Red Medicine
Chef Jordan Kahn set out to create a high-end version of Chinatown nights where he would grab noodles and Vietnamese dishes after a night shift. Red Medicine has one of the best late-night ambiances around. Some favs include the massive pork belly banh mi, chicken dumplings, coconut bavarois, and Brussels sprouts. Plus, plenty of amazing cocktails. Open until 2 am, seven days a week. 8400 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 90211; 323.651.5500
Mountain Cafe
Ginseng chicken soup, abalone porridge, and numerous other Korean cuisine classics are available late night at Mountain Cafe. Eat half and save the rest for the morning. They’re great hangover cures as well. 24/7 hours; 3064 W 8th St., Los Angeles
Ikemen
Ikemen lives in a Hollywood strip mall and this ramen joint serves up thick, chewy noodles with an umami-rich dipping broth. The chicken karaage and fried dumplings are also worth a try. 1655 N La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, 90046; 323.800.7669
Honda Ya
This Little Tokyo classic serves izakaya favorites like takoyaki, yakitori, sushi rolls, grilled squid, and miso black cod. Serves until 1 am on all nights except Sunday, when it closes at 12 am. 333 S Alameda St., Ste 314, Los Angeles, 90013; 213.625.1184
Alibi Room
Serving up the same fare as the Kogi trucks; but this place you can get a beer to wsah it down with. They have specials like kimchi quesadilla, sliders, breakfast burritos, hot wings, and tacos. 12236 W Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, 90066; 310.390.9300
Izakaya Sasaya
This West LA spot serves terrific izakaya favorites like agadashi tofu and udon noodles. They have a large, varied menu, simple beer and more extensive sake menu. Serves til 1 am on weekends, 11 pm on weeknights. 11613 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, 90025; 310.477.4404
Ruen Pair Thai Restaurant
This Thai Town favorite serves up tasty dishes at reasonable prices. Try try stewed pork leg; turnip omelet; crispy pork belly with morning glory or broccoli; green papaya salad with raw crab; and stir-fried chicken dishes. The mainline Thai dishes are decent, but the specialties are the draw here. 5257 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, 90027; 323.466.0153
Canter’s Deli
If you haven’t hit Canter’s for their late hours, you’re not doing Los Angeles right. The eighties are alive here, with vintage ceiling and leather booths. The pastrami is pretty good, while the breakfast items are pretty popular too. 419 N Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, 90048; 323.651.2030
Krua Siri
This Northern Thai spot not only delivers late, it serves late too. Enjoy green papaya salad, duck larb, spicy soups filled with offal, and terrific fried chicken. Open until 1:30 am most nights. 5103 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, 90027; 323.660.6196
Myung Dong Kyoja (명동교자)
The garlic from this place takes over the entire block in Koreatown’s stretch of Wilshire Blvd. Head over after long hours at the local karaoke rooms or Korean bars. The noodle soup and steamed dumplings are a terrific hangover cure (or hangover preventative). 3630 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 213.385.7789
Freddy Smalls
Charlie Parker is behind this Westside, gastropub-like restaurant. Think charcuterie, deconstructed reuben sandwiches on a cutting board, Brussels sprouts, and Belgian waffles available til 12 pm on weekdays and 1 am on weekend evenings. Throw in some cocktails like the Stumbling Cowboy or a pint of cold craft beer and you are set. 11520 Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, 90064; 310.479.3000
Pacific Dining Car-Santa Monica
One of two all-night restaurants, Pacific Dining Car is the elegant night owl’s landing spot. With white tablecloths and a menu from the 50’s, this place is all its own. The varied menu is pricey but features items like the Midnight Cowboy Steak and the Rack of Lamb. 2700 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 90403; 310.453.4000
The Original Pantry Cafe
This is a must-experience, all-night eatery in Downtown. It’s a true greasy spoon institution that grills solid steaks and makes the ideal pancakes, any time of day or night. Cash only; open 24 hours; 877 S Figueroa St., Los Angeles, 90017; 213.972.9279
Jones Hollywood
This dark, clubby, Italian joint in WeHo has some of the best apple pie around and has some decent old-school classics like spaghetti & meatballs, funghi pizza, and carbonara. Open until 2 am nightly; 7205 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, 90046; 323.850.1726
The 101 Coffee Shop
The retro-cool vibe at this Hollywood favorite might have the best late night diner food in the city. The ingredients are thoughtfully chosen and the menu looks surprisingly small for a restaurant of this type. Stick with the breakfast items and the burgers. 6145 Franklin Ave., Los Angeles, 90028; 323.467.1175
Johnnie’s Pastrami
This Westside fast food joint serves large pastrami sandwiches, chili cheese fries, and pickles. Just what you need after a long night out. 4017 S Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City, 90230; 310.397.6654
Bossa Nova
