4 Restaurants to Try This Weekend in Los Angeles

Your guide to the hottest dining spots in LA this weekend

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Eater LA editors have compiled a list of four must-try restaurants in Los Angeles this weekend, including a revived cult-favorite tonkatsu spot, a beloved bakery with delectable pastries, an acclaimed Italian restaurant, and a Japanese-inspired pancake house.

Why it matters

Los Angeles is a premier dining destination, and these recommendations from Eater LA's expert team provide locals and visitors alike with insights on the latest and greatest restaurants to experience in the city.

The details

The list includes Kimukatsu, a Japanese tonkatsu restaurant that quietly reopened in Torrance after previous locations closed; Clark Street Bakery, a beloved bakery with multiple LA outposts known for its fresh baked goods; Rossoblu, an Italian restaurant in the Arts District helmed by skilled chef Steve Samson; and Takagi Coffee, a coffee shop in Beverly Grove that serves light-as-air Japanese souffle pancakes.

  • Kimukatsu recently reopened in Torrance.
  • Clark Street Bakery has been a consistent favorite for years.
  • Rossoblu has been serving Italian cuisine in the Arts District.
  • Takagi Coffee is currently open and serving its signature pancakes.

The players

Kimukatsu

A Japanese tonkatsu restaurant that quietly reopened in Torrance after previous locations in West Los Angeles and Culver City closed.

Clark Street Bakery

A beloved bakery with multiple locations across Los Angeles, known for its fresh baked goods and pastries.

Steve Samson

The skilled chef who helms the kitchen at Rossoblu, an Italian restaurant in the Arts District.

Takagi Coffee

A coffee shop in Beverly Grove that serves light-as-air Japanese souffle pancakes.

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What they’re saying

“Kimukatsu earned its bones from the 25-year 'millefeuille' pork katsu that carries the almost sweet fragrance of pork paired with melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.”

— Matthew Kang, correspondent (Eater)

“Although the bakery has expanded to four locations, and a Hollywood diner, across Los Angeles, it has managed to retain its consistency and quality.”

— Rebecca Roland, deputy editor (Eater Southern California/Southwest)

“Every dish feels personal: Order the bubbly focaccia, any of the homemade pastas (though you can't go wrong with beef and pork ragu tagliatelle), and the hanger steak.”

— Mona Holmes, editor (Eater Southern California/Southwest)

“Watching a full stack of pancakes come to life at Takagi Coffee feels thrilling to witness.”

— Kat Thompson, audience editor (Eater Southern California/Southwest)

The takeaway

This guide showcases the diversity and quality of Los Angeles's dining scene, from revived Japanese classics to beloved neighborhood bakeries and acclaimed Italian restaurants, providing readers with a curated selection of must-try spots to explore this weekend.