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  (150 restaurants)    
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Azla [CLOSED] ($)
(449 ratings)

4309 Leimert Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 596-3028
  • Churro Wot
    family favorite; recommend w/ Gomen (kale, collards, garlic)
  • Misir Wot
    red lentils & spicy berbere; traditionally eaten w/ Injera (Ethiopian bread) which is optional; looks good
4.5 out of 5
449 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 2013; serving vegan Ethiopian cuisine; "I've been to a lot of vegetarian restaurants, but--without question--this is one of the best" -Guy Fieri
Bavel ($$$)
(2202 ratings)

500 Mateo St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 232-4966
baveldtla.com
  • Grilled Lamb Saddle Chop
    marinade of yogurt, licorice powder (key ingredient), lime & garlic; grilled & topped w/ licorice oil, almonds & herb salad; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2202 ratings
opened in 2018; Middle Eastern restaurant known for its hummus & downtown vibe
Belly & Snout [CLOSED] ($)
(225 ratings)

974 S Western Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90006
  • Oxtail Chili Tater Tots
    looks good
  • Pork Adobo Sandwich
    grilled cheese sandwich w/ pork, garlic crema, green onion, red radish; looks good
  • Sisig Hot Dog
    hot dog w/ ground pork belly, pork snout, red onion, garlic crema, chicharrona, fried egg, green onion
4.5 out of 5
225 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 2014; in Koreatown; Other Recipes: Oxtail Chili
Cake Monkey BakerySee Cake Monkey Bakery Video ($$)
(378 ratings)

7807 Beverly Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 932-1142
www.cakemonkey.com
  • Peanut Butter El Rollo
    chocolate cake rolled up w/ housemade peanut buttercream & coated w/ bittersweet Belgian chocolate; looks good
4.5 out of 5
378 ratings
est. 2008; pastry shop specializing in retro treats & miniature cakes, plus pies, cookies & scones
  • Patty Melt
    house-ground premium beef patty w/ cheddar or Swiss & grilled onions; served on toasted rye w/ side of mustardy mayo & pickles; extra crispy cheese "wings" (key "ingredient"); looks good
4.5 out of 5
1829 ratings
est 1948 & became an iconic lunch counter; now w/ classic 50s breakfast menu, coffee bar, housemade sodas & full bar
  • Longaniza Asada
    house made chorizo smoked over mesquite embers; served w/ sliced avocado, roasted tomato sauce, roasted onions & tortillas
  • Panuchos
    crispy fried corn tortilla split & filled w/ black bean puree topped w/ lettuce, shredded turkey, pickled red onions & a slice of avocado; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1389 ratings
opened in 2001; family owned & operated restaurant specializing in Yucatecan food, maintaining the authentic flavor of this original Southeast Mexican Cuisine
Donut FriendSee Donut Friend Video ($)
(2773 ratings)

5107 York Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(213) 995-6191
donutfriend.com
  • Bacon Maple Donut
    topped w/ real maple glaze & coconut bacon
  • Polar Berry Club Donut
    lemon glaze, fresh mixed berries & mint on top of a traditional donut
  • Strawberrylab Donut
    traditional donut filled w/ whipped cream, fresh strawberries, & topped w/ chocolate glaze; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2773 ratings
  • D.A. Special Sandwich
    specialty sandwich; sausage, meatball, roast beef & pastrami served on sub roll w/ Provolone & bell peppers; looks good (& messy)!
4.5 out of 5
1192 ratings
est. 1929; one of the last "true" Italian delis in downtown L.A.; Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock & David Spade (actors from "Grown Ups 2") made guest appearance where they had meatball-making competition (Team Fieri-Rock-Spade won); Other Recipes: Eggplant Parmesan
ediBOL [CLOSED] ($$)
(572 ratings)

300 S Santa Fe Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 292-6466
  • Miso Peanut Ramen Bol
    edamame, red pepper, pickled carrots, shiitake, scallion, roasted peanuts, honey miso dressing; served over greens; looks good
  • Roasted Garlic & Herb Pork Hash Bol
    only available for weekend brunch; crispy poached egg, tomatillo crema, housemade pickles, candied almonds, home-baked cheddar buttermilk biscuit
4.5 out of 5
572 ratings
[CLOSED]; serving handcrafted, artisan BOLs
Guisados ($)
(2645 ratings)

2100 East Cesar E Chavez Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 264-7201
www.guisados.co
  • Chiles Toreados Tacos
    habanero, serrano, jalapeno & Thai chiles blistered together, served on tortilla w/ black beans; "it's a taste sensation!" -Donal Skehan
4.5 out of 5
2645 ratings
est. 2010; Mexican taqueria known for "traditional homestyle braises on fresh homemade tortillas" (from its website)
Howlin' Ray's ($$)
(7582 ratings)

727 N Broadway Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 935-8399
howlinrays.com
  • Hot Chicken
    whole Nashville hot chicken wings; served w/ pickles & bread; looks good
4.5 out of 5
7582 ratings
est 2016; started as a food truck by Johnny Ray Zone; long lines
Joy ($$)
(1491 ratings)

5100 York Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 999-7642
www.joyonyork.com
  • Thousand Layer Pancake
    rolled & flattened dough, grilled & filled w/ scallions, Thai basil, egg & cheese; topped w/ spices & garlic chili paste
4.5 out of 5
1491 ratings
opened in 2018; modern neighborhood eatery serving Taiwanese classics w/ a twist
Komodo [CLOSED] ($$)
(1801 ratings)

