Start your LA escapade with a visit to Café Nido in Silver Lake. This indoor/outdoor haven offers a serene spot to enjoy your favorite brew and nibble on delectable pastries. Embrace the neighborhood’s artistic vibe and take your time soaking it all in (and all their free wifi). This spot often becomes overcrowded so make sure to add it to your list.

The Georgian Hotel has been the crown jewel of Santa Monica since 1933. Once the playground of Hollywood greats, she has reopened as the iconic First Lady of Santa Monica and continues to bask in the spotlight. Indulge in a seaside retreat at the Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica. With mesmerizing ocean vistas and an elegant ambiance, this historic gem is perfect for relaxation. Sip cocktails on the rooftop or take a leisurely walk along the iconic Santa Monica Pier.

Tucked away in Santa Monica, Bar Monette exudes laidback elegance with its olive-green walls and patinated copper accents. The menu keeps things simple yet standout with crave-able small tapas plates and pizza baked to perfection in their copper-clad ovens. This small location fills up fast making it the perfect spot for your weekend in LA.

KCRW is bringing the party back to Santa Ana! Come hang out with us for a night at the Bowers Museum. The event will feature live sets from KCRW DJs SiLVA & Dan Wilcox, pop-up bars, kids activities, and more. Bowers is staying open late, so come explore! The galleries will be free for the night for KCRW Members and Santa Ana residents. This will be the very last day to check out the exhibition Ubuhle Women: Beadwork and the Art of Independence, so you don’t want to miss this one!

Make sure to RSVP here.

Situated atop the ninth floor of the Maybourne Hotel, Dante NYC makes its west coast debut with rooftop bar and restaurant Dante Beverly Hills. Dante’s signature, aperitivo-style cocktails pair with an Italian and Mediterranean-inspired food menu centered around a wood-fired oven. An encapsulating experience, guests are welcome to stay late into the night for dinner and live music overlooking the glittering LA skyline, making Dante Beverly Hills not just a restaurant, but a destination.

Don’t miss Martini Hour (3-5pm Daily) where they serve up the best Martini’s for only $10!!! Think eyedropper filled with olive oil. olive bitters. pinch of salt. olive brine….yeah

With glitzy decor and artfully plated French fare, Culver City’s Juliet is the polished brasserie to book for impressing a date or client. Slick rustic details like faux wood floors and marble accents channel an Architectural Digest aesthetic, while the menu dazzles with floral-accented seafood towers and silver platters fit for a celebrity. However, its Parisian glamour comes at a cost – though the oysters shucked tableside pair nicely with Juliet’s extensive (and expensive) wine list. For special occasions when you want to treat yourself to a lavish meal, Juliet delivers on looks and taste.

West Hollywood’s influencer herd flocks to Community Goods for photo-ops over lattes. But between the gram-worthy decor and spotting celebs, they serve up quality coffee in this chill boutique marketplace. When the lines die down, it’s a great spot to grab some locally-made pantry goods or just people-watch. Despite the scene, Community Goods is a nice change of pace when you want to slip into something cute and unwind in a casual, wooded oasis.

High above the heart of Hollywood sits Bar Lis, a chic rooftop lounge that captures the iconic spirit and style of the French Riviera.

This spot is perfect for a drink with your crew and it’s beauty can be fully appreciated without the crowds that a Hollywood bar usually brings.

When LA crowds thin, Santa Monica’s retro gem Good Times at Davey Wayne’s is primed for carefree revelry. With its 70s speakeasy vibe, twinkling lights, and disco beats, it whisks you back to the flower power days. Sip tequila sunrises in the leather booths or bust moves outside on the bowling lanes and checkered tile patio. Minus the usual hustle and bustle, Davey Wayne’s is the ultimate staycation spot for getting your disco groove on when the crowds dissipate.

Have you been meaning to go to Melrose Trading Post? Now’s the time. Unearth hidden treasures and unique finds at the vibrant flea market held every Sunday. From vintage clothing to artisan crafts, this market has something for everyone. The Melrose Trading Post is open every Sunday at Fairfax High School from 9AM to 5PM. 

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While it might be a basic choice, the Santa Monica Pier offers classic enjoyment that never gets old. From the Ferris wheel to carnival games, there’s a timeless charm in embracing the quintessential LA experience. Head over after a few drinks at Elephante, and we promise it’ll be a night to remember. 

Okay, we saved the best for last. Sushi by Scratch is just about the hardest reservation to get in LA right now.

Sushi by Scratch dazzles with 17 inventive courses behind an unmarked door. Just 10 coveted counter seats surround the chef’s cutting boards for an intimate experience. Surrender to the chefs’ whims as they riff on classics with playful new wave nigiri and delicacies from land and sea. Sushi by Scratch puts a creative spin on the traditional sushi counter, full of unexpected surprises.