Los Angeles Coffee With Chess, Then Improv and a 24-Hour Diner

5.0 (20)

Mon – Thu, 08:00 – 14:00; Fri – Sun, 08:00 – 16:40

1650 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA

Start at Temple Grounds for coffee and snacks among the murals on West Temple Street. Chess games and yoga sessions make this a neighborhood gathering spot. The shop also hosts art expos, community mixers, and public speakers. Charley is the resident cat. Dogs are welcome, too. Check current hours and event listings before heading over.

4.8 (216)

1944 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA

The Elysian Theater stages innovative comedy, theater, and improv in an intimate nonprofit space on Riverside Drive. The room features visually stimulating decor. Pick up a local craft beer at the concession stand. Parking is street only. Check current show listings before planning your visit.

4.5 (2,119)

Mon – Sun, 10:30 – 22:00

2023 E Cesar E Chavez Ave

Shakey's Pizza Parlor brings generations of Boyle Heights families together for weekday dinners and milestone celebrations. Classic pizzas share the table with golden fried chicken and Mojo Potatoes. Big screen TVs carry the games. The daily lunch buffet runs from 11am to 2pm. Check current hours before heading to the East Cesar E Chavez Avenue location.

4.3 (963)

Mon – Sun, Open 24 hours

5453 Hollywood Blvd

NORMS Restaurant on Hollywood Boulevard serves French toast, scrambled eggs, lightly salted fries, and hash browns around the clock. Budget-friendly plates draw late-night groups, alongside people seeking a temporary place of refuge. Service pace can fluctuate, so check current hours before heading over.