8809 W Pico Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(310) 246-5153
  • Brutus Tots Salad
    "salad" w/ tater tots, steak & jalapeno aioli; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1801 ratings
[CLOSED]; accessible & modern California Asian fusion; "dangerously good food"
Langer's DeliSee Langer's Deli Video ($$)
(4367 ratings)

704 S Alvarado St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 483-8050
www.langersdeli.com
  • #19 - Pastrami Sandwich
    thick-cut pastrami complemented by a slice of Swiss cheese, Russian dressing and homemade cole slaw; looks good
4.5 out of 5
4367 ratings
opened in 1947; started as a 12-stool lunch counter, now can seat 135 patrons; local and international icon; located diagonally across MacArthur Park
Marino Restaurant ($$$)
(468 ratings)

6001 Melrose Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 466-8812
As Seen On:
Pasta Paradise
  • Fettucini Alfredo
    looks good
  • Spaghetti in Clams
4.5 out of 5
468 ratings
Meals by GenetSee Meals by Genet Video ($$)
(792 ratings)

1053 S Fairfax Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90019
(323) 938-9304
www.mealsbygenet.com
  • Dorowot
    spicy chicken stewed in red pepper sauce with Ethiopian butter; takes days to make; served on top of injera (a spongy crepe-like flatbread)
4.5 out of 5
792 ratings
Ethiopian cuisine in a casual bistro setting
Meatzilla! [CLOSED] ($$)
(304 ratings)

646 S Main St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90014
(213) 623-3450
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Los Angeles, CA"
  • Beef Beef Burger (Meatzza Style)
    2 cheeseburgers, sriracha sauce, pickles, onions w/ a pepperoni pizza as the top bun
4.5 out of 5
304 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2017
Milk Jar Cookies ($)
(1704 ratings)

5466 Wilshire Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 634-9800
milkjarcookies.com
  • Banana Split Cookie
    top seller; banana dough, chocolate & butterscotch chips, walnuts & fresh strawberry; baked frozen for a gooey center; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1704 ratings
est. 2013; husband-&-wife-run homemade cookie operation w/ small-batch baked, inventive recipes & ice cream sandwiches; ships nationwide
Papa Cristo'sSee Papa Cristo's Video ($$)
(2174 ratings)

2771 W Pico Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-2970
www.papacristos.com
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Los Angeles"
  • Kreatopita
    homemade phyllo pastry w/ a filling of chopped spiced ground beef & caramelized onions
  • Spanakopita
    homemade phyllo pastry w/ a filling of chopped spinach, feta cheese, onions, egg & seasoning; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2174 ratings
since 1948; Greek grocery store & restaurant
Ricky's Fish TacosSee Ricky's Fish Tacos Video ($)
(1251 ratings)

3201 Riverside Dr Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 395-6233
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Tacos"
  • Fish Tacos
    Ensenada-style: battered fish, cabbage, pico de gallo, salsa in a warm white corn tortilla; recommend adding tangy crema sauce offered on side of truck; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1251 ratings
#1 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Tacos)
Addiction Bistro [CLOSED] ($$)
(728 ratings)

408 N La Cienega Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 203-1793
As Seen On:
Chili Paradise
  • Jamaican Jerk Chili
    tomato-based made of chicken & jerk spices
  • Spontaneous Combustion Chili
    tomato-based made of beef asada, chipotle, sorrano, Thai chilis & ghost peppers (it's hot!)
4.0 out of 5
728 ratings
[CLOSED]; fomerly called "The Chili Addiction" as seen at airing; varying chilis every week
  • Beer
4.0 out of 5
1952 ratings
Angelini OsteriaSee Angelini Osteria Video ($$$)
(2112 ratings)

7313 Beverly Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 297-0070
www.angeliniosteria.com
  • Lasagna Verde
    grandmother's recipe, looks good!
  • Whole Branzino Roasted in Sea Salt
    fish
  • Tiramisu
    lady fingers soaked in Italian espresso infused w/ brandy, layered in scratch-made mascarpone, dusted w/ cocoa powder, topped w/ raspberries & mint leaves
4.0 out of 5
2112 ratings
opened in 2001; family owned & operated, celebrated authentic Italian restaurant
Animal ($$$)
(3432 ratings)

435 N Fairfax Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 782-9225
www.animalrestaurant.com
  • Pig Tails
    brined, cut up, deep-fried and tossed in hot sauce; "it's the chicken wing of the pig"-Michael Symon
  • Bacon Chocolate Crunch Bar
4.0 out of 5
3432 ratings
opened in 2008; accolades include Food & Wine Best New Chefs of 2009, two James Beard nominations, Rising Star Chefs by Star Chefs and Wine List of the Year by GQ Magazine
AOCSee AOC Video ($$$)
(2527 ratings)

8700 W 3rd St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 859-9859
www.aocwinebar.com
  • Grilled Lamb Skewers
    skewered marinated cubed lamb, seared & topped w/ lamb sauce & salsa verde; check for availability; looks good
4.0 out of 5
2527 ratings
wine bar & restaurant founded by 3-time James Beard Award winning chef Suzanne Goin & James Beard Foundation's Outstanding Restaurateur of the Year 2018 Caroline Styne
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