Chanos
1030 E Las Tunas Dr
A taco stand frequented by usc students is located on figueroa street very close to the shrine auditorium. it is delicious, has a drive through and is open very late.
Roscoe's Chicken & Waffles
106 W Manchester Blvd
Technically located in inglewood just outside la city boundaries on manchester or further north on la brea in country club park, this is the most well-known of the ubiquitous la-area chicken & waffles restaurants. cheap, and with good service, this restaurant is a convenient, quick dinner spot.
La Taquiza
3009 S Figueroa St.
On figueroa two blocks north of usc, this restaurant serves its famous "mulitas de res," a must-try mexican dish.