Mar Vista
Date Nights
Taiwanese soul food restaurant with an amazing happy hour and great vegetarian options. Their traditional handmade dumplings and noodles are to die for.
Simple upscale Italian eats in a cozy neighborhood setting. You will leave this locals-only establishment with a full belly and feeling like you just had a warm hug.
A Mar Vista neighborhood restaurant from Chef Craig Hopson, serving California-kissed French bistro fare for special nights and for every night. Good food, good wines and good times.
Dog Parks
Meet locals at the unofficial off-leash party of neighborhood pups. Most gatherings take place on week nights around 5pm. Be prepared for cuteness overload!
Golden retriever meet up every other Thursday at Mar Vista Park!
Family Fun
Sundays 9am-2pm (rain or shine) at Grandview/Venice Blvd.
Sprawling, wide assortment of exotic fruits and vegetables, and an impressive array of food stands. Find anything you need to make a fresh home-cooked meal, or have a fully prepared meal served to you..
Enjoy a round of family bowling or play in the action-packed arcade!
Libations
A neighborhood cocktail bar offering a dynamic beverage program with food from Little Fatty.
This revamped local watering hole now offers dancing, live music and karaoke.
Enjoy a glass of wine and some delicious Greek bites at this cozy neighborhood establishment.
Coffee Shops
Local coffee shop proudly serving Stumptown coffee and Baker Kneaded pastries.
Homey atmosphere with a delicious selection of espresso beverages. Their spacious back patio will keep you relaxing for hours.
Whipping up a variety of excellent coffee drinks and tasty eats to accompany. A great place to meet a friend and catch up on life.
Don’t miss the…
Famous Taco Trucks…
Including Tacos Mar Vista featuring what many say is the best birria in town, or if you're feeling brave, wait in line at cash only Brother's Cousins Tacos to experience the tacos everyone is raving about- al pastor strongly recommended!
Formerly known as Mar Vista Music & Art- Enjoy local art, music and food trucks at this quarterly event, which takes place on Venice Blvd.
This Japanese supermarket chain is THE spot for authentic groceries, items and food. You'll want to arrive with an empty stomach, as the food court offers dozens of authentic Japanese and Asian eateries.