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Things to Do in Culver City, Los Angeles

A mix of trendy restaurants, cafes, and shops, with a strong connection to the film industry, including Sony Pictures Studios. The downtown area is pedestrian-friendly.

A mix of trendy restaurants, cafes, and shops, with a strong connection to the film industry, including Sony Pictures Studios. The downtown area is pedestrian-friendly.

  • Maxine's CafeMaxine's CafeBrunch
  • The Conservatory for Coffee, Tea & CocoaThe Conservatory for Coffee, Tea & CocoaCoffee Shop
  • VespertineVespertineAmerican
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Top things to do in Culver City

  • ChocoVivo in Culver City, Los Angeles

    ChocoVivo

    4.6 · 235
    Chocolate Factory

    Eco-chic venue offering dark-chocolate products produced from its own plantation & roastery.

    Mon–Thu
    12 PM – 6 PM
    Fri
    12 PM – 9 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 9 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 9 PM

Where to eat & drink in Culver City

  • Maxine's Cafe in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Maxine's Cafe

    4.6 · 660
    Brunch· $10–20

    Snug spot adorned with knickknacks serving up brunch staples such as pancakes plus burgers & salads.

    Every day
    7 AM – 2 PM
  • The Conservatory for Coffee, Tea & Cocoa in Culver City, Los Angeles

    The Conservatory for Coffee, Tea & Cocoa

    4.8 · 731
    Coffee Shop· $1–20

    No-frills coffeehouse with beans roasted in customer view, serving java drinks & 100-plus teas.

    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 2 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
  • Vespertine in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Vespertine

    Michelin ★★
    American· $100+

    Chef Jordan Kahn's singular operation is tucked inside a strikingly futuristic edifice of red steel aptly named “The Waffle.” The bold, stark setting is a proper stage for this highly creative ...

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    6 PM – 8:30 PM
    Sat
    6 PM – 8:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Lodge Bread Company in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Lodge Bread Company

    4.6 · 1.4k
    Bakery· $20–30

    Whole-grain bakery offering wood-fired pizzas, toasts & seasonal plates, plus beer & wine.

    Every day
    8 AM – 4 PM
  • Cafe Vida in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Cafe Vida

    4.6 · 1.3k
    Café & Bakery· $20–30

    Casual outfit serving natural American eats (salads, sandwiches & Latin-inspired entrees) & juices.

    Mon–Thu
    8 AM – 3 PM
    Fri
    8 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 5 PM
  • Destroyer in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Destroyer

    4.4 · 1.4k
    Modern European· $$

    The architecturally intriguing Hayden Tract district is the perfect backdrop for Jordan Kahn's adventurous Destroyer, located just across the street from sister restaurant, Vespertine.

    Mon–Thu
    8 AM – 3 PM
    Fri
    8 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 4 PM
  • Village Well Books & Coffee in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Village Well Books & Coffee

    4.7 · 555
    Coffee Shop· $10–20

    A community-oriented bookstore cafe in Culver City.

    Mon–Wed
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Thu–Fri
    8 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 6 PM
  • Scarlet Lady Saloon in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Scarlet Lady Saloon

    4.6 · 449
    Cocktail Bar· $10–30

    Raucous, no-frills sports bar featuring cocktails & brews, plus pool tables, darts & karaoke nights.

    Every day
    8 AM – 2 AM
  • Old Man Bar in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Old Man Bar

    4.7 · 169
    Bar· $10–50 per person

    Hip, dimly lit bar with focus on spirits featuring a vinyl-music playlist & woodsy, lodgelike decor.

    Mon
    6 PM – 12 AM
    Tue–Fri
    6 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    6 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    6 PM – 12 AM
  • Hey, Sunshine Kitchen in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Hey, Sunshine Kitchen

    4.9 · 921
    Vegan· $10–20

    A plant-based restaurant in Culver City offering a colorful, non-GMO menu of warm bowls, salads, hot sandwiches, tacos, sides, and kids' meals.

    Every day
    11 AM – 9 PM
  • Pop’s Bagels in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Pop’s Bagels

    4.5 · 570
    Bagels· $1–10
  • Mensho Tokyo in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Mensho Tokyo

    4.8 · 576
    Japanese· $20-30
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    4 PM – 10 PM
    Fri
    4 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    3 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    1 PM – 9 PM
  • Metro Cafe in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Metro Cafe

    4.6 · 1.2k
    American· $20–30

    Modern spot with outdoor seating offers a creative menu of New American comfort food.

    Mon
    7 AM – 3 PM
    Tue–Fri
    7 AM – 3 PM, 6 PM – 9 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 3 PM, 6 PM – 9 PM
    Sun
    7 AM – 3 PM, 6 PM – 9 PM
  • Alibi Room in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Alibi Room

    4.6 · 804
    Bar & Grill· $10–50

    Casual, modern bar with a patio serving micro beers & cocktails plus eats from Kogi Korean BBQ.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Wed
    5:30 PM – 10 PM
    Thu
    5:30 PM – 11 PM
    Fri
    5:30 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    5:30 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Baked Bar LA in Culver City, Los Angeles

    Baked Bar LA

    4.8 · 255
    Bakery· $10–20

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Map of Culver City with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Maxine's Cafe
  2. 2The Conservatory for Coffee, Tea & Cocoa
  3. 3Vespertine
  4. 4Lodge Bread Company
  5. 5Cafe Vida
  6. 6Destroyer
  7. 7Village Well Books & Coffee
  8. 8Scarlet Lady Saloon
  9. 9Old Man Bar
  10. 10Hey, Sunshine Kitchen

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