What’s the story, morning glory?
EAT
Brunch at Superba Snack Bar
What: After a successful summer start, Jason Neroni’s community-focused cafe makes room for everyone by extending its fall hours to include weekend lunch and brunch.
Why: Lighter on pasta than the dinner menu, midday options include ricotta Dutch pancakes, a mole meatball sandwich, and quinoa pilaf.
When: Lunch, Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; brunch, Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 533 Rose Ave., at Dimmick Ave., Venice (310-399-6400).
The Phoenix
What: The season’s go-to drinking den — from the team behind The Surly Goat — takes the form of a chic, rustic lodge.
Why: Go for the extensive beer list and creative cocktails; stick around for shuffleboard, darts, and pool.
When: Daily, 5 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 14 N. La Cienega Blvd., at Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills (310-289-5235).
SEE
Cinerama’s 60th Anniversary
What: Catch one of twelve classic Cinerama films, presented in authentic three-strip format or digitally remastered from original negatives.
Why: Only three theaters in the world can project How the West Was Won the way it was meant to be seen.
When: Fri.-Oct. 4.
Where: ArcLight Cinerama Dome, 6360 W. Sunset Blvd., b/t Ivar Ave. & Vine St., Hollywood (323-464-1478). Tickets ($14-$16) at arclightcinemas.com.
STROLL
Ice Cream Sundays on Rodeo Drive
What: Treat yourself to a Sunday fun day of posh shopping and dessert vendors. Get a free-ice cream voucher with proof of purchase at any store along the drag.
Why: Premium gelato purveyor Talenti is doling out samples of old favorites and new flavors like Alphonso Mango, a dairy-free sorbetto made from Indian mangos.
When: Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: N. Rodeo Dr., b/t Dayton Way & S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills (323-769-3600).
READ
West Hollywood Book Fair
What: Celebrate the printed word at WeHo’s annual gathering of authors and artists.
Why: Culinary demos, live poetry recitations, local bookstore exhibitors, and free writing workshops to unleash your inner Gillian Flynn.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: West Hollywood Library and West Hollywood Park, 625 N. San Vicente Blvd., b/t Santa Monica Blvd. & Melrose Ave. (310-659-5550). Admission is free.
SAVE
Fred Segal Santa Monica Fall Sale
What: Take 50 percent off designer apparel, housewares, shoes, and accessories from every collection under the Fred Segal sun (Emphatic, Bettina Duncan, Happiness, and more).
Why: Get dibs on discounted merch at the Thursday-evening presale (exclusive invite not required).
When: Thru Oct. 14. Presale, Thurs., 5-9 p.m. Regular hours, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Fred Segal Santa Monica, 500 Broadway, at Fifth St., Santa Monica (310-395-3099).
Photo: Ray Kachatorian / Courtesy of Superba Snack Bar








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