Recs from a long-time Angeleno and life-long foodie
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Best pizza in LA! It's tiny so make a reservation. You can thank me later.
Pizzeria Sei
Get the Trust Me and join their bday club. Best bday perk in the biz.
SUGARFISH – Simply Great Sushi
Amazing tapas in a gorgeous garden patio. I can't speak to the other locations but I love the 3rd street one
Bacari Restaurants
An LA institution. Come for the flaming margs, stay for the mariachi band and you might see a celeb or 2
El Compadre Restaurant of Hollywood
Bestia speaks for itself. It’s right there in the name. The prices belie the casual setting but it’s worth it for the modern Italian nom noms.
Bestia
LA has some of the best Thai food in the country and this modest spot in the heart of Thai town is way up there
Ruen Pair
Amazing smoothies and healthy snacks at this mainstay juice bar/vitamin shop
Earthbar
Cozy neighborhood sushi spot with high quality sushi and friendly vibe
Murakami Sushi
The sandwiches here are legendary. You have to try the Godmother but everything is delicious. Great market as well
Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery
Happy hour here is on point. The birria and fish tacos are amazing. And they have frozen margs!
Alma
What can I say? This iconic old school Hollywood steak house is a must. After over a 100 years they must be doing something right.
Musso & Frank Grill
Upscale sushi on the Sunset Strip. Treat yo self
Katana LA
I always say I never met a dumpling I didn't like but these are very good in their own right. And so many different kinds!
Bao Dim Sum House
They’re not lying. They do one thing and they do it very well. The shrimp taco is also delish
Best Fish Taco in Ensenada
Their specialty is stewed meats. Get the mini taco combo platter so you can try a bunch of different ones
Guisados
LA also does kbbq very well. If you want a more upscale setting, this is the spot
Genwa Korean BBQ Mid Wilshire - Yelp
Adorable fast casual cafe and upscale grocery. So fun to have lunch outside and people watch
Joan's on Third | Joans on Third
I’m a carnivore and I get their vegan ramen. That’s how good it is
Tatsu Ramen: Home - Los Angeles
Pro tip: get the pho with their glass noodles instead. Great texture and they don't break down on a re-heat
Le Pho WeHo
All hail the Triple Berry!
Sweet Lady Jane - LA's Most Popular Bakery
Funky, hip small cafe chain that's been steadily growing for several years now
Alfred Coffee
New upscale Mediterranean spot in a buzzy location. Everything we had was excellent
Carmel Restaurant | Melrose
THE vegan standard. Anyone can appreciate the menu here. I'm a meat-eater and I thought it was quite tasty
Crossroads Kitchen - Melrose
Their Stout burger is one of my all-time faves. Great fries and oh my onion rings!
Stout Burgers & Beers
The hand roll sister to Sugarfish. Several LA locations. They only do hand rolls and sashimi and I could seriously eat there every day
Downtown Los Angeles – KazuNori: The Original Hand Roll Bar
Don't get me started... get the double double combo and google the "secret menu" options if you want the full experience. My fave is the mustard grilled patty.
