Social Influencer Justin Roberts’ Haute Secret Guide To Los Angeles

YouTuber and social influencer Justin Roberts may be a teenager, but don’t let this fool you. The social media sensation is a far beyond what his age would suggest. His social media savvy and business acumen have led him to garnering a loyal following (in the millions on Instagram) that continues to grow, traveling the world and rubbing shoulders with the most well-known celebrities in the world, including Russell Westbrook and Drake, pictured below. And now, he has one of the hottest songs on the planet, “Six Figures” featuring Mini Jake Paul, which has gone viral; it’s on its way to 5 million views on YouTube has reached the coveted viral list on Spotify. Here, Roberts shares with us his insider guide to Los Angeles. So next time you’re in the City of Angels, be sure to check out his favorite hot spots. And don’t forget to check out his song on YouTube (link/video at the end of this article).

Name: Justin Roberts

Where were you born: Jupiter, Florida 

How long have you been in Los Angeles: 7 years 

Neighborhood: Beverly Hills 

Occupation: Social media star

Favorite restaurant: Madeo in Beverly Hills

Best sushi: NOBU

Best Italian: Madeo

Best new restaurant: Catch LA

Best hidden gem: Nate ‘n’ Al’s

Best healthy eating spot: Kreation 

Best vegetarian/vegan/vegan-friendly restaurant: Crossroads

Best late-night dining restaurant: Carney’s

Best waterfront dining: NOBU Malibu

Best dessert: Mochi ice cream

Best cocktails: Fiji water

Best happy hour: My room 

Best wine list: I drink water

Best place for a romantic date: A walk

Best nightclub: I don’t go to nightclubs

Best Sunday brunch: Saddle Peak Lodge in Calabasas

Best place for a power business meeting: My office 

Best rooftop (pool/restaurant): Peninsula, Beverly Hills

Best hotel for out of town guests: Beverly Hills Hotel 

Favorite shopping venue/boutique: Gucci

Favorite place to buy jewelry/watches: Peter Marco

Best spa: Montage

Favorite charity event: St Jude’s Cancer Research

Favorite cultural event: Rose Bowl parade

Favorite cultural institution: The Broad

Best steakhouse: Wolfgang’s

Best pizza: Joe’s in Santa Monica

Best lunch: Sushi

Best gym/athletic facility: My apartment

Best massage: Peninsula in Beverly Hills

Best museum/exhibit: The Getty 

Best weekend getaway/staycation: Channel Islands

Describe your city in three words: Fun, energetic, crowded

Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: Griffith Observatory

All-around favorite spot in Los Angeles: Malibu

Best aspect of Los Angeles: Mountain and ocean views

All photos courtesy of Justin Roberts.