Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles

Finding a place to grab coffee, eat lunch, or enjoy a nice dinner while traveling is hard enough as is, but when you’re in a big city, the options are truly overwhelming. While my guides are full of one-of-a-kind restaurants for certain neighborhoods, this Essential Eateries map includes the top few LA-specific chains that will help you eat like a local on the go. Not only that, but I include a backstory of each chain, my top menu suggestion, and what I consider to be the best location to visit. This guide can also serve as a “What NOT to Eat” if you’re the kind of person who only wants to try single-location restaurants and want to determine if the place you’re interested in dining is a chain. Just pull up this map when you’re out and about to see where the nearest spots are when your tummy starts rumbling! Get access to ALL the Los Angeles area locations of 34 regional chains, including: ☕️ 7 Coffee/Tea/Boba Shops 🥐 2 Bakeries 🥡 15 Fast-Casual Restaurants 🍽️ 5 Table Service Restaurants 🍦 5 Dessert Spots Worried this info is out-of-date? Fear not! I'll be updating this guide every six months for accuracy, as well as to add new favorites I find along the way.

Obviously there are thousands of spots but these are all absolute must tries!

"Maybe that's why I found the place so darned interestin'. They call Los Angeles the "City Of Angels." I didn't find it to be that, exactly. But I'll allow there are some nice folks there." -The Stranger Born and raised classics! To all you tumbling tumble weeds looking for something funky and fun that's close to you while you're in town. Check out my map of local gems I’ve grown fond of in my time growing up here. Recomendations beyond the walk of fame. My gift to all you sinners. Special focus to the South Bay with classic recomendations throughout LA county. This map is helpful for finding worthwhile outings and maybe even finding new tried and true spots if you’re a local. Including Places to Spend the Day// Coffee// Breakfast// Lunch// Dinner// Treats// Late Night Food// Record Shops// Thrift// Views// Serene Vistas // Family Fun// Amusement Parks// Landmarks //Theaters // Museums