University Park, Los Angeles: Things to Do

A residential area that developed alongside the University of Southern California. It contains the North University Park Historic District and the Menlo Avenue–West Twenty-ninth Street Historic District.

Insomnia CookiesChocolate Shop
Jacks N JoeBreakfast
La Barca RestaurantMexican

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By TripSapien · Updated September 9, 2026

Top things to do in University Park

Insomnia Cookies
★ 4.6 · 1.4k
Chocolate Shop
Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.
Mon–Wed
11 AM – 12 AM
Thu–Fri
11 AM – 1 AM
Sat
12 PM – 1 AM
Sun
12 PM – 12 AM
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Where to eat & drink in University Park

Jacks N Joe
★ 4.5 · 1.7k
Breakfast· $10–20
Popular eatery serves breakfast all day, including plenty of pancakes, in a bright, airy setting.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 1:30 PM
Sat
8 AM – 2:30 PM
Sun
8 AM – 2:30 PM
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La Barca Restaurant
★ 4.4 · 3.0k
Mexican· $20–30
USC students pack this bright eatery for hearty plates of Mexican standards & generous margaritas.
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Ono Hawaiian BBQ
★ 4.4 · 2.5k
Hawaiian· $10–20
Plate lunches served with rice & macaroni salad are the mainstays of this Hawaiian-inspired chain.
Every day
10 AM – 12 AM
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Tirebiter Brewery
★ 4.8 · 121
Brewery
A Los Angeles brewery offering house-brewed beer, guest taps, wine, and sangria, alongside food and live music in a venue with indoor and outdoor seating.
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
4 PM – 10 PM
Sat
2:30 PM – 10 PM
Sun
2:30 PM – 7 PM
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El Huero
★ 4.3 · 4.4k
Mexican· $10–20
Walk-up stand offering standard Mexican plates & burgers, plus a drive-thru window.
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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Qin West Noodle
★ 4.6 · 605
Chinese Noodles· $10–20
A restaurant offering authentic Chinese cuisine, known for its noodles and available for pickup or delivery.
Every day
11 AM – 12 AM
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Northern Cafe
★ 4.4 · 928
Chinese· $10–20
Counter service ordering from an extensive menu of classic Chinese dishes in a modern, rustic space.
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 11 PM
Sat
11 AM – 11 PM
Sun
11 AM – 9:30 PM
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