Miguel's Guidebook
Food Scene
HC Armenian Mediterranean restaurant
2110 West Whittier BoulevardGreat for Mediterranean food
Juan Great Fiesta
539 N Montebello BlvdGreat for Mexican food
Zankou Chicken
5065 Sunset BlvdGreat Mediterranean food
Great place for pizza take out. One of the local favorites from Montebello and surrounding cities. One of the best pizzas I've tried.
Rio's Pizza
9317 Slauson AveGreat place for pizza take out. One of the local favorites from Montebello and surrounding cities. One of the best pizzas I've tried.
Thai House
2080 S Atlantic BlvdOne of my favorite Thai places in Los Angeles. Great curries, pad Thai and soups.
Samurai Sushi & Teriyaki
137 N Montebello BlvdSushi place within walking distance
Great places for energy juices in Montebello. My favorite is called the vampiro or vampire, that gets it's name from it's red color.
Fruit Land
2319 West Whittier BoulevardGreat places for energy juices in Montebello. My favorite is called the vampiro or vampire, that gets it's name from it's red color.
Tony's Italian Deli
2012 W Whittier BlvdGreat place for pasta and pizza at great prices. One of the local favorites.
Aside from in n out, there is a chickfila, Costco gas, and Hawaiian BBQ place in this plaza
27 locals recommend
In-N-Out Burger
9070 Whittier BlvdAside from in n out, there is a chickfila, Costco gas, and Hawaiian BBQ place in this plaza
Sakura Sushi & Roll
1228 South Greenwood AvenueGreat place for sushi, large portions at a good price.
Poached Neighborhood Kitchen
9510 Lakewood BlvdThe best place for breakfast nearby
Great place for takeout for families, large portions really good price that's probably cheaper than buying ingredients at the supermarket.
Ani's Chicken
528 North Montebello BoulevardGreat place for takeout for families, large portions really good price that's probably cheaper than buying ingredients at the supermarket.
Sightseeing
Montebello City Park
1301 West Whittier BoulevardLocal park 2 blocks away
Although not as fun as the other big malls listed, it's just a few minutes away and still packs a punch. The food court has some good food
8 locals recommend
Montebello Town Center
Montebello Town CenterAlthough not as fun as the other big malls listed, it's just a few minutes away and still packs a punch. The food court has some good food
Essentials
Superior Grocers
133 W Ave 45Local supermarket. Fresh veggies and essentials
CVS
1747 N Cahuenga BlvdFor toiletries and prescription
Target
10600 Firestone BlvdLocal store for essentials and personal care
Walmart Supercenter
8500 Washington BlvdFor essentials
Some of My Favorite Places
A slight drive north, but just a beautiful place to visit. Many different species of trees and plants from around the world. One of my favorite places.
193 locals recommend
Los Angeles County Arboretum
301 N Baldwin AveA slight drive north, but just a beautiful place to visit. Many different species of trees and plants from around the world. One of my favorite places.
One of my favorite malls, or should I say my favorite mall in so cal. Massive space with an amazing Asian food scene including din Tai Fung, Meet Fresh, Uncle Tetsu Japanese cheesecake and some other favorites.
28 locals recommend
Westfield Mall Santa Anita station
One of my favorite malls, or should I say my favorite mall in so cal. Massive space with an amazing Asian food scene including din Tai Fung, Meet Fresh, Uncle Tetsu Japanese cheesecake and some other favorites.
I love this place, it's probably Los Angeles oldest farmers market. Must see if you're in Los Angeles. It has some great places to eat including a Brazilian BBQ places and some others. A shopping mall sits right next to it with an Barnes and Noble that I love.
819 locals recommend
The Original Farmers Market
6333 W 3rd StI love this place, it's probably Los Angeles oldest farmers market. Must see if you're in Los Angeles. It has some great places to eat including a Brazilian BBQ places and some others. A shopping mall sits right next to it with an Barnes and Noble that I love.
Surf city USA, a great place for a bike ride at the beach, or great food at the promenade on main st.
372 locals recommend
Huntington Beach Pier
103 Huntington Beach PierSurf city USA, a great place for a bike ride at the beach, or great food at the promenade on main st.
Laguna Beach is always a fun place to visit. With many shops along the pch and fun hidden places along the beach.
30 locals recommend
1,000 Steps Beach
31972 Coast HwyLaguna Beach is always a fun place to visit. With many shops along the pch and fun hidden places along the beach.
This is a great place to bring kids and adults because of it's shallow calm waters (artificially made shallow by the harbor). There is also a museum and other shops in the area. They also have paddle boards for rent.
20 locals recommend
Baby Beach
34451 Ensenada PlThis is a great place to bring kids and adults because of it's shallow calm waters (artificially made shallow by the harbor). There is also a museum and other shops in the area. They also have paddle boards for rent.
One of the local favorite beaches. Not sure if they still have fire pits that the public can use, this beach will never disappoint.
96 locals recommend
Corona Del Mar
One of the local favorite beaches. Not sure if they still have fire pits that the public can use, this beach will never disappoint.
This is one of my favorite places to visit around Thanksgiving and Christmas time, they have a carousel and miniature Christmas train scene. Lots of high end stores
790 locals recommend
South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol StThis is one of my favorite places to visit around Thanksgiving and Christmas time, they have a carousel and miniature Christmas train scene. Lots of high end stores
La Brea Tar Pits and Museum
5801 Wilshire BlvdA great museum with lots of history
A fun place to visit. Outside there is a beautiful rose garden to take lots of pictures.
