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1. Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 748-9700
Categories:
American (New),
Italian
Neighbourhood: Downtown
I always have a wonderful time when I go to Wolfgang Puck Bar and grill.
My favorite dish is the Oven Roasted chicken with Yukon potato puree and rosemary sauce. Just the name makes me swoon in remembrance.
It's been too long.
I have tried their salads-…More »
2. Honey's Kettle Fried Chicken
OMG, Most delicious fried chicken I've ever had! ever!
And trust me, I am quite the connoisseur when it comes to fried chicken.
The taste, crispiness, look, everything about the chicken was absolutely perfect.
The fries- perfect.
The biscuits--…More »
3. Alcove Café & Bakery
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 644-0100
My friend told me one day, I have a surprise for you, I'm taking you on a date!
We drove to the alcove, and I was instantly in love.
I have never been to a more romantic place!
The inside area where you order your food is quaint and warmly decorated.…More »
4. Susina Bakery & Cafe
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 934-7900
Categories:
Bakeries,
Coffee & Tea,
Desserts
Neighbourhoods: Mid-City West, West Hollywood
The best thing about Susina Bakery is their ambiance.
Such a quaint little place, with beautiful wooden decor and beautiful displays.
It is really a great place to hang out and enjoy some delicious baked goods with friends at any time of the day or…More »
5. Grand Lux Cafe
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 855-1122
Categories:
American (New),
Desserts,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Mid-City West
This place is great!
I had been to the Las Vegas location inside the Venetian, and I was pleasantly surprised by the consistency and good service at this second location.
I wish I had a twin sister or partner that enjoyed eating the exact same dish as…More »
6. Toast Bakery Cafe
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 655-5018
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch,
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Mid-City West
I know this is over-hyped and whatnot,
but I gotta say, Toast is one of my FAVORITE brunch places in LA.
There is usually people swarming the outside, hoping to get a table, but i've always gone on saturday around noon and never had to wait more than…More »
7. Cafe Midi
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 939-9860
Categories:
French,
Salad,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Mid-City West
Trying to decide what to eat at Cafe Midi during lunchtime may take about 25% of your lunch hour- so beware! It's a good idea to come prepared with a few ideas about what you would like to eat... because their menu is SO BIG. One full page of the…More »
8. Munch
Absolutely delightful meal and service from beginning to end.
The black bean burger with soy mozarella was HEAVEN.
Loved the lentil and tortilla soups,
the bread was tasty,
the lemonade was PERFECT!
The server was so friendly and nice, coming by with…More »
9. El Rocoto
Came here for mother's day dinner.
the wait (40 minutes) was very reasonable, and they notified us by cell-phone that our table was ready.
Server (Rumi) was wonderful! despite the fact that she was shuffling back and forth from the 6 different tables,…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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5/2/2011
Delicious.
Huancaina sauce= fresh and cheesy and delicious.
Tallarin verde- soooo good, and green and… Read more »
10. Tiara Café
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 623-3663
Categories:
American (New),
Coffee & Tea
Neighbourhood: Downtown
This restaurant was such a nice little surprise on a Sunday afternoon.
After an event nearby, my friend suggested we try Tiara cafe, as she had heard great things about it!
It was a bit difficult finding the entrance, but I will attribute that to my…More »
11. Maggiano's Little Italy
Maggiano's is always a solid good meal, and a solid good time.
They have good service, good quality food, good selection of dishes.
But it doesn't really stand out- it's a lot more chain-ish than they try to be.
I've tried going with smaller parties-…More »
12. Panera Bread
Panera bread lived up to the hype.
The sandwiches were sooooo tasty!
The mac and cheese was so good. I was supposed to be sharing it with my friends, but I would subtly spoon as much mac and cheese into my mouth as I could without looking starved and…More »
13. Swingers
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 393-9793
Categories:
American (Traditional),
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Santa Monica
This diner gets 5 stars for ambiance, food and sentimental value.
I spent many nights in the company of good friends while sipping on chai lattes or a red velvet cupcake.
Their breakfast food is delicious-- service is alright- can't complain.
