Alta Adams

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"Brunch here feels like a treat after a long work week: at this beloved West Adams joint I always feel so taken care of, with food that straddles the line between decadent and homey. The oxtails are my go-to — they fall apart with the gentlest touch atop a bed of creamy grits, with a crown of pickled Fresno chiles to keep the dish from becoming too heavy. I like to pair them with cornmeal pancakes submerged in brown butter caramel syrup, and, if the mood strikes, a mimosa flight." - Eater Staff

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"Set on a string-light-lit patio in West Adams, Alta Adams became a California soul-food sensation after Keith Corbin opened it in 2018, spotlighting Black foodways of the Great Migration with dishes like gravy-drenched oxtails punched up by soy, ginger, and miso and a signature fried chicken with Fresno chile hot sauce, while Corbin’s advocacy to hire and develop formerly incarcerated staff cements the restaurant’s role as a community leader." - Eater Staff

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"The decidedly warm and unfussy nature of Alta Adams is apparent the second you walk in. Terracotta tiles and honeyed woods nod to the Spanish Revival homes that are iconic to the Mid City and West Adams area. There are 12 counter seats and built-in booths, giving the space the feeling of a classic diner that's been made modern. Out back, there’s a charming patio lit with string light. Corbin’s SoCal comfort food includes dishes inspired by his grandmother’s cooking, like fall-off-the-bone tender braised oxtail and a vegan version of collard greens; served whole and on the rib and made with smoked oil, they'll totally fool you into thinking there’s ham hock hidden somewhere in there. Don’t skip the coconut cake, either. This is a great spot for a meal with friends out on the patio, or a second or third date with someone you're into. It's just buttoned up enough to be impressive, but not so stuffy that you'd be uncomfortable having a good laugh—or stealing a kiss." - Celeste Moure

"This is the kind of homey and comforting spot that anyone would be glad to have in their neighborhood, but would just as happily drive to find. Generous portions make it a favorite for family-style and group dining. The lovely back patio is draped with string lights and vines, fashioning a perfect backdrop for evenings alfresco. The cooking is soulful and comforting, starting with a plate of golden-fried black-eyed pea fritters with a garlicky green herb sauce for dipping. Their fried chicken is decadent, served juicy with a wickedly spicy hot sauce and caramelized sweet potatoes. Buttery coconut cake for dessert is pure, old-fashioned bliss." - Michelin Inspector

“Where Can I Be Sexy And Eat Fries By Myself?” - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"Step one, find your best sexy picnic outfit. Whether that’s a ball gown, Big Bud Press jumpsuit, or just something gingham, it’s imperative to look your hottest right now. Then, head to Alta Adams, a wonderful Southern restaurant in West Adams with an outdoor seating area that feels like a private backyard barbecue. Of course, there are other things on the menu, besides their fries rubbed with BBQ spices (like a honeydew melon bellini), that are worth your time, but you’re not here for that. You’re here to wear sunglasses at night and leaf through a book that’ll make you look sophisticated." - kat hong