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.
The Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel
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
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