Best restaurants in Los Angeles

15 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many commenters recommend Quarter Sheets, with a few singling out its square and Sicilian-style pies and a couple recommending its Detroit-style pizza. A couple of commenters say the desserts are very good, one singling out the cakes and pies, and one says the atmosphere is nice. One commenter notes the Detroit-style pizza is an elevated take rather than true Detroit style. Caveats: a couple of commenters find it overhyped, another finds it just okay, and one enjoyed it but feels the wait and parking outweigh the pizza.

14 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles

People widely recommend Langer's Delicatessen, and a few commenters rank it above Canter's. One commenter calls it the top pastrami choice, another singles out the knish, and one diner now orders corned beef instead of pastrami. One commenter did not care for the bread but may try it again, while a different commenter calls the bread a highlight.

12 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many people list Apollonia's among LA's top pizza spots, and several commenters single out its Detroit-style pie. Several rank it above rival pizzerias, though two commenters rate its New York-style pie at or below rivals such as The Coop and Esco's. A couple of commenters mention long lines and heavy crowds.

12 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Many people recommend BCD Tofu House, and several commenters name it as a late-night option. One commenter notes that a visit there is never a quick one.

12 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many commenters recommend Pizzeria Sei for its pizza: one diner picks it for Neapolitan pizza, and a couple recommend its Tokyo-style Neapolitan pies. One diner calls the Diavola the best there, and others name the fungi, the truffle and mushroom pies and the marinara. One commenter suggests leaving room for the tiramisu. One commenter suggests ordering takeout or reserving a table in advance, as they feel it sells out quickly. One commenter calls it overhyped and reports a long wait.

11 people recommend, 2 warn against itcounted across its outletsvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many people recommend Zankou Chicken, which has several branches; one commenter says the Glendale location hits pretty good, especially at lunch. One commenter names the Zelzah / Chatsworth branch as the most flavorful and another says the Hollywood location still tastes great. A couple of commenters say quality has slipped, one naming the West LA branch. Two commenters find it middling, and one finds the rotisserie chicken dry. One commenter is hooked on the garlic paste, while another says it tastes more like hummus than the traditional version.

Glendale

10 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many people recommend Santouka, and a few call it among the best ramen around. One commenter singles out the tonkotsu at the Mitsuwa food court location, another picks the miso, and one praises the special pork add-on.

10 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many people recommend Kismet, with its Culver City, East Hollywood and Studio City locations all mentioned. Two commenters single out the potatoes, and one calls it a favorite clean-eating lunch option.

Culver City

9 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Many commenters recommend Holbox, and a few praise its seafood, with one commenter singling out the octopus taco. A couple say it is worth returning to, and one notes it suits eating there very often.

9 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many people recommend Tatsu, and a few single out its ramen, including the bold ramen, which one commenter calls a favorite. One commenter says it is good across all its locations and another calls the Sawtelle branch the best around. One commenter says it never has the line Tsujita does, and a group of diners thinks it beats Daikokuya. One commenter who used to live near Melrose is unsure the quality still holds.

8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, X, r/FoodLosAngeles

People recommend Sun Nong Dan, with one commenter singling out the beef bone broth, another the oxtail meal that arrives on fire and, in one X post, the sizzling short rib stew. A few commenters name it as a late-night spot. The main caveat is one commenter saying quality has dropped since it expanded, and the same X post calls the room cafeteria-like.

7 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many commenters recommend Shin Sen Gumi, which has more than one outlet. One commenter names the Central Ave branch and calls it better than Daikokuya, and another praises the Sawtelle branch's small plates; one commenter cites its ramen and yakitori. One commenter ranks Daikokuya above it overall, saying Shin Sen Gumi might come out ahead only on noodle texture, and another puts a City of Industry ramen shop first.

Central Ave

7 people recommendvia r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Many people recommend DeSano's, and two commenters praise its pizza, with one saying it is the best they have tried so far. Two commenters praise the space, one says it suits large groups, and another notes a large parking lot. Another calls it consistently reliable and singles out the meatballs, while a commenter says it is good for watching soccer.

7 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Several people recommend The Coop, a couple for its no-frills New York-style pizza, and one commenter finds it better than Apollonia's. One commenter calls it a hidden gem, and another lists it among solid pizza spots in Palms and Mar Vista.

