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Clifton's Quietly Reopens as Sanctuary, Eyes Meow Wolf-Style Future in DTLA

The landmark Clifton's building in downtown Los Angeles has quietly come back to life, open Thursdays through Sunday under new operators who are not even allowed to call it Clifton's anymore. Neil Biondich and Alex McCullough are running the space instead as Sanctuary, with plans that stretch from a daily live-action role-playing game to two restaurants and a vision of turning the century-old building into, as one of them puts it, an international destination.

Los Angeles, CA · 5d
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We Ranked California’s Best Thai Restaurants And These 12 Are The Ones That Made The List

One spot on this list serves its spicy curries on disposable plates, and that’s part of the charm. Another built its whole reputation around roasted duck and jade noodles. Then there’s a vegetarian kitchen in a polished, modern room making crunchy sides meant to mimic duck skin. I have to give that one credit for pure creativity.

California · 4d
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Asian California grocery chain to close 2 supermarkets, cutting 103 jobs

California’s wave of grocery store closures is growing again. Tawa Inc., the operator of 99 Ranch Market, has filed plans to permanently close supermarkets in Chino and Pleasanton, affecting 103…

Chino, CA · 6d

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This California Pie Shop Makes Thanksgiving Dessert Worth Skipping The Homemade Baking For

A former attorney walked away from law to bake pies full time. That might be the best closing argument I’ve ever heard. Her recipes come from generations of women in her family back in North Carolina. Now they fill an 11-inch deep-dish crust in California, made from scratch with organic produce whenever possible.

Los Angeles, CA · 3d
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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 · 5d

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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 · 3d

Cultivated Comfort

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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 · 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 · 8d

Eater

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Every Los Angeles 2026 Eater Award Winner, Mapped

The best restaurants, bars, and bakeries of 2026, according to Eater editors. Rebecca Roland is the deputy editor of the Southern California/Southwest region, who covers the evolving landscape of LA’s food scene. Los Angeles has had an exciting year in dining, with the ever-expanding culinary scene adding new...

Los Angeles, CA · 2d

The Coconut Mama

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Two longtime California restaurants close after more than 40 years amid construction changes

For generations of Southern California residents, Dana Point Harbor has been more than a place to launch a boat or watch the sunset. It has also been home to beloved…

Southern California, CA · 5d

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 · 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 · 5d

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11 Wacky Restaurants In California Where Dining Is Downright Fun

Searching for wacky restaurants in California where dining is downright fun?. These 11 restaurants bring bold themes, great food, and seriously good times!. 1. One Piece Cafe (Los Angeles) If you’ve been looking for a dining experience that goes way beyond just sitting down and ordering food, the One Piece...

California · 8d

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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 · 4d

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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 · 3d

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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 · 3d

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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 · 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 · 6d

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 · 6d

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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 · 6d