Best Dishes in Los Angeles
100 restaurants to explore
Restaurants in Los Angeles
100 restaurantsAnajak Thai
Thai·Sherman Oaks·$$$
A family-run Sherman Oaks institution reimagined as a modern Thai powerhouse.
Antico Nuovo
Italian·Larchmont·$$$
A refined tribute to the Italian countryside, focusing on wood-fired cooking and ancient techniques.
Ave 26 Tacos
Mexican·Little Tokyo·$
A legendary Little Tokyo destination for classic LA street tacos and incredible suadero.
Baroo
Korean·Arts District·$$$$
A fermentation-focused destination offering an incredibly unique and evolving Korean tasting menu.
Bavel
Middle Eastern·Arts District·$$$
A stunning Arts District destination celebrating the diverse flavors of the Middle East.
BCD Tofu House
Korean·Koreatown·$$
The 24-hour Koreatown legend that made silky Soon Tofu soup a global favorite.
Bestia
Italian·Arts District·$$$
A high-energy Arts District warehouse serving modern, multi-regional Italian soul food.
Bludso's BBQ
American·Mid-Wilshire·$$$
Authentic Texas-style 'low and slow' barbecue from James Beard Award-winning pitmaster Kevin Bludso.
Bob's Coffee & Doughnuts
Bakery·Mid-Wilshire·$
A historic Los Angeles Farmers Market institution famous for its oversized, fresh-baked apple fritters.
Botanica
Californian·Silver Lake·$$$
A beautiful, produce-forward Silver Lake destination celebrating the bounty of California's markets.
Burgers Never Say Die
American·Silver Lake·$$
The cult Silver Lake destination that perfected the thin, ultra-crispy smash burger.
Camphor
French·Arts District·$$$$
A Michelin-starred modern French bistro with a subtle but powerful sprinkle of Southeast Asian spices.
Canter's Deli
Jewish Deli·Fairfax·$$
A 24-hour Fairfax institution serving massive pastrami sandwiches and Jewish comfort food since 1931.
Cassia
Southeast Asian·Santa Monica·$$$
A grand Santa Monica brasserie blending Southeast Asian flavors with French technique.
Cento Pasta Bar
Italian·West Adams·$$$
A high-energy West Adams destination serving creative, technically perfect handmade pasta.
Chichen Itza
Mexican·South LA·$$
Authentic Yucatecan destination in Mercado La Paloma, famous for its cochinita pibil and traditional tamales.
Coni'Seafood
Mexican·Inglewood·$$
A legendary Inglewood destination for authentic Nayarit-style Mexican seafood and world-class grilled snook.
Courage Bagels
Bakery·Echo Park·$$
Viral Montreal-style 'burnt' bagels with creative seasonal toppings in Echo Park.
Dan Tana's
Italian·West Hollywood·$$$
A classic Italian-American red-sauce joint where Hollywood's elite rub elbows.
Daybird
Chinese·Silver Lake·$$
Chef Mei Lin's Szechuan-style hot chicken destination in Silver Lake, known for its incredible crunch and numbing heat.
Destroyer
Modern American·Culver City·$$
Chef Jordan Kahn's daytime creative destination, offering avant-garde, Scandinavian-inspired dishes in Culver City.
Dunsmoor
American·Eagle Rock·$$$
A celebration of American heritage cooking centered around two massive wood-fired ovens.
Eggslut
Breakfast·Downtown·$$
A global viral phenomenon that made the humble egg sandwich a gourmet destination in DTLA.
Father's Office
American·Santa Monica·$$
The pioneer of the 'gourmet burger' movement, famous for its strict no-substitutions policy and the legendary Office Burger.
Felix Trattoria
Italian·Venice·$$$
A temple to handmade pasta on Abbot Kinney, where the 'pasta lab' is the center of the action.
Fisherman's Outlet
Seafood·Downtown·$$
A historic Downtown seafood market and diner serving fresh, high-quality seafood since 1961.
Found Oyster
Seafood·East Hollywood·$$$
A bustling East Hollywood seafood bar blending New England traditions with West Coast freshness.
Ggiata
Italian Deli·Hollywood·$$
Authentic East Coast-style Italian deli sandwiches from a viral Los Angeles favorite.
Gjelina
Californian·Venice·$$$
The quintessential Venice restaurant serving produce-forward, locally-sourced Californian fare.
Guelaguetza
Oaxacan·Koreatown·$$
A James Beard Award-winning temple to Oaxacan mole and culture in the heart of Koreatown.
Guerilla Tacos
Mexican·Arts District·$$$
Chef Wes Avila's genre-bending Arts District destination that transformed the humble taco into 'Alta California' cuisine.
Guisados
Mexican·Boyle Heights·$$
A Boyle Heights destination famous for its slow-stewed homestyle tacos and incredible variety.
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
Soul Food·Arlington Heights·$$
The legendary Memphis-born fried chicken that conquered LA with its unique, spicy-savory crust.
Ham Ji Park
Korean·Koreatown·$$
A Koreatown favorite legendary for its perfectly charred pork spare ribs and hearty pork neck stew.