Brazilian classics like picanha, chicken stroganoff, pao de quiejo, and more fill up the large menu at this West LA and Hollywood mini-chain. They are serving up until 3 am. And there’s always the option of that last caipirinha in case there wasn’t enough to drink earlier. 10982 W Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, 90064; 310.441.0404
Wurstküche
Sausages and beer. They go hand in hand. Pick desired sausages, get them grilled up, top with caramelized onions, mustard, and peppers, place in bread roll. Wurstkuche serves late most nights. There are outlets in Venice and Downtown’s Arts District. Kitchen open until midnight, bar until 2 am. 625 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, 90291
800 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria
The lines are always packed at this popular quick-service pizza joint that makes fully custom pizzas to order. Rack up toppings then wait only minutes before the wood-fired oven spits out your pies. Service goes until 2 am each evening. 10889 Lindbrook Dr., Los Angeles, 90024; 424.239.5010
25°
This swanky burger joint inside the Roosevelt hotel has a bordello-type feel. The burgers are pretty good with juicy patties and soft brioche buns to go along with distinct toppings. The boozy milkshakes are a great draw as well. 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, 90028; 323.785.7244
Fred 62
This classic spot in Los Feliz is one of the old-time late-night hangouts in the city. With a dark-retro vibe, order up the Bearded Mr. Frenchy (cornflake-encrusted French toast) or the Juicy Lucy Burger. 1850 N Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, 90027; 323.667.0062
Nak Won Restaurant
Here, grab a plate of fried kimchi rice or a bowl of spicy beef soup (yook hwe jang) into the wee hours of the night. Nam Dae Moon is a Koreatown classic that endures after many decades, serving 24/7. 1001 S Vermont Ave., #103, Los Angeles, 90006; 213.388.8889
Don Day Korean Restaurant
There are plenty of all-you-can-eat Korean barbecues in Koreatown, but only a few of them are open late. Don Day is one of the better choices for late night with a large selection for under $20/person. Think thinly sliced brisket, fat pieces of pork belly, and marinaded short rib. 300 S Hobart Ave., Los Angeles, 90005; 213.380.9292
The Pikey
This Hollywood gastropub serves a hefty menu up until 1:30 am, with favorites like Welsh Rarebit, Crispy Pig Ear Salad, and Fish & Chips. There’s a decent cocktail menu put together by barman Damian Windsor too. Try the Geezer, featuring Old Overholt Rye, Mezcal, bitters, cinnamon, and flamed orange served on the rocks. 7617 W Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, 90046; 323.850.5400
Tom Bergin’s
This classic Irish pub on Fairfax serves dishes like grilled steak, lamb stew, and fish & chips late on weekdays (Sunday – Wednesday) until 11:30 pm and til 12:45 am on weekends. Nothing like some corned beef & cabbage to go along with a pint of Guinness after midnight. 840 S Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, 90036; 323.936.7151
Brite Spot Family Restaurant
This revamped old diner in Echo Park has the hipster vibe in full swing. Grab Stumptown coffee, all-day breakfast eats, and vegan options. The baked goods are especially good, like the chocolate malted cupcakes. Serves until 12 am earlier in the week and until 3 am from Wednesday-Saturday. 1918 W Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, 90026; 213.484.9800
Tatsu Ramen
This technologically savvy ramen joint makes diners order with an iPad. The noodles and soup come in an umami-rich tonkotsu broth. Serves until 2 am most weekdays and 3 am on the weekends. 2123 Sawtelle Blvd., Los Angeles, 90025; 310.684.2889
Sanamluang Café
This old-school Thai Town noodle joint serves late into the night. The menu features spicy bowls of Thai Boat Noodles and other classics at a bargain price. 5176 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, 90027; 323.660.8006
Garage Pizza
This straightforward pizza joint serves by-the-slice and whole pies to order. The dark, urban vibe makes it a great place to hit after the downtown bars and clubs. The original spot in Silver Lake and this downtown spot, both serve until 4 am nightly. 100½ W 7th St., Los Angeles, 90014; 213.622.3390
Izzy’s Deli
A rare 24-hour deli in Los Angeles (along with Canter’s), Izzy’s Deli serves the Westside with all-night matzo ball soup, pastrami sandwiches, and more. 1433 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 90403; 310.394.1131
The Gorbals
Top Chef winner Ilan Hall serves inside the Alexandra building in Downtown’s Historic Core until 1:30 am, making it one of the best late-night spots in Downtown. The wine list, cocktails, and beer are also better than the average late-night coffee shop. Bacon-wrapped matzoballs at 1 am anyone? 501 S Spring St., Los Angeles, 90013; 213) 488-3408
Stout Burgers & Beers
This dark Hollywood beer & burger joint is a casual spot to relax with friends and enjoy a late night meal after hitting the bars or clubs. The Stout Burger has blue cheese, rosemary bacon, caramelized onions, and roasted tomatoes on a house-blend patty that’s ground in house daily. 1544 N Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles, 90028; 323.469.3801
