Shaherzad is a classic Persian spot in Westwood and one of the oldest restaurants in the neighborhood.

A Ri Rang is a beloved Korean spot in San Gabriel known for its soon tofu and combination plates.

The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills is the stuff of LA legends, and stocked with 300-500 different types of cheese.

Lalibela is a classic restaurant in Little Ethiopia with one of the best plant-based meals in town: The Veggie Utopia.

El Cochinito is family-owned restaurant in Silver Lake serving the best Cuban sandwich in the world. Seriously.

La Mascota is a Boyle Heights institution and one of our favorite Mexican bakeries in LA.

Sabor Colombiano in Pico-Union serves excellent Colombian fare, including tamales.

Thien Huong is a Vietnamese restaurant in Chinatown’s Far East Plaza serving solid bowls of bun bo hue.

Yang Chow is a Chinatown classic known for their famous slippery shrimp.

Il Pastaio is a Beverly Hills classic and the closest the city has to a true neighborhood pasta spot.

Cortina’s is a long-standing Italian deli and market in Anaheim with fantastic cold-cut sandwiches and pizza.

Aleppo’s Kitchen is a fantastic Syrian restaurant in Anaheim with a big patio ideal for groups.

Anaheim Packing House is a massive food and beverage hall in downtown Anaheim and a great night out for all ages.

Gigi’s is a Cuban bakery and cafe in Historic Filipinotown with some of the best sandwiches and pastries in town.

This spot on 6th Street is open 24 hours, and is always packed with groups huddled over one of our favorite dishes in Koreatown - their galbi jjim.

Marouch is an iconic Armenian/Lebanese restaurant in East Hollywood that does amazing things with mezze.