Sylvio Martins
Senior Staff Writer, Los Angeles
Sylvio has lived in Los Angeles for over 10 years, so he thinks he’s a local by now. Since graduating from UCLA, he has worked as an actor, disgruntled barista, and freelance writer, with his work appearing in Eater, Bon Appétit, Remezcla, and more. After seeing a call for pitches on Twitter, he began freelance contributing to the Infatuation’s LA site in 2021 and wrote so many guides we eventually gave him a job. He’s been a staff writer since 2022 and still loves restaurants.
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The Hit List: New LA Restaurants To Try Right Now
We checked out these new restaurants—and loved them.
The Westside Hit List: Best New Restaurants On The Westside
The best new spots to check out in Venice, Santa Monica, Malibu, Sawtelle, and more.
Beethoven Market
Beethoven Market is a corner grocery turned restaurant in Mar Vista that's perfect for a fun group pasta dinner.
Café 2001
Café 2001 is a lowkey bistro in the Arts District with delicious food and a mysterious energy. If you need to hide at lunchtime, go here.
Settecento
Settencento’s grassy Downtown patio is a pleasant spot for drinks and antipasti. Apart from the pizzas, the Italian menu is underwhelming.
Woon Pasadena
Woon's Pasadena location is bigger and more beautiful than the original, but the Chinese food doesn’t compare.
The Best Steak Frites In Los Angeles
When beef and fries join forces, the world becomes a better place.
Her Thai
Her Thai is a casual Thai spot in Mid-City that’s great for quick meals, vegans, and a pre-going-out khao soi.
6ixth Sense Coffee
6ixth Sense Coffee is a chic Silver Lake cafe that doubles as an expensive furniture and kitchenware store.
Asal Bakery & Kabob
Asal Bakery & Kabob is a Persian mini-mart in Woodland Hills that serves solid kabob combos and ghormeh sabzi.
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.
Descanso
This Mid-Wilshire restaurant has solid Mexican food, fun drinks, and room for every person you know.
The Best Brunch Spots In Los Angeles
All the LA restaurants where you should be eating pancakes, omelets, chilaquiles, and more.
Are These TikTok-Famous LA Spots Worth The Hype?
Find out whether the spots blowing up your feed are worth visiting IRL.
RVR
RVR is a dimly lit izakaya on Abbot Kinney that's great for a high-energy meal of grilled skewers, vegetables, and lots of vinyl.
The Best Mediterranean Restaurants In LA
Your guide for all things mezze, shawarma, and phyllo-related.
Where To Have A Cute, Leisurely Dinner That Isn't Too Expensive
Our favorite spots for a nice meal that's more memorable than the bill.
The Best Places To Drink In Koreatown
Koreatown has the best nightlife in Los Angeles. Here’s how to make sense of it all.
Petit Trois
Petit Trois is a narrow, dark-wood bar counter in Hollywood that serves classic French bistro food. It's perfect for a date or long lunch.
