Fairfax District, Los Angeles: Things to Do

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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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in Fairfax District

Original Farmers Market
★ 4.6 · 17.1k
Market· $$
Sprawling historic market features a range of trendy shops, restaurants & gourmet grocery purveyors.
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 9 PM
Sat
10 AM – 9 PM
Sun
10 AM – 7 PM
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The Grove
★ 4.6 · 28.6k
Shopping Mall· $$
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
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New Beverly Cinema
★ 4.8 · 1.0k
Theater
Classic & arty films shown in 35 mm, including midnight movies & double features for 1 ticket price.
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Melrose Trading Post
★ 4.4 · 1.5k
Flea Market
Sunday open-air market features a range of vendors selling antiques, vintage goods & collectibles.
Mon–Fri
Closed
Sat
Closed
Sun
10 AM – 5 PM
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Groundlings
★ 4.7 · 331
Theater· $$
Cozy venue for an improvisation & sketch comedy troupe that launched many famous careers.
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Where to eat & drink in Fairfax District

Be Bright Coffee
★ 4.8 · 180
Coffee Shop· $10–20
A contemporary coffee shop in Melrose known for its espresso, cold brew, seasonal drinks, and a kids' play area.
Every day
8 AM – 4 PM
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Angelini Osteria
★ 4.6 · 1.3k
Italian· $$$
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
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Jon & Vinny's Fairfax
★ 4.3 · 1.6k
Italian· $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.
Every day
8 AM – 10 PM
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Pink's Hot Dogs
★ 4.5 · 14.0k
Hot Dogs· $
Creatively topped dogs (some named for celebrities) draw long lines at this historic roadside spot.
Mon–Thu
9:30 AM – 12 AM
Fri
9:30 AM – 2 AM
Sat
9:30 AM – 2 AM
Sun
9:30 AM – 12 AM
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Dura coffee
★ 5.0 · 126
Coffee Stand· $1–10
Every day
6 AM – 6 PM
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Roots Indian Bistro
★ 4.9 · 15.5k
Indian· $20–30
Mon–Thu
11:30 AM – 3 PM, 4:30 PM – 10 PM
Fri
11:30 AM – 3 PM, 4:30 PM – 11 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 3 PM, 4:30 PM – 11 PM
Sun
4 PM – 10 PM
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Flowin Cafe
★ 4.9 · 155
Coffee Shop· $1–10
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 6 PM
Sat
8 AM – 6 PM
Sun
8 AM – 6 PM
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El Coyote Cafe
★ 4.4 · 3.3k
Mexican· $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
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Wirtshaus German Restaurant & Beer Garden
★ 4.6 · 1.5k
German· $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
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Lala's Argentine Grill On Melrose
★ 4.5 · 2.0k
Argentinian· $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
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Melrose Umbrella Co
★ 4.4 · 614
Cocktail Bar· $30–40
Offbeat lounge featuring an assortment of cocktails in cozy digs decorated with umbrellas.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Thu
12 PM – 12 AM
Fri
12 PM – 2 AM
Sat
12 PM – 2 AM
Sun
12 PM – 12 AM
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