From Instagram-worthy coffee shops to 3D food labs, these Los Angeles innovations demonstrate that the City of Angels has much more to offer than its sunny weather and Hollywood stars.
When it comes to food, Los Angeles has a wonderfully diverse culinary scene that draws on a variety of global influences. Adventurous foodies are sure to love the over-the-top creations found at shops like Donut Friend and GD Bro Burger, while those who appreciate the classics will find plenty to enjoy at hidden gems such as République and Salt & Straw. There is even a growing craft beer community led by cutting-edge companies such as Arts District Brewing.
Beyond food and drinks, there are a number of other Los Angeles innovations that take visitors beyond the Hollywood gates. Design-savvy visitors are likely to find themselves uncovering beautiful artisan treasures at Poketo, while art-lovers will be happy to get lost among The Broad's contemporary art exhibits. There is even a hybrid arcade called Button Mash where adults can play their favorite childhood games while sipping delicious craft beers.
All of these spots are especially noteworthy for those looking to immerse themselves in some of the trends highlighted during Trend Hunter’s Los Angeles innovation conference.
Top 15 Los Angeles Innovations
From Fashion-Forward Coffee Shop to 3D Printing Culinary Labs:
Katherine Pendrill — Mar 6, 2017 — World
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Fashion-Forward Coffee Shops
Los Angeles' 'Alfred Coffee' Boasts Instagram-Friendly Decor
14
Vintage Californian Bistros
Los Angeles' 'République' Combines Hollywood Glamour with French Fare
13
DIY Donut Shops
Los Angeles' 'Donut Friend Lets Customers Design Their Own Donut Sandwich
12
Design-Driven Decor Shops
Los Angeles' 'Poketo' Promotes the Work of Independent Artists
11
Hybrid Arcade Bars
Los Angeles' 'Button Mash' is a Cross Between an Arcade and a Restaurant
10
Playful Californian Brewpubs
The Arts District Brewing Company Combines Craft Beer with Bar Games
9
Chef-Driven Ice Creameries
'Salt & Straw' Brings Artisanal Ice Cream to Los Angeles
8
Over-the-Top Burger Shops
California-Based 'GD Bro Burger' Serves Up Colorful Comfort Food
7
Restored 1920s Bowling Alleys
'Highland Park Bowl' is a Historically Accurate Recreation
6
3D Printing Culinary Labs
The 3DS Culinary Lab in La is an Office and Educational Hub
5
Mythical Crystal Manicures
Nail Swag's 'Tarot Nails' Service Involves a Tarot Card Reading
4
Mobile Plus-Size Boutiques
'The Plus Bus' Brings Plus-Size Clothing Directly to Consumers
3
VR Movie Theaters
The IMAX VR Center Recently Opened in Los Angeles
2
Clandestine Karaoke Bars
Los Angeles' 'Blind Dragon' is an Asian-Style Lounge with Private Karaoke
1
Complimentary Contemporary Galleries
The Broad Museum in Los Angeles will Open in September 2015
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Luxury Whisky Boutiques
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Restored Cafe Culture Retailers
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Playful Toy-Inspired Pop-Ups
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Food-Themed Sneakers
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Artful Japanese Brand Pop-Ups
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In-Person Gallery Experiences
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Luxury Menswear Apparel Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton's Soho Pop-Up Showcases the Fall/Winter 2025 Vision
Nature-Inspired Coffee Boutiques
Nespresso Opens a Retail Location in Yorkdale Shopping Centre
Tennis-Forward Pop-Ups
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Theatrical Cocktail Experiences
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Unique Concept Clothing Stores
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Sensory Supermarket Pop-Ups
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Fan-Created Menu Items
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Concept-Driven Retail Experiences
Artist Miya Ando X Saint Laurent Create an Immersive Exhibition
Versatile Beauty-Enthusiast-Approved Products
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Refined Culturally-Immersive Coffee Houses
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Japanese-Themed Bodega Meals
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Analog Creativity-Inspired Installations
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Distinctive Luxury Retail Spaces
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Faux Food Pop-Ups
MoMA Design Store Unveils an Immersive 'MoMA Mart' Pop-Up for NYC
Large-Scale Barista Competitions
Starbucks Hosted its 2025 Global Barista Champion in Las Vegas
