Alibi Room might be the most unsung hero in late-night dining in LA, with specials like kimchi quesadilla, sliders, breakfast burrito, hot wings, and of course tacos available on paper plates. Mehr erfahren.
A bubbling bowl of hot, spicy Korean tofu stew is going to be one of the most satisfying late night eats in town, and BCD makes up a more the adequate bowl. Mehr erfahren.
Dana Hollister did a great job revamping this classic Eastside greasy spoon with a slightly more refined menu and a top drawer sweets section (like pies!). Mehr erfahren.
Need some goat? Well, look no further than this new Koreatown classic, which specializes in spicy goat stew. The ingredients possess an herbal magic that's bound to cure or prevent any hangover. Mehr erfahren.
The quintessential L.A. late night hang, the eighties are alive here, with vintage ceiling and leather booths galore. The pastrami is pretty solid while the breakfast items are always good choices. Mehr erfahren.
This classic Sunset Strip eatery lives in a repurposed rail car, the ideal viewing perch to observe the streets below. The chili cheese dog is superior to Pink's and the ambiance can't be beat. Mehr erfahren.
Expect the food to be much better pub fare, with skewers, wings, savory pancakes, and plenty of other drinking grub that goes great late into the night. Mehr erfahren.
Using an almost-Chipotle style, diners rack up toppings then wait mere minutes before the wood-fired oven spits out pies. Even better, the service goes until 2 a.m. each evening. Mehr erfahren.
While EP downstairs shuts down at more normal times, the LP rooftop serves cocktails and bar bites like softshell crab banh mi until 2 a.m., making this the ideal industry late night hot spot. Mehr erfahren.
This classic spot in Los Feliz is one of the old-time late-night hangouts in the city, with a kooky staff and dark-retro vibe that feels almost too hipster to be true. Mehr erfahren.
This late night deli has pretty darn good pastrami and even better corned beef. Grab a bottle of wine from the shop downstairs (just $6 corkage) and sip it with a grilled Reuben. Mehr erfahren.
This Little Tokyo classic serves izakaya favorites such as takoyaki, yakitori, sushi rolls, grilled squid, and miso black cod at a third floor nook inside a mall. Serves until 1 a.m. Mehr erfahren.
Dishes like green papaya salad, grilled pork neck, and tom yum soup are good enough to make one skip the drive to Thai Town altogether. Serves until 12 a.m. nightly, closed Mondays. Mehr erfahren.
This West LA standard serves terrific izakaya favorites such as agadashi tofu and udon noodles. The large, varied menu works great with the simple beer and more extensive sake menu. Mehr erfahren.
A rare 24-hour deli in Los Angeles (along with Canter's), Izzy's Deli serves the Westside with all-night matzo ball soup, pastrami sandwiches, and more to the after hours crowd in Santa Monica. Mehr erfahren.
This classic Culver City fast food joint has everything from burgers to excellent pastrami. Try the chili cheese fries for something truly gut-busting. Don't skip the fruit pies either. Mehr erfahren.
This clubby Italian joint in WeHo with possibly the best apple pie slice around has some decent old-school classics such as spaghetti & meatballs, funghi pizza, and carbonara. Mehr erfahren.
This all-night diner in the heart of Cahuenga in Hollywood has favorites like huevos rancheros and a loaded-up breakfast sandwich. Or opt for something more composed like chicken parmesan. Mehr erfahren.
Easily one of the best pad thai spots in town, this late night joint all the way up in the northern part of North Hollywood serves until 3:30 a.m. every evening. Mehr erfahren.
There's nothing quite like tucking into a plate of fried kimchi rice or a bowl of spicy beef soup (yook hwe jang) into the wee hours of the night. Open 24/7. Mehr erfahren.
The garlic stench permeates the entire block at this fluorescent bomb of a restaurant on Koreatown's stretch of Wilshre Blvd. Ideal after long hours at the local karaoke rooms or Korean bars. Mehr erfahren.
One of two all-night restaurants, Pacific Dining Car is the elegant night owl's landing, where white tablecloths and a menu lifted from the 50's make its presence known. Mehr erfahren.
This subterranean Chinese pub has great craft beer and baijiu cocktails to keep the party going, but you can also opt for some house made noodles, dumplings, or soup, if you're in the mood. Mehr erfahren.
This late night pizzeria perfectly situated in Downtown will surely be a place to hit after frequenting the bars in the area. The pies here are classic, thin crust, and ready to consume on the fly. Mehr erfahren.
The stewed pork leg, pad prik king (chicken preferred), turnip omelet, crispy pork belly with morning glory or broccoli, green papaya salad with raw crab, and stir-fried chicken are all worth getting. Mehr erfahren.
