Every Friday our editors compile a trusty list of recommendations to answer the most pressing of questions: “Where should I eat?“ Here now are five places to check out this weekend in Los Angeles.
October 2, 2020
For a nigiri reverie with slightly deeper pockets: Brothers Sushi
I ordered my first nigiri platter from Brothers Sushi in Woodland Hills a week after my birthday, a meal that felt celebratory enough to keep the birthday vibration rolling well past its expiration point. The premium set features 32 pieces of nigiri, artfully placed into a platter with four bamboo dividers. The result is unquestionably Instagrammable, but the quality actually matches — maybe even exceeds — its visual appeal. The premium nigiri selection that night included toro, ora king salmon topped with black caviar, king crab, a rare rosy seabass, and wagyu. My boyfriend and I enjoyed this at home, coursing the sushi pieces as if we were at a darkened sushi counter somewhere tucked in the Valley where prospective Michelin-starred sushi is sold. 21418 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills. —Nicole Adlman
For a lounge-y Greek dinner experience on West Third: Theía
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West Third Street is always a bit of a grab bag when it comes to dining — there are some worthy restaurants and certainly plenty of duds. But the block that Theía sits on accommodates the enduring popularity of Robata Jinya and Tasty Noodle House, which bodes well for the modern Greek restaurant. The former Jaffa space got a mild refresh that feels vaguely European, though a glowing pink neon sign reminds you this is still influencer central. The robust dance tunes set the tone for a vibe-y, lounge-y experience from chef Moises Placencia with unfussy mezze like a smoked baba ganoush and garlicky hummus. Grilled octopus and Greek salad jump with seasoned flavor while the clams Diane channel a Mediterranean steamers plate with a strong hit of white wine and capers. The star was the pan-roasted loup de mer served with an untraditional beurre blanc. While the fish would’ve been better wood-grilled, this seared version maintained excellent moisture while the white wine-shallot sauce brought an acidic punch. 8048 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles. —Matthew Kang
For warm days and fried fish: Mel’s Fish Shack
It’s always a delight to order from Mel’s Fish Shack, the longtime Crenshaw staple known for its aqua blue murals and friendly faces. Owner Georgette Powell has been helping her father run the 38-year-old restaurant since she was able to stand, and today she and her team continue to turn out Louisiana staples like fried fish combos that come with red snapper, shrimp, Cajun catfish filets, and more. A side of hush puppies are a must, as is the macaroni salad for a true fall heatwave picnic experience. 4524 W. Jefferson Blvd., Crenshaw. —Farley Elliott
For expertly hand-pulled noodles: Lan Noodle
It’ll be too hot this weekend for beef noodle soup, but head to Arcadia anyway to try some of Lan’s broth-less menu options, like the always-fantastic scallion noodles or the cool liang pi. While the scallion noodles can be customized with one of Lan’s nine hand-pulled noodle shapes — the twisted prismatic one pairs exceedingly well — the liang pi comes with awesomely supple strands along with sesame paste, chile oil, cucumber slivers, and bean sprouts. 411 East Huntington Dr., Unit 102, Arcadia. —Cathy Chaplin
For a nigiri reverie that won’t startle your piggy bank: Noma Sushi
Noma is an unassuming sushi restaurant set in the corner of a mini-market complex in deep Santa Monica, but don’t let its modest facade fool you. The restaurant is serving one of the highest quality (and best-priced) nigiri combos on the Westside, which my boyfriend and I have enjoyed from the comforts of home several times over the summer and now into fall (most recently on Wednesday, when the notion of cooking seemed highly improbable). It was a stunner of a Noma meal, featuring a diverse, supple array of nigiri (including a Santa Barbara uni add-on to round the selection), hearty tuna handrolls, albacore sashimi rolled around griddled onion and garlic confit, shrimp tempura that kept its crisp, and salmon and ahi tuna stuffed with spicy crab. 2031 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica. —Nicole Adlman
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