4 Restaurants to Try This Weekend in Los Angeles

Your guide to the best places to eat in LA this weekend

Mar. 13, 2026 at 8:15pm

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Eater LA editors recommend four must-try restaurants in Los Angeles for the upcoming weekend, including a Korean feast at Hangari Kalguksu, early lunch at Liu's Cafe in Westwood, outdoor banchan at Perilla in Victor Heights, and sweet corn bingsoo at Sul & Beans in Koreatown.

Why it matters

As the weather heats up in Los Angeles, these recommendations provide a diverse set of dining options to help readers make the most of their weekend, whether gathering with friends, grabbing a quick lunch, or cooling off with a refreshing dessert.

The details

The four restaurants highlighted offer a range of cuisines and dining experiences - from a communal Korean bo ssam feast at Hangari Kalguksu, to a quick and tasty Taiwanese-inspired lunch at Liu's Cafe, to outdoor banchan and gimbap at Perilla's charming courtyard, to the sweet relief of shaved milk ice desserts at Sul & Beans. Each spot is praised for its standout dishes, atmosphere, and ability to provide a memorable weekend dining experience.

  • Hangari Kalguksu opens at 11 a.m. on weekends.
  • Liu's Cafe in Westwood opens at 11 a.m. daily.
  • Perilla is located in the Alpine Courtyard in Victor Heights.
  • Sul & Beans has locations in Koreatown, Buena Park, and Rowland Heights.

The players

Hangari Kalguksu

A Korean restaurant in Koreatown known for its bo ssam feasts and kalguksu (knife-cut noodles).

Liu's Cafe

A Taiwanese-inspired cafe with locations in Koreatown and Westwood, popular for its Chiayi chicken rice and other dishes.

Perilla

A restaurant located in the charming Alpine Courtyard in the Victor Heights neighborhood, offering outdoor seating and Korean banchan.

Sul & Beans

A dessert shop specializing in bingsoo, a Korean shaved milk ice treat, with locations in Koreatown, Buena Park, and Rowland Heights.

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What they’re saying

“Weekends are for gathering with friends and one of my favorite ways to get together involves a massive plate of bo ssäm — preferably at Hangari Kalguksu so we can get the namesake kalguksu, too.”

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

“Get to the new Liu's Cafe in Westwood (the original location lives in Koreatown) 20 minutes before it opens at 11 a.m. Yes, you're early, but it means two things: One, you'll make the first round of seating once the doors open and thus, two, you won't have to stand on a perilously long line in blistering sidewalk heat.”

— Nicole Fellah, Eater editorial manager (Eater)

“Pick up a dosirak from Perilla, or assemble your own meal with gimbap, mushroom bokkeum, kimchi, and gimbap. For a post-lunch sweet, wander into Bakers Bench for a wonderland of vegan baked goods.”

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

“A personal favorite? The sweet corn bingsoo encrusted with Corn Flakes (unlike anything you'll ever taste, in the best way). This is a group activity, so bring friends or a romantic partner to sit close, sample, and cool off.”

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

What’s next

As the weather continues to heat up in Los Angeles, readers can look forward to more dining recommendations from Eater LA to help them make the most of the summer weekends.

The takeaway

This guide showcases the diverse and vibrant dining scene in Los Angeles, with recommendations that cater to a range of tastes and occasions - from communal Korean feasts to quick and tasty lunches to refreshing desserts. Whether you're gathering with friends or seeking a solo outing, these four restaurants offer unique and memorable experiences to enjoy this weekend.