Horses is a bistro in Hollywood with an “anything-is-possible-tonight” feel and excellent food that we can only describe as Californian.

Roots is an excellent Indian cafe on Melrose and an ideal respite in an always-busy neighborhood.

Ixlb Dimsum Eats is a Hollywood Chinese spot with very solid takeout dim sum.

Oui Bakery is home to some of the best sandwiches in Hollywood.

La Monarca Bakery & Cafe in Hollywood makes some of our favorite pan dulce around.

Inti Peruvian is a Hollywood spot serving classic Peruvian food.

Natalie’s Peruvian Seafood in Hollywood is a perfect spot for a big seafood lunch.

Mario’s Peruvian and Seafood is a Hollywood spot we like a lot.

La Numero Uno in Hollywood is a Salvadoran-Mexican cantina that serves excellent pupusas.

LA Rose Cafe is a Hollywood Filipino spot known for its great kamayan feasts.

Gigi’s is a French spot in Hollywood that’s one of the best parties in town right now.

The Barish is an Italian steakhouse inside The Hollywood Roosevelt where Old Hollywood clichés feel brand new.

Kensho is a tiny Japanese restaurant on the grounds of Yamashiro in Hollywood, and one of LA’s most personal dining experiences.

Secret Pizza is a pop-up in Hollywood serving excellent New York-style street pizza.

Tlayuda L.A. is a women-owned Oaxacan spot in Hollywood with - you guessed it - great tlayudas.

Phenakite is a new fine-dining concept in Hollywood by the people behind Porridge + Puffs