Questlove opened Mixtape, a burger joint offering gluten-free, beefless burgers without seed oils in Westlake Village, focusing on reimagined classics with mindful ingredients.

In-N-Out Burger is expanding in California with new locations in Indio, Modesto, and Monrovia, and is also growing into Arizona, Colorado, and Washington.

Here's Looking at You, a celebrated Koreatown restaurant, will close on June 13 following its co-owner's decision to leave the business and the end of their building lease. The closure marks the end of its innovative culinary presence since 2016.

Erewhon Market in Santa Monica temporarily closed its tonic bar due to a cockroach infestation, which was a major health violation. After corrective actions and re-inspection, the bar reopened.

Pink's Hot Dogs opens a new location at the Los Angeles Zoo, offering classic and celebrity-named hot dogs to zoo visitors.

Papa Cristo's Greek Grill in Los Angeles is closing after 77 years. Owner Chrys Chrys thanks customers and hints at future plans while expressing gratitude for the community and legacy.

VooDoo Doughnut opens a new location in Los Angeles on Melrose Avenue, offering 51 flavors with vegan options and supporting the local firefighters' foundation.

Despite community efforts and donations to save West Hollywood's Le Petit Four, the French restaurant announced its closure due to a landlord dispute, ending its legacy since 1981.

Le Petit Four in West Hollywood will remain open thanks to community support after initially announcing closure due to financial strains. Other local businesses, however, are closing.

Establishments on Sunset Strip, including Le Petit Four and The Den on Sunset, are closing due to declining foot traffic and rising costs. West Hollywood's mayor remains optimistic despite these challenges.

The Michelin Guide has added seven new LA restaurants to its California Guide, all opened in 2024 and earning "new" and "recommended" labels, potentially leading to a Michelin star.

The Original Pantry Cafe in downtown L.A. closed after a labor dispute and change in ownership following the death of former Mayor Riordan, ending an era for the iconic diner established in 1924.

Santa Monica acquires Edgar Arceneaux's artwork "Skinning the Mirror (Winter 9), 2025" at Frieze Los Angeles art fair, enhancing its Art Bank collection.