Have a road trip through California coming up? Looking to skip the dive restaurants Interested in trying the best restaurants in southern California?
California is known for its amazing cuisine, which features flavors from around the world. If you’re looking for a reason to explore southern California or you want to add a unique theme to your upcoming road trip, California restaurants are the way to go. Let’s take a look at the top 5 restaurants in southern California that you must visit.
5. Vua Bun Bo
9211 Bolsa Ave #120,
Westminster, CA 92683
Let’s kick off the list with a taste of Vietnam. This Orange County-based restaurant is considered one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in SoCal, featuring its famous bone soups. The menu is straight, to the point, and budget-friendly.
Recommendations:
Marrow soup
Pig’s feet
4. The Ivy
113 N Robertson Blvd,
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Admittedly, this Italian-focused restaurant doesn’t offer anything that is above and beyond. Sure, the food is great but everyone comes here for the environment, the people watching, and the chance to rub elbows with a celebrity. Big portion sizes and handcrafted cocktails make this an ideal choice for dinner and drinks.
Recommendations:
Japanese Wagyu Ribeye Grade A-5
Fresh Wild Swordfish Tacos
3. Eddie V's Prime Seafood
1370 Bison Ave,
Newport Beach, CA 92660
With well over a thousand positive reviews on Trip Advisor, Eddie V’s is hands down, one of the best in San Diego.
Aside from fresh catches, Eddie’s offers you dining with a view as the restaurant is situated with a gorgeous ocean backdrop. Another positive and notable point about Eddie’s is the staff. This restaurant is famous for its friendly staff. Great food, amazing view, and professional staff to boot.
Recommendations:
Lobster bisque
Three Crab-Stuffed Jumbo Shrimp "Oreganata Style"
2. Cha Cha Chicken
1906 Ocean Ave,
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Let’s step away from the fine dining experience and focus on delicious food that doesn’t require a dress code.
Cha Cha Chicken is Santa Monica is a Caribbean restaurant that specializes in… you guessed it: chicken. This BYOB restaurant is a local and tourist favorite. The staff is friendly and the food hits the spot. It is a mix of flavors from Jamaica to the Caribbean islands. Don’t let the outside appearance fool you, this place is worth the visit.
Recommendations:
Coconut Fried Chicken
Jerk Chicken Tostadas
1. Sushi A Go Go
6333 W 3rd St #404,
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Let’s head back to Los Angeles to wrap up our list. The Japanese population in California is huge and that means some of the best foods to find in Japan are readily available for you. Sushi A Go Go in Los Angeles is one of the best Japanese-style on-the-go restaurants in the city. A casual environment hosts a variety of Japanese foods with a focus on sushi and sashimi. Need a quick snack? Want to take your lunch to go? Is amazing quality a requirement? Sushi A Go Go is your place.
Recommendations:
Las Vegas Roll
Big Tuna Plate
If you’re currently on a road trip, why not pair great food with better wine. Click here to read our article on the best wine trail to explore in SoCal. Are you a local who has visited any of these restaurants? Let me know in the comments below!
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