7 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many commenters pick The Cheesecake Factory as a place they could eat at every day, pointing to its huge menu that is hard to tire of; the Americana branch in Glendale is the one named. A couple describe the food as decent or consistently good. One says they do not particularly like it but would still pick it for the menu, and another reports a poor personal experience.

7 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/AskLosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Most people recommend Sonoratown, with several praising it highly and one commenter saying it has never failed. One commenter suggests it for people staying near downtown. One commenter disagrees, calling it trash and asking why anyone would choose it given how strong local Mexican food is.

6 people recommendvia r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

People recommend n/naka, with one commenter calling the food fantastically thoughtful and saying it never serves the same dish twice, and another dropping in on impulse. One commenter likes it for kaiseki, and one praises its to-go window. One commenter names it as a place that feels out of reach.

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many commenters recommend Danny Boy's, with a few picking it for New York-style pizza and one commenter also picking it for Detroit-style. One commenter found the pizza delicious but very greasy.

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Most commenters recommend Cole's, and several say it beats Philippe's, which one diner feels has slipped. One commenter who has not visited in years says Cole's used to be their favorite, and another has always preferred it. One commenter likes everything else there but finds the sandwiches ordinary and prefers Philippe's.

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many people recommend Bavel, and one commenter calls it extremely good. Several replies simply agree with the pick.

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles, r/AskLosAngeles

Several commenters name Howlin' Ray's among their picks, and one says they love it. A couple of commenters thought it deserved more mentions.

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many people recommend L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele, and a couple of commenters name it as the traditional Neapolitan pick. One commenter suggests it for Italian-style pizza, and another calls it pretty good.

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many commenters recommend Brent's, with one diner picking the black pastrami Reuben and ranking its pastrami sandwich second-best in LA. Another praises the big, varied menu that suits light or hearty meals. One commenter says it is far ahead of Canter's, and another would order the latkes daily.

6 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Many people recommend Pizzeria Bianco, with a couple of commenters praising the pistachio pie and a couple praising the marinara pie. Another commenter calls the pizza excellent, and one says adding anchovies makes it the standout. One commenter notes it is a sit-down place that takes reservations.

6 people recommendvia r/AskLosAngeles

Many commenters recommend Crispy Pork Gang, and a couple point to its late-night hours. One commenter recommends the gang noodle soup, and another says it is open around the clock and delivers.

6 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Commenters recommend Osawa in Pasadena, and a couple call it top tier. One commenter says the atmosphere and food recall time in Japan, another says it is known for its shabu shabu, and another notes it has been around for over a decade. Not everyone agrees: one commenter calls it mid, and another found the food and service mediocre across two visits and will not return.

Pasadena

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

People recommend Azizam, a Persian restaurant in Silver Lake. One commenter says it serves lesser-known Iranian dishes not found at other Persian spots in LA and has a great wine list, and another adores it.

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Several commenters recommend Houston's, and a couple back it as an answer to an everyday-meal question. One diner says the Pasadena location has been their regular spot for decades.

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Several people recommend Masa, and several name its deep dish pizza. One commenter says every visit to the Echo Park location has gone well.

Echo Park

5 people recommendvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Several commenters name Sugarfish as a sushi pick, and one explains it is not the best sushi in LA but is so good and has so many locations that it works wherever they are in the city.

5 people recommendvia r/LosAngeles, r/FoodLosAngeles

Several people recommend Simpang Venice, and commenters call it amazing and really good. One commenter lists it among spots worth trying nearby and pushes back on the idea that the area lacks options.

5 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Several commenters recommend California Chicken Cafe. One diner would happily eat it daily and another says it has never disappointed. Others are less sold: one calls it extremely average and always crowded, another strongly disagrees that it is the best, one wonders whether it beats a supermarket rotisserie chicken, and another finds the chicken bland while loving the sides.

5 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Several commenters recommend Menya Tigre, and one diner says its curry ramen has long been their favorite ramen on Sawtelle. Another finds the whole menu inventive, and one gives it a perfect score. Two commenters push back that it is ranked too high, and one says it should not sit above Tsujita.

Sawtelle

5 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/FoodLosAngeles

Several people recommend Pizzana, with one commenter singling out the cannoli and another suggesting it for Italian-style pizza. One commenter says it needs no reservation at off-peak times. Two commenters raise caveats: one does not think the Marina del Rey branch is as good as Brentwood, and another found one pizza too salty to eat.