Restaurants

Chez Mia brings luxe Côte d’Azur cuisine (and vibes) to West Hollywood California Live correspondent Lisa Breckenridge visits Chez Mia, the newest ‘it’ restaurant on West Hollywood’s iconic Melrose Avenue. Marissa Hermer, renowned restauranter behind the French-inspired foodie destination shares the inspiration behind the vacation-like escape in the heart of Los Angeles. Plus, learn how to make their mouth...

A 24-hour diner that’s been a staple in Silver Lake for more than 60 years was designated as a historic monument by the Los Angeles City Council.

California Live correspondent Laila Muhammad visits Coni’Seafood, a family owned and operated award-winning Mexican seafood restaurant. The owner shares her tips on making a savory, authentic Nayarit-style ceviche.

California Live’s Jessica Vilchis visits Verse, a modern-day supper club in Toluca Lake. The unique speakeasy-style restaurant is the brainchild of Grammy award-winning mixing engineer Manny Marroquin, combining food and sound in a perfectly acoustic environment.

A New York City man is apologizing after going viral for accusing an upscale steakhouse’s staff of eating half the cake he made for his friend’s birthday. He says he just learned the truth about what happened, and he regrets the bad publicity it caused the restaurant.

The Waffle House index is an unofficial metric used to determine the severity of damage caused by a storm.

California Live correspondent Paul Costabile visits The Benjamin Hollywood in celebration of National Cheeseburger Day! Find out how the Old Hollywood-inspired hotspot, located inside a 1920s art deco building is quickly climbing the ranks of the competitive Los Angeles burger scene.

Chili’s investments in experience and advertising are paying off, as it is enjoying massive same-store sales growth.

California Live’s Laila Muhammad meets Jo Situ Allen, the Laguna Beach artist turned chef behind Mo.Mi.Mei, a new Cantonese street food concept in Costa Mesa. Mo.Mi.Mei specializes in ‘Gua Cheung Fun,’ which are traditional steamed rice rolls. Learn how to make chef Jo’s delicious and versatile peanut

California Live’s Laila Muhammad meets Jo Situ Allen, the Laguna Beach artist turned chef behind Mo.Mi.Mei, a new Cantonese street food concept in Costa Mesa. Mo.Mi.Mei specializes in ‘Gua Cheung Fun,’ which are traditional steamed rice rolls. Learn how to make chef Jo’s delicious and versatile peanut sauce!

California Live correspondent Vicki Johnson takes us to new heights, as she meets lifestyle expert Elycia Rubin in Century City to get a round up of fantastic rooftop hotspots up and down the state. From San Diego to the Bay Area, these outdoor oases will allow you to soak up the gorgeous autumn weather (and breathtaking views!) all across California.

California Live correspondent Laila Muhammad visits the Los Angeles Times Test Kitchen for an exclusive first look into this year’s LA Times Food Bowl, a 3-day celebration of the best bites in town. From city staples to new discoveries, expect celebrity chefs, cooking demos, unlimited food & more.

A group of investors under the name RL Investor Holdings will acquire Red Lobster by the end of the month.

California Live’s Jobeth Devera visits Early to Rise, a San Francisco neighborhood favorite elevating classic brunch fare with a from-scratch approach. Chef and owner Andrew McCormack shares his recipe for strawberry ricotta pancakes.

Chapter 11 filings have climbed 49% this year, according to BankruptcyWatch, and big-name restaurants such as Red Lobster and Buca di Beppo are among them.

California Live correspondent Angela Sun visits Rideau, a new West Hollywood hotspot boasting swanky Parisian vibes. Discover the magic-filled experience at this enchanted escape.

California Live correspondent Laila Muhammad gets a taste of Black Restaurant Week, running in the greater Los Angeles area through September 1st. Meet three local businesses participating in the beloved 7th annual celebration of the flavors of African, African American and Caribbean cuisines.

A Burger King near Buffalo, New York temporarily closed over the weekend after a customer found blood in her daughter’s food.

The Los Angeles Al Fresco restaurant program application deadline has been extended until the end of the year, Mayor Karen Bass announced Tuesday.