Budget
Diddy Rease
Legendary among denizens of los angeles as one of, if not the best deserts you will find anywhere. just $0.30 per cookie, or $1.50 for an ice cream sandwich. expect to wait in long lines during peak hours, but their cookies are not to be missed. be warned that you should eat quickly, as the cookies will not taste as good overnight, or even a few hours after purchase.
In 'n Out
California's signature burger chain, with burgers cooked up fresh to order and fries that can't be beat by any of the more well-known joints. if eating in, expect minor delays during peak hours because the staff tends to favor the drive-through.
Rose Ice Cream
Persian-style ice cream similar in consistency and flavour to Italian gelato in unusual flavours, such as date, rosewater, redcurrant, pistachio and cucumber!!. They have half-pints, pints and quarts to take home, but ask the owner for help because the labels are in Farsi only.
Buck Fifty's
Drunk and looking for a cheap bite to eat? buck-fifty's is the late-night food shack on gayley fraternity row. it may look unsanitary but the chili cheese fries are to die for. everything used to be under a dollar-fifty, but you still won't spend over $3.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Midrange
BJ's
Popular among college students for their massive selection of beers, great food, and the piezooki--a massive chocolate chip cookie. warning! don't try to eat one all yourself!
Bombay Bite
(http://www.bombaybite.com). open daily 11:30am - 2:30pm for lunch and 5:00pm - 10:00pm for dinner.
California Pizza Kitchen
Despite the name, this pizza chain can be found all over the country. known for their signature sweet crust, cpk is a great casual sit-down meal for any length of time.
Red Mango
Among the first red mango stores to open up in the united states, this formerly korean-only chain has been churning out exclusively plain and green tea-flavored yogurt in korea since 2002, three years before the first pinkberry opened up--at a lower cost and calorie count. the first american stores opened up in july of 2007.
Sunnin
Sunnin recently moved into a much bigger facility across the street from its previous location and prices increased as well as the floor space. It's not the dirt cheap bargain it once was, but the food is still moderately priced and excellent. Try the Kefta Kebab wrap and the Kebbeh Bil Saynieh. Sit at the counter and watch Toni, the owner, run her kitchen like a drill sergeant!
Shamshiri
Westwood Blvd. between Wilshire and Pico is the heart and soul of L.A.'s 250,000 strong Iranian community; it's home to several Persian restaurants but Shamshiri is unquestionably the best. Excellent food at giant portions - you'll be buying dinner tonight and lunch tomorrow. Try the Tachin chicken, basmati rice and redcurrant casserole, Bademjan lamb shank and aubergine (eggplant stew) or Shirin Polo roast chicken on top of rice pilaf with almonds and orange zest.
Westwood Brewing Company
A homey sort of restaurant with lots of area spirit.
Native Foods
1110 gayley ave. westwood, (http://www.nativefoods.com). innvoative variety of vegan foods, featuring salads, veggie burgers, rice and noodle bowls, pizzas, and desserts. uses an original recipes for tempeh and seitan. indoor & outdoor seating. accept credit cards. open daily.
| This guide uses the following price ranges for a typical meal for one, including soft drink: | |
| Budget | Under $10 |
| Mid-range | $10 - $20 |
| Splurge | Over $20 |