24 locals recommend
Space Shuttle Endeavour
700 Exposition Park DrA fun place to visit. Outside there is a beautiful rose garden to take lots of pictures.
If you look up grand performances at the California Plaza, you will see a schedule of outdoor performances that are typically free in a beautiful downtown la night setting. Performances are usually from June to September.
7 locals recommend
California Plaza
300 S Grand AveIf you look up grand performances at the California Plaza, you will see a schedule of outdoor performances that are typically free in a beautiful downtown la night setting. Performances are usually from June to September.
A recommended place to visit in Korea town. There is a good court on the top level and a place with famous corn dogs, as well as authentic Korean tea. Across the street be sure to check out Han Bat Sul Jung Tang, a traditional Korean ox bone soup that will fix a cold in a heart beat. It is loved by the locals and myself who will drive miles to have it.
19 locals recommend
California Market
450 S Western AveA recommended place to visit in Korea town. There is a good court on the top level and a place with famous corn dogs, as well as authentic Korean tea. Across the street be sure to check out Han Bat Sul Jung Tang, a traditional Korean ox bone soup that will fix a cold in a heart beat. It is loved by the locals and myself who will drive miles to have it.
Koreatown is a place close to my heart. If you're wondering where to go in ktown, you can start here. It's a plaza with a great Korean BBQ place (a bit pricey), coffee, tea, bread, and some Korean street food.
30 locals recommend
H Mart Madang Plaza
621 S Western AveKoreatown is a place close to my heart. If you're wondering where to go in ktown, you can start here. It's a plaza with a great Korean BBQ place (a bit pricey), coffee, tea, bread, and some Korean street food.
Indoor marketplace with several great food places on the too floor including one with Japanese food.
59 locals recommend
Little Tokyo Market Place
333 S Alameda StIndoor marketplace with several great food places on the too floor including one with Japanese food.
One of the must see places if you are in LA. It's an outdoor plaza in Little Tokyo with many places to eat including authentic Japanese treats such as mochi ice cream, using noodles, ramen, and other pastries.
16 locals recommend
Japanese Village Plaza
335 E 2nd StOne of the must see places if you are in LA. It's an outdoor plaza in Little Tokyo with many places to eat including authentic Japanese treats such as mochi ice cream, using noodles, ramen, and other pastries.
Although somewhat of a tourist trap, it is still fun to visit. Great restaurants such as the yard house, and also a movie theater. Of course it's also home to the Staples center that hosts many events. Recommend taking the metro train to avoid expensive parking fees.
633 locals recommend
L.A. Live
800 W Olympic BlvdAlthough somewhat of a tourist trap, it is still fun to visit. Great restaurants such as the yard house, and also a movie theater. Of course it's also home to the Staples center that hosts many events. Recommend taking the metro train to avoid expensive parking fees.
Great way to get to some fun places including LA Live, Little Tokyo, Union Station and Placita Olvera, and downtown LA. Will save you hassle and money in trying to find parking in downtown LA.
Atlantic Station
Great way to get to some fun places including LA Live, Little Tokyo, Union Station and Placita Olvera, and downtown LA. Will save you hassle and money in trying to find parking in downtown LA.
Great place with some rides and also a ferry that takes you to Balboa island.
114 locals recommend
Balboa Fun Zone
600 E Bay AveGreat place with some rides and also a ferry that takes you to Balboa island.
Although not necessarily a destination, there is a really nice harbor next to the aquarium with many places to eat and just spend a relaxing evening. My favorite to eat at is bubba Gump shrimp or the yard house if you're willing to spend a little more.
806 locals recommend
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium WayAlthough not necessarily a destination, there is a really nice harbor next to the aquarium with many places to eat and just spend a relaxing evening. My favorite to eat at is bubba Gump shrimp or the yard house if you're willing to spend a little more.
A great place to visit with art and historical exhibitions and beautiful gardens to take photos
2309 locals recommend
The Getty
1200 Getty Center DrA great place to visit with art and historical exhibitions and beautiful gardens to take photos
The sister campus of the Getty center, this is located in Malibu and has a beautiful fountain to take photos
883 locals recommend
The Getty Villa
17985 Pacific Coast HwyThe sister campus of the Getty center, this is located in Malibu and has a beautiful fountain to take photos
If you're on a budget and still want to get a "Disney" feel, this is a great place to spend a morning, afternoon or evening.
Downtown Disney
Downtown DisneyIf you're on a budget and still want to get a "Disney" feel, this is a great place to spend a morning, afternoon or evening.
If you're from out of town and visiting southern California Disneyland is a lot of fun. It's only about a 27 min drive away.
3085 locals recommend
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrIf you're from out of town and visiting southern California Disneyland is a lot of fun. It's only about a 27 min drive away.
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaUniversal CityWalk Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaGreat place for anyone that likes cars. It's a great stop on the way to Beverly Hills or Santa Monica.
538 locals recommend
Petersen Automotive Museum
6060 Wilshire BlvdGreat place for anyone that likes cars. It's a great stop on the way to Beverly Hills or Santa Monica.
Popular area for dinner, and nightlife. Great food scene with restaurants of many parts of the world.
480 locals recommend
Old Pasadena
23 E Colorado BlvdPopular area for dinner, and nightlife. Great food scene with restaurants of many parts of the world.
Great place to visit in Pasadena. A local favorite.
999 locals recommend
Huntington Library Art Collections and Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford RdGreat place to visit in Pasadena. A local favorite.