The Best Places in LA to Spot a Celebrity

Images Source: LA Times Celebrity spotting is as old a hobby as fame is: it goes back beyond ancient Rome when gladiators had celebrity fame...

Images Source: LA Times

Celebrity spotting is as old a hobby as fame is: it goes back beyond ancient Rome when gladiators had celebrity fame and is a large part of how people interact with anyone with notoriety.  

Some go celebrity spotting because they simply want to be able to say they saw someone famous in person while in LA, while others enjoy the idea of possibly connecting and befriending a celebrity.

Either way, it’s a fun excuse to make your way around LA besides just looking at Los Angeles homes for sale.

Runyon Canyon

Runyon Canyon is one of the most popular hiking locations in the city.  If you want to catch a celebrity while getting some fresh air, consider this trek!  Celebs like Amanda Seyfried, Natalie Portman, and Channing Tatum have been spotted working on their fitness here, along with countless others.

This is one of the best places to meet celebrities, because they’re often in motion and having fun, and you can enjoy having the chance to say you went on a hike or run with someone like Natalie Portman!  Just make sure to pack water, and some snacks, so you don’t run yourself ragged while looking for a famous face!

Musso and Frank Grill

At 6667 Hollywood Boulevard, the Musso and Frank Grill is a fantastic restaurant that's been in operation for over a hundred years.  Thanks to famous diners like Keith Richards and Quentin Tarantino, this restaurant's large red booths are ingrained into popular culture.  Making a splash in multiple films, it's possibly best known as the location where portions of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood were filmed, and it is a great space to catch a celebrity hiding out under a ball cap and sunglasses to get some delicious food. 

Beauty and Essex

A newer trendy location, Beauty and Essex, is a recreation of an NYC location of the same name.  This glamorous bar and lounge restaurant has hosted famous folks ranging from Beyonce to Paris Hilton and is no stranger to celebrities.  This is a great space to catch a casual glimpse into the lifestyles of the rich and famous and catch them simply enjoying a night out the same way you are.  The food and drinks here are good, but they can get pricey.  

What to Avoid Doing While Celeb Spotting

When you're celebrity spotting, it's important that you remember to be as respectful and mindful of the celebrities as possible.  You don't want to hound them or make them feel less than human. Instead, it's vital that you take the time to give them space.  If they're not currently seated and eating or deep in a conversation, feel free to approach them: but talk to them like you would any other person.  Be respectful, don’t take pictures without permission, and thank them for their time when you’re done.

Everyone Loves to Meet the Stars

We all want to meet our heroes eventually!  If you're in Los Angeles and aren't sure where to start: consider some of these awesome locations.