Fodor's Los Angeles by Fodor's Travel Guides

Author:Fodor's Travel Guides
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Fodor's Travel
Published: 2019-09-03T16:00:00+00:00

Studio City

Ventura Boulevard, the famed commercial strip, cuts through the lively neighborhood of Studio City. This area, located west of Universal City, is home to several smaller film and TV studios.

r Restaurants

The dining scene here continues to grow as restaurateurs realize how many locals are looking for stylish and swanky places to eat. Japanese, Mexican, and Italian eateries can all be found in this dynamic city.

Firefly

$$$ | AMERICAN | One minute you’re in an old library quickly converted into a lounge, the next you’re in the cabana of a modest country club. True, Firefly looks like it’s in the middle of an identity crisis—is it posh or rustic, old-fashioned or modern? Known for: prix-fixe and à la carte dining; reputation as a date spot; seasonal fare. Average main: $30 11720 Ventura Blvd., Studio City 818/762–1833 www.firefl­ystudio­city.com.

Good Neighbor Restaurant

$ | DINER | Its walls may be heavy with framed photographs of film and TV stars, and folks from the biz might regularly grace its tables, but this Studio City diner is every bit as down-to-earth as your next-door neighbor, even after 40-some years. It gets pretty busy from the Universal City crowd, but a plateful of that home cooking is worth the wait; or if you’re in a mad dash, grab a caffeine or fruit smoothie fix from the Neighbarista. Known for: omelet; cottage fries; breakfast food. Average main: $13 3701 Cahuenga Blvd., Studio City 818/457–6050 goodneig­hborrest­aurant.com.

Hot Stone Slow Food from Korea

$ | KOREAN FUSION | FAMILY | Hot Stone Slow Food might sound more like the title of an indie band rather than a legitimate restaurant, but trust that this spot on Ventura is indeed the perfect place to partake in L.A.’s massive Korean gastronomy scene. There’ll be no cooking your own meats over a hot grill here; but you may be creating your own bibimbap. Known for: Hot Stone bibimbap or dupbap; Hot Stone BBQ; dak kang jung. Average main: $8 12265 Ventura Blvd., Suite 102, Studio City 818/358–4223 hotstone.net Closed Mon.

Mantee Café

$ | LEBANESE | Family-owned, charm-exuding Mantee Café is the neighborhood’s go-to spot for authentic Lebanese and Armenian dishes, which are typically enjoyed by regulars under a canopy of patio umbrellas in its sun-dappled, flower-filled backyard. Known for: Mantee “Traditional”; family-style dining; outdoor seating. Average main: $19 10962 Ventura Blvd., Studio City 818/761–6565 www.manteecafe.com Closed Mon.

Miceli’s

$$ | PIZZA | FAMILY | If the charming, Italian square–inspired interior doesn’t turn you into a sappy mush, then Miceli’s musical servers serenading you with Italian opera will. Universal City might not be the most romantic place in L.A., but one romantic dinner at this restaurant might make you feel like you’re in a Hollywood version of Rome. Known for: pizza; specialty pastas; singing servers. Average main: $21 3655 Cahuenga Blvd. W, Studio City 323/851–3344 www.miceli­sresta­urant.com.

h Hotels

Sportsmen’s Lodge

$$ | HOTEL | FAMILY | This sprawling five-story hotel, a San Fernando Valley landmark just a short jaunt over the Hollywood Hills, has an updated contemporary look highlighted by the Olympic-size pool and summer patio with an outdoor bar.

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