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Nestled in Chinatown, Firstborn, from Chef Anthony Wang, offers a modern twist on Chinese American cuisine with inventive dishes and a lively vibe that’s both upscale and inviting.

Atla brings a breezy, upscale vibe to Venice with its curated take on Mexican classics, featuring everything from flavorful quesadillas to standout seafood dishes.

Tucked away in Echo Park, Valerie Confections is a cozy bakery and café serving exquisite pastries, artisanal sandwiches, and premium coffee with a lovely outdoor patio vibe.

Ggiata serves vibrant East Coast-style Italian sandwiches and salads on seeded baguettes with killer sauces, plus stand-out sides and sweet treats.

Willie Mae’s serves up crispy, spicy, juicy NOLA fried chicken and Southern classics like gumbo, cornbread, and soul-warming sides in a casual Venice spot.

Classic retro diner inside the Hotel Normandie in Koreatown serving stacked, juicy burgers, patty melts, all-day breakfast, and housemade pies with a vintage vibe.

Sycamore Kitchen serves fresh, scratch-made pastries, hearty breakfast, and vibrant salads in a sunny, pet-friendly courtyard on La Brea.

R Bar is a cozy Koreatown dive with strong drinks, tasty eats, vintage vibes, and lively karaoke nights that keep locals coming back.

Go Get Em Tiger serves bright, house-roasted coffee and inventive breakfast bites in a lively, bar-style L.A. coffee spot with a friendly vibe.

Natraliart serves hearty Jamaican classics like smoky jerk chicken and oxtails in a cozy Mid-City spot with an attached Caribbean market.