Holbox
Mexican·South LA·$$
A Michelin-starred Mexican seafood gem hidden inside a community food hall.
Holy Basil
Thai·Downtown·$$
Authentic, punchy Thai street food from a tiny DTLA takeout window that took the city by storm.
Howlin' Ray's
Nashville Hot Chicken·Chinatown·$$
The restaurant that launched the Nashville Hot Chicken craze in Los Angeles.
In-N-Out Burger Hollywood
American·Hollywood·$
The quintessential California burger chain's iconic Hollywood location, serving fresh, classic burgers and 'animal style' favorites.
Jitlada
Thai·Thai Town·$$
A legendary Southern Thai institution famous for its blistering heat and complex flavors.
Kato
Taiwanese·Arts District·$$$$
A Michelin-starred masterpiece of modern Taiwanese fine dining in the Arts District.
Kogi BBQ
Korean·Culver City·$
The pioneer of the Korean-Mexican fusion movement, famous for its short rib tacos and the 'Blackjack' quesadilla.
Kuya Lord
Filipino·Hollywood·$$
James Beard Award-winning Filipino soul food from Chef Lord Maynard Llera.
L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele Hollywood
Pizza·Hollywood·$$$
The first US location of the world-famous Naples pizzeria, serving authentic, oversized Neapolitan pies in a stunning courtyard.
Langer's Deli
Jewish Deli·Westlake·$$
Home to the world's best pastrami sandwich, served on legendary double-baked rye.
Lawry's The Prime Rib
American·Beverly Hills·$$$$
A legendary Beverly Hills destination for tableside-carved prime rib and the famous spinning bowl salad.
Layla Bagels
Bakery·Santa Monica·$$
Artisan sourdough bagels with creative, produce-forward toppings in Santa Monica.
Leo's Tacos Truck
Mexican·Mid-Wilshire·$
The definitive Los Angeles al pastor destination, famous for its mesmerizing trompo carving and incredible $2 tacos.
Luv2Eat Thai Bistro
Thai·Hollywood·$$
Authentic Southern Thai flavors and incredible crab curry in a casual Hollywood strip mall.
Majordomo
Korean·Chinatown·$$$$
David Chang's grand Arts District destination blending Korean-American soul with high-end technique.
Mariscos Jalisco
Mexican·Boyle Heights·$
The gold standard for shrimp tacos in Los Angeles, served from a legendary food truck.
Melisse
French·Santa Monica·$$$$
A two-Michelin-starred institution offering an intimate and highly technical multi-course exploration by Chef Josiah Citrin.
Milo & Olive
Pizza·Santa Monica·$$
A bustling Santa Monica neighborhood hub for wood-fired pizzas, handmade pastas, and excellent house-baked breads.
Mini Kabob
Armenian·Glendale·$$
A family-run Glendale landmark serving some of the city's most soulful Armenian-style kebabs.
Moo's Craft BBQ
American·Lincoln Heights·$$$
Texas-style 'craft' barbecue with a distinct California influence, famous for its incredible brisket and creative sausages.
Mother Wolf
Italian·Hollywood·$$$
Evan Funke's grand Roman temple in Hollywood, serving technically perfect pasta and wood-fired thin-crust pizza.
Musso & Frank Grill
American·Hollywood·$$$
The oldest restaurant in Hollywood and a legendary hangout for silver screen icons.
N/Naka
Japanese·Palms·$$$$
A world-renowned temple to modern kaiseki, offering a deeply personal multi-course exploration by Chef Niki Nakayama.
Night + Market Sahm
Thai·Silver Lake·$$
High-energy, authentic Thai street food and natural wine in a vibrant Silver Lake setting.
Nobu Malibu
Japanese·Malibu·$$$$
A world-famous destination for high-end Japanese-Peruvian fusion with stunning Pacific Ocean views.
Northern Thai Food Club
Thai·Thai Town·$$
A tiny, authentic destination for the bold and spicy flavors of Thailand's Chiang Rai province.
Otium
American·Downtown·$$$
A sophisticated Arts District destination adjacent to The Broad, serving inventive modern American cuisine.
Parks BBQ
Korean BBQ·Koreatown·$$$
Widely considered the best Korean BBQ in the United States, featuring prime and Wagyu beef.
Pasta | Bar
Italian·Encino·$$$$
A Michelin-starred 'chef's counter' experience in Encino focusing on creative, technical pasta dishes.
Perilla LA
Korean·Echo Park·$$
A refined Echo Park destination for authentic Korean banchan and traditional lunch sets.
Petit Trois
French·Hollywood·$$$
A classic French bar and brasserie from Chef Ludo Lefebvre, serving the best omelette and burger in the city.
Philippe The Original
Deli·Chinatown·$
The historic birthplace of the French Dip sandwich, serving LA since 1908.
Pine & Crane
Taiwanese·Silver Lake·$$
A bustling Silver Lake favorite serving authentic Taiwanese soul food and fresh seasonal vegetables.
