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Letter of Recommendation

You know that one restaurant that’s just right because of that one special thing? Yeah, us too. That’s why we’re introducing our newest franchise: Letter of Recommendation. These are tributes to spots that offer something unique — restaurants we can’t live without. They may not be the most buzzy, but they provide something essential.

Header illustration by Pamela Chen

Doto's fried chicken sandwich

How I Fell in Love With Doto

An appreciation for this small-but-mighty neighborhood spot, which combines California cuisine, izakaya inspiration, and more to offer something for everyone.

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Am I Cool Enough To Sit At Cafe Triste?

Oren Peleg contemplates the scene at this buzzy Chinatown wine bar and restaurant.

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Barra Santos Feels Like A Dinner Party Every Night

The Cypress Park hotspot dishes up cool Portugal-inspired cuisine, natural wine, and excellent neighborhood hang vibes.

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There’s Never Been A Better Time to Visit Kismet Than Right Now

A writer rediscovers the joy of revisiting the restaurants that make a neighborhood. First up: Sara Kramer and Sarah Hymanson’s Cal-Med classic, Kismet.

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The kitchen counter at Yess

A Night at Yess. Or, a Meal That Came So Close to Never Happening

The third dish from my evening at Yess — a grand little restaurant in downtown L.A. that reminded me so…

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Lunch at the Chateau Marmont Is the Ultimate Treat to Yourself

What is there to say that hasn’t already been said about the Chateau Marmont? It’s the Chateau, baby—one of the…

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The Triumphant Return of The Airliner, Now Home to Bar Food Unlike Any Other in L.A.

The Airliner checks all of the drink boxes, but what really tips it over is what comes out of the kitchen.

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V Wine Room space

V Wine Room Is the Perfect Respite From West Hollywood Madness

A good neighborhood bar can be a vital part of your daily life. And sometimes, you love a neighborhood bar…

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Tsubaki spread

Tsubaki Is the Perfect L.A. Restaurant to Show Off to Out-of-Towners

When my boyfriend’s teenage sister came to visit us in L.A. last winter, she had one request: to eat well.…

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Nossa Caipirinha Bar cocktail

The Gift of Solo Dining

Here’s how it goes: It’s Wednesday night. Or it’s Sunday night. Or it’s Thursday night. I haven’t seen another person…

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