Mariano and Dawn's Guide to LA

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Mariano and Dawn's Guide to LA

Food scene near La Casita

Amazingly fresh and authentic Mexican food. Try their Barbacoa burrito!
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Taqueria Los Anaya
4651 W Adams Blvd
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Amazingly fresh and authentic Mexican food. Try their Barbacoa burrito!
Delicious soul food
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Alta
5359 W Adams Blvd
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Delicious soul food
Delicious pizza! Our favorite is the half mushroom/half pepperoni.
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Delicious Pizza
5419 W Adams Blvd
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Delicious pizza! Our favorite is the half mushroom/half pepperoni.
Everything is so good there. Favorites include the Pargiyot Chicken pita and their fries.
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Mizlala West Adams
5400 W Adams Blvd
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Everything is so good there. Favorites include the Pargiyot Chicken pita and their fries.
The handmade chicken noodle soup is to die for.
Ma Dang Gook Soo
869 S Western Ave
The handmade chicken noodle soup is to die for.
Delicious korean BBQ. Book a table, they get crowded!
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Park's BBQ
955 S Vermont Ave
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Delicious korean BBQ. Book a table, they get crowded!
Great for brunch and lunch. Recommend getting there early as it's a popular place!
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Cafe Vida
9755 Culver Blvd
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Great for brunch and lunch. Recommend getting there early as it's a popular place!
This landmark 24-hour donut shop is one of LA’s iconic attractions not only for their giant donut on the rooftop but their absolutely delicious donuts. Original glazed is my favorite.
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Randy's Donuts
805 W Manchester Blvd
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This landmark 24-hour donut shop is one of LA’s iconic attractions not only for their giant donut on the rooftop but their absolutely delicious donuts. Original glazed is my favorite.
Famous place for fried chicken and waffles
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Roscoe's Chicken And Waffles - Pico Blvd.
5006 W Pico Blvd
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Famous place for fried chicken and waffles
Local favorite 50s style diner. Be aware they are usually only open until 2:30pm
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Pann's Restaurant
6710 La Tijera Blvd
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Local favorite 50s style diner. Be aware they are usually only open until 2:30pm
Argentinian bakery and restaurant in the heart of Culver City
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Grand Casino Bakery & Cafe
3826 Main St
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Argentinian bakery and restaurant in the heart of Culver City
An array of food options from different cultures all in one bustling, lively place. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone had a date night at Sarita’s Pupuseria in Lala Land
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Stór miðborgarmarkaður
317 S Broadway
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An array of food options from different cultures all in one bustling, lively place. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone had a date night at Sarita’s Pupuseria in Lala Land
Upscale lunch spot with amazing bread!
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Bianca Bakery
8850 Washington Blvd
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Upscale lunch spot with amazing bread!
Spicy Szechuan noodles and dumplings
MIAN West Adams
Spicy Szechuan noodles and dumplings
Fresh sushi without all the bells, whistles and loud music :)
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UZUMAKI SUSHI
11060 Washington Blvd
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Fresh sushi without all the bells, whistles and loud music :)

Neighborhoods

Very walkable downtown with lots of dining options, anything from sushi to french and a few cute boutique stores as well.
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Culver City
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Very walkable downtown with lots of dining options, anything from sushi to french and a few cute boutique stores as well.
Major shopping area with tons of restaurants and access to Santa Monica pier and the beach.
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Santa Monica
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Major shopping area with tons of restaurants and access to Santa Monica pier and the beach.
Bars, restaurants and interior decoration stores!
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West Hollywood
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Bars, restaurants and interior decoration stores!
Urban with lots of new trendy restaurants offering tasty cuisines. Recommended during the day for historic walks and after dark for the night scene.
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Downtown Los Angeles
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Urban with lots of new trendy restaurants offering tasty cuisines. Recommended during the day for historic walks and after dark for the night scene.
Mid-city is in transition and as such you’ll find a combination of old vs. new as much as in the neighborhood homes as in the shops and restaurants. Look out for new eateries on Adams Blvd. between Hauser and Redondo Blvds. Stroll through West Adams to see 1940s style Spanish homes and Jefferson Park for more craftsman styles.
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Mid City
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Mid-city is in transition and as such you’ll find a combination of old vs. new as much as in the neighborhood homes as in the shops and restaurants. Look out for new eateries on Adams Blvd. between Hauser and Redondo Blvds. Stroll through West Adams to see 1940s style Spanish homes and Jefferson Park for more craftsman styles.
Hipster vibe with lots of trendy coffee shops and eateries
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Silver Lake
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Hipster vibe with lots of trendy coffee shops and eateries
Visit Monterey Park, Alhambra, San Gabriel and Rosemead for the best Chinese restaurants, foot massages and Asian supermarkets
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Monterey Park
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Visit Monterey Park, Alhambra, San Gabriel and Rosemead for the best Chinese restaurants, foot massages and Asian supermarkets