This old-school Thai Town noodle joint serves late into the night, when the local bar goers and Hollywood trouble-makers need a hangover cure. Mehr erfahren.
The homestyle dishes are authentic as can be, with quality found everywhere from the banchan to the slow-braised short rib that might be one of the best in town. Mehr erfahren.
Pick between bacon topped poutine to the Montreal, topped with smoked brisket and yellow mustard, among a few dozen varieties. The place serves until late every night. Mehr erfahren.
The Stout Burger has blue cheese, rosemary bacon, caramelized onions, and roasted tomatoes on a house-blend patty that's ground in house daily. Mehr erfahren.
This 24-hour joint in Koreatown serves heaping platters of braised spicy (or non-spicy) oxtails and short ribs, with all the fixin's, including a great bowl of beef cabbage soup. Mehr erfahren.
Swingers has all the ambiance that Tarantino would want for a movie. The hopped up servers, the standard-issue greasy spoon fare, and plenty of delicious sweets to go with the watery coffee. Mehr erfahren.
Try the alambres, or for something even more crazy, opt for the ilegal, which is loaded with bacon-wrapped shrimp and whole lobster tails. Mehr erfahren.
The retro-cool vibe at this Hollywood favorite might have the best late night diner food in the city. The breakfast items are great as is the burger. Mehr erfahren.
This popular burger restaurant has been around since the 1940's. The burgers and pies are made the old fashioned way, with quality ingredients and quick counter service. Mehr erfahren.
This pub on the edge of Skid Row and Little Tokyo is a great place to escape to. Try one of the crazy burgers, or go for something a little more straightforward like the Chicago-Italian beef sandwich. Mehr erfahren.
This uber-popular eatery in the heart of Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade does simple American cuisine that's comforting and familiar. Mehr erfahren.
Downtown doesn't have a better composition than The Original Pantry Cafe, a tried-and-true greasy spoon institution that grills solid steaks and makes the ideal pancakes, any time of day or night. Mehr erfahren.
This Hollywood gastropub serves a hefty menu up until 1:30 a.m. with favorites such as Welsh Rarebit, Crispy Pig Ear Salad, and Fish & Chips. Mehr erfahren.
This all-ramen restaurant from the popular izakaya just across the street serves a completely different bowl here, using thick noodles and a dense, porky broth that's chock full of garlic. Mehr erfahren.
This swanky burger joint inside the Roosevelt hotel has a bordello-type feel to it that feels great after drinking along Hollywood Blvd. Mehr erfahren.
Pick desired sausages, get them grilled up, top with caramelized onions, mustard, and peppers, place in bread roll. Wurstkuche does this formula with remarkable ease, and serves late most nights. Mehr erfahren.
If you want to party like a Korean in Seoul, you have to end the night with gamjatang, a pork neck stew that's laden with potatoes. Mehr erfahren.
This arcade bar in Echo Park also sports some of the most compelling pan-Asian cuisine in town and serves dinner until at least midnight, with later hours on the weekend. Mehr erfahren.
The food at Suehiro is decidedly Japanese comfort fare, but when it's midnight, what's better than some fried tonkatsu? Mehr erfahren.
Dining late in Chinatown is a bit of a rite of passage for any Angeleno. While there are probably better restaurants in Chinatown, Full House stays open until 3 a.m. Mehr erfahren.
With weird, tacky 90s-style decor and that friendly neighborhood vibe, it's the place for linguine, chicken parm, and other carbs galore. Mehr erfahren.
This terrific Korean barbecue spot recently got an interior overhaul. Come with friends, order up some soju, and toast to some of LA's best Korean barbecue way late into the evening. Mehr erfahren.
Ever needed a late night sushi fix that wasn't based on rolls? Kanpai is your answer. Amazingly open until 1 a.m., though it's best to call if you're heading over after midnight. Mehr erfahren.
This bustling seafood restaurant in Koreatown serves lobster rolls, oysters, and uni spaghetti until past midnight, which is nice if you're looking for something other than KBBQ or dumplings. Mehr erfahren.
This old-school Italian joint has been around for almost 60 years on a sleepy corner of North Hollywood. Think heaping plates of chicken parm with spaghetti, cheesy garlic bread, and massive pizzas. Mehr erfahren.
This technologically savvy ramen joint makes diners order via an iPad strapped to the wall, making for a streamlined order for this 21st century comfort food. Mehr erfahren.
This every day sandwich spot has some cravable favorites, like the filet-mignon laden Bentley, loaded with blue cheese to boot, available until midnight daily and until 2 a.m. on weekends. Mehr erfahren.
