Guidebook for Los Angeles
Food Scene
The best ramen that Los Angeles has to offer for only $9. For a cozy night in, order for pick-up and spend the night in front of the fireplace watching HuluPlus or Netflix.
Asahi Ramen
2027 Sawtelle BlvdThe best ramen that Los Angeles has to offer for only $9. For a cozy night in, order for pick-up and spend the night in front of the fireplace watching HuluPlus or Netflix.
Delicious tapas from a renowned Chef at a reasonable price. Rare find for LA! Enjoy their extensive wine list since your walk home is just two blocks...
15 locals recommend
Flores + Sons
2024 Sawtelle BlvdDelicious tapas from a renowned Chef at a reasonable price. Rare find for LA! Enjoy their extensive wine list since your walk home is just two blocks...
For the ultra California cuisine experience, try the inside-out quinoa burger with a kale salad. Don't forget your all-natural, youth-restoring soda!
95 locals recommend
True Food Kitchen
395 Santa Monica PlFor the ultra California cuisine experience, try the inside-out quinoa burger with a kale salad. Don't forget your all-natural, youth-restoring soda!
For date night, this secret garden is the ultimate spot. Happy Hour every day!
19 locals recommend
Michaels
1147 3rd StFor date night, this secret garden is the ultimate spot. Happy Hour every day!
Thai Moon
Hands down: Best Thai food in LA. They deliver!
Nutella Croissants and 20 Italian coffee preparation styles you've never heard of.
10 locals recommend
Spazio Caffe
1511 Montana AvenueNutella Croissants and 20 Italian coffee preparation styles you've never heard of.
Groundwork Coffee Co.
671 Rose AveFor the mid-day pick me up!
Everything Else
Never-ending healthy options for long stay guests who are looking to save some cash.
881 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
6150 Slauson AveNever-ending healthy options for long stay guests who are looking to save some cash.
For basics such as eggs, milk, or a toothbrush in case American Airlines loses your luggage.
583 locals recommend
Ralphs
910 Lincoln BlvdFor basics such as eggs, milk, or a toothbrush in case American Airlines loses your luggage.
My favorite place to shop in LA is on Montana between 11th and 17th streets. Great boutique shops lined with tasty coffee shops, adorable puppies and celeb spotting.
141 locals recommend
Montana Avenue
Montana AvenueMy favorite place to shop in LA is on Montana between 11th and 17th streets. Great boutique shops lined with tasty coffee shops, adorable puppies and celeb spotting.
CoreFusion workouts will kick your butt, but you'll be able to cool down in their relaxing spa afterwards. Members and guests are allowed to use the sauna, steam room and relaxation facilities.
9 locals recommend
Exhale Los Angeles - Santa Monica
101 Wilshire BlvdCoreFusion workouts will kick your butt, but you'll be able to cool down in their relaxing spa afterwards. Members and guests are allowed to use the sauna, steam room and relaxation facilities.
The Santa Monica Airport still fascinates me. Watch private planes take off and arrive non-stop in the middle of the city.
Santa Monica Airport Observation Deck
3233 Donald Douglas Loop SThe Santa Monica Airport still fascinates me. Watch private planes take off and arrive non-stop in the middle of the city.
Entertainment & Activities
A great new park by the Santa Monica Pier. It seems tourists haven't caught onto this treasure yet. Incredible ocean views and a fantastic kids playground that makes you wish you were a 5 year old!
93 locals recommend
Tongva Park
1615 Ocean AveA great new park by the Santa Monica Pier. It seems tourists haven't caught onto this treasure yet. Incredible ocean views and a fantastic kids playground that makes you wish you were a 5 year old!
Shopping
Another California must: try these freshly made juices that don't taste like your backyard! A small lemonade stand tucked into a Brentwood shopping mall - definitely a hidden gem.
25 locals recommend
Pressed Juicery
2409 Main StAnother California must: try these freshly made juices that don't taste like your backyard! A small lemonade stand tucked into a Brentwood shopping mall - definitely a hidden gem.
Drinks & Nightlife
The reason Jonnie agreed to move to Sawtelle. This burger joint is incredible. You have to experience it for yourself. Weekends are busy - so try to go during the week if you can!
200 locals recommend
Plan Check
1800 Sawtelle BlvdThe reason Jonnie agreed to move to Sawtelle. This burger joint is incredible. You have to experience it for yourself. Weekends are busy - so try to go during the week if you can!