DiningVerde Paradiso
8336 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles
Restaurant concept planned for 8336 Melrose Ave, with commercial remodel permits on file.
Photo: Paul Smith, East Melrose
Neighborhood Pulse: Improving
See all 14 neighborhood ratings & market data →32 new spots opened vs. 2 closed over the past 12 months. New spots are steadily filling prior empty storefronts along these blocks.
Storefront Tracker · East Melrose
What’s Opening, Closing & Next on East Melrose
Verified ground-floor storefront openings, coming-soon spots, and recent closings tracked in this neighborhood.
Dining
FashionLos Angeles Apparel
8175 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles
Opened Oct 24, 2026. Dov Charney's made-in-LA basics brand at 8175 Melrose Ave (Mon–Thu & Sun 10 AM–8 PM, Fri–Sat 10 AM–9 PM).
FashionFred Segal by Aritzia
8100 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles
Aritzia acquired Fred Segal (Feb 2026) and leased the 29,000 sq ft original flagship; restoration planned over several years; no opening date announced.
↺ Previously ▾
Previously: Fred Segal Original Flagship (8100 Melrose Ave) — iconic 29,000-sq-ft Los Angeles retail landmark founded in 1961.
CoffeeKAFE 001
8282 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles
Opened Oct 3, 2026. First location of the 'brew & collab' specialty coffee and creative space concept on East Melrose.
StorefrontArtbox
8250 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles
Opened Oct 2026. Korean stationery, plush, and lifestyle gift retailer at 8250 Melrose Ave.
FashionFoot Locker (Melrose)
7726 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles
Sneaker and athletic footwear store at 7726 Melrose Ave closed in summer 2026.
BakeryCookies Melrose
8360 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles
Flagship dispensary storefront at 8360 Melrose Ave near Orlando closed in spring 2026.
FashionShoe Palace — Nine Three Flagship
7725 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles
Opened Mar 2026. The sneaker retailer's premium 'Nine Three' flagship concept at 7725 Melrose Ave.
Editor’s Picks · Local Favorites · Trending
Neighborhood Favorites in East Melrose
The five standout spots in each category in East Melrose, verified Oct 2026.
Coffee & Matcha
- 1Community GoodsEditor's pick710 N Edinburgh Ave, Los Angeles (just around the corner off Melrose)The original landmark and flagship location of the cult Beverly Grove café and bodega, where morning lines for matcha and coffee can sometimes stretch around the corner. Pro tip: the Community Goods team also runs the coffee bar inside Architecture, the bookstore at 8010 Melrose.
- 2Olive & James Cafe TeaEditor's pick7473 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesSpecialty tea-and-coffee café on Melrose known for its handcrafted teas, espresso, and amazing cheesecake.
- 3Humanist Coffee + Matcha + ToastEditor's pick7353 Melrose Ave, Unit B, Los AngelesHand-whisked matcha specialist with strong 2026 reviews.
- 4Sweet Lady JaneLocal favorite8360 Melrose Ave, West HollywoodThe beloved LA cake bakery (home of the Triple Berry) with café service from 8am and late hours nightly.
- 5Carrera CafeEditor's pick8251 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesA charming European-style café known for its latte art, Italian subs and a secret egg sandwich; open 8–6 daily.
Restaurants
- 1Carlitos GardelEditor's pick7963 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesFamily-run Argentine steakhouse since 1996, with tango piano on weekend nights.
- 2ArchitectureEditor's pick8010 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesHidden gem offering delicious salads, sandwiches and excellent pancakes.
- 3Masa SushiEditor's pick7959 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesPremium sushi sets and omakase-style boxes, known for beautifully packed takeout.
- 4The BenjaminTrending7174 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesArt Deco dining room and bar with a big outdoor patio.
- 5Blu Jam CaféLocal favorite7371 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesMelrose's brunch institution since 2006; famous crunchy French toast.
Shops
- 1Los Angeles ApparelEditor's pick8175 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesDov Charney's made-in-LA basics brand, with a new Melrose store.
- 2Paul SmithLocal favorite8221 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesThe pink-wall flagship (since 2005), refreshed in 2023 — Melrose's most-photographed storefront.
- 3Double RLLocal favorite8150 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesRalph Lauren's heritage denim/workwear and vintage store.
- 4ReformationLocal favorite8000 Melrose Ave, Los AngelesHometown sustainable-fashion brand's Melrose store (Ref Melrose Vintage also at 8253 Melrose).
- 5Luke's LAEditor's pick8012½ Melrose Ave, Los AngelesLuke Fracher's high-end men's vintage, designer and resale store (opened Aug 2024), an LA outpost of the Lower East Side favorite.
Neighborhood Map & Public Records
Storefront Map & Filing Breakdown
Interactive map of Neighborhood Favorites, recent openings, and coming-soon locations in East Melrose.
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