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Perhaps best known among college students starving for its sweet relief from studying, Diddy Riese...
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Perhaps best known among college students starving for its sweet relief from studying, Diddy Riese is a landmark in UCLA's Westwood. It is one of the first places introduced to newly-accepted freshmen, and rightfully so, as Diddy's ten varieties of freshly-baked cookies and twelve flavors of Dreyers premium grand ice cream deserve the attention. The best parts: sinfully cheap prices and late night hours. Ice cream sandwiches - any combo of two cookies and a generous scoop of ice cream smooshed between them - are only $1.50 and a perfect late-night treat. My go-to favorite: oatmeal raisin with espresso chip ice cream.
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Casa Bianca Pizza
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Local Favorite
1650 Colorado Blvd
Los Angeles,
California 90041
Worth the drive to Eagle Rock!! If these 130+ reviews don't convince you to go here, Jonathan...
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Worth the drive to Eagle Rock!! If these 130+ reviews don't convince you to go here, Jonathan Gold's LA Weekly article will. The famous critic can't say enough about Casa Bianca's pizza pie. It really is that darn good! The crust on the thin side, the marinara on the spicy side, and the cheese covering almost all the way to the edges and baked to perfection. You don't need to say "extra crispy". The pizza does not flip or flop around, it's cut into wonderful little slices that are easily, but not mindlessly, devoured. When my boyfriend and I took a recommendation and ventured to this suburban spot we had high hopes, but were extremely impressed and our expectations were exceeded. Friendly staff, comfortable dining area, homey decor. I like plain cheese pizza and my boyfriend likes pepperoni, so we get 1/2 and 1/2, both are great. Casa Bianca isn't typical big ol' slices, but the flavor bursts and confirms the decision to branch out and give somewhere besides Village a try for some pie. OH and they're open late! So rare in l.a. and so convenient.
Pros: everything-pizza, staff, price, decor, parking
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El Tepeyac Cafe
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Family Restaurants
812 N Evergreen Ave
Los Angeles,
California 90033
I first tasted the manuel special in the 1980's I did'nt live in East L.A. than and for all these...
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I first tasted the manuel special in the 1980's I did'nt live in East L.A. than and for all these years, about a year ago I ended up moving to El Sereno which is not far from El Tepeyac, my first visit back was beatiful me and my Son dove into the burrito and could'nt finish it on my way out to the parking lot an little elderly man asked how was your food I didn't hesitate to tell him how great it was, he asked what i had I said the manuel special he said oh you like my burrito he than exclaimed I'm Manuel who the burrito is named after he was so warm and nice to my family he even gave my little girl a barbie doll I'll never forget the food and the friend I made in the El Tepeyac's parking lot
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Pros: burrito supremo best in Alll of Los Angeles
Cons: Be prepared to wait alway busy
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Pizzeria Mozza
Category:
Local Favorite
641 N Highland Ave
Los Angeles,
California 90038
As long as you phone ahead and speak to someone, you will get a reservation and believe me, there...
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As long as you phone ahead and speak to someone, you will get a reservation and believe me, there is no wait once you have one. You arrive, you sit, and like me you'd enjoy a glass of Prosecco and begin tasting what Mozza has to offer on the menu! My fav dish is the Burratta Caprese and the Pizza with Prosciutto! Try it.. you will LOVE everything! OH.. Don’t forget the Chop Salad!
Pros: So much to enjoy!
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Toast Bakery Cafe
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Restaurants
8221 W Third St
Los Angeles,
California 90048
A friend's brother brought me here for brunch one lazy Sunday and I proceeded to come back for...
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A friend's brother brought me here for brunch one lazy Sunday and I proceeded to come back for the next four days, bringing a different friend each time. I am completely hooked on their salads, steak sandwich, granola & fruit ....but then again, I haven't tried a single thing on the menu that wasn't orgasmically delicious. Speaking of orgasmic...their staff is hands down one of the best-looking groups in LA and so friendly. And the vibe of the place is to die for. At night it's even candlelit! Come here and bring a friend...you may have to wait a little bit, but it's worth it!
one last thing...i love the cupcakes...so fresh so yummy
Pros: food...staff...people watching
Cons: parking
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Fred's 62
Category:
Local Favorite
1850 N Vermont Ave
Los Angeles,
California 90027
(323) 667-0062
The servers are quirky. The breakfasts are fabulous. They're open 24/7/365. What's not to love?
1 year ago
The servers are quirky. The breakfasts are fabulous. They're open 24/7/365. What's not to love?
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Bossa Nova
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Restaurants
7181 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles,
California 90046
Bossa Nova is around the corner from my house, and so I've eaten there or gotten takeout a number...
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Bossa Nova is around the corner from my house, and so I've eaten there or gotten takeout a number of times. I almost always end up getting something from the Brazilian grill or sandwich sections of the menu. (The latter is more popular with me when I'm ordering take-out.) My wife seems to always get the pasta. We've never been disappointed with our food, not even when we order take-out. I'm sure it helps that we order take-out, not delivery, and pick it up right when we were told it would be ready by.
The downside is that it can feel a little loud & bustling, but that's not a big deal because it's not like we've ever had to wait for table. Then again, I don't remember us ever eating there on a Friday or Saturday night. In fact, the food seems to go hand-in-hand with the atmosphere with its bold flavors and festive feel: I kind of feel like I'm eating my favorite backyard barbeque cooked by my Brazilian uncle (who doesn't actually exist).
In the bottom line, I think there's a very good match between the food you're served and the price you pay. It's nice to find a tasty spot in Hollywood that's not about the hype.
Pros: Flavorful meats, tasty sandwiches
Cons: Noisy and bustling
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This place is so so so good. The food is amazing. Trying the baklava and the Greek salad.
They...
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This place is so so so good. The food is amazing. Trying the baklava and the Greek salad.
They also do catering.
I CAN’T WAIT TO GO BACK!
Pros: Best Greek food in the city of LA
Cons: NONE
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Tart
Category:
Restaurants
115 S Fairfax Ave
Los Angeles,
California 90036
cute little cafe to grab some great food with friends. They also have a great little outdoor...
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cute little cafe to grab some great food with friends. They also have a great little outdoor patio for seating. The food and drinks are great!
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Zankou Chicken
Category:
Local Favorite
5065 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles,
California 90027
i've been eating zankou since i was younger. the food's good here and it's cheap. i like the wraps...
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i've been eating zankou since i was younger. the food's good here and it's cheap. i like the wraps and the chicken meals. they're famous for ther yummy garlic sauce. i highly recommend this place :)
Pros: good, cheap food.
Cons: nothing
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