Food Scene
Simple spot serves Mexican, Indian & American fare, plus fusion options such as chicken tikka tacos.
7 locals recommend
23rd Street Cafe Indian Restaurant
936 W 23rd StSimple spot serves Mexican, Indian & American fare, plus fusion options such as chicken tikka tacos.
The menu's scrawled on the chalkboard walls of this cozy, stylish wine bar serving Italian tapas.
39 locals recommend
Bacari W. Adams
2308 S Union AveThe menu's scrawled on the chalkboard walls of this cozy, stylish wine bar serving Italian tapas.
Asian tapas, sushi rolls & draft beers served in cool surrounds with wall murals & hanging lanterns.
25 locals recommend
Ebaes
2314 S Union AveAsian tapas, sushi rolls & draft beers served in cool surrounds with wall murals & hanging lanterns.
Counter-serve coffeehouse with juices, light fare & pastries in a high-ceilinged, industrial space.
44 locals recommend
Nature's Brew
2316 S Union AveCounter-serve coffeehouse with juices, light fare & pastries in a high-ceilinged, industrial space.
Pete's Burgers
2400 S Hoover StRestaurant
Take-out/delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, wings & breadsticks, plus desserts.
38 locals recommend
Papa John's Pizza
701 East Cesar E Chavez AvenueTake-out/delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, wings & breadsticks, plus desserts.
Salad Farm
Casual local chain serving a variety of salads, plus panini, quesadillas & baked potatoes
Colorful, casual eatery offering Mexican baked goods plus traditional dishes from tortas to drinks. -
Lucys Restaurant & Bakery
1330 W Washington BlvdColorful, casual eatery offering Mexican baked goods plus traditional dishes from tortas to drinks. -
Popular eatery serves breakfast all day, including plenty of pancakes, in a bright, airy setting.
33 locals recommend
Jacks N Joe
2498 S Figueroa StPopular eatery serves breakfast all day, including plenty of pancakes, in a bright, airy setting.
Known for toasted, build-your-own subs, this counter-serve chain also sells soups, salads & more.
Quiznos
6257 Bristol PkwyKnown for toasted, build-your-own subs, this counter-serve chain also sells soups, salads & more.
Simple fast-food chain preparing Korean-style meat & rice bowls with no dairy, trans-fat or frying.
6 locals recommend
The Flame Broiler
2526 S Figueroa StSimple fast-food chain preparing Korean-style meat & rice bowls with no dairy, trans-fat or frying.
California Sushi & Teriyaki
2518 S Figueroa StSushi Restaurant
Casual spot with a mixed menu, from spit-roasted chicken to numerous burgers to Latin comfort foods.
9 locals recommend
Caveman Kitchen
2215 Vermont AveCasual spot with a mixed menu, from spit-roasted chicken to numerous burgers to Latin comfort foods.
USC students pack this bright eatery for hearty plates of Mexican standards & generous margaritas.
17 locals recommend
La Barca
2414 S Vermont AveUSC students pack this bright eatery for hearty plates of Mexican standards & generous margaritas.
Casual counter-serve stop serving basic American fare such as burgers & sandwiches, plus breakfast.
Olympian Burgers
2701 S Vermont AveCasual counter-serve stop serving basic American fare such as burgers & sandwiches, plus breakfast.
Grilled fish & carne asada are staples at this colorful joint with Nicaraguan fare & a comfy patio.
El Asador
1225 Venice Blvd.Grilled fish & carne asada are staples at this colorful joint with Nicaraguan fare & a comfy patio.
El Tapatio
1201 Venice Blvd.Mexican Restaurant
Long-running, family-owned, colorful Mexican eatery is known for its goat stew & homemade tortillas.
El Parian Restaurant
1528 W Pico BlvdLong-running, family-owned, colorful Mexican eatery is known for its goat stew & homemade tortillas.
Long-running, utilitarian joint known for its American, Mexican & Salvadoran buffet & menus. -
Aladdin Coffee Shop
1150 S Hope StLong-running, utilitarian joint known for its American, Mexican & Salvadoran buffet & menus. -
Drinks & Nightlife
Festive spot for classic Mexican plates, flaming margaritas & live mariachi music.
268 locals recommend
El Compadre
7408 Sunset BlvdFestive spot for classic Mexican plates, flaming margaritas & live mariachi music.
Cozy Argentine-style bar & eatery offering small plates & cocktails in warm, contemporary environs.
7 locals recommend
barcito
403 W 12th StCozy Argentine-style bar & eatery offering small plates & cocktails in warm, contemporary environs.