The Best Restaurants for Lunch in LA, According to Eater Editors | Eater LA

"This bustling cafe and prepared foods counter on West Third Street remains one of LA’s most enduring daytime experiences, with top-quality cheeses, sandwiches, and premade dishes served from early morning to the evening. During the mornings, breakfast options like omelettes shine, but by lunch time, most people will get the steel bowls of tossed salad or sandwiches. The short rib sandwich is iconic, appearing on the front of Bon Appetit magazine many years ago and still excellent. It overflows with melty cheese and tender braised short rib between two slices of country bread. After lunch, go to the pastry counter at the far end and pick up a slice of carrot cake to enjoy there or on the go. Joan’s on Third is one of the most versatile places to eat in LA, especially for lunch." - Matthew Kang