Just a block off Rodeo Drive, it's a contrast with your preconceived ideas of Beverly Hills, with spotted cows and red roosters decorating the walls. Crepes stuffed with eggs and wild mushrooms are so good they force you to savor every bite. In the evening, you'll see lots of locals stopping to chat with their friends.
This downtown market has been around since 1917, and it's still a good place to pick up a bite to eat.
Great breads, worth the trip even if it's out of the way. Cherry-chocolate is my favorite, bittersweet chocolate and tart cherries.
Their cuisine is as authentic Italian as you'll find this side of the ocean, and for a special treat, we recommend trying some of the specialties from the Lake Como region.
There's more to this place than just fresh produce and souvenir shops. It's also home to some of the best-Zagat-rated eateries in LA, including The Gumbo Pot, Mr. Marcel Pain Vin Et Fromage and Pampas Grill.
Famous for its French dipped sandwiches, Philippe is a great place for an inexpensive meal with a side of people-watching.
This Hollywood institution has been featured on scores of television shows and seems to have a dog named for the host of every one of them.
Wabi Sabi has been one of our Venice Beach favorites for years, serving fresh sushi and innovative Asian-style small plates.
