Between the 2 Freeway and Fletcher Avenue in Silverlake is a stretch of Glendale Boulevard that we love, boasting a variety of cool bars, stores and eateries. Though there are plenty of Priuses about, it remains one of the most walkable—while still not entirely spendy—areas in Silverlake.
Local Positioning: Silverlake at Glendale Blvd.
A guide to eating, shopping and stretching on the Eastside
By Sarah Ardalani
Special to MetromixJuly 23, 2008
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Silverlake Wine
2395 Glendale Blvd. - Los Angeles323-662-9024
If you ever wanted to know anything about wine, but were too selfconscious to ask, Silverlake Wine is the ideal place to get schooled. The staff is always friendly, and the store offers high-quality vino from around the world, as well as microbrew beer and sake. On Mondays at 5 p.m., the store holds its Blue Monday tasting, during which you can sip three different wines and nibble on some cheese for just $12.
Gingergrass
2396 Glendale Blvd. - Los Angeles323-644-1600
Dishing out some of the best Vietnamese food around, Gingergrass is the spot for fresh and tasty Asian cuisine. From the fresh summer rolls to the pork sandwiches, each entree not only tastes great, but won’t leave you in a food coma—or empty your wallet. Delectable beverages include the fresh ginger limeade and the basil-lime elixir.
Rockaway Records
2395 Glendale Blvd. - Los Angeles323-664-3232
Brothers Gary and Wayne Johnson began swapping records in 1979 and in time became serious enough vendors that they started Rockaway Records. They moved to their current 5,000-square-foot space in 1992. In addition to vinyl, the store also offers posters, music memorabilia and awards. Music lovers throughout the city swear by this joint.
Still Yoga
2395 Glendale Blvd. - Los Angeles323-906-8960
Eastsiders searching for calm and relaxation head to Still Yoga, with its simple bamboo floor, for classes in stretching and meditation. This ecoconscious yoga studio features all green products, including natural rubber mats and environmentally friendly yoga props. $250 will get you 25 classes, but if want to take just one, itll cost you 16 bamboo buckaroos.
Panty Raid
2378 1/2 Glendale Blvd. - Los Angeles323-668-1888
Looking to purchase lingerie for a special night, but don’t have time to head to the local mall? Panty Raid sells a wide collection of underwear, including brands Splendid, Cosabella and Felina. Even better, the store carries a range of sizes in tops as well as bottoms. (There’s even maternity wear!) Bringing a kid or your boyfriend to the store? No problem. Panty Raid has a PlayStation set up for your tagalong so you can shop leisurely.
Red Lion Tavern
2366 Glendale Blvd. - Los Angeles323-662-5337
This quaint German-themed bar is cozy and super Spaß. Serving signature German dishes such as bratwurst and a large variety of homeland beers on tap, the tavern always draws the merry crowd. On soccer game days, catch bar patrons in the beer garden upstairs watching the match and screaming at the TV. Always a riot.
