Food Scene
The BEST ramen in LA. I'm not joking. And the USC Trojan sushi roll alone will be worth your trip.
25 locals recommend
Ebaes
2314 S Union AveThe BEST ramen in LA. I'm not joking. And the USC Trojan sushi roll alone will be worth your trip.
The most beloved coffee shop in the USC area. Perfect for working or taking meetings though it does get crowded. Fresh squeeze juices, mimosas, live music - you name it!
44 locals recommend
Nature's Brew
2316 S Union AveThe most beloved coffee shop in the USC area. Perfect for working or taking meetings though it does get crowded. Fresh squeeze juices, mimosas, live music - you name it!
Himalayan House
1277 W Jefferson BlvdThe best Indian food nearby!
A very creative, eclectic coffee shop for when you want peace and quiet. BEAUTIFULLY decorated and no cell phone conversations allowed!
14 locals recommend
Blu Elefant Cafe
2024 W Washington BlvdA very creative, eclectic coffee shop for when you want peace and quiet. BEAUTIFULLY decorated and no cell phone conversations allowed!
This family-owed Mexican restaurant is one of the best kept secrets in the area. Don't let it's understated entrance fool you...
17 locals recommend
La Barca
2414 S Vermont AveThis family-owed Mexican restaurant is one of the best kept secrets in the area. Don't let it's understated entrance fool you...
Trio House
2700 S Figueroa StYou know you want that Thai delivery! ;)
Super low-key, family owned cafe and market. This place is boats an entire health food grocery store within it's walls and yet is still the perfect place to work or study. You will not be disappointed.
10 locals recommend
With Love Market & Cafe
1969 S Vermont AveSuper low-key, family owned cafe and market. This place is boats an entire health food grocery store within it's walls and yet is still the perfect place to work or study. You will not be disappointed.
Parks & Nature
The iconic rose garden! Beautiful, free and across the street from both Chik-fil-A & Chipotle. What more could you ask for?!
56 locals recommend
Exposition Park Rose Garden
701 State DrThe iconic rose garden! Beautiful, free and across the street from both Chik-fil-A & Chipotle. What more could you ask for?!
Drinks & Nightlife
Bacari W. Adams
2308 S Union AveA late-night drink favorite in the area.
Arts & Culture
California African American Museum
600 State DrHistoric and always FREE!
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
900 W Exposition BlvdNatural History Museum!
California Science Center
700 Exposition Park DrFeaturing the California Science Center IMAX theater!
Entertainment & Activities
Staples Center
1111 S Figueroa StLA Lakers!
Sightseeing
L.A. Live
800 W Olympic BlvdMovies, restaurants, shops, ice staking in the winter. You name it!
Essentials
Free parking in the underground structure! Just remember to validate.
1698 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
2738 Hyperion AveFree parking in the underground structure! Just remember to validate.
Target
735 S Figueroa StFree parking in the underground structure! Just remember to validate.