"Happy New Year, Los Angeles! 2025 was a challenging year for local restaurants, but there's also reason to be hopeful. The annual 101 Best Restaurants guide from critic Bill Addison and columnist Jenn Harris included an impressive 31 new entrants for 2025. Black chefs and restaurateurs are experiencing an unprecedented "blossoming," and though they're not immune to industry challenges, many are confident they will weather the storms."
"The overarching plea from L.A.'s food industry remains the same: Support local restaurants whenever and however you can, and don't wait until a closing announcement to start showing up. If you're looking for more dining ideas to start 2026 off right, head to a San Gabriel boba cafe for a gussied-up take on McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich, to Beverly Hills for a chic French Californian meal in a luxurious setting or to West Hollywood for comforting Mexican-inspired plates paired with an excellent tequila list."
2025 was a challenging year for Los Angeles restaurants, yet signs of optimism emerged. The 101 Best Restaurants guide added 31 new entrants for 2025, signaling culinary growth. Black chefs and restaurateurs are undergoing an unprecedented blossoming, and many express confidence despite industry headwinds. The food industry urges patrons to support local restaurants whenever and however possible and to act before closure announcements arise. Recommended destinations include a San Gabriel boba cafe offering a gussied-up McDonald's Filet-O-Fish, a chic French-California meal in Beverly Hills, and comforting Mexican-inspired plates with an excellent tequila list in West Hollywood.
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