Los Angeles, CA
For the Win
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For the Win
Los Angeles, CA
FTW does a smash burger that competes with anything in Koreatown. The umami sauce is clutch
Guisados
Los Angeles, CA
Guisados braised meats are next level. The sampler plate is the way to go if its your first time. Cochinita pibil is my pick
El Tepeyac Cafe
Los Angeles, CA
Manuel's Special. Enough said.
LโAntica Pizzeria da Michele
Los Angeles, CA
The margherita here is effortless perfection
Howlin' Ray's
Los Angeles, CA
Howlin' Ray's in Chinatown. The Nashville hot chicken sandwich at medium-plus heat. Crunchy, juicy, and the coleslaw cuts through the heat perfectly. Best chicken sandwich on the west coast.
Mashti Maloneโs
Los Angeles, CA
Mashti Malone's rosewater ice cream is like nothing else. Been on La Brea forever and the Persian flavors are incredible. Saffron pistachio is my go-to
Bludsos BBQ
Los Angeles, CA
legit smoke. legit bark. Bludso's doesn't play around
Phorage
Los Angeles, CA
Phorage in Chinatown does a cleaner, more refined pho. Bone broth simmered for 24 hours. Not traditional but exceptional
Daikokuya
Los Angeles, CA
The tonkotsu at Daikokuya hits different after midnight. Rich, porky, and that egg is always perfect
Din Tai Fung ้ผๆณฐ่ฑ
Los Angeles, CA
DTF xiao long bao are still the benchmark. That 18-fold wrapper with the soup inside, consistent every time
Roots Indian Bistro
Los Angeles, CA
Roots does modern Indian with actual depth. The lamb curry and the garlic naan are outstanding
Jitlada
Los Angeles, CA
The spice levels at Jitlada are no joke. Order Thai-hot if you dare. Their pad thai has this smoky sweetness most places can't replicate.
