University of Southern California

SCampus Student Guidebook

Exploring Los Angeles

Dining

Local Dining

Boba Loca

3617 S. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 766-BOBA
www.boba-loca.com

Serves boba teas.

Chano’s Drive-In

3000 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 747-3944

Late night Mexican fast food.

Jacks N Joe

2498 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 748-4565
www.jacksnjoe.com

All-day breakfast joint from a USC alum.

Manas

2823 S. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 731-4333

Indian food.

La Barca

2414 S. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 735-6567

Mexican restaurant famous for its flan and $3 margaritas on Tuesday.

La Taquiza

3009 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 741-9795

Mexican restaurant known for its mulitas.

Manna Roll and Asian Fusion

3013 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 742-1789

Pasta Roma

2827 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 742-0303
www.pastaroma.com

Student Discount

With ID, USC students receive 20% off on dine-in and take-out orders, or 15% off on delivery.

Starbucks

University Village
3303 S. Hoover St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 747-8927
www.starbucks.com

Togo’s

3619 S. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 730-2900
www.togos.com

Sandwiches and salads.

Trio House

3031 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 741-0101
www.triohouse.com

Asian fusion diner.

Tuscany

3760 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007

The Tuscany complex includes Chipotle Mexican Grill, Chick Fil-A, Quiznos Sandwiches, Coldstone Creamery and The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf.

University Gateway

3335 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
www.campusapts.com/gateway/shopping.aspx

The University Gateway complex includes Freebirds World Burritos, Soy Japanese Grill and Roll, Subway, Yogurtland and Seattle’s Best Coffee.

University Village Food Court

3375 S. Hoover St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(310) 312-4570

International food court with Indian, Thai, Korean, Mongolian, Mexican, Italian, sushi and more.

Viztango Café

3017 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 745-8050
www.viztangocafe.com

Italian restaurant with an extensive menu.

American

25 Degrees

7000 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 785-7244
www.25degreesrestaurant.com

24-hour burger restaurant located in the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel.

Canter’s Deli

419 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 651-2030
www.cantersdeli.com

Deli sandwiches and soups. Open 24 hours. Kibitz Room bar features nightly entertainment.

ESPN Zone

L.A. LIVE
1011 S. Figueroa St., Suite B101
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 765-7070
www.espnzone.com

American grill food, a full bar, games, and huge TVs.

The Farm of Beverly Hills

L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 747-4555
www.thefarmofbeverlyhills.com

Innovative American cuisine using organic ingredients.

Father’s Office

3229 Helms Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 736-2224
www.fathersoffice.com

This crowded gastropub’s gourmet burger – bleu cheese, bacon, carmelized onions and arugula – is worth the fight for a table.

Fred 62

1850 N. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 667-0062
www.fred62.com

The retro-kitsch diner serves classic American recipes with an Asian or modern twist. Open 24 hours.

Jerry’s Famous Deli

12655 Ventura Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 980-4245
www.jerrysfamousdeli.com

Best known for deli sandwiches, but menu also includes burritos, babyback ribs and knockwurst. Open 24 hours.

Kitchen 24

1608 N. Cahuenga Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028
(323) 465-2424
www.kitchen24.info

Diner focused on fresh and organic ingredients. Open 24 hours.

Langer’s

704 S. Alvarado St.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 483-8050
www.langersdeli.com

This historic lunch-only deli is reknowned for its pastrami sandwich.

Lawry’s Carvery

L.A. LIVE
1011 S. Figueroa St., Suite B115
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 222-2212
www.lawrysonline.com

Hand-carved sandwiches and more, served quickly in a casual setting.

Mel’s Drive-In

8585 Sunset Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(310) 854-7201
www.melsdrive-in.com

Classic diner fare in a nostalgic ’50s atmosphere. Open 24 hours.

The Original Pantry

877 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 972-9279
www.pantrycafe.com

American food and affordable steaks with all the fixings. Open 24 hours.

Philippe the Original

1001 N. Alameda St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 628-3781
www.philippes.com

Famous for its French dip sandwiches.

Phillips Bar-B-Que

2619 Crenshaw Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90016
(323) 731-4772

Southern-style smokehouse BBQ.

