LA
Wurstküche is one of LA.

1. Wurstküche

9.1
800 E 3rd St (at Traction Ave), Los Angeles, CA
German Restaurant · Arts District · 371 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: This Downtown “Purveyor of Exotic Grilled Sausages” will sell you its product raw for 30% off the list price.

2. In-N-Out Burger

8.7
9245 Venice Blvd (at Canfield Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · Palms · 138 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Recognized as our #1 Bang for the Buck, try customizing this iconic burger by ordering off the “secret” menu, available at www.innout.com.

3. In-N-Out Burger

8.4
119 S. Brand Blvd. (btwn Broadway & Harvard St), Glendale, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · City Center · 100 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Recognized as our #1 Bang for the Buck, try customizing this iconic burger by ordering off the “secret” menu, available at www.innout.com.

4. The Bazaar by José Andrés

465 S LA Cienega Blvd (at San Vicente Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Tapas Restaurant · Mid-City West · 255 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Afternoon tea is served daily in the patisserie from 3–5 PM, with assorted mini-scones, foie gras brioche and sweets on offer.

5. Father's Office

8.3
1018 Montana Ave (btwn 10th & 11th St), Santa Monica, CA
Gastropub · Wilshire-Montana · 200 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: The famous "no-substitutions" burger can be ordered an hour later at the Helms Avenue location, which also has micro distilled spirits not offered at the 1953 original.

6. Father's Office

8.2
3229 Helms Ave (at Venice Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Gastropub · South Robertson · 360 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: The famous "no-substitutions" burger can be ordered an hour later at the Helms Avenue location, which also has micro distilled spirits not offered at the 1953 original.

7. Katsu-Ya

8.9
11680 Ventura Blvd (at Colfax Ave), Studio City, CA
Sushi Restaurant · 74 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: The birthplace of the now-ubiquitous spicy tuna on crispy rice – don’t miss it.

8. Katsuya

6.4
702 Americana Way (Brand Blvd), Glendale, CA
Sushi Restaurant · City Center · 49 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: The birthplace of the now-ubiquitous spicy tuna on crispy rice – don’t miss it.

9. Philippe The Original

8.9
1001 N Alameda St (at Ord St), Los Angeles, CA
Sandwich Spot · Chinatown · 414 tips and reviews

ZAGATZAGAT: Order the lamb sandwich and get it “double-dipped” for extra au jus goodness.

Walt Disney Concert Hall is one of LA.

10. Walt Disney Concert Hall

9.3
111 S Grand Ave (btwn 1st & 2nd St), Los Angeles, CA
Concert Hall · Bunker Hill · 164 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic, this 3.6-acre complex designed by architect Frank Gehry was initially funded by Lillian Disney, widow of Walt Disney

11. Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens

8.5
5333 Zoo Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Zoo Exhibit · 128 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The original LA zoo opened in 1912 about two miles north of this location until it opened here in 1966. This location originally contained housing for veterans returning from WWII until the mid-1950s

12. Universal Studios Hollywood

9.4
100 Universal City Plz (btwn Barham & Lankershim Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Amusement Park · Universal City · 984 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Carl Laemmle's original tour included a chance for guests to buy fresh produce since Universal City was still in part a working farm. The narrated tram (formerly "Glamortram") launched in 1964.

13. Hollywood Walk of Fame

6.9
Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Monument · Hollywood Hills West · 484 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: On February 9, 1960, Joanne Woodward became the first performer to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. One-time actor Ronald Reagan is the only U.S. President to have a star.

Hollywood Sign is one of LA.

14. Hollywood Sign

9.0
Mount Lee Dr, Los Angeles, CA
Monument · 119 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The sign was originally constructed in 1923 to promote a subdivision at the top of Beachwood Canyon called Hollywoodland; "land" would later be dropped in 1945 when the area was deeded to the city.

15. Union Station

7.7
800 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA
Rail Station · Historic Cultural · 284 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Established on the site of L.A.'s first Chinatown, Union Station opened in 1939 at a cost of $11 million. Over 1 1/2 million people visited it within its first three days.

