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5 Best Restaurants in South Gate, California You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

South Gate, California — a city where the sun leans golden on tidy neighborhoods, where the laughter of families drifts through parks and plazas, and where the scent of carne asada, sweet bread, and simmering pozole floats on the evening breeze. Here, palm trees sway above stucco homes, murals bloom on corner stores, and the streets pulse with the footsteps of generations — newcomers and old-timers, dreamers and doers, all weaving their stories into the city’s living tapestry.

South Gate, CA · 2d
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A Los Angeles Italian Restaurant Chain That Once Had 19 Locations Is Closing Its Last One

Louise’s Trattoria has announced its upcoming closure in Los Angeles. The Larchmont restaurant is the last remaining location of a chain that began in Santa Monica in 1978. Louise’s Trattoria is a family-owned Italian restaurant at 232 N. Larchmont Boulevard. It is known for its traditional Italian American food, fresh pasta, and signature focaccia bread. Unfortunately, it will be closing its doors in Larchmont Village on November 25.

Los Angeles, CA · 4d
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Don’t Be Afraid To Solo Date, Try These 10 Spots

Want to know the best way to try all the trendy spots in town without a reservation? Go by yourself. Solo dating can be an intimidating concept, but with the right spot it can turn into a fun filled evening of new friends and great food. The trick is to find a place with a friendly atmosphere and a cushy bar stool. Grab a seat at the bar and strike up a conversation with whoever sits down next to you. You never know who you’ll meet. Here are 10 restaurants to try on your next solo meal.

Los Angeles, CA · 5d
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5 Best Restaurants in Los Angeles, California You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Los Angeles — a city where bougainvillea spills over stucco walls, where palm trees sway above murals and taco trucks, where the air is perfumed with jasmine, car exhaust, and the promise of something new. Here, the city’s heart beats in the laughter of families in Koreatown, the quiet pride of Oaxacan bakers in Boyle Heights, the dreams of actors and artists and immigrants, and the hustle of those who make this sprawling metropolis feel like a patchwork of villages stitched together by sunlight and hope.

Los Angeles, CA · 3d
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In This Los Angeles Neighborhood, There’s Somewhere to Eat Like a Local All Day

Opening a restaurant is a grueling test of resources, patience, and sheer will. For some restaurateurs, it's a one-time thing. Andrew Lawson and Evan Algorri did it in Los Angeles in late 2023. Then, only five weeks later, they did it again. Café Telegrama came first, a quick-service daytime concept,...

Los Angeles, CA · 3d

Gourmetory

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The Top 10 Highest-Rated Dinner Spots on the West Coast, According to Yelp

Picking a great dinner spot on the West Coast usually comes down to a few clear things: fresh ingredients, a strong point of view, and a setting that feels worth the drive. From California to Washington, the region is packed with places diners love for seafood, noodles, tacos, and steak. Because no vetted source list…

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

Los Angeles Times

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Why strangers are swapping secrets at this underground L.A. supper club

Inside a historic 1908 Craftsman home in West Adams, monthly gatherings pair garden-grown dishes with storytelling to help diners find connection.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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Lodge Bread Coming To Brentwood, Pasadena, Westlake Village

Wildly popular sourdough experts are opening a location in Brentwood. If you look at the photo, a small banner in the shadows confirms that this location at 11740 San Vicente Blvd will be their new home. (This space was most recently home to Rosti Tuscan Kitchen.) Lodge Bread began locally in 2015 and currently has three locations with expansion plans that include this address, plus upcoming locations in Pasadena and Westlake Village as well. They specialize in “artisanal, naturally-leavened sourdough breads and pastries” that people go crazy for.

Pasadena, CA · 4d

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East Long Beach gem Vino e Cucina closing Nov. 22

Vino e Cucina will close Nov. 22, owner Lorenzo Mottola has announced, ending a chapter of East Long Beach dining that deserves to be measured in far more than plates of pasta. Though, yes, we need to talk about that pasta. We also need to talk about what it meant...

Long Beach, CA · 3d

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Mystery Pizza Restaurant for Sale on Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood

A mystery pizza parlor on Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood is looking for a new owner, offering a turnkey opportunity for someone hoping to break into the city’s competitive restaurant scene or expand an existing pizza business. The restaurant, whose name is being kept confidential in the business-for-sale...

