The best restaurants in Santa Clarita

424 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Barrio

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

4017 City Terrace Dr (Los Angeles)

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

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

1650 Colorado Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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

334 Main St #1106 (Los Angeles)

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

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

2060 S Euclid St (Anaheim)

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

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

1800 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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

5450 Santa Monica Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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

351 Pacific Ave (Long Beach)

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

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

6562 E Olympic Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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La Villa

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

1201 W Lincoln Ave (Anaheim)

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

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DiPiazza's

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

5205 Pacific Coast Hwy (Long Beach)

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

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Panxa Cocina

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

3937 E Broadway (Long Beach)

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

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Pitfire Pizza

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

12924 W Washington Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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La Pergoletta

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

1802 Hillhurst Ave (Los Angeles)

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

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

1842 1st St (Los Angeles)

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

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Guisados

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

BROADWAY ARCADE BUILDING, 541 S Spring St Unit 101 (Los Angeles)

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

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El Cholo

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

1037 Flower St (Los Angeles)

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

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Pizzeria Bianco

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

1320 E 7th St Ste 100 (Los Angeles)

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

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Andre's

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

5400 Wilshire Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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

10429 Venice Blvd. (Los Angeles)

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

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

1900 Highland Ave #5 (Los Angeles)

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

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

407 Shoreline Village Dr (Long Beach)

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

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Secret Pizza

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

3501 Monterey Rd (Los Angeles)

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

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

333 E 2nd St (Los Angeles)

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

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

2813, 2815 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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

600 W 7th St #150 (Los Angeles)

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

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

1657 N La Brea Ave (Los Angeles)

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

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Pizza Boy

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

1177 S State College Blvd (Anaheim)

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

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Alfalfa

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

5570 Melrose Ave (Los Angeles)

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

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

1511 N Cahuenga Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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Casita Del Campo

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

1920 Hyperion Ave (Los Angeles)

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

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Asparagus Pizza

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

1809 N Cahuenga Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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WILDBIRD

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

6374 Sunset Blvd Ste D (Los Angeles)

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

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Momi Sushi

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

645 W 9th St Apt 107 (Los Angeles)

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

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

5923 Franklin Ave (Los Angeles)

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

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

2019 E 7th St (Los Angeles)

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

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Casual Italian eatery specializing in fresh pasta and sauces.

6460 Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 130 (Long Beach)

Casual Italian eatery specializing in fresh pasta and sauces.

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

444 N Lakeview Ave (Anaheim)

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

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

6550 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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

3014 W Olympic Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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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)

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

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Azao sushi

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

3976 S Figueroa St (Los Angeles)

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

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

421 Venice Blvd. (Los Angeles)

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

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Soregashi

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

6775 Santa Monica Blvd #3 (Los Angeles)

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

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Rivera's

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

2901 E 7th St (Long Beach)

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

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

6565 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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Relaxed Mexican eatery and bar featuring chips and salsa, burritos, tacos and enchiladas, plus margaritas.

33311 Agua Dulce Canyon Rd

Relaxed Mexican eatery and bar featuring chips and salsa, burritos, tacos and enchiladas, plus margaritas.

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

232 E 2nd St E (Los Angeles)

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

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Madre Restaurant

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

10426 National Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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Pizza Worx

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

6705 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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SUSHI Q

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

6660 Sunset Blvd # M (Los Angeles)

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

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Japanese fusion choice with a range of sushi rolls, teriyaki & drinks in vibrant surrounds.

6415 E Spring St (Long Beach)

Japanese fusion choice with a range of sushi rolls, teriyaki & drinks in vibrant surrounds.

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Mexican fare made with farm-fresh produce & organic meats served in upbeat digs with a cool bar.

4140 Atlantic Ave (Long Beach)

Mexican fare made with farm-fresh produce & organic meats served in upbeat digs with a cool bar.

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Counter-service joint with an unfussy, old-school vibe offering a typical range of Mexican bites.

6517 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

Counter-service joint with an unfussy, old-school vibe offering a typical range of Mexican bites.

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Los Compadres

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Local chain of festive restaurants featuring an extended menu of south-of-the-border classics.

1144 Pine Ave (Long Beach)

Local chain of festive restaurants featuring an extended menu of south-of-the-border classics.

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Sushi West

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Casual Japanese cafe & sushi bar offering a long menu of rolls, donburi & curries, plus combo deals.

4105 Atlantic Ave C (Long Beach)

Casual Japanese cafe & sushi bar offering a long menu of rolls, donburi & curries, plus combo deals.

