The Phillips' Come to Town

Our dear friends, Stephanie and Ryan Phillips came to visit this past weekend! Their son Brentley spent the weekend with his Grandma and Grandpa. While we missed seeing Brent, we sure did enjoy having them all to ourselves! We had a great time showing them around town, taking them to some of our favorite local spots to eat and drink, and a few spots off our normal route as well!

Stops included:

Laurel Tavern for beers and yummy gastro pub food

Aroma Cafe for brunch and a star sighting of Vanessa Hudgens (Steph doesn't see what the big deal is about her and I must agree!)

Venice Ale House for rare beers on draught

Sweet Rose Creamery for fantastic ice cream and another star sighting of Alessandra Ambrosio of Victoria Secret fame!

Upright Citizens Brigade for some fantastic improv theater

Jones,  delicious Hollywood restaurant for our favorite Italian style pizza

The Dresden, a classic mid century lounge for martinis and live music performed by Marty and Elayne (performing there since 1981)

Griffith Observatory for views of L.A. (albeit smoggy that day), and some good old fashion astronomy exhibits and of course, the Tesla Coil!

The Parlour on Melrose for beer, bar food, and big screens to watch all the Sunday football your heart desires!

Oh and a few stops at Starbucks, of course!!!

We had so much fun that we didn't stop to take too many photos but here are just a few!