I would have to say the chili and the beef stew was bomb. Definite hit the spot on a rainy day…read more Try to come on off hours to make sure you don't wait in line.

Another iconic Los Angeles spot checked off the bucket list! Philippe The Original is one of those…read moreplaces that feels like stepping back in time, and I love that it has maintained so much of its old-school charm. Famous for its French dip sandwiches, Philippe's is a true LA institution. The sandwiches are simple, classic, and delicious, and the famous hot mustard definitely adds a kick! The cafeteria-style ordering, communal tables, and vintage atmosphere are all part of the experience. It's not fancy, and that's exactly what makes it special. There's something fun about visiting a restaurant that has been serving generations of Angelenos for over a century. Whether you're a local or just exploring LA's historic landmarks, Philippe's is definitely worth a stop. Good food, plenty of nostalgia, and a little piece of Los Angeles history!

Wow one of the best katsu sandos ever. Stopped by during Bob Baker Day and it was the perfect meal…read more Small establishment but there is a spot to stand and dine at if you want to eat it fresh. The person working the front was super helpful with the menu and also hooked it up a bit with the curry and fries. Took about 10-12 minutes to prepare three sandwich combos, didn't felt long at all! Sandwich wasn't overly battered and it had the right amount of slaw and sauce. Big fan of the spicy sauce that goes with the sandwich too! Regular curry was okay but the spicy curry had the best spice and seasoning! Also the emo jams playing while eating my sandwich really took me back to middle and high school, I loved it lol. Definitely plan to come back as I want to try the walnut shrimp sando and will be recommending this place to my OC friends. Thanks for the sticker! :D

Okay katsu sandwiches that work for a lunchtime fix…read more Went for a weekday lunch. There is paid lot parking ($5) or metered street parking, which should be easy enough to get during the weekday. Ordered the original chicken sandwich. Was decently sized and well cooked, but lacked a bit of flavor to it. There was a sauce on the side that reminded a little of a hot sauce I've had before (either Cholula or red rooster maybe?). That helped with the flavor. May need to try some of the other types of sandwiches with curry perhaps. Would have been 4 stars but they do not offer tap water or flat water outside of bottled Fiji, which is bit expensive to have with a simple sandwich. So I ate my sandwich without something to wash it down with. Sad times.

Wow. I got an Uber Eats voucher from work and tried Eastside Italian Deli for delivery. I ordered…read morethe spicy Italian with cheese. YUM! The portion size was nice and the meats and cheese are perfect. The not so spicy peppers gave a little kick. What a great find. I'll be back to Eastside Deli.

The sandwiches here are hard to beat! I have ordered most of the sandwiches and salads here over…read moreall the years and can honestly say nothing has ever disappointed! Stopped off to enjoy my fav, salami and cheese.. My son tore up the DA Special... All of the meats, cheeses and bread are always fresh and so flavorful! Top off your sandwich with some peppercinis and banana peppers from the bar and it's match made in LA! This place gets busy during the lunch rush but they are quick and efficient to get your meal out to you! The ambiance of this place is rad! I believe the deli looks pretty much the way it did when it started in 1929.. It's definitely old stool Los Angeles ..

Needless to say, like other positive reviews, best hot chicken in the US…read more But this review is specifically for their customer service. I recently had an issue with my order caused by a third party, and the team listened to my concerns and resolved the issue promptly. Everyone was incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional throughout the process. The team is amazing they deserve 10 stars.

One of the best Nashville hot chicken sandwiches I've ever had. Sometimes the line can be long and…read moreparking isn't always easy but this sandwich is worth it. It's a thick piece of chicken with crispy coating and the spice is so flavorful. The medium had me sweating! The place is more for take-out (I ate it in my car) but there is outdoor seating as well that's great for people watching

STEPH JUDGEMENT: A Dodgers fan fever dream of a restaurant with surprisingly good food…read more The hubby and I were in the area and stumbled upon this place. I'd read about it in the LA Times months ago but never expected to actually try it. So of course we had to try it. We ordered: - Fried zucchini (crispy and tasty) - Whole pie with gluten free crust, vegan sausage and regular cheese - Vegan turkey sandwich (excellent BEHIVE turkey, warm focaccia) We were quite impressed with their food, especially considering our no-meat, gluten-sensitive considerations. The place was also CRAZY full of all kinds of fun Dodgers memorabilia, as to be expected. We don't really care about the Dodgers (just as well, considering their most recent dashed dreams of a three-peat), but we care about this restaurant!