Cooks County is one of LA.

16. Cooks County

8009 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Southern Food Restaurant · Mid-City West · 41 tips and reviews

17. Crypto.com Arena

9.2
1111 S Figueroa St (at Chick Hearn Ct), Los Angeles, CA
Basketball Stadium · South Park · 616 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Top Dining Options: WP24 on the 24th floor of the adjacent Ritz-Carlton tower; Yard House and LA Market are both located within L.A. Live, adjacent to the Staples Center. Read more.

18. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

5.9
1 World Way, Los Angeles, CA
International Airport · West Los Angeles · 4590 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Top Dining Options: Nate 'n Al in Terminal 2, Departures Level Food Court; Pink's in Tom Bradley International Terminal, Departures Level Food Court, Second Floor; El Cholo Cantina by Gate 54A. Read more.

Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery is one of LA.

19. Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery

8.9
1517 Lincoln Blvd (btw Broadway & Colorado), Santa Monica, CA
Deli · West Los Angeles · 338 tips and reviews
The Apple Pan is one of LA.

20. The Apple Pan

8.7
10801 W Pico Blvd (at Glendon Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Burger Joint · Westside · 333 tips and reviews
Currywurst is one of LA.

21. Currywurst

109 N Fairfax Ave (btw Beverly & 3rd St), Los Angeles, CA
German Restaurant · Mid-City West · 12 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: German-themed meatery Currywurst's figured out another use for fried dough and launched the doughnut hot dog, which is A FRICKIN' DOUGHNUT HOT DOG. Read more.

Hinano Cafe is one of LA.

22. Hinano Cafe

8.6
15 Washington Blvd (at Speedway), Venice, CA
Burger Joint · 113 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Hinano next-levels the usual patty + bacon + cheese level of exceptionalism with a grilled dog sliced atop an already-majestic, perfectly cooked patty on shredded lettuce and a sesame seed bun. Read more.

The Golden State is one of LA.

23. The Golden State

426 N Fairfax Ave (btwn Rosewood & Oakwood Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Burger Joint · Mid-City West · 123 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Harris Ranch beef, Fiscalini Farms cheddar, arugula, garlic aioli, and ketchup. It's a straight-up amazing burg. Read more.

DK's Donuts and Bakery is one of LA.

24. DK's Donuts and Bakery

8.6
1614 Santa Monica Blvd (at 16th St), Santa Monica, CA
Donut Shop · 92 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Pro-tip: They now have cronuts. Read more.

Levitated Mass is one of LA.

25. Levitated Mass

7.5
5905 Wilshire Blvd (LACMA), Los Angeles, CA
Sculpture Garden · Mid-City West · 26 tips and reviews
Camilo José Vergara’s Photographs of MLK Murals is one of LA.

26. Camilo José Vergara’s Photographs of MLK Murals

Colden Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Historic and Protected Site · South LA · 1 tip

BETBET: On the streets, Dr. King is represented in many ways–sometimes a statesman, other times a visionary, hero or martyr. See more significant African Americans' contributions: http://bet.us/BHM

Rose Bowl Flea Market and Market Place is one of LA.

27. Rose Bowl Flea Market and Market Place

8.0
1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena, CA
Flea Market · Brookside Park · 58 tips and reviews
Half & Half Tea Express 伴伴堂 is one of LA.

28. Half & Half Tea Express 伴伴堂

6.8
17575 Colima Rd (at Hanover Rd), Industry, CA
Tea Room · 79 tips and reviews
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is one of LA.

29. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

9.4
5905 Wilshire Blvd (at S Ogden Dr), Los Angeles, CA
Art Museum · Mid-City West · 444 tips and reviews

Lucky MagazineLucky Magazine: The boutique at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art is most notable for its selection of exclusive, limited-edition prints, like local legend Catherine Opie’s eerie photo of the Crenshaw High School.

