"If a restaurant operated the way that a club does, no one would ever go back," says Timothy Patch, a co-founder of Daybreaker sober parties. "They're mean to you at the door, they're mean to you at the bar, you're paying too much for drinks..."
The new permanent One Piece Cafe in Little Tokyo celebrates the anime and manga's popularity, offering themed dishes like Sanji's Chicken Katsu and Zoro's Onigiri, helping revive the neighborhood.
Chef Cagla Onal's Mediterranean gem tucked in the back of Grace Street Market is well worth seeking out. The daily chalkboard menu boasts finds like seasonal focaccia, seven-minute egg sandwiches, and dips and salads.
"Barnes & Noble cafes create a cozy, inviting atmosphere complemented by their menu, which features specialty drinks and food items, including the beloved cheesecake from The Cheesecake Factory."