Afar's Guide To Culture And Culinary Arts In Downtown L.A.
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Museum of Contemporary Art
Check out the fantastic collection of contemporary art. Afterwards, walk around the Gehry-built Walt Disney Concert Hall. Shield your eyes from the reflection!
The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
It's always worth seeing what exhibit is on at the Geffen Contemporary.
Wurstküche Restaurant
The sausages and French fries are top notch, but Wurstkuche is really all about the beer. Try any of the vast selection of imported beers on tap.
The Pie Hole
A multitude of pie variations, all fresh and seasonal. A lovely afternoon pick-me-up.
Poketo
Drop by this great little store in East L.A. and stock up on stylish notebooks and cute T-shirts.
The Varnish Bar
Get a classy cocktail at this speakeasy-style bar, within Cole's.
Rivera Restaurant
Have a late meal at this innovative and delicious modern Latin restaurant. The tequila list is excellent. Don't miss the handmade corn tortillas, decorated with flowers.
I would stay at: Hotel Figueroa
Old-world, Moorish stylings right on the edge of downtown. Spend some time by the pool.