The best restaurants in Los Angeles

Relaxed Italian eatery for housemade pasta dishes, meatballs and other dishes.

4017 City Terrace Dr

Modest, popular place serving signature thin-crust pizzas, plus pastas & other Italian standards.

1650 Colorado Blvd

Casual eatery offering breakfast burritos, tacos and other classic Mexican eats.

809 S Victory Blvd (Burbank)

Family-run Italian cafe for pizza and pasta dishes.

488 Allen Ave (Pasadena)

Conveyor-belt sushi bar using carefully chosen ingredients in a casual setting.

1740 Artesia Blvd (Gardena)

Omakase menu highlighting fresh, flown-in seafood from Japan & beyond served in a sleek restaurant.

334 Main St #1106

Local pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies, plus wings, in a low-key setting.

2060 S Euclid St (Anaheim)

Family-run pizzeria turns out Chicago-style, deep-dish pies with vegan options, plus bread pudding.

1800 Sunset Blvd

Casual eatery serving sushi rolls, bento boxes, and other Japanese fare, plus beer and sake.

116 E Palm Ave (Burbank)

Family-owned Mexican eatery offering Oaxacan dishes, including namesake tlayudas, in cozy surrounds.

5450 Santa Monica Blvd

Casual, family-style, clean eatery serving burritos, tacos, enchiladas and other Mexican staples.

351 Pacific Ave (Long Beach)

Casual restaurant offering Mexican eats such as menudo and chilaquiles, plus dessert and coffee.

6562 E Olympic Blvd

Modest Mexican-American eatery with classic plates, breakfast, burgers & ribs in diner surrounds.

1201 W Lincoln Ave (Anaheim)

Cozy eatery for sushi rolls and other traditional Japanese dishes, plus beer and sake, along with bento boxes.

520 S Glenoaks Blvd (Burbank)

Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

715 E Main St (Alhambra)

Casual eatery for sushi and hand rolls served one at a time, along with beer and wine.

14370 Culver Dr Ste 2G (Irvine)

Local pizzeria chain serving pies, plus wings & cheese bread, in a casual setting.

10255 Mission Blvd (Riverside)

Intimate, quaint option for classic cooking with California & Italian wines, water views & a patio.

13723 Fiji Way (Marina Del Rey)

Traditional Japanese eatery serving sushi & other specialties in a relaxed & intimate setting.

4371 Glencoe Ave Ste B4 (Marina Del Rey)

Casual setting for live rock music, with a lunch & dinner menu that includes pizzas & burgers.

5205 Pacific Coast Hwy (Long Beach)

Family-owned option for tacos and other classic Mexican eats, plus margaritas, beer, and wine.

3311 Michelson Dr (Irvine)

Stylish local Mexican chain serving mesquite-grilled steak & seafood dishes, plus margaritas.

1910 Main St (Irvine)

Trendy, warm bar/eatery offering seasonal Mexican fusion plates, top-shelf tequila & weekend brunch.

3937 E Broadway (Long Beach)

Laid-back outfit with a trendy vibe serving creative pizzas, pasta & panini, plus beer & wine.

12924 W Washington Blvd

Italian eatery for wood-fired pizzas, including Neapolitan pies and creative toppings.

1709 E Washington Blvd (Pasadena)

Customizable Italian cuisine where diners choose a pasta & a sauce amid a cozy ambiance.

1802 Hillhurst Ave

Option for elevated takes on Mexican favorites delivered in unfussy accommodations.

13737 S Inglewood Ave (Hawthorne)

Relaxed, quick-serve stop serving Baja-style Mexican grub such as fish tacos, ceviche & burritos.

497 E Alessandro Blvd b (Riverside)

Hip counter-serve pizzeria dishing up crispy, thin-crust pies made with creative toppings & sauces.

100 E Main St Ste 160 (Alhambra)

Warm, bright eatery for classic Mexican cuisine such as homestyle fajitas, tacos & tequila drinks.

