Rats, other vermin spark notable restaurant closures by L.A. health department ^48.9%

Los Angeles Times - By Stephanie Breijo - 5/12/2026, 10:00 AM

Negativity Bias 24.3% - Self-Serving Bias 13.6% - Appeal to Authority 12.2%

Some of L.A.’s most famous restaurants, clubs and markets were temporarily closed in the last month because of citations of vermin infestation. In April the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cited Dan Tana’s in West Hollywood, an events kitchen at the San Vicente Bungalows, Jitlada in Thai Town and the rooftop restaurant at... more

Noma L.A. offers meeting with protesters, while former staff now dispute a past abuse claim ^5.8%

Los Angeles Times - By Stephanie Breijo - 3/20/2026, 9:28 PM

After several days of protests outside its controversial Silver Lake pop-up, the restaurant Noma responded to a demand letter from workers’ rights activists who’ve led a campaign that resurfaced past abuse allegations and culminated in last week’s loss of event sponsors and the abrupt “stepping away” of renowned chef René Redzepi. The... more

8 L.A. supper clubs that pair good food with live music ^78.6%

Los Angeles Times - By Danielle Dorsey, Stephanie Breijo - 2/11/2025, 11:00 AM

The sloping View Park-Windsor Hills neighborhood bustles during the day as residents grab smoothies from Simply Wholesome market, order pies from Crustees or walk the track at Reuben Engold Park. But with few late-night dining and nightlife options, the unincorporated community turns sleepy after dark. That’s changing with the opening of... more

Your guide to the wonderful world of L.A. French fries ^36.5%

Los Angeles Times - By Stephanie Breijo, Danielle Dorsey, Jenn Harris, Lucas Kwan Peterson - 10/20/2023, 10:00 AM

Attempt to Sell a Product or Service 25.5% - Appeal to Authority 20.4% - Availability Heuristic 18%

Even if confronted with loaded fries, I’ll do it. While still in my car after hitting a drive-through, I will be digging in prematurely at that container, my fingers probing desperately for my starchy prize, past layers of melted cheese, caramelized onions and pickles. Reaching into a crinkly, grease-dotted bag of French fries elicits a... more

The best bagel shops in Los Angeles ^45.8%

Los Angeles Times - By Bill Addison, Stephanie Breijo, Danielle Dorsey, Betty Hallock, Jenn Harris, Sarah Mosqueda - 3/9/2023, 2:00 PM

Attempt to Sell a Product or Service 50.3% - Biased Writer Voice 26.3% - Anecdotal 20.2%

A bagel renaissance is boiling over in Los Angeles. For years now, local bagel makers have been perfecting recipes and styles. While at first these bakers sought to replicate the nostalgia of New York- and Montreal-style bagels, regional styles have since emerged. Often, the toppings highlight seasonal produce, and the bagels themselves... more