“There is a vibrant art scene, theatre , music and fashion scene, incredible food, and a very tangible environmental conscientiousness. On the eastside of the city anyway!”
— Shirley Manson
Curated by: Bleached, Brett Dennen, Deap Vally, Deradoorian, Dreamers, Fitz and The Tantrums, Gavin Turek, Grouplove, Hanni El Khatib, Jason Bentley, John Doe, Joyce Manor, Man Man, Nite Jewel, OK Go, Ozomatli, Phoebe Bridgers, Saint Motel, Shirley Manson, Silversun Pickups, The Chain Gang of 1974, Raener,The Raveonettes, Until the Ribbon Breaks, Awolnation, Baths, BRÅVES, Shana Halligan
Operating as an actual speakeasy during the Prohibition era and located in the basement of Townhouse (the oldest bar in Venice), Del Monte continues on today as a music venue and bar with a burlesque atmosphere.
Waiters serve classic American fare & martinis to diners in red booths at Hollywood's oldest eatery.
Jumbo's Clown Room is a strip club located on Hollywood Boulevard
in Los Angeles, California. It was opened on July 27, 1970 and later
became a strip club in 1980.
Popular with late-night crowd, this no-frills stand dishes up cheap Mexican eats around the clock.
Classic French bistro fare served on a romantic patio or in a warm dining room with brick walls.
A longtime staple for Caribbean fare with mismatched chairs, a cloud mural ceiling & sidewalk seats.
Bright, art-filled bistro presents weekly set menus of modern French fare made with local produce.
Creative takes on classic Mexican eats plus a full bar keep this bright, airy chain outpost hopping.
A Cuban-themed nightspot with a dress code offering a cigar lounge & burlesque-style salsa acts.
Serving the neighborhood of Silver Lake, 4100 bar offers handcrafted cocktails in a chill, inviting atmosphere. Stop by on the weekends for some excellent BBQ served up by Barbeque Pit Stop.
Funky Koreatown fixture draws crowds with karaoke, specialty cocktails & a high-energy atmosphere.
Chinese dim sum dishes are served directly to the table at this bustling eatery with a varied menu.
Lodging with Old Hollywood glamour, plus a pool, an intimate restaurant & an elegant cocktail bar.
Traditional Thai restaurant keeping late hours.
Bustling cafe serving coffee & homestyle breakfast & lunch options, including vegetarian dishes.
Neighborhood music shop with a wide range of instruments plus repairs & a performance space.
Los Angeles Union Station is the main railway station in Los
Angeles, California, and the largest railroad passenger terminal in the
Western United States.
Comfortable dining room known for its dim sum lunch featuring a wide variety of seafood dumplings.
Sushi house tucked inside a strip mall, offering only fixed-price omakase (chef's choice) meals.
The Roxy Theatre is a famous nightclub, on the Sunset Strip, in
West Hollywood, California. The Roxy is owned by Lou Adler and Adler's
son, Nic, who operates the club.
The ArcLight Hollywood is a 14-screen multiplex located at 6360 Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California.
“Hike at Tuna Canyon Park, as well as hit the cool shops and boutiques. Feels like you’ve left the city.” - Grizfolk
Recommended in the Los Angeles edition of the Waterloo Sparkling Sessions, presented by Waterloo Sparkling Water. Topanga State Park is a California state park located in the Santa Monica Mountains, within Los Angeles County, California. It is part of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.Cozy, wood-paneled watering hole lures locals with craft beers, select wines & vinyl music.
Home to one of the largest whiskey sections this side of the Mississippi, Seven Grand has set the standard for what makes a premium cocktail in Los Angeles. Located in the historic part of downtown and possessing a vintage hunting lodge feel, the bar itself features live music, pool, and private party areas.
Cozy and colorful eatery serving creative Mexican dishes.
Restored 1920s theater with a wine & coffee bar mostly screening independent films & documentaries.
Retro-chic spot pairs creative pub grub, such as blue cheese tater tots, with a curated drinks menu.
Art lines the walls of this convivial combination wine bar/shop featuring small plates & live music.
The Smell is an all-ages, alcohol and drug-free, punk
rock/noise/experimental venue in Downtown Los Angeles, California. The
Smell, notable for its DIY ethic, is home to many of the area's
avant-garde performers and artists.
Lively tavern draws a crowd with budget drinks & bar bites, including wings & weekend breakfast.
High-end women’s boutique offers trendy designer fashions, shoes & accessories in a chic interior.
Long-running frontier-themed steakhouse & saloon hosting live local bands & karaoke nights.
This unpretentious tavern opened in 1924 serves no-frills sandwiches, pickled eggs & hot dogs.
Family-run pizzeria turns out Chicago-style, deep-dish pies with vegan options, plus bread pudding.
Festive Los Angeles restaurant chain with classic Mexican dishes.
Historic 1923 cinema features 3 pint-sized theaters with digital sound & picture.
Low-key venue draws a crowd with eclectic programming, including reggae, burlesque & DJ nights.
The coffeebar reflects the spirit of its neighborhood with its casual, uncluttered décor. A white Carrera marble bar stands center stage, featuring Intelligentsia’s internationally recognized baristas brewing up coffee made to order and crafting spectacular espresso drinks.
Buzzy bar with a factorylike vibe offers inventive cocktails, live music & burlesque some nights.
Funky '70s retro bar with era-appropriate garage sale decor, an Airstream trailer & backyard BBQ.
Family-owned restaurant with a wide array of traditional Indonesian and vegetarian fare.
Hilltop park with views of Downtown Los Angeles plus hiking trails & history exhibits.
Casual spot for bowling & drinks in a relaxed retro setting with live music & karaoke.
Hip gastropub doing a mix of Mexican BBQ & American bar food in a funky, loftlike setting.
NYC-born chain of upscale women's clothing stores, also offering on-trend shoes & accessories.
Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.
Festive Downtown institution offering pub grub & live music in a sunken pirate ship setting.
Cash only, no-frills Thai eatery.
Thai and Cajun seafood joint with patio seating in the heart of Hollywood.