Good Food on the Road

A lifetime of friendship with Jonathan Gold Sep 21, 2018

Journalist Jervey Tervalon remembers his long friendship with late food critic Jonathan Gold in a poem.

Zach Brooks: The impact of Jonathan Gold's review of Vespertine Sep 07, 2018

Zach Brooks talks about what it meant to read Jonathan Gold’s review of Vespertine, one of LA’s more controversial restaurant openings in recent memory.

Tien Nguyen: Jonathan Gold on Nha Trang Aug 31, 2018

Writer Tien Nguyen remembers when Jonathan Gold defended his love of the San Gabriel Valley noodle shops against critics.

Jonathan Gold's 2007 review of Jitlada Aug 24, 2018

This week, we revisit one of Jonathan Gold’s favorite LA establishments, Jitlada. Home to some of the spiciest Southern Thai cuisine around, the Hollywood restaurant is a must-visit institution.

Daniel Hernandez: Jonathan Gold on El Parian Aug 17, 2018

L.A. Taco’s Daniel Hernandez recalls leading Jonathan Gold on a taco crawl through Guadalajara and how Gold’s photographic memory of street tacos in Mexico informed his review of El Parian in Los Angeles.

Mona Holmes: Jonathan Gold's 1989 story on N.W.A. Aug 10, 2018

Before Jonathan Gold became the voice of LA’s culinary scene, he was a music writer. Eater’s Mona Holmes recalls Gold’s 1989 LA Weekly feature on N.W.A.

Laura Gabbert: Jonathan Gold's 1992 piece on the LA Riots Aug 03, 2018

“From the stoop of my building, it seemed like a giant block party,” Gold wrote in 1992, just a week after the Los Angeles Riots. “City of Gold” filmmaker Laura Gabbert shares what this piece meant to her.

Carolina Miranda on Jonathan's review of Simon LA Jul 27, 2018

As we continue to mourn the loss of Jonathan Gold, former colleague Carolina Miranda from the LA Times stopped by to share her favorite Gold review.

Jonathan Gold praises Travis Lett's dive into Japanese gastropub fare at MTN in Venice Jun 29, 2018

Nancy Singleton Hachisu has called Travis Lett’s latest opening “the most Japanese restaurant in America.” LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold explains why.

Jonathan Gold turns up the heat at Chongqing Special Noodles Jun 22, 2018

Jonathan Gold finds thin, bouncy noodles covered in spicy Sichuan peppercorn sauce at Chongqing Special Noodles in San Gabriel.

Remembering Jonathan Gold's favorite food flicks Jun 08, 2018

In some of Jonathan Gold’s favorite culinary-centric films, food isn’t always as it seems.

Jonathan Gold finds magical nostalgia at Freedman's in Silver Lake Jun 01, 2018

Freedman’s enchants with aromas of fresh homemade bagels and moist brisket. Jonathan Gold talks about how the deli’s mouth-watering aromas and modern take on Jewish staples captivated him during a recent visit.

Jonathan Gold finds breathtaking fare while dining in Tokyo May 25, 2018

In between bowls of ramen and getting kicked out of a yakitori restaurant, Jonathan Gold found time to have some of the best meals of his life on a recent trip to Tokyo.

Jonathan Gold enjoys Nayarit-Sinaloan style ceviche at El Coraloense in Bell Gardens May 18, 2018

Jonathan Gold might not find the plates at El Coraloense Instagram-ready, but the quality of ingredients and vibrant flavors keep him wanting more.

Jonathan Gold recounts the LA Times Food Bowl's Sichuan Summit May 11, 2018

The LA Times Food Bowl runs through the month of May. Jonathan Gold reports on how it’s been going so far..

Jonathan Gold eats clay pot rice at Nature Pagoda in San Gabriel Apr 27, 2018

Jonathan Gold praises the beautiful crusty rice at the bottom of Nature Pagoda’s sizzling clay pots.

Jonathan Gold steps into David Chang's orbit at Majordomo Apr 20, 2018

Admitting a prior history with David Chang, Jonathan Gold gives a blow-by-blow account of his meals at Majordomo, the Momofuku founder’s first foray into Los Angeles.

Jonathan Gold tries the exquisite sushi at Shiki Beverly Hills Apr 06, 2018

Chef Mori Onodera is serving up remarkable omakase to his loyal following of sushi aficionados.

Jonathan Gold visits the freshly reopened Noma in Copenhagen Mar 30, 2018

Noma was once lauded as the best restaurant in the world. Jonathan Gold says after its recent reopening, the magic is still alive.

Jonathan Gold eats his veggies at The Exchange in DTLA Mar 23, 2018

According to Jonathan Gold, the amba aioli at Israeli-inspired The Exchange is the new Thousand Island dressing.

Jonathan Gold dishes on his favorites spots in LA's Koreatown Mar 03, 2018

The Pyeongchang Olympics gave millions of viewers a glimpse into Korean culture and food. If you live in LA, enjoying both these things first hand isn’t hard.

Jonathan Gold dines at The Hearth & Hound on Sunset Feb 24, 2018

Don’t expect April Bloomfield’s signature burgers at The Hearth & Hound in Hollywood. Instead, Jonathan Gold wants diners to try the cabbage.

Jonathan Gold dines at Longo Seafood in Rosemead Feb 17, 2018

Jonathan Gold heads to Rosemead for a dim sum feast of memorable pork buns at Longo Seafood… oh, and the namesake seafood dishes too.

Jonathan Gold turns up the heat at Killer Noodle on Sawtelle Feb 10, 2018

At Killer Noodle, diners can’t order anything spicier than a level 3 on their first visit. Jonathan Gold finally graduated to spice level 6 on his third visit to the Tsujita-sister spot.

Jonathan Gold tries the second coming of Marché Moderne Feb 03, 2018

The reopening of Marché Moderne in Newport Beach bodes well with LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold. His recommendation? Do not skip the lovingly prepared coq au vin.

Jonathan Gold predicts LA's food trends in 2018 Jan 27, 2018

Jonathan Gold is looking into his crystal ball and enlightening us on the coming food trends of 2018. He says a lot of these trends stand to improve Los Angeles’ dining scene.

Jonathan Gold dines at Playa Amor in Long Beach and Amor y Tacos in Cerritos Jan 20, 2018

Jonathan Gold thinks chef Thomas Ortega’s Playa Amor in Long Beach and Amor y Tacos in Cerritos represent two distinct sides of his personality.

Jonathan Gold dines at Uovo in Santa Monica Jan 06, 2018

Jonathan Gold is hesitant to admit that the best spaghetti all’amatriciana in Los Angeles is served at a Santa Monica fast-casual eatery.

Jonathan Gold dines at Journeymen in Atwater Village Dec 16, 2017

Jonathan Gold finds Journeymen in Atwater Village to be a pleasant display of chef David Wilcox’s rustic, seasonal cooking, tinged with a Julia Child-esque aesthetic.

Jonathan Gold dines at Verlaine in West Hollywood Dec 09, 2017

Jonathan Gold dined at Verlaine in West Hollywood and found the soft-fried beans to be pure bliss.

Jonathan Gold treks out to Bell for Tacos y Mezcal Dec 02, 2017

Jonathan Gold followed mole master Rocio Camacho to her latest spot, Tacos y Mezcal. Any ideas on what he thoroughly enjoyed there?

Jonathan Gold dines at Ink.well in West Hollywood Nov 18, 2017

Jonathan Gold heads to Michael Voltaggio’s Ink.well to find a slightly more accessible reboot of his shuttered restaurant Ink.

Jonathan Gold returns to Osawa in Pasadena Nov 11, 2017

Jonathan Gold returns to Osawa in Pasadena where he’s both surprised and delighted to find first-rate izakaya fare, representing a remarkable improvement over previous visits.

Jonathan Gold eats at Grand Central Market's new Sari Sari Store Nov 03, 2017

Going to a restaurant five times in three days is a testament in itself. But for this little Filipino counter, Jonathan Gold can’t stop exploring the menu.

Jonathan Gold dishes on this year's '101 Best Restaurants' list Oct 27, 2017

Every year, restaurateurs and diners await Los Angeles Times food critic Jonathan Gold’s ‘Best 101 Restaurants’ list. Well, it’s in!

Jonathan Gold dines at Nothingness in San Gabriel Oct 06, 2017

Whether you opt for the Thunderbolt frog or the BBQ pig brains, the Sichuan and Chongqing-style cuisine being served here is creative and spicy.

Jonathan Gold dines at Rosaliné in West Hollywood Sep 29, 2017

A traditional Peruvian pisco sour, a plate of ceviche, servers who seem like they’re auditioning for a show on FXX. Jonathan says it’s hard to have a bad time here.

