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A.O.C. is one of LAX.

1. A.O.C.

8.9
8700 W 3rd St (at S Hamel Rd), Los Angeles, CA
Wine Bar · Mid-City West · 123 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: If you don’t have a reservation, try the bar.

Guelaguetza Restaurant is one of LAX.

2. Guelaguetza Restaurant

8.8
3014 W Olympic Blvd (at Normandie Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Wilshire Center - Koreatown · 94 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Can’t decide among the multitude of moles? Get the sampler.

Cole's is one of LAX.

3. Cole's

8.9
118 E 6th St (at Main St), Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · Fashion District · 194 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Check out Varnish, a speakeasy accessible through the back of the restaurant, for old-fashioned libations.

Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant is one of LAX.

4. Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant

9.1
704 S Alvarado St (at 7th St), Los Angeles, CA
Deli · Westlake South · 176 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Call ahead for curbside pickup if you’re in a rush.

Lou is one of LAX.

5. Lou

724 Vine St (at Melrose Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Wine Bar · Central Hollywood · 14 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Swinophiles shouldn’t miss the pig candy ($5).

Lucques is one of LAX.

6. Lucques

8474 Melrose Ave (at Clinton St), Los Angeles, CA
Mediterranean Restaurant · 66 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: The much-lauded Sunday Suppers ($45 per head) are still the best bargain here.

Chaya is one of LAX.

7. Chaya

525 S Flower St (btwn 5th & 6th), Los Angeles, CA
Asian Restaurant · Financial District · 54 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Check out the happy-hour deals on fresh-fruit cocktails and fancy bar bites.

Philippe The Original is one of LAX.

8. Philippe The Original

9.0
1001 N Alameda St (at Ord St), Los Angeles, CA
Sandwich Spot · Chinatown · 413 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Order the lamb sandwich and get it “double-dipped” for extra au jus goodness.

Figaro Bistrot is one of LAX.

9. Figaro Bistrot

8.2
1802 N Vermont Ave (at Melbourne), Los Angeles, CA
French Restaurant · Los Feliz · 92 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Look for low-key celebs supping and smoking in the sidewalk seating area.

Katsuya is one of LAX.

10. Katsuya

702 Americana Way (Brand Blvd), Glendale, CA
Sushi Restaurant · City Center · 49 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: The birthplace of the now-ubiquitous spicy tuna on crispy rice – don’t miss it.

Katsu-Ya is one of LAX.

11. Katsu-Ya

9.0
11680 Ventura Blvd (at Colfax Ave), Studio City, CA
Sushi Restaurant · 74 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: The birthplace of the now-ubiquitous spicy tuna on crispy rice – don’t miss it.

Pizzeria Mozza is one of LAX.

12. Pizzeria Mozza

9.1
641 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Pizzeria · Hancock Park · 292 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Sit at the bar Monday–Wednesday, 9:30–midnight and order an antipasti, pizza and a choice of dessert or glass of wine for $30.

Bouchon is one of LAX.

13. Bouchon

235 N Canon Dr (at Dayton and Clifton), Beverly Hills, CA
French Restaurant · 124 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: If you can’t acquire a coveted table, sit at the bar, which serves the entire menu.

Father's Office is one of LAX.

14. Father's Office

8.6
3229 Helms Ave (at Venice Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Gastropub · South Robertson · 360 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: The famous "no-substitutions" burger can be ordered an hour later at the Helms Avenue location, which also has micro distilled spirits not offered at the 1953 original.

Father's Office is one of LAX.

15. Father's Office

8.3
1018 Montana Ave (btwn 10th & 11th St), Santa Monica, CA
Gastropub · Wilshire-Montana · 199 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: The famous "no-substitutions" burger can be ordered an hour later at the Helms Avenue location, which also has micro distilled spirits not offered at the 1953 original.

The Bazaar by José Andrés is one of LAX.

