Discover LA’s Must-Try Dishes: Weekly Highlights from Eater LA
- Beef Goulash at Kiez Küche & Beer Garden, Highland Park Kiez Küche & Beer Garden opened recently and attracted many guests on a Friday night.
- Elmo Doughnut at Colorado Donuts, Eagle Rock Mona Holmes shares a sweet experience from Colorado Donuts.
- Bluefin Tuna Tartare at Kusa Nori, Las Vegas Matthew Kang enjoyed a late-night meal at Kusa Nori.
Highlights from Eater LA
Beef Goulash at Kiez Küche & Beer Garden, Highland Park
Kiez Küche & Beer Garden opened recently and attracted many guests on a Friday night. The chilly evening called for a glass of glühwein, followed by crispy potato pancakes and a soft pretzel. The star of the meal was a hearty beef goulash served on homemade spätzle, filled with tender beef and carrots. The meal ended with a flaky apple strudel.
Address: 4939 York Boulevard, Highland Park, CA 90042. — Cathy Chaplin, Senior Editor
Elmo Doughnut at Colorado Donuts, Eagle Rock
Mona Holmes shares a sweet experience from Colorado Donuts. She picked up an Elmo doughnut for her young nephew’s birthday. The doughnut featured red frosting topped with Oreos and a doughnut hole, making it a fun treat. Though she usually prefers a classic glazed old-fashioned, the Elmo doughnut was a delightful change.
Address: 1578 Colorado Boulevard, No. 14, Eagle Rock, CA 90041. — Mona Holmes, Reporter
Bluefin Tuna Tartare at Kusa Nori, Las Vegas
Matthew Kang enjoyed a late-night meal at Kusa Nori. He started with a king crab roll and then had bluefin tuna tartare topped with ponzu. The dish included a spiral of wasabi and crisp lotus chips. The luxurious ingredients, like gold leaf, added to the experience, making it a satisfying meal.
Address: 3000 S. Las Vegas Boulevard, Resorts World, Las Vegas, NV 89109 — Matthew Kang, Lead Editor
Grilled Cabbage Caesar Salad at MXO, West Hollywood
Chef Wes Avila created a unique twist on the traditional Caesar salad. The grilled cabbage sits in dashi broth, topped with Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese. This dish offers a flavorful alternative to typical salads, making it a standout at MXO.
Address: 826 N. La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90069. — Matthew Kang, Lead Editor
Chicken Thigh Karaage at RVR, Venice
Nicole Adlman highlighted the chicken thigh karaage at RVR. The dish features crispy fried chicken thighs coated in a tangy chile-honey sauce. The flavor reminded her of Korean fried chicken, while still highlighting the chicken itself. This dish captures the essence of RVR, a restaurant with a fresh identity yet familiar offerings.
Address: 1305 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, CA 90291. — Nicole Adlman, Cities Manager