WORLD-CLASS FLAVORS AND SIGNATURE FAVORITES

From Michelin star chefs to mixology masters. From taco Tuesdays to morning macchiatos. Whatever you crave, you'll find it at the corner of 3rd & La Cienega, on the ground floor of Beverly Center.

4 Where To Eat Now

Alice Water’s first Southern California restaurant; Gusto Green brings hemp to the L.A. scene; bold flavors transporting diners to glamourous, far-away places; and elegant Japanese cuisine with a slyly decadent twist.

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Tasty Delights

Fancy potato pancakes, food shops to help you picnic in style, and delicious wines from obscure grapes.

20 The Players

A snapshot of the culinary stars that make L.A. a city of angels—and a city of extremes.

EDITED BY MICHAEL WALKER

Incoming

Chef José Andrés is opening three new restaurants, including the highly anticipated Bazaar Meat, in downtown’s Conrad Hotel.

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WAG THE DOG

Tail o’ the Pup used to be L.A.’s most beloved (and eccentric) hot dog joint. Now, after years in deep storage, the Pup’s famous 17-foot wiener is taking WeHo by storm.

BY ALISON MARTINO PAGE

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THE HOT LIST

Our constantly updated round-up of L.A.’s most essential eateries.

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ASK CHRIS

Los Angeles is a doughnut town. So why is Dunkin’ so late to the game? Why is that restaurant at the airport called the Theme Building? Is that vegan Mexican restaurant in WeHo, Gracias Madre, related to the one in San Francisco?

BY CHRIS NICHOLS PAGE

60 new restaurant, Lulu.