Tasty food and drinks to try in Los Angeles.
So, you’re visiting La la land and you’re looking for places to satisfy your tastebuds? Well, you’ve come to the right place. I love exploring LA especially since it’s one of America’s top foodie destinations! This city excels at everything from fast food to high end restaurants to an array of delicious cuisine from all around the globe. Alright, sit tight and let the mouth watering begin!
1. EAT AT REPUBLIQUE RESTAURANT FOR BRUNCH
Location: 624 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Menu: Republique Menu
Hours: Cafe Hours: Monday – Sunday 8am – 2pm | Dinner Hours: Monday – Sunday 6pm – 9pm
Reservations? No
Umm, this place is seriously legiiiiiit…It’s so yummy we’ve been there twice and ordered the exact same food. Maybe we need to continue going so we can try different dishes and broaden our horizons. I ordered the Smoked Salmon Benedict which is to die for! It has pain au lait, spinach, jalapeño hollandaise, avocado, and poached eggs. If you love salmon, this is the dish to get. If you’re have more of a sweet tooth, instead of savory, their Brioche French Toast with vermont maple syrup is delicious! My husband loves it so much, he orders it all the time! Republique is also a bakery, say what?! So make sure you try their cheesecake and scones! If you like to enjoy drinks with your meal, they have tasty Bloody Mary’s, Mamosas, and other good cocktails. Check out their menu above to start drooling. By the way, it’s very important to stay safe during these times, so don’t you worry, they have patio seating and you will be 6 feet away from others. Hope you get to experience their cuisine!
2. DRINK A CUP OF COFFEE AT THE BUTCHER, THE BAKER, THE CAPPUCCINO MAKER COFFEE SHOP!
Location: 8653 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Menu: BBCM Menu
Hours: 8am-6pm Daily
Reservations? No
Oh my goodness! I saw a picture of their colorful flower cappuccino on a blog and I was hooked! I had to try it! It’s called BBCM SIGNATURE COLORBURST LATTE. It’s too beautiful, I almost didn’t want to drink it. Not only do they serve tasty heart-warming coffee, but they also have brunch plates, salads and soups, sandwiches and burgers, sides, and of course cocktails, selection of wines, teas, beer and juices! We didn’t get to try their food because we had just eaten at Republique, so we’re definitely going back. The atmosphere is so chill as well. Sadly, due to COVID, we didn’t get to sit inside where they have a very chic interior design. However, their outside seating is just as beautiful! They have an outdoor lawn with boho chairs for cute photos too. It’s such a gorgeous cafe you will definitely want to visit again!
* Photo from www.grandcentralmarket.com
3. GRAND CENTRAL MARKET
Location: 317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Hours: 8am-10pm Daily
Vendors: Check out their vendors on their website: Grand Central Market
Let’s talk about more food! LA is rich with different types of foods and the Grand Central Market is definitely the place where you can gift your taste buds with a variety of flavors! This market was opened back in 1917, and like today, people came together to celebrate the cuisines and cultures of Los Angeles. It’s pretty amazing that it continues to do so! You can literally eat all types of food like Japanese, Chinese, American, Mexican, Italian, and more. Check out their vendor list above. I highly recommend you take the time to grab a bite at the historic Grand Central Market!
4. OAKOBING KOREAN- STYLE SHAVED ICE
Location: 3300 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020
Hours: Friday - Sunday 1pm-11pm | Monday - Thursday 1pm - 10pm
Menu: Oakobing.com
If you've never tried Korean-style fluffy textured shaved ice, I recommend you do at once! Ici flakes can be served with different toppings and flavors. Once you try it, you will be going back again. We did and we will mostly likely return soon.
5. SONORATOWN TACOS
Location: 208 E 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Hours: Weekdays: 11am-9pm | Weekends 11am-10pm
Menu: sonoratown.com
If you watched the Netflix docuseries “Taco Chronicles,” then you know that this place is where its at! These tacos are so tasty and delicious you’re going to want to wait in line again after finishing your first batch! They literally make sure to bring the flour all the way from Sonora, Mexico so you can taste the culture of Mexico! I feel like everyone loves flour tortillas, no? I sure do! So these tacos are definitely going to make your taste buds burst from all the flavors in your mouth. I highly recommend you visit this small taqueria!
*Photo from www.perchla.com
6. THE PERCH ROOFTOP BAR
Location: 448 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Hours: Weekdays: 5pm-12:30am | Weekends 10am-12:30am
Menu: Perch Menu
Reservations? No
This French rooftop bistro is going to give you all the LA feels. You’ll think you’re a celebrity living the Hollywood life. This bistro has amazing views of the LA skyline and it’s even more amazing during sunset! They have delicious drinks and apparently also dishes. We didn’t eat when we went but now I want to go again and try everything because they all look bomb! When you enter the building, you’ll take an elevator all the way to the rooftop where there are couches and chairs to sit and enjoy the views! Highly recommend this spot for a chill evening out with friends or date night!
7. PILOT ROOFTOP RESTAURANT
Location: 7920 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Hours: 7am-11pm Daily | Happy Hour (Monday-Friday) 2PM-6PM
Menu: Pilot Menu
Reservations? Yes! Call to make a reservation: (323) 405-9993
Now this place is definitely very elegant indeed. The reason why I wanted to visit was because I saw it on TikTok and it looked so beautiful. I didn’t even see the menu lol. I fell in love with the ambiance of the boho decor, LA rooftop views, and of course the food! I ordered the Black Truffle Mafaldi, shaved Black Truffle, Pecorino, Chive, and Black Pepper Lemon Sauce and it was sooooo delicious! I can’t! Check out their menu above. I highly recommend this place for a date night, because it’s pretty romantic I must say. But, it’s also a great place to go with friends and enjoy an evening in the city!
8. TRAVEL TO WANDERLUST CREAMERY
Location: 7920 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Hours: 12pm-11pm daily
Menu: wanderlustcreamery.com
Take a snack break and travel to Wanderlust Creamery where you will choose flavors from all around the world. Get inspired by your wanderlust! Choose from their signature flavors such as Vietnamese Rocky Road, Abuelita Malted Crunch, Japanese Neapolitan, Panda Tres Leches and more! You will not want to miss this. The great thing is, there are a few locations around Los Angeles, so make sure to make a pit stop.
9. TRAVEL TO EATALY
Location: 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067
Hours: Thursday - Saturday 8:30am - 10:00pm | Sunday - Wednesday 8:30am - 9:00pm
Menu: eataly.com
You don't have to travel all the way to Italy to get authentic food to eat at a restaurant and to take home. Eataly is a three-story building with a wide selection pastries, cheeses, breads, fruits, veggies, wines and meats. All you could ever ask for. Don't forget to grab a bite to eat and grab a drink at their rooftop restaurant with great views of LA. Their food was delicious. I highly recommend it.
It’s my hope and desire for you to try as many tasty treats on your trip to Los Angeles. Take your planning to the next level and download the app WRIBBN on your phone to save and organize all your lists in one place. Check out my Los Angeles list to start planning your trip to La la land!
Well loves, I hope you have the most wonderful time in one of the greatest cities in the United States. Don’t forget to get out of your comfort zone and try new foods!
Blessings and happy traveling!