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

6115 Sunset Blvd #170 (Los Angeles)

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

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Cafe/bakery chain preparing small-batch, New York-style bagels, plus breakfast & lunch sandwiches.

2262 17th St (Santa Ana)

Cafe/bakery chain preparing small-batch, New York-style bagels, plus breakfast & lunch sandwiches.

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Buzzy, casual bar & grill offering pizzas & rotating menu of craft beers, plus TVs & pool tables.

5638 E La Palma Ave (Anaheim)

Buzzy, casual bar & grill offering pizzas & rotating menu of craft beers, plus TVs & pool tables.

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Pizzamania

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Tiny strip-mall spot offering basic pizza, salad & sandwich options, plus daily happy-hour specials.

1785 Palo Verde Ave # J (Long Beach)

Tiny strip-mall spot offering basic pizza, salad & sandwich options, plus daily happy-hour specials.

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Rossoblu

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Steve Samson’s Bolognese-inspired menu, including handmade pastas and Italian wines.

1124 San Julian St (Los Angeles)

Steve Samson’s Bolognese-inspired menu, including handmade pastas and Italian wines.

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Pizzeria Mozza

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Chef Nancy Silverton turns out acclaimed wood-burning-oven pizzas & antipasti in busy digs.

641 Highland Ave (Los Angeles)

Chef Nancy Silverton turns out acclaimed wood-burning-oven pizzas & antipasti in busy digs.

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Bright, casual Mexican cafe serving a lengthy menu including big burritos plus a salsa bar.

2940 Clark Ave (Long Beach)

Bright, casual Mexican cafe serving a lengthy menu including big burritos plus a salsa bar.

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Stylish restaurant offering classic & modern takes on Roman-inspired dishes, plus Italian wines.

1509 Echo Park Ave (Los Angeles)

Stylish restaurant offering classic & modern takes on Roman-inspired dishes, plus Italian wines.

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Simple counter-serve Japanese eatery with a variety of ramen & poke bowls, plus sushi rolls.

3900 Atlantic Ave Ste 101 (Long Beach)

Simple counter-serve Japanese eatery with a variety of ramen & poke bowls, plus sushi rolls.

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Guisados

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

1261 Sunset Blvd (Los Angeles)

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

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Viaje Restaurant

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Mexican, Oaxacan and Latin-food eatery featuring a selection of ceviches and mole dishes.

5224 2nd St (Long Beach)

Mexican, Oaxacan and Latin-food eatery featuring a selection of ceviches and mole dishes.

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Casual Mexican option for familiar dishes, cocktails, and margaritas, plus a churro cart.

1550 S Harbor Blvd (Anaheim)

Casual Mexican option for familiar dishes, cocktails, and margaritas, plus a churro cart.

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Snug, simple joint turning out pizzas with a variety of toppings, plus slices, pastas & subs.

2825 Lincoln Ave (Anaheim)

Snug, simple joint turning out pizzas with a variety of toppings, plus slices, pastas & subs.

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Fiestalike, bright digs for homey, family-recipe Mexican chow (tacos, flautas) plus sangria & beer.

2030 E 4th St (Long Beach)

Fiestalike, bright digs for homey, family-recipe Mexican chow (tacos, flautas) plus sangria & beer.

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Cañadas Grill

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Informal, family-owned destination for traditional Mexican fare & American standards.

3721 E Anaheim St (Long Beach)

Informal, family-owned destination for traditional Mexican fare & American standards.

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Beach-themed chain known for Baja-style fish tacos & Mexican-inspired seafood entrees.

2220 17th St (Santa Ana)

Beach-themed chain known for Baja-style fish tacos & Mexican-inspired seafood entrees.

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Pizza Parlor LB

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Relaxed eatery for pizzas (including classics) and salads.

2936 Clark Ave (Long Beach)

Relaxed eatery for pizzas (including classics) and salads.

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Uncompromising approach to homemade Italian dishes served in a casual, comfortable setting.

751 S Weir Canyon Rd #151 (Anaheim)

Uncompromising approach to homemade Italian dishes served in a casual, comfortable setting.

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Sushi & Cal-Asian fare served amid gardens & a koi pond in the Hollywood Hills overlooking the city.

1999 N Sycamore Ave (Los Angeles)

Sushi & Cal-Asian fare served amid gardens & a koi pond in the Hollywood Hills overlooking the city.

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Pizza Factory

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Order-at-the-counter chain serving lots of specialty pies & other Italian basics.

