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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.

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Vinyl and Velvet

Downtown LA Diner Famous For Its Buttered Sourdough Toast Is Reopening Nov. 19 After Closing In 2025, Under A New Owner Who Never Ate There Before

Bacon sizzling on the grill, heavy mugs clattering onto tables and thick planks of buttered sourdough toast. That is the soundtrack of the Original Pantry Cafe, and it is about to come back to downtown Los Angeles. The historic diner reopens Nov. 19 after a closure of more than a year and a half. The […]

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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 · 6d

The Coconut Mama

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 · 5d

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4 Things You Should Never Ask a Server, According to Restaurant Pros

Respect the restaurant’s menu and cultural identity by enjoying the dishes as intended, and don’t make requests that disrupt the restaurant’s workflow. Avoid asking servers overly personal questions, and handle payment and tipping thoughtfully to keep the dining experience smooth for everyone. Servers have heard it all,...

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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.

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Food & Wine

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 · 1d

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The Untold Origin Story of L.A.’s Most Iconic Shrimp Taco

If I had to choose just one taco to represent Los Angeles, it’s the taco dorado de camarón from Mariscos Jalisco. It’s nearly perfect in every way. Texturally, it’s crunchy on the edges and custardy in the middle. It’s refreshing, thanks to the thick, gazpacho-adjacent tomato salsa with tender, roughly chopped bits of cabbage. It hits you in the face with just enough of its velvety, ultra-secret filling of briny chopped shrimp, onion, and who knows what else, which L.A. TACO has confirmed is totally free of potato, by the way, despite those who say otherwise. Countless recipes online have tried to replicate the taco; even Matty Matheson has tried to crack it, but nothing will ever be like Mariscos Jalisco.

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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 · 5d

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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 · 4d

Gourmetory

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…

Yahoo!

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...

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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 · 6d

The Coconut Mama

Baba’s Hot Chicken opening 3 new locations in California (38 around the U.S.)

Baba’s Hot Chicken is planning three more restaurants in California, with Irvine, Roseville and Napa on the list. The Riverside-born chain is joining a state where other fried-chicken brands are…

California · 3d

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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.

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Cultivated Comfort

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 · 3d

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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 · 7d

Eater

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...

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