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Where to find the perfect French fries in LA that are not too soggy or too crispy. -
Providence, the two-star Michelin restaurant on Melrose, offers a tableside margarita that costs 100 bucks. Is it worth it? -
Under the ownership of Jeffrey Ige, the beloved Japanese restaurant stays true to its heritage, serving comfort food that has connected generations of LA residents.
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As steep as your checks have gotten, restaurants are closing a-plenty. The math just doesn't work. What's going on?
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Hundreds of Angelenos line up for one last comfort meal. Barring a miracle, The Pantry is set to close today.
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Egg prices have been going through the roof.
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The restaurant is one of a few surviving structures on its block of Fair Oaks Avenue and is serving displaced residents and first responders in the parking lot.
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Eating a plant-based diet doesn’t have to cost the earth.
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Explore the differences between traditions, from Sichuan’s spicy mala to Japan’s delicate shabu-shabu and Korea’s hearty jeongol.
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Some restaurants in Malibu, the Palisades and Santa Monica, like those throughout the industry, were already on life support after pandemic lockdowns, the Hollywood writers strike and inflation.
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Grits and eggs, Taiwanese dishes, and omelettes galore — some of you even claim certain breakfast burritos can even "change your life."
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Boichik bagels from the Bay Area and New York’s H&H bagels are opening stores in LA this month.
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We found some of the most wallet-friendly sandwiches in all of L.A.
Sweetlovers, your time has come as L.A. hits peak pastry.
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A legal battle has erupted between the family that operated the business for nearly 30 years and the property owners.
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The Pasadena restaurateur and candy maker, known for her sea salt caramels and community spirit, has died.Listen 0:37
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Witness rhythmic rice, pounding taiko drums and fresh mochi-making.
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From diasporic cuisines to smaller portions, here's what's bubbling up.
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Starting in 2026, California tortillas will contain folic acid to help prevent birth defects—a change aimed at closing a gap for Latina mothers.
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The James Beard winner discussed his memories of his mom's food, earning respect from the tías, and restaurant pricing myths.
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LAist food and culture writer Gab Chabran looks back on a year of eating.
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Some of the best chefs and eateries in Los Angeles are elevating the portable masa meal to Michelin levels.
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An LAist correspondent's recipe for the simmered, holiday fruit punch from Mexico and Central America — and the meaning behind it.
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Walk past that bottle of Josh and stock up on one from L.A. winemakers who love the region as much as you do.
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A Jersey breakfast icon lands in Hermosa Beach.
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December can be a stressful time of year, but these specialty sips and festive teas will have you fa-la-la-la-la-ing in love with the season all over again.