1842 1st St

Unpretentious taco spot known for its braised meat & veggie stews atop handmade tortillas.

BROADWAY ARCADE BUILDING, 541 S Spring St Unit 101

Casual pizza chain featuring traditional pies, gluten-free crust & assorted appetizers.

3588 Rosemead Blvd (Rosemead)

Cajun-Creole restaurant offering oysters and other seafood plus live music and a craft cocktail bar.

5708 Rosemead Blvd #100 (Temple City)

Cheerful eatery specializing in custom poke bowls (Japanese-Hawaiian cuisine rolled in bamboo rice), plus sushi burritos.

11860 Magnolia Ave (Riverside)

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

1115 N San Fernando Blvd (Burbank)

Local Mexican chain serving classic dishes & margaritas in a traditional setting since the 1920s.

1037 Flower St

Chic bar and eatery offering burgers, pizzas and other casual eats.

164 E Palm Ave #102 (Burbank)

Trendy Italian eatery known for serving handcrafted wood-fired pizzas in rustic-chic quarters.

1320 E 7th St Ste 100

Create-your-own pizzas come in several sizes at this basic take-out spot also dishing pasta & salad.

201 Sandpointe Ave Suite 150 (Santa Ana)

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

241 E Valley Blvd (Alhambra)

No-frills family-friendly eatery serving pizza, spaghetti & red-sauce Italian entrees since 1963.

5400 Wilshire Blvd

Sleek spot for sushi, plus creative Japanese dishes and cocktails.

70 N Raymond Ave #250 (Pasadena)

Tacos, burritos, and other traditional Mexican eats served in a casual, family-friendly restaurant.

2031 E 1st St # A5 (Santa Ana)

Casual, family-friendly Mexican eatery serving up specialties from the Oaxaca region.

10429 Venice Blvd.

Long-standing outfit in a strip mall preparing pizza & other classic Italian dishes in relaxed digs.

6788 Brockton Ave (Riverside)

Cash-only Mexican eatery offers counter-serve Mexican fare & fountain sodas in a basic setting.

17951 Sky Park Cir Unit F (Irvine)

At this strip-mall spot, diners eat Japanese fare at wooden tables & chairs or at the sushi bar.

1900 Highland Ave #5

Refined dining rooms serving Mexican fare & cocktails with harbor views & a waterfront deck.

407 Shoreline Village Dr (Long Beach)

Casual counter-serve known for New York and New Jersey-style pies and vodka slices.

3501 Monterey Rd

An array of sushi & other Japanese dishes drifts past diners on a conveyor belt at this simple spot.

333 E 2nd St

Fresh Middle Eastern (shawarma and kabob specialties) and Mediterranean cuisine.

101 N Victory Blvd suite #K (Burbank)

Cute cafe, bakery and shop featuring made-to-order pasta, sandwiches and baked goods.

2813, 2815 Sunset Blvd

Relaxed Italian chain eatery serving Tuscan-inspired grill fare, plus wine & cocktails.

774 Spectrum Center Dr (Irvine)

Long-running eatery preparing homestyle Mexican platters & micheladas in cozy quarters.

15333 Crenshaw Blvd (Gardena)

Celebrated local sushi chain serving traditional rolls & sake in a chic, intimate space.

600 W 7th St #150

Casual Mexican restaurant serving familiar dishes and drinks in cozy surrounds.

622 W Las Tunas Dr (San Gabriel)

Pizzas with standard toppings, subs, salads & more are served in a casual space with booth seating.

1657 N La Brea Ave

Pizzas by the slice or pie are served in a basic space along with sandwiches, salads, wings & more.

1177 S State College Blvd (Anaheim)

Long-running family-owned Mexican restaurant serving standard dishes in festive surrounds.

730 N Victory Blvd (Burbank)

Relaxed eatery featuring salads and wraps, plus gluten-free donuts.

5570 Melrose Ave

Casual family-run eatery featuring traditional Mexican cooking in a cozy & quaint setting.

