Melrose Avenue rose to fame in the 1980s as an underground cultural hub. Though some of that sartorial punk attitude has since settled in nearby Fairfax Village—for now—Melrose is still an essential destination for vintage stores and, increasingly, brand-name fashion imports as well as inventive restaurants and outdoor patios.
Though the street stretches from Silver Lake to the Beverly Hills border, when we refer to Melrose we tend to think of a cluster of shops, restaurants and galleries between Highland Avenue and La Cienega Boulevard. The colorful storefronts and vintage shops are mostly to the east; head in the opposite direction and the street transitions into concept stores, brand-name flagships and design showrooms as you reach the West Hollywood border. You'll want to explore both ends, though, for the full experience. To help you out, we've rounded up our favorite restaurants, bars, shops and more in our guide to the heart of Melrose Avenue.
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