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Shop vintage, grab mariscos at Smorgasburg’s East LA marketplace this Saturday

The Eastside Living marketplace at Eugene A. Obregon Park is part of a collaboration between Smorgasburg LA and the county to highlight local vendors. The post Shop vintage, grab mariscos at Smorgasburg’s East LA marketplace this Saturday appeared first on LA Local .

Los Angeles, CA · 2d

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Big Brian’s Meats to Open First Brick-and-Mortar in Lakewood

An award-winning barbecue company that grew from backyard cooking into one of Southern California’s most visible catering operations is opening its first permanent location in Lakewood. Big Brian’s Meats will open at 5574 South St., near the intersection of Bellflower Boulevard and South Street. Big Brian’s Meats’ menu...

Lakewood, CA · 3d
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Grocery bags delivered across Redlands ahead of annual food drive

REDLANDS, Calif. — Thousands of brown paper grocery bags have been distributed to homes across Redlands and surrounding communities this week ahead of the Family Service Association's annual Fall Food Drive on Saturday, Nov. 14. Residents who received a bag are asked to fill it with nonperishable food donations...

Redlands, CA · 1d
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Hof’s Hut Celebrates Thanksgiving with Classic Holiday Meals, Take-Home Feasts and a Tradition of Making Forever Memories

Iconic Southern California casual dining destination has been serving delicious comfort food and bringing generations together since 1951. Guests can enjoy a festive Thanksgiving meal at any of Hof’s Hut’s three Southern California locations in Seal Beach, Long Beach and Torrance, or bring the celebration home with a complete Holiday Feast. Whether continuing a longtime family tradition or starting a new one, Hof’s Hut invites guests to make the holiday season memorable with the comforting flavors and welcoming hospitality that have defined the brand for generations.

Long Beach, CA · 11h
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Riverside coffee shop celebrates culture at Día de los Muertos Market Night

Mundial Coffee hosted its annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Market Night on Nov. 6 to celebrate the end of the holiday’s festivities. “The purpose is just to celebrate. We have local vendors that get to highlight and showcase their goods that they sell,” Jennifer Soto, Mundial Coffee owner, said. “People get dressed up for it and it’s such a joy to see everyone come together and everyone looks forward to this event with the live mariachis playing as well.”

Riverside, CA · 1d

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Silver Lake Alcohol Filing Points To El Condor Owners As Bar Plots Next Move

A newly filed alcohol license application for a Silver Lake Boulevard address has surfaced public records connecting the applicant, Condorita, to the owners of El Condor, the Sunset Boulevard bar that has anchored the neighborhood for a decade. The filing lists Condorita's address as 1639 Silver Lake Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026, and names Dustin James Lancaster as a member and manager of Condorita LLC.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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Thanksgiving pre-orders | Ravine Club opens in Echo Park | MEHKO Week

Before we get to this week’s restaurant news, a Thanksgiving heads-up: some preorder deadlines are as early as Nov. 18. Our Eastside Thanksgiving guide has the details on where to order everything from a full turkey dinner to tamales, kimchi smashed potatoes and guava cheese pie. The Ravine Club...

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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Sixth owner in 10 years takes over Echo Park Lake cafe

Echo Park—There's more change at the cafe at the Echo Park Lake Boathouse. The city’s Board of Recreation and Parks Commissioners voted last week to let VanillaBlack coffee company assume the remainder of a two-year contract for the cafe space. The company, which becomes the sixth concessionaire in 10 years, has operated at the spot since Aug. 29, when it opened during the Echo Park Rising festival, according to proprietor Vanessa Butler.

Los Angeles, CA · 12h

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Swarthmore Avenue’s K Bakery opens Thanksgiving preorders featuring oven-ready turkeys and pies

Palisadian customers have until Nov. 23 to reserve complete holiday meals, à la carte sides, and decorated cookies. Skip the multi-day kitchen prep this holiday season as Pacific Palisades favorite K Bakery launches preorders for its complete Thanksgiving dinner package and handcrafted seasonal desserts. Priced at $395 and designed...

