Two months after LA’s restaurant’s were ordered to close their dining rooms, a somber mood still covers LA. Some have figured out how much they need to pay the rent with no dine-in customers and others have simply given up. I continue reviewing restaurants that are currently in operation. Hurry Curry of Tokyo Hurry Curry…
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Week 6 – Coronavirus Dining in LA
Gaetano’s Restaurant If you are looking for something different to do with the family, Gaetano’s has you covered. Gaetano’s Restaurant just added a Pizza Kit to their “To Go” line-up. The basic ($8.95) includes grated mozzarella and pizza sauce. Toppings such as pepperoni, sausage, and mushrooms are optional. Simple instructions are included with the kit…
Week 2 – Coronavirus Dining in LA
Stop Bye Cafe is a gourmet food truck that services Indonesian-fusion cuisine. converted from brick and mortar to food truck and they prepare some of the best food that LA food trucks currently offer. Food preparation is the key for Stop Bye Cafe as their meat is pre-marinated Further chef Justin Tulus benefits from his…
Kimukatsu Features Ultimate Katsu
Kimukatsu is an extremely popular restaurant chain operating primarily in Japan. It has locations abroad and only a single location in the US. Fortunately, that location is on Sawtelle Blvd. in West LA. Kimukatsu specializes in deep-fried pork cutlet known as katsu. They also serve ramen. The interior is upscale and stylish. They have walls…
Where to Watch the Women’s World Cup in LA
Once again, the US women’s soccer team is showing up the men’s team in World Cup action. The team debuted in grand fashion beating Thailand 13-0! Below is a list of venues that you can watch the action live. Remember that they are playing in France which is nine hours ahead of Pacific time. That…
Pikoh – A New American Cafe by Ricardo Zarate
Rosaliné executive chef Ricardo Zarate and his chef de cuisine, James Jung, recently opened Pikoh in West L.A. With Pikoh, Zarate leverages his worldwide travel experiences by offering dishes beyond his native Peruvian cuisine. The restaurant is designed for conversation. Entering Pikoh, you feel like you’re walking into a backyard filled with trees and hanging…
Celebrate National Croissant Day on Wednesday, Jan. 30
Wednesday, Jan. 30 is National Croissant Day. After visiting France, I fell in love with croissants. They were both buttery and flakey and simply delicious. It was difficult for me to eat just one croissant. That experience inspired me to check out some of the best croissants LA has to offer. This Wednesday, I hope…
Menya Musashi – My Tsukemen Choice on Sawtelle Blvd
UPDATE: Menya Musashi closed in April 2020. Menya Musashi is one of the newest restaurant to open on Sawtelle Blvd. in West LA. The restaurant is named after the legendary samurai, Miyamoto Musashi, who was famed for his double sword style. Menya Musashi debuted in Tokyo and the founders are considered to be icons in…
Attari Sandwich Shop Still Delivers Delicious Offerings
Tucked away off of Westwood Blvd in Westwood is Attari Sandwich Shop. It has been in business for many years, but because of the quality of their offerings, I keep returning to this Middle Eastern eatery. Attari Sandwich Shop is located in the heart of LA’s Persian Square and is one of the most popular…
John O’Groats Still Delivers Great Home-style Breakfasts
West LA’s John O’Groats has been serving solid American comfort food for 36 years. They are open for breakfast and lunch and are best known for their signature items like corned beef hash, fried chicken, omelets and freshly baked buttermilk biscuits. John O’Groats lunch menu includes sandwiches, burgers and freshly made salads. Owner Paul…