16. The Bazaar by José Andrés

465 S LA Cienega Blvd (at San Vicente Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Tapas Restaurant · Mid-City West · 255 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Afternoon tea is served daily in the patisserie from 3–5 PM, with assorted mini-scones, foie gras brioche and sweets on offer.

The 101 Coffee Shop is one of LAX.

17. The 101 Coffee Shop

6145 Franklin Ave (at Vista del Mar St), Los Angeles, CA
Diner · 220 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: After a night of drinking try the grilled cheese or, if you are feeling health-conscious, take a look at the many vegan and vegetarian options available.

Wurstküche is one of LAX.

18. Wurstküche

9.1
800 E 3rd St (at Traction Ave), Los Angeles, CA
German Restaurant · Arts District · 371 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: This Downtown “Purveyor of Exotic Grilled Sausages” will sell you its product raw for 30% off the list price.

Rush Street is one of LAX.

19. Rush Street

7.0
9546 Washington Blvd (at Culver Blvd.), Culver City, CA
American Restaurant · Downtown Culver City · 172 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Don’t miss themed nights such as half-priced wine Tuesdays, Ladies’ Wednesdays (complete with free pole-dancing lessons from 9–11 PM) and happy-hour menus from 3–7 PM Mondays–Fridays.

In-N-Out Burger is one of LAX.

20. In-N-Out Burger

8.9
7009 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · Central Hollywood · 407 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Recognized as our #1 Bang for the Buck, try customizing this iconic burger by ordering off the “secret” menu, available at www.innout.com. Read more.

In-N-Out Burger is one of LAX.

21. In-N-Out Burger

8.5
5864 Lankershim, Los Angeles, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · Mid-Town North Hollywood · 43 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Recognized as our #1 Bang for the Buck, try customizing this iconic burger by ordering off the “secret” menu, available at www.innout.com. Read more.

In-N-Out Burger is one of LAX.

22. In-N-Out Burger

8.7
9245 Venice Blvd (at Canfield Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · Palms · 138 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Recognized as our #1 Bang for the Buck, try customizing this iconic burger by ordering off the “secret” menu, available at www.innout.com.

In-N-Out Burger is one of LAX.

23. In-N-Out Burger

8.6
119 S. Brand Blvd. (btwn Broadway & Harvard St), Glendale, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · City Center · 100 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Recognized as our #1 Bang for the Buck, try customizing this iconic burger by ordering off the “secret” menu, available at www.innout.com.

In-N-Out Burger is one of LAX.

24. In-N-Out Burger

8.6
6000 Pacific Blvd (at Belgrave Ave), Huntington Park, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Recognized as our #1 Bang for the Buck, try customizing this iconic burger by ordering off the “secret” menu, available at www.innout.com.

Bottega Louie is one of LAX.

25. Bottega Louie

9.1
700 S Grand Ave (at 7th St), Los Angeles, CA
Italian Restaurant · Financial District · 782 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: You can easily fill up on the extensive menu that lists more than 30 side-dish/small-plates options.

Fred 62 is one of LAX.

26. Fred 62

7.9
1850 N Vermont Ave (at Russell Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Diner · Los Feliz · 205 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: This truly 24-hour diner features hits like the Thai Cobb salad and “mac daddy ‘n’ cheese balls.”

Library Alehouse is one of LAX.

27. Library Alehouse

8.5
2911 Main St (btwn Kinney St & Ashland Ave), Santa Monica, CA
Gastropub · Ocean Park · 137 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Vegetarians can find a fair amount of selections on the menu, and the back patio is great during warm weather (it’s also often quieter than the main room).

Ye Olde King's Head is one of LAX.

28. Ye Olde King's Head

8.1
116 Santa Monica Blvd (btwn Ocean Ave. & 2nd St.), Santa Monica, CA
Pub · Downtown Santa Monica · 137 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: If you tire of ordering the fish ’n’ chips, for another taste of Britain give the traditional curry a try.