Bellflower Foodie Itinerary

• Day 1: The Nest - Start your trip with a visit to The Nest, a cozy restaurant featuring a farm-to-table menu. Don't miss the Fried Chicken Sandwich, a house specialty. Pair your meal with a craft cocktail or local beer.
• Day 2: The Milk Barn - Explore some of the best dairy treats in Bellflower at The Milk Barn. Their freshly made ice creams and sundaes are a sweet treat that you’ll enjoy. Bring some home to share with friends and family.
• Day 3: Downtown LA-Grand Central Market - Head downtown to Grand Central Market and experience some of the best street food in Los Angeles. Be sure to visit Eggslut for their famous bacon, egg and cheese sandwich.
• Day 4: The Green Olive - Take a trip to The Green Olive in nearby Downey for delicious Mediterranean food. With everything from shawarma to kebab plates, you won't leave hungry. The hummus and falafel are particularly recommended.
• Day 5: The Standing Room - Try The Standing Room for some of the best gourmet burgers in LA. Don't miss the Napoleon Burger, their signature creation. It's a stack of beef, bacon and cheese that's sure to fill you up.
• Day 6: Portuguese Bend Distilling - Visit Portuguese Bend Distilling in Long Beach for handcrafted cocktails and spirits. The tasting room offers a variety of drinks to choose from, including gin, vodka and whiskey.
• Day 7: El Rocoto - End your trip with a visit to El Rocoto for Peruvian cuisine. Order the Ají de Gallina or Lomo Saltado, both national favorites. If you have more room, don't miss their homemade empanadas.

Time and Cost Estimates

• The Nest (2 hours, $30)
• The Milk Barn (1 hour, $10)
• Grand Central Market (3 hours, $40)
• The Green Olive (2 hours, $25)
• The Standing Room (1.5 hours, $20)
• Portuguese Bend Distilling (2 hours, $35)
• El Rocoto (1.5 hours, $30)
Total Estimated Costs: $190

Transportation

While Bellflower is primarily a driving location, many of the destinations on the itinerary are accessible via public transportation. Be sure to check schedules in advance and consider ride-sharing if necessary. Total travel costs for the week are estimated at approximately $50 for gas or $100 for ride-sharing.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider a visit to Disneyland or Universal Studios. For a shorter trip, skip The Green Olive in Downey and combine the visit to Grand Central Market with a walk through Downtown LA.

Airports

The closest airport to Bellflower is the Long Beach Airport (LGB), about 8 miles away. LAX is about 23 miles away, and John Wayne Airport (SNA) is about 24 miles away.