New York Streetwear Collections
Gap and Awake NY Launch a 90s-Inspired NYC Culture Capsule
Multisensory Gourmand Pop-Ups
Lush's Café Gourmand Pop-Up Immerses Visitors in Cozy Scents
Experimental Beverage Pop-Ups
Nespresso's The Recipe Remix Shares Unusual Flavor Combos
Beer-Infused Dessert Pop-Ups
Lakewood Brewing Company Partners with Sweet Dol-Ings
Farming-Inspired Cocktail Menus
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Urban Landscape-Inspired Campaigns
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Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
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One-Night-Only Dining Events
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Kid-Designed Travel Itineraries
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Nature-Centered City Campaigns
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Mixtape-Inspired Cafe Drinks
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City-Inspired Airport Lounges
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Swedish-Style Kitchen Pop-Ups
IKEA House Warming Showcases Cooking & Eating Essentials
Anime-Themed Cafe Events
One Piece Cafe Expands to Los Angeles with a Location Opening in August
Next Generation Art Designs
Apple Designers of Tomorrow Presents New Talent at Design Miami Paris
Analog-Themed Camera Campaigns
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Bookable Kitchen Pop-Ups
KitchenAid Room To Host Elevates Holiday Hosting
AI-Boosted Filmmaker Hubs
Luma AI Has Established the 'Dream Lab LA' Creative Hub
Y2K Cafe Pop-Ups
Huda Beauty Promotes Its Strawberry Latte Collection with Retro Cafe Takeovers
Laid-Back Fan Experiences
The Buldak Couch Time Pop-Up Invites People to Slow Down and Hang Out
Health-Focused Interactive Pop-Ups
Ancient + Brave Ran the Live Bravely Pop-Up in California
Vertical Creative Hubs
PUMA Studio Los Angeles is a Multi-Purpose Brand Campus in West Hollywood
CPG-Focused Innovation Launchpads
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Kindness-Centered Kids Menus
The First-Ever La La Kids’ Menu Shares Sweet Treats & Collectibles
Foodie Charm Bracelets
Goodles Gave Expo West Attendees the Chance to Make Custom Charm Bracelets
Exhilarating Entertainment Venues
Netflix House Unveiled Features for Philadelphia and Dallas
Aussie-Style Hot Dog Trucks
Tourism Australia is Bringing a G'day Dogs Food Truck to NYC
In-Restaurant Café Concepts
The Live Más Café Serves Craveable Specialty Drinks
Luxe Parisian-Inspired Pop-Ups
The Longchamp x Constantin Riant Pop-Up is Uniquely Parisian
Perfume Café Experiences
The Elorea Café and Perfumery is a Refined Multisensory Retreat
Branded Retro-Inspired Wellness Houses
Lifeway Foods is Hosting a Special Pop-Up in Palm Springs
Reintroduced New York Boutiques
Longchamp Introduces its La Maison Unique in Manhattan
Mayo-Inspired Art Gallery Pop-Ups
Hellmann's Mayonnaise Collaborates with Kareem Rahma
Ranch-Inspired Pop-Up Restaurants
The Hidden Valley Ranch Tiny Restaurant is Coming to NYC
Nostalgic Charging Stations
The Tesla Diner Delivers Retro-Futuristic Dining and EV Charging
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Paris Running Pop-Ups
New Balance Paris Marathon Weekend Activates Run House Cultural Space
Local-Led Culinary Experiences
Intrepid Offers a Diverse Range of Food Tours for Curious Travelers
Future Car Innovation Solutions
LG Innotek Will Showcase Hardware and Ai‑based Software at CES
Italian Food Markets
The Italian Deli Co. Brings an Authentic Taste of Italy to Pasadena
Painterly Dining Experiences
7 Paintings - The Art of Dining Blends Art, Culture and Cuisine
Nostalgic Branded Pop-Up Events
AriZona Iced Tea Launches a New York City Pop-Up Event
Late-Night Manhattan Lounges
Starchild Rooftop Offers Panoramic Views and Classic Cocktails
Sneaker-Inspired Art Exhibitions
Roberto Lugo's 'Drip' Explores the Impact of the AF1 on Culture
Hybrid Gallery Shops
APOC London Boutique Doubles as Gallery for Designers and Artists
Globally Inspired Open-Face Bagels
Rise Bagels Incorporates Ssamjang Schmear, Kimchi Jjigae & More
Unique City-Based Culinary Tours
Tasty Tours Expands Its Lavish Culinary Tour Offerings in Toronto
Gallery Experiences Projects
Lumens Unveils an Experience Designer Residency in San Francisco
Food-Inspired Street Art
Knorr's Dish Pics Campaign Replaces Unwanted, Unsavory Images
Mexican Culinary Pop-Ups
Marriott Bonvoy x Pati Jinich will Festively Transform MI Café
Film-Inspired Graphic Apparel
The Dark Knight Collection Unveils Film-Themed Streetwear by YoungLA
Professional Grade Pickleball Courts
CityPickle Opens Flagship Location in Times Square
Cafe Discovery Apps
