Things to Do in Fairfax District, Los Angeles The Fairfax District features a mix of shops, restaurants, and cafes, with Melrose Avenue known for its street art and trendy boutiques. It's also close to attractions like The Grove and LACMA.
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Original Farmers Market ★ 4.6 · 17.0k· $$
Sprawling historic market features a range of trendy shops, restaurants & gourmet grocery purveyors.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 9 PM
Sat 10 AM – 9 PM
Sun 10 AM – 7 PM
The Grove ★ 4.6 · 28.4k· $$
High-end shopping mall features trendy retailers, restaurants & a theater amid a bustling promenade.
Mon–Thu 10 AM – 9 PM
Fri 10 AM – 10 PM
Sat 10 AM – 10 PM
Sun 11 AM – 8 PM
Pan Pacific Park ★ 4.6 · 1.6k
Park next to the Grove includes baseball fields, basketball courts, a library & holocaust memorial.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 9 PM
Sat 9 AM – 5 PM
Sun Closed
New Beverly Cinema ★ 4.8 · 1.0k
Classic & arty films shown in 35 mm, including midnight movies & double features for 1 ticket price.
Melrose Trading Post ★ 4.4 · 1.5k
Sunday open-air market features a range of vendors selling antiques, vintage goods & collectibles.
Mon–Fri Closed
Sat Closed
Sun 10 AM – 5 PM
Groundlings ★ 4.7 · 330· $$
Cozy venue for an improvisation & sketch comedy troupe that launched many famous careers.
Where to eat & drink in Fairfax District
Angelini Osteria ★ 4.5 · 1.2k· $$$
The delicious cooking at this humble osteria has been drawing crowds for more than two decades—and in a city that rolls out the red carpet for the hottest new thing, that’s no small feat.
Every day 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
Jon & Vinny's Fairfax ★ 4.3 · 1.6k· $20-60
Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo opened the original location of this easygoing Italian-American café in 2015, and it’s been busy-busy ever since.
Pink's Hot Dogs ★ 4.5 · 13.9k· $
Creatively topped dogs (some named for celebrities) draw long lines at this historic roadside spot.
Mon–Thu 9:30 AM – 1 AM
Fri 9:30 AM – 2 AM
Sat 9:30 AM – 2 AM
Sun 9:30 AM – 1 AM
Dura coffee ★ 5.0 · 126· $1–10
Every day 6 AM – 6 PM
Flowin Cafe ★ 4.9 · 152· $1–10
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 6 PM
Sat 8 AM – 6 PM
Sun 8 AM – 6 PM
El Coyote Cafe ★ 4.4 · 3.2k· $20–30
Landmark Mexican spot serving classic grub & drinks in colorful digs adorned with Christmas lights.
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Thu 12 PM – 9 PM
Fri 12 PM – 10 PM
Sat 12 PM – 10 PM
Sun 12 PM – 9 PM
Wirtshaus German Restaurant & Beer Garden ★ 4.6 · 1.5k· $20-30
Sausages & other German fare are available at this beer house with Ping-Pong & an outdoor patio.
Mon–Wed 4 PM – 10:30 PM
Thu 4 PM – 11 PM
Fri 11 AM – 11:30 PM
Sat 11 AM – 11:30 PM
Sun 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Pampas Grill Churrascaria ★ 4.5 · 2.2k· $20–30
Brazilian food is served buffet style & by the pound at this big, family-friendly restaurant.
Mon–Fri 10:30 AM – 9 PM
Sat 10:30 AM – 9 PM
Sun 10:30 AM – 8 PM
Lala's Argentine Grill On Melrose ★ 4.5 · 2.0k· $20-70
Unassuming restaurant offering a menu of classic Argentinian dishes, plus American options.
Mon–Thu 11 AM – 11 PM
Fri 11 AM – 12 AM
Sat 11 AM – 12 AM
Sun 11 AM – 11 PM
Be Bright Coffee ★ 4.8 · 172· $10–20
A contemporary coffee shop in Melrose known for its espresso, cold brew, seasonal drinks, and a kids' play area.
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