Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Los Angeles

Anytime anyone mentions Middle Eastern food, specifically kebabs in Glendale, Raffi’s comes up. This place is a wonderful find. With skewered filet mignon, ground beef, chicken, ground chicken, lamb and even mahi mahi, you can’t go wrong with whatever kebab selection you make. The rice that comes with each dish is fluffy and aromatic. Portions are extraordinarily generous and family-style eating is encouraged. Raffi’s also offers a fair selection of salads, appetizers and desserts. Don’t miss out on ordering some pickled vegetables or hummus. Most of the restaurant seating is alfresco in a courtyard.

Bob's Coffee & Doughnuts is an institution in the City of Angels, where coffee is made in an old-school manner and the doughnuts have been excellent since time immemorial. It's location in the Original Farmers Market is perfect way to start the day with a coffee and cruller. The menu is simple, with cake and raised doughnuts as their top-sellers and a few specialties as well as seasonal treats.

As most people drive along this stretch of Pico Boulevard, it's easy to miss Marty's Hamburger Stand. However, if you can find parking, check out the ramshackle restaurant which serves classic hot dogs and burgers. Marty's serves an amazingly good chili burger just like many other burger stands in L.A. and the tater tots always have that crispy crunch. Marty's has been around since 1959 and it continues to be one of the most beloved burger shacks on the West side. Service is walk-up counter only, however there are a few tables in the back with umbrellas.

This beachside restaurant has been winning rave reviews from critics and foodies ever since it opened in October of 1999. Several celebrities figure on the list of regulars, all of whom thoroughly enjoy the sushi and innovative fish dishes offered here. The wine list boasts of more than 90 spirits, in addition to champagnes. Nobu Malibu has an outdoor seaside patio as well as a main dining room. The simple sophisticated decor is infinitely enhanced by rows of fresh tulips and roses.

Cedar Creek Inn - Brea is known for their delicious American cuisine and cocktails set in an lovely artisan style restaurant. Their menu features steaks, chops, Ahi sandwiches, salads and rich desserts, though the must try's are the rack of lamb and Monte Cristo Sandwich. The restaurant has a cozy and romantic touch to it with its indoor fireplace, high ceilings and outdoor fire pit patio. Get entertained by live music every other day and relish the brunch, lunch and dinner menus along with the fine drinks from the full service bar. Cedar Creek Inn is a great place for outdoor dining and for special occasions.

El Flamin Taco is one of the best Taco trucks in the city of Los Angeles. It is not only famous for its Tacos but also its attractive LED signage that grabs attention from far off. The truck has four different logos showing their support towards different movements. The rainbow logo to support the gay people, aid walk logo to show the customers that safety comes first and the pink ribbon logo stands for our participation in the annual cancer walk. Catering services are also undertaken.