Church of Our Savior

Cafe Verde

Yummy basque cuisine spot with out of this world coffee. Call for reservations.

Castaway the: Restaurant

Go at night for spectacular views of the entire LA valley from the outdoor terrace of this hilltop restaurant. You can order cocktails and appetizers, or just have coffee.

Daikokuya

Oh man, the best handmade ramen you will taste in L.A. Stock has been boiled over 24 hours, and the noodles are freshly made each day.

Din Tai Fung Restaurant Inc

renowned Taiwanese dumpings. SOOO good!

El 7 Mares

Come here for the best fish tacos of your life!!! amazing ceviche as well. (323) 224-9474

Euro Pane Bakery

Our favorite bakery. According to Jonathan Gold, LA Weekly's Pulitzer Prize winning food writer, it is the best in L.A.

Golden Deli

top vietnamese cuisine, especially their bun

Pho 79

my favorite pho place. it's even zagat rated. try their charbroiled pork pho--it has a smokey grilled flavor.

Sinbala Corp

Great downhome Taiwanese Food and boba. inexpensive too.

Violet's Cakes

to die for cupcakes. especially the red velvet with chocolate frosting. they have odd hours though. check because they usually close at 4pm

Hollywood Bowl

The best venue for outdoor music. If there's an event happening the week you're here, be sure to get a cheap ticket and have a picnic with friends beforehand. It will be one of the best ways you spent a summer evening! http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/tickets/calendar.cfm

Getty Center

Amazing views and fun gardens at this museum.

Malibu Lagoon State Beach

A nice secluded beach with beautiful fauna and waters

Rose Bowl

A nice public park surrounds the rose bowl, take a walk.

Santa Monica Pier and 3rd Street Promenade

If piers with ferris wheel rides are your thing, check out Santa Monica Pier. It is fun to walk down and grab an ice cream cone. You can also rent a bike for $8/hour and ride along the coast. 3rd Street Promenade is only a short walk away for your mad shoppers.

Serra Retreat

My favorite local spot to get a view of the Pacific Ocean and find some centering quiet. Unbelievable panoramic views from a Spanish castle turned Franciscan retreat center. Free for daytime visitors.

The Gamble House

Doc's House from Back to the Future. A wonderfully preserved Craftsman Style

Vroman's Bookstore

Independent Bookstore.

Lucky Baldwins

Yummy pub food and drinks.