Hollywood scene. This is the place. Get a martini.
With projections of burlesque dancers, dinner dishes like steak skewers w/ sea-salt garlic oil & coconut ranch + half off all booze from 5-8pm, Felix is your first-class ticket to the confessional. Read more.
The charming pedestrian streets host a myriad of culture, from hip contemporary art gallery nights to the Annual Chinese New Year Parade! Have a beer at Hop Louie's and toss a penny to fulfill a wish! Read more.
This hotel not only hosted presidents Reagan, Ford and Carter, but it also served as an Army training camp during the 1940s. Read more.
This 28-acre beachside resort has hosted Benjamin Harrison, William Howard Taft and Franklin D. Roosevelt! Read more.
This massive warehouse should be considered a treasurehunt rather than a curated experience. Don’t miss their outdoor $1 sale on Sundays, especially if you like digging through heaps of vintage!
Consider getting the World of Color package! Make reservations in advance. It's $30/ea for a delicious pre-fixed three-course lunch menu & VIP seating for the first show. Dinner option avail too.
Always a line, try to go off peak hours mid week and try exotic sausages like rattlesnake and rabbit with a side of Belgian fries and a craft beer.
Definitely check out this great spot for burgers/dogs/fries or pretty much anything on the menu. You wont regret it. Let us know what you think... Read more.
Recently featuring the work of Mark Grotjahn, Takashi Murakami, Sharon Lockhart, J.B. Blunk, and many others, this is widely considered to be one of the most prestigious galleries in Los Angeles. Read more.
Admission is FREE every Thursday evening, 5-8pm, so take your time and catch a late dinner in Little Tokyo when you're done. Read more.
Steve Seabury, author of Mosh Potatoes heavy metal cookbook, says: once you get there you have to order a beer, a shot of George Dickel and order a burger with extra cheese and a side of Tots. Read more.
Friendly atmosphere - try to accomplish the drink list. Good Luck! - Scott Prett, DTLA - The Series
Did you know that this store was the very first of the newly redesigned Disney Stores? Try to squeeze through the tunnel in the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Plush Fixture - 1 of only 5 in the world!
Owned by Doris Raymond, this store carries only the most exquisite pieces from the late 19th century through the late 20th century. Many A-listers shop here so don't be intimidated by the price tags! Read more.
Some of the biggest names in the business have been shaking up the stage at this iconic establishment for more than three decades.
The Matthew Rolston–designed rooms are large (750 square feet is the smallest), hip, and have kitchens and balconies. Book a room on one of the top floors for more restful sleep.
With rotating exhibitions, the museum highlights contributions to contemporary Latin American art. Permanent collection features works by Wilfredo Lam & Alejandro Colunga. Free admission every Sunday.
Look in the dictionary under "DIVE" and a picture of the Powerhouse might be in there. PBR on tap. Oh, and don't touch anything. Great "first date" to see if date is a "trooper." -Alex Reznik, Top Che
The hotel offers a yoga renewal package which includes a skinny classic cocktail as welcome drink, one hour yoga session, late checkout and more.
Recommended to me by a stylist I met in Tokyo, this vintage store on Alvarado and Sunset always has something special to add to your wardrobe. —Rumi Neely, fashion blogger
Don't miss World of Color, Disney® California Adventure™ Park's new masterpiece filled with beautiful fountains, beloved Disney characters, and spectacular musical numbers! Read more.
Poetry readings, dancers, and live music. Hip stores like Gypsy Den and Buffalo Exchange,The Lab is about art, creativity, and shopping. Read more.
Release Your Inner Rockstar at Corona's Fender Museum. Read more.
You can’t miss the indoor skydiving! If you like the idea of skydiving, but like being indoors better, then this is the place for you. I tried indoor SCUBA diving once. It didn’t turn out too well.
This beautiful beach is a laid back alternative to other ‘too cool’ beaches in LA for French Actress Elodie Bouchez. The sunset is unbelievable here! Check out her other LA faves at the LV Amble site. Read more.
Stop by to experience what Hollywood was like back in the day (1930s and 1940s).
Stroll around for a dose of Mexican and Latino culture. Don't leave without trying some taquitos from world-famous Cielito Lindo!
There is no shortage of amazing food to be had in the area. Manna Korean, Young Su San and Sorabol are just a few to check out. Read more.
If you are just visiting a guest, opt for the $10 selfpark rather than leave your car with valet for $40 for 40mins. For the restaurant, RH, valet is just $7. Overnite parking for guests is $28.
Love the personalization that goes on here. Guests have their initials monogrammed on the pillowcases!
One of LA's best boutiques. You can find everything from limited edition Jeremey Scott / Addidas Originals sneakers to Jean Paul Gaultier / Guy de Jean Umbrellas.
The intimate space features luxurious seating throughout and it is lit in a manner that is nothing short of sensual. Read more.
Great parking and good food in the surrounding neighborhoods! Once you get in the drinks at the full bar are inexpensive. The venue is small but every view is a great view! Read more.
Get the relaxation you deserve at the spa which features beauty and skin treatments.
In addition to being conveniently downtown near Staples Center & The Grammy Museum - this venue is HUGE! Multiple floors, beautiful VIP areas, & the stage/sound is impeccable. We love it here!
"Flight Club sells its footwear based on consignment. If you’ve been trying to track down a pair of mint condition Air Jordan V’s 1990, chances are pretty good you’ll find them here"- from askmen.com Read more.
"In the same hospital where Biggie Smalls died" - Kanye West "Through The Wire" Sourced from rapgenius.com.
Stop at McWay Falls and Pfeiffer Beach. There's no cell service and the road is hidden so look at a map before you go!
The rooftop bar has an amazing view of Venice and the beach/ocean, stellar drinks, and I had a hot dog with jalapeño and cream cheese on it. What more could you want? Kellie - Community Manager
With so many free cultural attractions, Downtown LA has become one of the city's best places to see the sights for free. Take a free walking tour with our guide on discoverLosAngeles.com
Located behind a Papaya King, this secret lounge is a treasured Hollywood secret and hosts intimate performances by big-name stars.
Architect John Lautner's eponymous midcentury hotel was the setting for T&C's May 2012 cover, as well as the shoot for our profile on Boardwalk Empire's Gretchen Mol.
One of the most popular is the dulce de leche Bundt cake, a vanilla sponge cake filled with caramel and topped with a dulce de leche glaze. In addition to the towering cakes. Read more.
Get a scoop of the Cap’n Crunch ice cream sandwiched between cupcake tops: Read more.
