Restaurants I’ve Recently Tried and Loved in Los Angeles, California is a recurring blog post and it’s the one I’m always most excited to write. There’s so many amazing restaurants in Los Angeles, and this is my way of sharing my most recent experiences. All of these restaurants listed are a must.
Quarter Sheets
From a pandemic pop-up to a real restaurant, Aaron Lindell and Hannah Ziskin’s Quarter Sheets is all the buzz. They sell three styles of pizza, but my favorite was the pan-style. There’s no reservations and there’s always a line. Make sure to arrive early.
Must Try: Vodka Pizza, Red Top Pizza, Salad
Address: 1305 Portia St, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Doubting Thomas
Nestled between Echo Park and Rampart Village, Doubting Thomas is a restaurant I can’t stop thinking about. Chef Naomi Shim is impressive as it gets with her ever-changing menu that highlights the yummiest seasonal produce. It is also the last Filipino owned restaurant in Historic Filipinotown. Whatever you do, make sure to get a slice of Passionfruit pie.
Must Try: Passionfruit Pie, Doubtless Breakfast Burrito, Pork Belly Rice Bowl
Address: 2510 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Sogno Toscano
This Montana Avenue wine bar is a great addition to the street. I suggest this spot for happy hour.
Must Try: Artichoke Salad, Diavola Pizza, Delicata Focaccia Sandwich
Address: 1512 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Si! Mon
A new Venice beach gem. Si! Mon merges Central American and Californian culinary cultures by chef José Olmedo Carles Rojas’ at his first U.S restaurant.
Must Try: Baked Oysters, Curry Spiced Sashimi, Dungeness Crab Guacho
Address: 60 N Venice Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
Little Fish
I’m pretty picky about my fish sandwiches, but this was the best fish sandwich I’ve ever had. Run to Little Fish immediately. The rest of their menu looks incredible as well.
Must Try: Obviously the fish sandwich!
Address: 1606 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Apollonia’s Pizzeria
I know I’m late to the game on this one, but Apollonia’s pizza is top five in LA. I love everything about this slice.
Must Try: Pepperoni, Burrata, and Honey and 93-Sauce
Address: 5176 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
YESS
From former London chef Junya Yamasaki, YESS is the newest hotspot in the Arts District in Downtown Los Angeles. Junya Yamasaki crafted a progressive Japanese menu with plenty of smoky touches. This is a win for the Arts District.
Must Try: Miso Black Cod, Grilled Beef Steak and Oyster Kimch, Lobster Tartar
Address: 2001 E 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Wake & Late
The best breakfast burritos in the city. They also just introduced bagels to their menu so I’ll be back soon.
Must Try: Pastrami Breakfast Burrito, Bacon Breakfast Burrito
Address: 105 E 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Cafe Telegrama
This trendy new cafe in the Melrose Hill area of East Hollywood is the perfect weekend destination. The pancakes have officially made it in my top three.
Must Try: Pancakes
Address: 737 N Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029
Petramale Pizza
Currently operating as a Friday only pop-up in the Venice church parking lot, Petramale Pizza is serving some of LA’s best pizza. If you’re in the area, it’s definitely worth checking out.
Must Try: Margheroni
Address: Venice Church, 2241 Walgrove Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90066
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