"We don’t need to remind anyone about Republique, but it’s worth pointing out that this upscale French spot on La Brea now has a fantastic side patio that’s made grabbing a quick lunch a bit easier than it was in The Before Times. There truly isn’t a bad order here, but the kimchi fried rice with savory short rib, shakshuka, and caramelized onion-topped burger are standouts during lunch." - Brant Cox, Kat Hong, Arden Shore