I was delighted to learn that an Italian pasta restaurant recently opened in downtown LA. Having fresh memories of my vacation in Italy, I was hopeful that Mona Pasta Bar would relive my fond days of twirling fresh pasta in Tuscany. Mona Pasta Bar quietly soft opened on Ninth Street at the beginning of August….
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Fixins Soul Kitchen Gives Soul To Downtown LA
When I planned an outing with my wife to attend an LA King Game, I was still determining where we would eat. Having been to the Crypto.com Arena, I wasn’t interested in eating hot dogs, wings, or deli sandwiches. I searched for nearby places and found Fixins Soul Kitchen in L.A. LIVE. The entertainment company AEG…
Pizzeria Bianco Brings Award-Winning Pizza to ROW DTLA
When I last visited Phoenix, a foodie friend recommended I try Pizzeria Bianco. I had two or three days that visit, and unfortunately, I couldn’t make it there. Nevertheless, I noted that I should frequent Pizzeria Bianco when I return to Phoenix. Imagine my surprise when Eater LA published an article about pizzaiolo Chris Bianco…
How to Better Appreciate Japanese Food in LA
Japanese food has become a favorite of not only locals from its home country, but also of people all around the world. The fun mix of different flavors has made it a staple for adventurous and picky eaters alike. Some of the most popular Japanese dishes include sushi, ramen, and katsu. The food is also characterized by…
Afuri Ramen Brings Popular Yuzu-Flavored Broth to LA
Afuri Ramen is one of the latest Tokyo-based restaurants to expand their operations into the US. They have locations in the San Francisco area, Portland, and recently opened in LA’s Art District in downtown LA. They are best known for their signature Yuzu Shio ramen; yuzu is a common fruit in Japanese cuisine. I was…
Smorgasburg LA, What’s Changed?
Smorgasburg LA is the premier outdoor market featuring some of LA’s best food finds. Located at Row DTLA, they are open each Sunday, rain or shine. It was based on the Brooklyn summer weekend food market and opened almost six years ago. Due to the pandemic, Smorgasburg LA was closed from mid-2020 to 2021. I…
Girl & the Goat Opens in Downtown LA’s Arts District
Despite living in LA for my entire life, I enjoy visiting certain cities like Chicago. In addition to many excellent museums, they have some cutting-edge restaurants like Alinea, Frontera Grill, Smyth, and Oriole. One restaurant on my bucket list is Girl & the Goat, and I was thrilled when I learned that they would open…
Suehiro Cafe, for Tasty Japanese Comfort Food
While I spend most of my efforts featuring new eateries, I also like to write about experiences with long-time establishments. These restaurants typically appeal to their local community so that the restaurant can benefit from repeat business. One such restaurant is Suehiro Cafe, a Japanese restaurant in Little Tokyo. Suehiro Cafe opened its doors on…
Sonoratown Delivers Authentic Sonoran Experience
When I first heard of Sonoratown, I didn’t think anything of it. I assumed that the owner was trying to capitalize on a gimmicky name. Sonoratown kept appearing in my social media feed, and so I finally visited them. They reside on 8th Street in downtown LA. Sonoratown is a taqueria owned by the husband…
Bang Bang Noodles Recreates Xi’an Street Food
Many Asian cities are well known for their vibrant street food communities. Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Osaka are just a few of the more popular street food cities. Xi’an is a large city and capital of Shaanxi Province in central China, and it too is a destination for food enthusiasts. Newly opened Bang Bang Noodles…