The local's guide to Silver Lake
Food scene
Great neighborhood spot for coffee or pastries (try the gluten-free blueberry muffin or the breakfast sandwich, trust us!) just a few blocks walk
219 locals recommend
LAMILL COFFEE Boutique
1636 Silver Lake BlvdGreat neighborhood spot for coffee or pastries (try the gluten-free blueberry muffin or the breakfast sandwich, trust us!) just a few blocks walk
Every Saturday morning & Tuesday afternoon, check out the local farmers' market for farm fresh food, vintage clothes, and home-made crepes. Less than a 10 minute walk from the house
187 locals recommend
Silver Lake Farmers Market
3700 Sunset BlvdEvery Saturday morning & Tuesday afternoon, check out the local farmers' market for farm fresh food, vintage clothes, and home-made crepes. Less than a 10 minute walk from the house
The best burgers and shakes in Silver Lake, check this out for old time feels and cheap eats
6 locals recommend
The Win~Dow Silver Lake
1529 Griffith Park BoulevardThe best burgers and shakes in Silver Lake, check this out for old time feels and cheap eats
Cute wine shop and cafe on Sunset Junction, ~12 minute walk from the house. Feels like Europe
La Pharmacie du Vin
3926 Sunset BoulevardCute wine shop and cafe on Sunset Junction, ~12 minute walk from the house. Feels like Europe
Hip spot on Sunset Blvd, must visit (if you can get in!) for the cocktails and shared plates. Easier to get a spot at the bar to enjoy drinks and the regular live music
22 locals recommend
Bacari Silver Lake
3626 Sunset BoulevardHip spot on Sunset Blvd, must visit (if you can get in!) for the cocktails and shared plates. Easier to get a spot at the bar to enjoy drinks and the regular live music
Local favorite, make sure to stop by early (opens at 5p) to get a spot outside. The mussels and oysters are a must!
227 locals recommend
L & E Oyster Bar
1637 Silver Lake BlvdLocal favorite, make sure to stop by early (opens at 5p) to get a spot outside. The mussels and oysters are a must!
Our Saturday morning tradition! Show up before 10a to avoid the crowds, especially on the weekends
144 locals recommend
Millie's Cafe
3524 Sunset BlvdOur Saturday morning tradition! Show up before 10a to avoid the crowds, especially on the weekends
Hidden gem for some of the best sushi in town. Can't go wrong with the omakase!
20 locals recommend
Osen Izakaya
2903 Sunset BlvdHidden gem for some of the best sushi in town. Can't go wrong with the omakase!
Tartine Silver Lake
3921 Sunset BlvdBest spot for some fresh sourdough
Spot for the highest quality meats & fish. It's pricey, so ask their expert staff for recommendations on how to shop on a budget
34 locals recommend
McCall's Meat & Fish Co
2117 Hillhurst AveSpot for the highest quality meats & fish. It's pricey, so ask their expert staff for recommendations on how to shop on a budget
Sightseeing
Walk right out your door and around the reservoir for a great <4 mile city hike
396 locals recommend
Silver Lake Reservoir
Walk right out your door and around the reservoir for a great <4 mile city hike
Just a 10 minute drive, the Observatory is surrounded by great hikes and plenty of parking in Griffith park
4367 locals recommend
Griffith Observatory
2800 E Observatory RdJust a 10 minute drive, the Observatory is surrounded by great hikes and plenty of parking in Griffith park
Great public courts in the mountains just 10 minutes away by car. Pro tip: the courts are first-come, first-served (and free!) until 8am
6 locals recommend
Vermont Canyon Tennis Courts
2715 N Vermont Canyon RdGreat public courts in the mountains just 10 minutes away by car. Pro tip: the courts are first-come, first-served (and free!) until 8am