Guidebook for Los Angeles, Venice and Marina Del Rey
Food Scene
Well priced, French bistro, delicious coffee, fantastic wine selection, located in the iconic Abbot Kinney blvd.
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Zinqué
1440 Lincoln BlvdWell priced, French bistro, delicious coffee, fantastic wine selection, located in the iconic Abbot Kinney blvd.
Custom coffee, cool surfer and local vibe, secret spot
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Intelligentsia Coffee Venice Coffeebar
1331 Abbot Kinney BlvdCustom coffee, cool surfer and local vibe, secret spot
An LA institution and local favourite. Mexican food doesn't get any better than this. And yes, that older Mexican woman is making fresh tortillas from scratch. No reservations, so be prepared to wait for 30 mins or so on weekends.
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Paco's Tacos
4141 S Centinela AveAn LA institution and local favourite. Mexican food doesn't get any better than this. And yes, that older Mexican woman is making fresh tortillas from scratch. No reservations, so be prepared to wait for 30 mins or so on weekends.
Great place right near the Venice pier for coffee and casual breakfast before or after your morning stroll along the beach. Local's hang-out. Cash only.
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The Cow's End Cafe
34 Washington BlvdGreat place right near the Venice pier for coffee and casual breakfast before or after your morning stroll along the beach. Local's hang-out. Cash only.
Best ice cream you have ever had. Period.
And don't be deterred by the line up (there always is one), it moves very quickly.
There's a couple of benches out front so you can sit and enjoy your decadent treat and soak in the Abbot Kinney scene.
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Salt & Straw
1357 Abbot Kinney BlvdBest ice cream you have ever had. Period.
And don't be deterred by the line up (there always is one), it moves very quickly.
There's a couple of benches out front so you can sit and enjoy your decadent treat and soak in the Abbot Kinney scene.
Pizzas, pastas & small plates in a bright, bustling space, plus weekend brunch & macarons to-go. As must try when spending a night exploring downtown.
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Bottega Louie
700 S Grand AvePizzas, pastas & small plates in a bright, bustling space, plus weekend brunch & macarons to-go. As must try when spending a night exploring downtown.
Only 5 minutes from the house by bike (3 minutes by car), this casual neighbourhood spot features a hundred craft beers on tap, an extensive menu, a great happy hour and big screens all around to catch the game. Sit at the huge bar or grab a table on the patio. Probably the best Chicken Cobb Salad in LA. Tons of free parking right across the street.
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Yard House
13455 Maxella AveOnly 5 minutes from the house by bike (3 minutes by car), this casual neighbourhood spot features a hundred craft beers on tap, an extensive menu, a great happy hour and big screens all around to catch the game. Sit at the huge bar or grab a table on the patio. Probably the best Chicken Cobb Salad in LA. Tons of free parking right across the street.
Indulge in little baked treats. The red- velvet cupcakes are a dream come true.
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SusieCakes
11708 San Vicente BlvdIndulge in little baked treats. The red- velvet cupcakes are a dream come true.
Great little, casual come-as-you-are spot for breakfast or lunch in the heart of Venice. The menu is extensive and the food is as delicious as it is varied. Park your bikes out front, eat on the outdoor patio and take a couple of fresh baguettes to go.
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Gjusta
320 Sunset AveGreat little, casual come-as-you-are spot for breakfast or lunch in the heart of Venice. The menu is extensive and the food is as delicious as it is varied. Park your bikes out front, eat on the outdoor patio and take a couple of fresh baguettes to go.
Chef Antonia Lofaso’s says it best....Our love for the simplicity of fresh ingredients complimenting each other perfectly is what has inspired us to create a restaurant that honors our Italian traditions.
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Scopa Italian Roots
2905 Washington BlvdChef Antonia Lofaso’s says it best....Our love for the simplicity of fresh ingredients complimenting each other perfectly is what has inspired us to create a restaurant that honors our Italian traditions.
Very lively and busy with a modern take on Thai. Very fun, good food with a younger crowd.
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NIGHT + MARKET Sahm
2533 Lincoln BlvdVery lively and busy with a modern take on Thai. Very fun, good food with a younger crowd.
Ospi
2025 Pacific AveFun plaza to share homemade pizza and pasta
Charcoal Venice
425 Washington BlvdCasual grill centric dinning experience.
Sightseeing
Marina del Rey
Stroll by the boats, enjoy the quiet beach
A must do on everyone's first visit LA. Take the bikes or just stroll along to see hundreds of shops and street performers. Things don't get rolling until about 11am and everything shuts down at sunset
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Venice Beach Boardwalk
517 Ocean Front WalkA must do on everyone's first visit LA. Take the bikes or just stroll along to see hundreds of shops and street performers. Things don't get rolling until about 11am and everything shuts down at sunset
Stroll through the canals that are the name sake of Venice. They were originally constructed in 1905 by developer Abbot Kinney and are best accessed off Washington Blvd, along the main channel directly south of Baja Cantina.
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Terusan Venice
Stroll through the canals that are the name sake of Venice. They were originally constructed in 1905 by developer Abbot Kinney and are best accessed off Washington Blvd, along the main channel directly south of Baja Cantina.
Muzium Seni Kontemporari
250 S Grand AveEssentials
LA's favorite grocer!
Large traditional supermarket with deli, bakery and large seafood counter.