And…More »
14. The Cheesecake Factory
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 634-0511
Categories:
American (New),
Desserts,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Mid-City West
I've been to this particular location a couple of times... the food is generically the same at every location, so it's kind of hard to mess that up.
The service was slightly off this past week, I went for dinner, and the wait was ridiculous. I was…More »
15. Syrup Desserts
Los Angeles, CA 90014
(213) 488-5136
Categories:
Desserts,
Coffee & Tea,
Juice Bars & Smoothies
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Syrup has a great atmosphere. It's a dessert bar! the perfect location for a crowd that doesn't quite want dinner and doesn't quite want to go barhopping.clubbing. Nice place to hang out with friends.
They have a wide array of desserts. I tried the…More »
16. Porto's Bakery & Cafe
CHEESE ROLLS!
I liked their empanadas too, although I don't quite understand this "cuban" way of putting peas in carrots inside empanadas. Keep them peas and carrots OUT of my empanadas please!!!!
The line was looooooooong, had to wait outside for a…More »
17. Islands
Oh Islands, how I dream of you.
A maui chicken burger on a whole wheat bun and some fries- HEAVEN!
But...
WHY did you have to include calories on your menu?
Now i don't know if I could return knowing that my meal of choice surpasses my daily caloric…More »
18. Roscoe's House of Chicken & Waffles
I never knew what I was missing.
I never knew chicken and waffles is truly the combination from heaven.
The wait was long- but we got to sit in the jazz lounge attached and some VERY nice servers constantly checked to see if we needed anything.
The food…More »
19. Gelato Bar
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 668-0606
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Griffith Park/Los Feliz
As soon as I walked in I zeroed on the dark brown gelato.
(I'm a sucker for chocolate- I basically don't bother to try any other flavor. Ever)
Imagine my surprise when i read that it was actually dark chocolate sorbetto! (meaning in contains none of…More »
20. The French Pantry
I was in the glorious French Pantry one time, one sole, life-changing time.
It was possibly the best food I've ever had.
The bread is crispy and fresh and delicious.
The sandwiches are made from fresh ingredients.
The lemonade was delicious.
The…More »
21. Viztango Cafe
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 745-8050
Categories:
American (New),
Italian
Neighbourhood: South Los Angeles
OMFG! They have a FOOD TRUCK!
I found it randomly in the Miracle mile, by LACMA, and i HAD to have my favorite- homemade ravioli.
It was cheaper than the restaurant- 5.95.
And every bit as delicious.
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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10/19/2010
Viztangos was my mama all through my USC college life.
When midterms and finals and papers and life… Read more »
22. Boston Market
I love Boston Marketttttt
When you're in the mood for a quick meal that doesn't come in a bun, is not deep fried and contains recognizable parts of chicken, then Boston Market is a definite yes!
I always order their delicious quarter chicken with mash…More »
23. Spitz
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 613-0101
Categories:
Sandwiches,
Mediterranean,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Little Tokyo
Spitz definitely makes my top 10 restaurants in LA.
It's about the only place where you can get a street-style Mediterranean wrap. (Other places are very plate-y and formal)
Lavash wraps are delicious (I order street cart style and chicken donner.)
The…More »
24. Marie Callender's Grill
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 937-7952
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Mid-City West
I love Callender's Grill, I work right by there, and it's the perfect place to meet friends that visit me during my lunch hour.
Service is ok- slow sometimes but it's understandable- it's quite popular during lunch and dinner. It's super…More »
25. Yuko Kitchen
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 933-4020
Category:
Japanese
Neighbourhood: Mid-City West
I absolutely love Yuko's Kitchen.
Going there during the week for lunch is such a treat- and I don't have to spend lots of money on it!
Let's start with the atmosphere-- The asian-zen decor and the bamboo/leafy plants gives it this very relaxing earthy…More »
26. Doublz
YUM seasoned fries!
YUM Onion rings!
YUM Chicken sandwich!
Crap location- as eeeeveryone and their moms below just said- it's infested with high schoolers that think Justin Beiber is the ultimate performer and that skull necklaces are 'so cool'.
