Food Scene
Ostrich Farm
1525 Sunset BlvdPerfect dinner spot. Great atmosphere and lighting.
Dinette
1608 1/2 Sunset BlvdBreakfast
This is our favorite restaurant in Echo Park. Quiet and eclectic atmosphere. We really appreciate the food and service here. Delicious Moroccan Style Vegetarian food, Natural Wine LIST.
125 locals recommend
Elf Cafe
2135 Sunset BlvdThis is our favorite restaurant in Echo Park. Quiet and eclectic atmosphere. We really appreciate the food and service here. Delicious Moroccan Style Vegetarian food, Natural Wine LIST.
Valerie Echo Park
1665 Echo Park Ave Delicious home baked goods.
Guisados
1261 Sunset BlvdFancy tacos
Stories
1716 Sunset BlvdLocal & charming coffee spot & book store
Unique Japanese style tapas. Excellent food and atmosphere. Great Sake and Wine Program. Walking distance.
19 locals recommend
Tsubaki
1356 Allison AveUnique Japanese style tapas. Excellent food and atmosphere. Great Sake and Wine Program. Walking distance.
WINSOME
Outstanding menu for food and cocktails. Cool setting. Walking distance.
This is a real gem in the neighborhood. They have great fresh juices and outstanding Mexican food. Very friendly service. Worth a morning visit. Their tamales are very good.
11 locals recommend
K Bakery
1258 W Temple StThis is a real gem in the neighborhood. They have great fresh juices and outstanding Mexican food. Very friendly service. Worth a morning visit. Their tamales are very good.
Tamales Alberto 2
1378 Sunset BlvdFamous Local Tamale Spot. Walking distance.
New spot for Coffee and Breakfast. Just began serving dinner menu with wine and beer options. Lovely setting, Alfresco dining on a tree lined street.
55 locals recommend
Pollen
New spot for Coffee and Breakfast. Just began serving dinner menu with wine and beer options. Lovely setting, Alfresco dining on a tree lined street.
Essentials
Lassens Natural Food and Vitamins
1631 Sunset BlvdUnited Oil
1467 Sunset BlvdCheapest and closest gas station around
Drinks & Nightlife
Button Mash
1391 Sunset BlvdGreat bar food and beers and old school video games
Short Stop
1455 Sunset BlvdOld baseball bar
Little Joy
1477 Sunset BlvdBar Bandini
2150 Sunset BlvdBeer and wine, great layout.
Sightseeing
Chinatown
Art District
Traction AvenueThe rapidly and ever expanding DTLA Arts District is worth a visit.
Parks & Nature
Echo Park Lake
Elysian Park
835 Academy RdGreat park to have a morning walk in
Griffith Observatory
2800 E Observatory RdStunning city views and great hiking trails.
Arts & Culture
Hauser & Wirth
901 E 3rd StThe Museum of Contemporary Art
250 S Grand AveThe Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
152 N Central AveDorothy Chandler Pavilion
135 N Grand AveThe Broad
221 S Grand AveThe Box
805 Traction AveEverything Else
Yogala Studios
1840 Echo Park AveQuaint, local yoga studio. Great teachers, good vibes.