The Downtown Day-To-Night Date

Peep Some Art
Strolling through a gallery sharing your thoughts on art is a fun way to dig deep. Let your imagination run wild at MOCA, with its latest display: The Painting Factory, Abstraction After Warhol (open through August 20).
MOCA, 250 South Grand Avenue (Near West Third Street); 213-626-6222.

Share Small Plates At A Local Fave
Baco Mercat has been tops on our list of downtown restos lately. Order a Gin-Pop!, which is mixed with soda made right behind their groovy bar. As far as eats, it's fun to be adventurous and go out on a limb with your order (Pulled Confit Goose Leg, anyone?). There's nothing like interesting food and a few yummy drinks to spark lively convo.
Baco Mercat, 408 South Main Street (Near 4th Street); 213-687-8808.

Catch A Caffeine Buzz
Remember what Patti Stanger said about the two-drink rule? Well, if you broke it, here's your chance to reverse the tipsy factor, ha! Sober up after those stiff drinks with Handsome Coffee's bold brews (it's bustling at all hours of the night).
Handsome Coffee, 582 Mateo Street (At Willow Street); 213-621-4194.

Photos: Via MOCA, Baco Mercat, Handsome Coffee; Art: Julie Mehretu, Black City 2007, Courtesy of the artist and Marian Goodman Gallery, New York