Rose Bowl Stadium is one of LA.

30. Rose Bowl Stadium

8.6
1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena, CA
Stadium · Brookside Park · 163 tips and reviews

Lucky MagazineLucky Magazine: Staged on the second Sunday of every month in Pasadena, L.A.'s biggest flea market teems with jaw-dropping treasures, both big and small.

Sprinkles Beverly Hills Cupcakes is one of LA.

31. Sprinkles Beverly Hills Cupcakes

8.5
9635 South Santa Monica Boulevard (btwn Bedford & Camden Dr), Beverly Hills, CA
Cupcake Shop · 176 tips and reviews
Crumbs Bake Shop is one of LA.

32. Crumbs Bake Shop

216 N Larchmont Blvd (at Beverly Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Cupcake Shop · Windsor Square · 20 tips and reviews
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum is one of LA.

33. Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

8.4
3911 S Figueroa St (btw Exposition & MLK), Los Angeles, CA
College Football Field · South LA · 85 tips and reviews
Santa Monica Farmers Market is one of LA.

34. Santa Monica Farmers Market

8.4
Arizona Ave (btwn 2nd & 4th St), Santa Monica, CA
Farmers Market · Downtown Santa Monica · 78 tips and reviews
Citadel Outlets is one of LA.

35. Citadel Outlets

8.2
100 Citadel Dr (at Telegraph Rd), Commerce, CA
Outlet Mall · 209 tips and reviews
The Original Farmers Market is one of LA.

36. The Original Farmers Market

9.3
6333 W 3rd St (at Fairfax Ave.), Los Angeles, CA
Farmers Market · Mid-City West · 319 tips and reviews
Hungry Cat is one of LA.

37. Hungry Cat

1555 Vine St (at Sunset Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Central Hollywood · 80 tips and reviews
Superba Snack Bar is one of LA.

38. Superba Snack Bar

533 Rose Ave, Venice, CA
New American Restaurant · 71 tips and reviews
Marston's Restaurant is one of LA.

39. Marston's Restaurant

8.1
151 E Walnut St (at N. Marengo Ave.), Pasadena, CA
American Restaurant · Downtown Pasadena · 47 tips and reviews
Lazy Ox Canteen is one of LA.

40. Lazy Ox Canteen

241 S San Pedro St (btwn 2nd & 3rd), Los Angeles, CA
Gastropub · Little Tokyo · 90 tips and reviews
Monsieur Marcel Gourmet Market & Restaurant is one of LA.

41. Monsieur Marcel Gourmet Market & Restaurant

9.1
6333 W 3rd St (at S Fairfax Ave), Los Angeles, CA
French Restaurant · Mid-City West · 65 tips and reviews
Griffith Observatory is one of LA.

42. Griffith Observatory

9.3
2800 E Observatory Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Observatory · 642 tips and reviews

43. Dean Sin World

6.9
306 N Garfield Ave #2 (btwn Garcelon Ave & Emerson Ave), Monterey Park, CA
Chinese Restaurant · 14 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Blink and you might miss this San Gabriel Valley hole-in-the-wall where diners can watch dumplings being made from behind a clear partition. [Eater 38 Member]

44. Park's BBQ

9.1
955 S Vermont Ave (at W Olympic Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Korean BBQ Restaurant · Wilshire Center - Koreatown · 83 tips and reviews

EaterEater: While people will quibble over whether or not Park's is the defacto best Korean barbecue in the city, it's exceptionally solid, and the perfect destination for a night out in K-Town. Read more.

45. Din Tai Fung Dumpling House

1108 S Baldwin Ave (at Arcadia Ave), Arcadia, CA
Dumpling Restaurant · 233 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Synonymous with Chinese food in America maybe more so than any other restaurant. Come for the made-to-order xiao long boas but always expect a wait.

California Science Center is one of LA.

46. California Science Center

9.1
700 Exposition Park Drive (at Figueroa St), Los Angeles, CA
Science Museum · South LA · 156 tips and reviews