Ease into town with a relaxed morning walk and coffee-head to Blue Bottle Coffee (Bunker Hill) for pour-overs and pastries, then wander the nearby historic streets around Olvera Street to soak in the character of Downtown LA. Return to Miyako Hotel for an early check-in window refresher (drop bags if needed), freshen up, and coordinate arrival times with the group so evening meetups flow smoothly.
After dropping bags and settling into Miyako Hotel, grab a late-afternoon bite at Pike Restaurant in nearby Little Tokyo for casual Japanese comfort food and a cold beer to shake off travel. Stroll through the artsy alleys around MOCA Grand Avenue and pop into the nearby Walt Disney Concert Hall courtyard for photos and people-watching before regrouping to coordinate evening arrival times and dinner logistics.
As guests finish checking in at Miyako Hotel, kick off the night with cocktails and small plates at Perch LA, a rooftop bistro with skyline views-grab a corner table for sunset photos and a relaxed regroup before dinner. Later, head to Seven Grand for whiskey flights and a lively bar atmosphere where the crew can toast Eddie, then wind down at The Varnish for a classic craft cocktail in an intimate speakeasy setting to round out a smooth, late-night welcome to LA.
Wake up slowly and grab bright, single-origin coffee and a savory pastry at Café Dulce (Little Tokyo branch) before heading to Grand Park for a relaxed stroll and skyline views that bridge your Downtown arrival day to the Koreatown evening. Pop into The Broad's adjacent plaza for a quick photo op and then hit Daikokuya Ramen's neighborhood cafés (not the main lunch spot already planned) for a light mid-morning bite-leaving energy for the KBBQ feast later while keeping the group together and on a smooth timeline toward check-in and evening plans.
Spend the afternoon easing into Koreatown with a leisurely sandwich and boba pit-stop at Cafe Dulce (Koreatown) before exploring the neighborhood's bustling strip-browse vinyl and vintage finds at Domain Records and check out snacks and novelty goods inside H Mart for late-night munchies. Head to Line Hotel's Openaire or the rooftop at The Redbury for pre-dinner drinks and skyline views, then regroup to head to your 6:15 PM KBBQ reservation with the crew.
After your 6:15 PM KBBQ, keep the energy high by heading to DGM Soju Bar for communal soju bombs and Korean bar snacks, then drift a few blocks to MUN for inventive cocktails and a vibey late-night scene where the group can linger over bottles and shareable plates. Wrap the night with an animated barcade session at EightyTwo for heavy arcade games and pinball, or split off to the cozy private rooms at The Line Hotel's rooftop for a quieter wind-down and skyline photos with Eddie.
Start the day with an optional shakeout run along the scenic LA River bike path-meet at Japanese American National Museum at 7:00 AM to warm up, then loop a few miles for easy conversation and skyline views. After the run, refuel with excellent pour-overs and pastries at Verve Coffee Roasters (Little Tokyo), then wander the neighborhood's side streets to browse indie shops and stop by Japanese Village Plaza for mochi and matcha before lunch plans.
After wandering Little Tokyo, head to Maru Coffee for iced lattes and pastries, then make your way to Daikokuya for the 11:00 AM lunch reservation or grab a quick snack at Fugetsu-Do if you want to postpone ramen. Post-lunch, relax with a few hours of luxe recovery at Spa Hyu (arrive for the 2:00 PM walk-in window if possible) enjoying their hot pools and sauna circuit, then return to Miyako Hotel to shower and change before your Bavel reservation-perfect timing to freshen up and regroup for an evening out.
After freshening up at Miyako Hotel, head to Bavel for your 8:00 PM reservation-arrive a bit early to savor their mezze-style starters and house-made flatbreads at the chef's counter. Post-dinner, keep the night lively with craft cocktails and a DJ set at The Ace Hotel Rooftop for skyline views, or grab late-night pours and a relaxed lounge vibe at The Edison for a cinematic, high-energy cap to the evening.
For those running or cheering at the LA Marathon, warm up with a meetup at Grand Park near the start to stretch, drop warm layers, and grab last-minute coffees from the Food Trucks at Pershing Square before heading to your respective spectator spots along the course. If you're skipping the race, enjoy a relaxed morning wander through Chinatown's Woon Hung Bakery for fresh pastries and then catch street performers and market stalls at China Town Central Plaza, meeting back at Clarington Park in time to greet the finishers and celebrate with the group.
If the marathon finishers need downtime, regroup for a low-key recovery session at Grand Central Market - sample fresh juices at Café Dulce stalls and grab a cold-press while others nap or swap race stories. For a relaxed stroll and photo op, wander the nearby Arts District to browse vintage finds at The Row DTLA and enjoy craft beers and small plates at Angel City Brewery, then head back to Miyako Hotel to shower and pack before any afternoon departures.
After the marathon celebrations, wind down with a relaxed evening crawl through Eagle Rock - grab craft beers and shared plates at Five Stars Market and stroll the neighborhood's mural-lined streets for low-key photos. For a final group dinner that balances comfort and celebration, reserve a table at Little Beast for seasonal, family-style dishes and a convivial tasting menu; afterwards, finish with late-night cocktails and poolside vibes at The Langham to toast Eddie and the weekend.