Top 10 Best Places to Eat in Los Angeles

Chef Niki Nakayama's modern kaiseki restaurant is a culinary masterpiece. Each meticulously crafted course tells a story through seasonal California ingredients prepared with traditional Japanese technique.

Chef Michael Cimarusti's seafood temple showcases the finest sustainable fish in a refined tasting menu format. A cornerstone of LA's fine dining scene for nearly two decades.

This Arts District powerhouse serves bold Italian cuisine in an industrial chic space. House-made salumi, wood-fired pizzas, and handmade pastas draw crowds nightly.

Set in Charlie Chaplin's former studio, this all-day restaurant from Walter and Margarita Manzke serves exceptional French-influenced California cuisine and outstanding pastries.

Chef Wes Avila elevated street tacos to an art form. Now in a brick-and-mortar location, his creative tacos feature seasonal ingredients and unexpected flavor combinations.

An LA institution since 1947, Langer's serves what many consider the best pastrami sandwich in America. The #19 with coleslaw and Russian dressing is legendary.

LA's legendary food hall since 1917 houses dozens of vendors serving everything from artisanal tacos to Thai street food to craft cocktails under one historic roof.

California's beloved fast-food institution serves fresh, never-frozen burgers with a cult following. The secret menu includes Animal Style, Protein Style, and more.

This Venice institution defined California farm-to-table dining with its wood-fired pizzas, seasonal vegetables, and effortlessly cool atmosphere. A beachside essential.

LA's premier Nashville hot chicken destination. The heat levels range from Country (no heat) to Howlin' (dangerously spicy), with long lines that prove it's worth the wait.

Tokyo's prestigious Edomae sushi tradition comes to LA. Master sushi chefs serve pristine fish flown in from Tsukiji in an omakase-only format.

Chef Josef Centeno's intimate Downtown restaurant blends Japanese and Italian influences in a creative omakase format that surprises and delights.

Korean-American cooking reimagined by chefs Katianna and John Hong. Their Korean fried chicken sandwich and inventive banchan have made this a must-visit.

This Thai Town institution serves steaming bowls of boat noodles and jade noodle soup perfect for LA's mild winter days.

All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ in Koreatown where you grill premium meats at your table. Perfect for groups on cool winter evenings.

A Chinatown classic serving fragrant Vietnamese pho with rich, aromatic broth. The large bowls are perfect for warming up.

This Venice bakery and deli is perfect for summer. Outstanding sandwiches, fresh salads, and excellent pastries in a beachy casual setting.

Tijuana-style tacos with perfectly griddled tortillas. Multiple locations but the original outdoor stand captures the summer taco vibe.

David Chang's LA outpost serves large-format dishes perfect for group dining. January is ideal for the whole fried rice and slow-cooked meats.

Nancy Silverton's meat-focused Italian restaurant is perfect for hearty January dining. The wood-burning oven produces exceptional roasted meats.