Under-the-Radar New Restaurants to Check Out in Los Angeles, July 2025
Brand new restaurants open every day across the Southland, usually without too much fanfare. This periodic compilation highlights some of the most notable and under-the-radar places that have sprouted up recently. From the San Fernando Valley to the South Bay, from the Westside to the San Gabriel Valley — let's dive right in. For the biggest restaurant openings in town, check out this companion list.
Venice— Venice just gained a new hangout inspired by sun-drenched Italian summers. Venice Beach Club, a new restaurant from the team behind Dive Palm Springs and and Supperclub Hollywood, serves an approachable, easygoing menu with dishes like pizza, burgers, steak frites, and crudo. Wine, beer, cocktails, and zero-proof drinks are also available. 2 Rose Avenue, Venice, CA 90291.
Koreatown— The One Jokbal, a new Korean restaurant specializing in pig trotters, opened in Koreatown in June. The restaurant specializes in three types of jokbal — spicy, barbecue, and garlic — available by themselves, or in combinations with rice balls and bossam. The restaurant also serves a handful of other dishes including tteokbokki, a spicy buckwheat noodle salad, and build-your-own rice balls. 338 S. Western Avenue, Suite A, Los Angeles, CA 90020.
Canoga Park— Crane & Elephant, a new Japanese restaurant, landed in Canoga Park this summer, bringing a new destination for ramen, curry, and more to the San Fernando Valley. The menu comprises starters like gyoza and takoyaki, alongside tonkotsu ramen, beef curry, udon soup, and more. 22205 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, CA 91303.
Studio City— The Windy City comes to Los Angeles at Pearl's Red Hots, a new hamburger and hot dog joint in Studio City that opened in June. Try the Klassic Kraut Dog with sauerkraut, mustard, and onion on a poppyseed bun, or the Pearl with chili, mustard, and onion. Pearl's also offers Italian beef sandwiches, smash burgers, and sides like onion rings. 4359 Tujunga Avenue, Studio City, CA 91604.
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