Over time, Morningside Park has shed its inner-city vibe and become more like the neighboring communities in the South Bay. Residential areas here are bisected by commercial throughways filled with shopping centers anchored by big-box retailers like Costco. That said, these mini-malls still make room for the local mom-and-pop businesses.

Restaurants

• M&M Soul Food • 3300 W Manchester Blvd
310-673-5031 • $$
Consistently delicious.

Shopping

• Costco • 3560 W Century Blvd
310-242-2777
Buy it in bulk.