Stopped by to try a slice of the Taqueria Frontera al pastor pizza and it was definitely one of the…read morebest slices I've had! Need to go back before it's gone :) The wings and the "Good Boy" slice with Burrata and Hot Honey are also a great choice. Great place to catch a game with some good food.

Every time I try Thien Huong Restaurant, I am consistently amazed how consistent and top notch…read moretheir service is, which reflects in their amazing food. I make it an effort to come here at least once a month (sometimes more), but every time, I am always greeted by the friendliest staff. The food is always consistent and amazing. The noodles and broth really make this place special. Again, it really does feel like you're eating at your grandparents home. The noodles are always the perfect consistency and never have I ever left here with thinking, "that was off today". It is truly amazing to see this spot evolve over the years as I discovered this place during COVID. The waiting during rush hour times is not a bother for me because I am glad that this mom and pop restaurant is continuing to thrive and serve this community amazing food.

What we got: 1. Bun cha Ha Noi (10/10) probably my favorite…read moredish we got. Portion was huge and the meat itself was tender and juicy. 2. Banh cuon (7.5/10) satisfied the craving but not the best I've had 3. Bun bo hue/ pho (6/10) both were a little bland There aren't a ton of seats in the restaurant so the wait was pretty long. It's a very popular spot and you have to wait in line outside to get in! Overall not bad would come back for the bun cha

This place is indeed such a jewel of a place. We were walking back from Union Station after a…read moreDodger game and as we were walking by I was curious to see if the restaurant was actually open. The exterior looks like it should be, but unfortunately many restaurants have been closing in this part of the city. Luckily, it was indeed open and the interior was VIBRANT! The design was colorful, filled with hand chalked signs of the menu, and everything, from the tables to the art on the walls, burst with personality. This is a place where minimalism doesn't exist and instead, it spends every opportunity to showcase who it is. Ordering is relatively simple. You walk over to the counter and tell them what you want. Everything is made to order so it'll take some time, but when it comes to refreshments you can see their large selection of different drinks in their glass case refrigerator on the side. My junior high years inspired me and I had to get an Arizona ice tea. It came in clutch as refreshment considering how hot the day was. On one wall there was a huge TV showing the Fifa World Cup games. It caught my eye and so we decided to dine in instead of taking it to go. Great choice by the way since hot food is best to eat right away. And what exactly did I get? Their po' boys of course! You have to keep it classic. We had the popcorn shrimp po' boy and it was fantastic. Meaty, tangy from the sauce, and with the right amount of green in their fluffy but structurally intact bread, I believe I finished this in five minutes cause it was so good. My hunger didn't dissipate quickly so I had to go back for round two. The Debris Fries caught my eyes. Fries smothered with their brown gravy and cheese, it was a delicious disaster and warmed my belly and fulfilled my appetite. I was one happy food belly dad. Being connected to a small store with neon lights highlighting some of the hot sauces and merchandise you can buy on one side while connected to the pub next door on the other side, The Little Jewel of New Orleans is one of those places you take good friends to when you want to show them a special place where the food is delicious, the vibes are immaculate, and the experience unforgettable. Whether you have to find an excuse to come out here or the restaurant is the excuse, make your way to The Little Jewel of New Orleans the next time you're around Chinatown. You won't regret it. Bring that appetite with you!