Jonathan Gold dines at Delicious Food Corner in Monterey Park Sep 22, 2017

Find out which restaurant Jonathan calls “the most Hong Kong place in the San Gabriel Valley.”

Jonathan Gold dines at Vespertine in Culver City Sep 15, 2017

If great restaurants have a sense of time and space, Vespertine is Jupiter.

Jonathan Gold reviews Felix in Venice Sep 08, 2017

Jonathan Gold reviews the Italian food made by Chef Evan Funke at Felix in Venice Beach.

Jonathan Gold dines at Howlin' Rays in Chinatown Sep 01, 2017

Jonathan Gold weighs in on why this hot chicken joint is worth the wait.

Jonathan Gold dines at Dan Tana's Aug 25, 2017

Find out what Jonathan ordered then and and what's on his plate now at Dan Tana's.

Jonathan Gold dines at Bone Kettle in Pasadena Aug 18, 2017

This week, LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold dines at Bone Kettle in Pasadena. Find out which dishes Jonathan recommends and read his LA Times review.

Jonathan Gold dines at Hip Hot in Monterey Park Aug 11, 2017

Find out what kind of Sichuan seafood to order at Tiantian Qiu’s restaurant.

Jonathan Gold dines at Cosa Buona in Echo Park Aug 04, 2017

Find out which pie to order at Zach Pollack’s reinvented corner pizzeria.

Jonathan Gold dines at Rossoblu in the Fashion District Jul 28, 2017

Find out which Bolognese dishes to order at this new Italian restaurant.

Jonathan Gold dines at Michael's in Santa Monica Jul 21, 2017

This week, LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold revisits Michael’s in Santa Monica, a local favorite where al fresco dining is in season.

Jonathan Gold dines at Pizzana Jul 14, 2017

This week, Jonathan Gold braves the lines to try the neo-margherita pie at Pizzana in Brentwood.

Jonathan Gold dines at The Ponte Jul 07, 2017

In case you haven’t heard, Italian cuisine is back in the spotlight here in Los Angeles. This week, LA Times food writer Jonathan Gold sits down to one of the city’s most talked about plates of spaghetti at The Ponte.

Jonathan Gold dines at Side Chick Jun 16, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold wanders the Westfield Santa Anita Mall in Arcadia this week in search of the classic Hainan chicken rice.

Jonathan Gold dines at Chengdu Impression Jun 02, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold heads east to the San Gabriel Valley for more than just ma la at Chengdu Impression in Arcadia.

Jonathan Gold dines at AR Cucina May 26, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold swings by Akasha’s new rustic Italian concept AR Cucina in Culver City.

Jonathan Gold dines at Holbox May 12, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold seeks out Yucatecan seafood this week at Holbox in the Mercado La Paloma.

Jonathan Gold dines at Manuela May 05, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold enjoys his fill of Southern cooking at Manuela in Downtown LA’s Arts District.

Jonathan Gold dines at Irenia Apr 28, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold heads to Irenia in Santa Ana for the “Pinoy-California” cuisine of chef-owner Ryan Garlitos.

Jonathan Gold dines at Maestro Apr 21, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold sips mezcal between bites of ceviche and esquites at Maestro in Old Town Pasadena.

Jonathan Gold dines at Kismet Apr 14, 2017

The trendy Middle Eastern-inspired fare of chefs Sara Kramer and Sarah Hymanson finds its way onto LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold's plate this week at Kismet in Los Feliz.

Jonathan Gold dines at 71Above Apr 07, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold dines high in the sky this week at 71Above in Downtown.

Jonathan Gold dines at Kobee Factory and Syrian Kitchen Mar 31, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold heads to Van Nuys this week for a taste of Wafa Ghreir’s homestyle cooking at Kobee Factory and Syrian Kitchen.

Jonathan Gold dines at Gwen Mar 25, 2017

This week, LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold treats himself to Gwen in Hollywood.

Jonathan Gold dines at Nîroj Feb 18, 2017

This week, LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold schools us on the elements of Kurdish cuisine at Nîroj in Agoura Hills.

Jonathan Gold dines at Hatchet Hall Feb 11, 2017

This week, Jonathan Gold treats himself to chef Brian Dunsmoor’s fire-focused fare of hearty proteins and vegetable sides at Hatchet Hall in Culver City.

Jonathan Gold goes vegan at Erven Feb 04, 2017

Even the heartiest meat eaters won't be disappointed at Erven in Santa Monica, where food critic Jonathan Gold says, "Vegetables taste like themselves instead of analogues of things you aren't supposed to eat."

Jonathan Gold's Chinese New Year's food crawl Jan 28, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold celebrates the Year of the Rooster by touring the San Gabriel Valley in search of the proper Chinese New Year's feast.

Jonathan Gold says, 'Here's Looking at You' Jan 21, 2017

Our favorite food critic Jonathan Gold treats himself to trendy cocktails, Asian-inspired American eclectic fare and award-winning "bar pie" at Here's Looking at You in Koreatown.

Sun Nong Dan Jan 14, 2017

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold takes his cues from Momofuku Chef David Chang this week, and takes a trip to Sun Nong Dan in Koreatown.

Dining on the unknown at Destroyer Jan 07, 2017

This week, food critic Jonathan Gold seeks out Chef Jordan Kahn's highly stylized creations at Destroyer in Culver City, where things aren't always what they seem.

Best of 2016: Shibumi Dec 24, 2016

This week, Jonathan Gold returns to Shibumi for stuffed cucumbers, sea bream sashimi, fried monkfish, hot smoked salmon trout and yaki onigiri. Find out how LA's first-ever Japanese kappo-style restaurant made his LA Times list of 101 Best Restaurants of 2016.

Jonathan Gold's Top 10 dishes for 2016 Dec 17, 2016

As the year-end approaches, LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold presents his favorite dishes for 2016.

Martinis and Chicken Sidney Beckerman at Dan Tana's Dec 03, 2016

This week, our favorite food critic Jonathan Gold revisits Dan Tana's for the first time since high school, when a date at the iconic West Hollywood eatery went horribly wrong.

Hong Kong-style breakfast at Delicious Food Corner Nov 26, 2016

Where does Jonathan go to satisfy cravings for a Hong Kong-style breakfast? Delicious Food Corner in Monterey Park to dip Chinese crullers wrapped in rice noodles into steaming bowls of congee topped with minced pork and salted mustard greens.

Tempura Endo Nov 19, 2016

Tiny, delicately fried ears of corn, stuffed pea pods and Santa Barbara spot prawns make their way onto Jonathan Gold's plate at Tempura Endo in Beverly Hills this week. The LA Times food critic tells us what it's like to dine on high-end tempura, Kyoto-style.

Kettle Black Nov 12, 2016

Where can eastside hipsters go to satisfy their weeknight pasta cravings? LA Times food writer Jonathan Gold recommends Kettle Black in Silver Lake.

Jonathan Gold's 101 Best Restaurants Oct 28, 2016

For the past several months, our favorite food critic Jonathan Gold has been hard at work eating for his annual LA Times listicle of his favorite 101 restaurants in LA. Here's the skinny on what he finds new and exciting on this year's list.

Everson Royce Bar Oct 21, 2016

LA Times food critic Jonathan Gold says nothing goes better with the “extraordinarily good bourbon collection” at the Everson Royce Bar than Chef Matt Molina’s hot buttermilk biscuits.

Gus's Fried Chicken Oct 14, 2016

Jonathan Gold says, if it's Memphis-style hot birds you're craving, hit up Gus's Fried Chicken in Mid-City.

Winsome Sep 30, 2016

There's a new breakfast, lunch and dinner spot open in Echo Park. It's called Winsome.

Shibumi Sep 23, 2016

There's a new Japanese kappo-style restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles called Shibumi.

The Cannibal Sep 09, 2016

Remember The Cannibal? The restaurant that opened in July with a butcher shop attached to it?

Asian fried chicken crawl in LA Aug 26, 2016

Jonathan Gold has the scoop on where to find the best Asian fried chicken in Los Angeles.

LASA Aug 19, 2016

This week, our favorite food critic, Jonathan Gold,dines at LASA, the Filipino-American pop-up run by Chase and Chad Valencia that has a weekend residency in Chinatown’s Far East Plaza.

Salazar Aug 12, 2016

Norteño Mexican-style tacos can be hard to come by in Los Angeles. But that’s changing with Salazar, a new restaurant on the banks of the LA River.

