8 Restaurants To Take Your Parents To During Family Weekend At USC
With parent’s weekend just around the corner we know you can’t wait to sport your parents on the row, and show them around USC campus. The most amazing part about going to USC is the fact that we are located amongst the most lavish dining spots in the world. And let’s be real… having our parents here, calls for free meals for a full weekend!! With this exciting weekend coming soon, we are here to help your parents weekend not only be packed with a whole lot of partying, but also a whole lot of full, well fed stomachs. Here are a few of the many must-go-to restaurants to take your parents to during family weekend at USC!
1. Bacaro
Bacaro is one of USC student’s favorite go-to spots for dinner or brunch! With just $20 you can get bottomless drinks until you can’t possibly drink the last pitcher of sangria. Bacaro is the perfect restaurant to bring your parents before Saturday’s game day to enjoy small sharing plates and all you can drink mimosas. Just make sure to make a reservation now, because trust us…they sell out.
2. Bottega Loui
Bottega Loui is another amazing spot for brunch or dinner! This half bakery-half restaurant will leave you wanting more and more. From mouth watering French toast, to home fried hash eggs benedict the brunch at Bottega Loui is out of this world. Don’t worry though, because if you can’t make it for brunch you can enjoy amazing family style pizzas for the whole table to share for dinner.
3. Shutters
Though this restaurant is not located in downtown LA, it is without a doubt worth the drive to Santa Monica. Located in the Shutter Hotel in Santa Monica this restaurant is by far worth every second in traffic. Yes, there might be a long wait but that’s okay since shutters is located on the Santa Monica pier and right on the beach where you can find an overwhelming amount of activities to keep you and your family busy before brunch. And once brunch is over and your stomachs are fuller than ever, enjoy a nice walk to Venice.
4. Urth Café
Urth café is not only so LA but the food is reasonable, high quality, and made with love. With the freshest selections of pastries, salads, eggs and more, Urth will definitely win your families heart. Scattered throughout LA Urth is known for its infamous lattes, matcha teas, and boba. This place is not only a delicious meal but an experience. And not to mention… a celebrity magnet.
5. Toast
Located on 3rd street, Toast is the best brunch/lunch spot to go with your family! Located not too far from the Hollywood Hike, this restaurant is a perfect post family hike spot during family weekend at USC. Not only are you guaranteed an amazing meal, but this prime location will keep you busy till the sun goes down.
6. Katsuya
The one and only Katsuya is home to the freshest sushi in LA. This family style lounge is hip, fun and filled with the who’s who of LA. From the second you walk in, the service is divine. The waiters recommend the best dishes, and then bring everything out within seconds. Spicy tuna crispy rice, baked crab hand rolls and the miso glazed cod are a few of the mouth watering dishes you must try!
7. IN-N-OUT
If you didn’t go to In-N-Out during your visit to LA, did you really come? This is self explanatory people! Go to In-N-Out, there is no excuse! It’s perfect for a last minute lunch or dinner with your parents during family weekend at USC. And if you really don’t have time, there is even one located right in front of LAX, so get it to go… ANIMAL STYLE DUH!
8. Bigg Chill
Yes In-N-Out is a must go to restaurant in LA but, If you didn’t got to Bigg Chill during your visit to LA, again, did you really come? What better way to satisfy your sweet tooth after a long weekend then with a large swirl topped with the infamous vegan cookie dough and USC colored sprinkles. Make sure to bring your cash, because this gold mine will get you good! Trust us, you will never be the same.
