Botanica Restaurant and Market

Tucked in Koreatown, Bon Juk serves soul-soothing Korean porridge in various delicious styles—perfect for cozy meals or a comforting work lunch.

Nalu Vida is a vibrant beachside eatery in Venice, featuring a refreshing menu with tropical and Latin flavors and a chill vibe perfect for sunset dining.

Sqirl serves LA’s iconic ricotta toast and vibrant grain bowls in a minimalist, buzzy spot where housemade jams steal the show.

At Porridge + Puffs in Historic Filipinotown, Chef Minh Phan serves up innovative rice porridge bowls that blend comfort and creativity with seasonal flair.

Koreatown’s Beer Belly serves up legendary duck-fat fries, inventive burgers, and a killer all-California beer list in a cozy, buzzworthy setting.

Nong La is a cozy family-run Vietnamese gem on Sawtelle, renowned for its fresh pho and banh mi in a chill, modern setting, perfect for a casual bite or solo soup session.

Jewel is a vibrant plant-based café in Silver Lake serving creative vegan and vegetarian dishes like carrot lox toast and coconut tacos, with a cozy outdoor patio perfect for friendly brunches and community vibes.

Perched above Nordstrom at The Grove, Bar Verde offers a casual vibe with locally-sourced dishes, refreshing cocktails, and stellar views of the bustling square below.

L&E Oyster Bar serves daily fresh oysters, inventive seafood plates, and stellar cocktails in a cozy Silver Lake spot perfect for laid-back dates and weekend unwinding.

GEBANG SIKDANG POP UP stirs Korean heritage into a sleek, minimalist space with inventive dishes spotlighting seasonal, fresh bites.