The Atlas Obscura Guide To West Hollywood

8 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in West Hollywood, California

Updated February 13, 2026

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Unusual Attractions in West Hollywood

The Rainbow Bar & Grill exterior.

West Hollywood, California

Rainbow Bar & Grill

An Italian restaurant became a rock-and-roll hangout and the lair of the "Hollywood vampires."

West Hollywood, California

Formosa Cafe

Located close to a movie studio lot, this restaurant has a long history of star-studded patronage.

The unmistakable hot dog-shaped wiener stand.

West Hollywood, California

Tail O’ the Pup

This L.A. fixture has been serving hot dogs out of a giant hot dog since 1946.

Inside a former garage is a dusty recreation of a production office.

West Hollywood, California

Back Lot

Peek inside Howard Hughes' garage at this Hollywood-themed art installation.

Redd Foxx Walk Of Fame

West Hollywood, California

Redd Foxx Walk Of Fame

An informal walk of fame in front of a Hollywood office building remembers a comedic great and his associates.

The original owner opened up in the Bay Area in 1920, but came to this location in 1927.

West Hollywood, California

Barney’s Beanery

A legendary West Hollywood bar where celebrities shoot pool with the locals.

West Hollywood, California

Soviet Veterans Memorial

The only World War II memorial in the United States dedicated to veterans of the former Soviet Union.

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Cool Places to Eat & Drink in West Hollywood

The Rainbow Bar & Grill exterior.

West Hollywood, California

Rainbow Bar & Grill

An Italian restaurant became a rock-and-roll hangout and the lair of the "Hollywood vampires."

West Hollywood, California

Formosa Cafe

Located close to a movie studio lot, this restaurant has a long history of star-studded patronage.

The unmistakable hot dog-shaped wiener stand.

West Hollywood, California

Tail O’ the Pup

This L.A. fixture has been serving hot dogs out of a giant hot dog since 1946.

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