Modernist architecture. Golden hour at the reservoir. Cozy restaurants, shops, and bars. This is Silver Lake, a neighborhood far from the crowded beaches and glitz of Los Angeles. Here’s why when you come west, you should go east—to LA’s east side.
MEET GINA
Gina Correll Aglietti is a Silver Lake local and cofounder of Yola Mezcal, an artisanal mezcal brand handcrafted in Oaxaca. “Our initial concept was strong women, strong drink,” she says of Yola. Though she travels to Mexico often for business, Silver Lake is home. Here are her favorite local spots.
Silver Lake Pool & InnThis hotel puts you in the middle of the neighborhood’s many shops, bars, and restaurants. But we wouldn’t blame you if you spent all day on their pool deck.
Silver Lake ReservoirPack your running shoes for a two mile jog around the lake and a picnic blanket for golden hour by the meadow.
Cafe StellaCafe by day. Bar by night. Stella is located on the Sunset Junction and feels like the kind of place you might stumble upon wandering the streets of Paris.
Gina’s packing list
A frequent traveler, Gina is often in Mexico City and Oaxaca for business, in addition to prioritizing travel for pleasure whenever she can. Here’s what she doesn’t leave home without.
How would you spend your perfect Sunday in Silver Lake?
Farmers market, a walk around the reservoir, and a backyard hang with my friends and good food.
LA Rose CafeRestaurants come and go in LA, but this cozy Filipino cafe has been a neighborhood staple since ‘82. Their menu includes favorites like sisig and arroz caldo.
Kenbey SushiThere’s a real sushi scene in Silver Lake, but Chef Kenji Koyama is serving up something special from his omakase to classics like yellowtail sashimi.
Mohawk General StoreA one-stop shop for everyone’s favorite designer clothes and accessories. Upgrade your wardrobe, then stroll to the many surrounding spots on Sunset Blvd.
BotanicaFounded by two food writers, this restaurant and cafe is known for their farmers market-centric menu, long list of natural wines, and inviting atmosphere.