1131 W Lincoln Ave Unit130 (Anaheim)

Order-at-the-counter chain serving lots of specialty pies & other Italian basics.

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Chain teppanyaki grill serving steaks & seafood, plus sushi & a traditional Japanese menu.

4545 S Centinela Ave (Los Angeles)

Chain teppanyaki grill serving steaks & seafood, plus sushi & a traditional Japanese menu.

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Local chain of festive restaurants featuring an extended menu of south-of-the-border classics.

3229 E Anaheim St (Long Beach)

Local chain of festive restaurants featuring an extended menu of south-of-the-border classics.

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Casual pizza chain with signature and create-your-own pies, plus wings, salads, and sides.

1923 N Bronson Ave (Los Angeles)

Casual pizza chain with signature and create-your-own pies, plus wings, salads, and sides.

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Casual pizzeria featuring Michigan-style pies with crispy edges and a hearty substance, plus chicken wings.

6219 Franklin Ave (Los Angeles)

Casual pizzeria featuring Michigan-style pies with crispy edges and a hearty substance, plus chicken wings.

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EXO Sushi

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Casual restaurant serving sushi rolls, sake, and wine, plus happy-hour specials.

1731 W Katella Ave suite f (Anaheim)

Casual restaurant serving sushi rolls, sake, and wine, plus happy-hour specials.

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Cozy Italian eatery specializing in wood-fired pies and handmade pasta.

4621 2nd St (Long Beach)

Cozy Italian eatery specializing in wood-fired pies and handmade pasta.

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Casual restaurant featuring traditional Mexican fare such as burritos and tacos, plus breakfast tacos.

2115 E Ball Rd (Anaheim)

Casual restaurant featuring traditional Mexican fare such as burritos and tacos, plus breakfast tacos.

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Perennial place providing classic burgers & other American comfort foods in an easygoing atmosphere.

11603 Slater St (Los Angeles)

Perennial place providing classic burgers & other American comfort foods in an easygoing atmosphere.

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

1121 S Western Ave (Los Angeles)

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

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Courage Bagels

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Snug counter-serve bakery with sidewalk seats furnishing housemade bagels & sandwiches.

777 Virgil Ave (Los Angeles)

Snug counter-serve bakery with sidewalk seats furnishing housemade bagels & sandwiches.

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In-N-Out Burger

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Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

815 N Bristol St (Santa Ana)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

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Diners dig into all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ from sirloin to squid amid simple surroundings.

1230 S Western Ave (Los Angeles)

Diners dig into all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ from sirloin to squid amid simple surroundings.

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Flavor Table

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Casual restaurant specializing in breakfast and homestyle dishes such as shrimp and grits and salmon croquettes.

2812 W Florence Ave (Los Angeles)

Casual restaurant specializing in breakfast and homestyle dishes such as shrimp and grits and salmon croquettes.

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El Gallo Giro

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Basic Mexican eatery, part of a local chain, serving homestyle fare & fruit drinks.

1442 S Bristol St #1A (Santa Ana)

Basic Mexican eatery, part of a local chain, serving homestyle fare & fruit drinks.

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Bobo's Burgers

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Simple counter-serve joint serving breakfasts, burritos & burgers, plus a range of shakes & sundaes.

1220 Firestone Blvd (Los Angeles)

Simple counter-serve joint serving breakfasts, burritos & burgers, plus a range of shakes & sundaes.

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Dan Sung Sa

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Late-night, old-school haunt offers Korean small plates, soju drinks & wooden walls to scribble on.

3317 W 6th St (Los Angeles)

Late-night, old-school haunt offers Korean small plates, soju drinks & wooden walls to scribble on.

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In-N-Out Burger

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Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

3640 Cahuenga Blvd (Los Angeles)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

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TLV Tapas Bar

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TLV Tapas Bar brings modern decor, Mediterranean tapas, and cocktails into that sweet spot between date-night chic and friends-night-out.…

5442 Yolanda Ave (Tarzana)

TLV Tapas Bar brings modern decor, Mediterranean tapas, and cocktails into that sweet spot between date-night chic and friends-night-out. Shareable plates with bright, coastal flavors plus thoughtful drinks make it an easy upgrade when you want something fresher than the usual rotation this week.