Kali Aug 05, 2016

Kali, chef Kevin Meehan's modern California restaurant in Hollywood, is Jonathan Gold's go-to spot to eat this week.

Howlin' Rays Jul 29, 2016

At a strip mall in LA's Chinatown, Howlin' Rays is drawing crowds with boxes of bright paprika-colored, mouth-numbingly hot Nashville-style chicken. Jonathan Gold weighs in on why this hot chicken joint is worth the wait.

Bulgogi, Gangnam-style, at Gwang Yang Jul 22, 2016

Ask Koreans and Korean-Americans where to find the best bulgogi in town and they'll probably tell you, “My mom's version is the best.” At Gwang Yang, the recipe for preparing the marinade and the meat has been carefully guarded for three generations.

Paley Jul 15, 2016

The next time you’ve got business in Hollywood, do it over Martini mussels, gochujang beef tartare and popcorn ice cream at Paley.

Spring Jul 08, 2016

If you’re on the hunt for cuisine Provençal and a menu that epitomizes the essence of summer, motor over to Spring in downtown LA.

Ham Ji Park Jul 01, 2016

At Ham Ji Park in Koreatown, Jonathan Gold says the pork neck chowder, or gamjatang, and grilled pork spare ribs will cure all that ails you.

Button Mash Jun 24, 2016

Jonathan Gold scores tofu balls, tokens and craft beer at Button Mash.

Dongpo Jun 17, 2016

No stranger to Sichuan cuisine, Jonathan Gold adds another restaurant to the list: Meizhou Dongpo in the Westfield Santa Anita mall in Arcadia.

Hanjip Jun 10, 2016

"The idea is, as far as I can tell, blinged-out Korean BBQ." That's the word on the street from Jonathan Gold about Hanjip, the Culver City restaurant from chef Chris Oh and restaurant owner Stephane Bombet.

Japanese tonkatsu at Kagura Jun 03, 2016

I know we've been talking a lot about pork chops on the show lately, but here's another chop to try, this time of the Viennese-Japanese persuasion.

Salt's Cure May 27, 2016

Sure Sotto and Chi'Spacca have their own great pork chops, but Jonathan Gold and our very own Evan Kleiman agree it is Salt's Cure that has — hands down — the best in town.

Simbal May 20, 2016

This week, our favorite food critic is eating at Simbal, a Vietnamese izakaya in Little Tokyo.

CottonHi May 13, 2016

A new ice cream parlor in Koreatown has caught the attention of our favorite food critic. CottonHi specializes in soft serve topped with — wait for it — organic cotton candy.

Chungsil Hongsil Apr 29, 2016

What happy hour would be complete without noodles and dumplings to soak up the booze? Enter Chungsil Hongsil, a new restaurant in Koreatown.

Moruno Apr 22, 2016

This week Jonathan Gold does tapas at Moruno.

Officine Brera Apr 15, 2016

This week we visit Officine Brera in LA's Arts District. The restaurant is the brainchild of chef Angelo Auriana and restaurateur Matteo Ferdinandi and the menu is focused on the Northern Italian cuisine eaten in Brera, a district in Milan. Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Times, recommends the frisceu, the lardo al pepe, the pisarei e fasö, the bassa padana risotto, the cannelloni with braised beef shank and bechamel, and the semifreddo with honey and amarena cherries. For Evan, the risotto alla Milanese with bone marrow is "perfection," and that's not a word she uses lightly when it comes to Italian food.

Read Jonathan's LA Times review and get more of his weekly restaurant recommendations on the Good Food blog.

Officine Brera
1331 East 6th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90021

While you're on our blog, check out Evan's post on the Carbonara-gate scandal that broke out this week. You'll find instructions there for her version of how to make the Roman classic.

Miàn Apr 08, 2016

Jonathan Gold takes us to Miàn, a new Sichuan noodle house opened by Tony Xu in San Gabriel.

Dudley Market Apr 01, 2016

If seasonal seafood is your bag, might we suggest a visit to Dudley Market in Venice Beach?

Little Sister Downtown Mar 25, 2016

Let's get our Vietnamese food fix in. Jonathan Gold suggests Little Sister Downtown for the lemongrass chicken, the duck congee and the SGV bahn mi. Are we making you hungry yet?

Charcoal Venice Mar 18, 2016

Food critic Jonathan Gold discusses some of the dishes he likes at Charcoal Venice, a new restaurant from Josiah Citrin.

Otium, Where the High Meets the Low Mar 12, 2016

Jonathan Gold visits Tim Hollingsworth's new restaurant, Otium, in the Broad Museum complex in downtown Los Angeles.

Aburiya Raku Mar 05, 2016

Not to brag or anything, but LA's got some pretty good Japanese food too. Now you can add the best known izakaya in Las Vegas to the list. Mitsuo Endo's Aburiya Raku has put down roots in West Hollywood and Jonathan Gold says it's worth a visit.

The Bellwether Feb 27, 2016

The next time you've got the urge for a patty melt on rye with taleggio cheese and sweet caramelized onions, or some meatballs baked with tomato and ricotta that are served with great grilled bread, head to The Bellwether in Studio City.

Alma at The Standard Feb 20, 2016

It was one of the biggest restaurant stories of 2015 when Alma shuttered its doors in October. Luckily for all the fans of Alma's tasty seaweed-tofu beignets, Ari Taymor's restaurant has since popped back up at The Standard hotel on the Sunset Strip.

Grand Harbor Feb 13, 2016

Lunar New Year celebrations are in full swing in LA. If you're in the mood for a serious Hong Kong-style feast, Jonathan Gold recommends Grand Harbor in Temple City.

Nersses Vanak Feb 06, 2016

Jonathan Gold takes us to Nersses Vanak in Glendale for dizi, that Iranian lamb and chickpea stew flavored with turmeric and dried lime.

Leona Jan 30, 2016

Jonathan Gold takes us to Leona, a new restaurant in Venice devoted to California cuisine that's the brainchild of Top Chef alum Nyesha Arrington.

Huo Zhou Wang Jan 23, 2016

Jonathan visits Huo Zhou Wang, a congee specialist in the San Gabriel Valley.

Viviane Jan 16, 2016

Jonathan Gold visits Viviane at the Avalon Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Pok Pok LA Jan 09, 2016

Jonathan Gold visits Pok Pok LA, the latest addition to Chef Andy Ricker's Thai restaurant empire.

Trois Familia Jan 02, 2016

Imagine "a three star-level French chef taking a crack at the menu of Taco Bell," and that's what Jonathan Gold says you'll get at Trois Familia, the third and latest restaurant by Chef Ludo Lefebvre and partners Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo.

Jonathan Gold's Top Ten Dishes of 2015 Dec 25, 2015

WEB EXCLUSIVE: From foie gras and funnel cake to clam and lardo tacos, Jonathan Gold shares his favorite dishes of 2015.

Seafood Palace Dec 19, 2015

Jonathan Gold visits Seafood Palace, a Chiu Chow seafood specialist (formerly known as Seafood Village) with locations in

Mexicano Dec 12, 2015

Jonathan Gold visits Mexicano, the second restaurant by Jaime Martín del Campo and Ramiro Arvizu, the chef/owners of the popular La Casita Mexicana in Bell.

Baroo Dec 05, 2015

This week, Jonathan Gold visits Baroo, an ode-to-fermentation restaurant in Hollywood.

J. Zhou Oriental Cuisine Nov 28, 2015

Jonathan Gold visits J Zhou Oriental Cuisine, an ambitious Chinese restaurant located in The District, a sprawling open air mall in Tustin.

Anzutei Nov 21, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Azutei, a Nagoya style ramen shop in Downtown LA.

Maude Nov 14, 2015

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Jonathan Gold scores a seat at Maude, celebrity chef Curtis Stone's Beverly Hills restaurant with a nine-course tasting menu that stars a different ingredient each month.

Jonathan Gold's 101 Best Restaurants for 2015 Nov 07, 2015

Each year the LA Times' Jonathan Gold publishes his picks for the 101 Best Restaurants in Los Angeles.

Broken Spanish Oct 30, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Broken Spanish, Ray Garcia's modernist Mexican restaurant in Downtown LA.

Le Comptior Oct 23, 2015

This week he reviews Le Comptoir, an intimate ten-seat restaurant located in Koreatown that features a highly seasonal produce-inspired tasting menu that changes daily.

Colonia Publica Oct 16, 2015

Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer Jonathan Gold reviews Colonia Publica, a “gastro-cantina” in Whittier.

The Golden Owl Oct 09, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews The Golden Owl, a six-seat Burmese fusion restaurant in La Puente.

