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We know. While we love living in SoCal, it can take quite a toll out of your pocket book, time and energy. That’s why we created Cheap Fast Eats — to give you a friend-in-the-know shortcut to finding tasty food you can grab quickly for $10-$15.We’ve been scouting out places for a couple of years now, and have gone as far afield as Santa Ana and the Valley, from Culver City to Pico Union. So check out our new fall edition — a curated list of places we think you’ll like for cool temps.
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Down south, a group of bagel makers is quietly generating excitement in the bagel-verse.Listen 0:49 -
L.A.'s multicultural dining scene is redefining Thanksgiving with offerings that reflect how the city actually eats.Listen 0:46 -
Koreatown's Jook Hyang is currently serving a specific mushroom that's highly sought after in Korean cuisineListen 0:49
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The culturally significant neighborhood of Boyle Heights is an area known for its diversity. This week, Cheap Fast Eats is sampling some of its world-class fare, all at a wallet friendly price point.
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The owner of erotic boutique Pleasure Chest has partnered with former Hatchet Hall chefs for a three-in-one “Pleasure Campus” with dispensary, cocktail bar and cannabis lounge restaurant.
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A hued twist to traditional Mexican fare brings success to a taquería on 1st Street owned and operated by long-time Boyle Heights resident Yesenia Castro.
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With the Super Bowl and cold weather in full swing this week, we’re craving a hot bowl of chili. From chocolate to Fritos, here are some tricks to make yours a winner.
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It's Lunar New Year, which kicks off with plenty of celebrations, and we've got you covered with various places to dine and other non-eating activities where you can still feel prosperous.
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MidEast Tacos is opening its first restaurant in Silver Lake, after starting as a pop up at Smorgasburg food market.
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Bullshead Breakfast Burritos captures the hearts and minds of residents of Whittier who visit SOLRAD’s weekly pop-up in the parking lot of a cafe wine shop.
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The eatery known for being one of the hottest spots in town shut down at the height of the pandemic, but made its return in 2023.
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Trader Joe's and Aldi both offer wines for $3.49, so we thought we'd put them through a taste test to see which is better.
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The temporary rules from the pandemic years will expire this summer. Restaurants need to apply if they want to keep serving on sidewalks and streets.
It's the brainchild of El Sereno's favorite punk rock taco spot, Evil Cooks.
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Our week of diner coverage sparked intense debates, so we asked: Where do you like to go?
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Don’t let the moment pass you by — vote in this year’s Tournament of Cheeseburgers.
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Public health records for the home of the Godmother sandwich refer to "vermin infestation."
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The second annual Tournament of Cheeseburgers has begun — and we want to hear from you!
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Within a 10-minute walk on Hillhurst Avenue are a handful of places that serve a cup of joe. And another coffee shop is coming.
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For the star of 'Somebody Feed Phil,' the Larchmont diner is all about creating community.
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Chef Daniel Castillo has opened a love letter to diners in Santa Ana.
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They're also far less likely to ruffle feathers.
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A handful of longtime Pantry cooks have been serving fried potatoes, eggs, pancakes, bacon and sourdough bread at an East L.A. restaurant since the diner closed in March.
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Nominations are open for your local faves, culminating in a winner to be crowned at Smorgasburg LA on July 20.
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The neighborhood’s beloved Thai restaurant, Miya, is again opening its doors, even though there may be few customers.
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The Leo is Portillo's entry in the pop culture space capitalizing on the surprise choice of the first U.S.-born pope. We asked a Chicago expert to take a bite — our editor in chief, Megan Garvey.
