Author: Kelly Dobkin

The Rundown   Los Angeles

Five Things to Know About Rokusho, Hollywood’s Swanky Japanese Newcomer

Just down the street from Sunset Sound, where legends like the Beach Boys and Prince recorded their Top 40 hits,…

By Kelly Dobkin October 23, 2024

The One Who Keeps the Book   Los Angeles

How to Get into Lucky Tiki, WeHo’s Hidden-Gem Cocktail Speakeasy

There was a time when we wouldn’t have put “tiki speakeasy above a hot dog stand” on our bingo card…

By Kelly Dobkin September 9, 2024

Guides   Los Angeles

How to Spend a Perfect 72 Hours Eating Your Way Through L.A.

Clocking in at just over 500 square miles, a city as sprawling and diverse as Los Angeles can hardly be…

By Kelly Dobkin August 23, 2024

The Rundown   Los Angeles

Meet The Benjamin, Hollywood’s New Destination for Burgers, Martinis, and Art Deco Glam

“I sell t-shirts, I don’t need to open a restaurant,” was Ben Shenassafar’s line whenever someone asked him if he…

By Kelly Dobkin July 15, 2024

The Rundown   Los Angeles

Meet Leopardo, the Wildest New Pizzeria in Los Angeles

“It’s a pretty wild pizzeria,” is how chef Joshua Skenes describes his newest restaurant, Leopardo. And he’s not (just) talking…

By Kelly Dobkin June 25, 2024

Guides   Los Angeles

Where to Eat Before an Event in Downtown L.A.

Downtown is L.A.’s own mini metropolis, from the towering skyscrapers to the turn-of-the-century architecture. And accordingly, it’s also home to…

By Kelly Dobkin June 5, 2024

The One Who Keeps the Book   Los Angeles

How to Snag a Table at Ètra, the Coolest Restaurant in Melrose Hill

Dimly lit shots of split-open langoustines, garlic chip-topped steak tartare, and a chicory salad with wisps of parm have been…

By Kelly Dobkin May 24, 2024

Guides   Los Angeles

The Resy Guide to Outdoor Dining in Los Angeles

For many Angelenos, al fresco has long been the preferred way to dine. Between the fresh air, warm weather, and…

By Heather Platt, Kelly Dobkin and Resy Staff Updated: April 22, 2024

Guides   Los Angeles

15 Homerun Restaurant Options Near Dodger Stadium

Whether you’re headed to a ball game or a concert, at some point in your L.A. life, you will wind…

By Kelly Dobkin Updated: October 24, 2024

Guides   Los Angeles

The Ultimate Los Angeles Guide to Brunch For Every Occasion

Brunching in L.A. is a favorite pastime; some even consider it sport. With seemingly infinite options, from dim sum to…

By Lesley Balla and Kelly Dobkin Updated: October 22, 2024