Someone on the ABD Board asked a question about what to do with a pre day.
I thought the info might be useful here, so here is my response
After having done the Backstage Magic Adventure several times, here are some of the things we love...
Going to the LA Farmer's Market at Third and Fairfax.
It's a short cab ride, but it's worth it. It's been in the same place since the early 30's. Lucy and Ricky went there in there "Ricky goes to Hollywood" era.
I recommend a corned beef sandwich from Magee's and a donut from Bob's. This is also connected to the Grove. It's an outdoor mall, but celebrity sightings are common. Keep your eyes open. I could easily spend a couple of hours here.
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The Griddle Cafe
7916 W Sunset Blvd, W Hollywood, CA 90046
This is an amazing "hole in the wall" place that you would probably pass without notice. A word of advice....GO EARLY or prepare to wait an hour or more. Great food. Do not be surprised to see a line of 100 people (or more!) Unless you eat like a lumberjack...think about sharing....especially pancakes.
25 Degrees in the Roosevelt Hotel
This a two block walk from the Loews. It serves really decent burgers and "adult" milkshakes. It's also inside a Hollywood Landmark. Marilyn Monroe lived at the Roosevelt. It's where the first Academy Awards were held and in the back of the lobby is the tiled staircase where Bill "Bojangles" Robinson taught Shirley Temple to tap dance. Check out the ceiling of the lobby area. It's work of art.
The Grill
6801 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028
The Grill is a great place to eat and it's attached to the Loews in the Hollywood and Highland complex. Exit the hotel on the second floor mezzanine level and it's one flight up. Good food/ good atmosphere and it's a minute from your room. Great when you are exhausted.
Hope this helps.