Studio City may be home to A-listers and canyon estates, but on Sundays, it slows down in all the right ways. The pace is local. The coffee is strong. And your whole day stretches out before you like a well-made brunch reservation. Here’s how to spend the perfect Sunday—from canyon hikes to sunset wine.
Morning: Coffee & Canyon Air
Aroma Coffee & Tea
Start the day with a cappuccino at Aroma. The shady patio is packed with regulars (and their dogs), and the pastries are dangerously good. It's not just a coffee stop—it’s the neighborhood’s unofficial meeting place.
Fryman Canyon Loop
Just five minutes up Laurel Canyon, Fryman offers a 3-mile trail that’s light on effort and big on views. It’s quiet, shady, and filled with hikers who know better than to hit Runyon.
Late Morning: The Studio City Farmers Market
Every Sunday from 8am–1pm, Ventura Place transforms into a full-blown neighborhood event. Grab some strawberries, a breakfast burrito, or just stroll the stalls with a coffee in hand.
Local citrus, avocados & greens
Handmade pasta, tamales, and sourdough
Kids’ face painting and live music
A very good chance you’ll run into someone you know
Midday: Laurel Canyon Place Lunch + Bookstore Browsing
After the market, walk a few blocks to Laurel Canyon Place—a mini stretch of charm with lunch and treats built in.
Artisan Cheese Gallery
Pressed sandwiches, rotating cheese boards, and maybe a glass of wine. It’s quiet, friendly, and full of regulars who know it’s one of the best lunch spots in the neighborhood.
McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams
Get a scoop. No notes.
Bookstar
Pop into this Barnes & Noble inside a preserved 1930s movie theater. The marquee is still intact, and the browsing is always better here.
Afternoon: Design, Espresso & a Mini Shopping Spree at Sportsmen’s Lodge
Yes, The Shops at Sportsmen’s Lodge is technically a mall—but it’s Studio City’s most elevated new gathering space, and it’s worth the stop.
Civil Coffee – Espresso meets natural light and minimal design
Winston Pies – Hands-down one of LA’s best dessert stops
UOVO – Fresh pasta made daily in Bologna and flown in (yes, really)
Sugarfish – Clean lines, perfect cuts, no decisions required
Roberta’s – Brooklyn pizza with SoCal energy and a killer back patio
Cosette Wine Bar – Upstairs, charming, and easy to miss (but don’t)
Rolling Greens – A beautifully curated plant + home shop that makes you want to redo your whole living room
Equinox + Next Health – For the wellness-inclined
Whether you’re grazing, shopping, or just people-watching, it’s the perfect mid-afternoon recharge.
Evening: Dinner & a Low-Key Nightcap
Studio City doesn’t try too hard at night—and that’s exactly the point.
Firefly
A dreamy, tucked-away restaurant with a hidden entrance, fairy-lit patio, and just the right amount of buzz.
Sushi Katsu-ya
A local institution with spicy tuna crispy rice, fresh sashimi, and zero pretense. Celeb sightings common.
Black Market Liquor Bar
Dimly lit, cocktail-forward, and ideal for small plates and people-watching.
Laurel Tavern
If you want a solid burger, a side of fries, and a well-priced Manhattan, this is your spot. Plus, the patio is great for groups.
Mirabelle Wine Bar
Finish the day on a mellow note. Natural wines, candlelight, and a playlist that always nails the vibe (Studio City adjacent but we love it!)
If this sounds like your ideal Sunday, imagine living it every week. From hillside homes to walkable blocks near the market, I can help you find the Studio City spot that fits your life as well as your list.
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