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Food & Drink
Your guide to the best of L.A.’s food and drink scene
The 40 best restaurants in Los Angeles
L.A.'s home to one of the most exciting and diverse food scenes in the country—and here's just where to begin.
The best restaurants on the Westside
People who refuse to head east of the 405: This one's for you.
The 18 best bars in Los Angeles
The city's best bars for booze and plenty of worthwhile non-alcoholic options—updated on a quarterly basis.
The best new bars in Los Angeles to try right now
Our quarterly list of the city’s hottest new places to drink has you covered, non-alcoholic options and all.
Latest Food & Drink news
Silver Lake’s Café Tropical has reopened under new ownership
The long-running Cuban café, a treasured local hangout, came back on Saturday, March 16.
Michelin just added nine new L.A. restaurants to the 2024 guide
Some of the restaurants could go on to receive Bib Gourmand or star designations.
Head to this longtime Lebanese strip mall joint for kebabs and campy birthday fun
Delicious meze and affordable prices have made Marouch a beloved L.A. mainstay since 1982.
This Central American bakery in Mid-City is home to five must-try pan dulce
La Usuluteca’s delicious pastries invoke nostalgia for many within L.A.’s Salvadoran diaspora.
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This Koreatown newcomer distinguishes itself with huge dumplings, family-style stews and amazing cold noodles.
Si! Mon
For a steep price, this Panamanian seafood specialist in Venice offers date night vibes and excellent raw dishes.
Yum Sະlut
This Laotian pop-up in Chinatown is one of the few places in L.A. serving the funky, delicious Southeast Asian cuisine.
Sushi Sonagi
This newly opened South Bay sushi counter is serving one of L.A.’s most uniquely delicious omakases.
Master Ha
Delicious soy-marinated raw crab—plus live uni, rice bowls and beef soup—make for an excellent seafood dinner in K-town.
How to dine in L.A. this March
L.A.'s best cheap eats under $15
There's never a bad time to save a little bit of cash on dining out.
The best street food in Los Angeles
Some of L.A.'s best bites can be found on a sidewalk or in parking lots. Don't believe us? Read this guide.
The best hot pot restaurants in L.A.
Cozy up with the city's best shabu-shabu and other bubbling family-style soups.
The best pho in Los Angeles
This Vietnamese specialty is the perfect light soup for L.A.'s colder months.
Where to drink in L.A. right now
The best bars in Los Angeles
The absolute best of the best.
The best rooftop bars in L.A.
When you want the views to hit harder than the drinks themselves.
The best Irish pubs in Los Angeles
Come St. Patrick’s Day, you’ll find these L.A. dives plastered in shamrocks and plenty of Celtic green.
The best happy hour deals in Los Angeles
We've found the best food and drink deals—all at times you can actually make it to after work.
Where to eat in L.A.
The best burgers in Los Angeles
The best burgers in Los Angeles
Sometimes there's nothing better than a classic (whether it's made with meat or "meat").
The best pizza in Los Angeles
The best pizza in Los Angeles
L.A.'s pizza game has been on the up and up—and we've got the latest on the greatest spots all around town.
The best sandwich shops in Los Angeles
The best sandwich shops in Los Angeles
Whether your tastes run classic or contemporary, there’s a delicious sandwich out there for you.
The best fried chicken sandwiches in L.A.
The best fried chicken sandwiches in L.A.
Our love for fried chicken comes in sandwich form, too.
The best fried chicken in Los Angeles
The best fried chicken in Los Angeles
We visited dozens of places this year to bring you the city’s top spots for crispy wings, juicy tenders and more.
Best restaurants by neighborhood
Silver Lake
Silver Lake
This trendy L.A. neighborhood's dining scene is just as cool as it was ten years ago.
Culver City
Culver City
There's plenty to love in this quieter Westside neighborhood, both old and new alike.
Santa Monica
Santa Monica
Will there be traffic? Probably. Will it be hard to find parking? Unless you’re around Third Street, probably. But will the food be worth it? Yep.
San Fernando Valley
San Fernando Valley
Consider this your starter guide to the 818's sprawling dining scene.
Find great restaurants by dish
Burgers
Because meat (or "meat"), bread and cheese have just of as much of a place in the L.A. diet as green juice and kale salad.
Pho
This light, comforting Vietnamese noodle dish delights and nourishes in equal measure.
Because meat (or "meat"), bread and cheese have just of as much of a place in the L.A. diet as green juice and kale salad.
Burgers
Because meat (or "meat"), bread and cheese have just of as much of a place in the L.A. diet as green juice and kale salad.
Pho
This light, comforting Vietnamese noodle dish delights and nourishes in equal measure.
Pizza
Move over, East Coasters; L.A.'s pizza moment has finally arrived.
Korean BBQ
Because tabletop grilling is one of L.A.'s quintessential dining experiences.
Sandwiches
Whether your tastes run classic or contemporary, there’s a delicious sandwich for you in L.A.
Find great restaurants by cuisine
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