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Guelaguetza
Guelaguetza is a Oaxacan spot in Koreatown that’s one of the best Mexican restaurants in Los Angeles.
Din Tai Fung
Din Tai Fung is the stuff of legends—a dumpling empire with a location in the Westfield Century City mall.
The Best Classic Diners In Los Angeles
When you need coffee, hash browns, and the comfort of a worn-in booth.
Fred 62
Fred 62 in Los Feliz might be a drunk diner favorite, but it can hit the spot any time of the day.
Aleppo’s Kitchen
Aleppo’s Kitchen is a fantastic Syrian restaurant in Anaheim with a big patio ideal for groups.
Anaheim Packing House
Anaheim Packing House is a massive food and entertainment hall in downtown Anaheim and a great night out for all ages.
Cortina’s Italian Market & Pizzeria
Cortina’s is a long-standing Italian deli and market in Anaheim with fantastic cold-cut sandwiches and pizza.
The Cheese Store Of Beverly Hills
The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills is a 50-something-year-old fromagerie that makes some of LA's best sandwiches.
Tony's On The Pier
Tony's On The Pier is a kitschy old-school restaurant on the Redondo Pier with decent food, spectacular beach views, and budget-priced Mai Tais that come in a souvenir glass you can keep.
Nick’s Laguna Beach
Nick’s Laguna Beach is a casual American restaurant in Laguna, and one of the most crowd-pleasing places to eat you’ll find.
Factor's Famous Deli
Factor's Deli in Pico-Robertson is an all-out classic where the only thing better than the corned beef is the people watching.
Captain's Anchorage
Captain's Anchorage is a dark, moody steakhouse in Big Bear from the 1940s. It also may or may not be haunted. Order the prime rib.
Art's Delicatessen & Restaurant
Art's Deli is a Studio City institution and great place for a proper pastrami sandwich and potato salad.
The Copper Room
The Copper Room is a revitalized Old Hollywood classic in Yucca Valley and a must-stop for anyone visiting Joshua Tree.
Damon's Steakhouse
Damon's is a classic steakhouse/tiki bar in Glendale and a great place to go if you're in need of some escapism.
Marouch
Marouch is an iconic Armenian-Lebanese restaurant in East Hollywood that does amazing things with mezze.