Taco María Oct 02, 2015

Last year, Jonathan Gold reviewed Taco María in Orange County. Since then there have been some exciting changes...

Jonathan Gold Goes Bananas for Cream Pie Sep 25, 2015

Jonathan returns to judge this year's Good Food Pie Contest. He extols the virtues of his favorite category: the cream pie.

Garlic & Chives by Kristin Sep 18, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Garlic & Chives by Kristin, a tasty addition to the Orange County food scene.

Shaved Ice, from Raspados to Patbingsu Sep 11, 2015

Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer Jonathan Gold offers suggestions for where to cool off with shaved ice.

Pho Fillet and Pho Fillet 2 Sep 04, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Pho Filet and Pho Filet 2, Vietnamese restaurants in the San Gabriel Valley.

Catch & Release Aug 28, 2015

Jonathan Gold discusses the seafood-driven menu at Catch & Release in Marina del Rey.

Sāmbār Aug 21, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Sāmbār, Akasha Richmond's Indian-inspired restaurant in Culver City.

Jonathan Gold Goes to Italy Aug 14, 2015

Jonathan discusses his recent trip to Italy.

Cassia Aug 07, 2015

Jonathan Gold visits Cassia in Santa Monica. The buzzy new opening is a partnership between chef Bryant Ng (formerly of Spice Table), Josh Loeb and Zoe Nathan.

Mapo Galbi Jul 31, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Mapo Galbi, a “dak galbi” specialist in Koreatown.

Belcampo Jul 24, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Belcampo, a Santa Monica. It is the Southern California flagship for Belcampo Meat Company, the first vertically integrated meat company to oversee their animals from the ranch to the table.

Burritos La Palma Jul 17, 2015

Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer Jonathan Gold reviews Burritos La Palma, a taqueria in El Monte.

Jon & Vinny's Jul 03, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Jon & Vinny's, a "boutique" pizzeria along the Fairfax corridor. It's the latest project from chefs Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo, the duo behind Animal, Son of a Gun, Trois Mec and Petit Trois.

Madcapra Jun 26, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Madcapra, a California-inspired falafel counter at the Grand Central Market.

BS Taqueria Jun 19, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews BS Taqueria, a modern taqueria in the former Mo-Chica space in Downtown LA.

Birch Jun 12, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Birch, a stripped-down small-plates restaurant in the Cahuenga corridor of Hollywood.

Next in Chicago Jun 05, 2015

Jonathan Gold leaves LA to visit Next, Grant Achatz and David Beran’s James Beard award winning restaurant in Chicago.

Tumanyan Khinkali Factory May 29, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Tumanyan Khinkali Factory, a Georgian soup dumpling specialist in Glendale.

Odys & Penelope May 22, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Odys + Penelope, a modern American churrasco and grill from Karen and Quinn Hatfield.

Jonathan Gold's Favorite Cocktails in Los Angeles May 15, 2015

Jonathan Gold shares some of his favorite LA cocktails.

Empress Pavilion May 01, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Empress Pavilion, a rekindled 600-seat dumpling house in Chinatown

Cadet Apr 24, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Cadet, Kris Tominaga's French-inspired restaurant in Santa Monica.

Redbird Apr 17, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Redbird, the much-anticipated restaurant from chef Neal Fraser at the Vibiana in Downtown LA.

Lincoln Apr 10, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Lincoln a new breakfast and lunch spot in Pasadena serving varieties of "things in a bowl."

Barrel & Ashes Apr 03, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Barrel & Ashes, a Texas-style barbecue restaurant in Studio City.

All'Acqua Mar 27, 2015

Jonathan Gold visits All'Acqua, chef Don Dickman's convivial Italian restaurant in Atwater Village.

Texas BBQ Mar 20, 2015

Good Food host Evan Kleiman sits down with Steve Chiotakis to talk about barbecue.

Adana Mar 13, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Adana, an under-the-radar Middle Eastern restaurant in Glendale.

Gjusta Mar 07, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Gjusta, the latest concept from the Gjelina restaurant group in Venice.

Terrine Feb 28, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Terrine, a California brasserie from chef Kris Morningstar. He says this is a restaurant where chefs like to eat.

Pok Pok Phat Thai Feb 21, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Pok Pok Phat Thai, the first LA outpost of chef Andy Ricker's growing Pok Pok empire.

Fang's Kitchen Feb 14, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Fang’s Kitchen, a new Sichuan restaurant in Monterey Park.

Is Chinatown LA's Next Big Food Destination? Feb 07, 2015

Jonathan Gold recently wrote an article for the LA Times, declaring Chinatown the hottest restaurant district in Los Angeles.

Jonathan Gold on Anonymity Jan 31, 2015

As he prepares for his big screen debut in City of Gold, Pulitzer Prize winning food writer Jonathan Gold discusses the pros and cons of anonymity. He wrote about the issue in a cover story for the Los Angeles Times.

Noma Japan Jan 24, 2015

Noma Japan is a five week pop up during which chef Rene Redzepi moved his entire restaurant - the decor, the chefs, the servers, even the dishwasher - to the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Tokyo.

Pistola Jan 17, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews Pistola, an Italian steakhouse from chef Vic Casanova.

Ledlow Jan 10, 2015

Jonathan Gold reviews the most recent opening from chef Josef Centeno, who now owns four restaurants near 4th and Main in Downtown LA.

Jonathan Gold's Favorite Dishes of 2014 Jan 03, 2015

Jonathan Gold selects his favorite dishes of 2014 -- from chicken neck tacos to blood soup.

Porridge and Puffs Dec 27, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Porridge and Puffs, a porridge pop-up inside Field Trip.

LA Chapter Dec 20, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews LA Chapter at the Ace Hotel in Downtown LA.

Great Cocktails and Solid Italian Fare at Scopa Italian Roots Dec 13, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Scopa Italian Roots, a fairly new addition to Venice that he describes as "part Italian restaurant and part cocktail lounge." He recommends the roasted romanesco, fried calamari, arancini and veal chop Milanese. The cocktail menu is also a must.

Scopa Italian Roots
2905 Washington Blvd
Venice, CA 90292
310-821-1100

Find all of Jonathan's restaurant recommendations on the Good Food restaurant map.

Kazu Nori Dec 06, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Kazu Nori, the latest outpost in the Nozawa empire.

Thanksgiving Leftovers Nov 29, 2014

Every week on Good Food Jonathan Gold gives us a restaurant suggestion, but for Thanksgiving we are going to tap into Jonathan the cook instead of Jonathan the critic.

Saint Martha Nov 22, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Saint Martha, a new (non-Korean) restaurant in Koreatown that's serving some quirky dishes.

Szechuan Impression Nov 14, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Szechuan Impression, a new Chinese “bistro” in the San Gabriel Valley.

The Gadarene Swine Nov 08, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews The Garadene Swine, a vegan restaurant in Studio City.

Commissary Oct 31, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Commissary, Roy Choi’s latest restaurant in the Line Hotel that highlights vegetables.

Petit Trois Oct 24, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Petit Trois, Chef Ludo’s new casual french bistro in Hollywood.

Sushi Tsujita Oct 17, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews the latest Tsujita outpost to hit Sawtelle serving sushi using century-old techniques.

Alimento Oct 10, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Alimento, a new Italian spot to hit Silver Lake.

Shi Hai Oct 03, 2014

Jonathan Gold ventures off to the San Gabriel Valley where there’s a new dim sum place that serves everything from the standard stuffed meat dumplings to desserts made of frogs’ fallopian tubes.

Jonathan Gold on World Pie Sep 26, 2014

Jonathan Gold weighs in on some of his favorite pies from all over the globe from hand pies from northern China to salteñas from Bolivia.

Jonathan Gold’s Favorite Oyster Bars in L.A. Sep 19, 2014

Jonathan Gold talks about his favorite oyster bars in LA.

Superba Food and Bread Sep 12, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Superba Food and Bread, a new spot in Venice that transforms from breakfast to lunch to dinner.

Armenian Sandwiches and Mint Ice Cream in NE Pasadena Sep 05, 2014

Jonathan Gold talks about a strip of restaurants and shops around Washington Square in Northeast Pasadena.

Attari Sandwich Shop Aug 22, 2014

Jonathan Gold talks about one of his favorite lunch spots, Attari Sandwich Shop, where you can find some delicious Persian sandwiches.

Aqui es Texcoco Aug 15, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Aqui es Texcoco in the City of Commerce. It’s the first LA branch of this popular Mexican restaurant that specializes in lamb barbacoa.

Wexler's Deli Aug 08, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Wexler’s Deli, one of the several new stands to hit Grand Central Market this year.

