Mushky
Los Angeles Kosher Guide and Family Activities

Dear friends, LA locals, and LA visitors!
This is a compilation of my favorite LA Kosher eats, activities etc.
It came together beautifully by picking the brain of @Esteemans, huge thank you!
Happy reading, planning, and I'm always here to help.
Love, Mushky
*Disclaimers: This list is not sponsored, it has most options- not all, call before you go to avoid disappointment!!
**Many kosher eateries work with Postmates, Uber Eats, Doordash or Grubhub to get food delivered directly to you.
Most genius thing ever invented>>>
Guide:
FOOD
Breakfast/brunch/lunch
Mensch Bakery
https://goo.gl/maps/Kdg3YvMSEGCv1Tfu9
Great pastries, good brunch food, nice portion size.
Borekas Sephardic Pastries
https://goo.gl/maps/UbSrcPtDP2JXAMmP9
Most delicious Borekas in the world, people actually wait in line for these.
Beverly Hills Bagel Co.
https://goo.gl/maps/sVDg8T5nUqW8FvXb8
Good bagels, good donuts
Tel Aviv Fish Grill.
https://goo.gl/maps/RwviWasjHEc3vKwT8
Greatest Israeli breakfast style spot, salatim, shakshuka, great fish, good dinner spot as well.
Toast Cafe- Sherman Oaks
https://goo.gl/maps/wHDAVD1V3e7a5nZv8
Great brunch, great vibe
Milky Way
https://goo.gl/maps/HCHdvRpuF1YoyKp49
Beautiful remodeled, cozy, homey space. Good salmon, pastas and salad. TDF carrot cake & cream cheese frosting and cheese blintzes
Great lunch and dinner spot
They have FREE refills on all sodas, ice tea, lemonade and drip coffee!
Trattoria Natalie
https://goo.gl/maps/aYeJY7G7v7d49hk28
Beautiful dairy restaurant, open for lunch and dinner. Packed on Saturday nights. Consistently good dairy fun foods, very kid friendly and accommodating.
Bibi’s Bakery
https://goo.gl/maps/GDbLrCLr4mKPoSQS9
Israeli cafe and bakery vibes, breakfast and lunch place too
Delice Bakery
https://goo.gl/maps/pq65SpWGjrwc8JUHA
French bakery and cafe, similar to Mensch
Pico Cafe
https://goo.gl/maps/Rza6wmcDGmow35mx6
Nice, spacious space. Great salads.
Pat's Cafe
https://goo.gl/maps/rmRxYihBwLc7SEM98
A Pat's Restaurant baby, delicious, fresh cafe.
La Brea Bagel
https://goo.gl/maps/m7QoF2FmKQaTS3Sc7
Cafe and bagel shop, salads and pastries too
Erin McKenna's Bakery
https://goo.gl/maps/WGDzG3HZWexGWEvR7
A fun bakery free of harmful ingredients. Gluten-free, and vegan.
Pizza
Pizza Mark
https://goo.gl/maps/ewweAnGqwNc9V2gz8
Cheapest pies, consistently good. Good salads.
ONE80 Pizzeria
https://goo.gl/maps/HL1NT1qJJ7tep2Wd7
DIY pies, very cute vibe
Mac n cheese pizza is my kids favorite.
Pizza Mayven
https://goo.gl/maps/T4fyfKHAtaGfgpsm9
Camp cafeteria vibes, very good crispy crust, eggplant pizza is bomb. I've been told my multiple people it is their favorite pizza shop. They have slurpee style blended drinks.
Pizza Station
https://goo.gl/maps/QqeMKXNu1VWhiXJu5
Homey style shop, good pizza, lasagna and eggplant parm. They sell ice cream too.
Nagila Pizza
https://goo.gl/maps/FCYnZnLMgMBcgkYy6
A pico pizza classic
Pizza World
https://goo.gl/maps/5pdoEUf2LczUhvG98
Very good cauliflower poppers. Very close to The Grove and to LACMA Urban Lights
Pizza Nosh , Agoura Hills
https://goo.gl/maps/69bdqCHPo6iML7iQ8
Good pizza, very good cinnamon puffs
Shalom Pizza
https://goo.gl/maps/GbTKcwy2jVaMTADm8
Pico pizza shop, with delicious fish tacos
Sushi, Chinese, Thai, Israeli, Burgers, Deli
Meshuga for Sushi (2 locations)
https://goo.gl/maps/69bdqCHPo6iML7iQ8
Delicious sushi
Sushi Ko
https://goo.gl/maps/afEGx2D9YYubjuCC9
Sushi restaurant
Shanghai
https://goo.gl/maps/fMTh4yLjKKWutua98
Good, classic, family-friendly Chinese restaurant, serves sushi too
Beverly Hills Thai Kosher
https://goo.gl/maps/gF2oqDxL3ZCGPQ3v9
So unique and delicious. Great curry.
