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.
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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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 ★ 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 Planning time in Franklin Hills?
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1 Maru Coffee 2 Skylight Books 3 Alcove 4 Figaro Bistrot 5 Palermo Italian Restaurant 6 Home Restaurant 7 Vista Theatre 8 Big Bar 9 Green Leaves Vegan 10 La Pergoletta Other areas in Los Angeles Ready to plan Franklin Hills? Turn these Franklin Hills picks into a day-by-day Los Angeles plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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