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There are Metro stations in nearby communities, such as Culver City, above, and Sawtelle.

(Christina House / Los Angeles Times)

May 11, 2018 11:39 AM PT

Sawtelle Boulevard is no longer considered part of a shrunken West L.A. — it’s just west of its border.

(Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times)

The homey restaurant opened more than 70 years ago on West Pico.

(Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)