From its intelligently crafted Spanish cuisine to its flamboyant decor to its accomplished staff, The Bazaar is one of the best new spots in LA to offer theatricality and excellence in equal measure.
Some of LA's most authentic Mexican food can be found here. Inexpensive, located in Bell, more than worth the drive. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
If the hipsters know anything, they know links. Or so it would seem, given how many flock to the downtown joint. Serving craft beers and tasty exotic sausages. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Market driven globally-influenced small plates paired with craft beers enjoyed in a casual Little Tokyo setting. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
The namesake eatery within Joachim Splichal's Patina Restaurant Group, come for meticulously prepared seasonal, modern French fine dining. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Expect some of the freshest traditional Italian food in the area, masterfully prepared, served in a cool, chic dining room. The atmosphere alone make this a great downtown spot. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
A big dog food truck, one of the originals; look for a Korean spin on tacos, quesadillas, burritos. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
It's all about the perfectly sized burger with the juiciest meat, ever. Bonus: most burgers are under $10. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
LA's most famous old school deli, do not miss the pastrami sandwich! [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Are there sweeter words than "Strip Mall" when used in conjunction with "Powerful Thai flavors?" Answer: No. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
While people will quibble over whether or not Park's is the defacto best Korean barbecue in the city, it's exceptionally solid, and the perfect destination for a night out in K-Town. Read more.
Food & Wine's Best New Chef 2011 award winner Ricardo Zarate crafts modern Peruvian plates out of a no frills casual market stall in downtown's Mercado La Paloma. [Eater 38 Member]
Traditional Oaxacan bites, all reasonably-priced, served in simple Mexican digs. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
If LA has a temple of molecular gastronomy, this is it. Bring your wallet and a refined a palate as you can muster. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
In a handsomely rustic storefront, Nancy Silverton, Mario Batali, and Joe Bastianich front what is, on its best days, LA's best pizza. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
High quality rustic Northern Italian fare served within a small, minimalist space. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
A newbie by comparison to some Eater 38 members, Jon and Vinny's small and loud porkapalooza delight remains all the rage with the food set. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Headed by uber chef Jose Andres, expect whimsical molecular dishes with some traditional Spanish tapas in a hectic Philippe Starck-designed mega space. NB, it's not … cheap. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
The DNA upon which the Nobu empire was built, Mats is celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa's first restaurant ever, and his best by a margin. Locals who hate on it are lying to themselves. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Though it caters to an older crowd, the institution vibe of this BevHills heavy hitter makes it the quintessential LA amusement park. [Eater 38 Member]
Wolfgang Puck's shmancy and pricey modern steakhouse located within the Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
A West LA institution: typical diner fare without typical diner taste. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Moderately priced super seasonal eats straight from SM farmers markets served in a pleasant, tasteful space. Seasonal desserts come from neighbor bakery Huckleberry. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
It's all about the tasting menus at Josiah Citrin's consistent high quality French eatery. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Despite one too many rules, Sang Yoon's burger joint is straight-up killer, and serves a vast selection of craft beers. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
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Classic LA sandwich anyone? Philippe the Original or @HarryCole1908. Go @metrolosangeles 2 Union Station & Pershing Sq #dtla
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LA [Do] Perfect daytime summer escape and amazing views of downtown. Dip your toes in the pool and order the mini sliders, they're so yummy and reasonably priced.
This is a place that I’ve gone to for 25 years for late, late night breakfast…like 1am. It's perfect for eggs, sausage, and a cup of coffee and total people watching. -Susan Feniger, Top Chef
Blink and you might miss this San Gabriel Valley hole-in-the-wall where diners can watch dumplings being made from behind a clear partition. [Eater 38 Member]
Since 1925, the best sandwich in LA. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Premier seafood served in a recently renovated, modernized space. There's a raw bar, a tank with live ocean creatures, but do remember fresh fish will cost you. [Eater 38 Member]
Expect a dimly lit rustic den of exposed brick and hanging bird cages, scarf down Vietnamese/Singaporean plates with craft brews. [Eater 38 Member]
In addition to the bäco expect a bevy of seasonally inspired plates, craft beer, boutique wine, modern cocktails, and house-made sodas. [Eater 38 Member]
M.B. Post is a seasonal gastropub of sorts focused on serving small plates which highlight the daily farmers market offerings. [Eater 38 Member]
This sophomore effort from Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo of Animal features seafood-centric fare inside a nautical-inspired space. [Eater 38 Member]
This small, smartly designed eatery is described by management as a "modern pastaria," serving creative, seasonal Cali-Italian plates alongside boutique wine and craft beer. [Eater 38 Member]
A project by Dustin Lancaster and Matt Kaner of Bar Covell, the cozy, hip oyster bar offers a limited menu of seafood plus a well-curated selection of boutique wines and craft beer. [Eater 38 Member]
Perhaps the quintessential Los Angeles restaurant born out of a Venice pop-up, H+H embraces seasonality with a Southern twang. [Eater 38 Member]
The wine bar is now as buzzy as ever. A new full bar and revamped California-style menu, the tastefully designed eatery is perfectly poised for drinks with friends or a quiet date. [Eater 38 Member]
