food sccene in los angeles
Foodies Paradise
Dine at These Places to Feel Like A Local
WHERE TO EAT - CULVER CITY

Cafe Laurent
Great outdoor garden patio. Very quaint French ambiance and excellent crepes. Violinist on weekend brunch.

Public School 310
Great American fare. Reasonable price and nice portions. Good people watching and lots of unique beer on tap.

La Dijonaise
Great pastries and coffee. Excellent for lunch or breakfast. Nice atmosphere. Quintessential French.

Sage Plant Based Bistro W.
Vegan outlet featuring a range of original entrees, burgers & desserts along with a beer garden.

WildCraft
Artsy industrial joint serving panini & sourdough pizzas cooked in a brick oven built in Italy.

Meet In Paris French Bistro
Petit, informal eatery for familiar French specialties, weekly specials & a Sunday champagne brunch.

Maple Block Meat Co.
Sleek, stylish eatery for classic BBQ, upgraded sides & counter seats to watch chefs in action.

Natalee
Curries, noodles & traditional entrees plus vegetarian options in a dynamic, modern setting.

The Jerk Spot Jamaican
Authentic Jamaican food. Oxtails, curry goat and delicious jerk chicken.

Tito’s Tacos
A bustling, no-frills eatery known for crispy tacos, served at the counter or to carry out.


Cerveteca Culver City
The BEST breakfast tacos and burritos. Simple place but delicious food!

Copenhagen Pastry
"Authentic Danish pastries," which doesn't really mean, you know, danishes. It means a ton of butter making everything flaky.


Pasta Sisters
Housemade pasta + sauces, lasagna, eggplant parmigiana, organic grilled salmon, salads, gourmet sandwiches and traditional desserts.
WHERE TO EAT - LONG BEACH

Hole Mole
Great breakfast tacos and all around reasonably priced. Burritos, enchiladas and quesadillas highly recommended.

Crazy Creole Cafe
Genuine Creole cooking. I love the gumbo here and the chef is passionate about his creations. They also deliver typically it's his sweet wife who brings the food.

Elephant Thai Kitchen
Authentic flavors of Thai food. Specialize in the northern Thailand Great food, excellent service and good for families with young kids.


Congregation Ale House Long Beach Chapter
Good spot for bar food and beer. They have a full bar but the beer is so good. Servers in "school girl" uniforms.


Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles
Local soul food chain serving signature chicken & waffles, Southern sides & more in a casual space.

James Republic
Amazing craft cocktails, house made bitters and infusions. A great variety of appetizers. Great space and excellent service!

Saint & Second
Beautiful interior, great selection of beer, and delicious food. Burgers & flatbreads, along with classic cocktails.

Yard House
High-end sports-bar good food, great service, perfect bar. as well an extensive list of draft beers.

Coffee Cup Cafe
Bustling cafe serving coffee & homestyle breakfast & lunch options, including vegetarian dishes.

The Attic
The atmosphere of this place is great. Very good menu and quality of service. Perfect for going for brunch or dinner.

Portfolio Coffeehouse LLC
Great place to study, work and of course get coffee. They offer sandwiches, salads & pastry. Live music on the weekends.

Open Sesame
Popular destination for grilled kebabs & other Lebanese specialties, served in a funky setting.

Nick's on 2nd Long Beach
Classic American comfort food in an intimate space. Everything from decor, staff, food, and drinks is excellent.

Octopus Japanese Restaurant
Japanese fusion restaurants, with unique and wonderful cuisine which is created from the finest ingredients. Fun & friendly atmosphere .

Octopus Japanese Restaurant
Japanese fusion restaurants, with unique and wonderful cuisine which is created from the finest ingredients. Fun & friendly atmosphere .

Octopus Japanese Restaurant
Japanese fusion restaurants, with unique and wonderful cuisine which is created from the finest ingredients. Fun & friendly atmosphere .