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Pavilions
820 Montana AveLarge traditional supermarket with deli, bakery and large seafood counter.
For all your organic shopping needs. Nestled in a newly developed shopping village with a very hip vibe. Be sure to get your parking validated in-store.
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Whole Foods Market
225 Lincoln BlvdFor all your organic shopping needs. Nestled in a newly developed shopping village with a very hip vibe. Be sure to get your parking validated in-store.
Erewhon is home to the highest quality organic products and produce around. Be sure to checkout their Insta gram worthy produce department. They also have an excellent prepared foods counter which is the perfect place to grab a light bite while exploring Abbot Kinney Blvd.
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Erewhon Market
585 Venice Blvd.Erewhon is home to the highest quality organic products and produce around. Be sure to checkout their Insta gram worthy produce department. They also have an excellent prepared foods counter which is the perfect place to grab a light bite while exploring Abbot Kinney Blvd.
5 minute drive from the house. Favorite neighborhood grocery store with amazing food and drink from around the globe and around the corner. Great wine selection at amazing prices.
Trader Joe's
5 minute drive from the house. Favorite neighborhood grocery store with amazing food and drink from around the globe and around the corner. Great wine selection at amazing prices.
Shopping
Main Street
Main StreetCool street, local designers, good coffee shops
Pedestrian street, close by the Santa Monica Pier, all famous brands, affordable!
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Apple Third Street Promenade
1415 3rd Street PromenadePedestrian street, close by the Santa Monica Pier, all famous brands, affordable!
Named the "Coolest Street in America" by GQ Magazine. Lots of funky shops and great places to eat.
First Friday's: There’s no better way to check out the art (and the shopping) on Abbot Kinney Boulevard, located in the heart of Venice, than stopping by on the first Friday of every month. The event starts around 6 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m. The neighborhood merchants come together to feature the best artists, gifts, products and music. And, of course, beverages are available.
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Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Abbot Kinney BoulevardNamed the "Coolest Street in America" by GQ Magazine. Lots of funky shops and great places to eat.
First Friday's: There’s no better way to check out the art (and the shopping) on Abbot Kinney Boulevard, located in the heart of Venice, than stopping by on the first Friday of every month. The event starts around 6 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m. The neighborhood merchants come together to feature the best artists, gifts, products and music. And, of course, beverages are available.
Parks & Nature
Stunning hike, head to Eagle Rock! About 1 to 1.5 hours hike.
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Taman Negeri Topanga
20828 Entrada RdStunning hike, head to Eagle Rock! About 1 to 1.5 hours hike.
Arts & Culture
Not just some stunning art and architecture but also nice view of LA, good food and a beautiful garden.
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Pusat Getty
1200 Getty Center DrNot just some stunning art and architecture but also nice view of LA, good food and a beautiful garden.
Drinks & Nightlife
They have the very best spicy margaritas. A must try.
With the open air bar that faces the street, it's probably the best people watching spot on all of Abbott Kinney
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Wabi on Rose
512 F Rose AveThey have the very best spicy margaritas. A must try.
With the open air bar that faces the street, it's probably the best people watching spot on all of Abbott Kinney
The best whiskey bar in LA with a casual, lively vibe and live entertainment on the weekends. A perfect spot to stop for a drink during a night of exploring downtown LA. The bartenders are true professionals (not aspiring actors) who are meticulous craftsmen in creating the perfect cocktail. Let them introduce you to a connoisseur's selection of whiskeys from around the world.
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Seven Bar Lounge
515 W 7th StThe best whiskey bar in LA with a casual, lively vibe and live entertainment on the weekends. A perfect spot to stop for a drink during a night of exploring downtown LA. The bartenders are true professionals (not aspiring actors) who are meticulous craftsmen in creating the perfect cocktail. Let them introduce you to a connoisseur's selection of whiskeys from around the world.
Go for the happy hour on weekdays from 3-5pm. The perfect local hang out to quench your thirst with a cold cerveza after a tour of the Venice Canals or a bike ride along the beach. Perfect outdoor patio and a bike stand out front to lock up the bikes.
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Baja Cantina
311 Washington BlvdGo for the happy hour on weekdays from 3-5pm. The perfect local hang out to quench your thirst with a cold cerveza after a tour of the Venice Canals or a bike ride along the beach. Perfect outdoor patio and a bike stand out front to lock up the bikes.
Great little outdoor patio right on the Venice boardwalk (at Rose). Perfect place to stop and try a featured brew after making your way through the boardwalk. Perfect spot to catch the sunset.
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The Commons Ale House
129 BroadwayGreat little outdoor patio right on the Venice boardwalk (at Rose). Perfect place to stop and try a featured brew after making your way through the boardwalk. Perfect spot to catch the sunset.
Walk or take the bikes to this friendly, neighbourhood bar and restaurant. Comfy, casual vibe with hip patrons, great service, delicious cocktails and small outdoor patio. Happy hour 3-7pm daily with prices that allow you to explore their extensive drink menu.
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The Corner Door
12477 Washington BlvdWalk or take the bikes to this friendly, neighbourhood bar and restaurant. Comfy, casual vibe with hip patrons, great service, delicious cocktails and small outdoor patio. Happy hour 3-7pm daily with prices that allow you to explore their extensive drink menu.