City/town information

20 minutes away, Manhattan Beach is another world altogether from Los Angeles. Bright, airy with large coastal beach areas.
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Manhattan Beach
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20 minutes away, Manhattan Beach is another world altogether from Los Angeles. Bright, airy with large coastal beach areas.
Joshua Tree is a couple hours drive away and offers stunning desert scenery as well as a pace that's a few beats slower than the hubbub of LA.
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Joshua Tree
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Joshua Tree is a couple hours drive away and offers stunning desert scenery as well as a pace that's a few beats slower than the hubbub of LA.
Just a two hour drive north from LA, Santa Barbara offers a nice day or weekend getaway
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Santa Barbara
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Just a two hour drive north from LA, Santa Barbara offers a nice day or weekend getaway
Just an hour north of LA for a coastal town, slower pace feel.
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Ventura
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Just an hour north of LA for a coastal town, slower pace feel.
A quaint, quiet town that attracts healers and meditation gurus
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Ojai
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A quaint, quiet town that attracts healers and meditation gurus

Our favorite spots in LA

Amazing rooftop for drinks 🍹 with a clear view up and down Venice Beach
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Hotel Erwin
1697 Pacific Ave
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Amazing rooftop for drinks 🍹 with a clear view up and down Venice Beach
See https://www.google.com/amp/takemytrip.com/2016/04/hike-hollywood-sign-wonder-view-trail/amp/
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Hollywood skiltið
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See https://www.google.com/amp/takemytrip.com/2016/04/hike-hollywood-sign-wonder-view-trail/amp/
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Griffith stjörnufræðistöðin
2800 E Observatory Rd
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Stór miðborgarmarkaður
317 S Broadway
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Santa Monica bryggja
200 Santa Monica Pier
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Catch an exhibit and take photos at the "Urban Lights" lamp post installation
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Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire Blvd
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Catch an exhibit and take photos at the "Urban Lights" lamp post installation
Learn about the history of the Tar Pits and visit them right here in LA!
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La Brea Tar Pits og safn
5801 Wilshire Blvd
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Learn about the history of the Tar Pits and visit them right here in LA!
The best outdoor mall in LA
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Westfield Century City
10250 Santa Monica Blvd
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The best outdoor mall in LA
If you love tv and movies, this is a great studio tour that shows you behind the scenes with fun, interactive exhibits
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Warner Bros. Studios
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If you love tv and movies, this is a great studio tour that shows you behind the scenes with fun, interactive exhibits

Favorite restaurants

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Cassia
1314 7th St
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SUGARFISH
1345 2nd St
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Casa Sanchez
4500 S Centinela Ave
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Slurpin Ramen Bar
3500 W 8th St
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고바우 식당 Kobawoo Restaurant
698 S Vermont Ave
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Father's Office
1018 Montana Ave
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Papa Cristo's Greek Grill
2771 W Pico Blvd
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Temporarily closed
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Bavel
500 Mateo St
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Temporarily closed
Boston Lobster Seafood Restaurant (粵唯鮮)
4501 Valley Blvd
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Golden Deli Restaurant
815 W Las Tunas Dr
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Porto's Bakery and Cafe
3614 Magnolia Blvd
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Historic Hollywood restaurant for classic steaks, sides and good old-fashioned service
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Musso & Frank Grill
6667 Hollywood Blvd
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Historic Hollywood restaurant for classic steaks, sides and good old-fashioned service
Fun for a night out in Hollywood, Beetlejuice-themed with shows
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Beetle House LA
7080 N Las Palmas Ave
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Fun for a night out in Hollywood, Beetlejuice-themed with shows

Borgartillaga

Samgöngur

Renting a car in LA is your best bet

If you don't mind driving, having a car at your disposal will be the most time-saving way to get around. Second best option are rideshares, but the cost can add up because the distances can be long. Metro is a good option if your destinations are along the metro lines. Public buses are the most cost efficient but prolong your travel time and can be delayed due to traffic.
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LA is mild desert weather

LA has a mild desert-like climate so you'll typically get temperatures between 75 - 100 during the summer (cooler close to the cost, hotter in the valley and inland), 60's-70s during the fall and 45's-60s in the winter. Even on the hottest days, the nights are chilly so always bring an extra layer for when the sun goes down.
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LA has a lot of local, ethnic food

The local restaurants are more affordable and offer delicious, authentic cuisines. Taco trucks abound and are great alternatives to sit-down restaurants if you're just looking to grab a bite.