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LOS ANGELES

Philippe The Original

Philippe the Original boasts the invention of the classic French Dipped Sandwich from all the way back in 1918. This unique, divey restaurant in Chinatown was highly recommended to me by a coworker who sent me on a quest to get him a bottle of their famous hot mustard during my weekender trip to LA.…

Aquarela

Aquarela is bright and beautiful, much like the flavor of their coffee. The vividly painted café lives in Chinatown, and they have cute white outdoor tables shaded by large, blue umbrellas. Aquarela has a playful setup, with shelves of merchandise in front of the window, and a service table protecting the entrance to the café.…