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The Iconic Frozen Treat Stand, Known for Its Enduring Charm and a Certain Pop Culture Nod, Is Set to Open Its Second Location in Belmont Shores This December, Joining Other Notable Restaurant News Across the Region.

82 views·Oct 27

The Internationally Recognized Zuma, Known for Its Miso Black Cod, Has Set up a 250-Seat Restaurant Within the Historic Guild Hotel.

53 views·Oct 26

Despite a Vibrant Local Pizza Scene, Not a Single L.a. Spot Was Included in Doordash's 2026 Ranking of Top Independent Pizzerias for Delivery.

88 views·Oct 26

Diners and Employees Were Caught Off Guard When the Popular Mexican Spot Shut Its Doors Mid-Service, Leading to a Swift and Unexplained Removal of the Entire Restaurant.

48 views·Oct 26

The Century-Old Diner Is Set to Reopen Under New Ownership with a New Nonprofit Partnership, Alongside Other Classic Southern California Restaurant Comebacks.

20 views·Oct 25

With Tens of Thousands of Choices in Los Angeles County, a New Annual Guide Aims to Cut Through the Commotion and Highlight the Region's Culinary Standouts.

82 views·Oct 24

Chef Brian Bornemann, a Santa Monica Native, Opens His New 40-Seat Restaurant with a Focus on Affordable, High-Quality Italian-Inspired Dishes and an Extensive Bar Program.

97 views·Oct 22

What Was Once a Quiet Local Secret Is Now a Buzzing Destination, Drawing Thousands Before Sunrise Each Saturday Thanks to Its Newfound Social Media Fame.

57 views·Oct 22

The Hwood Group's Latest West Hollywood Restaurant Reimagines the 'Vibey Asian' Dining Era with a Modern Menu and Late-Night Djs.

68 views·Oct 21

After Years of Customer Requests, the Popular Bakery Chain Is Planning Its First Inland Empire Outpost as Part of a New Commercial Development.

64 views·Oct 21

The Historic Restaurant, Which Closed Earlier This Year, Will Return with New Owners, an Expanded Menu, and Familiar—if Tweaked—classics.

85 views·Oct 20

The Patriarch of Carnitas El Momo Brought Salamanca-Style Carnitas to Southern California, Building a Legacy That Continues Through His Family.

50 views·Oct 20

The U.s. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s 2022 Lawsuit Alleged a Hostile Work Environment for Over 100 Female Employees, Many of Them Teenagers, Across the California-Based Restaurant Chain.

44 views·Oct 19

The Iconic Los Angeles Diner Is Bringing Its Retro Vibe and Late-Night Breakfast Menu to Sunset Boulevard, Initially Offering Takeout.

74 views·Oct 19

Chefs Adam Gertler and Shane Lyons Are Offering Multi-Course Dinners at Their Chef's Counter, with Personalized Menus Designed to Leave Diners Completely Satisfied.

28 views·Oct 19

The Internationally Recognized Izakaya Brings Its Signature Dishes and a New Local Focus to the Historic Guild Hotel.

34 views·Oct 17

The Acclaimed Chef's New Modern Italian Steakhouse Offers a Fresh Dining Option in Palisades Village as the Community Works to Recover From the 2025 Wildfire.

67 views·Oct 17

The New Restaurant at the Historic Hollywood Roosevelt Aims to Shake up Expectations with Unique Drinks and Decadent Sweet Courses.

51 views·Oct 17

The Annual Open-Air Culinary Event in Beverly Hills Brings Together a Premier Collection of Pitmasters and Mixologists, All Benefiting No Kid Hungry.

67 views·Oct 16

Celebrity Chef Curtis Stone's European-Style Butcher Shop and Glamorous Steakhouse Continues to Impress with Unique Cuts and an Immersive Dining Experience.

90 views·Oct 14

The Newly Opened Facility Replaces the Historic Airport Building with Expanded Amenities, Though Some Travelers Encountered Opening-Day Glitches.

37 views·Oct 13

The Iconic Googie-Style Building, Which Marks the Unofficial End of Route 66, Is the Subject of a Preservation Battle Against Plans for an Eight-Story Apartment Complex.

80 views·Oct 13

Situated Near the Capitol Records Building, This Hotel Bar and Restaurant Provides a Less Chaotic Alternative for Cocktails and a Structured Menu.

32 views·Oct 12

What Started as a Small Side Project Has Become a Local Sensation, with Lines Forming Well Before Opening for the Seasonal Treat.

77 views·Oct 12

Chefs Adam Gertler and Shane Lyons Are Serving Multi-Course Dinners at Their Los Angeles Pop-Up Through January 2027, Focusing on Diner Satisfaction.

54 views·Oct 11