The Cheesecake Factory

As its name suggests, this Los Angeles-based company, founded in 1972, specializes in cheesecakes: what began as a small shop has become a company with over 200 locations in the United States. On the menu: some thirty delicious cheesecakes, each more gourmet and hearty than the last, among which the simple and evocative Original stands out. While desserts can be ordered at any time of day, The Cheesecake Factory also serves savory dishes for lunch and dinner.