Tel Aviv Grill (multiple locations)
https://www.google.com/maps/search/tel+aviv+grill/@34.1650391,-118.5897495,12z/data=!3m1!4b1
Delicious zaatar lafa, amazing falafel and shawarma
Taeem
https://goo.gl/maps/7VvJ9MY8AL2ByQtQ8
Falafel shawarma shop, best variety of salatim
Dr. Sandwich (2 locations)
https://www.google.com/maps/search/dr.+sandwich/@34.083448,-118.3868467,13z/data=!3m1!4b1
Delicious Marrakech salad, and all around excellent Israeli food
Holy Grill
https://goo.gl/maps/274uXbwSzG2xgpny7
Israeli Grill bar
Schwartz Deli and BBQ
https://goo.gl/maps/BFJv1uKaai1wHAFq8
The Kosher Burger Joint
https://goo.gl/maps/nZ4vmaho3qxuFCKk7
LA Burger Bar
https://goo.gl/maps/LRD1jgCU7xRjL5cb8
Schnitzly
https://goo.gl/maps/Hp19VTb1obX3Uc5DA
Uniquely LA
Lenny’s Casita- Must Try!!
https://goo.gl/maps/J3RxJCe6X4wswMf96
Mexican street food, party vibe
Has the kid friendly foods, as well as the fun options for adults
Next Door
https://goo.gl/maps/SPUAbmvecn9XYq1s7
High-end Mediterranean fusion
Amazing ambiance
TLV Tapas Bar
https://goo.gl/maps/fY8oNoZmBE33TLNj9
Amazing, high end cocktails and tapas (appetizer plates)
Tierra Sur- Herzog Wine Cellars - Oxnard
https://goo.gl/maps/9Z91QNa7AVDSqwfW7
A trip! Seasonal incredible food, constantly changing up the menu, beautiful vibe
Fish Grill
https://goo.gl/maps/C4iBzX3xAhCNpa1s8
Beverly and Pico locations. Both incredible.
*Malibu location is temporarily closed (12/2022)
Jeff's Gourmet Sausage Factory
https://goo.gl/maps/Y4a5A3Xm8pjULhJ39
Jewish deli foods all made with housemade meats.
Kolah Farangi
https://goo.gl/maps/RnL7NkXg96WPxbuVA
Persian Restaurant
Steakhouses
La Gondola:
https://goo.gl/maps/mvHLtCR5PdUb5tTM9
Really good lunch specials, good appetizers, cookie skillet dessert is bomb.
Pats:
https://goo.gl/maps/HcjNzQQaWwXWG3wX9
Steaks, chocolate chip bread pudding
Shilo’s:
https://goo.gl/maps/xD8HE354RrUQXpxy9
French Bistro and garden. Mushroom egg rolls, Tarte Flambe are fun dishes to try.
Charcoal:
https://goo.gl/maps/VPA1AzAJMCiHwVep8
Steaks, Israeli grill, nice cocktails
They also just opened Hummus- The son of Charcoal - as their lunch space.
Ice Cream
Munchies
https://goo.gl/maps/zcHeCUfBrMb2xdyo7
Large variety of candy, ice cream, drinks, gift baskets.
Staff is super patient and kid-friendly!
Valley Swirl
https://goo.gl/maps/HebR8FJw9hyVD3j66
Ice cream shop that also sells Kosher Boba!
Shabbat Takeout
Schwartz Bakery
https://goo.gl/maps/Y3Dd1ysaKWNZpquq6
Got Kosher Challah
Best challah, find it in any kosher market
Lieder's
https://goo.gl/maps/s1eMX2pEZRzsnztPA
Lenny's
https://goo.gl/maps/J3RxJCe6X4wswMf96
Shabbat Shuk
Kosher Markets below also have shabbat takeout.
Kosher Markets
Western Kosher:
https://g.page/Westernkosherpico?share
Glatt Mart
https://maps.app.goo.gl/roaUni3Gh3QCBsct9
Koshco
https://goo.gl/maps/weheWhGdb5QkUPvV7
La Brea Market
https://goo.gl/maps/mgrBpqoHhudus7DN6
Ariel Market
https://goo.gl/maps/CkpH9ipGj48NP5V86
Cambridge Farms
https://goo.gl/maps/uQt5JoN1fH2NNtaT6
Family Activities
Volunteer!
