Larchmont Village Wine, Spirits & Cheese
Read moreHeart for the home made sandwiches of this shop in wines and cheese. A small price and extra fresh ingredients: olive oil and organic balsamic vinegar, dried tomatoes, Parmesan, quenelle, avocados. The hotel is located in Larchmont Village, south of Hollywood.
Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant
Read moreProbably the best pastrami on rye in Southern California can be found here. Langer's is so popular with Angelenos that the intersection of 7th Street and Alvarado Street is nicknamed Langer's Square; a godsend that a subway stop is right in front of the restaurant, making it accessible by public transport. A fabulous mix of customers - young and old, rich and poor - adds to the friendly atmosphere.
UMAMI BURGER
Read moreA good place to eat burgers. It is said that the owner of this chain, Adam Fleischman, tasted all thehamburgers in L.A. to design the best ones for his restaurant. The burger breads come from a Portuguese bakery and the fillings are varied, with parmesan cheese, roasted onion or shiitake mushrooms. The Umami burger is probably the most successful on the menu.
CHEESE BOARD PIZZA COLLECTIVE
Read moreThe house has been in existence since 1971, and the queue on Saturday afternoons is the longest in the neighborhood! The pizzas here vary according to the season and the chef's inspiration. The pizzas are, of course, delicious and generous. The choice of ingredients seems endless, but there's plenty of time to choose! And on some evenings, there's live music. Cheese Board is also a bakery and a cheese shop a few steps away (at 1504), both equally renowned and open at different times.
LIGURIA BAKERY
Read moreFounded in 1911, Liguria Bakery is known throughout San Francisco. In this bakery, time has stood still for the neighborhood's Italian mammas , who have been chatting here for nearly a century. It sells focaccia, baked in the large brick oven in the back room. With mushrooms, bacon or simply tomato, they are considered the best in town. You can also opt for a good slice of pizza. Ideal for a quick, inexpensive lunchtime focaccia on a Washington Square bench.
MOLINARI DELICATESSEN
Read moreThis Italian delicatessen had the good idea of offering sandwiches made from the authentic products it is overflowing with. The charcuterie, hanging from the ceiling, catches the eye, while the cheeses rest quietly in the beautiful refrigerated display case. You can choose your bread, add Italian meats, marinated vegetables, and of course some cheeses, straight fromIl Bel Paese. A treat! Not to be missed if you want to feel the American-Italian atmosphere of the neighborhood, so typical of Little Italy.
ABBOT'S PIZZA COMPANY
Read moreCompletely oversized pizza slices for a very sweet price. Perfect for small purses.
Pink's Hot Dogs
Read moreAfter opening its doors in 1939, Pink's quickly became a staple among Hollywood stars. Today, it's made it its signature: in addition to displaying numerous photos of celebrities posing with hot dogs in hand, the establishment has named some of its recipes after them. One example is Betty White's Naked Dog: "just the beef in the bun, absolutely no toppings". The line is often long, the place touristy; but the hot dogs are memorable.
FARM : TABLE
Read morePerfect for a quick lunch break, this one-table mini-restaurant, shared with neighbors, offers a menu that changes weekly and features organic, seasonal produce. You'll love their daily toast, delicious quiches, famous cheese-filled sandwich-croissant and homemade American-style muffin desserts. Coffee and tea are sacred here and accompany this fine breakfast. The arty crowd of Downtown workers flock here every lunchtime. Prices are reasonable.
FALAFEL'S DRIVE-IN
Read moreA modest drive-in, with outdoor tables, serving the region's best falafels for a low price. For a change from burgers, this original fast-food restaurant offers a whole range of delicious falafel sandwiches, mezzés, gyros and keftas. You only have to look at the crowds at mealtimes to realize just how popular it is. And don't forget to try the excellent banana milkshakes! A practical, hearty break on the road to Silicon, with a picnic lunch in a local park.
SACRAMENTO NATURAL FOODS CO-OP
Read moreThis small supermarket located east of downtown offers sandwiches, salads and prepared meals to take away. All the products offered here are fresh, carefully selected and generally meet organic specifications. You can also do your general grocery shopping here and even have a coffee on the sunny terrace on the second floor. It is possible to order online, to have the products delivered and to become a member of the cooperative.
HOMESTATE
Read moreThis small chain, with seven other locations, mainly serves tacos, which can be enjoyed at any time of day, from breakfast through lunch to early evening. On the menu: some fifteen recipes, including the Guadalupe, filled with eggs, chorizo and cheddar, or the Picadillo, made with ground beef, potatoes, carrots, coleslaw and pickled jalapeño pepper. Try the side dishes, too, such as the classic black beans.
THE TRAILS CAFÉ
Read morePerfect for hikers walking through Griffith Park, The Trails Café is designed to enhance picnic baskets with fresh, gourmet food. On the tables in the shade of the pines or to take away, you can enjoy an avocado or chickpea salad sandwich, a hot dog, a fritatta - an Italian dish similar to an omelette - a quiche, or an "egg in a basket", all homemade. Also on the menu: a few desserts, such as cookies, granola, vegan apple pie and lavender shortbread.
TOMALES BAY OYSTER COMPANY
Read moreThe place is simple but heavenly for seafood lovers. You can enjoy fresh shellfish by the water. It's a shanty that serves mainly oysters fished in Tomales Bay, but also clams and mussels. You can buy lemons, knives and gloves (very important, since it's up to you). Tip: do your shopping beforehand for an even more festive picnic!
ZANKOU CHICKEN
Read moreThe pins never stop turning to Zankou. Roasted chickens are cooked daily, for tasting on site or to take away. Tarna, shish kebab and falafel: whether hot or cold, Zankou chicken, seasoned with spices, is full of intense aromas. A good address for the gourmands in the small budget.
CACTUS TAQUERIAS #1
Read moreThe place doesn't look like much, but the tacos are excellent, and that's all that matters. The choice is wide: with birria (goat cheese), camaron (fried shrimp), not to mention chorizo. Tacos of all kinds are served with a delicious sauce. Police officers, eccentrics of the Walk of Fame and employees of the surrounding businesses come to be satisfied there at any time of the day. Cactus is open until 3:30 am on weekends, for the long Hollywood nights.
SUNNY BLUE
Read moreThis tiny local on Main Street is the first and only southern California to specialize in the omusubi, a small ball of rice filling meat or vegetables very popular in Japan. This is a little the equivalent of the sandwich for our Japanese counterparts. Everything is fresh and cooked on demand using mainly local products. Count between two and four omusubi depending on your appetite.
MONSIEUR MARCEL GOURMET MARKET
Read moreEstablished since 1993 at Farmer's Market and Santa Monica since 2008, Marcel has become the fine reference grocery store in Los Angeles for all products from France and the Mediterranean. In addition to its numerous cheeses from all regions, its spices and condiments, oils of various origins, the grocery store offers a wine cellar where you will find your happiness. You will find your fresh bread and the best growing of L.A. You can also replace fresh croissants with homemade fresh pastries. A restaurant offers dishes and fresh dishes with a glass of wine or a rich breakfast to eat on site.
LA SUPER-RICA TAQUERIA
Read moreThis taqueria was successful in Santa Barbara, probably because the prices are small and freshly cooked. Don't expect a warm atmosphere, but the atmosphere is nice and especially small dishes are delicious. Try the tamales and you will be conquered!
THE KEBAB SHOP
Read moreIn a very simple shop, you can enjoy fresh, ultra-tasty historical. The shawarma shawarma is recommended with hummus. The perfect place for a quick lunch, with the premises.