Ramona Saviss

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Los Angeles

Drink

Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

It’s no secret that alcohol consumption has risen during the pandemic.

Where to Find the Best Mocktails During Dry January in LA

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Travel

Explore adventure guides and design a custom itinerary for the destination of your choice in and around the city.

Best Travel Guides, Cool Hotels and Interesting Events - Thrillist

Summer has finally given way to fall, which honestly doesn’t mean much to those of us who call Los Angeles home.

11 Weekend Getaways Within 5 Hours of LA That Are Perfect for Fall

Photo by Wonho Frank Lee, courtesy of Tatel

With flagship locations in Madrid and Ibiza, the newly opened Tatel restaurant in Beverly Hills is the brand’s first U.S. location, bringing their beloved Spanish fare and a lively atmosphere to a prime section of Canon Boulevard, in the space that was formerly occupied by Nic’s Beverly Hills.

First Look: Spain’s Celebrity-Studded Tatel Restaurant Lands in a Stunning Location in Beverly Hills

Photo by Patrick Manalo, courtesy of Family Style Food Fest

Produced by local streetwear label The Hundreds, LA’s Family Style Food Festival is back.

Family Style Food Fest Reveals a Lineup Stacked with LA’s Best Restaurants

Photo courtesy of Melrose Rooftop Theatre

Events

Just because summer is drawing to a close doesn’t mean that our social lives have to go into hibernation.

Everywhere You Can Watch Outdoor Movies in LA Right Now

Photo courtesy of Esperanza Cocina de la Playa

Newly arrived in the South Bay, Esperanza Cocina de la Playa takes diners south of the border with a stunning new contemporary space that transforms the former Shark’s Cove sports bar with a sleek, wave-like facade, soft lighting, a striking bar, and lavish lounge seating on the interior.

First Look: The South Bay’s Newest Dining Destination Is a Chic, Baja-Inspired Escape

Photo courtesy of The Beverly Hills Estates 

Lifestyle

LA has long been known for its private social clubs, such as the Jonathan Club and Bel Air Bay Club, that grant access to fine dining, wellness and spa amenities, in addition to red-carpeted social events.

How to Get Into 12 of the Most Exclusive, Members-Only Clubs in LA

Photo by Anthony Tahlier, courtesy of Girl & the Goat

The long-awaited LA location of Girl & The Goat, owner/chef Stephanie Izard’s most notable Chicago restaurant, is finally here.

First Look: Chicago’s Famed Girl & The Goat Restaurant Lands in LA

Hollywood Bowl

Not only were we unable to take part in LA’s annual Fourth of July fireworks celebrations last year, but we were also forced to sleep with earplugs in as our neighbors rallied against restrictions by setting off their own unauthorized fireworks for months on end.

Where to Watch Fireworks in LA for the 4th of July

Los Angeles rooftops offer so many varying skyline views that you can visit a different hangout every night of the week and enjoy the city from a new vantage point.

Ramona’s Recent Articles

Where to Find the Best Mocktails During Dry January in LA

Give your liver a break this month with these non-alcoholic cocktails.

11 Weekend Getaways Within 5 Hours of LA That Are Perfect for Fall

Desert, beach, vineyards, mountains, and more.

First Look: Spain’s Celebrity-Studded Tatel Restaurant Lands in a Stunning Location in Beverly Hills

The lively Spanish restaurant is backed by sports stars Rafael Nadal, Cristiano Ronaldo and Pau Gasol.

Family Style Food Fest Reveals a Lineup Stacked with LA’s Best Restaurants

The food and streetwear fest returns on October 10.

Everywhere You Can Watch Outdoor Movies in LA Right Now

From rooftop cinemas to screenings on the lake, plus drive-ins, and more.

First Look: The South Bay’s Newest Dining Destination Is a Chic, Baja-Inspired Escape

Esperanza Cocina de la Playa exudes luxurious coastal vibes, plus a Sonoran-inspired menu.

How to Get Into 12 of the Most Exclusive, Members-Only Clubs in LA

We’ve got FOMO already.

First Look: Chicago’s Famed Girl & The Goat Restaurant Lands in LA

Top Chef and James Beard award winning executive chef Stephanie Izard’s Chicago hot spot is now open in Downtown LA’s Arts District.

Where to Watch Fireworks in LA for the 4th of July

From open-air concerts to waterfront spectaculars and rooftop parties.

18 Rooftop Bars in Los Angeles With Jaw-Dropping Views

Get ready for summer.