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Architecturally significant homes and a creative atmosphere with independently owned businesses and diverse restaurants. The area is also known for its painted staircases and the Silver Lake Reservoir.

Architecturally significant homes and a creative atmosphere with independently owned businesses and diverse restaurants. The area is also known for its painted staircases and the Silver Lake Reservoir.

  • Millie's CafeMillie's CafeCoffee Shop
  • Pine & CranePine & CraneTaiwanese
  • The Red Lion TavernThe Red Lion TavernBeer Garden
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By TripSapien · Updated October 6, 2026

Top things to do in Silver Lake

  • Silver Lake Farmers Market in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Silver Lake Farmers Market

    ★ 4.5 · 169
    Market

    Open-air marketplace for local produce, vintage clothing & prepared food, Tuesdays & Saturdays.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue
    1:30 PM – 7 PM
    Wed–Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    8 AM – 1:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Silver Lake

  • Millie's Cafe in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Millie's Cafe

    ★ 4.6 · 1.7k
    Coffee Shop

    Silver Lake stalwart since 1926 serves homemade American breakfast & lunch with vegetarian options.

    Every day
    8 AM – 3 PM
  • Pine & Crane in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Pine & Crane

    ★ 4.6 · 1.6k
    Taiwanese· $20–30

    Find this laid-back little café opposite the pedestrian plaza, Sunset Triangle.

    Mon
    12 PM – 10 PM
    Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    12 PM – 10 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 10 PM
    Sun
    12 PM – 10 PM
  • The Red Lion Tavern in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    The Red Lion Tavern

    ★ 4.5 · 1.6k
    Beer Garden· $20–30

    German spot serves sausage, schnitzel & beers in a chalet-style space or on its rooftop beer garden.

    Mon–Fri
    12 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 2 AM
  • Edendale Restaurant and Bar in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Edendale Restaurant and Bar

    ★ 4.5 · 584
    Bar· $10–50 per person

    Buzzing American eatery with a big bar scene in a former 1920s firehouse with a romantic patio.

    Mon–Wed
    5 PM – 12 AM
    Thu–Fri
    5 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 12 AM
  • Playita Mariscos in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Playita Mariscos

    ★ 4.5 · 661
    Mexican· $10–20

    A small spot known for its spicy aguachiles, fish tacos, shrimp dorado tacos, and quesadillas, offering a taste of Latin American flavors.

    Mon–Thu
    11 AM – 9 PM
    Fri
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 9 PM
  • Dayglow in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Dayglow

    ★ 4.6 · 412
    Coffee Shop· $1–10

    Contemporary cafe serving creative barista-brewed coffee drinks & gourmet donuts.

    Every day
    7 AM – 11 PM
  • Constellation Coffee in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Constellation Coffee

    ★ 4.7 · 197
    Coffee Shop· $1–10

    Constellation Coffee is not only a cafe serving specialty coffee, tea and pastries but also a space where imagination lives and inspiration strikes.

    Every day
    7 AM – 5 PM
  • Muddy Paw Coffee Silverlake in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Muddy Paw Coffee Silverlake

    ★ 4.6 · 306
    Coffee Shop· $1–10

    This easygoing, dog-themed coffee shop offers espresso drinks, pastries & patio seating.

    Every day
    7 AM – 7 PM
  • Cafecito Organico Silver Lake in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Cafecito Organico Silver Lake

    ★ 4.4 · 565
    Coffee Shop· $1–10

    Outpost of a small chain serving espresso drinks & coffee made with organic, fair-trade beans.

    Every day
    7 AM – 5 PM
  • Café Tropical in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Café Tropical

    ★ 4.5 · 657
    Cuban· $1–20

    Local standby for café con leche, plus Cuban-American pastries & sandwiches in a homey setting.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    7 AM – 3 PM
    Fri
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 8 PM
    Sun
    7 AM – 3 PM
  • Botanica Restaurant and Market in Silver Lake, Los Angeles

    Botanica Restaurant and Market

    ★ 4.5 · 564
    Restaurant· $20–30

    Seasonal restaurant & market inspired by California cuisine, started by two longtime food writers.

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    9 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 10 PM

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Map of Silver Lake with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Millie's Cafe
  2. 2Pine & Crane
  3. 3The Red Lion Tavern
  4. 4Edendale Restaurant and Bar
  5. 5Playita Mariscos
  6. 6Dayglow
  7. 7Constellation Coffee
  8. 8Muddy Paw Coffee Silverlake
  9. 9Silver Lake Farmers Market
  10. 10Cafecito Organico Silver Lake

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