WHY For surprisingly good kaiten (conveyor-belt) sushi at exceptionally low prices, and a fun, Jetsons-in-2012 setting. WHAT Sleek, chic and more modern than an Austin Powers movie set, Fat Fish is a Koreatown hot spot even though it lacks that critical liquor license. Sushi floats past you on a conveyor belt, a gimmick to be [...]
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WHY A decent taste of L.A.’s Little Cambodia with an easy-to-navigate colored picture menu and helpful servers to introduce this often unfamiliar cuisine. WHAT If you’ve never tried Cambodian curry noodles, anchovy cake or coconut curry fish, this friendly, open-late café will get you started sampling food from the home of Angkor Wat. WHO Mostly [...]
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WHY Pasadena’s best izakaya: fish cake tempura, an incredible poke salad, the Oba roll with cucumber, avocado, jalapeño and paper-thin beef, and carefully prepared sushi and sashimi, notably the organic farm-raised hamachi. WHAT Pasadena’s newest Japanese is one of its best—and with a Mexican sushi chef, no less. The strip-mall space has held a few [...]
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WHY Respectable Thai food at low prices, in an area not known for either Thai food or low prices. WHAT It’s not Thai Town here in Malibu, but when you’ve got a hankering for panang curry and prik king, this funky blue shack across the street from the Pacific will make you happy. WHO Pepperdine [...]
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WHY Good coconut curry, ginger chicken and the ‘Top of the World’ appetizer, at reasonable prices given the high-rent beach neighborhood. WHAT This longstanding Santa Monica Indian is handy to know about when you’re looking for something less expensive than the Ocean Avenue fancy-schmancy places but less touristy than the Promenade traps. WHO Date-nighters fleeing [...]
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WHY Dumplings and noodles are the star attractions, while scallion pancakes and hot and sour soup are also winners. WHAT When a craving hits for Chinese comfort food, this busy coffee shop—like Chinese spot full of hungry families hits the mark. WHO Happy families slurping noodles. 9537 Las Tunas Dr., Temple City, 626.309.4318 L & [...]
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WHY Tasty, make-it-your-way hot-pot soups, low prices and a convivial, family-friendly vibe. WHAT A chain of hot-pot emporiums popular throughout Asia, this place specializes in a bubbling broth perfect for a foggy winter day. Order chile-red spicy broth or clear mild for the burner in the middle of the table, then check off a variety [...]
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WHY A multi-course beef extravaganza at more-than-modest prices. WHAT An all-purpose menu is served at this large sibling to Golden Deli, which serves beer and takes credit cards, which is not often the case. Try the seven courses of beef for a meaty experience, or concentrate on the terrific spring rolls. Barbecued meats, pho soup [...]
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WHY Spicy papaya salad, minced chicken with red curry and fried trout are recommended; make sure to specify your desired spice level. WHAT On the easternmost end of Thai Town with ample free parking, this offshoot of the original offers a chance to try authentic Thai dishes without the grunge factor of the Yai on [...]
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WHY Truly delicious vegan Thai cooking, served by nice people in a homey setting—and free delivery, too! WHAT Bulan serves good Thai food first—the vegan part seems almost secondary. Faux chicken and shrimp dishes are specialties; try the satay, the green curry and the pad kee mao noodles. WHO Vegans bringing their carnivorous mates, who [...]
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