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.

  • Maru CoffeeCoffee Shop
  • Skylight BooksBookstore
  • AlcoveCafé & Bakery

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Franklin Hills in Los Angeles

Top things to do in Franklin Hills

  • Skylight Books

    Skylight Books

    4.7 · 931
    Bookstore

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

    Every day
    10 AM – 10 PM
  • Vista Theatre

    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

    Maru Coffee

    4.6 · 703
    Coffee Shop· $10–20

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

  • Alcove

    Alcove

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

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

  • Figaro Bistrot

    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
  • Home Restaurant

    Home Restaurant

    4.6 · 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
  • CASA LEO

    CASA LEO

    Spanish· $40–100

    A Spanish-inspired eatery in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles, featuring cocas, tapas, and California ingredient-driven bites.

  • Big Bar

    Big Bar

    4.6 · 166
    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
  • La Pergoletta

    La Pergoletta

    4.5 · 839
    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

    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. 5Home Restaurant
  6. 6CASA LEO
  7. 7Vista Theatre
  8. 8Big Bar
  9. 9La Pergoletta
  10. 10Little Dom's

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