Awan
Some of the best things in Los Angeles come out of a walk-up window, such as the fried chicken sandwich at The Win-dow, or any scoop of plant-based ice cream at Awan. An Australia native, Zen Ong was inspired by...
West Hollywood
Mizlala
If you’ve ever tried a pita at Miznon in Paris, New York or Tel Aviv, chances are you’ll love Mizlala. Both Mizlala locations are operated by chef/owner Danny Elmaleh: the West Adams one boasts a large patio with loud funky...
Ronan
Critics often say that a restaurant is the brainchild of so and so, but with Ronan, it’s actually the case: owned and helmed by chef Daniel Cutler and his wife Caitlin, this restaurant has grown with love and character —...
Tartine
Chances are, if you’ve ever been to San Francisco, you’ve been to Tartine. The small bakery started by Chad Robertson and Liz Prueitt has now spread its wings and flown across the world, with several spots in Seoul, the Bay...
Slab BBQ
Whichever the day of the week, it’s always a good time for a rewarding slab. Don’t be discouraged by the eventual queue in front of Slab BBQ: the slicers behind the stalls are oh so very quick, and the pop...
Marugame Udon
Marugame Udon feels like taking a trip to Japan for less than ten dollars. The cooks salute you in Japanese when you enter the door, the decoration is minimalistic, and so is the cafeteria-style service. Don’t be put off by...
Tsujita
It’s not often that it rains in Los Angeles but when it does just about everyone loses their minds. Just try taking a drive on the 405 and you’ll witness true pandemonium. Rather than braving the forces of nature and...
Fish Eight
It’s no secret that Jinpachi is one of our favorite neighborhood spots for a casual weekday dinner. Well its sister restaurant, Fish Eight, is here to make things even more casual — yet with excellent A-grade sushi. Chef Hirotaka Fujita...
Winston Pies
Winston Pies is the place to get your pie to-go, whether it’s a quick 4pm snack (when you’re cheating on your Whole30 plan) or a whole pie for dinner with friends. There’s always a rotating selection depending on the fruits...
Uncle Paulie’s
Uncle Paulie isn’t your ordinary uncle, but it is a very classic Italian-American deli. The co-owner (with Jon Buscemi) Paul James got the nickname Uncle Paulie when he was a kid in Queens, he’s only 34 and still has a...