Felix is a young, exciting art fair held each February, connecting galleries with collectors in the historic, hip splendor of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. I don’t recommend seeing art on an empty stomach, so here’s a couple of tips whether you’re staying at the Hollywood Roosevelt for the Fair or just having fun in Hollywood.
A vintage Hollywood Boulevard hotel. Experience the culturally iconic city of Hollywood and its rich entertainment heritage at the Hollywood Roosevelt. Located on Hollywood Boulevard, the hotel is surrounded by the best Los Angeles attractions, landmarks, shopping, and nightlife. See the stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, people-watch on the Sunset Strip, and snap a photo of the Hollywood Sign.
Clark Steet Diner is pretty fantastic for coffee and breakfast, also lunch. Probably about 10 min from the Hollywood Roosevelt by car. (Very crowded on the weekends) 🍳🥞
There’s really good pizza nearby: L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele. The recipes here are the same as those at the famous original L'Antica in Napoli. You can walk there from the Fair. (Definitely book a table beforehand.) Mozza Pizzeria is fantastic too; however, you’ll have to drive about 10 min. Booking a table there would be a smart move as well.
L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele debuted in the heart of Hollywood in 2019, the first U.S. location of the world-renowned Neapolitan pizzeria. L'Antica’s authentic pizza is made using the same centuries-old recipe, techniques, and Italian imported ingredients as those of the original L'Antica in Naples, established in 1870. Head Pizzaiolo Michele Rubini helms the Hollywood pizzeria, which also serves many Italian and Mediterranean specialties. Guests who visit L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele are welcomed into beautiful “courtyards," which serve as central gathering points where they can view pizzas being prepared in the restaurant’s imported stone oven.
If you feel like French food, try La Petit Trois on Highland Ave. It’s delish for steak frites and mussels mariniere. The burger is pretty epic too.
La Petit Trois is too small to accommodate parties of larger than 6 guests, so be sure to make a reservation.
LA’s Trailblazing, James Beard Award–Winning Osteria Mozza.
When acclaimed chef Nancy Silverton opened Osteria Mozza in 2007, she had already co-founded iconic venues like Campanile and La Brea Bakery and working with culinary icons including Jonathan Waxman and Wolfgang Puck. It's no surprise that Mozza has repeatedly been named one of the very best Italian restaurants (and restaurants, period) in Los Angeles. Silverton has since gone on to open additional restaurants including Pizzeria Mozza and chi SPACCA.
Musso & Frank is always a fun place for a martini (their martinis are famous). Just a few blocks away from the Roosevelt, Musso's is great for dinner, steaks, fish, and old-school Hollywood style. The place opened in 1919, and you’ll feel it immediately when you walk in. Numerous films were shot there. If you can’t get a table, don’t fret; the bar and counter usually turn over frequently.