Food Scene
Empanada's Place
3811 Sawtelle BlvdDelicious empanadas - authentic Argentine style cuisine.
Metro Cafe
11188 Washington PlThe best banana pancakes in the world.
Beard Papa's
2130 Sawtelle BlvdCream Puffs, anyone?
Fatburger
3150 Wilshire BlvdThe last great hamburger stand. Get it with everything on it!
Tatsu Ramen
7111 Melrose Avethe BEST ramen, hands down.
If you've never had Korean BBQ - you must go here.
82 locals recommend
Hae Jang Chon Korean BBQ Restaurant
3821 W 6th StIf you've never had Korean BBQ - you must go here.
Unlimited pancakes and mimosas on the weekends, it does not get any better!
98 locals recommend
A-Frame
12565 W Washington BlvdUnlimited pancakes and mimosas on the weekends, it does not get any better!
Phillips Bar-B-Que
2619 Crenshaw BlvdThe best Bar-B-Que in Los Angeles, a must try!
Santouka Ramen
3760 S Centinela AveOne of the best Ramen places in LA.
The Malibu Cafe
327 Latigo Canyon RdWine Safari!
Coffee Connection
3838 S Centinela AveGreat patio with free wifi -- closed on Sundays.
Venice Grind Coffee Company
12224 Venice BoulevardGood lattes and cappucinos.
Manna Korean BBQ
333 Alameda StreetKOREAN BBQ!
President Obama ate here. Fried chicken served atop waffles with hot sauce and maple syrup on the side. This is real soul food.
120 locals recommend
Roscoe's Chicken And Waffles - Pico Blvd.
5006 W Pico BlvdPresident Obama ate here. Fried chicken served atop waffles with hot sauce and maple syrup on the side. This is real soul food.
Parks & Nature
Bring your tennis rackets! Mar Vista Recreation Center has Tennis Courts, an Indoor as well as Outdoor Basketball Courts, a huge field for Baseball, Soccer, Football. A great place to run, etc.
40 locals recommend
Mar Vista Recreation Center
11430 Woodbine StBring your tennis rackets! Mar Vista Recreation Center has Tennis Courts, an Indoor as well as Outdoor Basketball Courts, a huge field for Baseball, Soccer, Football. A great place to run, etc.
More amazing hikes in the Santa Monica Mountain range
204 locals recommend
Will Rogers State Historic Park
1501 Will Rogers State Park RdMore amazing hikes in the Santa Monica Mountain range
TreePeople
12601 Mulholland DrMore good hiking in the mountains that split LA and San Fernando
Essentials
Trader Joe's
6150 Slauson AveA California original - Trader Joe's for all your grocery needs.
Nijiya Market
2130 Sawtelle BlvdJapanese Grocery for the win.
Japanese market with great restaurants inside!
130 locals recommend
Mitsuwa Marketplace - Santa Monica
3760 S Centinela AveJapanese market with great restaurants inside!
"Farm to table" grocery where farmers sell directly to the public. Open on Sundays from 10am-2pm.
122 locals recommend
Mar Vista Farmers' Market
12198 Venice Blvd."Farm to table" grocery where farmers sell directly to the public. Open on Sundays from 10am-2pm.
Drinks & Nightlife
Barkowski
2819 Pico Blvd<3
Very cool bar in the heart of the flourishing Arts District
16 locals recommend
Barbara's At the Brewery
620 Moulton AveVery cool bar in the heart of the flourishing Arts District
Good Hurt
12249 Venice Blvd.Local bar -- sometimes has live music.
Hotel Erwin
1697 Pacific AveBEST VIEW OF VENICE!!! Rooftop Bar.
Arts & Culture
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire BlvdLA County Museum of Art
Sightseeing
The Getty
1200 Getty Center DrThe Getty!
Only a few minutes from the house, one of LA's must-see tourist traps.
815 locals recommend
Venice Beach Boardwalk
517 Ocean Front WalkOnly a few minutes from the house, one of LA's must-see tourist traps.
Great Hikes - really beautiful scenery in the Santa Monica Mountains,
277 locals recommend
Topanga State Park
20828 Entrada RdGreat Hikes - really beautiful scenery in the Santa Monica Mountains,
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrThe Original Disneyland!
Six Flags Magic Mountain
26101 Magic Mountain PkwyRoller Coasters!
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaAnother amusement park with lots of fun rides.
Knott’S Berry Farm
8039 Beach BlvdFinal amusement park.
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Entertainment & Activities
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrDisneyland!
Six Flags Magic Mountain
26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy!!!!