Coffee Map Helps Users Discover Local Coffee Shops And Specialty Cafes
Earthy Warm Ambiant Restaurants
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Sensory Museum Experiences
The Museum of Illusions Features Immersive Attractions
Gastronomic Coffee Experiences
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City-Inspired Footwear
Adidas Originals steps into Los Angeles with LA-themed Superstar II
Creative Office Campuses
Mother’s LA Headquarters Echoes the Surrounding Streetscape
Hospitality Drink Experiences
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Market-Inspired Pop-Ups
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Large-Scale Culinary Destinations
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Italian Coffee Partnerships
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City-Specific Cognac Bottle Designs
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Globally Inspired Pastries
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Experiential Travel Campaigns
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Las Vegas-Inspired Fashion Capsules
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Japanese-Influenced Beverage Menus
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Gourmet Chocolate Stores
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Customer-Driven Food Innovation Centers
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Futuristic Cultural Spaces
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Local Food Discoveries
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Home-Inspired Coffee Shops
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All-Inclusive Pop Culture Trips
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Latino-Inspired Rebranding Initiatives
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Global Product Launch Events
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Viral Pizza Bagels
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AI Creator-Centric Campaigns
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Mindful Cold Brew Rebrands
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Emerging Design Exhibitions
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Coffee-Focused Education Programs
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Fashionable Hospitality Aprons
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Flagship Lounge Spring Menus
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City-Focused Influencer Platforms
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Vibrant Multifunctional Nail Salons
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Immersive Iced Tea Tours
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Cultural Dining Discovery
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Industrial Food Hall Revivals
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Bagel-Forward Food Festivals
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BIPOC-Owned Korean-Parisian Restaurants
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Exposed Material-Inspired Cafés
Shell + Core Embodies the Tadao Ando Aesthetic for its Otaku Café
Immersive Brand Architecture
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Consumer Brand Launches
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Grass-Roots Golf Gatherings
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Modern-Aesthetic Californian Hotels
The AC Hotel Pasadena Features Dynamic Spaces
Expansive Month-Long Fashion Celebrations
Fashion Art Toronto Marks Its 20th Anniversary
Coffee-Powered University Partnerships
Lavazza Partners with NYU's Tisch School of the Arts
Digital Craft Platforms
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Cali Modernism-Inspired Outdoor Spaces
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Co-Branded Pilot Basketball Programs
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Australian Designer Pop-Ups
WeWearAustralian Opens its WeWearAustralian Soho Store
Mystery Ice Cream Shops
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Cultural Japa Pavilions
Japa Valley Tokyo Reimagines Napa Luxury Through Art and Sake
Creative Networking Tools
Designer Hikes Builds Community By Connecting Designers Outdoors
Narrow Modern Taco Restaurants
Polonsky & Friends Design the Santo Taco Restaurant in Soho
Complimentary Community Career Studios
Specialty Food Association Establishes a New Support Center
Oven-Inspired Techno Clubs
Clap Studio Designed the Oven Club in Valencia with a Meta Theme
Bakery-Backed Football Clubs
Paris Baguette is Supporting the Los Angeles Football Club
Coffee Discovery Apps
Where's the Beans Helps Users Find Local Coffee Shops Easily