Los Angeles by Emelia Hartford takes first place among the gourmets

Looking at Emelia Hartford, you might assume the 5’6″ beauty spends her days basking in the Los Angeles sun. But for more than a decade, Hartford has been defying convention with her skills as a leading automotive content creator. With her on-screen skills – she has over 3 million followers across her platforms – Hartford made the leap to the big screen with a starring role in last summer’s blockbuster hit, Gran Turismo. But beyond the screen and the track, Hartford uses her platforms for good. As the founder of clothing brand Return to Life, Hartford not only raises awareness for mental health, but also donates a percentage of proceeds to nonprofits Alive and Well Foundation and Project Healthy Minds. Below, you’ll find Hartford’s top picks for restaurants, lounges, and living in Los Angeles.

Asanebo

My favorite sushi place! The food is amazing and the staff treats you like family.

Broad Street Oyster

I’m semi-obsessed with uni. I named my dog ​​Uni and this is my favorite place for a Sunday cruise in Malibu. They have fresh uni and lobster rolls.

boa

My regular steakhouse. Their steak is amazing and the staff is great.

Marmot Castle

My favorite hotel in LA – a must for elegant old Hollywood ambience.

Park BBQ

This place is legendary and is The Place if you are looking for top notch Korean BBQ!

Little Three

I’m French and I love French cuisine. This place is amazing every time.

Roma Market

I love the classic Italian sandwich – very traditional with simple Italian cold cuts.

The apple pan

Undoubtedly the best cake in town, and of course you have to order it with extra ice cream! This place will take you back in time.

Nozawa Bar

Another great sushi place in Beverly Hills.

Craig’s

The ultimate place for dinner.

The Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel

For hanging and for the McCarthy salad!

Bel-Air Hotel

Great quiet place to meet and the pool is great.

Vibrato Jazz Bar and Alamo Draft House Theater

Two places I like to go for fun.

Directory:

Broad Street Oyster
317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013

BOA Steakhouse
9200 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Roma Market
918 N Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104

The apple pan
10801 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064

Craig’s
8826 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Polo Lounge
9641 Sunset Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Vibrato Jazz Bar
2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Downtown Los Angeles
700 W 7th St Ste. U240, Los Angeles, CA 90017

Hero image: Jonny Marlow / Emelia Hartford