Good food, casual spots in LA
Hey angelenos,
I’m looking for suggestions of casual spots with great food in Los Angeles. A place you frequent often because it’s not a hassle and easy to do on any given weeknight, even at the last second. I’d like to get recs from all over LA, so I didn’t want to specify a neighborhood.
I personally define “casual” as:
Relatively easy to get a rsvp (time-wise and day-wise)
If no rsvp available, can easily walk-in and shouldn’t be more than 30 min wait
Not particular challenging to navigate to driving-wise and parking-wise. This maybe eliminates some of the more difficult places to get to in downtown la.
Doesn’t require pre-planning. Can think of it last second, and be eating within the hour.
Some spots I think fit the bill for me personally:
Tuk Tuk on sawtelle. Solid Thai food, usually can find parking if you go 2-3 streets away from sawtelle.
Ramen and tendon bowls in mitsuwa market in west La. Sometimes can be crowded, but the tables turnover fast and the food is quick too.
Pizzana. There are enough locations now that it’s easier to get a table. I like their pastas more than their pizzas.
Mouthful eatery in Thousand Oaks. Great lomo saltado.
Popup bagels in Brentwood. Usually there is a line but it moves quick. I’ve never waited more than 5 minutes.
Thanks!