West Hollywood, CA · 2d

LAist

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Black Pork is serving comfort food from empanadas to clam chowder in West Long Beach

Owners Luis Mendiola and Veronica Lopez are putting their global culinary experiences into their eclectic menu.

Long Beach, CA · 4d

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Chef Nancy Silverton Brings Her Signature Italian Steakhouse Experience to the Westside

If you ask Nancy Silverton (Osteria Mozza, Max & Helen’s) what the key to a successful restaurant is, she’ll tell you that you need to put something on the menu that’s going to encourage diners to come back. At Spacca Tutto — her newest restaurant at the...

Los Angeles, CA · 6d

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818 Tequila Bares All in its Biggest Campaign Yet, "Nothing Extra."

Kendall Jenner's 818 Tequila puts the spotlight on what's inside the bottle in its new campaign, as the brand continues its rapid U.S. growth. LOS ANGELES, Nov. 9, 2026 -- 818 Tequila's new campaign teases a reveal, but the only thing naked is the tequila. Launched today, "Nothing Extra." is the award-winning tequila brand's largest campaign to date, combining playful creativity with ingredient transparency that puts the tequila's quality and craftsmanship at the center of the story.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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This LA Restaurant Has Lasted 20+ Years, Thanks to Community and a Telephone

In today's tough-as-nails dining business, longevity is hoped for, never guaranteed. So when it happens in an industry and city notorious for turnover like Los Angeles, it's worth paying attention. One such establishment is Providence, which has kept its doors open for 21 years and counting. That's significant. In 2025...

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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Carl’s Jr. Fans Gasp At A $19.17 Chicken Tender Combo And Recall Spicy Chicken Sandwiches Costing $1.29 In 2019, Saying Only Jack In The Box And In N Out Are Still Cheap

There was a time when a Carl’s Jr. run meant a cheap, satisfying burger. These days,...

Los Angeles, CA · 2d

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Sizzler’s ‘Brand Excavation’: Classic LA steakhouse digs into what made it so great

Not a day goes by that Sizzler doesn’t think about its customers. Its calendar is dotted with promotions that make it easy and affordable for people to celebrate moments — big and small. This month, on Nov. 11, veterans and active duty military receive a complimentary lunch and beverage — no ID necessary — and on Thanksgiving Day, diners can come in for a Thanksgiving Day plate for $19.99. In December, guests can participate in Sizzler’s Letters to Santa Program. In February, anyone with a birthday on Feb. 14, aka “Forgotten Birthdays,” may dine on any other date of the month and receive a free dinner.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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Alexander’s the Great: A classic American, Japanese fusion steakhouse

Alexander’s Steakhouse stands out for a handful of reasons. It is a classic American steakhouse with hints of Japanese influence on the menu. The seafood selection is not an afterthought; it is the same high quality as the steaks, which are certified Angus beef, corn-fed from the Midwest. It...

Los Angeles, CA · 5d

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Dog Haus signs four area directors who plan a total of 400 units

This week, Dog Haus announced the latest phase in its strategy to push across the country with four new area directors signed on to open a total of 400 restaurants in the South and Mid-Atlantic. The moves are all part of the Pasadena, California-based fast-casual chain’s plan to speed development...

Pasadena, CA · 1d

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This DOUBLE-DIPPED Sandwich Keeps Locals LINING UP at a Chinatown Counter in Los Angeles, California

Open daily, 6 AM–10 PM (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas) Since 1918, cooks at Philippe the Original in Los Angeles have been dunking French rolls into hot beef juice. 🥖. The house still recommends you get yours double-dipped, top and bottom. The counter on the edge of Chinatown traces its...

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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Mel’s Drive in Diner is facing threats of demolition

Mel’s Drive-In Diner is facing threats of demolition so it can be turned into a high-rise apartment complex. ValueRock Realty, the property owner, acquired the plot in October 2020. On Sept. 18, they submitted a formal proposal to tear down the existing structure, according to city records. However, Mel’s...

Santa Monica, CA · 4d