Tilda / Bachetti

• 1507-1509 Echo Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026
• Whether you’re swinging by to snag a bottle of wine or to sit down for a delicious meal, this spot is something to see! Every aspect of the space is carefully thought out and designed to the nines. Tilda is a California forward wine bar and bottle shop. Its sister next door, Bachetti, is a Roman-inspired restaurant with decadent pasta, pizza and more.

Greekman's

• 2619 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
• Great vibe and darling decor. The herbed rice, lemon potatoes and skewers are amazing. Great for cocktails, especially the martini!

Cookbook

• 1549 Echo Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026
• Highly curated market of farmers market produce, hard to find pantry items, high quality butcher’s counter and sophisticated natural wine selection. Also check out their location in Highland Park.

Alejandra's Quesadilla Cart de Oaxaca

• 1159 Echo Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026
• Found at the entrance of a public parking lot on Echo Park Avenue and Sunset, follow the smell of fried tortillas and cheese. Alejandra makes the most delicious blue corn quesadillas with a wide variety of filling options, including huitlacoche! You can find her there on Monday, Friday and Saturday.

Echo Park Lake

• 751 Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90026
• A sweet spot to soak in the sun. Stroll around the walking path to get your daily steps in. On the weekends, you’ll find food vendors and handmade pop-up shops. Stop by the Boat House for a coffee or snack then head to the movie famous swans for a float on the lake.

Bar Flores - Good vibe, great margs

• 1542 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
• Mezcal bar with the perfect summer vibe. Take the stairs up and away from Sunset to a space that transports you to what feels like a spot on the Mexican coast. Delicious cocktails, quick bites, sweet tunes, and a star staff to complete the experience.

Donna’s

• 1538 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
• The new kid on the block! The buzz around this spot was loud but rightfully so - Donna’s is one of our top restaurants in LA. From cocktails to dessert everything triggers an emotional response. Some personal favorites were the chopped salad, spaghetti and meatballs, and the veal picatta. It feels almost like Italy with espresso served alongside dessert and a lovely amaro selection. Get your reservations and come hungry!

Elysian Park

• 929 Academy Road, Los Angeles, CA 90012
• Stop by this spot on any summer weekend and find it filled with gatherings of all sorts! Pack a blanket, some beverages and snacks and you’ll fit right in! If you’re feeling more active check out the trails along the park for some killer views of the city.

Carroll Avenue

• Google Maps: “Carroll Ave”
• This picturesque neighborhood is famous for its Victorian-era houses. You might recognize some of them from movies and TV - Thriller, Grandma’s Boy, and the TV series Charmed, to name a few. A lot of the homes on the block have been designated as Historic-Cultural Monuments - preserving the history and character for its lifetime.

Eightfold Coffee

• 1294 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

• A light and bright cafe with good pastries and a well curated assortment of zines.