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Looking for the best sushi in Los Angeles? Rockstar Eater continues his 10-Part Sushi series, covering the best and most unique sushi restaurants in LA! This time, Steve is at La Mer, which is a new sushi restaurant in Studio City on Ventura Blvd. La Mer is a unique Japanese restaurant in that they are one of few in LA that specializes in kaiseki ryori, which is the highest form of Japanese course dining found in Kyoto Japan. It is similar to omakase, but with more non-sushi delicacies on the menu. This 7-9 course meal runs for $150, and is one of the best fine dining experiences in Los Angeles. La Mer Sushi: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamer_sushi/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/lamer_sushi/?hl=en</a>

Steve Cha (aka Rock Star Eater) visits Sakuragawa restaurant, a Michelin star restaurant in Kyoto, Japan. Meals begin at 18000 yen. Is it the best keiseki restaurant in the city?

Hi Friends, Dine LA Restaurant Week in Los Angeles has started this April, so I thought I’d make this article for those who either don’t know about it or don’t understand how it works.

Steve Cha (aka Rockstar Eater) eats a big sushi meal at Iroha Sushi of Tokyo in Studio City. Steve loves sushi, but how many pieces can he eat if pushed to the max? Steve finds out in this episode by eating lots of sushi, trying an combination of nigiri, sashimi, and rolls in this sushi eating challenge. Episode: How Many Pieces of Sushi Can An Average Person Eat? Iroha Sushi of Tokyo: <a href="https://www.irohasushioftokyo.com">https://www.irohasushioftokyo.com</a>/

If you’re looking for a new place to eat out, there are plenty of options, but here are our thoughts on some of the best in CA. LA’s answer to New York’s Chelsea Market is a destination for both tourists and locals, who flock here for produce and other products from nearby farmers' markets, or just an excellent lunchtime meal. You can get everything from your breakfast taco fix to a chopped salad (we recommend the Daily Kick), or even just pick up some croissants and chocolate-dipped strawberries on your way out!

Steve Cha (aka Rockstar Eater) visits Borneo Kalimantan Cuisine in Alhambra to try their house special laksa mee, which is one of the most popular Indonesian dishes. It’s a curry noodle soup that is one of the best noodle dishes in Asia, but is relatively unknown in the US. We all know Asian noodles like Japanese ramen, Vietnamese Pho, and even Chinese beef noodle soup. But how many of us have heard of the laksa mee? Could it be the next big noodle trend in America? This is a noodle dish to definitely take note of, especially if you are in Los Angeles.

Steve Cha (aka Rockstar Eater) continues his 10-Part best seafood in Los Angeles series with Santa Monica Seafood Market and Cafe in Santa Monica. Santa Monica Seafood began as a fish market in 1939, which makes it the oldest surviving seafood market in Los Angeles. It has since expanded into a café section that serves many of the fresh seafood you can find in the market, including one of the best oyster bars in the city. They also serve great live lobster, Alaskan king crab, clams, mussels, salmon, shrimp, and other great fresh local seafood at affordable prices. Want to see one of the best seafood restaurants in LA? Join Steve as he takes you into the wonderful world of Santa Monica restaurants. Santa Monica Seafood Market: <a href="https://santamonicaseafood.com">https://santamonicaseafood.com</a>/

Steve Cha (aka Rockstar Eater) continues his Korean bbq tour in Los Angeles with Part 11, at Eight Korean BBQ in Koreatown Los Angeles. Eight Korean BBQ is a Korean bbq in LA that specializes in 8 flavors of pork belly bbq. There are very few Korean restaurants like it, and it is arguably the best Korean pork bbq you’ll find in LA. The flavors range from regular to miso paste to red wine, along with the signature seafood soup and kimchee fried rice. It is truly one of the best Korean bbq in Los Angeles. Want to see one of the best Korean barbeque restaurant? Stay tuned to this episode that shows one of the most unique Korean food experiences in LA. Eight Korean BBQ: <a href="https://www.eightkoreanbbq.com">https://www.eightkoreanbbq.com</a>/

Steve Cha (aka Rockstar Eater) gives you the lowdown on the 10 Best Fast Food restaurants in Los Angeles! We all know about national fast food chains and franchises like McDonald’s, Burger King, and Jack n the Box. But what are the fast foods that Los Angeles is known for? What are some of the great fast food spots in LA? Everyone is looking for cheap eats in Los Angeles, so this list is designed to help you find some of the best fast food, or best fast casual restaurants, in LA that is affordable and tasty. What are some of the best fast foods in LA? Find out in this episode, that suggests everything from Dino’s Chicken and Burger to Inn-N-Out.

Steve Cha (aka Rockstar Eater) gives you the lowdown on the 10 Best All You Can Eat Restaurants in Los Angeles! Everyone loves all you can eat, and Los Angeles has its fair share of all you can eat experiences, from Brazilian to Korean to Japanese. With so many to choose from, you might be asking: What is the best all you can eat restaurants in LA? Find out in this episode that explores some of the best restaurants in Los Angeles!

When you talk about Barbecue Restaurants, the first states that come to mind might include North Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Florida might not even be on your list at all. This is because, when people think of Florida, they think of Cuban, cuisine, or southern comfort foods. But this is gradually changing as many more pitmasters fire up their grills to deliver delicious barbecues. You can now find different barbecue style that suits your taste in Florida, from Alabama style to North Carolina style. Florida has many barbecue restaurants that serve many different styles of Barbecue. So it doesn’t matter whether you are a fan of white sauce or vinegar, there is a restaurant serving it in the state, and they are the best barbecue restaurants anyone can think of in Florida.

