Kid Stuff for Adults

by Cadien Clark - Citysearch Contributor - 3,348 Reviews - 58 Lists

Updated: March 27, 2009

Does acting like a grownup hold little to no appeal for you? Do you watch "Spongebob" by yourself to decompress? You're not alone. Even dame Diane von Furstenberg, designer extraordinaire, released a Wonder Woman-inspired comic book strip character named "Diva." L.A. is just the place for marveling at shiny things and indulging in childlike behavior. Yay!

Toys for Adult Girls and Boys

  1. 1 2 Star Rating: Below Average Diane von Furstenberg
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    8407 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069 (map)

    Design diva by day, Wonder Woman design diva by night: Any woman looking for a little lighthearted adventure to go along with racks of wrap dresses will love her DVF-as-superhero-inspired collection. The WeHo store is carrying the comic book, bags and notebooks throughout the holidays.

  2. 2 Tarina Tarantino
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    7957 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046 (map)

    Because children can't fork over between $65 and $975 bones for their favorite Kidrobot characters covered in Swarovksi crystals ... This Melrose shop's normally playful baubles are especially so since legendarily pink-haired Tarantino partnered with Kidrobot to create limited edition art toys like necklaces, bracelets, charms, wallet chains and rings. As if that weren't enough: She's also designed her own Barbie--think tiaras, satin dresses, fishnets and Jaguars for cruising Malibu in.

  3. 3 Derringer Cycles
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    7954 1/2 W Third St, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (map)

    Pee Wee's big adventure for big kids: You may have loved your shiny blue 10 speed, but these bikes could kick a Schwinn's stand any day of the week. Think super-cool colors, tricked-out accessories and eco-friendly motors.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended The Oinkster
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    2005 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041 (map)

    Slow-cooked fast food: Like Mickey Dee's without the ginormous clown face and food chemicals. Eagle Rock's tasty destination is definitely for adults: beer, wine, pork--but with a pleasingly retro flair and cupcakes for dessert. Eastside hipsters are really just big kids anyway.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Every Picture Tells A Story
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    1311 Montana Ave Ste C, Santa Monica, CA 90403 (map)

    If you could hop on the "Reading Rainbow" with Levar Burton whilst eating an afterschool snack, wouldn't you? The next best thing involves stopping by this amazing Montana Avenue bookstore where the wildly cool literary things are. Priceless prints, limited editions, gorgeous art and an inspiring dose of expertise from the engaging staff makes this any grownup's getaway.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Royal-T Cafe
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    8910 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 (map)

    Bright colors, a huge Murakami monster and tea! Cartoon-loving kids-cum-adult anime fans need a Japanese-inspired art cafe in which to hang. Enter Royal/T's, found in super-cool Culver City.

  7. 7 Gilbert Table Tennis Center
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    5870 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (map)

    Game on! L.A. just happens to have a world-class place to play some pong inside the Westside Jewish Community Center. Bonus: Keeping up this habit helps ensure that hand-eye coordination stays sharp as players age.

  8. 8 Scribble Press
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    1109 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403 (map)

    Crafty chronicling isn't just for those goopy hand prints and preschool-era poems. Coloring, scrapbooking, collaging and making art with your hands at this Westside Pavilion favorite is for everyone. Dried macaroni optional.