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Once an unfamiliar part of town visited by locals for their dim sum and noodle fix, LA’s Chinatown has recently gained popularity with hip events, a devout foodie following among diners seeking an authentic LA experience without the Hollywood hype.

Every February for Chinese New Year in LA, crowds flood the streets for the Chinatown Lunar New Year festival. As the most popular lunar festival in Los Angeles, this event exposes the best Chinese food in LA with a Chinese cultural celebration. Food Truck pioneer Roy Choi’s brick-and-mortar shop Chego and the Chinatown Summer Nights food festival are also a big draw, and there's the rare opportunity for winter fun with an ice rink each winter.

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Spring Street Smokehouse Bbq

640 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

We're BBQ people! www.sssmokehouse.com Happy Hour M-F 3-6 $5 sandwiches! $1 off drafts!

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The Mountain

475 Gin Ling Way, Los Angeles, CA 90012

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Alpine Recreation

817 Yale St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

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643 North

643 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

643 North offers delicious small plates full of unique dishes like our Lamb burger or Seared Diver Scallops. We also have a full bar!

Chinese Restaurants

The Empress Pavilion Restaurant

988 N Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Referred to as the Grande Dame of Los Angeles' Chinatown, the Empress Pavilion offers delicious culinary masterpieces in warm and comfortable surroundings. Come in and experience the Empress Pavilion where the tasteful blend of Chinese tradition and

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Dynasty Fashions

821 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

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Robertos Club

686 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

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General Lee's

475 Gin Lin Way, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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