Curio Montana used to be a mixed-use industrial space, and Kelly’s gone to some lengths to retain that character, while sprucing the place up at the same time. As a result, we end up with a combination of folk art, distressed surfaces, and sleek appliances. It isn’t huge, but it’s easily big enough, particularly as you can use the patio outside (along with any other residents). Highland Park isn’t as well known as the most famous neighbourhoods in the city, but its laidback atmosphere has led to its becoming a cultural focal point of northeast LA.