3565 E Colorado Blvd (Pasadena)

Japanese chain featuring all-you-can-eat sushi and other Japanese dishes.

17 W Main St (Alhambra)

Informal restaurant offering sushi rolls, sashimi, and other Japanese plates plus sake and cocktails.

1132 N Garfield Ave (Alhambra)

Casual setting for sushi and Japanese meals, including sake and beer, plus happy hours.

115 W Main St (Alhambra)

Compact eatery with a bar offering sushi, ramen, poke and sake.

1511 N Cahuenga Blvd

Tacos, tostadas & other Mexican dishes, plus margaritas, served in a simple, family-friendly space.

145 Palmetto Dr (Pasadena)

Sushi restaurant specializing in hand rolls made with fresh fish and crispy seaweed.

4635 Admiralty Way #107 (Marina Del Rey)

Original sushi rolls & other Japanese eats presented in a warm, contemporary space.

227 E Palm Ave (Burbank)

Local fixture since 1962 serves classic Mexican fare in colorful space with indoor or patio seating.

1920 Hyperion Ave

Celebrated local sushi chain serving traditional rolls & sake in a chic, intimate space.

4720 Admiralty Way (Marina Del Rey)

Informal restaurant with a TV-equipped bar serving pizza, calzones, pasta & Italian-style seafood.

47 W Main St #3510 (Alhambra)

No-frills counter serve dispensing pizza & basic Italian eats, plus burgers, tacos & burritos.

1809 N Cahuenga Blvd

Casual chicken specialists offering grilled poultry and sides for eating in or taking away.

6374 Sunset Blvd Ste D

Small, family-run spot featuring fresh, traditional sushi rolls and noodle bowls.

645 W 9th St Apt 107

Quaint, family-owned mainstay since 1952 for Italian meats, cheeses, sandwiches & baked goods.

1138 W Gardena Blvd (Gardena)

Spot with plush banquettes serving classic American fare such as meatloaf, chops & broasted chicken.

697 N Victory Blvd (Burbank)

Local Italian chain serving a menu of pizza, pasta & sandwiches in a low-key setting.

783 W Blaine St (Riverside)

Old-school Mexican cooking served in a compact, homey establishment featuring patio seating.

7891 Garfield Ave (Bell Gardens)

Creative and traditional Mexican dishes, including vegan options, served in a casual spot with margaritas.

5923 Franklin Ave

Casual Italian market, deli, bakery & restaurant offering prepared foods for dine-in or takeout.

1 W California Blvd #312 (Pasadena)

New York-style thin-crust pizza made with artisanal toppings in an edgy, rehabbed old building.

2019 E 7th St

Fast-food chain outpost known for Mexican classics made with fire-grilled chicken.

521 N 1st St (Burbank)

Casual Italian eatery specializing in fresh pasta and sauces.

6460 Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 130 (Long Beach)

New York-style pizza, sold by the slice & in huge pies, served in a simple setting.

1007 Fair Oaks Ave (South Pasadena)

Relaxed, clean eatery, specializing in pizza by the slice and featuring beer and wine.

444 N Lakeview Ave (Anaheim)

Chain dishing up modern Mexican bowls, burritos, salads and tacos served in a bright setting.

6550 Sunset Blvd

An array of sushi & other Japanese dishes drifts past diners on a conveyor belt at this simple spot.

2700 Alton Pkwy #133 (Irvine)

Family-run eatery specializing in pizzas and wings infused with Indian flavors like paneer and curry.

3678 Central Ave Ste 103 (Riverside)

Roomy brick-walled gastropub dishing up hot & cold antipasti, pastas & other Italian specialties.

2905 Washington Blvd (Venice)

Upscale Northern Italian spot offering a classy patio-enhanced atmosphere & late-night weekend jazz.

3646 Mission Inn Avenue (Riverside)

Cozy, low-key Italian restaurant offering pizza, pasta, sandwiches & salads for dine-in or takeout.