Steve Cha (your Best LA Food Guide!) tries Peruvian food again, this time at Inti Peruvian Restaurant in Hollywood. His special guest on this Peruvian food mukbang is Jina Lim, an Instagram foodie and traveler. Inti restaurant is one of the best Peruvian restaurants in Los Angeles, and is known for all the best Peruvian foods including lomo saltado, arroz chaufa con pollo, ceviche mixto, tallarin verde con bistec, and jalea pescado de mariscos! What is Peruvian food like? Watch as two Koreans try Peruvian food, and their reaction to Peruvian food. This is one of many episodes that documents what to eat in Los Angeles. Inti's Restaurant: <a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/inti-restaurant-los-angeles">https://www.yelp.com/biz/inti-restaurant-los-angeles</a>

Steve Cha (your Best LA Food Guide!) tries Thai food again at Amphai Northern Thai Food Club, a Thai restaurant in Los Angeles that specializes in Northern style Thai food from the city of Chiang Rai. Amphai restaurant is one of few restaurants in Los Angeles that serves authentic Northern Thai food, and the only one that serves food specifically from Chiang Rai. Amphai is one of the best Thai restaurants in Los Angeles, and was even on the LA Times 101 Top Restaurants. So what is Northern Thai food like? How is it different from other Thai food styles? Find out in this episode that explores a very unique Thai style of cooking, which includes dishes like the Khao Soi Gai, Sai Oau, and Tam Khanun. Amphai: <a href="https://www.amphainorthernthaifood.com">https://www.amphainorthernthaifood.com</a>/

Ever wonder what owning a Thai restaurant is like? Steve Cha (aka Rockstar Eater) follows Chef Justin Pichetrungsi of Anajak Thai Cuisine in Sherman Oaks, as he looks at a day in the life of a Thai chef. Chef Justin has operated Anajak Thai restaurant for the past few years and has produced an exciting menu that combines traditional Thai classics with new innovations. What other Thai restaurants serve southern style fried chicken, taco Tuesdays, and weekend omakase? You’ll find it at Anajak Thai, which was featured on Food Insider for their famous Thai fried chicken, and even made it into the LA Times 101 Top Restaurants. So what is owning a Thai restaurant like? I spend 24 hours with a Thai chef as he visits the Santa Monica Farmer's Market for his fresh produce, then heading back to the restaurant for preparation and dinner service. This episode is one of many that shows you what to eat in Los Angeles. Anajak Thai Cuisine: <a href="https://www.anajakthai.com">https://www.anajakthai.com</a>/

Steve Cha (Rockstar Eater) tries what some people call the best classic burger in LA, at Pie N Burger in Pasadena (Los Angeles). It was voted The Best Burger in Los Angeles by Food Insider. Pie N Burger is a historical restaurant that serves good old fashioned American food. They specialize in the double cheeseburger and the house made pies! What is all the hype about at Pie N Burger? What is a classic burger like? Is it really the best double cheeseburger you can find in LA? Find out in this episode. Pie n Burger: <a href="https://www.pienburger.com">https://www.pienburger.com</a>/

Steve Cha (Rockstar Eater) continues his European food tour in LA by trying Russian and Ukrainian food for the first time, at Traktir restaurant in West Hollywood (Los Angeles). Traktir specializes in Russian and Ukrainian cuisine, with an attached Russian market that is one of the best you’ll find in Los Angeles. The restaurants serves the best, most authentic Russian foods such as the Porscht, Vareniki, and Olivier Salad! What is Russian food like? What are some must try Russian foods in a restaurant? Find out in this episode as Steve gives you an overview of traditional Russian and Ukrainian foods, as well as a Russian market tour. Traktir: <a href="https://www.traktirla.com">https://www.traktirla.com</a>/

Steve Cha (Rockstar Eater) continues his European food tour in LA by trying Scandinavian food for the first time, at Gravlax restaurant in Culver City (Los Angeles). Scandinavia is a region that covers three different European countries: Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. It is hard to find Scandinavian food in LA, which is why Gravlax is unique because it is a tavern, but also one that serves Scandinavian food. What is Scandinavian food like? What are some must try Scandinavian foods in a restaurant? Find out in this episode that serves as Scandinavian food for beginners. Gravlax: <a href="https://www.gravlaxla.com">https://www.gravlaxla.com</a>/

Steve Cha (Rockstar Eater) continues his European food tour in LA by trying British food for the first time, at Cat and Fiddle restaurant in Hollywood. Good British food is hard to find in Los Angeles, and Cat and Fiddle British Pub is one of the few that makes outstanding British food. They have everything from bangers and mash to beef wellington to shepherd's pie! What is British food like? What are some must try British foods in a restaurant? Find out in this episode that serves as British food for beginners! Here, an American tries British food for the first time! The Cat and Fiddle: <a href="https://thecatandfiddle.com">https://thecatandfiddle.com</a>/

Steve Cha (aka Rockstar Eater) revisits Caribbean food by trying Trinidadian food again at Mia’s Kitchen in Manhattan Beach, CA! Mia’s Kitchen specializes in making Trinidadian and Tobagoian food. This restaurant serves many authentic Trinidadian favorites like chicken roti, doubles, oxtail stew, and goat curry roti, many of them which you can find as street food in Trinidad Tobago. As of this video, Mia’s Kitchen is the only restaurant in Los Angeles that specializes in Trinidadian cuisine. What is Trinidadian and Tobagoian food like? What are the must try Trinidadian foods? Find out in this episode that is Greek food for beginners.