"If you want a low-key place to catch up with a friend you haven’t seen in forever, which is every friend these days, check out Loupiotte Kitchen. This tiny French cafe in Los Feliz spot is an ideal place to spend the morning chatting about how wild the last year has been, drinking French wine, and watching Eastsiders walk their dogs while hungover. Make sure you have a macchiato before you start in on the wine list—their espresso drinks are tremendous. From there, split some pastries and the cheese and charcuterie board, and then order the spinach-and-gruyere omelette all for yourself. " - brant cox, kat hong, arden shore, nikko duren