Shiku is a Korean food stall in Grand Central Market with some of the best banchan in LA.

Holy Basil is a tiny counter Downtown that’s making some of the most exciting Thai food in LA.

L Fish has an excellent outdoor set-up in East LA, where they serve Ensenada-style fish tacos.

Pearl River Deli is known for their Hainan chicken, but don’t be fooled - there’s so much more going on at this to-go window in Chinatown.

Sushi Tama in Beverly Hills is home to some of the most fresh and affordable fish in the neighborhood.

Yume Sushi Bar is home to some of our favorite new sushi in the The Valley.

My Dung Sandwich Shop is where you go for delicious and affordable banh mi in Chinatown.

Pho Saigon Republic is a Vietnamese restaurant in Chinatown with some of the strongest coffee in the neighborhood.

Katsu Sando is a fantastic sandwich shop in Chinatown inspired by Japanese convenience stores.

A Boyle Heights taco truck serving the best Sinaloan-style tacos in LA.

Ichijiku is a neighborhood sushi bar in Highland Park and a great spot for all levels of sushi eaters.

Big Softee is home to our favorite soft serve in the SGV.

Bumsan makes some of our favorite soft serve in Koreatown.

Johnny’s West Adams brings an iconic LA all-night institution back to life - with pastrami sandwiches, obviously.

Potato Chips Deli is one of the most underrated sandwich shops in LA.

Kazan, the self-proclaimed “Pinnacle of Noodle,” is a tremendous soba spot in Beverly Hills, if you don’t mind paying Beverly Hills prices.