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Three California Outback Steakhouse locations shutter

An Australian-themed steakhouse known for its seasoned steaks and signature dishes like the Bloomin Onion is closing three Southern California locations after an independently owned franchisee filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Cerca Trova Restaurant Group Holdings, which operates as Out West Restaurant Group, filed for bankruptcy Nov. 2 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, according to court records . The independently owned franchisee operates Outback Steakhouse restaurants in five western states. The bankruptcy filing follows the closure of 10 Outback restaurants in October and three additional locations earlier this year, according to Fast Company . The company has faced years of financial challenges, including declining customer traffic and rising food and labor costs. The Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection puts 61 remaining locations across the western United States up for sale. Which Outback Steakhouse locations in California recently closed? Outback closed 10 restaurants between Oct. 11 and Oct. 25, according to Fast Company. The franchisee said the restaurants were operating at a loss or generating insufficient revenue to cover occupancy expenses. The closures affected four states: Arizona, California, Colorado and Nevada. In California, three Outback Steakhouse locations closed across Los Angeles and Orange counties: Buena Park, Valencia,

Southern California, CA · 17h

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8 Hole-In-The-Wall Chinese Restaurants In California Where Lunch Specials Are Still Under $13

Want to find the best hole-in-the-wall Chinese restaurants in California without emptying your wallet?. These 8 Chinese restaurants serve up incredible lunch specials and big, satisfying flavors!. 1. Golden Wall Chinese Cuisine (La Mirada) Tucked into a strip mall on Imperial Highway, Golden Wall Chinese Cuisine is the kind of...

California · 6d
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Locals Can’t Get Enough of the Homestyle Breakfasts at This Small-Town California Diner

Ojai, California has a diner called Bonnie Lu’s Country Cafe, and once the locals find it, they never really stop going back. If you’ve been looking for proof that the best meals in California aren’t always found in big cities, here it is. Let’s start with Ojai...

Ojai, CA · 3d
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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 · 3d
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5 SoCal restaurants make OpenTable's top 100

LOS ANGELES — OpenTable, an online restaurant-reservation service, named five Southern California restaurants Wednesday to its Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 list. The Los Angeles eateries are Dunsmoor in Glassell Park, Providence in Hollywood and the Musso & Frank Grill in Hollywood. Orange County honorees are Naisho Omakase in Costa Mesa and Strong Water in Anaheim.

Los Angeles, CA · 2d

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Massis Kabob Celebrates 50 Years With Community Festival and Landmark Expansion At Hollywood Burbank Airport

GLENDALE — Massis Kabob, the beloved family-owned Southern California restaurant chain, celebrated a remarkable milestone: 50 years of serving generations of families and communities across Los Angeles. To mark the occasion, the restaurant hosted a special 50th Anniversary Community Festival on Sunday, November 1, at its flagship Glendale location at 301 S. Glendale Ave.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

Eater

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Orange County Dining Juggernaut Kei Concepts Is Finally Expanding Into LA

What began 12 years ago as a single Buena Park pho shop has evolved into Kei Concepts, one of Orange County’s most dominant restaurant groups. Co-founded by James Beard-nominated chef Viet Nguyen, the group’s portfolio now spans nine unique brands — ranging from Italian-Japanese fusion to contemporary Chinese — across 14 locations and 1,200 employees.

Orange County, CA · 3d

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Celebrate ‘International Churro Day’ at Churrería El Moro

Since 1935, the iconic Mexico City institution that has grown in popularity has made its way to three locations across Southern California: Echo Park, Costa Mesa and La Habra. Churrería El Moro is now introducing a new celebration, marking “International Churro Day” on November 11th with $1 churros.

Los Angeles, CA · 15h

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California Dining: New Eateries in LA, SD and SF

* The Aries Rooftop Restaurant and Lounge will open Nov. 11 on the top floor of the 11-story Hotel La Jolla on San Diego’s north side. The project is spearheaded by veteran restaurateur Alessandro Minutella and co-managing partner Giancarlo Guttilla, who together also run Zama and AKA in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. Aries’ interiors were designed by Cassandra Builer of Huntress Decor and draw inspiration from the glamour of European seaside destinations such as Saint-Tropez and Cannes, project backers said in a news release. The space has operated under several names over hotel’s 50-plus year history; it was most recently Sea & Sky, a seafood restaurant that opened in 2024. The hotel is a member of Hilton’s Curio Collection.

San Diego, CA · 18h

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5 Best Restaurants in El Monte, California You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

El Monte, California — a city where the San Gabriel Mountains rise blue and gentle beyond the rooftops, where bougainvillea spills over stucco walls, and where the scent of tortillas, pho, and barbecue mingles in the evening air. Here, neighborhoods are stitched together by generations of families, newcomers from across the Pacific, and dreamers who built their futures on these sun-warmed streets. The city hums with the laughter of children in pocket parks, the wisdom of elders at corner bakeries, and the quiet pride of shopkeepers who greet you by name.

El Monte, CA · 6d

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Landmark Restaurant Struggles To Stay Open

LOS FELIZ—On October 28, locals came out to support a local lively little tavern, Ye Rustic Inn, located at 1831 Hillhurst Avenue. The bar’s owner, Susan Wood, issued a plea for help on her Instagram page, drawing a crowd of supporters holding vigil as their favorite dive bar faces possible closure.

Los Angeles, CA · 3d

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Why Locals Are HOOKED on This Small Cafe Serving Big Breakfast Favorites in Anaheim, CA

Open Mon–Fri, 6 AM–2 PM | Sat, 7 AM–2 PM | Sun, 7 AM–1 PM. Anaheim has plenty of breakfast options, but The Brunch Cafe has earned affection through the everyday pleasures that keep a neighborhood spot in rotation. On East Miraloma Avenue, this small cafe...

Anaheim, CA · 4d

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Step Inside This Tiki-Themed California Steakhouse That’ll Transport You Straight Back To 1937

If you’ve been searching for a place that serves a magnificent steak while surrounding you with carved tiki masks and glowing aquariums, your search ends in Glendale, California. Damon’s Steak House is the kind of restaurant that makes you feel like you’ve been let in on a secret that...

Glendale, CA · 3d

Los Angeles Times

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Legendary downtown diner the Original Pantry reopens this month. Here's what's new

The century-old diner in downtown L.A. will reopen with both nostalgic and new menu items on Nov. 19 after being closed for a year and a half.

Los Angeles, CA · 1d

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2 Southern California Pizza Restaurants Serving Unique Pies and Creative Menus

California’s pizza scene offers much more than traditional pepperoni and cheese. Across Southern California, restaurants are … 2 Southern California Pizza Restaurants Serving Unique Pies and Creative Menus Read more

Southern California, CA · 4d

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Mike’s Red Tacos Opens New Pasadena Location

The viral birria restaurant Mike’s Red Tacos has officially opened its doors in Pasadena. Mike’s started as a San Diego food truck in 2021 and earned a spot on Yelp’s Top 100 U.S. Restaurants list in 2023. Pasadena marks their first location in the L.A. area. “Pasadena...

Pasadena, CA · 19h

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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 · 1d

Daily Trojan

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The Original Pantry Cafe reborn with new mission

The Original Pantry Cafe plans to stay true to it’s origins, bringing back its classic menu staples, including the coleslaw, pancakes and potatoes. It’s also rehired some of its long-time staff members. (Marina Yazbek / Daily Trojan) Pancakes, buttered sourdough toast hot off the griddle and other diner...

Los Angeles, CA · 1d