Entourage Movie Hotspots From La La Land

Entourage Movie Hotspots From La La Land

As LA is the setting for HBO’s hit TV-show-turned-movie, Entourage, it’s time to pay homage to the renaissance which has put the city firmly back on the 21st century A-list.

“In Los Angeles, everyone is a star,” said Denzel Washington.
But throughout the 20th century, the leading role was played by the
city itself – a playground for celebrities and the infamous setting
for countless big-screen hits.

Come the start of the millennium however, LA was starting to
lose its cool. Once iconic destinations such as the Beverly Hills
Hotel were in serious need of the appearance-enhancing facelifts so
popular amongst their guests. But the wait for Hollywood’s
rejuvenating injection of life was never going to take long. After
all, this is the country where the food of choice is fast.

As LA is the the setting for HBO’s hit TV-show-turned-movie,
Entourage, it’s time to pay homage to the renaissance which has put
the city firmly back on the 21st century A-list. West Hollywood, home to an abundance of shops, cafés,
bars and nightclubs is the stomping-ground of Vince, Drama, Turtle,
Eric and lest we forget, the ruthless power agent Ari God…I mean
Gold, sorry. If these names mean nothing to you, well, that begs
the question, where on earth have you been hiding?

The Entourage guide to LA will have you sipping cocktails on
rooftop bars along Venice Beach, joining the crowds at the
Hollywood Bowl and taking in the road to beautiful Santa Barbara.
The following hotspots all feature in the Entourage movie and offer
what can only be called the most iconic round-up of diversions and
distractions in the City of Angels. If it’s good enough for Ari,
it’s too good for us.

THE
MONTAGE BEVERLY HILLS
225 N Canon Dr., Beverly Hills, CA
90210

As a consistent setting throughout eight seasons of Entourage,
it should come as no surprise to see The Montage Hotel as a key
player in the big-screen action. It’s in the lobby of this classic
Hollywood glamour pad that Vince meets the son of the Texas oil
tycoon who holds his future in his hands. While we can’t guarantee
such a celebrity meeting, it’s certainly the sort of luxurious LA
spot that puts you in with a good chance. Enjoy the rooftop pool by
day and world-class theatre at the close-by Wallis Annenberg Centre
by night.

CARNEY
TRAIN
8351 Sunset Blvd, LA, CA 90069

As the name suggests, this train is strictly for meat-lovers.
This institution has been serving hamburgers and hot dogs out of a
bright yellow vintage railcar since 1975. Vince and the gang are
spotted walking past this iconic establishment on Sunset Strip, the
equally renowned section of Sunset Boulevard. Fear not – it doesn’t
have to be sunset, and you don’t need a gang to get on this
carnivorous band-wagon, just make sure you do

CASTILLO DEL LAGO Mulholland Drive, Hollywood Hills

Entourage is not a competition, but if it was, we think
dark-horse Turtle would have won. Having developed a million-dollar
tequila business, in the movie he emerges from his former spot in
Vince’s shadow and turns into a bit of a rockstar. It’s fitting
then that his nine-bedroom chateau, Castillo del Lago, was formerly
owned by the original queen of pop Madonna.

LA BREA TAR
PITS
5801 Wilshire Blvd, LA, CA 90036

More National Geographic than HBO, this popular tourist
destination is the world’s most famous Ice Age excavation site. No
surprise that Johnny Drama and Turtle park their equally awesome
but distinctly new convertible in front of La Bea. Paired with a
visit to the nearby LACMA and Armand Hammer Museum of Art, fuelled
by some food truck grub nearby, it’s a great day out for you and
your entourage.

RODEO DRIVE Beverly Hills, CA 90210

“Where do I go for the clothes? Good stuff?” we hear you ask.
Actually, maybe that was Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, but
nonetheless, its a need-to-know answer… “Rodeo Drive, baby”. Think
the Champs-Elysées but bigger and better (it’s America, what did
you expect?) Two miles of luxurious brands like Dolce, Gucci and
Louis V… this is where you can get the Entourage look, and where
Ari Gold is spotted on an important phone call.

HOLLYWOOD SIGN + BEVERLY HILLS SIGN

These signs need no introduction. But we’re feeling generous so
here’s one anyway. Flashing through the opening credits as a
constant reminder of where the film is set, these signs are two of
the most iconic images of LA. Either join a tour or embrace the
steep and rickety route up Mulholland Drive, passing the mansions
of the rich and famous en route.

LITTLE NEXT DOOR CAFÉ 8142 W 3rd St, LA, CA 90048

Literally next door to its sister restaurant the Little Door,
this French Brasserie features in the movie and provides a quaint
and charming European dining experience to escape the big and bold
sights of West Hollywood. Serving all the French bistro classics –
from escargot to moules – matched with an extensive wine list, the
range of choice will leave your head spinning and mouth watering.
Don’t even get us started on the in-house patisserie with its
homemade macaroons, breads and cakes.

WEST HOLLYWOOD

What do the world-famous music venues of House of Blues and
Whisky A Go Go, Soho House, the all-organic Urth Cafe and weirdly
wonderful Abbey nightclub have in common? Aside from the fact they
should be top of anyone’s hit-list for where to go, they’re all in
West Hollywood. Peruse the countless vintage shops and eclectic
boutiques in this buzzing neighbourhood – you’ll soon see it’s
famous for good reason.

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