Harold & Belle's

"Open since 1969, Harold & Belle’s still prepares traditional Louisiana favorites to a large and loyal local clientele including the gumbo, po’boys, and a hearty jambalaya. This spot is one of Los Angeles’s longest-operating Black-owned restaurants and fills up regularly, especially on Sundays after church. The bustling indoor dining room is flanked by a full bar and some television screens for languid weekend meals." - Mona Holmes

"Though Harold & Belle’s hosts a Mardis Gras celebration every year, anyone can sample its Louisiana dishes year-round. This establishment opened over 50 years ago and serves all the classics with jambalaya, catfish, shrimp, and crawfish etouffee. For those in need of a cocktail, Harold & Belle’s also serves fiercely strong hurricanes." - Mona Holmes

"This historic Jefferson Park restaurant opened over 54 years ago and continues to prepare respectable dishes that LA residents depend on, including fresh oysters, po’boys, fish platters, jambalaya, a $10 Sazerac cocktail, and liver and onions." - Mona Holmes

"One of LA’s oldest restaurants has been preparing traditional Louisiana Creole dishes since 1969. Harold & Belle’s is a community centerpiece for LA dining where gumbo, po’ boys, wonderful crab cakes, and a hearty jambalaya. If in the mood for a house specialty, opt for the slightly spicy and hearty shrimp and crawfish etouffee." - Eater Staff

"In addition to the crawfish and beer event, Harold & Belle’s is also offering a Mother’s Day special this weekend. For just $95, you and your mom will be treated to a Southern family feast including gumbo, fried chicken, catfish strips, red beans and rice, potato salad, and bread pudding with whiskey sauce. It’s available to order through ChowNow, or you can call (323) 735-9023 to place an order." - kat hong