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NORMS Restaurant

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This week, NORMS Restaurant nails the SoCal diner vibe with hand-cut steaks, fluffy hotcakes, and all-day breakfast made to order. Grab the…

1125 N Euclid St (Anaheim)

This week, NORMS Restaurant nails the SoCal diner vibe with hand-cut steaks, fluffy hotcakes, and all-day breakfast made to order. Grab the Classic Bigger Better Breakfast or Sirloin Steak & Eggs, then settle in where life happens and the ketchup pours freely.

From the Anaheim newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Little Beast Restaurant is serving seasonally inspired New American plates with lively craft cocktails and mocktails, plus a thoughtful…

1496 Colorado Blvd (Los Angeles)

Little Beast Restaurant is serving seasonally inspired New American plates with lively craft cocktails and mocktails, plus a thoughtful lineup of beer, wine, and bubbles. Skip the overthinking with their prix fixe, or keep it chill and grab dinner to go this week.

From the Los Angeles newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Burger She Wrote

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Gone are the overbuilt stacks. Burger She Wrote keeps it tight with 100% American Wagyu smashed to lacy edges on a King’s Hawaiian bun, an…

7454 1/2 Beverly Blvd (Los Angeles)

Gone are the overbuilt stacks. Burger She Wrote keeps it tight with 100% American Wagyu smashed to lacy edges on a King’s Hawaiian bun, an Oklahoma-style nod to Nuge’s roots. Pair with golden fries and a Mexican Coke, then get back to your week feeling smug.

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Long Beach’s Home for Brunch since 2002, The Breakfast Bar serves up family recipes with big-hearted hospitality that feels like your cool…

70 Atlantic Ave (Long Beach)

Long Beach’s Home for Brunch since 2002, The Breakfast Bar serves up family recipes with big-hearted hospitality that feels like your cool neighbor invited you over. Hit them this week for creative plates, easygoing vibes, and even event catering if your group chat gets ambitious.

From the Long Beach newsletter, August 3, 2026

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nFuse Restaurant, Bar & Lounge gives California comfort a fresh twist with locally sourced ingredients, bold seasonal dishes, 28 taps of…

700 W Convention Way (Anaheim)

nFuse Restaurant, Bar & Lounge gives California comfort a fresh twist with locally sourced ingredients, bold seasonal dishes, 28 taps of craft beer, and handcrafted cocktails that don’t phone it in. Add it to your weeknight rotation.

From the Rancho Cucamonga newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Craving a salty breeze with your shellfish fix? Gladstone's Long Beach pairs waterfront vibes with the good stuff like lobster rolls,…

330 S Pine Ave (Long Beach)

Craving a salty breeze with your shellfish fix? Gladstone's Long Beach pairs waterfront vibes with the good stuff like lobster rolls, chowders, and roasted garlic crab, plus weekend live music and Sunday steel drums... the kind of easy local escape that turns dinner into mini-vacation energy.

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Vino e Cucina is an authentic trattoria turning out fresh, traditional Italian plates made daily, plus an outstanding wine list that…

4501 E Carson St #105 (Long Beach)

Vino e Cucina is an authentic trattoria turning out fresh, traditional Italian plates made daily, plus an outstanding wine list that practically begs for a second pour. Friendly, unpretentious, and perfect for catching up with friends when you want comfort food that still feels a little special.

From the Simi Valley newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Angry Chickz - Hollywood is your go-to when the craving hits. Build your heat from Light Spice to X-Hot, sign a waiver if you must, then…

5065 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

Angry Chickz - Hollywood is your go-to when the craving hits. Build your heat from Light Spice to X-Hot, sign a waiver if you must, then crush crispy sliders or tenders with slaw, pickles, fries, or a buttery rice bowl smothered in their Angry Chickz Sauce.

From the Los Angeles newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Pink Salt Grill Restaurant and Catering is serving Filipino favorites with a clever twist, using pink salt and family recipes to keep…

23460 Cinema Dr D

Pink Salt Grill Restaurant and Catering is serving Filipino favorites with a clever twist, using pink salt and family recipes to keep things big on flavor and lighter on guilt. Everything's made to order, from savory plates to desserts, and they cater if your backyard hangout suddenly turns into a fiesta.

From the Santa Clarita newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Whether you’re running on caffeine or pure hunger, Tacos Villa Corona hits the spot with its Chef’s Special Papas Bacon and no-fuss,…

4400 N Eagle Rock Blvd (Los Angeles)

Whether you’re running on caffeine or pure hunger, Tacos Villa Corona hits the spot with its Chef’s Special Papas Bacon and no-fuss, flavor-first tacos. Owned by Felix David Flores and Lizette Reza, it’s the kind of spot you keep returning to, so put it on your list this week when you need good stuff.

