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Visit Sawtelle, My Favorite Place in LA
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items This is by no means a comprehensive list of all Sawtelle has to offer, however I have spent a LOT of time around here trying everything I can and have curated opinions on pretty much every single shop and restaurant. It never gets old guiding friends...
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Get the “dry style” noodles if you’re cool like that. Won’t be disappointed.
Killer Noodle Tsujita
Always a warm welcome when I come here, the staff are an absolute treasure. Get the spicy tuna crispy rice at happy hour, and the roll of the day. Try their fresh Uni, anything smoked trust me, and a hand roll. They also have miso soup, it’s not on t...
SUSHI ENYA SAWTELLE - Updated October 2025 - 374 Photos & 128 ...
Gelato. It’s delicious. I used to go to the one at Century City Mall and sneak a cup into the movie theater there, so I was delighted when this location opened up. Great patio, smells delightful when you walk by. I love their fruit flavors, peach is ...
Bacio di Latte | Sawtelle, LA
You must try a slice of this. The texture is a fluffy, spongey, creamy dream. If you want to impress someone, take them here. Or jf you really like them, buy a whole cake. They had a ridiculously good chestnut flavor during the holidays which I bough...
Lady M Cake Boutique - Sawtelle
Used to be called Mogu Mogu, just changed to the owner’s last name “Wada”. It’s a couple blocks away from the main shops on Sawtelle blvd, but well worth it. Their “dry” style noodles is called Mazemen for those unfamiliar, it’s a creamy style of noo...
WADAYA - Updated October 2025 - 1820 Photos & 959 Reviews
A delicious menu here, the burgers and fries are excellent. I’m ecstatic about any burger with an egg on it, plus add some spice in the patty? Chef’s kiss. Wasn’t a fan of the Thai tea milkshake, but someone with a big sweet tooth would. Plus a yummy...
Ban Ban Burger
My personal fav, their large menu, straightforward ordering process and customizable options always make for a hit with groups, or whatever mood you are in. My to-to recs are the grapefruit tea, lychee milk tea (if it’s available), and the vintage mi...
NOBLE TEA - Updated October 2025 - 427 Photos & 486 Reviews
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Giant Robot store AND Giant Robot 2 art gallery are a must if you are visiting the Sawtelle neighborhood. If you only have time for 1, go to the gallery if it is open and support the incredibly talented artists. Each month or so there is a newly cura...
Giant Robot Store
Wander through here during the day to admire the vivid flowers, decades-old bonsai, and a lush greenhouse. See handmade Egyptian pottery (there’s a section in the back) for your new plant to live in. A walk through here always leaves me feeling more ...
Yamaguchi Bonsai Nursery
A great place to drop in and find yourself a new favorite wine or beer with so many options to choose from. I’m a fan of their Zinfandels. Grab an extra bottle to have as a handy housewarming gift, or to entertain guests with at your next game night...
Blackbeard's Crafts