Rock’N Fish

L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 748-4020
www.rocknfishlalive.com

High quality surf and turf.

Umami Burger

850 S. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 931-3000
www.umamiburger.com

Gourmet burgers focused on the Japanese concept of the “fifth taste,” umami.

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill

L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. A-180
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 748-9700
www.wolfgangpuck.com

Modernized “bar and grill” cuisine, including many of Puck’s specialties.

Yard House

L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 745-9273
www.yardhouse.com

Famous for its extensive menu and large selection of draft beer.

Asian

Daikokuya

327 E. 1st St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 626-1680
www.dkramen.com

Popular Little Tokyo ramen restaurant. Go early – there’s almost always a line.

Hodori Restaurant

1001 S. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 383-3554
www.hodorirestaurants.com

Korean food. Open 24 hours.

Katsuya

L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 747-9797
www.sbe.com/katsuya

Sushi restaurant known for its hip, sleek environs.

Nakwon Restaurant

1001 S. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 388-8889

Family-owned Korean restaurant open 24 hours.

Palm’s Thai

5900 Hollywood Blvd., Ste. B
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 462-5073
www.palmsthai.com

Extensive Thai menu and live music, often performed by a Thai Elvis.

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro

Beverly Center
121 N. La Cienega Blvd., #117
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 854-6467
www.pfchangs.com

Contemporary Chinese cuisine.

PHO 2000

928 S. Western Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 386-4083
www.pho2000.com

Vietnamese food.

Sai Sai Japanese

Millennium Biltmore Hotel
501 S. Olive St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 624-1100
www.millenniumhotels.com/millenniumlosangeles/restaurant/saiSai.html

Contemporary Japanese cuisine. Offers prix-fixe options and a special pre-theatre set menu.

Sushi Go 55

333 S. Alameda St., Ste 317
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 687-0777
www.sushigo55.com

Offers full Japanese menu and sushi. Free validated parking.

Toi on Sunset

7505 1/2 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 874-8062
www.toirockinthaifood.com

Rock-and-roll decor. Bangkok-style Thai food.

Coffee/Desserts

Diddy Riese Cookies

926 Broxton Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 208-0448
www.diddyriese.com

Made-to-order ice cream cookie sandwiches.

Lucy Florence Coffee House

3351 W. 43rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 293-1356
www.lucyflorence.org

Live music some nights.

Maison du Pain

5373 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90019
(323) 934-5858
www.lamaisondupain.net

French-style bakery.

Mashti Malone’s

1525 N. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(866) 767-3423
www.mashtimalone.com

Gourmet ice cream with a middle eastern influence.

New Zealand Natural

L.A. LIVE
1011 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 748-4696
www.newzealandnatural.com

Award-winning ice cream and other frozen desserts.

Urth Caffé

www.urthcaffe.com

West Hollywood

8565 Melrose Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(310) 659-0628

Downtown

451 S. Hewitt St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 797-4534

Fast Food

In-N-Out

9245 W. Venice Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(800) 786-1000
www.in-n-out.com

Fresh hamburgers, fries and milkshakes.

Pink’s Hot Dogs

709 N. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 931-4223
www.pinkshollywood.com

Famous for chili cheese dogs.

Original Tommy’s World Famous Hamburgers

2575 W. Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 389-9060
www.originaltommys.com

Famous for chili burgers and fries. Open 24 hours.

Fine Dining

Akasha

9543 Culver Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 845-1700
www.akasharestaurant.com

Organic right down to hemp-upholstered seats and cotton uniforms. Large vegan menu and cruelty-free meats for the conscientious carnivore.

Border Grill Downtown L.A.

445 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
(213) 486-5171
www.bordergrill.com

Latin American cuisine.

Bottega Louie

700 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 802-1470
www.bottegalouie.com

Renovated department store with a display of fine cheese and dessert, a pizza bar and a restaurant with an emphasis on small plates.

Empress Pavilion

988 N. Hill St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 617-9898
www.empresspavilion.com

High Chinese cuisine and dim sum. Validated parking in Bamboo Plaza.

Engine Co. No. 28

644 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 624-6996
www.engineco.com

American cuisine served in a classic fire station.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 745-9911
www.flemingssteakhouse.com

Steakhouse destination with award-winning cuisine and wine selection.

