Nikko Duren
LA Staff Writer
Nikko is a California native who joined The Infatuation as an Editorial Assistant in 2019. After two years writing guides, reviews, and essays on the New York City team, Nikko returned to their California roots and became an LA Staff Writer. Bringing their skills as a critic back to the west coast, Nikko continues to push us as a brand to be as inclusive as possible. Their writing strikes a very human chord and we’re lucky to have them.
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The Hit List: New LA Restaurants To Try Right Now
We checked out these new restaurants in LA and loved them.
The Best Burgers In LA
Pub burgers, smashburgers, and anything else between two buns—we’re here to make sense of it all.
The Best Weekday Breakfasts In LA
Whether it’s a breakfast meeting, or just quiet time on a Thursday, these are our favorite midweek breakfast spots.
Sakurako
Sakurako in Little Tokyo is a high-end sushi bar that's surprisingly fun and easy to book for a special occasion dinner.
The Best Restaurants In West Hollywood
Where to eat in that one neighborhood where you'll definitely end up at some point.
The Best Restaurants In Inglewood
Soul food institutions, mariscos spots, one of LA's only Somali restaurants, & more—these are the best places to eat in Inglewood.
The Best NYC Coffee Shops With Wifi For Getting Work Done
Is your roommate a pain? Did you forget to pay the folks at Spectrum? Do you work from your laptop? Sounds like you need a coffee shop with wifi.
The Best Restaurants & Bars In Ojai
Our 14 favorite spots to dine out before a vineyard wine tasting or hiking Meditation Mount.
The Bar Hit List: Where To Drink In LA Right Now
Call them what you want. Happening. Cool. Busy. Vibing. These are the most fun new bars in LA.
The Best Late Night Restaurants In Los Angeles
32 places in LA that serve food until midnight or later.
Rory's Other Place
This all-day cafe in Ojai doubles as a gourmet market. Drop by for a long, leisurely brunch or lunch.
Louka
Loukà is an upscale Greek restaurant in Beverly Hills with a long fish menu and servers in fitted blazers. It's perfect for a special occasion.
Izakaya Full Moon
Izakaya Full Moon is a semi-secret sushi bar in Ojai where you can eat handrolls in the sunshine.
Where To Eat At Grand Central Market
Figuring out what to eat at Grand Central Market can be overwhelming, but this guide will help you narrow things down.
Where To Get Great Korean BBQ In Los Angeles
The best spots around Los Angeles to have someone grill meat at your table.
The Best Restaurants In Hermosa Beach
From a beachside breakfast burrito shack to a Japanese dinner destination, these are the best restaurants in Hermosa Beach.