Ladies' Gunboat Society at Flores Aug 01, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Ladies’ Gunboat Society at Flores on Sawtelle.

smoke.oil.salt Jul 25, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews smoke.oil.salt, a new Spanish restaurant from Chef Perfecto Rocher on Melrose.

Pot Jul 18, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Pot, Roy Choi’s most recent restaurant that pays homage to the food he grew up with—traditional Korean hot pot.

Night + Market Song Jul 11, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Night + Market Song, the latest outpost from Kris Yenbamroong.

Union Jul 04, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Union, a farm to table spot in Old Town Pasadena from Chef Bruce Kalman.

Faith & Flower Jun 27, 2014

Jonathan Gold is the Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the Los Angeles Times. This week he reviews Faith & Flower, a new restaurant in downtown that specializes in cocktails inspired by 19th century mixology and has a great steak tartare to boot.

Awu Delicious Food Jun 20, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Awu Delicious Food, a new high-end Henan restaurant in the San Gabriel Valley where they’re serving koi jello, “a chilled concoction of jellied pigskin molded into the shape of a swimming fish.”

Hai Di Lao Jun 13, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Hai Di Lao, the first US outpost of a China-based hot-pot chain in the San Gabriel Valley

République Jun 06, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews République, chef Walter Manzke's bistro in the former Campanile space

Taco Maria May 23, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Taco María in Orange County, run by Carlos Salgado.

Jonathan Gold's 101 May 16, 2014

KCRW’s Good Food host Evan Kleiman talks with Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer, the late and great Jonathan Gold of The Los Angeles Times about places you may not have tried yet, but ought to.

Red Medicine May 09, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Red Medicine, a restaurant perhaps best known for outing the identity of LA Times food critic S. Irene Virbila.

The Derby May 02, 2014

Jonathan Gold revisits a restaurant he originally reviewed 20 years ago. The Derby, which opened in 1922 in Arcadia, intended to cater to jockeys and horse racing fans.

Q Apr 25, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Q, a new sushi restaurant in downtown where chef Hiroyuki Naruke emphasizes the flavor of the fish unlike other sushi restaurants in Los Angeles.

Brodard Chateau Apr 18, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Brodard Chateau, a restaurant in Garden Grove specializing in central Vietnamese cuisine

Scratch Bar Apr 11, 2014

Jonathan Gold calls Scratch Bar a "hyper-modern gastropub" in Beverly Hills that's serving up dishes with quirky presentation.

Orsa and Winston Apr 04, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews chef Josef Centeno's latest culinary endeavor, located in downtown Los Angeles.

Church and State Mar 28, 2014

Jonathan Gold calls Church & State, a restaurant in Arts District of downtown, "the closest thing to a first-rate French bistro that Los Angeles has seen in years."

Rum and Ribs in Venice Beach Mar 28, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Sunny Spot, Roy Choi's Caribbean-influenced joint in Venice Beach. If you aren't hungry, the rum-based cocktails are worth going for alone.

The Best Thai Restaurant in the US Mar 21, 2014

Jonathan Gold talks about Lotus of Siam, a Thai restaurant in Las Vegas, that he claims is the best in the country.

Carnevino Mar 14, 2014

Jonathan Gold Evan Kleiman visit a steakhouse in Las Vegas. Nowadays there are many to choose from. But Jonathan Gold focused on Carnevino...

Guerrilla Tacos Mar 08, 2014

Chef Wes Avila has a taco truck that frequents the Arts District in downtown Los Angeles.

Rustic Canyon Mar 01, 2014

Jonathan Gold reassesses Rustic Canyon, a wine bar in Santa Monica, now that Jeremy Fox is the chef.

b.o.s. Feb 22, 2014

Little Tokyo is home to what Jonathan says "may be the first dedicated offal restaurant in Los Angeles."

Acabar Feb 15, 2014

Acabar is a newly opened "grand neo-Moroccan lounge-restaurant" in Hollywood that elevates the can of sardines.

Little Sister Feb 01, 2014

Jonathan Gold reviews Little Sister, a new Pan-Asian small plates restaurant in Manhattan Beach from the team behind Abigaile in Hermosa Beach.

Din Tai Fung Jan 25, 2014

Jonathan Gold talks about the new outpost of Din Tai Fung at the Americana at Brand in Glendale.

Omakase Is the Rule at Sushi Zo Jan 11, 2014

At the new branch of Sushi Zo in Downtown LA, the $150 omakase, or chef's tasting menu, is the only option.

Jonathan Gold's Favorite Breakfast Spots Jan 04, 2014

Jonathan Gold discusses his favorite breakfast haunts in LA.

Pig Ear Cheetos and Appletini Otter Pops at The Church Key Dec 21, 2013

Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer Jonathan Gold reviews The Church Key, a new restaurant in West Hollywood with executive chef Steven Fretz.

Colonia Taco Lounge Dec 14, 2013

Jonathan Gold is the Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Times. This week he reviews Colonia Taco Lounge in La Puente.

Jonathan Gold Reviews Mari Vanna Dec 07, 2013

Jonathan Gold talks about one of the more unusual restaurants to open this year, a Russian restaurant on Melrose Place.

Where to Get Your Fill of Deep Fried Food This Hanukkah Nov 30, 2013

The best places to get fried foods during the Hanukkah holiday....

Thanksgivukkah Nov 23, 2013

For the first time since the 1880's, Thanksgiving and Hanukkah will collide on November 28. Many people are coming up with ways to meld the holidays' food and traditions.

Foraged Inspiration at Girasol in Studio City Nov 16, 2013

Jonathan Gold reviews Girasol, the new restaurant from "Top Chef" alum, CJ Jacobson.

Terroni: Great Pizza, Just Don't Expect Them to Cut It for You Nov 09, 2013

Jonathan Gold reviews the new outpost of Terroni in Downtown LA.

Is the Food in LA's Koreatown Better than the Food in Korea? Nov 01, 2013

Jonathan Gold weighs in on whether or not the food in LA's Koreatown lives up to the food in Korea.

Fishing with Dynamite Delivers Great Fish, No Dynamite Oct 25, 2013

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Times, reviews Fishing with Dynamite, a shoe box-sized seafood restaurant from chef David LeFevre.

It's a Handmade Pasta Experience at Bucato Oct 18, 2013

Jonathan Gold visits Bucato where he is impressed by Chef Evan Funke’s handmade pasta.

Hong Kong Style Breakfast in Los Angeles Oct 11, 2013

Jonathan Gold recommends the Hong Kong style breakfast at Delicious Food Corner in Monterey Park.

Shrimp and Grits Hit Venice Oct 04, 2013

Jonathan Gold reviews Govind Armstrong’s new restaurant Willie Jane in Venice.

Slurping Dumplings through a Boba Straw Sep 27, 2013

Jonathan Gold visits Wang Xing Ji in San Gabriel. What separates this dumpling house from others is that it is Wuxi food, from a city on the outskirts of Shanghai.

Cerebral Cooking at Allumette in Echo Park Sep 13, 2013

Jonathan Gold reviews Allumette, the Echo Park restaurant from chef Miles Thompson.

Clam Chowder Three Ways at Connie & Ted's Sep 06, 2013

Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer Jonathan Gold reviews Michael Cimarusti's new restaurant, Connie & Ted's.

Genius at Alma in Downtown LA Aug 30, 2013

Alma, the 39-seat restaurant in Downtown LA, was recently voted the best new restaurant in America by Bon Appetit magazine.

What Jonathan Gold Wants in a Pie Aug 23, 2013

Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer Jonathan Gold, who will be a judge at the 5th Annual Good Food Pie Contest, reveals what he looks for in a pie.

When You Visit San Diego, Eat in Chula Vista Aug 16, 2013

While on a family trip to San Diego, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer Jonathan Gold was mesmerized by the lamb barbacoa in nearby Chula Vista.

Chengdu Taste Delivers Sichuan Peppercorns by the Boatload Aug 09, 2013

Jonathan Gold reviews Chengdu Taste, a new restaurant in Alhambra specializing in the cooking of Chengdu, a region defined by its unrestrained use of Sichuan peppercorns.

Paiche - A Giant Amazonian Fish and a New Restaurant Aug 02, 2013

Jonathan Gold is the Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Times reviews Paiche, the new Marina del Rey outpost of Chef Ricardo Zarate.

Chef Walter Manzke Does Tacos at Petty Cash Jul 26, 2013

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Times, visits Petty Cash, a new restaurant headlined by Chef Walter Manzke.

A Barnyard You Wouldn’t Mind Eating In Jul 19, 2013

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Times, reviews Barnyard, a relative newcomer in Venice, helmed by chef Jesse Barber.

