Hamilton Comes to Hollywood!
Going to "Hamilton"
at the Pantages?
Wondering where to eat before the show?
Here's a few suggestions,
all within walking distance
to the Pantages.
Farida
(Modern Middle Eastern Cuisine)
I knew by the sign on the wall
I would enjoy this...
See What Jay Eats...
Hummus di Tahini
with Charred Shishito Peppers
$10
Harissa Fries
with Garlic Aioli
(Very Spicy)
$8
Cucumber Salad
with parsley, red onion, mint,
lemon and Aleppo
$9
Beet Salad
with baby beets, lebneh, French feta,
hazelnuts, grape molasses, beet chips,
preserved lemon and mint.
$14
Mountain Prep Lamb Awarma
with Hummus di Tahini,
30 day cured eggplant makdous,
nut & fig, sumac, soft egg, pickled
turnip, feta, watermelon radish
and beet chips.
$24
Forgot to mention,
they have a bar with cocktails...
6266 Sunset Blvd
Hollywood 90028
Closed Sundays
If you like looking over the city,
you'll like this place.
(Rooftop Lounge)
Atop the Hollywood Proper building.
Inside bar and seating
or you can enjoy the view outside.
Passion Fruit Fizz
(this size was for a tasting)
Maker’s Mark Bourbon, Passion Fruit Aqua Faba, Lemon, Pastis and topped with Wild Fennel Flower. Served Up $14
Beefeater Gin,Tonic Water, Hibiscus flowers and served à la España Over Ice $13
Come for the cocktails, stay for the sunset!
Filifera is open to non-residents after 5 pm, reservations are a must.1550 N El Centro Ave
Hollywood 90028
Valet parking available and take the elevator to the roof.
I've already been twice!
Just Northwest of the Pantages,
is the Good Greek Grill for authentic Greek food.
What a selection!
Chicken Kabobs
and Lamb
Spanakopita Bites
With spinach & feta cheese wrapped in a fried puff pastry.
3 for $5.99
Lots of great Greek food at a great price!
Save room for these...
Baklava Bites
A fried puff pastry filled with walnuts, honey & cinnamon.
3 for $5.99
This is a MUST order!!!
6363 Yucca St
Hollywood 90028
Gluten-Free and Vegan options available at Good Greek Grill
For a Latin-inspired menu,
About 2 blocks away from
the Pantages Theater.
Viva Margarita
with 4Copas Tequila Blanco, Lime,
Cucumber, Mint and Agava.
$14
Viva Guacamole
with California avocados, jalapeño, cilantro, red onions and toasted
sunflower seeds,
served with fried plantains.
$11
Ensaladas too...
Chicken Mole
with chicken breast, mole negro, crema
and toasted sunflower seeds.
$20
Skirt Steak
with chipotle rub, smoked chimichurri, cilantro and butter.
$24
Corn Cotija
with cheese and chili powder
$7
If you're just coming in for a cocktail and quick bite, I suggest
La La Land
with Belvedere Citrus, lemon, Giffard
Pampelmousse, aged whisky bitters
and champagne.
$14
Rajas Flatbread
with manchego, Raja peppers
and marinated tomatoes.
$14
Save room for dessert!
Churros con Chocolate
Churros con Chocolate
A Spanish donut made to order,
with sugar, cinnamon and
chocolate sauce.
$10
Did I mention they have salsa dancing
and live music on Fridays?
Salsa Lessons begin at 9:30 pm!
I'll be there for Taco Tuesday!
6350 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood 90028
Looking for something...
Unique???
(Next door to Viva Hollywood)
It's a Tim Burton fan bar,
every night is Halloween!
You enter the main showroom
The Beetle's Juice
Muddled blackberries and lime, tequila,
blackberry schnapps, Angostura Bitters, a splash of cranberry juice and garnished with a blackberry and lime.
$14
You might think it's strange to meet
Willy Wonka and Edward Scissorhands,
BUT not at Beetle House LA!
Big Fish Bowl
(for 2)
With Vodka, Gin, Tequila, Coconut Rum, Blue Curaçao, sour mix, Pineapple juice, Sprite and garnished with Nerds candy and Swedish fish candy.
$25
They have live entertainment too!
They have a prix fixe dinner menu
($40-$45)
and reservations are to guarantee
Dinner service only.
You do not need a reservation to go have a drink at Beetle House LA.
6356 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood 90028
(Make Reservations Online)
For Italian, I suggest
Fabiolus Cucina on Sunset Blvd.
Famous for their house-made
Limoncello
$10
Prosciutto Crudo Pizza
With house-made tomato sauce, chunks
of mozzarella, arugula, cured ham and
Parmesan shavings.
$16.95
Ravioli Funghi
Mushroom filled ravioli tossed in a specialty creamy black truffle sauce.
$22.95
One of my favorite dishes here!
Don't forget dessert...
Panna Cotta
with imported cherries.
$7.95
Say hello to the Corbia brothers!
6270 W Sunset Blvd
Hollywood 90028
Right across the street from
the Pantages Theater...
for New American (small plates)
Known for their cocktails
Watermelon Salad
(seasonal)
Chicken & Waffle
(special event tasting size)
A rosemary-infused waffle,
butternut squash and
maple syrup.
$17
The Grilled Cheese Sandwich
with Tomato Bisque is a
favorite too...
The Taft Building
6280 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood 90028
I hope this gives you some suggestions
on places to visit before or after
"Hamilton" at the Pantages Theatre.
Don't forget your Hamilton
tickets and have a great evening,
Only in Hollywood!
Thank You!
Genevieve Haines
Hollywood Entertainment District
Joe Mariani
Nerissa Silao
Devin Strecker
NOTE: I was a guest of the participating restaurants, I thank them for their
invitation and hospitality.
All comments and opinions are strictly my own.
Photos by Jay Terauchi
Jay Eats Worldwide
(c) Jay Terauchi
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