Marvito in Beverly Grove is Marvin’s cooler, more casual younger sibling.

Bulgogi Hut is a fun, laid-back ACYE KBBQ restaurant in Ktown that’s perfect for this moment.

Sabores Oaxaqueños is a great Mexican spot in Korea with Oaxacan specialties like tlayudas.

Toranj is a Persian restaurant in Westwood Village and home to an excellent Juicy Chicken kabob.

Farsi Cafe in Westwood is a great spot for a casual lunch and big plates of koobideh.

Café Glacé in Westwood is home to excellent Persian-style pizza.

Shin-Sen-Gumi’s Gardena location has everything from customizable ramen to a brand-new drive-through.

Kagura in Torrance is a laidback izakaya serving a powerful tonkatsu.

Kyodong Noodle is a Korean-Chinese spot in Arcadia with fantastic jjamppong.

KJ Korean Tofu & BBQ in South Pasadena is a restaurant that is basically impossible not to like.

Jeun Tong Tofu House is a family-run Korean spot in West Covina that makes absolutely terrific soon tofu.

Located in San Gabriel, Yuk Dae Jang is a Korean chain with all the classics. Make sure to order the namesake dish.

Big Boi, a small Sawtelle shop in West LA, covers the entire spectrum of Fiipino food.

Soo Good Lutong Pinoy is a restaurant in Glendale that’s serving excellent classic Filipino dishes.

Bamboo Bistro is an Filipino restaurant in the Valley that serves excellent home-style cooking.

Interstellar is the best cafe near the Santa Monica Promenade. The Korean-owned spot serves excellent burritos, katsu, bulgogi, and more.