Judging Greatness with Sweet and Sour Pork Jul 12, 2013

Pulitzer Prize-winning LA Times writer Jonathan Gold recently took three Michelin-starred chefs from Hong Kong out to eat in the San Gabriel Valley.

A Hot Dog for Everyone at The Slaw Dogs Jul 05, 2013

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Times, reviews The Slaw Dogs in Pasadena.

Trois Mec: More than Just Three Guys in a Pizza Place Jun 28, 2013

Jonathan Gold discusses the much anticipated brick and mortar from Ludo LeFebvre and partners Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo.

Where to Find a Taste of Baja in Los Angeles Jun 21, 2013

Jonathan Gold offers a run down of where to get Baja-style eats in Los Angeles.

Smoke and Brisket Infuse West Hollywood Jun 14, 2013

Jonathan Gold goes gaga for the brisket at Bludso's Bar & Cue, the new West Hollywood outpost of the beloved BBQ joint from Compton.

Chego: It's More than Just a Rice Bowl Jun 07, 2013

A New Look for an Old Favorite May 31, 2013

Jonathan Gold visits the new location of Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne's beloved restaurant, AOC.

Jonathan Gold's 101 Best Restaurants May 24, 2013

This week the Los Angeles Times published the first annual "Jonathan Gold's 101 Best Restaurants" guide.

Eggplant Parmesan Grows Up at RivaBella May 17, 2013

Jonathan Gold describes the menu at chef Gino Angellini's RivaBella as a collection of the greatest hits from Italy...

Corazon y Miel Serves Chicken Hearts and Strong Drinks in Bell May 10, 2013

Jonathan Gold visits Corazón y Miel, a new restaurant from young chef Eduardo Ruiz.

Sinaloan Food Meets Sushi at Sushinaloa May 03, 2013

Jonathan Gold discovers a unique mash up of Sinaloan food and sushi at Sushinaloa in Lynwood.

Jonathan Gold Gains a New Appreciation of Raw and Vegan Food Apr 26, 2013

Jonathan Gold didn't take raw food seriously at first, but after visiting Matthew Kenney's M.A.K.E. a few times he gains an appreciation for the chef's raw, vegan fare.

The House that Meat Built Apr 19, 2013

Jonathan Gold visits chi SPACCA, the latest restaurant from Mozza's ever-expanding restaurant empire.

The Kale Trend Lives On at Muddy Leek Apr 12, 2013

Will kale salad ever go out of fashion? Jonathan Gold visits the Muddy Leek where he finds simple food on a farmers' market inspired menu.

Attari Sandwich Shop: The Best Lunch in Tehrangeles Apr 05, 2013

Jonathan Gold reviews one of his favorite LA lunch spots, Attari Sandwich Shop.

Tamarind of London Arrives in Newport Beach Mar 29, 2013

Jonathan Gold reviews Tamarind of London, an upscale Indian restaurant in Newport Beach.

Little Forks and Little Plates Mar 22, 2013

Jonathan Gold visits a new restaurant in Hollywood helmed by chef Jason Travi.

Chiles, Chiles and Chiles in Rosemead Mar 15, 2013

Jonathan Gold revels in the chile-laden cuisine at Hunan Mao, the newest Hunanese restaurant in Rosemead.

Lobster Rolls and Singapore Crab at Hinoki & The Bird Mar 09, 2013

Jonathan Gold reviews the newest restaurant from celebrated chef David Myers.

Le Ka: Part Restaurant, Part Nightclub Mar 02, 2013

Jonathan Gold is pleasantly surprised by Chef Remi Lauvand's French fare at Le Ka, a glitzy new restaurant in downtown Los Angeles.

The Apotheosis of Toast and Jam Feb 23, 2013

This week Jonathan Gold reviews Sqirl Cafe, a small storefront in a neighborhood the locals have dubbed Virgil Village.

Rustic Italian Finds a Home in Venice Feb 16, 2013

Jonathan Gold returns to rapidly growing Rose Avenue restaurant row in Venice to visit Hostaria del Piccolo, the latest restaurant from the owners of Piccolo

Spago 4.0 Feb 09, 2013

Spago, perhaps the most famous restaurant in Los Angeles, closed last summer for a renovation. Jonathan Gold reviews the new design and new menu.

A True Italian Restaurant in Downtown LA Jan 26, 2013

Chef Ori Menashe worked under chef Gino Angelini for years before opening his own restaurant, Bestia, late last year.

Puffy Taco and Queso Jan 19, 2013

Jonathan Gold reviews Bar Ama, the new Tex-Mex concept from Chef Josef Centeno of Baco Mercat fame.

Tasty Dining - Where Bullfrog is the House Specialty Jan 12, 2013

Jonathan takes us to a San Gabriel restaurant with an unusual name. Tasty Dining specializes in the food of Wuhan, a Chinese city that is roughly the size of Los Angeles located on the Yangtze River between Shanghai and Chongqin. Specialties of the house include bullfrog dry pot, re gan mian, (or hot, dry noodles in sesame sauce), shiu mai with mushrooms and sticky rice and the chewy pumpkin pancake.

Genius at Alma in Downtown LA Jan 05, 2013

Jonathan Gold says his review of Alma is his first "hat's off" review since he returned to the Los Angeles Times.

The Next Step in the Evolution of the Sushi Bar Dec 29, 2012

Jonathan Gold reviews Shunji, a new sushi bar in West LA housed in humble digs (the facade looks like a giant chile bowl).

A Delicatessen in East Hollywood Dec 22, 2012

Chefs Zak Walter and Chris Phelps of Salt's Cure recently opened Storefront, a delicatessen in East Hollywood where everything is made in-house.

Tender Southern Biscuits at The Hart and the Hunter Dec 15, 2012

Jonathan Gold reviews The Hart and the Hunter, a new restaurant located in the Pali Hotel in West Hollywood from chefs Brian Dunsmoor and Kris Tominaga.

Updated Irish Pub Fare at Tom Bergin’s Tavern Dec 08, 2012

Jonathan Gold reviews Tom Bergin’s, one of LA’s oldest restaurants.

Getting Hammered at Laurel Hardware Dec 01, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Laurel Hardware where the impressive bar program is the main draw.

A Beautiful Menu and the Best Fried Rice Nov 24, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Shanghai No. 1 Seafood Village, which he calls the most interesting restaurant to open in the San Gabriel Valley in years.

Shaking It Up in Koreatown Nov 17, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Kang Hodong Baekjeong in Chapman Plaza, which he describes as the epicenter of Korean Nightlife in Los Angeles. (Repeat)

Seven Courses of Beef in Rosemead Nov 10, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Thien An, a restaurant in Rosemead that focuses on Southern Vietnamese cooking.

Starry Kitchen 3.0 Nov 02, 2012

Jonathan Gold reviews the new manifestation of Starry Kitchen, an unusual restaurant that has garnered a cult following.

Venice Gets a Snack Bar Oct 26, 2012

At the Superba Snack Bar, on Rose Avenue in Venice, there are no parking spaces for cars, but ample parking for bikes.

A Fashionable New Dumpling Craze Oct 19, 2012

Jonathan Gold proclaims there is a new dumpling fad in town at Emperor Noodle in the San Gabriel Valley.

Two Reasons to Visit a Food Court Oct 12, 2012

Jonathan Gold reviews two Japanese restaurants, one situated in Mitsuwa food court in Mar Vista, the other in Marukai food court in Gardena.

Celestino Drago Does It Again Oct 05, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Osteria Drago located on the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood.

A New Hot Pot Restaurant in the SGV Sep 28, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Little Sheep, a new hot pot restaurant in the San Gabriel Valley.

Pig Out at the Parish Sep 21, 2012

Jonathan Gold is pleased by the onslaught of pork at The Parish, a new gastropub in downtown LA from Chef Casey Lane.

The Platonic Ideal of a Potato Chip Sep 07, 2012

Jonathan Gold reviews Sycamore Kitchen, the new casual breakfast and lunch concept from Quinn and Karen Hatfield in mid-city.

Dim Sum and Chicken Knees Aug 31, 2012

The 'Brooklynization' of Echo Park Aug 24, 2012

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Jonathan Gold visits Red Hill, what he describes as the latest step in the "Brooklynization" of Echo Park.

Beer and Bacon Caramel Corn Aug 17, 2012

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Jonathan Gold visits the latest venture from beloved LA chef Josie Le Balch. It's called Next Door by Josie.

