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Dining The guide was updated: 2023-10-28

With its huge multi-ethnic community, Los Angeles is a veritable melting pot of culinary culture. Whatever food you are in the mood for, this town has it.

Although the well-known restaurants tend to attract most attention, it is worth exploring the small neighborhood eateries which sometimes provide the most rewarding dining experiences. The list below names a few restaurants that are popular, interesting and reputable.

Reservations are necessary for popular restaurants, especially at the weekend. Most kitchens close around 10 pm, so go out early and enjoy your meal!

Original Pantry Café

Original Pantry Café

An old school diner, The Original Pantry Café hasn’t closed its doors since it opened 75 years ago. Every type of character can be found at the Formica counter digging into its no nonsense fare. Very popular place so it can get crowed, especially on the weekends.

The Palm Los Angeles

The Palm Los Angeles

The Palm is a celebrity, local and tourist favorite. If there is any place where you can taste high quality meat, beautifully served then it is here. This is also the perfect restaurant for special occasions.

Nate'n Al's

Nate'n Al's

If you are looking for authentic American deli food, Nate'n Al's is the place to go. As soon as you step through the door, you will feel transported back to the 60s. The menu offers all the classics: bagels, turkey sandwiches on rye, matzo ball soup, and much more.

Rainbow Bar & Grill

Rainbow Bar & Grill

This famous restaurant and bar was founded in early 1972, and is located on the Sunset Strip. Here they offer you a broad menu where you can choose from pizza, chicken, fresh fish, vegetarian delights and meat. On the walls you can see pictures of celebrities and rock stars throughout the restaurant.

Sushi Roku

Sushi Roku

Sushi Roku offers sushi made with the finest, freshest fish from pristine waters, all cooked by knowledgeable chefs. Traditional Japanese dishes combined with modern twist is the key ingredients, making a visit here into a unique culinary experience. Try the yellowtail with jalapeno or the popcorn shrimp tempura.

Chateau Marmont

Chateau Marmont

Chateau Marmont is part of the famous hotel with the same name. Here you can usually spot people who work in “showbiz” as well as tons of celebrities who frequently visit the venue. In spite of the celebrity hype, you will find the outside garden relaxing and serene. Requires reservation.

Musso & Frank Grill

Musso & Frank Grill

Opened its doors in 1919, this famous place is Hollywood's oldest restaurant. Proper old-fashioned food is served in dimly lit private booths. The menu is a la carte with a variety of garnitures. Charlie Chaplin was one of the regulars, in fact he dined at the restaurant so often, so they gave him his own booth that still stands in the corner of the restaurant.

Chinois On Main

Chinois On Main

Chinois is a Los Angeles classic and one of the famous chef Wolfgang Puck’s first restaurants, serving a fusion of French and Chinese food. In a colorful and exotic interior, you can taste Asian dishes served with California’s fresh products combined with French culinary skills.

The Ivy

The Ivy

An American restaurant and cafe with a penchant for seafood dishes, this place is the one to go if you're up for some celebrity spotting.

Bestia

Bestia

Items such as pizza and bone marrow peacefully co-exist on the menu of this LA restaurant. The atmosphere is vibrant and loud, and the artfully crafted dishes are served by attentive staff. This Italian restaurant certainly deserves the great reputation it has among locals.

Marugame Monzo

Marugame Monzo

Bread and circuses await you at this Japanese establishment where udon noodles are made from scratch and prepared right before your eyes. Marugame Monzo is located in Little Tokyo and is very popular among tourists and locals alike.

Sushi Gen

Sushi Gen

Serving quality and affordable sushi since 1980, Sushi Gen is a popular restaurant located in Little Tokyo. With a menu offering a wide and unique variety, everything from traditional sushi to a fine selection of more exotic fish, there are plenty of choices and it is all prepared by expert sushi chefs. Come early before they open since the place gets easily crowded.

Tocaya Organica

Tocaya Organica

With several locations in Los Angeles, Tocaya Organica was founded in 2016 and serves modern and organic Mexican food. The skillful chefs prepare food like tacos, salads, burritos and bowls with the highest quality ingredients and with locally sourced organic produce. Vegan and vegetarian options are also included in the menu.

Pink's Hotdog

Pink's Hotdog

Pink's Hotdog is probably the most famous hot dog stand in all of Los Angeles. It has been in the same location since 1939, and it is almost mandatory to grab a hot dog on your visit to the city.

A.O.C.

A.O.C.

A.O.C might not look like much from outside, but its courtyard offers one of the best dining experiences in Los Angeles. They offer over 50 different wines by the glass, half bottle or carafe with delicious food to go with it.

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