Dodgers season is back, and baseball fans in blue are gearing up across Los Angeles for opening day (April 1). Whether you’re a baseball enthusiast or a casual attendee, you’re going to need something to satisfy your cravings before or after enjoying nine innings of America’s pastime. While there is something nostalgic about those overpriced hot dogs and French fries, there are also plenty of excellent food options within two miles of Dodger Stadium. We’ve compiled a list of 18 favorite restaurants in Echo Park, Downtown and Chinatown, with variety from classic French cuisine to Filipino BBQ, from Italian subs to vegetarian bistros. With something for everyone, you can keep experiencing new food all season long.
Establishments appear in alphabetical order instead of in order of preference.
Allumette (1.1 miles away) [CLOSED]
TRY: Carrot Salad, Cavatelli, Szechuan Pork Dumpling, Citrus Curd
Chego (1.6 miles away) CLOSED
TRY: Ooey Gooey Fries, Chubby Pork Belly, Tres Leches Cake
Cookbook (1.2 miles away)
TRY: Whatever is seasonal! Their menu is constantly changing.
Cortez (0.6 miles away) [CLOSED]
Cortez is a casual restaurant from Cookbook owners Marta Teegan and Robert Stelzner with a seasonal menu made up of simple small dishes of sustainable, farm-to-table food. The servings are small, but the flavors and finesse involved makes these plates worth their price. Be aware that the restaurant only has bar or communal seating and does not take reservations.
TRY: The menu is seasonal, but try something with their interesting cheeses and charcuterie.
Eastside Market Italian Deli (1.3 miles away)
TRY: Meatball Sub, Roast Beef & Pastrami, Lasagna
Elf Cafe (1.5 miles away)
Elf Cafe serves vegetarian and vegan food with an eastern Mediterranean twist that even carnivores can enjoy. The small restaurant has a hip, romantic atmosphere and their dishes highlights organic, locally grown ingredients while avoiding meat substitutes. Elf also has a convenient $5 corkage fee. However, the restaurant is only open for dinner, is cash-only, and can get busy, so make reservations ahead of time.
TRY: Buffalo Oyster Mushrooms, Mushroom Risotto, Baked Tart
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