6160 Arlington Ave C4 (Riverside)

Kid-friendly Mexican restaurant featuring Oaxacan fare and colorful decor.

3014 W Olympic Blvd

A big menu of all the classics pairs with a limited bar in a simple space lined with paintings.

6210 Pacific Coast Hwy (Long Beach)

Japanese chain with a clubby vibe offering sushi, entrees, lunch specials & happy hours.

201 N San Fernando Blvd (Burbank)

Modern Mexican cooking & mezcal cocktails in a rustic yet refined setting lined with banquettes.

110 Union St (Pasadena)

Unassuming, family-run eatery offering homestyle Mexican food, including handmade tortillas.

4155 Park Ave (Riverside)

Cozy Japanese restaurant featuring a varied sushi menu alongside sashimi and salmon dishes.

3976 S Figueroa St

Laid-back Mexican restaurant specializing in tacos, margaritas and brunch, plus happy hour.

221 N San Fernando Blvd (Burbank)

Colorful, upbeat dining room serving Mexican meals, many from family recipes, since 1969.

218 E Orange Grove Ave (Burbank)

Casual, counter-service sushi restaurant in an airport business center supplying specialty rolls, sashimi, and entrees.

17951 Sky Park Cir Unit F (Irvine)

Easygoing outfit with traditional decor serving tacos, burritos & ceviche, plus other standards.

421 Venice Blvd.

Casual, no-frills Japanese bistro serving authentic fare such as sushi and sake.

6775 Santa Monica Blvd #3

Charming cafe in centrury-old digs serving bubble & milk teas, plus sandwiches, salads & light eats.

7 S 2nd St (Alhambra)

Small, relaxed sushi bar with a menu of classic rolls and other options like poke bowls and fried gyoza.

19510 Van Buren Boulevard F6 (Riverside)

Local chain serving Italian standards, pizzas & wine in a low-key space with checkered tablecloths.

3537 E Foothill Blvd (Pasadena)

Casual, kid-friendly Mexican restaurant dishing up breakfast, quick bites, and comfort food for lunch and dinner.

4500 W Imperial Hwy (Inglewood)

Enchiladas, quesadillas & other Mexican favorites presented in an enduring locale.

3204 Mission Inn Avenue (Riverside)

Local chain serving traditional Mexican dishes, beer & wine in a relaxed atmosphere.

2901 E 7th St (Long Beach)

Cozy, hip Japanese restaurant offering ramen, sushi, and small plates, plus happy hour specials.

6565 Sunset Blvd

Family-friendly Italian eatery serving staples including pizza, pasta & sandwiches.

2540 Main St (Irvine)

Tucked-away take-out window for NYC-style, thin-crust pizzas & slices, from veggie to BBQ chicken.

691 S Raymond Ave (Pasadena)

Casual eatery in a strip mall provides a wide array of sushi & classic Japanese entrees, plus sake.

5228 Arlington Ave (Riverside)

Casual sushi joint, also serving sake, that's popular for lunch specials, as well as for dinner.

232 E 2nd St E

Unfussy Mexican cantina selling tacos, moles & chile-heavy Oaxacan fare plus beer.

10426 National Blvd

Casual Mexican restaurant serving classic favorites such as enchiladas and tamales for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

9418 Magnolia Ave (Riverside)

Casual eatery for customized pizzas crafted with housemade dough and fresh toppings.

6705 Hollywood Blvd

Counter-serve chain specializing in bagels. Also sells breakfast sandwiches & pastries.

311 N San Fernando Blvd (Burbank)

Minimalist locale turning out homestyle Mexican dishes, as well as take-out options.

4649 W Century Blvd (Inglewood)

Teriyaki plates & sushi rolls are the main attractions at this no-nonsense eatery.

6660 Sunset Blvd # M

Casual, family-owned bakery serving tacos, burritos, cake slices and donuts.

1529 N San Fernando Blvd (Burbank)