2 Days in Los Angeles: The Foodie Itinerary

This itinerary combines recommendations for the best food spots in Los Angeles neighborhoods with the highest-rated activities in each neighborhood. The trip allows ample time in-restaurant, as well as freedom to shop and explore each neighborhood at your own pace. The first day focuses on neighborhoods in Central Los Angeles, while the second day focuses on Downtown and Redondo Beach.

Scheduled Plan for the 2-Day Los Angeles Foodie Itinerary

Day One

08:00 – 09:40 Breakfast at Republique

09:40 – 10:00 Walk or drive to La Brea Tar Pits

10:00 – 13:15 La Brea Tar Pits Museum & LACMA

13:15 – 13:30 Walk or drive to Little Ethiopia

13:30 – 15:00 Merkato Ethiopian Restaurant & Market

15:00 – 15:30 Drive to Hollywood

15:30 – 19:00 Museums of Hollywood & Hollywood Walk of Fame

19:00 – 20:00 JINYA Ramen Express

20:00 – 20:30 Drive to the Griffith Observatory

20:30 – 22:00 Visit Griffith Observatory (open until 10pm)

22:00 – onwards Return to hotel, relax, etc.

Day Two

08:00 – 09:00 Breakfast at Wake & Late

09:00 – 09:15 Walk to the US Bank Tower

09:15 – 10:40 OUE Skyspace LA

10:40 – 11:00 Walk or drive to Little Tokyo (Japanese American Cultural & Community Center)

11:00 – 12:00 James Irvine Japanese Gardens

12:00 – 13:30 Lunch at Aloha Café

13:30 – 15:00 Japanese American National Museum

15:00 – 15:30 Drive to Santa Monica

15:30 – 18:30 Santa Monica Beach & Pier

18:30 – 20:30 Dinner at 1212 Santa Monica

20:30 – 22:30 Shopping, movie, or nightlife at Santa Monica Place

22:30 – onwards Return to hotel, relax, etc.