Los Angeles

Gjelina Californian, Venice

Californian cuisine in Venice. There is something for everyone here. A vegan, a kosher, a fruitarian walk into a restaurant. THEY CAN DO IT…read more. 

Cobi’s Malaysian, Santa Monica

I do have an Indonesian bent, and this place hits the spot. Warm, convivial decor, always packed…read more.


Union Modern Italian, Pasadena

Yes, I drive to Pasadena for my Italian, but it is worth the voyage. All of their pastas are smash hits….read more.

Night + Market Song Thai, Silver Lake

Looking for Thai? Don’t waste your time, this is it….read more.

L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele Pizza, Hollywood

Original location in Naples, Italy. Yes, it’s in Hollywood but for me, the Diavola is the best pizza you will find in the city…read more.


Donna’s Italian, Echo Park

Eastside, real, comforting Italian in a beautiful setting…read more.

Connie & Ted’s Seafood, West Hollywood

New England seafood staple. Love their happy hour, enjoy a few stuffies and a Chablis at the bar….read more.