Alpaca Burgers and Quail Eggs Aug 10, 2012

This week Jonathan Gold visits the new incarnation of Mo Chica, a Peruvian small plates restaurant in Downtown LA. Formerly the restaurant was housed in a casual food court near USC, but it closed that operation and opened a much more glamorous storefront on 7th Street near Grand Avenue. Jonathan recommends the papa a la huancaina, aji de gallina, cau cau, alpaca stew and the paiche.

Welsh Rarebit on Sunset Blvd Aug 03, 2012

Jonathan Gold reviews The Pikey on Sunset Boulevard. He says of all the gastro-pubs to open this year, this one feels the most British.

Jonathan’s New Favorite Soup Dumpling Jul 27, 2012

Jonathan Gold finds his new favorite soup dumpling in Los Angeles at Hui Tou Xiang Noodle House in the San Gabriel Valley. His favorite are the soup dumplings filled with pork and crab but he also likes the pork pot stickers and the leek pancake.

Where Jonathan Gold Goes Out for Breakfast Jul 20, 2012

A Taste of Provence in the Palisades Jul 13, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Maison Giraud, chef Alain Giraud's latest venture in the Pacific Palisades.

Where Mr. Gold Goes for a Slice of Pie Jul 06, 2012

Jonathan Gold, who once wooed his wife with his mother's peach pie, offers several pie spots in Los Angeles.

When You're at the Ball Game and You Crave a Taco.... Jun 29, 2012

This week Jonathan Gold visits Mexicali Taco & Co., a spot near Dodger Stadium that focuses on Mexicali-style tacos and vampiros.

The Flower of the Yucatan Jun 22, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits La Flor de Yucatán near USC's campus.

Basque Inspiration Comes to Old Town Pasadena Jun 15, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits the newly opened Ración, a Basque-inspired restaurant in Pasadena.

Has Bacon Jumped the Shark? Jun 01, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Black Hogg, a Silver Lake restaurant whose name refers a type of sheep, but serves plenty of pork on the menu.

Still the Hottest Restaurant in Town May 25, 2012

Jonathan Gold revisits an old favorite. Jitlada has long been a place to go for good Thai food...

Mexican Beer As It Should Be May 18, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Bizarra Capital in Whittier. The restaurant is owned by the Díaz family, which owns Guisados and Cook's Torta.

Bacon Crackerjacks May 11, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Tar & Roses, the brainchild of Chef Andrew Kirschner, and whose menu is centered around a wood oven and farmers' market vegetables.

Mexican Food in LA, Then and Now May 04, 2012

Jonathan Gold traces the change in the culinary landscape of Mexican food in Los Angeles, from when he first began reviewing restaurants in 1984.

A Food Court that Resembles Los Angeles Apr 27, 2012

Unlike other food courts in LA, the restaurants in the Westfield Culver City Mall actually resemble the food landscape of the city. (Originally aired as a web exclusive.)

Brussels Sprouts Worth Driving For Apr 13, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Freddy Smalls, one of the many gastro-pubs featuring craft cocktails and bar bites to open this year.

Mole Heaven Apr 06, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Rocio's Mole De Los Dioses in Sun Valley, home to over 10 types of mole.

The 'Chipotle-ization' of Pizza Mar 30, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits 800 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria, the latest venture from Adam Fleischman of Umami Burger fame.

Bread and Butter Worth Paying For Mar 23, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Cooks County, home of more than cast iron bread and butter and oat biscuits...

Tubbed and Scrubbed at Lawry's Mar 16, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits an old favorite and LA institution, Lawry's The Prime Rib.

Foie Gras and Jelly Doughnuts Mar 10, 2012

Jonathan Gold reviews UMAMIcatessen, a collaborative restaurant featuring food by Adam Fleischman, Chris Cosentino and Micah Wexler, as well as cocktails by Adrian Biggs.

Thai Breakfast at Sunset Siam Mar 03, 2012

Jonathan Gold reviews Siam Sunset, a Thair breakfast restaurant located inside a motel in Thai Town!

Date Night in Koreatown Feb 18, 2012

The Largest Garlic Knot in Los Angeles Feb 03, 2012

WEB EXCLUSIVE: Jonathan Gold visits Milo + Olive, the latest restaurant from Zoe Nathan and Josh Loeb who own Huckleberry, Rustic Canyon and Sweet Rose Creamery.

A Gang Devoted to Crispy Pork Jan 21, 2012

Jonathan Gold visits Crispy Pork Gang, an oddly named restaurant in Thai Town. He says they serve an "unusually good" crispy pork.

Introducing 'The Raft' Jan 14, 2012

Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer Jonathan Gold introduces us to Short Order, a new burger joint located in the Original Farmers Market at 3rd and Fairfax.

A Tiny Restaurant Pops Up in Downtown LA Jan 07, 2012

Jonathan Gold reviews Le Comptoir, chef Gary Menes' pop up restaurant in Fred Eric's Tiara Cafe in Downtown LA.

Pescado Zarandeado Dec 24, 2011

Jonathan recommends the Pescado Zarandeado, which is sold by the kilo. He also enjoys the ceviche and the cooked shrimp dishes on the menu.

The Baco Finds a Home at Baco Mercat Dec 17, 2011

Chef Joseph Centeno, the executive chef at the Lazy Ox Canteen in downtown LA, recently opened Bäco Mercat...

An Unlikely Ice Cream Sandwich Dec 10, 2011

Jonathan Gold visits Night + Market, a restaurant featuring Thai street food....

Lucky Charms Pancakes Dec 03, 2011

Jonathan Gold visits Beer Belly in Koreatown, which, despite its location, serves more pub grub than Korean food...

Robata Jinya Nov 19, 2011

Jonathan Gold reviews Robata Jinya, on 3rd Street and Crescent Heights in Los Angeles, which serves a very specific style of Japanese food, prepared on a charcoal grill.

The Latest Hot Spot for Ramen Nov 12, 2011

Chinese Pies Nov 04, 2011

Jonathan Gold visits Beijing Pie House in Monterey Park...

Beyond Kogi: Revisiting Chego Oct 28, 2011

Jonathan Gold discusses Chego, the first brick-and-mortar establishment by Kogi's Roy Choi.

LA's Spiciest Taco Oct 21, 2011

Jonathan Gold visits Guisados in Boyle Heights...

Jonathan Scores a Highly Sought Reservation Oct 14, 2011

Jonathan Gold lands a coveted reservation at Michael Voltaggio's Ink. He compares the anticipation and buzz around Ink to when Spago first opened in the 1980's...

When Pigs Fly Oct 07, 2011

Jonathan Gold visits the Flying Pig Cafe in Little Tokyo, the new brick-and-mortar establishment that extends the menu from the Flying Pig Truck but still features...

Jonathan Gold Can't Get Enough of Koreatown Sep 30, 2011

Jonathan Gold visits Soban in Koreatown. He had been going there for years before he noticed the ganjang gaejang, a dish of raw marinated crab, on the menu...

Jonathan's Favorite Sandwich Shop Sep 23, 2011

Jonathan Gold visits Ink Sack in West Hollywood, which he says is the best sandwich shop to open in the LA area in a long time...

Jonathan Gold Goes Back in Time Sep 16, 2011

Jonathan Gold revisits Chef John Sedlar's first restaurant, Saint Estèphe.

Jonathan Gold's Favorite Pancakes Sep 09, 2011

Jonathan Gold discusses the recent pancake breakfast organized by the LA Weekly. Jonathan's favorite pancakes suggestions are...

Jonathan Gold on Wolfgang Puck Sep 02, 2011

Jonathan Gold discusses Wolfgang Puck's high-end Chinese restaurant, WP24. Jonathan declares that you can't get a bad dish at this restaurant...

Pork Belly as Health Food Aug 26, 2011

Korean Blood Sausage Jul 29, 2011

Jonathan Gold is Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly. This week he reviews Eighth Street Soondae, which serves Korean blood sausage.

Papaya King Jul 15, 2011

Pulitzer Prize-winning food critic Jonathan Gold reviews Papaya King, the New York hot dog stand that just opened in Hollywood...

Spam Stew Jul 08, 2011

Pulitzer Prize-winning food critic and LA Weekly columnist Jonathan Gold savors Korean budae jjigae at Chunju Han-il Kwan in Koreatown...

Road Trip to Bakersfield Jul 01, 2011

This week, Jonathan Gold takes us on a road trip to Bakersfield. He likes to eat family style at the Noriega Hotel, sip Picon Punch at the Pyrenees, have ice cream at Dewar's, and Italian-American fare at Luigi's.

The Drowned Sandwich Jun 24, 2011

On a recent trip to Guadalajara, Mexico, Jonathan Gold discovered the torta ahogada, or drowned sandwich....

