Kumquat is one of the nicest places to sit and drink coffee in Highland Park.

Pastry chef Fuyuko Kondo’s seasonal galette pop-up is perfection in baking.

Bang Bang is a Highland Park pop-up with handmade noodles worth driving across town to eat.

Belle's Bagels is a Highland Park pop-up making some of our favorite bagel sandwiches in town.

This Highland Park spot makes seven-layer quesotacos unlike any in LA.

Ichijiku is a neighborhood sushi bar in Highland Park and a great spot for all levels of sushi eaters.

Jeff’s Table is a not-so-secret deli behind Flask in Highland Park with excellent and innovative sandwiches.

Holcomb is a cool, casual wine bar in Highland Park that you wish was closer to you.

Go Get Em Tiger in Highland Park is great for doing a little work and having a cup of coffee (or two).

Located on York Blvd. in Highland Park, Joy is an excellent fast-casual Taiwanese spot.

Gold Line is a great record bar in Highland Park that draws serious crowds.

Otoño is a solid Spanish restaurant in Highland Park.

Hippo is a great Italian-ish restaurant in Highland Park that’s great for all kinds of situations.

Hot Gai Chicken is a Thai take-out window in Highland Park.

Triple Beam is an excellent pizza-by-the-slice joint in Highland Park.

Mason’s Dumplings Shop in Highland Park is home to some of the best dumplings you’ll find outside of the San Gabriel Valley.