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Celebrity Picks: Zachary Quinto
From the archives: January 31, 2007
When he's not playing a telekinetic serial killer on TV's "Heroes" Zachary Quinto spends his time enjoying offbeat restaurants and bars in Los Angeles and New York. He blazes through a list of faves for Citysearch in both cities.
On this page: At Home: Los Angeles, On the Road.
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Pho-Siam Thai Spa
Read Reviews1525 Pizarro St, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (map)
"Forty bucks goes a long way towards repose at Pho Siam. After you've exhausted yourself running around town enjoying eats and drinks, you can relax and recharge with an hour long rubdown at this professional and serene Thai spa near Glendale and West Temple close to downtown L.A."
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The Mountain Bar
Read Reviews473 Gin Ling Way, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (map)
"Awash in reds and oranges, Mountain Bar is a tasteful little hole in the wall that is both comfortable and unpredictable. I tend to be one of the 15 or 20 people on a Tuesday or Wednesday night who enjoys the fact that a bar with such good music still manages to sustain a quiet conversation in the corner."
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Pace'
Read Reviews2100 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046 (map)
"Delicious food (even if slightly overpriced), good wine, indoor and outdoor eating areas, a back room for larger parties and a genuine canyon experience make Pace more than worth whatever extra effort may be required to find your way there. I love the salmon, among many other things."
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Parus Indian Vegetarian Rstrnt
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5140 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (map)
"Any eatery that requires buzzed entry is cool in my book. Really reasonable prices, hearty but not heavy vegetarian meals, vivid spices and vivid colors make Paru's a worthwhile experience."
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The Hollywood Sign Hike
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Mount Lee in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (map)
"Directly below the Hollywood sign, with soaring views of the Hollywood reservoir and Hollywood proper beyond, this secluded, peaceful, and quiet spot offers a most welcome reminder of the unique beauty of our city. One of those rare Los Angeles treasures that you will just have to find on your own, if you're meant to."
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Pete's Cafe & Bar
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400 S Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90013 (map)
"Pete's is a mixture of upscale bistro and neighborhood watering hole. A great spot to wash down your burger and fries with a nice cabernet. Dimly lit and evocative of an old-school train terminal, I have heard live music here, but not regularly."
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The Kitchen
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4348 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029 (map)
"Comfort food Silverlake style: rich, garlicky mashed potatoes; a delectable spinach salad with goat cheese and grapes; a dynamic turkey burger with provolone and guacamole. The Kitchen has a trendy-without-trying kind of come one, come all, come as you are vibe that makes it ideal for a first date or perfect for your parents."
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Il Capriccio on Vermont
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1757 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (map)
"Simple design and an open kitchen just next to the dining room really keep the focus on the food at this owner-operated trattoria. And the food is truly exquisite. You can pretty much close your eyes and point at the menu, and expect to be blown away by the culinary creativity."
On the Road
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'snice
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45 8th Ave, New York, NY 10014 (map)
"I adore the smoked tempeh wrap, covet the hummus sandwich and daydream about the sesame chicken wrap. And if you don't order a carrot cake muffin at the end of it all, then you must actually be insane... They make Magnolia Bakery cupcakes taste like balls of cardboard."
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Corner Bistro
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331 W 4th St, New York, NY 10014 (map)
"With dirt cheap beer and awesome burgers, this is a pretty bare bones establishment that is good for an authentic old New York tavern experience. If you ever need a meal on your way home from the bar, you can always count on reliable Corner Bistro."
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Cafe Mogador
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101 Saint Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009 (map)
"Cafe Mogador, just a few doors down, has a distinctly Moroccan feel with great breakfast and brunch selections. Hummus and eggs with a pot of hot Moroccan mint tea is a great way to start your day, and then you can roll on to Tompkins Square Park for a little romp at the dog park... if you have a dog."
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Otheroom
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143 Perry St, New York, NY 10014 (map)
"A great place to go with a small group of friends for some scintillating conversation, and a bottle of something really special. So dimly lit it takes some time for your eyes to adjust, but once they do you will enjoy the many flickering candles placed throughout."
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Yaffa Cafe
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97 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10003 (map)
"Yaffa Cafe is a 24-hour upscale diner with a wide variety of offerings and a wider variety of decorations, low ceilings, a lovely back patio and cool staff. Don't forget to ask for your complimentary Yaffa condom when settling your check."
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Cafe Orlin
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41 Saint Marks Pl, New York, NY 10003 (map)
"Cafe Orlin is classy and cozy with a Mediterranean menu and a French feel."