You get…More »
27. The Cheesecake Factory
Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 584-6000
Categories:
Desserts,
American (Traditional),
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Pasadena
I love this particular location of Cheesecake Factory- It's centric, I can go shopping at J crew while I wait for a table, and get gelato after dinner if I'm not in the mood for a cheesecake or pie.
The food always delivers- My family is obsessed with…More »
28. Urth Caffe
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 797-4534
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Desserts
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Urth gets 4 stars... it really should be 3 stars, but it gets 4 because of the ambiance and the downright coolness of its Arts District Location.
I feel so cool when i go to Urth Caffe.
Hehe... their drinks are good- spanish latte is a big hit.
Their…More »
29. Polly's Pies Restaurant
Great tasting food. The wait was a bit long- and it's understandable for a Sunday morning. But I think the waiting room could be a little less cluttered. There's rocking chairs and chairs and stools everywhere.
I had the eggs Benedict, California…More »
30. Diner On Main
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 281-3488
Categories:
Diners,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhood: Alhambra
I love you Diner on Main.
You're like a best friend- always reliable, always there when you need them.
Whenever I go, I tend to order the same thing- and it is rightly called the "Chicken Addiction"
I am addicted to your chicken addiction.
with sweet…More »
31. Lala's Argentine Grill
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 934-6838
Categories:
Latin American,
Steakhouses
Neighbourhoods: Mid-City West, West Hollywood
Lala's was the perfect location to catch up with my friend. As soon as we entered, we were warmly greeted and shown to our seats. The 2 seater tables are rather small, but we did not mind.
Ordered chicken and spinach empanadas= sooo delicious. I…More »
32. The Lab Gastropub
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 743-1843
Categories:
American (New),
Pubs,
Gastropubs
Neighbourhood: South Los Angeles
The LAB made the dire dining situation at USC just a bit more bearable. ( I am talking last year pre- campus center and fancy new food courts.)
My favorite dishes were the rosemary chicken burger with sweet potato fries, the buffalo wings and the…More »
33. Philippe The Original Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 628-3781
Categories:
Sandwiches,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Chinatown
Absolutely delicious.
Got the turkey french dip, a slice of cheesecake to share, and a lemonade.
TIP: get two lemonades, they're only 75 cents and served in small glasses.
My friend ordered a ham french dip, but I think the lady misheard her and gave…More »
34. Sprinkles Cupcakes
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 274-8765
I don't care what everybody else says.
All you cupcake connoisseurs out there that find flaws with the frosting, and the cake, and the size, and the price.
MY truth is, that biting into a Sprinkles cupcake feels like I've come home.
Yeah the frosting is…More »
35. Wingstop
Wingstop is my favorite place to go when I have the buffalo chicken craving.
This particular location isn't my favorite, but I came by due to some urgent wing cravings that could not be quenched. And it was in the way.
I ordered the boneless wings-…More »
36. Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle is known for serving solid good food. I ate at the Chipotle by USC quite frequently while I went there, and now that I work in the Miracle Mile, I was elated when I found out that they were opening a Chipotle a couple of blocks from my…More »
37. Coco's Bakery Restaurant
The service isn't 100% stellar,
but the food is so delicious that I cannot find it in my heart to take off any more stars.
Seriously though, servers should notice you and stuff, and the food kinda takes FOREVER to get to your table.
I love everything…More »
38. La Brea Bakery
La Brea Bakery has restored my faith in humanity.
(well at least in the city of LA)
Ladies and gentlemen, it IS possible to find fresh, delicious, crunchy bread this side of the Atlantic!
After the first bite, it was hard to hold back the tears... and…More »
39. Venecia Bakery
Love this bakery, my family gets their Mango cake for every birthday or special occasion.
I am looking forward to trying more of their stuff!
:)
40. Pizzeria da Enzo
I had such a delicious slice of Sicilian pizza in this little cafe.
It was so good, so perfect.
Staff was friendly,
and they have a LOT of other choices if you don't want pizza!
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