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Franklin Hills in Los Angeles

Things to Do in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

A quiet, residential area with a mix of architectural styles and a friendly atmosphere. It's close to Griffith Park, the Shakespeare Bridge, and has easy access to restaurants and shops along Hillhurst and Vermont Avenues.

A quiet, residential area with a mix of architectural styles and a friendly atmosphere. It's close to Griffith Park, the Shakespeare Bridge, and has easy access to restaurants and shops along Hillhurst and Vermont Avenues.

  • Maru CoffeeMaru CoffeeCoffee Shop
  • Skylight BooksSkylight BooksBookstore
  • AlcoveAlcoveCafé & Bakery
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Franklin Hills

  • Skylight Books in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    Skylight Books

    4.7 · 945
    Bookstore

    Indie bookstore offering a general selection of titles, plus author appearances & launch events.

    Every day
    10 AM – 10 PM
  • Vista Theatre in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    Vista Theatre

    4.8 · 1.4k
    Theater

    Open since 1923, historic movie palace known for Egyptian decor, massive screen & lots of legroom.

Where to eat & drink in Franklin Hills

  • Maru Coffee in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    Maru Coffee

    4.6 · 712
    Coffee Shop· $10–20

    Cozy coffeehouse with a stylish, minimalist vibe for espresso drinks, pour-overs, matcha & Wi-Fi.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 5 PM
  • Alcove in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    Alcove

    4.5 · 2.1k
    Café & Bakery· $20–30

    American food & craft drinks in cozy, historic bungalows with a leafy patio & an upbeat vibe.

    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 11 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 10 PM
  • Figaro Bistrot in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    Figaro Bistrot

    4.4 · 1.4k
    French· $20–50

    Vibrant French eatery lures locals to its sidewalk tables & red banquettes with classic bistro fare.

    Every day
    8 AM – 12 AM
  • Palermo Italian Restaurant in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    Palermo Italian Restaurant

    4.7 · 1.9k
    Italian· $20-30

    Vibrant, family-friendly spot serves up pizza & old-school Italian classics in a no-frills setting.

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    3 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 9:30 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 9:30 PM
  • Home Restaurant in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    Home Restaurant

    4.5 · 3.2k
    Bar & Grill· $20–30

    Hipsters fill up on heaping plates of homestyle comfort grub plus cocktails on the big heated patio.

    Mon–Thu
    10 AM – 9:30 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 9:30 PM
  • Big Bar in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    Big Bar

    4.6 · 167
    Cocktail Bar· $20–30

    Hip haunt with an old-world vibe serving creative cocktails, top-shelf spirits & elevated bar bites.

    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 11 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 10 PM
  • Green Leaves Vegan in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    Green Leaves Vegan

    4.6 · 605
    Vegan· $10–20

    From Thai curries to burritos to tropical pancakes, this humble joint dishes up eclectic vegan eats.

    Every day
    11:30 AM – 10 PM
  • La Pergoletta in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    La Pergoletta

    4.5 · 847
    Italian· $20–30

    Customizable Italian cuisine where diners choose a pasta & a sauce amid a cozy ambiance.

    Every day
    12 PM – 3 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
  • Little Dom's in Franklin Hills, Los Angeles

    Little Dom's

    4.4 · 1.3k
    Italian· $20–60

    Cozy, hip Italian spot known for fixed-price Monday suppers, bustling brunches & an attached deli.

    Mon–Thu
    10 AM – 4 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM
    Fri
    10 AM – 4 PM, 5 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    9 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    9 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 10 PM

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Map of Franklin Hills with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Maru Coffee
  2. 2Skylight Books
  3. 3Alcove
  4. 4Figaro Bistrot
  5. 5Palermo Italian Restaurant
  6. 6Home Restaurant
  7. 7Vista Theatre
  8. 8Big Bar
  9. 9Green Leaves Vegan
  10. 10La Pergoletta

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