A Guide to Westfield Century City: Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment

Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles, Westfield Century City is a vibrant modern shopping, dining and entertainment mall. The venue offers a blend of high-end and popular retail stores, world-class dining, and top-notch entertainment, all within a sleek, modern open air design. Whether you’re exploring trendy shops, savoring gourmet foods, or indulging in beauty and entertainment experiences, Westfield Century City promises a day of discovery. Let’s explore some of the mall’s unique highlights, including specialized shops like Lip Lab, the AMC movie complex, culinary hotspots such as Bake Cheese Tart, Laderach, and Eataly’s La Pizza & La Pasta, and seasonal events you won’t want to miss.

Lip Lab: Personalized Beauty Experiences

Lip Lab is a one-of-a-kind experience at Westfield Century City where beauty meets customization. Here you don’t just purchase lip products—you create them. Lip Lab offers the opportunity to work with professional “Color Experts” to design a custom lipstick shade that perfectly complements your style and skin tone. In addition to color matching, you can choose your preferred finish including matte, satin, or sheer and choose a scent for your unique lipstick. Additionally, you add your name or any title to the lipstick packaging and choose a unique font. For beauty enthusiasts looking for something truly bespoke, Lip Lab at Westfield Century City is a must-visit. It’s also perfect for a bridal shower or birthday celebration.

AMC Theatre: Elevating the Movie Experience

Westfield Century City is home to the AMC Century City 15, a modern movie theater that redefines the cinema experience. Featuring 15 screens with options for IMAX and Dolby Cinema, the complex also offers easy to use ticket purchasing machines making getting to the show hassle free. Their Express Pick-Up food service is the perfect way to relax after a day of shopping. You can order your favorite movie treats online and then pick them up when you arrive at the movie complex. Whether you’re a film buff or just looking for a casual night out, the AMC complex at Westfield is an ideal stop for entertainment seekers.

Bake Cheese Tart: Japanese Dessert Delight

Bake Cheese Tart makes melt-in-your-mouth Japanese cheese tarts. Originally from Japan, the bakery specializes in rich, creamy tarts with a golden, crispy crust. The signature cheese tart features a blend of three cheeses, offering a balance of sweetness and umami that’s delicious and light. Baked fresh daily, these tarts are best enjoyed warm, and visitors can grab one to go or enjoy it in-store. For those who appreciate unique, high-quality sweets, Bake Cheese Tart is a must visit and perfect for foodies on your holiday gift list.

Laderach Chocolatier Suisse: A Taste of Swiss Perfection

Laderach brings the world-renowned Swiss chocolate experience to Westfield Century City, offering a variety of exquisite sweets perfect for chocolate lovers. Known for their artisanal chocolate crafted with the highest quality ingredients, Laderach’s selection ranges from classic milk and dark chocolate bars to their signature FrischSchoggi, which is fresh chocolate bark available in a variety of flavors. Our favorite was the dark chocolate with blackberry. Seasonal options are available, making it a great spot for holiday gifts. They also have unique advent Christmas calendars now available, as well as chocolate teddy bears, snowmen and a wide assortment of festive chocolate boxes.

La Pizza & La Pasta at Eataly: Authentic Italian Dining

Eataly at Westfield Century City is a sprawling Italian marketplace filled with gourmet foods, culinary products, and several restaurants. For cozy winter dinners, La Pizza & La Pasta is perfect with their authentic Neapolitan pizzas and traditional Italian pasta dishes. Chefs use imported ingredients to create classic pizzas, from Margherita to seasonal specials, while the pasta menu features hand-made dishes like spaghetti alla carbonara and pesto genovese. La Pizza & La Pasta offers an immersive Italian dining experience that transports guests straight to Italy.

Seasonal Events: Thanksgiving and Christmas at Westfield Century City

Westfield Century City transforms into a festive wonderland during the holiday season, with special events and activities for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

For Thanksgiving, Westfield hosts a variety of special promotions, pre-holiday sales, and restaurant offerings, making it a great place to pick up last-minute essentials or enjoy a meal with a friend, a date or the whole family. Many restaurants offer seasonal Thanksgiving menus, and the mall itself becomes a hub of festive décor, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

As Christmas approaches, the mall’s decorations include twinkling lights, beautifully decorated Christmas trees, and festive window displays among the many shops. Westfield hosts a series of holiday events, from tree lighting ceremonies to live holiday music performances and Santa meet-and-greets, making it a perfect spot for family photos, social media posting and holiday memories. Gift wrapping services, pop-up shops, and exclusive holiday discounts make it an ideal time for shoppers looking to complete their Christmas lists. Be sure to check out the Westfield app or website for up-to-date information on holiday events and special hours.