Wow, you've expanded. Little Jewel of NOLO opens up lively bar right next door. In addition to your…read morechoice of games the have a nice sized bar, plenty of seating and a fine selection of draft on tap. Little Jewel still has a great menu that hits all your New Orleans specialties - Po Boys, muffuletta, jambalaya, grilled oysters (on select days), and a whole lotta other fried things. The muffuletta bread was a bit dry but otherwise delicious. Debris fries really hit the spot.

There's a reason why this place has been in business for over 15 years…read more They stuck to what they know and that's Banh Mi. Just good old fashion authentic Vietnamese sandwich's. Yes, they have pate. Unlike all these wannabe startup Banh Mi places. There's no fusion meats and recipes here. $6 sandwich and a $4 ice coffee and you're good to go for $10. It's a small ma n pa shop, family owned. That's why they can afford to keep their sandwiches at $5 for soooo long. These are the kind of places we as a community need to be supporting. Delicious food and good hard working members of our community.

This cute little shop is cash only and it's a little hard to find…read moreThe menu had options from bahn mi to soup and noodles. The lady working the counter was very friendly and the bahn mi sandwiching had was delicious

This place was amazing. I got the pho with beef and a sugarcane juice. The pho was in a huge bowl…read moreand the broth was so flavorful. Plenty of noodles and beef to go along with it + all the sides. I would go back again when I'm around. Very filling and comforting bowl of soup!!! The sugarcane juice was so so good. There's a hint of orange in it for added flavor, and it works perfectly. It's a bit expensive at 7 dollars, but it hit the spot. Honestly, I'm not hesitant to spend 7-10 dollars on a cup of coffee, so maybe it wasn't truly that expensive. The restaurant itself is fairly unassuming and may not look as fancy and in order as some more new wave places, but the flavors here can't easily be replicated. Easily some of the better pho I've had in LA. Granted, i was really hungry, so that could have factored into the score. Places like this are what i love so much about Chinatown. The atmosphere inside is incredibly welcoming and there was a steady flow of customers coming for the Vietnamese coffee. I'm sad i didn't get to explore this part of the city during its prime, but im happy places like Gigo's are still around to enjoy and appreciate. Give it a try if your around the area and craving some pho.

A nice and simple -hole in the wall- discovery here in Chinatown LA…read more Sweet people, service was friendly and quick. I enjoyed the food, was delicious. Thank you Gigo's Cafe and Deli. Keep up the nice work.

Fortunately my fiancee and I were in town for the weekend and could catch Kape Lasita. They have a…read morenice compact menu with not too much going on. Since we were trying to eat at as many places without feeling food coma'ed out, we ordered 1 Corn Beef Silog. Calamansi Tonic Espresso and Black Mamba. The Corn Beef Silog was really solid, it was also deep fried in a Panko Crusted outer layer which is their take on a Croquette. We particularly like the crunch it adds to the dish. But yeah it was the corn beef has we were looking for mixed with the good 'ol garlic rice and sunny side up egg. The vinegar they used was a lot stronger than I thought and I think they could do without it. The tonic espresso grew on me, upon first sip, I could taste the tonic and I haven't had tonic before so I wasn't feeling it. Until I mixed it and it got a lot better. What was really cute too, is they have pop up vendors and it was a bread and dessert vendor that are right across the counter. What caught my eye was this apron that was a collaboration between Garden and Seeds x Lasita. It had so many pockets and it went from a short apron to a long one with just a zipper. I bought this for the sole purpose of wearing it as an accessory as Tan/Brown pairs well with black and white clothing. Staff was so nice and helpful when ordering and even inquiring about the apron since there was no price on it. Hopefully we'll be back and can catch them during their dinner service!

My fiance and I went for their breakfast on a weekend morning and their silogs were amazing!…read more we got the corn beef silog and I love that it has a crispy exterior to it for that crunch. the garlic rice and egg was also solid. drinks: we got the calamansi espresso tonic and black mamba. the black mamba was on the sweeter side. everything came out pretty quickly and we were able to get a booth with no problem. parking: on Sunday the meter is free! but there is also a parking lot next door that is paid.