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my comfort spots in los angeles
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items these were my comfort places to go in los angeles. are some of them touristy? sure, but they are so much better than visiting santa monica pier. for the weird little artsy girl inside of us all <3
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museums
restaurants
entertainment
trails
museums
you can't go wrong with any of these places. from art to history, these are some of the coolest places you can go!
this is such a cool spooky place & they have tons of move memorabilia & really unique exhibits! wish i could be at the lisa frankenstein one right now!
The Mystic Museum
you cannot beat this place. even if you just walk around outside – the view is spectacular and makes you feel like anything is possible.
The Getty
definitely the cooler of both mocas – this one has a beautiful layout and you can spend forever in here.
The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles
if you love the stars, this is the place for you. if you park far away it's honestly such a beautiful hike!
Griffith Observatory - Southern California's gateway to the cosmos!
right in los feliz, this is a beautiful spot where my friend and i did a photoshoot and it's got so many cool backdrops and angles. and it's free to just walk around!
Barnsdall Art Park
this is truly one of my favourite museums in the world. i think it's so fun, so versatile, & so big!! the rotating exhibits are always the best and you can get lost in here!
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
this one is fun for everyone – who doesn't like dinosaurs?! one of my favourite spots to bring my friends who hate los angeles because you cannot have a bad time here. you just can't.
La Brea Tar Pits and Museum
restaurants
all of these restaurants should have vegan friendly/gluten free friendly menus, as i am a vegan with a gluten allergy. for those with sensitive tummies, these are for you!
this place is so fancy & serves the best vegan dishes!
Crossroads Kitchen - Melrose
this place – THIS PLACE best chinese vegan cuisine in the world – i brought so many dates here that never believed it was vegan! and it's never crowded! such a hidden gem!!!
Green Leaves Vegan
a wonderful place for lunch & to grab a great vegan dish!
The Grain Cafe - Mid City
my friend and i used to love coming here. it's so beautiful and fancy and has a really versatile menu. this is just the best place!
West Hollywood, Los Angeles - The Butcher's Daughter
this place is so cute & honestly so is larchmont! do some boutique shopping and get a cupcake. everything is really reasonably priced here!
Erin McKenna's Bakery LA
genuinely really cute desserts & that are unique & make you feel good!
Yvonne's Vegan Kitchen
if you want the breakfast place to go? just what i kneaded! all vegan options & they have gluten free treats too!
Just What I Kneaded
this was the place for when you wanted some good comfort food! whether you want to be good or bad, these are the sugar masters! (the vanilla cinnamon vegan & gluten free cupcake is to die for!)
Sinners and Saints Desserts | decadent desserts and gluten-free ...
the HOLD that the vegan gluten free cookie dough bites had on me is insane. this place also makes really good smoothies and is great for a quick lunch break before heading back to work!
Rawberri Superfood Cafe
entertainment
this is how i made some of my first friends in los angeles! some of the best comedians got their start with ubc and it shows – seeing the shows here is always a great time!
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre
there are always great musical acts here; the intimate venue makes for a wonderful and unique concert experience. and the acts range from lily kershaw to john mayer.
Hotel Cafe
my best friends put shows on at the yard all the time & always get huge laughs. great venue!
The Yard Theater
i saw rent here & it was such a cool experience – they always have unique shows!
The Elysian Theater
alamo drafthouse is one of the coolest movie going experiences you can have!
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Downtown Los Angeles
trails
a beautiful place to hike with friends!
Best hikes and trails in Elysian Park - AllTrails
so many celebs hike this trail & honestly it's so peaceful!
Griffith Park
hands down, one of my favourite trails!
Glendale Peak via Riverside, Hogback, and Mount Hollywood Loop