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Sightglass Coffee is the coffeehouse mecca for every Angeleno and honorary Angeleno. Multiple indoor seating areas, a back patio, lots of bricks, flowers, and power outlets (!!!). Sightglass is a great place to meet a special somebody, start a new screenplay, or have a soulful discussion about the great art in L.A.

The Hole is a contemporary art gallery run by Kathy Grayson. Opened on Bowery in June of 2011, The Hole presents monthly solo and group exhibitions with a focus on emerging art and thematic group shows. We represent eighteen artists from America and abroad, and have exhibited hundreds more. 

Support your local record store! Supervinyl not only sells a collection of vintage and re-released records, but everything a true audiophile would need: Rega turntables, Andover amps, Lumina speakers, and Supervinyl branded tie-dye hoodies.

Jeffrey Deitch has been involved with modern and contemporary art for nearly fifty years as an artist, writer, curator, dealer, and advisor. He opened his first gallery in Lenox, Massachusetts, near Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, in 1972. During the final week of the gallery’s summer season, a New York artist who had been a regular visitor sat down with Deitch and told him that even though he had some aptitude for the field, he needed an art education. Deitch has been working on his art education ever since.

Order at the kiosk for absolutely outstanding well-portioned and well-priced homemade Mediterranean food best enjoyed with a glass (or pitcher) of draft beer on their casual patio.

“Mizlala is a fresh take on the classic mediterranean grill serving up housemade falafel, shewarma, kefta, and fish on your choice on salad, pita, or plate accompanied by a selection of fresh pickles and sauces. Perfect for take out, delivery, or a casual meal on the town, our menu is designed for optimal simplicity and maximum flavor.”

From Functional Art to Collectible Design, Carpenters Workshop Gallery produces and exhibits functional art by international artists or designers, both rising and established, going outside their traditional territories of expression. Actively involved in the research and production of limited edition works, the gallery’s choices are guided by seeking an emotional, artistic, and historical relevance; a relevance that must appear evident.

Lisson Gallery just opened an LA location in Hollywood’s ever-so-fashionable Sycamore District. The gallery is a standalone two-story building, previously home to a gay nightclub called ‘The Zone.’ Artistic energy pours from the surrounding area into the gallery space.  Lisson Gallery brings consistently interesting artists to this space– most hailing from abroad.

Contemporary French food helmed by veteran Chef Alisa Vannah of Chi-Spacca, Republique, and Tsubaki, Mr. T serves up a unique dining experience (Bucatini a la Tequila anyone?) in an uber-sleek space.

“Mr.T is a contemporary French cuisine inspired by upscale street food dishes featuring fresh ingredients and masterful preparation by our head Chef Alisa Vannah. Indulge in unique flavors using local ingredients to create an authentic dining experience. Mr.T carries a variety of handcrafted cocktails and a uniquely selected wine list offering a tasteful array of wines from some of the greatest producers in the world.”

Located on the roof of the luxurious “private community” Heimat, Mother Tongue is the place for sunny happy hours and globally inspired shareable plates. Pro tip: their happy hour is available on weekends, too.

“A new concept from award-winning Chef Michael Mina, Mother Tongue celebrates global fare with vibrant and clean ingredients that nourish the body and mind. Utilizing meticulous sourcing and innovative culinary technique, the menu is soulful and flavorful prioritizing organic and whole foods as well as sustainability. Designed by Martin Brudnizki, Mother Tongue is the place for a night out for dinner with friends, a happy hour cocktail or weekend brunch.” 

Gigi’s is a quintessential Los Angeles dinner scene filled with fabulous looking people drinking equally fabulous cocktails. Stop for a drink or amazing French food - either way, you will have a great time.

Almost a gallery itself, Just One Eye’s selection of high-end fashion, accessories, and home goods are set amongst an oversize Damian Hirst painting, a Jeff Koon’s sculpture, and stunning vintage collectible design pieces. 

“Drawing inspiration from art, performance, and fantasy, we offer a curated selectiton of both established and emerging designers in the worlds of luxury fashion, fine jewelry, art, furniture, and décor. From centuries old Parisian ateliers to a designer’s first collection, we delve into, explore, and covet finds. We aspire to connect visionaries and form unexpected partnerships between designers & artists who conspire, contort and re-imagine the concept of high art and fashion. These limited collections rule the spectrum from remarkable to luminous. There are no limits to what you will find in our space.  With a discerning eye for what's possible, we make the unimaginable come true.”

Tartine will satiate your craving for breakfast, lunch, or the LA specialty—brunch. You have won the food scavenger hunt because everything at Tartine is fantastic—especially their homemade sourdough bread. Their outdoor seating has a cozy fireplace for an extra comfy place to read your new art books.

EX NIHILO is a Parisian fragrance house founded in 2013 by a young trio from Paris. An alternative to stereotyped luxury products, an alternative to mass personalization.

”Inspired by both the creative Avant-Garde and the French spirit of pure refinement, EX NIHILO aims to express its own conception of personalized luxury in all its forms bringing to the fore the pinnacle of know-how and the most splendid raw materials in perfumery.”