Kappo Osen is where you’ll find our favorite sushi in Santa Monica.

The Donut Man, a legendary dessert shop in Glendora, now has a second location in the Grand Central Market. Get the strawberry donuts (or else).

A’s BBQ is an excellent Chicano pop-up serving smoked meats, smashburgers, and fried chicken sandwiches.

Ray’s BBQ in Huntington Park serves Texas-style smoked meats that rival the ones in the Lone State.

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

Apollonia's is a Mid-Wilshire pizzeria with an off-menu square pie you need to try.

Moo’s Craft BBQ in Lincoln Heights is serving some of the best BBQ in California.

Quarter Sheets doesn’t just make the best Detroit-style pizza in LA, it makes some of the best pizza, period.

Cha Cha Cha is a rooftop Mexican restaurant in the Arts District with good food, strong cocktails, and amazing views.

Soulmate is scene-y Spanish restaurant in West Hollywood with good tapas and an even better patio.

All Season is a massive brewery in Mid-Wilshire - and a fantastic place to day drink.

JJ Bakery has locations across the SGV, and all of them have a great selection of Taiwanese breads and desserts.

KG Bakery has been selling cakes and Vietnamese pastries in Echo Park since 1980.

Laroolou is a Filipino pie kiosk operating out of Amboy in Chinatown.

Sugarbloom’s pastries are available all over the city, and we especially love their kimchi and SPAM musubi croissants.

Bulgogi Hut is a fun, laid-back ACYE KBBQ restaurant in Ktown that’s perfect for this moment.