Italian food in LA is basically intimacy in carb form — messy, indulgent, sometimes transformative, sometimes just fine. In this edition: Cento, the fling that got too real; Met Him at a Bar, the setup that turned out to be more real estate than romance; and Antico Nuovo, the chic dining room that proves forever doesn’t have to be dazzling to last.

Mediterranean food in LA is its own emotional terrain — smoky, herb-heavy, sometimes chaotic, always tangled with memory. In Volume Eight of F**, Chuck, Marry,* I confess my situationship with Kismet, the setup-gone-sideways that is Carmel, and the steady brilliance of Mizlala — the kind of love you don’t see coming until it changes your standards forever.

Pizza in LA isn’t just food — it’s intimacy, ego, regret, and sometimes revelation. In Volume Seven of F**, Chuck, Marry,* I confess my messy fling with Apollonia’s, the cafeteria crush that is Chill Since 93, and the quiet brilliance of Pizzeria Sei — the one I’d happily marry.

By now, you know the drill: this isn’t a Yelp review, it’s not a ranking, and it’s definitely not objective. This is a confessional love letter to LA restaurants — messy flings, failed engagements, and the one true love that keeps raising my standards. Jon & Vinny’s is the chaos text you always answer, Badmaash is the heartbreak that made me question my politics, and Bavel? That’s the one I marry, faithfully and without regret.

Volume Five of my LA dining saga: the Westside fling at American Beauty, a sunset mirage I’m gracefully chucking at Nobu Malibu, and vows whispered over oysters at Found. Smog, sea, PCH salt—and ABBA at the raw bar.

Volume Four of my LA dining series: the roster all-star Ronan gets the late-night text, Catch gets a graceful unfollow, and Lolo Wine Bar gets a ring. A first date turned birthday return, a wine-room ritual, and a farmers’ market meet-cute—proof that in Los Angeles, dinner can be destiny.

Los Angeles restaurants aren’t just where we eat — they’re where we flirt, spiral, and occasionally get emotionally ruined over a halibut collar. In Volume Three of F**, Chuck, Marry*, I revisit three spots that feel more like relationships than meals: Dudley Market (toxic, degrading, but hot), Gracias Madre (beautiful exterior, hollow core), and Lasita (the one you build a life with).

In a city where restaurants are more like romantic partners than places to eat, it's only fair to treat them accordingly. From the irresistible one-night-stand energy of The Tower Bar to the pretty-but-over-it vibes of Elephante, and the husband-worthy charm of Marvin, this is LA dining — relationship status included.

What do overpriced bagels, steakhouses with side-eye energy, and mole that changed my life have in common? They're all characters in this culinary situationship I call "Fuck, Chuck, Marry: My Favorite LA Restaurants (Pescatarian Edition)." This isn’t your average food guide – it’s a rom-com fever dream with oysters, heartbreak, and a side of deviled eggs. From Courage Bagels to Guelaguetza, here’s who I’d hit, who I’d quit, and who I’d give my last bite to.

Sawtelle doesn’t just feed LA—it animates it. From tsukemen that’ll ruin all other ramen to okonomiyaki layered like edible architecture, this West LA stretch is less a neighborhood and more a flavor conductor. With unapologetic spice, luxe pastry cases, open-grill yakitori, and omakase that whispers reverently, these 10 spots prove that Sawtelle is one of LA’s most magnetic eating corridors. It's not trendy—it’s timelessly delicious.

Culver City’s food scene punches way above its size. Within a few square miles — and some truly questionable city planning — you’ll find Michelin-starred artistry, wood-fired steakhouses, dosa perfection, and a deli that locals swear by. Here are the 10 restaurants that prove Culver City is one of LA’s most exciting places to eat right now.

In LA, dinner is rarely just dinner. Whether you're wearing a sheer top and manifesting a soft launch or sipping pét-nat in post-yoga activewear, this guide rounds up the hottest restaurants in the city, for when you're hungry, styled, and not in the mood to explain your situationship.

There’s no rubric, no ratings, and definitely no tweed blazer involved, just ten restaurants I love in Los Angeles. Some are refined, some are chaotic, all of them are deeply, sometimes unseriously, LA. From mole that changed my life to brunch that tests my patience (and wins), here’s where I eat when I’m not pretending to afford tasting menus.

If you’ve ever woken up in Santa Monica with sea salt in your hair, last night’s eyeliner still doing too much, and a bottomless craving for carbs, this one’s for you. From Michelin-starred duck confit to your new favorite bagels, this beachside maze of oat milk and ego actually knows how to eat. Whether you're brunching with tech bros or flirting on a rooftop while ignoring your $28 cocktail, these ten spots will feed your hangover and your main character complex.

Venice, CA isn’t just surfboards and smoothie bowls anymore. From stylish wine bars to seafood landmarks and unforgettable pasta, this list breaks down 10 essential restaurants that define the new culinary face of Venice.

Explore 10 of the best restaurants in Downtown LA, from Bestia to Pine & Crane, and discover how each one is shaped by immigrant labor, heritage, and resilience. In the wake of ICE raids and labor crackdowns, this guide doubles as a tribute — and a reminder that great food comes with great responsibility.

Whether you're sipping mezcal at Bar Flores or waiting in line for a Little Fish sandwich that disappears in two hours flat, Echo Park and HiFi are full of restaurants that don’t just impress once — they become part of your weekly rotation. These 10 spots offer bold flavors, neighborhood charm, and just the right amount of “don’t tell too many people” energy.

Koreatown is one of LA’s most delicious neighborhoods, and these 10 restaurants prove it. From sizzling pork belly at Park’s BBQ to Oaxacan mole at Guelaguetza, from cozy third-wave cafes to serious sushi in unassuming strip malls, this list highlights the dishes, places, and people that define Koreatown and the flavors that ripple beyond its borders.

From all-day cafés to rooftop mezcal bars, these 10 Los Feliz restaurants capture the heart of the neighborhood. Discover where locals go for Middle Eastern mezze, buttery pastries, Thai boat noodles, and iconic martinis.

From flaky khachapuri in Glendale to hidden Thai gems near Frogtown, this curated list highlights 10 unforgettable restaurants across Northeast LA. Whether you're in search of the best vegan-friendly café, a destination-worthy bakery, or a taproom with rotating chef pop-ups, these local spots deliver flavor, culture, and serious neighborhood charm.