Los Angeles, CA · 12h

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Fullerton, CA, Has A New Burger LEGEND Taking Locals By Storm

Open Daily Mon-Thurs 11:00 AM-8:30 PM | Fri-Sat 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM | Sun 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Picture a Fullerton burger joint where the beef comes from small family ranches. 🍔. The sauces are made in-house, and a college student helps run the show. That is Uptown...

Fullerton, CA · 2d

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Two California Institutions Closed After Four Decades, and Something Outside Their Doors Played a Part

Proud Mary's and Turk's closed their Dana Point Harbor locations on October 31, 2026, as the harbor's wharf area prepared to shut to the public for the next redevelopment phase. The closures mark a major change for one of Orange County's best-known waterfront dining areas.

Dana Point, CA · 4d

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Grab A Booth At Nick’s Cafe In Los Angeles, Where Ham And Eggs Have Ruled Since 1948

Some breakfast spots chase trends every season. Others just keep the griddle going and let the decades pile up. This one has been serving Los Angeles since 1948, back when Harry Truman was in the White House and a diner breakfast was the most reliable meal in town. It still opens at 6 in the morning, still closes in the early afternoon, and still draws lines of hungry people who are happy to wait for a seat at the counter.

Los Angeles, CA · 2d

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Seven California Basque Restaurants Serving Family-Style Meals

California has a Basque food tradition that many people have never heard about, and it is one of the most fun ways to eat in the state. Basque immigrants came to work as sheepherders, and the boarding houses that fed them grew into restaurants where food arrives in big shared bowls.

California · 4d

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Melrose's Retro Airplane Bar Grounds Itself for Good After Just 16 Months

The kitchen has already gone dark at Aviator Melrose, the retro airplane-themed bar that turned cocktail hour into a mock first-class cabin experience. The spot is set to serve its final round this Saturday, November 14, closing permanently just 16 months after it opened its doors in July 2025. Aviator...

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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El Barrio brings back the big dinner plate in Long Beach—with mañana’s lunch in mind

There is a particular kind of restaurant satisfaction that follows you home: the container in the fridge. The lunch you already have figured out. The feeling that the money you spent going out bought you something beyond a pleasant evening. El Barrio Cantina wants more of that. The modern Mexican...

Long Beach, CA · 3d

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Two Decades in, This Santa Monica Spot Is Still the Ultimate Neighborhood Restaurant

After several star chefs and many menu changes, the Santa Monica institution remains a local favorite by staying true to what made it special in the first place.

Santa Monica, CA · 2d

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Business Card Flashback: Literati 2 (Los Angeles)

Literati 2 was a short-lived but respected Brentwood restaurant with a seasonal focus. The restaurant operated from 2005-2009 and built on the success of neighboring Literati Cafe, an enduring UCLA student hangout that debuted in 2000. During a short, but memorable run, Campanile alum Chris Kidder employed a powerhouse kitchen...

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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Barney’s Beanery West Hollywood Celebrates Route 66 Centennial With $1 Chili Special

The historic West Hollywood restaurant has been serving travelers, locals and Hollywood icons for nearly a century, dating back to the days before Route 66 ran down Santa Monica Boulevard. A century of Route 66 calls for a little chili, and Barney’s Beanery is marking the milestone with a deal...

West Hollywood, CA · 2d

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King Taco Pop-Up Gives Las Vegas a Taste of East Los Angeles History

King Taco fans got a break from the drive to California this month. The Los Angeles chain set up a temporary location in downtown Las Vegas, close to where Sixth Street crosses Fremont Street, and a sizable line formed along the sidewalk soon after it opened. The short engagement ended Saturday, Nov. 7.

Las Vegas, NV · 2d

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Casa Palma Plans 2027 Opening at Topanga Village

A Mexican restaurant is planning to open at Topanga Village. Casa Palma is preparing to open a in Topanga Village, at 6316 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite 1110, according to the mall’s web directory. The restaurant is described as offering contemporary Mexican cooking shaped by California culture, fresh citrus, and...

Los Angeles, CA · 2d