Pink's Hot Dogs
American·Hollywood·$
The world-famous Hollywood hot dog stand that's been a celebrity and local favorite since 1939.
Pizzana
Pizza·West Hollywood·$$
Innovative 'Neo-Neapolitan' pizza with a unique 48-hour fermented crust.
Poltergeist
Modern American·Echo Park·$$$
Chef Diego Argoti's high-energy 'chaos cooking' destination inside the Button Mash barcade.
Providence
Seafood·Hollywood·$$$$
A three-Michelin-starred sustainable seafood destination, widely considered one of the best restaurants in the world.
Raffi's Place
Persian·Glendale·$$$
A beautiful Mediterranean courtyard in Glendale serving the city's finest Persian kebabs.
Republique
French·Mid-Wilshire·$$$
A grand French-inspired brasserie and bakery housed in a historic Charlie Chaplin-built cathedral of food.
Roma Market
Italian Deli·Pasadena·$$
A historic Pasadena Italian deli famous for its one-and-only 'The Sandwich'.
Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles
Soul Food·Hollywood·$$
The world-famous Los Angeles landmark that made the chicken and waffles combination an icon.
Rustic Canyon
Californian·Santa Monica·$$$$
A Michelin-starred Santa Monica destination celebrating hyper-seasonal, farmers market-driven Californian cuisine.
Saffy's
Middle Eastern·East Hollywood·$$$
A vibrant East Hollywood spot from the Bestia team, focusing on Middle Eastern kebabs and grilled delicacies.
Salt & Straw
Dessert·Larchmont·$$
Portland-born gourmet ice cream parlor famous for its incredibly creative, small-batch seasonal flavors.
Sari Sari Store
Filipino·Downtown·$$
Chef Margarita Manzke's vibrant Filipino concept in Grand Central Market, famous for its savory rice bowls and buko pie.
Si! Mon!!
Central American·Venice·$$$
Vibrant Central American cuisine with a deep Panamanian soul, located in the heart of Venice.
Sidecar Doughnuts
Bakery·Santa Monica·$$
Artisanal, made-from-scratch doughnuts that are fried fresh every hour, redefined for the modern palate.
Soban
Korean·Koreatown·$$$
A refined Koreatown destination world-famous for its buttery soy-marinated raw crab.
Sonoratown
Mexican·Downtown·$
A tribute to the flour tortillas and mesquite-grilled meats of Northern Mexico.
Spago Beverly Hills
Californian·Beverly Hills·$$$$
Wolfgang Puck's flagship destination that defined the 'California cuisine' movement.
Sqirl
Californian·Silver Lake·$$
The quintessential Silver Lake breakfast and lunch spot, famous for its ricotta toast and pesto rice.
Sugarfish
Sushi·Beverly Hills·$$$
Revolutionary 'no-frills' sushi focusing on incredibly fresh fish and perfectly warm, loose rice.
Sun Nong Dan
Korean·Koreatown·$$
A 24-hour Koreatown favorite famous for its massive, cheese-topped braised short rib stew.
Szechuan Impression
Chinese·Alhambra·$$
Authentic, high-quality Szechuan cuisine that balances numbing heat with incredible depth of flavor.
Tacos Arabes De Puebla
Mexican·Boyle Heights·$
The unique, pit-grilled pork tacos served on flour 'pan arabe' that bridge Middle Eastern and Mexican traditions.
Tatsu Ramen
Japanese·Sawtelle·$$
Chef-crafted, modern Japanese ramen with a focus on high-quality ingredients and a customizable ordering experience.
Teddy's Red Tacos
Mexican·Echo Park·$$
The viral sensation that made Tijuana-style beef birria a Los Angeles phenomenon.
The Apple Pan
American·West LA·$$
A 1940s time-capsule diner serving legendary burgers and world-class fruit pies.
The Park's Finest
Filipino·Echo Park·$$
Filipino-inspired American BBQ in Historic Filipinotown, famous for its coconut beef adobo and cornbread bibingka.
Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle
Japanese·Sawtelle·$$
The restaurant that introduced authentic Tsukemen (dipping noodles) to Los Angeles, setting a new standard for ramen in the city.
Vespertine
Experimental·Culver City·$$$$
An immersive, multi-sensory fine-dining exploration in a futuristic architectural space by Chef Jordan Kahn.
Villa's Tacos
Mexican·Highland Park·$
The essential Highland Park taqueria famous for its handmade blue corn tortillas and 'Los Angeles style' tacos.
Wexler's Deli
Jewish Deli·Downtown·$$
Modern Jewish deli staples with house-smoked fish and pastrami in the heart of Grand Central Market.
Woon
Chinese·Silver Lake·$$
Homestyle Chinese comfort food in Historic Filipinotown, famous for Mama Fong's chewy beef noodles.
Yangban
Korean·Arts District·$$$
Innovative Korean-American soul food from Chefs Katianna and John Hong in the Arts District.
Zankou Chicken
Armenian·Hollywood·$$
The legendary Los Angeles Armenian-Mediterranean chain famous for its rotisserie chicken and powerful garlic sauce.