Swingers Diner to Open in Silver Lake
The classic Los Angeles institution begins takeout service in the former All Day Baby space starting October 20.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Dining Out
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The beloved Los Angeles diner Swingers is expanding to Silver Lake with a new location that opens for takeout on October 20. The restaurant takes over the space formerly occupied by the short-lived burger spot Heavy Handed.
Why it matters
The expansion comes in response to frequent requests from loyal diners who have relocated to the Eastside. The new location aims to bring the signature atmosphere and menu of the 1993 original to the neighborhood.
The new Silver Lake site will offer takeout service daily from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m. Following a planned dining room debut in December, operating hours will expand to 8 a.m. to 3 a.m.
The players
Swingers
A long-standing Los Angeles diner that first opened on Beverly Boulevard in 1993.
Stephanie Wilson
The owner who acquired Swingers in November 2020.
Jonathan Whitener
A late chef who will be honored with a dedicated menu item at the new restaurant.
The details
The new restaurant features a design reminiscent of the original location with plaid booths, mosaic tiles, and wood-paneled walls. While the current menu replicates the Beverly Boulevard offerings, the team is developing local specials, including a dedicated dish for the late chef Jonathan Whitener.
Timeline
October 20, 2026: Takeout service begins in Silver Lake.
December 2026: Scheduled opening date for the full-service dining room.
Culture Shift
This opening mirrors a broader trend of legacy Los Angeles eateries expanding into trending Eastside neighborhoods to maintain relevance. It highlights how established brands leverage existing brand equity to adapt to shifting residential demographics.
Residents in the area can access the classic menu via takeout starting October 20 during the late-night hours. By December, the transition to full dining room service will provide a new breakfast-to-late-night option in the neighborhood.
The takeaway
The move demonstrates that local institutions can successfully bridge the gap between historic Beverly Boulevard charm and modern Eastside dining preferences. Readers should note that full service is not yet available, so it is best to plan for takeout until the December dining room opening.
What happens next
The Silver Lake location will expand its operations to include dine-in service in the dining room starting in December 2026.
Further reading
For more on the local food scene, browse the Los Angeles Dining Out section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Eater LA.
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