Volunteer at Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles, a fun, family friendly volunteer exercise preparing kosher meals and desserts for the less fortunate.
Santa Monica Pier:
Ferris wheel, rides
https://goo.gl/maps/N2QcEQwy7MZSeL7HA
Bike rentals all along the beach bike path or right near santa monica pier
More beaches:
Annenberg Beach House
https://goo.gl/maps/wguwaHdnyTKN3zJP6
Lot 8 North
https://goo.gl/maps/oYKWomzVwb1pr3sW8
Has a cute playground, and good beach access
Point Dume, Malibu or Zuma Beach nearby
https://goo.gl/maps/hTehkeG9HDG4URS57
Do this with Pizza Nosh in Agoura
El Matador Beach
https://goo.gl/maps/mmwFLraPaGwbveiu5
Cute sandy beach with really cool sea caves, lots of stairs to get down to the water, but pretty magical.
Laguna Beach
https://goo.gl/maps/PuGEbAv2DMNasTk38
LACMA Urban Lights
https://goo.gl/maps/BavFj11pJj3oYkZr7
Beautiful instagrammable space, fun to run through
Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park
https://goo.gl/maps/bHMyvSuuxbmnPh2BA
Fun drive up and down the mountain, great Hollywood sign and LA views, optional hiking, playgrounds, etc. You can do a short simple nature trail called Ferndell Trail that leads to a playground. You can also drive up to the observatory, and hike down the firebreak trail.
Shane's Inspiration is another beautiful playground in Griffith Park. Bring a basketball! There is a fun setup of hoops there of all shapes and sizes. There are more hiking options off this space as well.
Runyon Canyon Park
https://goo.gl/maps/Cwu6W4iiLKZuHcJs5
Classic LA hike with beautiful views. Street parking.
Westridge Trailhead
https://goo.gl/maps/3xHxTmsR9ahANHdW6
Also plenty of other hikes in this area, family friendly with great views. Street parking.
Note: There are many many more incredible hike options in the LA area, with mountain views, ocean views…
Echo Park Lake
https://goo.gl/maps/sLJdjwHEjZisvfbv6
1 mile walking loop, swan boat rentals, playground in the park, and another great playground across the street at Belleview and Glendale streets.
Warner Brothers Studio Tour
https://www.wbstudiotour.com/tickets/
An amazing studio tour where you can tour the actual set of Friends, Big Bang Theory, become an actor and see how it all comes together. Only for ages 5 and up.
The Grove, Farmers Market
https://goo.gl/maps/nemF2x99ibWaFzU6A
LA’s shopping mecca, a spot to see and be seen.
Pressed Juicery for healthy ice cream
Boat Rentals
Rent electric boats.
Kids Space
https://goo.gl/maps/H34pTJxVwPxEWA8V9
Children's museum- indoors and outdoors.
LA Zoo
https://goo.gl/maps/gUoUhENN7oVFtxb66
Universal Studios / Universal CityWalk
https://goo.gl/maps/ZNyKghLJ6uVXFQkm8
Knotts Berry Farm
https://goo.gl/maps/CumicSqXaxNJLYoS7
Indoor Play Options
Craft Bar
https://goo.gl/maps/EfCnRMms5kEUQbwQ8
Super cute crafting spot, to unleash all creativity.
Say Cheez LA
https://goo.gl/maps/YzCVonVDGLpwyk8h8
Indoor children's playground- they have Kosher food!
Trampoline Parks
https://www.google.com/maps/search/trampoline+parks/@33.7607733,-118.0390592,9.91z
Hapik Rock Climbing
https://goo.gl/maps/GnhczGHcrXFhJmD18
Fun indoor rock climbing.
Kids Empire
https://goo.gl/maps/cumP9aikVqHTX6Qd6
Indoor playground.
Kids World Family Fun Center
https://goo.gl/maps/mnSpLQkacJCYS8dr5
Indoor playground.
Beyond The City
Zachari Dunes Hotel in Oxnard
https://goo.gl/maps/z3cb3oatDPiFAnPK9
Beautiful getaway, not too far from LA.
All suites hotel, beach front, heated pool and jacuzzi
Amusement Parks:
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Disneyland
Legoland
Sea World
San Diego Zoo
Big Bear Lake
Up in the mountains, for snow, skiing, tubing, sledding, cabins, or water activities
Joshua Tree National Park/ Palm Springs Area
Surreal, super pretty national park. Plenty of hikes for all difficulty levels.
Palm springs is desert land, beautiful resorts, hot springs.
Catalina Island
Take the Catalina Express, and end up on a cute island with Italy vibes.
Santa Barbara
Beautiful beach town