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Westside
Beverly Hills/Hollywood/Midtown
Santa Monica/Marina Del Rey/Malibu
Downtown
San Fernando Valley
San Gabriel Valley/Pasadena
South Bay
Inland Empire
2027 Sawtelle Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90025
310-479-2231
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Folks sometimes line up for Asahi Ramen, a wait justified by huge bowls of bargain-priced, flavorful Japanese soup noodles. More... |
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Helms Building
3280 Helms Ave.
Culver City,
CA 90034
310-838-7500
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A metro-centric offering mixes east and west in a classic building. More... |
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662 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90049
310-440-5544
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The place remains very much along the lines of a California café, though there are some traces of elegance. Expect pastas, grilled fish, meats and homemade desserts. More... |
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1751 Ensley Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90024
310-552-1080
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Simple, rustic dishes made with time and care. More... |
10925 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90064
310-234-8641
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A hip Japanese do-it-yourself approach to charcoal-grilled communal eating. More... |
10450 National Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90034
310-837-0252
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There’s almost always a wait for a table at Hu’s, because the food has made a name for itself. More... |
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Olympic Collection
11301 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. 102
Los Angeles,
CA 90064
310-478-7769
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Kiriko offers the highest quality traditional sushi, as well as intriguing dishes like uni risotto, rice-turtle soup and pan-fried monkfish salad. More... |
11611 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90025
310-312-2929
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Keeping it simple at this charming Vietnamese bistro. More... |
11927 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90025
310-444-7736
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Try the higaditos (shredded chicken with eggs and tomatoes) for breakfast and the mole negro for its intense sauce. More... |
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11628 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90025
310-207-5160
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A modern neighborhood Cali-bistro. More... |
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2006 Sawtelle Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90025
310-268-2212
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Hideo Yamashiro of South Pasadena's Shiro has opened up shop on the Westside focusing on small plates. More... |
Mitsuwa Marketplace Food Court
3760 S. Centinela Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90066
310-915-0442
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Flavorful, generous, bargain-priced Japanese soup noodles and other casual dishes in the food court of a Japanese supermarket. More... |
1043 Westwood Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90024
310-208-0444
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In a beautiful landmark building, Tanino Drago serves authentic regional Italian fare with contemporary touches. More... |
Barrington Gateway Center
11676 Gateway Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90064
310-477-1577
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Well-regarded seafood, grilled meats and all those moles, in a quietly understated setting. More... |
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8022 W. Third St.
Los Angeles,
CA 90048
323-653-6359
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A.O.C. features tapas-style dining and an extensive selection of wines by the glass, carafe and bottle. More... |
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7450 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90036
323-930-9744
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Stylish yet laid-back spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner (BLD), by the team behind Grace. More... |
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the Crescent
403 N. Crescent Dr.
Beverly Hills,
CA 90210
310-247-0505
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A hip gathering spot for cocktailing and noshing, boe also boasts an intriguing wine list and a moderately priced, creative menu. More... |
3266 W. Sixth St.
Los Angeles,
CA 90020
213-480-8668
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Beloved for its made-to-order, two-third-pounders featuring the freshest ingredients, Cassell's burgers are worth standing in line for. More... |
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615 N. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90036
323-939-1148
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Italian café serving an array of charcuterie, cheeses, wood-fired brick oven pizzas, meats and fresh pasta dishes. More... |
9749 S. Santa Monica Blvd.
Beverly Hills,
CA 90210
310-859-3884
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We could live on the bread alone. More... |
305 N. Virgil Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90004
323-663-1088
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This bare-bones setting is a good place to sample Peru’s cooking. More... |
2838 Rowena Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90039
323-666-2000
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American fare in a wood-warmed setting draws Silver Lake locals, groups and flirting twosomes. More... |
1850 N. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90027
323-667-0062
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This hip version of the classic American coffee shop, open 24/7, offers twists on all the traditional favorites, and is plenty of fun. More... |
Farmers Market, Stall 312
333 W. Third St.
Los Angeles,
CA 90036
323-933-0358
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Great Cajun/Creole food in the Farmers Market. More... |
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8385 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90048
323-653-0470
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Chef Hiroji's cuisine is full of surprises---unique specials of the day plus tempura, udon and sushi. More... |
8401 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood,
CA 90069
323-654-4088
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Hugo's looks like its roots as a chic butcher shop where Hollywood-heavyweights hang out---especially over breakfast. More... |
4348 Fountain Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90029
323-664-3663
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One of Silver Lake's best values, The Kitchen serves up flavorful comfort fare into the wee hours. More... |
Farmers Market
633 W. Third St., #510
Los Angeles,
CA 90036
323-936-3930
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A limited range of filling, authentic Korean barbecue choices at a modest stand in the original Farmers Market. More... |
5907 Franklin Ave.
Hollywood,
CA 90028
323-465-0807
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A genuine French neighborhood café featuring basic, comforting food in comfortably shabby surroundings. More... |
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945 N. Fairfax Ave.
West Hollywood,
CA 90046
323-654-5652
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Celeb hangout known more for its martinis than for its food, but the food is still pretty good. More... |
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8009 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90048
323-655-8895
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One of L.A.’s most authentic French bistros, with classic dishes like salade Lyonnaise, veal daube, steak frites and bouillabaisse. More... |
240 S. Beverly Dr.
Beverly Hills,
CA 90212
310-247-8100
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New York-style pizza, topped with everything from pepperoni and cheese to chicken Parmesan. More... |
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8279 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood,
CA 90046
323-822-3300
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A strikingly modern environment from its designer-owners is the backdrop for a menu of familiar American favorites laced with contemporary touches. More... |
5273 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90027
323-462-5073
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In addition to familiar Thai fare, you'll also find dishes like deep-fried trout in mango sauce. More... |
709 N. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90038
323-931-4223
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Pink's has been slinging ripe, bursting-with-flavor beef hot dogs into fresh buns for longer than almost anyone can remember. More... |
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424 N. Canon Dr.
Beverly Hills,
CA 90210
310-274-6534
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Warm atmosphere and accessible Italian cuisine draw a steady crowd for breakfast, lunch and dinner. More... |
414 N. La Cienega Blvd.
West Hollywood,
CA 90048
310-289-9910
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Out of the ordinary vegetarian fare on Restaurant Row. More... |
3189 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles,
CA 90006
213-387-0909
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Koreatown restaurant that serves spicy comfort food in traditional confines. More... |
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8454 Melrose Ave.
West Hollywood,
CA 90069
323-852-6888
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California food at reasonable prices in a handsomely transformed house on Melrose Avenue. More... |
3361 W. Eighth St.
Los Angeles,
CA 90005
213-382-8449
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An old-time favorite steakhouse with an up-to-date clientele. More... |
5065 W. Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood,
CA 90028
323-665-7845
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Part of a small, family-owned chain, this fast-food outlet clips the wings off its big corporate competitors. | |
