Guidebook for Los Angeles

Carmelisa
Guidebook for Los Angeles

Food Scene

This spot is just a quick walk away from the apartment and offers pizza, gyros and wings. This is a go-to place if you're arriving late and want a quick bite.
Lenzini's Pizza
3500 Overland Ave
This spot is just a quick walk away from the apartment and offers pizza, gyros and wings. This is a go-to place if you're arriving late and want a quick bite.
We absolutely love their carne asada fries though you really can't go wrong with anything else on the menu. Even for such a small place, the service is great and the food is quality.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pepe's Tacos
4582 S Centinela Ave
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
We absolutely love their carne asada fries though you really can't go wrong with anything else on the menu. Even for such a small place, the service is great and the food is quality.
West LA is known for countless vegan, organic and gluten free options and Tocaya is a perfect example of it. Whether you're a meat lover or prefer plant based meals - there's an option everyone. If you want a refreshing but filling bowl, we recommend 'Street Corn en Fuego'. If you need something a little bit more hearty, we would go with the 'Venice Beach' If you want to try different sides while you're there, we recommend ordering the two taco plate that comes with two sides and a drink. (Hint: Try the guac with plantain chips)
74 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Tocaya Organica - Venice
1715 Pacific Ave
74 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
West LA is known for countless vegan, organic and gluten free options and Tocaya is a perfect example of it. Whether you're a meat lover or prefer plant based meals - there's an option everyone. If you want a refreshing but filling bowl, we recommend 'Street Corn en Fuego'. If you need something a little bit more hearty, we would go with the 'Venice Beach' If you want to try different sides while you're there, we recommend ordering the two taco plate that comes with two sides and a drink. (Hint: Try the guac with plantain chips)
You'll have to take off your shoes for this meal.... literally. While there are many sushi restaurants nearby, Irori offers a unique selection of fish and offers a traditional Japanese experience that you don't often find in West Los angeles. This place get's quite busy so I would recommend going for lunch on a weekday (as the prices are significantly cheaper) or making a reservation in advance.
40 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Irori Sushi
4371 Glencoe Ave
40 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
You'll have to take off your shoes for this meal.... literally. While there are many sushi restaurants nearby, Irori offers a unique selection of fish and offers a traditional Japanese experience that you don't often find in West Los angeles. This place get's quite busy so I would recommend going for lunch on a weekday (as the prices are significantly cheaper) or making a reservation in advance.
Pupusas so good and so affordable that even our friends from El Salvador approve. If you've never tried one, we recommend either the Pork and Cheese or the Bean and Cheese.
Panaderia y Pupuseria Los Cocos
4804 S Centinela Ave
Pupusas so good and so affordable that even our friends from El Salvador approve. If you've never tried one, we recommend either the Pork and Cheese or the Bean and Cheese.
Even after your first bite, you wouldn't even realize that everything on their menu is plant based (vegan). Don't let that scare you because they have one of the most delicious menus in West Hollywood - the wait to dine speaks for itself (hint: make a reservation)
241 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Gracias Madre
8905 Melrose Ave
241 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Even after your first bite, you wouldn't even realize that everything on their menu is plant based (vegan). Don't let that scare you because they have one of the most delicious menus in West Hollywood - the wait to dine speaks for itself (hint: make a reservation)
This may be a bit of a drive from our place but no drive is ever too long for Korean BBQ. If you've never been, this is a place where you cook your own meat as much or as little as you want. A lot of first-timers enjoy Bulgolgi for the flavor but you'll never go wrong with multiple orders of Brisket.
33 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Road to Seoul
1230 S Western Ave
33 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This may be a bit of a drive from our place but no drive is ever too long for Korean BBQ. If you've never been, this is a place where you cook your own meat as much or as little as you want. A lot of first-timers enjoy Bulgolgi for the flavor but you'll never go wrong with multiple orders of Brisket.
Think of Nobu but more affordable and similar (if not better) quality. Their ribeye and truffle mashed potatoes are to die for!
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
FIN
12223 W Washington Blvd
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Think of Nobu but more affordable and similar (if not better) quality. Their ribeye and truffle mashed potatoes are to die for!

Parks & Nature

A work out with a great view. Once you get to the top, you'll be rewarded with a view of DTLA, Century City and the Pacific ocean. If you get their early enough, you can skip the stairs and park in the lot at the top.
337 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook
6300 Hetzler Rd
337 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A work out with a great view. Once you get to the top, you'll be rewarded with a view of DTLA, Century City and the Pacific ocean. If you get their early enough, you can skip the stairs and park in the lot at the top.

Shopping

This mall has it all: instagram-able walls, shops, great food selection, fitness studios and even the brand new Eataly LA (Modern outpost featuring a range of Italian eateries & food markets).
373 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Westfield Century City
10250 Santa Monica Blvd
373 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This mall has it all: instagram-able walls, shops, great food selection, fitness studios and even the brand new Eataly LA (Modern outpost featuring a range of Italian eateries & food markets).
Shops, restaurants, lights, street performers and blocks away from the beach - Third Street Promenade is a great beginning or end destination for any day in Santa Monica.
1595 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Apple Third Street Promenade
1415 3rd Street Promenade
1595 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Shops, restaurants, lights, street performers and blocks away from the beach - Third Street Promenade is a great beginning or end destination for any day in Santa Monica.

Essentials

Everything in this plaza is a true representation of West LA living and this Whole Foods is a big reason why. Not only can you do your local grocery shopping, but if you're on the go, there are plenty of healthy and ready-to-eat meals to grab. If you're ever in the mood for dessert, I recommend buying a case of Petit-Pot's vanilla rice pudding. You can find it at the back of the store in the refrigerated section (by the yogurts). You're welcome.
1701 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Whole Foods Market
225 Lincoln Blvd
1701 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Everything in this plaza is a true representation of West LA living and this Whole Foods is a big reason why. Not only can you do your local grocery shopping, but if you're on the go, there are plenty of healthy and ready-to-eat meals to grab. If you're ever in the mood for dessert, I recommend buying a case of Petit-Pot's vanilla rice pudding. You can find it at the back of the store in the refrigerated section (by the yogurts). You're welcome.

Entertainment & Activities

If you want a fun, functional and kick-a** work out this is the class you need to take! Don't let the weights scare you - this place is great for all skill levels as the trainers are very attentive and ensure you're working out in proper form. You can get a free week through their website (https://f45training.com/CulverCity/). Just make sure to book in advance as their classes fill up quick and let them know Carmelisa referred you. Cardio based classes are Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays. Weight/Resistance based classes are Tuesdays and Thursday. Hour long classes are on Saturdays and Sundays are relatively "chill"
F45 Training Culver City
11194 Washington Place
If you want a fun, functional and kick-a** work out this is the class you need to take! Don't let the weights scare you - this place is great for all skill levels as the trainers are very attentive and ensure you're working out in proper form. You can get a free week through their website (https://f45training.com/CulverCity/). Just make sure to book in advance as their classes fill up quick and let them know Carmelisa referred you. Cardio based classes are Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays. Weight/Resistance based classes are Tuesdays and Thursday. Hour long classes are on Saturdays and Sundays are relatively "chill"
This is a fun class for anyone who's ever wanted to try aerial silks. You'll not only get a good TRX styled work out, but you'll be able to do poses you never thought you'd be capable of doing in the air!
AIR® Aerial Fitness
8474 W 3rd St
This is a fun class for anyone who's ever wanted to try aerial silks. You'll not only get a good TRX styled work out, but you'll be able to do poses you never thought you'd be capable of doing in the air!