Central Vietnamese Noodles Jun 17, 2011

Jonathan Gold takes us to Nha Trang in San Gabriel, which specializes in Central Vietnamese noodles...

Mezze Jun 10, 2011

Jonathan Gold reviews Mezze, a contemporary Middle Eastern restaurant, in West Hollywood.

Steingarten Jun 03, 2011

Jonathan Gold reviews Steingarten in West LA, the latest "gastro-pub" to open in Los Angeles...

Smoke City May 27, 2011

This week's restaurant recommendation from the LA Weekly's Jonathan Gold is Smoke City Market, serving Texas barbecue in Sherman Oaks...

Mo-Chica May 20, 2011

Jonathan Gold recommends Mo-Chica, a Peruvian restaurant in Mercado La Paloma, the Mexican-style marketplace south of downtown LA...

Sotto May 13, 2011

Jonathan Gold reviews Sotto, the new restaurant in the former Test Kitchen space.

Noodle Guy May 06, 2011

Jonathan Gold reviews Noodle Guy, a Vietnamese noodle restaurant in Alhambra.

Ray's at LACMA Apr 29, 2011

Jonathan Gold reviews Ray's, the new restaurant at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The bar (Stark Bar) and restaurant are named after donor Ray Stark...

The Spice Table Apr 15, 2011

Jonathan Gold reviews The Spice Table, the new Singaporean restaurant from Bryan Ng, a former chef at Mozza.

Son of a Gun Apr 08, 2011

Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer Jonathan Gold recommends Son of a Gun, the new, all-seafood restaurant from Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo, the guys behind Animal.

Beijing Duck Apr 01, 2011

Jonathan Gold reviews Beijing Duck House in San Gabriel. It's the one of the only restaurants in the Southland serving duck cooked in the authentic Beijing style.

Playa Mar 25, 2011

Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Jonathan Gold reviews Playa, the new restaurant from John Sedlar of Rivera fame...

Noodles in San Gabriel Mar 18, 2011

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly, reviews Lucky Noodle King in San Gabriel.

Duck in Koreatown Mar 05, 2011

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly, reviews Sun Ha Jang, a restaurant in Koreatown, which is known for its duck...

Sang Yoon's Lukshon Feb 26, 2011

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly, reviews Lukshon, the new restaurant from Sang Yoon of Father's Office fame.

Sinaloan Cuisine Feb 19, 2011

Jonathan Gold is the Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly. This week, he is taking us to the South Gate-area for Sinaloan cuisine. Sinaloa is a Mexican state on the Pacific Coast.

Olympic Restaurant Feb 12, 2011

Bamboodles Jan 22, 2011

Jonathan Gold is the Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly. This week, he takes us to San Gabriel for Chinese noodles at Bamboodles...

Daisy Mint Jan 15, 2011

Jonathan Gold is the Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly. This week he reviews Daisy Mint, a pan-Asian restaurant in Pasadena.

Border Grill Downtown Jan 08, 2011

Jonathan Gold reviews Border Grill, which just opened a new branch in the old Ciudad space in Downtown LA. Jonathan likes their cochinita pibil, the chile rellenos, carnitas and the goat milk cajeta flan.

La Cevicheria Jan 01, 2011

Jonathan Gold heads to the Byzantine-Latino District for La Cevichería.

Korean Porridge Dec 25, 2010

If you're nursing a hangover, the L.A. Weekly's Jonathan Gold recommends heading to Koreatown for porridge.

Huge Tree Bakery Dec 18, 2010

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly, reviews Huge Tree Bakery in Monterey Park.

Wolfgang Puck's WP24 Dec 11, 2010

Jonathan Gold takes us to WP 24, Wolfgang Puck's new restaurant at the top of the Ritz Carlton in Downtown Los Angeles.

Korean Clams Dec 04, 2010

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize winning food writer for the LA Weekly, takes us to Jae Bu Do, a clam restaurant in Koreatown...

Earlez Grille Nov 27, 2010

LA Weekly columnist and Pulitzer Prize-winning food critic Jonathan Gold samples the best hot dogs in South Los Angeles at Earlez Grill...

A-Frame Nov 20, 2010

Jonathan Gold is the Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly. This week he heads to A-Frame, Roy Choi's new restaurant in Culver City. Jonathan likes the kettle corn, crab cakes, beer can chicken, peel and eat shrimp and the lamb chops.

Omar's Halal Nov 13, 2010

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly, joins us on Good Food every week with a restaurant suggestion. This week he's taking us to Omar's Restaurant in San Gabriel, a Uighur halal restaurant.

Chicken Dakgalbi Nov 05, 2010

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly, reviews Choonchun Dakgalbi in Koreatown.

Daglas Drive-in Oct 29, 2010

This week Jonathan Gold reviews Daglas Burger in Canoga Park. With your burger, you get a mountain of French fries, served with tzatziki sauce.

Tinga on La Brea Oct 22, 2010

Jonathan Gold reviews Tinga, a high-end taqueria on La Brea, South of Beverly...

Shanghai Noodles Oct 15, 2010

Jonathan Gold reviews Shanghai Bamboo House in Monrovia...

The Yard Oct 08, 2010

Jonathan reviews The Yard, a gastro-pub in Santa Monica.

Lobster with Jonathan Gold Oct 01, 2010

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA weekly, reviews Newport Seafood in San Gabriel.

Mozzarella Bar via Roma Sep 24, 2010

Jonathan reviews Obika, a mozzarella bar in the Westfield Century City Shopping Center.

Baek Hwa Jung Sep 17, 2010

Jonathan reviews Baek Hwa Jung, a Koreatown restaurant serving bossam, a pork belly dish served with shucked oysters, and turnip kimchee.

Test Kitchen Sep 10, 2010

Jonathan Gold tries out Test Kitchen, an experimental new restaurant on Pico Boulevard in West LA.

Texas-style BBQ in LA Sep 03, 2010

Jonathan Gold tells us about a Texas-style barbecue joint in Compton called Bludso's. He also likes Big Mista's, which sells at the Atwater Village Farmer's Market.

Armenia via Beirut Aug 27, 2010

Jonathan visits Mantee Cafe in Studio City for a taste of Armenia (via Lebanon).

Eva on Beverly Boulevard Aug 20, 2010

Jonathan Gold reviews Eva on Beverly Boulevard, where chef Mark Gold (no relation) serves up family style dinners with seasonal ingredients.

Cold Korean Noodles Aug 13, 2010

Jonathan reviews Yu Chun, a restaurant selling naengmyon, or cold Korean noodles...

Jinya Ramen Aug 06, 2010

Jonathan Gold reviews Jinya Ramen in Studio City. He likes the gyoza, the tonkatsu ramen and the house ramen.

Waterloo and City Jul 30, 2010

Jonathan Gold visits Waterloo & City on Washington Boulevard in Culver City....

The Lazy Ox Jul 09, 2010

Jonathan Gold reviews The Lazy Ox Canteen in Little Tokyo....

Pie Love Jul 02, 2010

Jonathan Gold once wooed his wife with his mother's peach pie...

Halal Thai Food Jun 25, 2010

Jonathan Gold reviews Barnrau, a halal Thai food restaurant in North Hollywood. Gold liked the Pad Ke Mao, coconut chicken soup, Buffalo wings and beef panang.

Rick Bayless' Red O Jun 18, 2010

Jonathan Gold visits Red O, the new high-end Mexican restaurant from celebrity chef Rick Bayless...

A Hot Dog for Everyone at The Slaw Dogs Jun 11, 2010

Jonathan Gold, Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly, reviews The Slaw Dogs in Pasadena.

Beyond Kogi: Roy Choi's Chego Jun 04, 2010

Jonathan Gold reviews Chego, the brick-and-mortar restaurant from food truck maestro Roy Choi, of Kogi fame....

Gourmet Island May 28, 2010

Jonathan Gold heads to Alhambra this week for some Chiu Chow cooking.

Mac and Cheese in Downtown May 21, 2010

This week, Jonathan Gold visits Mac and Cheeza in Downtown L.A. All of Jonathan's restaurant suggestions are on the Good Food Restaurant Map" he visits Mac and Cheeza in Downtown L.A. Jonathan Gold is the Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly. All of Jonathan's restaurant suggestions are on the Good Food Restaurant Map.

Boat Noodles in Thai Town May 14, 2010

Jonathan Gold is the Pulitzer Prize-winning food writer for the LA Weekly. He recently won a James Beard award for his writing.

This week he reviews Pa-Ord Noodle in Thai Town. They specialize in spicy boat noodles.

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