LA Chains

Lots of nationwide chains started here in Los Angeles; including Dave’s Hot Chicken that is on a legendary run and started in a parking lot blocks from my old East Hollywood apartment.

Homestate

Homestate came on the scene in East Hollywood spring of 2014 from a San Antonio ex pat serving some of the best Tex-Mex around. 

The queso is phenomenal, chips are made fresh & the Migas and trinity tacos are both great picks.

The Win-Dow

Fancy steak house American Beauty opened a window during Covid to sling Oklahoma style smash burgers.
With the low cost of less than $8 for a double smash burger this is the best deal on specialty cheeseburgers in the city.
The ice cream cones are worth trying also