The Fast and the Furious Filming Locations

Silver Lake is an Eastside neighborhood that fully embraces the hipster lifestyle. Funky blocks with street art are lined with artisanal coffee shops, vegan cafes and creative Asian eateries, as well as indie music venues, trendy bars and boutiques. The area also includes fine examples of modernist architecture and a namesake reservoir that’s ringed by a popular walking trail with a dog park and a grassy meadow.

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Undergoing revitalization, Westlake is a densely populated area centered on the historic MacArthur Park, with a lake and outdoor concerts. The iconic Westlake Theatre sign presides over discount stores and low-key Latin eateries, while hip galleries and bars have sprung up as artists move in. The Hayworth and Bootleg theaters show live acts, and Victorian homes line Bonnie Brae St., a former film-star enclave.

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