Guidebook for Glendale
Food Scene
Porto's Bakery and Cafe
315 N Brand BlvdWorld famous pastries!
Panini Kabob Grill - Glendale
400 North Brand BoulevardExcellent Persian food
Pho Hut
312 N Brand BlvdExcellent Pho
Excellent, authentic Italian food with extensive wine list and a wonderful outdoor patio
642 locals recommend
The Americana at Brand
889 Americana WayExcellent, authentic Italian food with extensive wine list and a wonderful outdoor patio
Artisanal cheese shop attached to a small cafe with excellent sandwiches and salads
36 locals recommend
Say Cheese
2800 Hyperion AveArtisanal cheese shop attached to a small cafe with excellent sandwiches and salads
Il Capriccio
1757 N Vermont AveExcellent Italian food in the heart of Los Feliz Village
Restaurant and bar made famous both by its inclusion in the movie Swingers and by its nightly performances from famed band Marty and Elayne. No trip to LA is complete without a stop here!!!
210 locals recommend
The Dresden Restaurant & Lounge
1760 N Vermont AveRestaurant and bar made famous both by its inclusion in the movie Swingers and by its nightly performances from famed band Marty and Elayne. No trip to LA is complete without a stop here!!!
Arts & Culture
Studio Way
Studio WayUniversal Studios and City Walk
The Magic Castle
7001 Franklin AveMagic shows and dinner
Hollywood Pantages Theatre
6233 Hollywood BlvdCatch a Broadway play in this beautiful old theater
Sightseeing
Griffith Observatory
2800 E Observatory RdObservatory, hiking, city views
Hollywood Sign
Views of the sign and LA
Hollywood & Highland
6801 Hollywood BlvdHome of the Oscars and the heart of Hollywood
Madame Tussauds Hollywood
6933 Hollywood BlvdWax museum
Heal the Bay Aquarium
1600 Ocean Front WalkSanta Monica pier, aquarium, and beach
University of California, Los Angeles
UCLA campus and medical center
Entertainment & Activities
Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens
5333 Zoo DrExtensive zoo includes elephants
A favorite of LA natives, this small, neighborhood walk-up cafe sits at the base of Griffith Park and offers tons of picnic tables and space to run around in. A great base for day hikes in the park!
133 locals recommend
The Trails
2333 Fern Dell DrA favorite of LA natives, this small, neighborhood walk-up cafe sits at the base of Griffith Park and offers tons of picnic tables and space to run around in. A great base for day hikes in the park!
Shopping
The Americana at Brand
889 Americana WayWorld class shopping and dining
Rodeo Drive
Rodeo DriveWorld class couture shopping
Glendale Galleria
100 W BroadwayShopping with Target, Bloomingdales, etc
Nordstrom Rack Glendale Fashion Center
227 N Glendale AveSave on current designer fashions
Ross Dress for Less
241 N Glendale AveExpansive high end designers are offered at this location
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
465 S Arroyo PkwyWhole Foods
Trader Joe's
2462 Honolulu AveTrader Joe's
Ralphs
211 N Glendale AveJust down the street with ample parking
Everything Else
Frequently hosts equestrian events that are open to the public. Check their website for current show details.
44 locals recommend
Los Angeles Equestrian Center
480 Riverside DrFrequently hosts equestrian events that are open to the public. Check their website for current show details.