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Dining in Los Angeles

Los Angeles features 15,000+ restaurants celebrating California's farm-to-table ethos and incredible cultural diversity. From food trucks to celebrity chef restaurants, LA's food scene is innovative and trend-setting.

Popular Areas

DowntownHollywoodSanta MonicaVeniceBeverly HillsPasadena

Cuisine Highlights

Mexican, Korean BBQ, California cuisine, food trucks, Asian fusion, vegan options

Did You Know?

LA has the most food trucks per capita of any US city and is considered the birthplace of the modern food truck movement.

Essential Dining Guide for Los Angeles

💰 Average Price Range

USD $12-50 per person

⏰ Best Time to Dine

Lunch (11:30am-2pm) is busy; early dinner (5-6:30pm) avoids crowds. Weekend brunch requires reservations

🍽️ Insider Dining Tips for Los Angeles

  • Food trucks in Arts District and Grand Central Market offer diverse, affordable meals from top chefs
  • Korea Town has authentic Korean BBQ open 24/7, with best value after 10pm
  • Valet parking is common and expected at most restaurants - budget $8-15 extra
  • LA's car culture means delivery apps are heavily used, but dining in gets fresher food

🌍 Local Dining Customs & Etiquette

Health-conscious dining dominates - gluten-free, vegan, and organic options are standard. Tipping 18-20% is expected. Casual dress code even at upscale venues. Arrive on time or you may lose your reservation.

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