{"id":6355,"date":"2018-06-21T15:00:23","date_gmt":"2018-06-21T15:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/?p=6355"},"modified":"2018-06-15T15:33:42","modified_gmt":"2018-06-15T15:33:42","slug":"authentic-taste-los-angeles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/authentic-taste-los-angeles\/","title":{"rendered":"An Authentic Taste Of Los Angeles"},"content":{"rendered":"

Everyone has found themselves in that situation where you visit a new city and have no idea where to eat.\u00a0 And, I\u2019m amazed how certain restaurants in Los Angeles and other cities enjoy such fame and success locally, while remaining anonymous to outsiders.\u00a0 So, I compiled this list to help every tourist visiting Los Angeles for the first time.\u00a0 All of these food establishments grew deep roots in L.A. decades ago and provide some of the best opportunities for spotting a celebrity.\u00a0 If you\u2019d like an authentic taste of Los Angeles, stop by one of these iconic L.A. mainstays.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Philippe\u2019s<\/h4>\n

Boasting the longest history in Los Angeles, you\u2019d have to go back over one hundred years to enjoy Philippe\u2019s French Dip sandwich in its original form.\u00a0 A huge debate exists whether Philippe Mathieu discovered the French Dip first.\u00a0 All I know is that Philippe\u2019s does it best.\u00a0 The bread roll, roast beef, and au jus create a one-of-a-kind taste you won\u2019t find anywhere else.\u00a0 I don\u2019t know how they do it.\u00a0 If you like pickled eggs, they got the purple kind here.\u00a0 The confusing counter service and sawdust floors might scare away certain types of potential customers; but, if you want the best, then these minor details won\u2019t stop you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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El Cholo<\/h4>\n

I have to admit that I owe El Cholo big time!\u00a0 The original downtown location provided certain students in the area with a 50% discount on all food items.\u00a0 That amounted to four (and a half) years of shrimp fajitas marked down from $14.95 to\u2026 what, $7.48?\u00a0 Regardless, El Cholo delivers delicious Mexican food, outstanding margaritas, and an escape into what seems like a Mexican villa.\u00a0 El Cholo\u2019s history in Los Angeles dates back to the early 1920\u2019s.\u00a0 And, you\u2019ll find a great deal of black and whites from that era hanging on the walls.\u00a0 As you might suspect, I recommend the shrimp fajitas.\u00a0 And, an L.A. Lemonade.\u00a0 Oh, and guacamole prepared tableside.<\/p>\n

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Canter\u2019s Deli<\/h4>\n

One of the most famous 24-hour restaurants in Los Angeles comes in the form of a Jewish-style deli.\u00a0 And, Canter\u2019s Deli has been serving up traditional Jewish dishes since the early 1930\u2019s.\u00a0 Many people point out that Canter\u2019s Deli isn\u2019t Kosher since it is open on Saturdays and serves pork products.\u00a0 Nevertheless, after a night out on the town, a Canter\u2019s Reuben or Pastrami sandwich really hits the spot.\u00a0 .\u00a0 So, if you find yourself in L.A. and have a 2:00 a.m. hankering for lox and bagels or matzoh ball soup, head over to Canter\u2019s Deli for an old-fashioned Los Angeles experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Pink\u2019s Hot Dogs<\/h4>\n

What can I say?\u00a0 I like hotdogs.\u00a0 I like chili.\u00a0 But, I have never been a big fan of Pink\u2019s Hot Dogs despite having been there several times at different stages in my life.\u00a0 Yet, I do recognize that Pink\u2019s Hot Dogs enjoys more fame than almost any other eatery in Los Angeles.\u00a0 And, countless celebrities have eaten there, making it a fun stop for any first-timer.\u00a0 Pink\u2019s nearly 80-year history, from pushcart to world-famous pit stop, also draws international food tourists.\u00a0 I\u2019d say, go ahead and enjoy an iconic L.A. experience; but, bring an antacid!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Hey!\u00a0 Have I been gone for far too long and forgot an obvious, iconic restaurant in L.A.?\u00a0 Let me know in the comments below and I\u2019ll add it to the list.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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