Neighborhood BBQ is the incredible Griffith Park BBQ pop-up born straight from a pandemic closure.

Tian’s is a solid option if you’re in Chinatown and craving dim sum.

Golden Lake Eatery is a family-run Cambodian restaurant in Chinatown with excellent lok lak.

Yang Chow is a Chinatown classic known for their famous slippery shrimp.

This independent pop-up is home to some of our favorite Filipino food in LA.

A mostly Italian spot in the West Hollywood-iest part of West Hollywood, Olivetta serves enough good pastas that you’ll be happy about your meal here.

Chef Tony is a dim sum restaurant in Pasadena with decent food and high prices.

Il Pastaio is a Beverly Hills classic and the closest the city has to a true neighborhood pasta spot.

Forn Al Hara is a Lebanese bakery in Anaheim serving the kind of breakfast you’d drive very long distances to experience.

The Ranch in Anaheim is one part steakhouse, one part line-dancing saloon, and all parts a good time.

Aleppo’s Kitchen is a fantastic Syrian restaurant in Anaheim with a big patio ideal for groups.

Ma’s Chinese Islamic is a Chinese restaurant in Anaheim with excellent Halal options and plenty of space for big groups.

The Fifth is a rooftop bar/restaurant in Anaheim with great views of Disneyland and a touristy crowd that’s ready to get rowdy.

Anaheim Packing House is a massive food and beverage hall in downtown Anaheim and a great night out for all ages.

Soh Grill House is a very solid Korean BBQ spot in Pasadena.

Angeleno Wine Co. is a great winery in Chinatown, and one of the only places in LA where they make wine on-site.