Where to Eat in Los Angeles
104 restaurants in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a city where the food reflects the sprawling neighbourhoods and cultures that make it unique. You'll find everything from Michelin-starred sushi bars to beloved late-night taco stands, Korean BBQ joints packed with locals, and breakfast spots worth lining up for. Whether you're hunting down a perfect shawarma wrap or settling into a table for omakase, the restaurant scene here rewards exploration.
Start with the classics: Pink's Hot Dogs, a LA institution, or hit Placita Olvera for traditional Mexican food and atmosphere. For something more refined, reserve a table at n/naka or Hayato for Japanese cuisine done with precision. Street food lovers should head to Ara's Shawarma, grab tacos from Tacos 1986 or Villa's Tacos at Grand Central Market, and chase it all with a morning breakfast burrito from Eggslut or Buela's Breakfast Burritos. Don't skip Smorgasburg LA for weekend market eating, or explore Hae Jang Chon Korean BBQ for a full-table experience.
The city's food culture thrives on both established names and neighbourhood gems—so come hungry and curious. LA's restaurants span every price point and style, from casual counters to tasting menus, making it easy to eat well no matter what you're in the mood for.
Ara's Shawarma
Ara's Shawarma, 12510 Vanowen St, Valley Glen, CA 91605, USAKindle's Donuts
Kindle's Donuts, 10003 Normandie Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90044, USAOki's Dog
Oki's Dog, 4601 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USAPink's Hot Dogs
Pink's Hot Dogs, 709 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, USA
Hayato
1320 E. 7th St., Ste. 126, Los Angeles, 90021, USAn/naka
3455 S. Overland Ave., Los Angeles, 90034, USAEigikutei
314 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USAPlacita Olvera
5-11 Olvera St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USAjilli modern sool jib
3905 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020, USAHae Jang Chon Korean BBQ Restaurant
3821 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020, USAGuelaguetza Restaurant
3014 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90006, USAYangmani
414 S Western Ave Unit E, Los Angeles, CA 90020, USATacos 1986
7235 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USAHelms Bakery
3220 Helms Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034, USAPigya
3400 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USAKTEAM BBQ
936 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90006, USAMar Vista Farmers' Market
12198 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066, USASushi Zo
9824 National Blvd Unit C, Los Angeles, CA 90034, USABest Damn Breakfast Burrito
4531 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016, USAThe Court Cafe
5496 W Centinela Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USASmorgasburg (Los Angeles)
777 S Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90021, USABuela's Breakfast Burritos
11419 Santa Monica Blvd Unit 20, Los Angeles, CA 90025, USAEggslut
317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USATacos 1986
609 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USAA Huevo Café
1645 Firestone Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90001, USATacos y Birria La Unica - Mid City
5871 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90019, USATacos El Pecas
1001-1021 S Soto St, Los Angeles, CA 90023, USATacos y Birria La Unica
2840 E Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023, USACasita Del Campo
1920 Hyperion Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USAVilla's Tacos - Grand Central Market
317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USAOtium
222 S Hope St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USALOQUI
803 Traction Ave #150, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USABestia
2121 E 7th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90021, USAPrime Selection Inc
10755 Sherman Way, Sun Valley, CA 91352, USAUmami Burger
1 World Wy, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USALA BREAKFAST BURRITOS
256 S Atlantic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90022, USAMax & Helen's
127 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004, USADon Chilaquiles
601 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USASushi by Scratch Restaurants: Beverly Hills
465 La Cienega Blvd Located inside SLS Hotel, Beverly Hills Beverly, 465 La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048, USAEarle's On Crenshaw
3864 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008, USASunset Rooftop
6099 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USAChosun Galbee
3330 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USAEmpieza Tu Dia Kon Huevos
1815w Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90047, USAPampas Grill Churrascaria
6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USAMountain San BBQ
928 S Western Ave Fl 3, Los Angeles, CA 90006, USANobu Los Angeles
903 N La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90069, USABroken Spanish
1050 Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90015, USABhan Kanom Thai
5271 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USAThe Original Farmers Market
6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USAGuerrilla Tacos
2000 E 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021, USARandy's Donuts
6100 94th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USAMet Her At A Bar
759 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USAMillie's Cafe
3524 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USAMariscos Jalisco
3040 E Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023, USASqirl
720 Virgil Ave #4, Los Angeles, CA 90029, USARépublique
624 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USAGenwa Korean BBQ (Mid Wilshire)
5115 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA
Silverlake Cafe
1733 Silver Lake Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USARicky's Burgers Mexican
KAURA BUILDING, 2604 San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90011, USAChego
727 N Broadway Teen Seating, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
Where to Eat in Los Angeles: FAQ
Where should I go for late-night food in LA?
Pink's Hot Dogs, Oki's Dog, and the taco stands like Tacos 1986 and Villa's Tacos at Grand Central Market are classic late-night spots. Many taco vendors stay open well into the evening.
What are the best neighbourhoods for eating out in Los Angeles?
Grand Central Market is a hub for street food and tacos. Placita Olvera offers traditional Mexican dining with historic charm. Different areas like Mar Vista (with the farmers' market) and scattered Korean BBQ restaurants across the city each have their own food scenes worth exploring.
Do I need reservations at LA restaurants?
Popular fine dining spots like n/naka and Hayato require advance reservations and can book up quickly. Casual spots, food markets, and taco stands are typically walk-in or short wait, but weekend brunch places like Eggslut can have lines.