Photo Credit: Charley Gallay/Getty Images for David Yurman
Justin Turner is an expert on Los Angeles. Not only has Turner been playing third base for the MLB’s Los Angeles Dodgers since 2014, but he’s actually born and raised in Long Beach, Calif.—a short drive away from La La Land. We caught up with Turner late last month just after he hosted an exclusive shopping event at David Yurman Beverly Hills benefiting his Justin Turner Baseball ProCamp in the Los Angeles area. Withour further ado, here are Turner’s homeruns for the best places to eat, sleep and play (more than ball) in the City of Angels.
Where were you born: Long Beach, California
How long in LA: 6 Years
Neighborhood: The Valley
Occupation: Third baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers
Favorite Restaurant: The Palm
Best Sushi: Sushi Dan
Best Italian: Miceli’s
Best dessert: Menchie’s
Best place for a romantic date: Friday night fireworks at the Dodger game
Best Sunday brunch: Toast Bakery Café
Best place for a power business meeting: The Dream Center
If you have out of town guests, which hotel would you recommend? JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE
Favorite shopping venue/boutique: David Yurman
Favorite place to buy jewelry/watches: David Yurman
Best Spa: Four Seasons
Favorite Charity Event: Justin Turner Golf Classic
Favorite Cultural Event: LA Food and Wine Festival
Favorite Cultural Institution: Getty Museum
Best Steakhouse: Mastros
Best Pizza: Masa
Best Lunch: Urth Caffé
Best Gym/Athletic Facility: Dodger Stadium
Best Massage: Four Seasons Westlake
Best Limousine/Driving Service: Jackson Limo
Best Museum/Exhibit: Golden Kingdoms: Luxury & Legacy in the Ancient Americas exhibit – previously at the Getty, currently at the Met Museum in New York
Describe your city in three words: Sunny. Busy. Loyal.
Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: Dodger Stadium
All-around favorite spot in Los Angeles: Runyon Canyon
Best Aspect of Los Angeles: Home.
