Timeline
09:00
Arrive at Last Chance Pond Park. The wetlands and fresh spring are quietest in the morning. Take a short walk along the edges to spot local birds on the northeast migration flyway.
09:30
Walk five minutes to Zara Cafe Grill for breakfast or brunch. The kitchen opens at 11:00 on weekdays, but on weekends it opens at 09:00, so this is a perfect time to go if you are visiting on a Saturday or Sunday.
10:00
Walk six minutes to MacArthur Park. It is a short, easy stroll from the cafe. Spend the final thirty minutes relaxing in the green space.
Local tip
Check the route if you are not starting from the anchor area. Zara Cafe Grill is open from 09:00 on weekends.
Check before you go
- Zara Cafe Grill opens at 09:00 on Sa and Su, but at 11:00 on Mo-Th.
- Cafe Bella Vita and Avocado Sushi open at 12:00 on weekdays, so they are too late for a 09:00 start.
Worth knowing
- Zara Cafe Grill is open at 09:30 only on Sa, Su
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