Before the Date…
Getting “made”. An honor in the mafia so high that only a select few ever see an initiation. But tonight, tonight is your night to become part of the family. Much like the three parts of the oath, there will be three tests: eat as much pasta as possible, shoot as straight as an arrow, and drink as if you’re living 100 years ago.
So collect gather your nostra and make your way to the streets for the ultimate honor.
St0p #1: 7pm – 8:30pm
AUTHENTIC ITALIAN
What to Know
Chef Auriana won Factory Kitchen a Michelin Guide 2019 Bib Gourmand Award. To qualify you must have a high-quality dinner with two courses and a glass of wine for under $40.
This Italian eatery is tucked away on Factory Pl.. Find the red neon sign literally pointing to the entrance for the way in.
It will get busy. It seems early but the 6:45pm rez. guarantees a good spot before the rush.
There is a $20 corkage for your first two bottles of wine. You can pick up a good bottle a few blocks away at Silverlake Wine Arts District.
En route to the restroom take a moment to watch them hand made all the pasta. They’re precise, and incredible.
Don’t leave without ordering the Picagge.
St0p #2: 8:45pm – 9:45pm
TARGET PRACTICE
What to Know
*Please note: Guns are serious. Gun safety and reformed gun laws are at the forefront of our ethos, so is experiencing new things and seeing all that this city has to offer. This place will show you that they deserve everyone’s respect, even more so than some of the people here. Please go at your own risk. If guns scare you: DO NOT GO HERE.
This can be a confusing process. Step up to the counter and let them know it’s your first time. They will walk you through picking out your gun of choice and the ammo.
Alternative: If the ‘range isn’t your thing take the long road down to Jen Starks Chromatic Cascade then stop in to Officine Brera for a cocktail. Same owners as Factory Kitchen, keep it in da family eh?
St0p #3: 10pm – till lights out!
TASTING ADVENTURES
What to Know
Through mishaps, international battles, pure comedy and a constantly morphing vision the mad scientists of Lost Spirits have created something so special that Spirits Business Magazine, American Distilling Institute, and Drinks Business Magazine awarded them the Best Distillery Tour in the World.
The entrance to this distillery can be hard to find. Look for the door with the giant eyeballs moving on the Queen of Hearts. There is nothing else around so you’ll feel lost for a moment, refer to our map.
Connoisseur of the Streets Tip: When you arrive they’ll have water bottles. Definitely take your water bottle with you on the tour. The more you drink the more they serve you, so bottoms up!