Although it could be considered a supercentenarian — Los Angeles Athletic Club (LAAC) was founded in 1880, which makes it 145 years old — LAAC shows no signs of slowing down. As DTLA revitalizes, so does the iconic Beaux-Arts building on W. Seventh Street and its programming, community-building events and fitness.
On a recent tour with Director of Marketing Ricky Sanchez, each space was viewed and described, from the Invention bar, which acts as the club’s social hub, to the newer Famous Players café and restaurant, which offers breakfast, brunch and lunch, and will serve dinner starting in September. This is the first time the space has operated as a restaurant in 20 years.
“The two biggest sources of new members are people looking to co-work and work out,” said Sanchez.
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Jessica Koslow 