Pollos Asados El Jaimito

The Fight for L.A.’s Street Food Vendors | Eater

"Located outside a Big Saver Foods market in El Sereno, this outdoor stall draws customers with the smell of smoke and grilled chicken as the vendor cooks whole, spatchcocked birds on an open grill. The operator has worked as a street vendor in Los Angeles for several years and describes past crackdowns by authorities that forced him to move locations and even haul his grill away on foot to avoid confiscation. He and his staff say they avoid seeking permits because the permitting process is costly and complex, but they emphasize visible preparation and confidence in the quality and safety of their food, even comparing it favorably to chain options." - Zoie Matthew