Pine & Crane

Pine & Crane in Silver Lake serves Taiwanese comfort food in a bright, fast-casual format that makes the cuisine approachable without compromising the flavors that make it so distinctive. The Lu Rou Fan — braised pork belly over steamed white rice with a slow-cooked soy-and-five-spice sauce — is the dish to anchor any meal here: the fat melts into the rice, the sauce is savory and slightly sweet, and it is the kind of food that makes everything feel right. The Scallion Pancake, laminated with sesame and pan-fried to a shattering crisp exterior with a chewy interior, is the essential starter. The space is airy and casual with a counter-service model that keeps things efficient. Order the braised pork rice bowl, the scallion pancake, and a bubble tea from the adjacent counter.

Pulled Pork