From the Fullerton newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Best Brunch Long Beach is serving weekend party brunch at Nigel's iconic Pink Palace, with a DJ, artisan coffee, a mimosa cart,…

6276 E Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 2 (Long Beach)

Best Brunch Long Beach is serving weekend party brunch at Nigel's iconic Pink Palace, with a DJ, artisan coffee, a mimosa cart, build-your-own Bloody Marys, and frozen Palomas, plus chef-driven California coastal dishes. Grab a floating booth or cozy pink cabana, soak in marina views, and make it a whole vibe.

From the Eastvale newsletter, August 4, 2026

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When you want a legit steak night that feels special without going full tuxedo, Salt Creek Grille Valencia delivers with signature…

24415 Town Center Dr #115 (Valencia)

When you want a legit steak night that feels special without going full tuxedo, Salt Creek Grille Valencia delivers with signature mesquite-grilled steaks and seafood, a craftsman-inspired vibe, and gracious service. Make it your midweek treat or celebrate that thing you keep meaning to celebrate.

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Humble, local deli fixing hot beef & pastrami sandwiches & other Italian subs since 1929.

1013 Alpine St (Los Angeles)

Humble, local deli fixing hot beef & pastrami sandwiches & other Italian subs since 1929.

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Palermo Pizzeria

Restaurants

Relaxed villa-style space with a quaint heated patio for pizza, pasta & housemade soups.

2110 Tapo St (Simi Valley)

Relaxed villa-style space with a quaint heated patio for pizza, pasta & housemade soups.

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Joey's Wings

Restaurants

Casual restaurant featuring buffalo, lemon pepper and other types of fried and baked chicken wings, plus chicken tenders.

1779 Westwood Blvd A (Los Angeles)

Casual restaurant featuring buffalo, lemon pepper and other types of fried and baked chicken wings, plus chicken tenders.

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Mimi's Cafe

Restaurants

Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.

1400 S Harbor Blvd (Anaheim)

Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.

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Relaxed barbecue joint featuring slow-smoked brisket, baby back ribs and pulled pork.

13130 Soledad Canyon Rd

Relaxed barbecue joint featuring slow-smoked brisket, baby back ribs and pulled pork.

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715

Restaurants

Omakase sushi joint with an ever-evolving menu, served in a cozy room.

738 E 3rd St (Los Angeles)

Omakase sushi joint with an ever-evolving menu, served in a cozy room.

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The Henry

Restaurants

Neighborhood eatery and bar with all-day New American food, plus brunch and cocktails.

120 N Robertson Blvd (Los Angeles)

Neighborhood eatery and bar with all-day New American food, plus brunch and cocktails.

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This casual BBQ spot with booth-style seating serves ribs, brisket & sides in a simple space.

8136 Sepulveda Blvd (Panorama City)

This casual BBQ spot with booth-style seating serves ribs, brisket & sides in a simple space.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

7060 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Sesame Dinette

Restaurants

Vietnamese eatery dishing up the French dip and banh mi sandwiches, plus noodle bowls and bowls of pho soup.

1750 Pacific Ave Unit B (Long Beach)

Vietnamese eatery dishing up the French dip and banh mi sandwiches, plus noodle bowls and bowls of pho soup.

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Funburger

Restaurants

Casual, heated, patio-equipped restaurant featuring classic, gourmet, hand-crafted, grilled and signature burger options (including…

2490 Sycamore Dr Suite C (Simi Valley)

Casual, heated, patio-equipped restaurant featuring classic, gourmet, hand-crafted, grilled and signature burger options (including vegetarian versions), plus beer and wine.

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Wingstop

Restaurants

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

29667 The Old Rd B002 (Castaic)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Upscale-casual restaurant with a 30-tap self-serve beer and wine wall, plus live music and TVs.

19167 Golden Valley Rd

Upscale-casual restaurant with a 30-tap self-serve beer and wine wall, plus live music and TVs.

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Cozy Vietnamese restaurant offering pho, rice, and vermicelli dishes, plus BBQ meats.

5345 Long Beach Blvd (Long Beach)

Cozy Vietnamese restaurant offering pho, rice, and vermicelli dishes, plus BBQ meats.

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Bella Italia

Restaurants

Casual restaurant serving Italian pasta, pizza & grill dishes, with a special children's menu.

1560 S Lewis St (Anaheim)

Casual restaurant serving Italian pasta, pizza & grill dishes, with a special children's menu.

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