Just east of the river, Lincoln Heights, established in since 1910, was once noted for its fauna population: alongside ostrich and alligator farms, it featured a private zoo for animals used in silent films. Now a vibrant Mexican enclave, but it’s full of fantastic restaurants, walkable streets, and a unique nightlife—if you know where to look.

Landmarks

• Heritage Square Museum • 3800 Homer St
323-225-2700
A cluster of buildings that have been saved from demolition through relocation to Heritage Square.

Nightlife

• The Airliner • 2419 N Broadway
323-221-0771
Cheap drinks, and the four fundamentals of hip hop, including graffiti.

• Le Blanc • 2834 N Broadway
323-222-5705
Brood and/or watch soccer.

• Marcelino’s Cafe • 2119 N Broadway
323-221-5444
Neighborhood vino oasis. Keep it more secret than we did.

Restaurants

• Carnitas Michoacan • 1901 N Broadway
323-225-2729 • $
Perfect for satisfying your late-night nacho craving.

• Cemitas Poblanas Elvirita • 3010 E 1st St
323-881-0428 • $
Puebla’s unique sandwich comes to California.

• El Huarachito • 3010 N Broadway
323-223-0476 • $
Classic Mexican breakfasts done right.

Shopping

• Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store •
210 N Avenue 21
323-224-6280
Cult thrift store. Undersifted enough to tender serious rewards.