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A Kansan's take on the LA food scene. On the weekends I like to find where the locals head for eats. Here's the culmination of my research so far. LA friends - share suggestions or add your own!
Sara: Check out the menu for monthly and daily cupcake flavors. The Hummingbird is a unique blend of ingredients with an even more unique name, and it does not disappoint!
Sara: Usually just go for water? Splurge and order a Shirley Temple. The glasses are mammoth and they throw in a handful of cherries. This is a great spot for brunch.
Sara: Joan's is a household name for LA locals and a hotspot for celebrity sightings. Come in and pick up a fresh loaf of bread, or stay and order a hot dinner. You can count on fresh, natural ingredients.
Farmers Market · Mid-City West · 320 tips and reviews
Sara: With food stands offering anything from French to Chinese and American to Italian cuisine, the Farmers Market offers the best of the food world. The workers here really know their trade.
7371 Melrose Ave (at N Martel Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Café · Mid-City West · 332 tips and reviews
Sara: If you've ever talked to anyone who's visited Blu Jam, they probably told you to try the french toast. Well, let me be another one of those people - TRY THE FRENCH TOAST! It's absolutely heavenly.
11755 W Pico Blvd (at Barrington Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Mexican Restaurant · West Los Angeles · 69 tips and reviews
Sara: This Mexican restaurant is famous for its (in)famous fans - Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt. Great ambience and delicious food with reasonable prices.
8738 W 3rd St (btwn Robertson & Arnaz Dr), Los Angeles, CA
Café · Mid-City West · 41 tips and reviews
Sara: Tucked away in a quiet area of the usually-bustling 3rd Street. The waitstaff is polite, the food is delicious, and the check comes in a mason jar with a Tootsie Pop! What's not to love?
Sara: The weekend special says it all: $3 unlimited mimosas with breakfast purchase (uh, only like $6). A friend and I got two entrees and 13 mimosas for $20. Why would you NOT eat here for brunch?
Italian Restaurant · Mid-City West · 7 tips and reviews
Sara: Quaint, hole-in-the-wall, authentic Italian place. I like to brush up my Italian by speaking with the owner, who is so sweet. Great food and great atmosphere make for a great place.
5156 Lankershim Blvd (Magnolia), North Hollywood, CA
American Restaurant · 45 tips and reviews
Sara: Not exactly LA (it's in NoHo), but close enough. This little cafe offers a range of food with great drink specials ($4 beer). Try the arrabbiata for a simple, but delicious, pasta dish.
8310 W 3rd St (at S Sweetzer Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Sandwich Spot · Mid-City West · 69 tips and reviews
Sara: Great place if you have a sweet tooth. They offer "cutie pies" which are tiny versions of the daily pies. Cutie pies are a great way to end your meal.
French Restaurant · Mid-City West · 117 tips and reviews
Sara: Honestly can't fit my thoughts on this place in foursquare's allotted amount. You MUST experience this for yourself! The atmosphere is incomparable to anywhere else. Good food, great wine selection.