Portuguese Bend Distillery in Long Beach has a lot going for it, but you’re here for the amazing cocktails.

The 4th Horseman is a horror-themed Long Beach bar of apocalyptic proportions - expect blood, guts, and great craft beer.

PowWow Pizza is the Southeast Asian/pizza crossover spot Long Beach didn’t know it needed.

The Ordinarie is a Long Beach tavern with a creative take on traditional pub food.

Tito’s Bakery is our go-to for Mexican baked goods in Long Beach - but their burritos are even better.

Edna’s affordable Filipino food is all we crave during lunchtime in Long Beach.

Sura is one of the only Korean restaurants in Long Beach, and also one of the best.

Cheko El Rey Del Sarandeado is serving some of the best seafood in Long Beach - and beyond.

Tayer + Elementary is a three-part bar in Old Street. You should come here to drink and snack, but you should also come here to eat the tasting menu.

Via Carota is a walk-in only Italian spot in the West Village, and there’s a good chance you’ll have to wait a few hours for a table. It’s worth it.

Beit Rima in the Mission makes Middle Eastern food that’s as delicious as it is affordable.

In a city with plenty of great pasta spots, Antico, located between Koreatown and Larchmont, is another worthy spot.

Stout is a burger and beer bar with good food and a low-key space that provides a needed break from the chaos of downtown Santa Monica.

Birdie G’s is a comfort-food spot in Santa Monica that feels both nostalgic and completely different from anything else in town.

Bukhara Grill is an Indian restaurant in Midtown East that makes some of the best dal in the city.

Hiroki is a dark sushi restaurant in Fishtown with a 9-course omakase menu for $135.