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leaving la, so go eat here for me please
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items i'm moving out of LA and after almost 5 years here, I am recommending my fave eating spots i've come across (mostly west side, sorry!). these probably won't all be on your common LA restaurant list.
my go to for meeting friends or clients for a quick afternoon coffee or catchup!
Highly Likely: West Adams
a great omakase sushi spot in the middle of culver. sushi is fresh and tasty. great alternative to sugarfish if you are looking for something different. my boyfriend and i went on our first date here :)
UZUMAKI SUSHI | Culver City, Los Angeles
my local sugarfish. always fresh sushi. the warm rice just hitssss. also others in the la/nyc area
SUGARFISH - Marina del Rey
from the people at sugarfish, but hand rolls only!! they make the hand rolls in front of you, one at a time, and everything is so fresh and rice is warm. ugh it is so good! it is small and counter only seating. line can get long so go on off hours. i...
Kazu Nori
it's such a typical LA vibe on rose ave in venice. i haven't been in a minute but it was always a go to when in the area. great food, great margs. great spot to go out to with friends. if you get the menu with the burrito (i think it may only be lunc...
Chulita - Botanas y Mezcales
want a filling tex mex breakfast taco, this is your spot. also a few across the city. get their hibiscus limeaid and pecos taco
HomeState
fave takeout thai spot. restaurant is also very cute.
Celadon Thai Kitchen
the famous formosa cafe. an LA icon since the 40s. heard it's haunted. has decent chinese! great fun cocktails and getting a booth is a fun experience
The Formosa Cafe
best korean street food and such a fun vibe. feels like you're in a dive bar in korea!! just know this is NOT KBBQ!
Dansungsa
ok if you want that REAL thai food, go here! it is famous, it is in an inconspicuous spot, it always always has a line, so get there early.
Jitlada Southern Thai Cuisine
sushi train! i know these are nationwide, but this one was my LA go to. always meet my friends here when we want a fun casual simple meal
Kura Sushi Los Angeles - Sawtelle | Fresh Sushi & Authentic Japanese Cuisine
BREAD PUDDING!! and other fab desserts to get. filipino owner so you can get a lot of ube goodies and halo halo! i was always a fan of their vegan cheesecake (they change the menu every week!)
B Sweet | Dessert Bar | Beverages | Los Angeles
dip noodle ramen! so good. go on a cool night, but know you will have to wait!
Visit Tsujita Artisan Noodle on Sawtelle - Best Ramen in Los Angeles and Authentic Tokyo Flavors
theres a 95% chance you'll see a celebrity if you go here. can't say which one but someone will show up. decent food, but the vibe is pure LA
Tower Bar & Restaurant | Art Deco Dining | Sunset Tower Hotel
delicious margs, delicious food. vegan and in weho so a solid spot to go to in the area
Best Vegan Mexican Food in Los Angeles | Gracias Madre
this is originally from bushwick brooklyn and made their way to the west coast. (go to the og if you can!!) being from NYC, i am very picky about pizza and this is probably one of the only spots I would go to in LA that is a proper restaurant. LA is ...
Roberta's Pizza
great pizza, no alterations or substitutions. a bit pricey. more expensive to order online and pick up by a lot so you will have to wait to get your pie.
Apollonias
closest to NYC pizza in the city! owner is from the bronx, so it's legit. great for take out.
Esco's New York Style Pizza - Mid-City, Los Angeles, CA
my fave italian restuarant in LA!
Ospi | Finest Italian Food in CA.
such a fun spot to go with friends. a great date night spot too. great martinis.
Laurel Grill