Sylvio Martins
LA Staff Writer
Sylvio is a staff writer for The Infatuation LA. After graduating from UCLA, he worked as an actor, freelance journalist, and disgruntled barista before turning his food writing hobby into a “full-time thing.” When he’s not writing about tacos, he’s usually making dinner plans, watching the same films, or losing sleep over all the overpriced plants he’s accidentally killed.
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The Best Burgers In LA
Pub burgers, smashburgers, and anything else between two buns—we’re here to make sense of it all.
El Bacano
El Bacano is LA's only Dominican restaurant, and it's inside a North Hollywood strip mall. Their sancocho is worth planning your whole day around.
The Best Weekday Breakfasts In LA
Whether it’s a breakfast meeting, or just quiet time on a Thursday, these are our favorite midweek breakfast spots.
Community Goods
Community Goods is a small wood-filled cafe with good drinks and better sandwiches. Expect long lines and lots of influencers.
Vespertine
Vespertine is back. This high-end experimental tasting menu is Culver City is as expensive as it is unforgettable.
The Hit List: New LA Restaurants To Try Right Now
We checked out these new restaurants in LA and loved them.
Where Phil Rosenthal Eats In LA
The host of Netflix’s ‘Somebody Feed Phil’ checks in on his favorite diner, pizza place, Thai spot, and more when he's home in Los Angeles.
Sushi Sonagi
Sushi Sonagi is an impressive 10-seat omakase spot in Gardena with creative Korean inflections. It's absolutely worth the wait for a reservation (and splurge).
Yangban
Yangban is an upscale restaurant in the Arts District that serves genre-blurring Korean food (and some of the best wings in town).
Quarters Korean BBQ
Quarters is a lively and extremely popular KBBQ spot that is just fine, but doesn't need to be prioritized. If you do go, have a reservation.
Cobras & Matadors
Cobras & Matadors is a Spanish bistro in the Fairfax District that's perfect for fun catch-up dinner with friends.
The Bar Hit List: Where To Drink In LA Right Now
Call them what you want. Happening. Cool. Busy. Vibing. These are the most fun new bars in LA.
The Best Late Night Restaurants In Los Angeles
32 places in LA that serve food until midnight or later.
The Best Frozen Treats In Los Angeles
For when your body (and brain) needs a freeze—Hawaiian shave ice, Oaxacan-style paletas, and so much more.
Taverna Tony
Taverna Tony is a Greek spot in the Malibu Country Mart, perfect for a low-key date night.
Origin Korean BBQ
Origin is a lively, fun Korean BBQ spot in Koreatown where you'll find some less commonly seen cuts. Make a reservation.
The Best Bars In Venice
From dive bars to dance parties and tiki themes, these are the 10 best places to grab a drink in Venice
Greek Eats
Greek Eats is a small counter-service spot in Beverly Grove with a big menu of excellent Greek staples.
Where To Eat At Grand Central Market
Figuring out what to eat at Grand Central Market can be overwhelming, but this guide will help you narrow things down.
Kalamaki Greek
Kalamaki Greek is a casual all-day spot in Mid-Wilshire that comes in handy for a quick, satisfying lunch. They randomly have great frozen yogurt.