Los Angeles - South La - All Types

8639 Lincoln Blvd., Los Angeles 90045
310-645-0400

Bistrotek

With shiny cement surfaces and wood beams across the ceiling, you'd almost think you were in the airport. And actually, those planes are pretty loud. Still, points for trying. The only resto in the... read more

3500 S. Figueroa, Los Angeles 90089
213-743-1843

The Lab

We suppose the beauty of an enormous school is that they have the resources to build important things like off-campus bars. The Lab has a sciencey theme with blackboards and whatnot - but this bein... read more

8740 Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles 90045
310-645-8740

Chalet Edelweiss

A few beers on tap, a lot of cheese, a lot of pork... What, you need something else? How about ridiculously friendly Swiss people. All set? Keep this in mind for Oktoberfest, or anytime you need fo... read more

15651 S. Hawthorne Blvd., Los Angeles
310-675-1100

Nawab Kebab

Can seat the most diners out of any in the Lawndale strip. That strobe light mounted to the wall does work and yes, you can rent the whole place out for parties. Getting the hint yet, man? Throw a ... read more

2600 E. Alondra Blvd., Los Angeles
310-638-7871

Honey's Kettle Fried Chicken

Let us put you in the game with Compton's country-fried best. Don't be chicken. Hub City flips catfish, bird pot pies, buttermilk biscuits, fresh squeezed lemonade, and fruit pies. But it's that li... read more

13250 Woodruff Ave., Los Angeles
562-803-9134

Anarchy Library

Who dares sayeth punk is dead?! Truly hardcore spirit in Downey's grit-tastic punk club. Though even Avril's touring band has mohawks these days, local wasted youth find no power lost in the look. ... read more

2959 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles 90016
323-735-8325

Tasty Q Bar-B-Que

This ain't Tony Roma's. It's Leroy's place and he's damn proud of his equipment. Owners come from Shreveport, the cooks from Sweetport. Order spicy and watch out: they even dash red pepper in t... read more

5812 Overhill Dr., Los Angeles 90043
323-293-5073

La Louisianne

Free live R&B and pricey Cajun food. Who's smoother than us right now? We feel like Billy Dee, we feel like Sam Cooke, we feel like wolfing down more jambalaya, stuffed pork chops, and gumbo. Crowd... read more

5257 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles
323-954-8080

Club Fais Do-Do

West Adams indie club in old Sam Cooke/John Coltrane hangout. Hidden paradise if you're searching for a dimly lit room, featuring funky jazzy snazzy tunes, with phat bass. Sugarhill classic of the ... read more

3446 W. Slauson Ave., Los Angeles
323-294-9443

Woody's Bar-B-Que

L.A. institution with perpetual long line. If you're ADHD, go to Bad 2 Da Bone, which is pretty good too. Woody's can be seen for blocks, smoke erupting from his chimney. Next time you're rollin' a... read more

5309 S. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles
323-759-9428

The Pit Bar-B-Que

The fading black and white portrait of Vincent Summler stands as a testament to the memories this BBQ joint has spawned over four decades. The 'Cue at this joint is as smooth and smoky as Otis' voi... read more

5309 S. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles
213-437-0885

The Original Texas Barbeque King

This OG is smoky, but has no outstanding debts to Big Perm. Just some good ol' boys cooking up a sweeter and more famous set of ribs than Nicole Richie's. Locals call this shack El Rey. Cops, g... read more

2636 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles
323-735-8748

The Living Room

It's a nice place to visit, but believe us when we say you wouldn't want to live here. Blues hounds, Westside sojourners, and Trojans come together at this dank, festive dive, heavy on the weekend ... read more

13422 Ventura Blvd., Los Angeles 91423
818-981-6650

Mistral

Couples relish in the low lit corners of this sexy little French bistro date spot. Dark wood tables, dim lighting from crystal chandeliers and a formal, knowledgeable wait staff set the mood for an... read more

4317 Degnan Blvd., Los Angeles
323-298-9898

M & M Soul Food

Roll down the forties and loosen that belt. M&M's got some real Southern home cooking. Between the bright walls, the African art hanging on them, and the jazz pumping from the street, it's like... read more

1050 W. Imperial Hwy., Los Angeles
323-756-8405

Mom's BBQ

Huge plates. Others may have better potato salad or a place to sit, but this mama is all about meat. Luis Ramirez's secret lies in the hickory. Everything is smoked in it. Many places have solid br... read more

4307 Leimert Blvd., Los Angeles 90008
323-292-7613

Phillips Barbecue

Enter the tiny den, queue up with city slickers of every shade, make a transaction through the glass, get out, and wait. A ritual we're not totally unfamiliar with. Ten minutes later, true BBQ grea... read more

19540 Jamboree Rd., Los Angeles 92612
949-296-1700

Equinox

When your governor is Arnold Schwarzenegger, working out is practically law. And as if Angelinos didn't have enough high-end fitness meccas to choose from, NY-based Equinox brings their brand of lu... read more

2902 S. Figueroa St. , Los Angeles 90007
213-745-7900

901 Bar & Grill

Beautiful blondes and fratastic football fanatics flock to this gameday watering hole. Not like they have a choice. Back corner is for the cool kids, and the front is for the people from your Psych... read more

4339 Leimert Blvd., Los Angeles
323-295-9112

Babe & Ricky's Inn

South Central's greatest juke joint. All comers rush to the #1 spot for real deal live blues in L.A. legendary historic club run by Mama Laura Mae, gone to Leimert Park. Touring musicians stop off ... read more