McCormick and Schmick’s

600 W. Hope Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
(213) 629-1929
www.mccormickandschmicks.com

Pacific seafood grill. Great food specials during happy hour from 3-10 p.m. Monday through Friday.

M Grill

3832 Wilshire Blvd., 2nd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 389-2770
www.m-grill.com

Brazilian cuisine.

Pacific Dining Car

1310 W. 6th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 483-6000
www.pacificdiningcar.com

American cuisine and steaks. Open 24 hours.

Roy’s

800 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 488-4994
www.roysrestaurant.com

Hawaiian fusion cuisine with seafood focus.

Shiro

1505 Mission St.
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 799-4774
www.restaurantshiro.com

French/Japanese fusion.

Indian

Ambala Dhaba

17631 Pioneer Blvd.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 402-7990

Offers Punjabi specialities such as goat.

Bombay Palace

8690 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310) 659-9944
www.bombaypalace.com

Indian food.

Rajdhani

18525 Pioneer Blvd.
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 402-9102

Vegetarian Gujrati cuisine in Little India.

Italian

Angeli Caffe

7274 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 936-9086
www.angelicaffe.com

Evan Kleiman, host of NPR’s “Good Food,” cooks for this Melrose restaurant.

California Pizza Kitchen

735 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 228-8500
www.cpk.com

Eastside Market

1013 Alpine St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 250-2464
www.esmdeli.com

This Italian deli is all that remains of Los Angeles’ erstwhile Little Italy.

Little Dom’s

2128 Hillhurst Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 661-0055
www.littledoms.com

Italian food with a New Orleans twist.

Vincenti Ristorante

11930 San Vicente Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 207-0127
www.vincentiristorante.com

Named best Italian food in Los Angeles by LA Weekly critic Jonathan Gold.

Mexican/Latin American

Boca

L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 745-0162
www.congaroom.com

Pan-Latin cuisine, with a unique late night menu.

Bossa Nova

7181 W. Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 436-7999
www.bossafood.com

Brazilian cuisine with an Italian flare. Open until 4 a.m.

El Cholo

1121 S. Western Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 734-2773
www.elcholo.com

Student Discount

USC students receive 50% discount from the price of entrees with ID (Monday through Thursday only).

El Tepeyac Café

812 N. Evergreen Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 267-8668

Known for its giant burritos.

La Fonda

2501 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 380-5053
www.lafondala.com

Live mariachi music.

Los Balcones Del Peru

1360 N. Vine St.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 871-9600

Fine Peruvian cuisine within walking distance of the Arclight Hollywood.

Rosa Mexicano

L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 746-0001
www.rosamexicano.com

Authentic Mexican cooking in a stylish atmosphere.

Versailles

1415 S. La Cienega Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 289-0392
www.versaillescuban.com

Cuban-style food.

Soul Food

Aunt Kizzy’s Back Porch

523 Washington Blvd.
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
(310) 578-1005
www.auntkizzys.com

Southern comfort food.

Cha Cha Cha

656 N. Virgil Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 664-7723
www.theoriginalchachacha.com

Caribbean-style cuisine.

Roscoe’s House of Chicken ‘n Waffles

5006 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90019
(323) 934-4405 or (323) 936-3730
www.roscoeschickenandwaffles.com

American, California, Southern and soul cuisine.

Other

Back Home in Lahaina

916 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
(310) 374-0111
www.backhomeinlahaina.com

Hawaiian food. See Website for current specials.

M Café de Chaya

9343 Culver Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 838-4300
www.mcafedechaya.com

Café with contemporary macrobiotic cuisine and a patisserie.

Papa Cristo’s Taverna

2771 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-2970
www.papacristos.com

Authentic Greek restaurant and grocery.

Shamshiri Grill

1712 Westwood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 474-1410
www.shamshiri.com

Persian cuisine.

Trader Vic’s

L.A. LIVE
800 W. Olympic Blvd., #A120
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 785-3330
www.tradervicsla.com

Live entertainment, tiki décor and Polynesian cuisine.

Wurstküche

800 E. 3rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 687-4444
www.wurstkucherestaurant.com

An urban grill with a wide variety of artisanal sausage.


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